4.15.22

Dates To Remember

April Fri, 15 - NO SCHOOL Mon, 18 - NO SCHOOL Tues, 19 - Book Fair Begins Wed, 20 - FIELD TRIP/Science Day: 1st & 2nd - HAWS Thurs, 21 - Student-Led Progress Updates Fri, 22 - Book Fair Ends Fri, 29 - Light it Up Blue for Autism Awareness Fri, 29 - FIELD TRIP: 4th Grade - Camp Whitcomb May Mon, 2 - OVERNIGHT TRIP: 5th Grade, Camp Edwards Tues, 3 - OVERNIGHT TRIP: 5th Grade, Camp Edwards Fri, 6 - NO SCHOOL Fri, 20 - Physical Awareness Day Fri, 20 - Variety Show Thurs, 26 - Concert: 1st & 2nd Grade, 6:00 Mon, 30 - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day Tues, 31 - 5th Grade Track Meet June Wed, 1 - 5th Grade Track Meet - Rain Date Thurs, 2 - Last Blast, 5-6:30 Mon, 6 - Last Blast - Rain Date Tues, 7 - Last Day for 4K Wed, 8 - Last Day - 1/2 Day, 12:35 Dismissal

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Message from Mrs. Rach

We had a busy week full of lots of authentic and place-based learning experiences! Place-based experiences like field trips and guest speakers engage students in their community so that they can have a direct connection to the world around them.  They provide for a deeper level of authenticity and help to nurture learners to have a deeper interest in their learning.  This week alone, students went to Great Harvest, HAWS, Retzer Nature Center and also welcomed a local meteorologist to Cushing!  We’re always looking for connections to our community; if you have any ideas for us, feel free to reach out to me directly!

Cushing News & Announcements

Student-Led Progress Updates (4/21) - SignUp Genius Links   5K: Mrs. Drew Mrs. Horman   1st Grade: Mrs. Brooks Mrs. Mokros   1st/2nd Grade: Mrs. Tennies   2nd Grade: Mrs. Matson Mrs. Schlueter   3rd Grade: Ms. Farrell Mrs. Finn Mrs. Gunderson   4th Grade: Mrs. Barwa Ms. Dittner   4th/5th Grade: Mrs. Bestor   5th Grade: Mrs. Klein Mrs. Loppnow Help Wanted: Recess Supervisor Volunteers We are extending an opportunity to volunteer for Recess Supervision.  Please note that before any parent/guardian can volunteer at recess, they must meet with Mrs. Rach for a Recess 101 Training Session.   You can sign up for the recess spots you are interested in volunteering for by clicking HERE.  Please reach out to Mrs. Rach if you have any questions. Summer Academy - Music Theatre Workshop: Open to 5th-8th Graders

Light It Up Blue - Friday, April 29 Cushing will Light it Up Blue, on Friday, April 29th, for Autism Acceptance Month. Please encourage your student to wear something blue that day in honor of Autism Acceptance. Be sure to watch CNN that day for a special Autism Acceptance Presentation. You can go to the Library Media Center, CNN link, on our Cushing website to see it.

Friday Funny

What is the Easter Bunny’s favorite kind of music? (Keep scrolling down for the answer)

Cushing PTO

Spring Book Fair We are excited to announce the upcoming Scholastic Spring Book Fair at Cushing. The fair will run from April 19th-22nd.  The fair is run by volunteers and we could use your help!  Volunteering is a fun way to help out with the event, meet new people and help students when purchasing items at the fair.  Volunteering will consist of being present at the book fair to help students and parents select books and also using the registers to check them out. Each shift is about 2 hours long. Book Fair Committee members will provide training and assistance to all volunteers.  We appreciate any time you can give at the fair.  Please use the link below to sign up for as many spots as you would like.   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A45AAA62BA4F49-cushing Thanks in advance for making this book fair a success for our students. Catahoula Coffee Fundraiser Give mom a great gift this Mother's Day while supporting your Cushing PTO by purchasing Catahoula Coffee.  Catahoula is donating the profits from each bag of coffee sold.  Make sure to place your coffee orders between 04/08 – 04/22, for delivery in time for Mother’s Day! Flyers will be handed out to each student on Friday, 04/08 – just scan the QR code with your smartphone camera to place your order.

New PTO Website and Facebook Page The new Cushing PTO website is better than ever. Check it out here. It is a one-stop resource for Cushing families to learn about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, easy fundraising ideas, and more. Also, next time you are on Facebook, look for the new Cushing Elementary PTO page. Kwik Trip Carwash Fundraiser Kwik Trip orders have been fulfilled. Please check your child's backpack.  Thanks to all who participated!  $960 has been raised for the Cushing PTO.

Friday Funny: Punch Line

Hip-Hop.

Community Education

KM Community Education provides recreational and educational opportunities for families. Please be sure to visit the website often for updates and new programs. For program information and registration forms, visit www.kmsd.edu/communityed. Fall Select Volleyball Boys and Girls in Grades 5-8 Boys and girls interested in participating in the fall WYVL fall of 2022 select volleyball program are asked to register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpluJg4dig2HpZa1jrKrqEvBg3KumuEf_aJIY9ElQ_TUGNDQ/viewform Coach Shane Peterson from the high school coordinates this program.  Practices are twice per week with league play on weekends at the Sting Center or New Berlin Sportsplex.  Fees are approximately $200. Tryouts will be held on May 16 and 17.   Girls Summer Basketball Camp Grades 3-8 This camp will focus on offensive/defensive fundamentals with plenty of competitions to win free gear. KM Varsity Coaching staff and players will instruct campers in station work and one-on-one instruction. Camp will be held June 20-23.  Grade based on 2021-22 school year. Click to register for Grades 3-5 or Grades 6-8 2022 Laser Way Basketball Camp with Coach Hansen This camp will focus on offensive/defensive fundamentals with plenty of competitions to win free gear. KM Varsity Coaching staff and players will instruct campers in station work and one-on-one instruction. Camp will be held June 20-23.  Grade based on 2021-22 school year. Click to register for Grades 3-5 or Grades 6-8 Girls Basketball Academy Join the KM Girls Basketball Academy and bring your game to the next level!!   This opportunity will build upon the concepts taught at Coach Hansen's Laser Way Camp and give the girls more time in the gym to improve their game. Top notch coaching will be on display as the KMHS coaches will be uniting with KMGBC Coach Scott Voigt.  Justin Bestor - former KMHS varsity boys coach - will be coaching the K-2nd Graders.  HS girls will also be involved and in attendance to help mentor and build relationships with the girls.  This is for girls currently in Kindergarten through 8th Grade (for the 21-22 school year). 3rd-8th Grade 3rd the 8th Grade will run the following dates and times: June 27-30th: 3:00-5:00 PM, KMHS July 11-14th: 1:00-3:00 PM, KMHS July 18-21: 1:00-3:00 PM, KMHS K-2nd Grade K-2 will run the following dates and times: July 11-14th: 1:00-2:00 PM, Wales July 18-21: 1:00-2:00 PM, Wales REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!! Click this link, then click "Summer Camps" and then Click Girls Basketball Academy. Questions contact Frank Cuda at [email protected]. Summer Volleyball Camps Community Education is pleased to announce several volleyball camps in July for grades K-8 (based on the 21-22 school year).  High School Girls Varsity Coach Peterson will lead the camps to offer a variety of individual skill drills as well as game play to increase the talents of all participants.  Sign up online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/   Jr. Laser Cheerleading Interested in cheerleading in the fall?  Students entering grades 6-8 in the fall are encouraged to sign up at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/ Practices are twice per week July-October, with Saturday morning performances at local football games.   7x7 Spring Football - Deadline Soon Youth football players regardless of experience level or football position will receive instruction and competitive game play in a 7 x 7 format.  All players currently in grades 4-8 are invited to sign up.  Play will take place on Sunday afternoons at KM High School led by high school varsity football players and staff.  Sign up online at https://kmsd.revtrak.net/rwcommunityeducation/  Deadline is 4/20   Camp Invention Students in grades K-6 are invited to attend Camp Invention at Cushing Elementary this August.  Registration details can be found online Here

Community Events and Flyers

Events/opportunities listed on our Community Flyers page are not endorsed by the Kettle Moraine School District. They have been approved for electronic sharing. Visit www.kmsd.edu/communityflyers to see the full list of current flyers.

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