Hello KMMS families,

So Aaron Rodgers is headed to the New York Jets… or is he? Nothing is official yet. Did you find yourself checking your phone more often this week for the countless updates and speculative social media posts? You may have been tuned in to the drama for a few reasons: 

1. You love Aaron and realize Hall of Fame quarterbacks are not a dime a dozen. You are hoping the rumors aren’t true and he’s staying in Green Bay.
2. You’re sick of Aaron and the “drama” and ready to be done with it all.
3. You’re experiencing FOMO (fear of missing out) and don’t want to be the last to know or be clueless when everyone else is talking about the big news.

Okay, so it might not be FOMO with regards to Mr. Rodgers and your cell phone activity this week, but FOMO is a real phenomenon that is one of the many ways social media has increased anxiety in tweens and teens. Here are some other ways social media has increased anxiety in our nation’s youth:

• Seeing peers post about events that they were not invited to.
• Feeling pressure to post attractive content. 
• Feeling pressure to get as many likes, comments, and shares as possible. Social status feels dependent on those likes, comments, and shares.
• People posting unkind content or the fear of others posting unkind content about them.
• Overwhelming feelings from too much communication.

It is helpful for parents and family members to be aware of warning signs that social media and cell phone use is becoming a major problem for their child. These signs could include:

• Not following the rules established between parent and child, like turning off location or changing the password so parents cannot easily monitor.
• Becoming extremely upset and even threatening to harm one’s self if the cell phone is taken away by the parent.
• Being overly secretive about his/her cell phone use.

Teenagers who take a break from their cell phones actually feel a sense of relief. Monitoring your middle schooler’s cell phone usage can feel like a full-time job. We want to thank our families for their support, knowing that unhealthy cell phone and social media activity can interfere with learning. 

Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Go Lasers!

Matt Kitzerow

KMMS Principal

Laura Lloyd

KMMS Associate Principal

Certificates of Merit for Robotics & Fishing

Members of the KMMS Robotics team and Fishing team participated in competitions recently.

Layla C.  FTC - First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Carson S.  FTC - First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Nemi M.  FTC -First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Charlie B.  FTC - First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Tyler A.  FTC - First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Alex B.  FTC - First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Elliot M.  FTC - First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Chase H. FTC - First Tech Robotics Challenge Championship

Braden H.  State Fishing Championship

Congratulation all!!

Pi (π) Day Celebrations at KMMS

Tuesday was a big day for pies at KMMS. During the 6th grade lunch hour, Mr. Korb and Mrs. Cowan were "pied in the face" by students. This was the reward assigned to the grade level with the most participation at the PTO Noodles fundraising night. Math classes also celebrated by eating pies and reciting Pi by many digits.

Healthy & Active Lifestyles Class

Exhibits KM Kindness Again!

Owen F., one of our KMMS special education students, celebrated his fourteenth birthday Tuesday. The students in Owen's HAL class planned and carried out a fun and touching celebration which included decorations, cake, games and gifts. Way to make a guy's day special!

Yearbook Order Link is Up!

To order your KMMS Yearbook, click here: KMMS Yearbook Ordering link

The yearbook ordering DEADLINE is quickly approaching.

Orders are due by March 31, 2023.

High School Info Nights

for 8th Grade Families

Next Week: PTO Dine For Dollars Event

Kettle Moraine Middle School

Class of 2027

T-shirts for 8th Graders

Every year KMMS PTO has provided each 8th grade student with a traditional class t-shirt. We want to keep this tradition going, but we need your help! 

We are seeking partnerships with local businesses and/or families to help sponsor part of the cost for these shirts. The sponsor name or business logo will be displayed on the back of the shirt below the student names These T-shirts are worn by the students on the annual 8th grade bowling trip and beyond. 

Note that the proceeds raised from these sponsorship donations will help fund 8th grade end of the year activities.  

If you know of, or are affiliated with, a business that would be interested in sponsoring shirts for our students, or, if your family would like to make a donation, please email us at carriefosspto@gmail. 

KMMS PTO thanks you in advance for considering a sponsorship in this annual 8th grade tradition!

Leftovers?

We still have a crockpot from the Teacher Appreciation Dinner last week. The items will be in the office for pick up at your earliest convenience.

Sentry Receipts

Please collect your Albrect's Sentry receipts to support Kettle Moraine Middle School PTO!

Please send in your Albrect's Sentry receipts throughout the rest of the year. Albrect's Sentry will give back 1% of receipt totals collected. Receipts can be dropped off in the front office in the designated collection container. This is a quick and easy way to support KMMS PTO. Thank you to Albrect's Sentry for supporting our community!

Note: Receipts cannot be older than 6 months to be eligible for the round up.

KM 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.

Jr. Laser Football Fall 2023



Registration is now open for Jr. Laser Football for the fall season. Anyone interested in playing flag football for grades K-4 and tackle football for grades 5-8 are encouraged to sign up. Registration deadline is April 7. Late fee is applied after April 7 and team placement is not guaranteed. Sign up online at www.kettlemorainelaserfootball.com

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