Kennedy Middle School - Home of the Crusaders

Dear Families, This message is to inform you that there will be no school for Germantown School District tomorrow, Tuesday, October 24th. Germantown High School coaches and advisors will reach out to their teams in the morning regarding practices and games; off-campus post-season competitions will continue at this time. We are continuing to work closely with the Germantown Police Department concerning the incident this evening at Kennedy Middle School. All students, families, and staff that were in the building are safe, accounted for, and have been reunited with their families and loved ones. We will communicate more information tomorrow, October 24th, as we work with the Germantown Police Department. Thank you, Germantown School District

Dear Families, Due to a school safety threat at Kennedy Middle School this evening, a lockdown was enforced. Germantown Police Department are at KMS presently. All students that were at KMS are being transported to MacArthur Elementary via Riteway buses. Parents/guardians, please come to MacArthur Elementary to pick up your child(ren). Bring your ID for pickup. There will be further instructions as you arrive. We will provide more updates as soon as we are able. MacArthur Elementary W154N11492 Fond du Lac Avenue Germantown, Wisconsin 53022 Thank you, Germantown School District

KMS PTA Chipotle Booster night is today, Monday, October 23 from 4-8 pm. You must show flyer- you can print or show on phone. Our Online ordering code: HMFR2Q7 See today's announcements or the PTA information under NEWS on the website for a flyer!!!

REMINDER: There is no school on Friday, September 29th for students.

UPDATE: Power has been completely restored at Germantown High School and MacArthur Elementary.

GSD Parents and Guardians, Germantown High School and MacArthur Elementary are currently experiencing power outages due to a downed transformer within the Village. The school day is currently functioning as usual, with lunches being served and bathrooms accessible to all. We will continue to work with We Energies and update you on any changes. As it stands now, we will continue with a full school day. We Energies is expecting full power by 1:30 p.m. Thank you, Germantown School District

Yes, it's already time to start thinking about yearbooks! You'll find the best prices if you order before December 28th. Visit https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09296230.

Good luck to the Cross Country team tonight as we are hosting the 8 team Crusader Classic. We welcome Richfield, West Bend, Sussex, Cedarburg, Grafton, Menomonee Falls and Slinger to KMS!

Dear Germantown School District Families, We are writing to alert you of a situation that came to our attention this morning. A citizen vehicle was reported parked on Friestadt Rd, and suspicious behavior was reported to the Germantown Police Department. The Germantown Police Department advised both Kennedy Middle School and MacArthur Elementary to go into a HOLD as a precaution at this time. The HOLD will be in place until GTPD gives us the green light to resume classes as scheduled. GTPD Officers are in the area actively investigating the report.  We want to assure our families that every precaution is being taken to ensure the school is safe for students and staff. While the GTPD investigates this matter, we ask that you do not drive to your child’s school, as the buildings are on HOLD.  We will provide an update when GTPD provides us with more information.  Sincerely, Dr. Chris Reuter Germantown School District Superintendent

KMS Homecoming Spirit Days - Monday, Sept. 18 - Friday, Sept. 22 Dress Up! Get Involved! Show your School Spirit! MON 9/18 - Sports Day or Dress Like a Coach Day TUE 9/19 - Dress For SUCCESS (Also a reminder, it is School Picture Day) WED 9/20 - Crazy Mismatch Day THU 9/21 - (Friday Jr) Pajama Day (Ms. Gieryn's absolute favorite spirit day) FRI 9/22 - Germantown Colors Day

Crusaders!! Tomorrow is the day! We are so excited to see you all in the building! As a reminder, Cross Country (6-8) and Girls Basketball (7-8) start Tuesday, September 5 after school until 4:30. Make sure you have a current physical (4/15/22-present) uploaded into skyward and that you have signed up in skyward. Can not wait to get started!

School Supply Distribution 2023 Studies show that children having school supplies of their own can improve grades, creativity, attitudes towards learning, behavior, peer relationships and self-image. The Germantown School District is dedicated to make certain that all students have school supplies to start the new school year. Is your student(s) in need of school supplies to start the 2023-2024 school year? If you need assistance, due to financial constraints and your child(ren) resides in the Germantown School District, use the following sign up genius link to reserve a time slot to pick up donated school supplies. Advance sign-up is required. Where: Kennedy Middle School (Student Services Office) When: Tuesday, August 22nd 11am-5pm How to sign up: School Supply Distribution Sign Up Contact Stephanie Kaebisch, School Social Worker, at (262) 502-7121 or via email at skaebisch@gsdwi.org if you are in need of assistance and need to make alternate arrangements.

Don't forget! All GSD families must complete online verification before the 2023-24 school year starts. To begin, please log into your Skyward Family Access account and select Online Verification. Complete all required steps. You must click SUBMIT to finalize the verification process. If you have any questions about online verification, please contact your child’s school. The deadline to complete online verification is this Friday, August 11th.

📌 Parents and guardians, an email was sent out this afternoon with important deadlines for the upcoming 2023-24 school year and information about accessing your child's Forward Score Report. These deadlines will come up quickly. We encourage you to please review this communication at your earliest convenience. Thank you!

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REMINDER: There is no school Monday, May 29th. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend, and we will see students back at school on May 30th!

Good luck to the track team as they head to Cedarburg High School today for the Braveland Conference Track Meet. Go Crusaders!

CONGRATS to the KMS Track team! Last night, the team took 1st PLACE in the Braveland Conference Relay meet - 1st out of 15. Way to go Crusaders!

The last day of school is quickly approaching! Aside from GHS Seniors and our 4K students, the last day of school is Friday, June 9th (early release). Please see the early release schedules we will be following, which allow for bus pick-up.

This week, KMS track is home (GHS track)! Tonight, the Crusaders take on Slinger - this is a reschedule from the rain out earlier in the year. On Wednesday, we welcome Templeton Sussex. Good luck to all runners, throwers and jumpers! Field events start at 3:45 followed by running at 4:00. Go Crusaders!