Monday, January 28, 2019

1/28 Parent Blog


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Reminders/Information:
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  • KMS 2018-2019 Yearbooks are for sale for $25. 
    • Please make checks out to Karcher Middle School, and include your students advisory teachers name on the envelope. 
  • As a reminder... Tuesday/Thursday School is available to all students after school in Ms. Jorgenson's room. 
    • Tuesday/Thursday School provides students with an opportunity to work on any school work needs they may have from 2:40-3:20. 
    • Arrangements can be made ahead of time or on a need to need basis.  
  • Please review this slideshow of pictures of our current Lost and Found items at Karcher. 
    • All unclaimed items will be donated to Love, Inc. at the end of February. 
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    Upcoming Events:
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    • Course selection information for the 2018-2019 school year!
      • Current 8th graders will be receiving their BHS course selection booklets on January 29th. They will be working through their course selections with Mr. Berezowitz during the next few weeks to help with the scheduling process.
      • Current 7th grade students will get their elective course selection information on February 11th with the return date to their advisory teachers by February 18th. 
    • Character Assembly Days are 2/7 for 8th Grade, and 2/8 for 7th Grade. 
      • These are an opportunity for students to reflect on their Character Development, and for teachers to recognize students for following the Karcher Way!
    • The week of 2/4 is a KMS Spirit Week! Below are the themes for each day. Please help to ensure your students are still within compliance of the dress code.
      • Monday: Jammies
      • Tuesday: Twin Day
      • Wednesday: America Day - Red, White, & Blue
      • Thursday: Jersey/ Sports Day
      • Friday: Black Out of White Out Day
    • Students currently in 8th grade should plan to attend the Burlington High School OPEN HOUSE on Monday, February 4th for tours, and to learn about organizations and schedules. 
      • Last Names A-M at 5:30 PM, and N-Z at 6:15 PM. 
    • SNOCO Night will be on Friday, February 8th 6:00-8:00 PM in the Karcher Library/ U-Lab 
      • This event is open to 7th and 8th graders, and will include a bags tournament and music/ dancing. 
      • Purchase tickets the week of February 4th during lunch for $2 or 2 Karcher Character Bucks (Awarded to students by staff members as a positive behavior reinforcement!)
    • NO SCHOOL for Students February 15th!
    • Racine County Public Health will be providing a presentation on the dangers of tobacco use/ vaping at Karcher during Advisory on February 18th. 
      • Students will only be able to attend this event with parent request and permission. 
      • If you would like your student to attend, please contact Mr. Heft (Rheft@basd.k12.wi.us) or (262) 763-0190. 
    • Burlington HS DRIVEN students will be coming to Karcher on February 22nd to lead activities centered around tolerance, integrity, and anti-bullying. 
      • This connects with Karcher's Character Education and Social Emotional Learning focus of Respect, Self-Regulation, Problem Solving, and Conflict Resolution over the next 2 months. Character Ed. takes place during Extended Advisory (7:20-8:04 on Mondays each week). 
    • Student Led Conferences will be on February 28th and March 5th 4:00-8:00 PM. 
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        Extra-Curricular Activities:
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    • Karcher Middle School Strength and Conditioning Club begins January 28th, and is open to any 7th or 8th grade, male or female student that attends Karcher Middle School. 
      • The club is centered building foundational strength and power through age appropriate weight training exercises. Students will work with a partner and the exercises will be closely monitored by a supervisor. Sessions will be held in the Karcher Middle School weight room, wrestling room, and other areas inside and outside of the buildings. 
      • All participants need to complete and return this permission slip prior to joining the club. 
      • Contact Eric Sulik (esulik@basd.k12.wi.us) or Hans Block (hblock@basd.k12.wi.us) with questions!
    • Come Support our KMS Girls Volleyball players! Below is a schedule of all HOME Games:
    • The BHS Varsity Dance's Annual Dance Clinic 2019 for K-8 students will be held Saturday, February 16th in the Burlington HS Gym. 
      • Check in is at 9:15-9:30 AM, Clinic is 9:30-12:15 PM, and the Parent Performance is 12:15-12:30 PM. Participants will also be able to perform with the BHS Varsity Dance Team February 22nd at the Boys Basketball game. Matching T-Shirts are also included with registration. 
      • Visit THIS LINK to register online by February 11th.
    • The 2019 Demon Baseball Camp will be held on March 30th 9:30 AM-12 PM.
      • Sharpen your skills for spring and summer baseball! Batters will learn proper hitting fundamentals, grip, stance, bat, and hand positions, while fielders will work on footwork fundamentals, fielding ground balls, and how to make a good throw. Batting tees, soft toss, and pitching machines will be utilized to give all players plenty of opportunities. Bring your own glove, bat and batting helmet, if you have one. 
      • Check-in will begin at 9:15 AM. Camp will be instructed by BHS Head Baseball Coach, Scott Staude, and his coaching staff and players. 
      • Register online at THIS LINK.

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