Fifth Grade

Parent Orientation

Due to CDC guidelines regarding social distancing

related to COVID-19 the following communication

is being sent in lieu of a large group

gathering/presentation.

Welcome to KMS

KMS Administration - Introductions

Susan Climer – Building Principal

• Primary Point of Contact for 8th grade

(262) 253-3452 sclimer@gsdwi.org

Mark Kaminski – Assistant Principal

• Primary Point of Contact for 6th grade

(262) 502-7309 mkaminski@gsdwi.org

Brandon Kohl – Dean of Students

• Primary Point of Contact for 7th grade

• Main Contact Person for All Attendance Inquiries

(262) 502-7440 bkohl@gsdwi.org

Welcome and Introduction

KMS currently serves approximately 900 students and we will likely

meet or exceed that for next year. Our building staff consists of over

100 people including:

• Teachers

• School Counselors

• Special Education Staff (teachers & aides)

• Secretaries

• Custodians

• And other Support Staff

o All of these professionals serve your children with great pride and

dedication (as part of the KMS Learning Community).

Academic Achievement (grades) and Behaviors are

reflected separately on the Report Card!!

1.) Self-Advocacy - Participation & Seeking Clarification

2.) Work Ethic - Effort & Submitting Quality Work

3.) Organization – Being Prepared & Time Management

Behaviors of Life Long Learners

6th Grade KMS Schedule

7:44 – 11:59 Academics

12:02 – 12:32 Lunch

12:35 – 1:05 SAS (Student Academic Support)

1:08 – 1:38 IDR (Independent Daily Reading)

1:41 – 2:21 Coordinated Arts Class

2:24 – 3:04 Coordinated Arts Class

Please Consider Joining our

PTA!!

Elementary: Self contained and teacher-directed learning

experiences.

Middle School: Changing classes based on subject matter and shift

toward student driven learning experiences and responsibilities.

It is important to understand that we are here to guide this transition

(gradual rather than an abrupt) so that each child can experience

individualized growth. The “House” concept is geared toward this

transition.

KMS – Transitional Beliefs

Buettner

House

Mrs. Betanzos

Science

Ms. Buettner

ELA

Mr. Stell

World Cultures

Ms. Radish

Math

TBD

Cross-Categorical

Specialist

Glaser

House

Mrs. Glaser

ELA

Mrs. Curran

World Cultures

Ms. Van Zummeren

Science

Mrs. Krueser

Cross-Categorical

SpecialistMrs. Rohde

Math

Flood

House

Mrs. Monday

World Cultures

and

Math

Ms. Schilling

Science

and

ELA

Mrs. Flood

Math

Mrs. Lamb

Cross-Categorical

Specialist

Mr. Wilcox

ELA

A) Coordinated Arts are an exploratory opportunity for students.

In Sixth Grade, students select a Music Choice

1) General Music (All Year, Every Other Day)

2) Chorus (All Year, Every Other Day)

3) Band (All Year, Every Other Day)

B) Remainder of Coordinated Arts block consists of:

•Phy. Ed. (All Year, Every Other Day)

•Tech. Ed. (Sem, Every other Day)

•Health (Sem, Every other Day)

•Art (Sem, Every other Day)

•Computer App’s (Sem, Every other Day)

Note: We do offer some additional classes (i.e. RtI opportunities) which may impact the above classes. This is

done on a as needed basis, and with parent support.

Coordinated Arts Classes - Sample

6th Grade Coordinated Arts Sample:

Music Choice, P.E., Health, Tech Ed., Art, and Computer Applications.

Note: We do offer some additional classes (i.e. RtI opportunities) which may impact the above classes. This is

done on a as needed basis, and with parent support.

Block 5

7th Hour

8th Hour

Sem 1

Blue Gold

Sem 2

Blue Gold

Phy. Ed Health Tech. Ed. Phy. Ed.

Band Comp. App’s Band Art

Coordinated Arts Classes

They Rotate - Blue Day followed by a Gold Day!!

If Your Child is Absent from School

You Need to:

School Attendance

Call the Attendance Number 253-3450 (press # 1)

Unreported Absences could be marked Unexcused!

Only Make Homework Requests for Extended

Absences (more than a few days)

HW can also be found on the KMS Website

Upon return from the absence have your child see

their teachers to check on missing work (or turn

in if completed).

School Attendance

Compulsory Attendance: Policy & Procedures

10 Days for the Year (ill, absent, tardy, or vacation)

Prearranged Absences - Grades & Attendance

Medical Excuse – Given to Office (more specific the better)

Please Communicate Special Circumstances (family emergencies etc.)

School Culture: PBIS

We follow the “KMS WAY” in…

All School Environments

With Clearly Defined Expectations Hallways

Classrooms

Restrooms

Cafeteria

Library

Technology Use

Assignment Notebooks

Filled

in

daily

at

school!

Provided

to

all

KMS

students!

Lockers:

If you would like to get an organizer before school

starts, keep in mind the following dimensions:

13 deep by 11.5 wide

Keys to surviving a Locker:

Keep them clean!

*They are not a closet!

Have an organization plan.

*Put things in their place!

Do not over decorate.

*Do not crowd yourself

out with light fixtures and

decorations!

6th Grade SUPPLY LISTS

Please watch for the 6th grade House supply lists!!

This information will be sent in your summer

registration packets.

Important Addition: TI-30 XS Multiview Calculator

(will be used 6th – 8th grades)

6th Grade Student Orientation

Tuesday, August 25th, 2020

What happens at Orientation?

Band Concert

Receive class schedule and locker combination

Receive Assignment Notebook

Student Pictures

Time to set up locker

Orientation Continued…

Introduction to “House” teachers

Tips on organizing

Time to tour building

Any “House” specific supplies that are needed

Co-Curricular Activities

Multiple Experiences

Academic Musical Athletic

•School Newspaper (All Year)

•PAC Club (All Year)

•Yearbook (Starts in November)

•Forensics (December)

•Student Council (All Year)

•Destination Imagination (Nov/Dec)

Co-Curricular Activities

Multiple Experiences

Academic Musical Athletic

•School Musical (September – October)

•Jazz Band (All Year)

•Solo Ensemble Instrumental and Vocal (Feb)

•Variety Show (March-April/May)

Co-Curricular Activities

Multiple Experiences

Academic Musical Athletic

•Boys & Girls Cross Country (September)

•Wrestling (November)

•Girls Basketball (October)

•Boys Basketball (January)

•Cheerleading (Dec/Jan)

•Girls Volleyball (March)

•Boys & Girls Track (April)

•Ski Club (Dec/Jan)

School Play

Student Council

Yearbook

Newspaper

Join the PAC-Club

Service Opportunities:

•MLK Service Day

•Hunger Task Force Food Drive

•Spring Clean Up

•KMS landscaping

Forensics

Group or Individual Acting

Wrestling

Variety Show

Ski & Snowboard Club

We Look forward to seeing your

child as an incoming 6th grader!

Thank You Reviewing this

information!