KEWASKUM DISTRICT NEWS
Your Voice Matters! Family Engagement Survey Now Open
Dear Kewaskum School District Families,
We believe that strong partnerships between families and schools are the foundation of student success. Your insights, experiences, and feedback help us create a school environment where every student—and every family—feels valued and supported.
To strengthen this partnership, we are launching our Family Engagement Survey, and we need your input! This short survey will help us understand how we can better support, communicate with, and engage our families in meaningful ways.
Why Your Feedback Matters
Your responses will:
✅ Help us improve communication between schools and families
✅ Shape future family events and engagement opportunities
✅ Ensure we are providing the resources and support you need
✅ Strengthen the collaboration between home and school
How to Participate
The survey is open from February 14 to February 28 and can be completed in just a few minutes. It is available in multiple languages and can be accessed online at https://forms.gle/5AB77H1bgf9c9cKC9. This is a completely anonymous survey.
This survey is a vital step in building stronger connections between our schools and families. By sharing your thoughts, you help us create an environment where every student can thrive, and every family feels like they truly belong.
Thank you for your time and partnership. If you have any questions, please reach out to mbazata@kewaskumschools.org. Once we get the survey results back, we publish an executive summary of the results. We appreciate your support and look forward to hearing from you!
Dr. Bazata
Superintendent
Kewaskum School District
Did you know there are several ways to report your student’s absence? Check out this informational flyer for more details.
To avoid unwanted attendance calls, please report absences before the start of the school day.
Kewaskum Middle School is collecting items to support families at Children's Wisconsin.
Please drop off travel-sized toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, hand sanitizer, facial tissues, as well as small puzzles, toys, card games, and books at the middle school office by February 19.
Pop tabs can still be donated through the end of March!
School closings and late start notifications will appear on the website and app, and will also be sent out via texts, phone calls and emails.
Ensure you stay connected by logging into your Skyward Family Access Account and updating your contact information.
FEBRUARY
02/17 - KHS Concert Band/Wind Ensemble
02/22 - MS Solo & Ensemble Festival (@ Kewaskum)
02/22 - Annual Super Soup Social
MARCH
03/01 - HS Solo & Ensemble Festival (@ Plymouth)
03/06 - End of Trimester 2
03/07 - No School, Professional Development Day
03/10 - Missoula Children's Theatre Auditions
03/12 - Juniors; ACT exams
03/13 - School Board Meeting
03/13 - Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
Each month this section will include information on topics discussed at the regular school board meeting. These updates come from unapproved minutes of the meeting.
RECOGNITION
The Village of Kewaskum recognized Aaron Roth as the Kewaskum Police Officer of the Year for his outstanding contributions to the Village and school, his unwavering commitment to upholding the department's mission, and his dedication during a challenging time.REPORTS
Ms. Klemme and Ms. Rettler presented the Student Representative Report and addressed Mr. Ramthun's request regarding workshops through CESA 6 for student board representatives. They also updated the board on the Mamma Mia! musical, and provided a student perspective on college and career readiness.
Dr. Bazata presented the District Administrator Report and provided updates on the membership count, summer school, board tours, and proposed legislative bills. He also provided a look ahead to March's meeting.
Mr. Leister presented Dr. Bazata with a certificate of recognition for contributions made to the District, particularly for his efforts in securing grant funding.
Mr. Brightman presented the Business Manager Report and provided an update on the 2025-26 Budget cycle.
Ms. Heipp presented the Student Learning Report and gave an overview of ACT20. An updated DPI-approved curriculum resource list was shared, along with training requirements, assessments, the upcoming release of a promotion policy, an intensive summer school program, and personalized reading plans.
Dr. Bazata stated that there are nine early graduates for the 2024-25 school year.
ITEMS FOR ACTION
The Board approved the following:
- Payroll and accounts payable reports,
- An overnight field trip for KMS Rocket Club members,
- An overnight field trip for KHS Rocket Club members,
- An overnight field trip for KHS science students,
- A purchase over $7,500 for KHS roofing.
