Virtual Backpack

KUSD’s Virtual Backpack provides an outlet for the district and community organizations to share events, activities and resources with our families in one easy to access location. Materials and/or activities below may not be sponsored by KUSD or its personnel.

Organizations wanting to add an item to the Virtual Backpack must submit a Virtual Backpack request form at least one month prior to their event date. All requests must abide by the procedures outlined in Board Policy 1520.

Items that have expired, or that are more than six months old, will be removed to keep this page current. If items are removed, they may be resubmitted in alignment with the procedures above for review/consideration.

Back to School Ready

Back to School Ready (Aug. 19)

-posted Aug. 7, 2025

Ready to kick off the school year with strong routines and confident kiddos? Join us for a fun, hands-on Family Education Program led by Dr. Dana — packed with helpful tools to make everything from smoother mornings to easier bedtimes a breeze. You’ll learn how routines help children feel safe, prepared, and confident, and you’ll leave with your very own family checklist to keep things running smoothly at home!

After the main presentation, we will have two quick, 15‑minute sessions:

  • Snack Attack!
    Get tips on healthy options (fresh and packed), then build your own snack together from the food we provide!
  • Parent-Teacher Power-Up
    Building a strong parent‑teacher connection early in the school year is key to your child’s success. In this session, you’ll discover why daily attendance matters, how showing up for school events models engagement for your child, and the best ways to stay connected through your school’s communication channels. We’ll also cover how to approach conversations with teachers in a positive, proactive way to address concerns early and productively.

We will also have a community resource section to help support you and your family this year. Free child care will be available.

🗓️Tuesday, Aug. 19
🕧 6-7:30 p.m.
📍 LakeView Technology Academy, 5533 26th Ave.
🗒️ Register for Back to School Ready

Non-KUSD families and community members: Community members who are not current KUSD students, families or staff must join our Family Education Programs Community Group to register for this event. Once you’re a member, you’ll receive information about and be able to register for future events without needing to rejoin the group. You do not need to be affiliated with KUSD to participate in family education programs—we welcome all members of our community!

Pizza for a Cause: Take CHARGE for Alivia at Papa John’s (Sept. 2)

-posted Aug. 7, 2025

CHARGE Syndrome affects 1 in every 9,000 births and can potentially affect the entire body. CHARGE is an acronym for characteristics of the Syndrome –

C – Coloboma of the Eye(s)
H – Heart Defects
A – Atresia of the Choanae (unattached nasal passages)
R – Restriction of Growth
G – Genital Abnormalities
E – Ear Abnormalities

Individuals with CHARGE are incredible human beings that you may come across in your school. Some are deaf, some are blind, some are deafblind. Some speak, some don’t. Some walk and some scoot. Each person is so unique, and many just want to be understood and friended.

Commit to Ordering a Pizza on Sept. 2

Please click and commit to ordering a pizza on Tuesday 9/2, and 15% of the proceeds will go to the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation via Alivia to help raise awareness, help with additional research and general support for the adults and children that were born and diagnosed with CHARGE.

Please visit groupraise.com/events/308524 to commit by 8/20.

REMEMBER – When ordering, please mention you are supporting Take CHARGE for Alivia prior to placing your order.

Holiday House Annual Coat & Toy Giveaway

-posted Aug. 7, 2025

Spreading Joy for the Holidays! Holiday House is taking registrations for their annual coat and toy giveaway. Coats, hats and gloves will be given out in October. Toys will be handed out in December.

Kenosha County Needs More Local Foster Families

-posted Aug. 7, 2025

Community Impact Programs is a foster care licensing agency serving Kenosha County. Our community is experiencing an urgent need for additional foster homes to support children in crisis. If you’re interested in learning more or beginning the licensing process, please contact us at 262-654-1004 ext. 3 or fostercare@psgcip.com. Not ready to foster just yet? Reach out to explore other meaningful ways you can support local children and families.

Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience (Sept. 20)

-posted July 7, 2025

“Sparks Fly: The Taylor Swift Experience” is a LIVE 2 hour show paying tribute in true adoration to one of the best catalogs and talents in modern music! An all ages, family friendly show featuring one of the Best Taylor Swift Tribute bands in America.

Families Uniting Neighborhoods (FUN) Movie Nights

-posted June 18, 2025

Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman, Kenosha County Parks, Kenosha County Gang Prevention and the ELCA Outreach Center invite you out to enjoy a FREE outdoor movie! Be sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Tri My Best Triathlon (Aug. 10)

-posted June 9, 2025

A Triathlon for Children and Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities

This is a ‘swim/bike/run’ event for children (5 & up) and young adults with developmental disabilities including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, global delays, etc. ALL abilities are welcome, including those that may require the use of flotation devices, adapted bikes, walkers, power wheelchairs, and other assistive devices. All athletes will be paired up with volunteers to encourage, assist and ensure safety.

Childhood Immunizations

-posted May 22, 2025

Kenosha County Public Health can help your child remain up to date with their immunizations. See our informational flyer for details.

Summer Zoo Camp (June 16 – Aug. 15)

-posted May 22, 2025

The Racine Zoo has a summer camp for everyone! From June 16 through August 15 at the Racine Zoo, preschoolers aged 3-5 and students entering Kindergarten through 5th grade can spend half days or full days learning about animals, nature, and conservation. Spend time outside, get up close with animals, and form connections with wildlife and wild places that will last a lifetime. Join us at the Racine Zoo this summer for an unforgettable experience!

IEP-Based Summer Speech Support

-posted May 14, 2025

Does your child have an IEP and receive speech therapy at school? Wondering what happens during that long summer break? If you’re worried about your kiddo losing progress—or just want to keep that momentum going—our Summer IEP Support program at Simply Spoken is here to help!

✔️ Keep skills strong over the 10-week break (broken into 2 5-week sessions) June 16-July 14 and July 21-August 18
✔️ Start the school year feeling confident and ready
✔️ Flexible session packages designed to work with your summer plans

Let’s make this summer count—without the stress. Message us or visit our website to grab your spot!

Education Foundation Golf Outing (August 11)

-posted May 7, 2025

The Education Foundation of Kenosha (EFK) is seeking the community’s support at the 25th Annual Golf Outing, to be held on Monday, August 11, 2025, at the Kenosha Country Club. All money raised at this event will support KUSD teacher grants and student scholarship opportunities.

Mathnasium Summer Programs

-posted April 14, 2025

Incorporate Mathnasium into your summer activities with our flexible scheduling and easy-to-reach location. You can now choose from 16, 24, or unlimited sessions available throughout June, July, and August. Contact us today to arrange an assessment for your child at 1-262-484-4511. Save $100 if you enroll by 5/31/2025.

Sylvan Learning Summer Program

-posted April 11, 2025

Avoid Summer Learning Loss by making Sylvan part of your summer schedule. At Sylvan we will pinpoint the skills your child needs and develop a summer program. We offer flexible hours and have no contracts.

Early Head Start Program at KAC

-posted March 18, 2025

Did you know Kenosha has an Early Head Start program for eligible families who are pregnant or have children under the age of three? Early Head Start provides free (and fun) weekly home visits for parents and children to play, with development and school readiness (even for infants!). Besides home visits, Early Head Start holds events twice a month for families to get out of the house and socialize. We also have playgroups and open play times for families to participate in! Please contact us today to learn more about this free program, by calling Genna Moreno at 262-818-3581.

ACT Online Test Prep (Summer 2025)

-posted March 3, 2025

UW-Parkside’s Professional and Continuing Education unit is pleased to announce our lineup of online ACT Test Prep courses this summer. Prepare for the ACT with courses taught by Educational Testing Consultants, a leader in higher education test preparation. Scholarships available for students who are eligible for Free/Reduced lunch.

Pre-College Camps at UW-Parkside (Summer 2025)

-posted March 3, 2025

UW-Parkside is happy to announce or lineup of precollege summer camps for Summer 2025! If your child loves the outdoors, or prefers learning cutting edge technology, our summer camps are for you? Online camp options are also available with our Summer Math Bridge camps. Scholarships are available for students eligible for Free/Reduced lunch. Go to uwp.edu/youth to learn more.

Aviation Maintenance Technician Program (Fall 2025)

-posted Feb. 11, 2025

Eagles Nest Projects Wisconsin is partnering with local high schools, Fox Valley Technical College, and aviation maintenance shops to launch an Aviation Maintenance Technician program. Students can earn FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification, preparing them for careers in aviation maintenance. This is your chance to take the first step toward a thrilling and rewarding career in the aviation industry.

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