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 should review the procedures and Board Policy 1520 prior to submitting requests as outlined.
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.
Active Parenting of Elementary Children: Spanish – April 16 – May 2
-posted March 18, 2024
Active Parenting is designed to help educate parents raising children in an ever-changing world. This is a six-class course taught presented twice a week, beginning Tuesday, April 16, 2024 and will be presented in Spanish only. An optional meal is served each week and free childcare is provided.
- Active Parenting of Elementary Children: Spanish
- Tuesday, April 16; Thursday, April 18; Tuesday, April 23; Thursday, April 25; Tuesday, April 30; Thursday, May 2, 2024
- 6:00 – 7:00 pm (Optional meal served at 5:30 pm)
- Frank Elementary School, 1816 57th Street
Sylvan Learning Programs
-posted March 14, 2024
- Vex Robotics – April 1-4, 2024
- Creating and programming robots with LEGO bricks and VEX kits, using both the hands and the mind. Collaborating and experimenting with other kids in friendly competitions. Learning to troubleshoot and solve problems, building critical thinking skills.
- Grades K-5
- Vex Robotics flyer – English (PDF)
- Vex Robotics flyer – Spanish (PDF)
- Insight Assessment
- If your child’s grades seem okay, but you’re sensing something is off, trust your gut! It might be a signal that they’re missing critical foundational skills. It’s easy to miss when grades are no longer painting the full picture. A Sylvan Insight Assessment will tell you where your child really stands academically.
- Grades K – 8
- Insight Assessment flyer – English (PDF)
- Insight Assessment flyer – Spanish (PDF)
- Personalized Tutoring
- If your child’s grades have you worried, tutoring with Sylvan will get them on track and address any concerns.
- Personalized Tutoring flyer – English (PDF)
- Personalized Tutoring flyer – Spanish (PDF)
- ACT Test Prep & College Readiness Programs
- If you’re looking to help your teen feel confident on test day, manage the pressure and raise those crucial ACT scores, check out SylvanPrep for ACT!
- ACT Prep flyer – English (PDF)
- ACT Prep flyer – Spanish (PDF)
Request to learn more about Sylvan
Girl Scouts: Trolls activity – March 26
-posted March 12, 2024
- Explore the Girl Scout Law in a whole new way: from a Troll’s-eye view.
- Girls in K4 and non Girl Scout members in K5 girls bring your grown-up(s) along to learn about Girl Scouts and for a chance to win a colorful basket full of cool prizes.
- You’ll participate in activities inspired by the Girl Scout Law so you can be the best Girl Scout friend ever.
- Tuesday, March 26 from 5:30-7:00 pm
- Edward Bain School of Language Arts – 2600 50th St, Kenosha, WI 53140
- RSVP to Larissa Payne at lpayne@gswise.org or 414-443-3935 (call or text).
- Girl Scouts Trolls Activity flyer – English & Spanish (PDF)
Visit Pleasant Prairie Egg Hunt – March 23-31
-posted March 6, 2024
- #VPPEggHunt – An EGG-cellent Adventure & Giveaway!
- Participating businesses color a large egg poster for you to find! Find golden eggs worth extra entries at select community parks.
- Each egg is unique and worth the stop – snap a photo and each one provides you FREE bonus entries.
- A DOZEN PRIZES TO WIN! Shop local while on the hunt!
- Hop on to the #VPPEggHunt website for more information.
- #VPPEggHunt flyer (PDF)
Night at the Planetarium – March 19
-posted Feb. 29, 2024
Families and individuals of ALL ages are invited to a “Night at the Planetarium!” Join KUSD staff for an interactive and informative presentation on constellations and the stars! Middle school students and younger are required to attend with an adult. Registration is required, and spots are limited!
- Tuesday, March 19
- 4:30 p.m.
- Bradford High School Planetarium, 3700 Washington Road
- Register for Night at the Planetarium Spots are limited!
Navigating the Future – March 20
-posted Feb. 29, 2024
This event is designed to prepare families of individuals with disabilities for life after high school. Join us for an evening of information, including Social Security benefits, postsecondary transition options, supported employment and much more. A meal will be served and free child care is available. If you have questions, please contact Kathryn Barhnart at kbarnhar@kusd.edu.
- Wednesday, March 20
- 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Indian Trail High School, 6800 60th St.
Register for Navigating the Future
Family STEM Night – March 21
-posted Feb. 29, 2024
Elementary students and their families are invited to Pleasant Prairie Elementary for an evening of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) fun! Visit different stations and try out various STEM activities and experiments! This is a fun event for the whole family! A light meal will also be served.
- Thursday, March 21, 2024
- 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
- Pleasant Prairie Elementary, 9208 Wilmot Road
- Register for Family STEM Night
Family, Food, Festivities! – March 21
-posted Feb. 29, 2024
Everyone is invited for an evening of community and fellowship! Join Curtis Strange staff at this Open House- style event and visit various stations. There will be a Bingo game, recipe sharing, technology help, and delicious food for all! This program will be presented in both English and Spanish. Registration is strongly encouraged before March 13.
- Thursday, March 21, 2024
- 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
- Curtis Strange Elementary, 5414 49th Avenue
- Register for Family, Food, Festivities!
We’re Hiring Substitute Teachers
-posted Feb. 27, 2024
WE’RE HIRING! Make an impact today and join our KUSD family by becoming a Substitute Teacher.
- DO YOU:
- Want to help students succeed?
- Have an associate or bachelor’s degree?
- Enjoy a flexible schedule?
- Apply today or contact subservices@kusd.edu for more information.
More information: Substitute Teacher flyer (PDF)
March Into Literacy – March 19
-posted Feb. 14, 2024
Elementary students and their families are invited to join EBSOLA staff for an evening of literacy activities, parent workshop on homework, guest storytellers, games and crafts for all ages! There will be a guacamole-making demonstration, and a light meal will be served. All registered children will receive a free book!
- March Into Literacy
- Tuesday, March 19, 2024
- 5:30 – 7:00 pm
- EBSOLA Elementary School, 2600 50th Street
Register for March Into Literacy by March 14
Saturday Academy – March 2-23
-posted Feb. 14, 2024
Saturday Academy consists of a variety of learning experiences for students in grades K-5 and is designed to promote a positive connection between home, school and community. Participants are expected to attend all sessions where they will also be provided free breakfast and lunch. Spots are limited!
- Saturday, March 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2024
- 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Wesley United Church, 4600 60th St.
- Register for Saturday Academy Spots are limited!
Please provide feedback on the impact of addiction in our community
-posted Feb. 12, 2024
English:
The disease of addiction continues to devastate families, businesses, and communities across our county. On behalf of the Kenosha County Substance Abuse Coalition and Addiction Policy Forum, I am reaching out to ask you to provide critical feedback on substance use disorders and addiction. The purpose of this survey is to help us better understand knowledge and attitudes toward addiction and help our community identify challenges, barriers, and gaps in these areas.
- This online survey is completely anonymous; no identifying information will be collected, and all information we gather from the survey will be confidential.
- The survey is voluntary; you can choose whether to take it, and you can stop taking the survey at any time.
The survey takes about 15 minutes to complete. Access the survey with this link.
Thank you for taking the time to participate in this important project! This material and/or activity is not sponsored by KUSD or its personnel.
Español:
La enfermedad de la adicción sigue devastando familias, negocios y comunidades en todo nuestro condado. En parte de la Coalición de Abuso de Sustancias del Condado de Kenosha (Kenosha County Substancie Abuse Coalition) y el Foro de Política de Adicción (Addiction Policy Forum), le escribo para pedirle que proporcione información crítica sobre los desórdenes por consumo de sustancias y la adicción. El propósito de este cuestionario es a ayudarnos a entender mejor el conocimiento y las actitudes hacia la adicción y ayudar a nuestra comunidad a identificar desafíos, barreras y brechas en estas áreas.
- Este cuestionario en línea es totalmente anónimo; no se recogerá ninguna información de identificación, y toda la información que obtengamos del cuestionario será confidencial.
- El cuestionario es voluntario; puede elegir si desea completarlo o no, y puede dejar de hacerlo en cualquier momento.
La cumplimentación del cuestionario lleva unos 15 minutos. Puede acceder al cuestionario aquí.
¡Gracias por dedicar su tiempo a participar en este proyecto importante! Este material y/o actividad no está patrocinado por KUSD o por su personal.
Walking School Bus Project – volunteers needed
-posted Feb. 1, 2024
The Walking School Bus project is a partnership between Brass Community School, Building Our Future, and the Kenosha Police Department. We are currently recruiting volunteers to walk students to school each morning Monday through Friday at Brass Community School. The Walking School Bus offers a safe and fun way to support families by walking elementary students to school. Check out the flyers below to learn more and to sign up!
Early Head Start at KAC
-posted Jan. 29, 2024
Set the stage for your child’s learning journey before they enter school. You will receive:
- Learning though play
- Access to community resources
- Fun family activities
- Family goal setting and guidance
- All services are provided free of charge!
Learn more:
Triple P: Parenting Series – Feb. 15 – March 21
-posted Jan. 24, 2024
Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) gives parents simple and practical strategies to help them build strong, healthy relationships, confidently manage their children’s behavior, and prevent problems from developing. Topics covered include: Power of Positive Parenting; Raising Confident, Competent Children; Dealing with Disobedience; Balancing Work and Family; Self-Esteem; and Raising Resilient Children. Classes take place weekly, beginning Feb. 15. Register for one…or several sessions! Free child care and an optional meal is provided to all registered participants.
- Thursdays, Feb. 15 – March 21, 2024
- 5-6:30 p.m.
- Chavez Learning Station, 6300 27th Ave.
- Register for Triple P
Girl Scouts
-posted Jan. 17, 2024
KTEC, Roosevelt, and Dimensions of Learning Daisy Troop
- A community Daisy Troop will meet at our Girl Scout property in Kenosha and any girl can join.
- For girls in K5 and 1st grade
- 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 2–3 p.m.
- Daisy Troop flyer (PDF)
Math Kangaroo – March 21
-posted Dec. 20, 2023
English:
Welcome to Math Kangaroo, the annual International Olympiad in Mathematics!
The Math Kangaroo Competition will take place at Mathnasium of Pleasant Prairie on Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 5:30-6:30 PM for interested 1st-12th graders.
A student can be registered to this center as long as he/she resides in the state where the center is located.
The registration fee is $35 between Dec 16 and Dec 31. There is no registration cancellation or a refund offered after the registration. Math Kangaroo offers financial assistance to families in hardship; please contact info@mathkangaroo.org to ask for assistance and provide appropriate proof of hardship.
Math Kangaroo honors special accommodations with the proof provided for such need(s).
For more information please visit mathkangaroo.org or email Maria Norville at pleasantprairie@mathnasium.com.
This material and/or activity is not sponsored by KUSD or its personnel.
Spanish:
¡Bienvenido a Math Kangaroo, la Olimpiada Internacional Anual de Matemáticas!
La competencia Math Kangaroo se llevará a cabo en Mathnasium of Pleasant Prairie el jueves 21 de marzo de 2024 de 5:30 a 6:30 p. m. para estudiantes interesados de 1.º a 12.º grado.
Un estudiante puede estar matriculado en este centro siempre que resida en el estado donde está ubicado el centro.
La tarifa de inscripción es de $35 entre el 16 de diciembre y el 31 de diciembre. No se ofrece cancelación de inscripción ni reembolso después de la inscripción. Math Kangaroo ofrece asistencia financiera a familias en dificultades; comuníquese con info@mathkangaroo.org para solicitar ayuda y proporcionar la prueba adecuada de las dificultades.
Math Kangaroo respeta las adaptaciones especiales con la prueba proporcionada para dichas necesidades.
Para obtener más información, visite mathkangaroo.org o envíe un correo electrónico a Maria Norville a agradableprairie@mathnasium.com.
Este material y/o actividad no está patrocinado por KUSD ni por su personal.
FREE: Student and Family Assistance Program
-posted Nov. 13, 2023
To promote healthy homes, minds and families, as well as address mental health concerns, KUSD is proud to offer the Student and Family Assistance Program (SFAP) sponsored by the Employee Assistance Program of Advocate Aurora Health.
The SFAP offers counseling and problem-solving services in a variety of areas at no charge to all students and family members residing within the household. Help begins when a family member or legally responsible adult calls the program. This program is not designed to diagnose or treat individuals, but can help find appropriate supports if needed. LEARN MORE
Kenosha Public Museums
Kenosha Public Museum, Dinosaur Discovery Museum, and Civil War Museum
-posted Oct. 25, 2023
- We offer many paid and free activities for children, adults, and families all year round!
- ¡Ofrecemos muchas actividades gratuitas y de pago para niños, adultos y familias durante todo el año!
- Kenosha Public Museums Events
Connections: Planting Seeds of Hope
-posted Oct. 25, 2023
A support group for children and their trusted adults to meet others who are also experiencing grief.
- Third Thursday of Each Month, October through May
- 5pm – 7:45pm
- Hospice Alliance, 10220 Prairie Ridge Blvd, Pleasant Prairie, WI
- To learn more and register, please email bereavement@hospicealliance.org or call 262-652-4400.
- Connections flyer – English (PDF)
- Connections flyer – Spanish (PDF)
AmeriCorps Seniors
-posted Oct. 12, 2023
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Mentoring
Get involved and make a positive difference in your community with RSVP Mentoring. Become a mentor and help guide students to improved academic achievement and support higher levels of social-emotional learning in as little as 1 hour a week. Consider joining today!
AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program
AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program volunteers help guide students to higher academic achievement. The Foster Grandparent program connects role models like you with young people in need. You will assist students from grades K-8 in subjects such as reading and writing and serve as a mentor to children going through difficult times. Enrich your life while enriching the lives of others by providing the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on a path to a successful future. Consider joining today!
Learn English at Gateway Technical College
-posted Aug. 22, 2023
Learn to read, write and speak English with Gateway’s ELL program. Our free ELL classes meet two days a week for six hours per week. You’ll start with an orientation that helps instructors find the best starting place for you. You only pay for the cost of a textbook and workbook that you’ll use the whole year. Classes are free to Wisconsin residents 18 years or older.