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 or individuals who want to add an item to the Virtual Backpack must submit a Virtual Backpack request form at least 1 month prior to their event date. All requests must abide by the procedures outlined in Board Policy 1520. Note: Due to changes in accessibility standards, KUSD will no longer be posting images or PDFs on the Virtual Backpack.

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.

September

Indian Trail Cheer Fundraising Night (Sept. 9)

-posted Sept. 4, 2026

📣 WHAT: A Tropical Smoothie Cafe Fundraising Night benefiting Indian Trail Cheer! Come enjoy your favorite smoothies and food, meet & support our cheerleaders, plus enjoy raffles and fun!

📅 WHEN:
Wednesday, September 9th
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 WHERE:
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
3199 Market Lane, Suite A
Kenosha, WI 53144

💜 WHY: To help raise funds to support the Indian Trail Cheerleading Team and their 2026–27 season. Every purchase helps support our Hawks! 🦅💜

📧 QUESTIONS? Contact the Indian Trail Cheer Booster Club at: ITHSACheerBooster@gmail.com

🥤 EVERY SIP SUPPORTS OUR HAWKS! Invite your friends, family & neighbors and help us make this a great night! 💜🖤📣

Tremper Cheer Kids Camp (Sept. 9-11)

-posted Aug. 24, 2026

Calling all K–5th graders! Join the Tremper High School Cheerleaders for a fun-filled camp, then show off what you learned by performing at halftime of the football game!

  • 📅 Practice #1: Wednesday, Sept. 9 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
  • 📅 Practice #2: Thursday, Sept. 10 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
  • 🏈 Game Day: Friday, Sept. 11 | Arrive at 5:30 p.m., performance at halftime
  • 💰 Cost: $45, which includes a T-shirt and bow.

🔗 Register for Tremper Cheer Kids Camp today!

Email kmartine@kusd.edu for more information.

Homecoming Dress Giveaway (Sept. 10, 11 and 12)

-posted Sept. 4, 2026

A’s Dress Closet is a nonprofit providing free formalwear for homecoming and prom to anyone in need, no questions asked. Founded by to moms and their daughters, it promotes dignity, inclusion and confidence for all, regardless of financial circumstances.

  • Where: Bubba’s Cellar, 217 N. Pine St., Burlington, WI
  • When:
    • Thursday, Sept. 10, 3-6 p.m.
    • Friday, Sept. 11, 3-6 p.m.
    • Saturday, Sept. 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pleasant Prairie Harvest Fest (Sept. 11-13)

-posted Sept. 4, 2026

This FREE three-day lakeside event blends autumn charm with festive experiences, including hayrides on land and water. 🍂

From live music to family-friendly activities for all ages, Harvest Fest offers something different every day. Take in the colors of the season aboard a tractor-pulled hayride or choose a different view from a pontoon on Lake Andrea – a unique Pleasant Prairie twist on a fall tradition. You can also enjoy photo-op spots, fall crafts, bounce houses, face painting, and so much more. View complete Harvest Fest lineup.

Food trucks (including a fish boil experience!) and craft beverages will be available for purchase. Proudly presented by Visit Pleasant Prairie and the Lake Andrea Beer Garden for four years strong! Enjoy time along the shores of Lake Andrea as we jump into the gorgeous setting of fall. You won’t leaf disappointed!

DATES: September 11-13, 2026

LOCATION: Lake Andrea Beer Garden, 10023 Park Drive, Pleasant Prairie

Special thanks to Pinot’s Palette for providing face painting, and to our pontoon partner, Pleasant Prairie RecPlex.

Shred Day and School Supply Drive (Sept. 12)

-posted Aug. 5, 2026

Join Southern Lakes Credit Union for our annual Shred Day on Saturday, September 12, from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Safely dispose of your confidential documents while helping local families prepare for the school year.

This year, we’re also collecting new school supplies for Forest Park Elementary. Bring a donation along with your documents and help students start the school year with the tools they need to succeed.

Location: 3000 80th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142

Shred Day Information & Guidelines

i9 Sports Fall Leagues (begins Sept. 12)

-posted July 16, 2026

Registration is now open for i9 Sports Fall Leagues held at Nash Elementary starting 9/12.

Designed for kids ages 3–13, with a convenient 1-day-a-week format means practices are held immediately before games. Secure your spot ASAP to save on fees – visit i9sports.com for more information. Use code FALL20 to save $20 on Soccer, Flag Football, or T-ball Baseball registrations.

It’s The Way Youth Sports Should Be®

Eagles Nest Projects Wisconsin 2026 Sweepstakes (Sept. 13)

-posted Jan. 26, 2026

Eagles Nest Projects Wisconsin is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 Sweepstakes, offering supporters a chance to win a Van’s RV-12 ULS aircraft or $50,000 cash, while directly supporting hands-on aviation education for local high school students. The sweepstakes helps fund Eagles Nest Projects’ mission to inspire and equip the next generation of aviation leaders in Southeast Wisconsin.

Through real aircraft construction, authentic flight experiences, and immersive aerospace education, students learn by doing, gaining practical skills, confidence, and a vision for what’s possible in aviation and beyond.

Enter the Eagles Nest sweepstakes

Cub Scout Info Night (Sept. 14)

-posted Aug. 27, 2026

Interested in learning more about Cub Scouts? We’re part of Scouting America (formerly known as Boy Scouts), and welcome both boys AND girls in kindergarten through 5th grade. Join us for our Info Night is Monday, September 14, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Lutheran Church to determine if our program is right for your family, plus we’ll play some games and have some treats for kids.

We typically meet Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Lutheran (we welcome everyone, regardless of religious affiliation).

Try Lacrosse Clinic (Sept. 19 & Oct. 10)

-posted Sept. 4, 2026

Kenosha Raptors Lacrosse Club invites boys and girls in grades K–8 to attend one of our upcoming FREE Try Lacrosse Clinics!

Clinics will be held September 19 and October 10 from 10:30–11:30 AM at Indian Trail High School.

No experience or equipment is needed—these clinics are a fun, no-pressure opportunity for kids to try lacrosse, learn the basics, and see what the Raptors program is all about. Families may attend one or both clinics.

Register for Raptors Lacrosse Clinic.

Learn more about Kenosha Raptors Youth Lacrosse.

Event Contact: Amber Pierce | vp@kenosharaptors.com | 224-430-0143

Space/Life Science Day (Sept. 25)

-posted Aug. 27, 2026

Space Life Science Day is an immersive STEM experience designed to spark curiosity and empower students to explore how biology, biotechnology, engineering, and space research intersect. Through hands‑on activities, demonstrations, and expert talks, students gain exposure to real tools, real science, and real career pathways.

This event connects students with educators, researchers, and industry leaders to spark curiosity and inspire Wisconsin’s next generation of innovators. Space is limited to 200-300 students in grades 7-12, with first-come, first-served registration.

DATE: Friday, Sept. 25,
LOCATION: Kenosha Innovation Center, 5522 26th Ave.

Register at Kivi Bio or email at info@kivibio.com.

Kids Night Out at the Wisconsin Humane Society Racine Campus (Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 20, Dec. 11)

-posted Aug. 27, 2026

Join us at the Wisconsin Humane Society Racine Campus for Kids Night Out! What better way to end the week than by making friends with other animal enthusiasts and meeting animal guests? Kids Night Out is for kids in grades 1-6 and provides an opportunity for parents or guardians to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time at WHS. Themes and crafts are always changing, so even if you’ve attended before, there will be something new to enjoy!

Kids Night Out takes place one Friday each month from 5-7 p.m. at the Racine Campus, located at 8900 16th Street, Mount Pleasant, 53177.

Register:

Please reach out to racyouthprograms@wihumane.org or call 262-554-6699 ext. 6014 with any questions!

Fall Fun Fest at Pringle Nature Center (Sept. 26)

-posted Aug. 27, 2026

Pringle Nature Center’s Fall Fun Fest will be on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate the beginning of fall with nature activities, live music, food, and community organizations.

Admission and all activities are FREE: you are invited to this family-friendly event to see all that Pringle Nature Center and our community has to offer!

More information: Fall Fun Fest at Pringle Nature Center

Embrace Grace 12 Week Program (Aug. 5 – Oct. 21)

-posted Aug. 13, 2026

The Embrace Grace 12 Week Program is a church based support group designed for single and pregnant young women 15-29 facing an unplanned pregnancy. It offers a judgment free, loving community where participants receive emotional, spiritual, and practical support to help them navigate this life changing journey.

The purpose is to love, encourage, and uplift single and pregnant women and their families, with hope, grace, and dignity, helping participants realize they can have their baby and their dreams too.

The curriculum is Bible based, focusing on God’s grace and love as a source of strength and healing. Week by week themes such as Introduction, Expect, Realize, Perceive, Trust, Reveal, Awake, Defend, Free, Transform, Grace Baby Shower, Princess Day, Celebration of Life. The 12 weeks program is from August 5, 2026, to October 21, 2026, from 6:00PM to 7:30 PM at the Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy (KELA), 2222 63rd Street, Kenosha, WI 53143. The baby shower is October 23, 2026.

To register go to: Embrace Grace, Find a location: enter Kenosha. Click first group option: Embrace Grace at Lively Stone Church. Click: Join the group. It will take you to a section: Fill out the form to join a program. Here enter all your information and submit. Hope to see you there!

October

Indian Trail Cheer Culver’s Fundraising Night (Oct. 5)

-posted Sept. 4, 2026

Come hungry and help support the Indian Trail Cheer Booster Club & Indian Trail High School Cheer Team! 📣✨

📅 Monday, October 5
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Culver’s – 8124 Sheridan Rd, Kenosha

Grab your favorite ButterBurger, cheese curds, Concrete Mixer and more! 🍔🍟🍦 Culver’s will donate a percentage of sales back to Indian Trail Cheer!

🎟️ PLUS — we’ll have raffles and fun throughout the night!

Bring your family, invite your friends, grab some dinner and help support our Hawks! Every purchase helps! 💜🖤🤍

GO HAWKS! 🦅📣

Special Needs Trunk-or-Treat (Oct. 25)

-posted Aug. 27, 2026

Tender Touch Therapy and Medical Support Services will be hosting the 2026 Special Needs Trunk-or-Treat. This is a Halloween event designed to provide a safe, accessible experience for kids with special needs, but is open to everyone in the community! Bring the whole family for an afternoon of costumes, candy, and community. Volunteers needed to help set up event (great opportunity for students to complete their required hours)!

November

RecPlex Winter Hoops (begins Nov. 7)

-posted Aug. 27, 2026

  • Saturday mornings from November 7 through January 30.
  • Teams will practice 1x per week
  • Grades: 1st – 6th grade
  • 3rd – 6th grade will have evaluations November 2 and 3
  • Boys and girls divisions available
  • Registration closes Oct. 21
  • Price: $110 members, $140 non-members

Register for Winter Hoops

Indian Trail Cheer Culver’s Fundraising Night (Nov. 30)

-posted Sept. 4, 2026

📣🍔 CULVER’S SHARE NIGHT IS BACK! 💜🖤

Skip cooking and join us for another Indian Trail Cheer Booster Club Share Night! 🦅📣

📅 Monday, November 30, 2026
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Culver’s — 8124 Sheridan Rd, Kenosha

Come grab your favorite ButterBurger, cheese curds, Concrete Mixer and more while supporting Indian Trail Cheer! 🍔🍟🍦

💜 Culver’s will donate a percentage of sales back to Indian Trail Cheer!
🎟️ Raffles & fun throughout the evening!

Bring your family, tell your friends, grab dinner and help us support our amazing Hawks! Every meal helps! 🦅💜🖤

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING INDIAN TRAIL CHEER! 📣 GO HAWKS!

Ongoing

Mathnasium of Pleasant Prairie – Build Math Confidence This School Year

-posted Sept. 4, 2026

Mathnasium of Pleasant Prairie is now enrolling students for the 2026–2027 school year!

Whether your child needs to catch up, keep up, or get ahead, our customized learning plans help students strengthen their math skills, build confidence, and succeed in the classroom.

🍎 School-Year Math Programs

  • Customized learning plans based on each student’s needs
  • Experienced, caring math instructors
  • Homework help and school support
  • Flexible school-year membership options
  • Convenient after-school and Sunday hours
  • Programs for students of all skill levels

🎯 Start with a FREE Math Skills Assessment!
The assessment helps us identify your child’s strengths and learning gaps so we can recommend the school-year program that best fits their needs.

📍 Mathnasium of Pleasant Prairie
6935 75th Street, Suite D
Kenosha, WI 53142

📞 262-484-4511
✉️ pleasantprairie@mathnasium.com

Building Our Future Reading Resource Hub

-posted Aug. 27, 2026

The Reading Resource Hub connects families, educators, and community members with local programs and services that build reading skills at every age. From free to low-cost literacy programs, explore resources for children in Kenosha County and connect with community partners dedicated to reading.

Reading Resource Hub

Our Village Network – No Family Should Face Crisis Alone

-posted Aug. 13, 2026

Our Village Network is a Kenosha-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and families experiencing financial hardship, crisis, or other difficult circumstances. Currently, they can service up to 100 families per month.

Items include:

  • Hygiene Kits – Essential personal-care and hygiene items for children and families who may not have consistent access to them.
  • Birthday Kits – Birthday essentials that help ensure financial hardship doesn’t prevent a child from feeling seen and celebrated on their birthday.
  • Empowerment Kits – Thoughtfully assembled kits designed to provide comfort, encouragement, and practical support to children and families experiencing difficult circumstances.

To request support, simply go to Our Village Network and click “Request Support”.

If you are able and interested in donating to help serve more families, you can go to their Amazon Wishlist. Every donation goes directly to a family in need.

English Language Learning for adults

-posted Aug. 13, 2026

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.

Register for the orientation class on Kenosha Campus at the Student Services Center, 3520 30th Ave, Kenosha 53144. Open 8am-6pm Monday and Tuesday and 8am-4pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

For Kenosha ELL call Debra Solomon 262-564-2496 or email solomond@gtc.edu. Learn more at gtc.edu/ELL

Se habla español.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Resource

-posted July 14, 2026

Sleep in Heavenly Peace offers beds free of charge to children ages 3 to 17 who do not have a proper bed of their own. Beds are delivered complete with mattresses, bedding and pillows. No demographic or financial need documentation is required. Learn more or request a bed at shpbeds.org

This resource is provided year-round as beds and volunteers are available.

Kenosha County Needs More Local Foster Homes

-posted July 14, 2026

School can be the one constant in a child’s life during times of change. When children enter foster care, being able to remain in their home school or school district helps keep them grounded and connected to the teachers, friends, and support systems they know. These familiar connections can make a meaningful difference during a time of uncertainty.

Could your home be the one that helps a child stay connected to their school and community?

Sports Physicals at Kenosha Urgicare

-posted April 22, 2026

Contact Community Impact Programs Foster Care to learn more or begin your foster care journey today. Call: 262-654-1004, Option 3

We welcome any student who needs a sports physical for school sports.

  • We are available for when students are unable to see their primary and/or do not have a primary care physician
  • We do a general Physical that follows the school district’s guidelines (eye exam, vitals, physical ability, etc.)
  • Paperwork for the physical is provided at the facility if needed by the patient

Availability for Physicals throughout the week:

  • Mon-Thur: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 2-30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • Sat: 10:30 a.m to 2:30 p.m.