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 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.
Active Parenting: Embrace the Joy of Parenting – Sept. 24 – Oct. 29
-posted Aug. 30, 2024
Active Parenting is a six-week course designed to help educate parents and caregivers raise responsible, cooperative children. This course will be presented in both English and Spanish sessions. An optional family meal is served at 5:30 and free childcare is provided. .
- Active Parenting: Embrace the Joy of Parenting
- Tuesday, September 24, 2024 – October 29, 2024
- 6 – 7:15 p.m. (with optional family meal served at 5:30 p.m.)
- Location TBD
Balanced Bites: Healthy Plate, Healthy You! – Sept. 26
-posted Aug. 30, 2024
Families are invited to join Emily Riedler, KUSD’s Director of Food Service, for this fun, interactive event! Learn about our district meal program, healthy snack options, and much more!
- Balanced Bites: Healthy Plate, Healthy You!
- Thursday, September 26, 2024
- 6-7 p.m.
- Washington Middle School, 2600 50th St.
Tennis Camp – Sept. 7
-posted Aug. 26, 2024
Students are invited to the KUSD Theater Tennis Camp on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Bullen Middle School, 2804 39th Ave. Participants will learn the fundamentals of tennis based on age and skill level.
The cost is $25, and all proceeds will help support the KUSD theater program. , or contact Angela Konicki at akonicki@kusd.edu for further information.
Girl Scouts at KSOL
-posted Aug. 23, 2024
- Join Girl Scouts at KSOL and meet new friends!
- Troop meetings are held twice a month on the 2nd & 4th Thursday* of each month (starting September 26, 2024 and ending in May 2025).
- Meetings start at 3:10 PM (after school dismissal) and end at 4:30 PM.
- 2024-2025 Troop Meeting Schedule
- 2024: September 26, October 10, October 24, November 14, December 12
- 2025: January 9, January 23, February 13, March 13, March 27, April 10, May 8, May 22
- More information: Girls Scouts at KSOL flyer (PDF)
Holiday House Coat & Toy Giveaway
-posted Aug. 23, 2024
- Families with children can receive FREE Winter Coat, Toy, and Food
- Registration begins August 19
- Event dates:
- Winter Wraps Coat Distribution: October 21-25, 2024
- Christmas Toy & Food Distribution: December 16-20, 2024
- More information: Holiday House flyer (PDF)
Lance Cheer Kids Camp – Sept. 27
-posted Aug. 16, 2024
Students K-5 are invited to attend the Lance Cheer Camp clinic and performance.
- Cost: $35 (includes camp, snack, and t-shirt)
- Grades K-5 only
- Camp Clinic:
- When: Friday, 9/27, 5-8 p.m.
- Where: Lance Middle School
- Performance:
- When: Wednesday, 10/2 at 4:30 p.m.
- Where: Ameche field
- (Deadline: 9/12/24)
- Checks payable to: Lance Middle School
- Questions: contact Marcie Peura at mpeura@kusd.edu or 262-359-2240
Join the KUSD Family – Now Hiring Substitute Teachers
-posted Aug. 14, 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.
Women’s Volleyball League – Fall 2024
-posted Aug. 9, 2024
- For women 18 years of age or older
- 6-8 players per team
- Max of 8 teams/night
- $280/TEAM DUE SEP 9
- POWER LEAGUE
- Mondays at Mahone Middle School, 6900 69th Ave.
- Sept. 9 – Nov. 25
- RECREATION LEAGUE
- Tuesdays at Lance Middle School, 4515 80th St.
- Sept. 10 – Nov. 26
- QUESTIONS? Contact Keith at 262-359-6385
- – beginning on Aug. 26 at 8 a.m.
Tremper Cheer Camp – Sept. 18-19
-posted Aug. 1, 2024
Tremper High School invites children ages 5-12 to participate in a Youth Cheer Camp Sept. 18-19 from 5-7 p.m. Participants will learn cheers, dance, and stunting to perform during a half-time routine at the Sept. 20 varsity football game. Questions? Contact Coach Martinez at bmartine@teachers.kusd.edu
Free Coloring Books from the Kenosha Fire Department
-posted March 22, 2024
The KFDiversity and Recruitment Committee invites elementary students to learn about becoming a professional firefighter through the exploration of these fun coloring books available in English and Spanish! Check them out and learn more about this rewarding career opportunity today.