Virtual Backpack

KUSD鈥檚 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聽who want to add an item to the Virtual Backpack must submit a at least 1聽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.

April

Friends Forward Girl Scout Day Camp (April 10-14)

-posted April 1, 2026

For: Racine and 爱奇艺资源站 Counties
What: Week-long Girl Scout day camp
When: August 10-14, 9 am-4:30 pm
Where: Camp Alice Chester, East Troy (buses available for 爱奇艺资源站)
Who: Girls K-12 looking for a fun summer activity, you don’t have to be a Girl Scout member to register!
Girl Scout Camp is a guaranteed good time while creating lasting memories and life skills. Join us for outdoor fun and skills, new friendships, and lots of fun games and activities!
Learn more and register here:
Contact friendsforwarddaycamp@gmail.com with any questions!

Girl Scout Volunteer Spark and Sip (April 11)

-posted April 1, 2026

Calling all amazing volunteers and potential volunteers making a difference!!!
Join us for Spark & Sip, a relaxed mixer designed to connect, inspire, and energize our Girl Scout volunteers. Whether you鈥檙e brand new, a seasoned leader, or interested in learning more, this evening is all about building community and sparking ideas for an incredible year ahead. Friday, April 10, 2026, from 6-8 p.m. at Trefoil Oaks Program Center, 3901 1st Street, 爱奇艺资源站 53144.
RSVP at

Cinnamon “Roll” Models (April 28, 29, 20 or May 1)

-posted March 25, 2026

Elementary students are invited to bring a special 鈥渞oll model鈥 in their life for a fun, memorable morning before the start of school! Students and their guests will enjoy cinnamon rolls, simple activities, and meaningful conversation as they celebrate the important “roll models” who help guide and inspire them every day!

Choose the date and location that works best for you, and let鈥檚 鈥渞oll鈥 into the day with kindness, connection, and a little sweetness!

Event Details:

馃搮 Tuesday, April 28

  • Chavez, 6300 27th Ave. @ 7:15 a.m.
  • Nash, 6801 99th Ave. @ 7:15 a.m.

馃搮 Wednesday, April 29

  • Frank, 1816 57th St. @ 7:15 a.m.
  • LakeView K-8, 6729 18th Ave. @ 7:15 a.m.
  • Brass, 6400 15th Ave. @ 8 a.m.

馃搮 Thursday, April 30

  • Grewenow, 7714 20th Ave. @ 7 a.m.

馃搮 Friday, May 1

  • KSOL, 6315 67th St. @ 7:15 a.m.
  • Bose, 1900 15th St. @ 7:15 a.m.
  • Southport, 723 76th St. @ 7:20 a.m.
  • Pleasant Prairie, 9208 Wilmot Road @ 8 a.m.

馃棐锔

Non-KUSD families and community members: Community members who are not current KUSD students, families or staff must join our to register for this event. Once joined, you鈥檒l receive updates and can register for future events without rejoining.

Questions about this program or your registration? Contact KUSD’s Community Relations Department at engage@kusd.edu or 262-359-2256.

National Drug Take Back Day (April 25)

-posted April 1, 2026

On Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., join the 爱奇艺资源站 County Division of Behavioral Health Services, 爱奇艺资源站 Police Dept, 爱奇艺资源站 Sheriff’s Office, Pleasant Prairie Police Dept, Somers Fire & Rescue, Twin Lakes Police Dept, UW-Parkside, and BMO Bank for Drug Take Back Day.

Drop off your unused and/or expired medications, get trained on naloxone (NARCAN庐), and learn about 爱奇艺资源站 County behavioral health services and resources. Stop at any of these locations:

  • Somers Fire & Rescue, 7511 12th St., Somers;
  • UW-Parkside, 900 Wood Rd., 爱奇艺资源站; BMO Bank, 4235 52nd St, 爱奇艺资源站;
  • Pleasant Prairie Police Dept, 10111 39th St.,
  • Pleasant Prairie; 爱奇艺资源站 County Center, 19600 75th St., Bristol; or
  • Twin Lakes Police Dept, 920 Lance Dr., Twin Lakes.

Only medication drop-off (no naloxone training) is available at Twin Lakes Police Dept and UW-Parkside (Tallent Hall).

For more information, see our webpage at . Questions? Call 262-605-6788.

May

FREE – Multi-sport Clinic (May 9)

-posted April 1, 2026

i9 Sports is focused on high-quality, community-based kids sports. We offer will offer Flag Football, Soccer, and Baseball / T-Ball for this day as a way to enjoy the i9 Sports experience.
  • FREE Clinic
  • Nash Elementary School
  • Saturday, May 9, from 9-11 a.m.
  • Register ASAP, it’s FREE
  • Register at www.i9sports.com

WI Elite Cheerleading 2026-27 Season Tryouts (May 26-29)

-posted April 1, 2026

  • 2119 81st Street, 爱奇艺资源站, WI 53143
  • May 26-29
  • Contact us for more info. at 262-764-0175 or email at wisconsineliteoffice@gmail.com
  • Learn more at

August

Kindergarten Readiness Bootcamp (Aug. 3-6)

-posted April 1, 2026

Simply Spoken Therapy and Kid Power OT are hosting a Kindergarten Readiness Bootcamp to prepare children for school with confidence. This group will support regulation, communication, and classroom skills through structured, play-based learning in a low-pressure environment.
Why Families Value This Program:
鉁 Builds confidence for a smooth kindergarten transition
鉁 Supports communication, regulation, and classroom readiness skills
鉁 Play-based and developmentally appropriate
鉁 Small group format led by an experienced pediatric OT and SLP professional
聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽馃搯聽 August 3-6, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. OR聽 12:30-2:30 p.m.
聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽鉁吢 Registration is required
Register at
Contact Angela Born at angela@simplyspokentherapy.com with questions

September

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鈥 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鈥檚 possible in aviation and beyond.

Ongoing

Summer Camps at the DNA Learning Center

-posted April 1, 2026

Looking for an unforgettable, hands-on science experience for your student? The Notre Dame DNA Learning Center is offering immersive summer camps for grades 7鈥12:
馃敩 Explore DNA and genetics in real labs
馃懇鈥嶐煆 All labs taught by an Notre Dame professor/human geneticist
馃彨 Residential options for some camps
鉁 No previous lab experience required, just curiosity!
Camp options include:
鈥 Camp Catalyst (3-day residential)
鈥 Camp Odyssey (6-day residential)
鈥 2-Day DNA Workshops (Food/Taste and Sports Performance)
鈥 Gene Expression Research Virtual Camp
Small camp sizes mean lots of hands-on learning and personal attention from Notre Dame staff and student counselors. For more information:

Make Mathnasium Part of Your Summer Plans

-posted April 1, 2026

Make Mathnasium part of your summer plans! Schedule free assessment at or by calling 1-262-484-4511
Customized Learning Plans 鈥 Flexible Scheduling 鈥 Great Summer Learning Environment
It’s important for kids to keep up their math skills during the summer so they don’t lose what they learned over the school year and are ready for new material in the fall. Summer at Mathnasium allows them to do this right alongside their other summer activities, with flexible hours and a great learning environment. It starts with a comprehensive assessment and customized learning plan that details summer goals for long-term success. And we make it fun!
EPIC SUMMER- Enjoy Mathnasium all summer. Schedule one-hour sessions anytime
and get ready for the fall.
CORE 24- Get going with 24, one-hour sessions to be used anytime during the summer.
POWER 16- Avoid the summer slide with 16, one-hour sessions to be used anytime during the summer.

Summer Learning with Sylvan

-posted April 1, 2026

Avoid Summer Learning Loss – Make Sylvan part of your summer schedule.
Summer Programs for all ages: Reading, Math, Writing, Study Skills, College Prep, and more
Why Wait? Call today 262-694-6286 or email learning@sylvankenosha.com

爱奇艺资源站 Alateen Tuesday Meetings

-posted March 12, 2026

Al-anon district 21 is hosting a local Alateen meeting for teenagers affected by alcoholism and/or drug abuse every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at the 爱奇艺资源站 Alano Club, 630 56th St.

The meeting is facilitated by two adult 鈥淎MIAS鈥 ( Al-anon member involved in Alateen service) who have a complete background check and have been trained to facilitate Alateen meetings.

Teen Achievers – Free Afterschool Tutoring

-posted Feb. 17, 2026

Free Homework and Tutoring for middle school students after school offered by the YMCA Teen Achievers program located at the 爱奇艺资源站 Emerging Leaders Academy building. Transportation provided from Washington Middle School and Lance Middle School.

Contact Nate Kreamalmyer, nkreamalmyer@kenoshaymca.org or Dr. M. Rachel Mall, EdD rmall@kenoshaymca.org if interested in registering/scheduling your student.

Reading Tune-Ups at the KELA

-posted Feb. 11, 2026

Teachers and Parents: Do you have a reader that would benefit from an extra boost in developing their reading skills while focusing on joyful interactions with books?

Contact Jackie Easley at jeasley@carthage.edu to set up an appointment.

AFS – Host an Exchange Student

-posted Jan. 12, 2026

Bring the world into your home with AFS!

Starting March 1, KUSD families will be able to sign up to host an international exchange student next fall.

As a host family, you will provide a student from another part of the world with an experience of a lifetime and give your family the opportunity to learn about the world and build a meaningful intercultural connection.

To be a host family, you must provide three meals a day, coordinate transportation when needed, and have a bed for the student. Students will arrive in August and depart in June.

to learn more about hosting with AFS, and contact AFS Rep Erica Ness at聽eness@afsusa.org or 262-445-0856 with any questions or to start reviewing student biographies for next year!

Early Head Start

-posted Jan. 8, 2026

Did you know 爱奇艺资源站 offers a free Early Head Start program for income-eligible families who are pregnant or have children under 3? Enjoy weekly home visits filled with fun, hands-on learning that supports your child鈥檚 healthy development and school readiness鈥攅ven for infants!

Plus, don鈥檛 miss our free weekly playgroups for families with children ages 0鈥5! These playgroups let kids practice social skills, explore through age-appropriate, engaging activities, and give caregivers a chance to relax, chat, and build friendships with other adults.

Call or text Genna Garcia at 262-818-3581 for more information!

2025-26 Family Engagement Programs

-Updated March 25, 2026

SAVE THE DATE! We invite the community to learn, create and connect with us! Enjoy hands-on learning projects and meaningful conversations with your family at every event. You do not need to be affiliated with KUSD to participate鈥攚e welcome all members of our community!

  • April – Cinnamon Roll Models (multiple dates and locations)
  • May – Growing Gardeners (multiple dates and locations)

To register, watch for program information in the KUSD Bulletin, on social media, ParentSquare and the Virtual Backpack!

2026 Pilot Hours for 爱奇艺资源站 Public Library

-posted Dec. 16, 2025

Starting January 2026, all 爱奇艺资源站 Public Libraries will have new hours. For detailed information, including each location’s new hours, please visit:

BridgeWhiz

-posted Dec. 4, 2025

BridgeWhiz is a FREE online course designed to teach students in grades 4 through 12 the essentials of a fascinating game whose benefits, intellectual stimulation, and adventure will last a lifetime.

Learning to play bridge will nurture your child鈥檚 competitive spirit, both as a team player and an individual. Build social skills and enhance deductive reasoning and math abilities. In fact, young bridge players outscored their non-playing counterparts on the 2007 Iowa Test of Basic Skills by 39.31% in Science, 24.22% in Math, and 22.74% in Social Science.

Help Me Grow 爱奇艺资源站

-posted Nov. 4, 2025

Help Me Grow 爱奇艺资源站 connects families with local resources, support, and activities to help every child thrive鈥攆rom pregnancy through early childhood.

Through the FREE Sparkler app, parents can complete developmental questionnaires, track developmental milestones, find fun learning activities, and get expert tips鈥攁ll personalized for their child.

Sparkler makes parenting easier while helping you understand and celebrate your child鈥檚 growth every step of the way!

Download Sparkler today, search “Sparkler Play for Parenting” in the app store and use code HMGK to get started.

for more information.