Volume 3 | Issue 4 | September 7 , 2018
District News
Volunteer Crossing Guards Needed
We are in need of parent volunteers to be crossing guards. Help us keep our learners safe and contact Mike Williamson at mwilliamson@whitnall.com or 414-525-8403.
New Traffic Patterns
Last year, we unfortunately had three incidents in which a student or crossing guard was hit at or near the intersection of Edgerton Avenue and 116th Street. We asked for cooperation in paying extra close attention to pedestrian and vehicle traffic around WMS and WHS.  

This year, we made changes to WMS bus and parent pick-up/drop-off to alleviate the congestion of traffic at the four-way stop at Edgerton Avenue and 116th Street. We also have added a crossing guard at the crosswalk by the WHS marquee sign. Those changes have been working but we feel a few more changes can improve the traffic safety.

Starting immediately, the north lane of the WHS entrance by the marquee will be blocked for outgoing traffic from 7:30 - 8:00 AM and then again from 2:30 - 3:15 PM . There will be barricades at this lane during these times. Traffic exiting this entrance at this time creates a hazard at the crosswalk if going north and a bottleneck if going south. Traffic will be allowed to enter at this entrance from 116th Street. Students and staff who are leaving during this time will need to exit the primary exit in front of the WHS lobby or the exit by the pool.  

We will be painting pedestrian lines in the WHS parking lot to control pedestrian traffic in the parking lot to and from the building. Students and staff should stay in the pedestrian lines at all times and be attentive to traffic. Starting Monday, September 10, pedestrian traffic should plan to use the pedestrian walks in the parking lot.


School Safety Parent Learning Academy
If you were unable to attend Wednesday's Parent Learning Academy on school safety, you can review the presentation here !
Fall Assessments
Fall progress assessments will begin next week at Whitnall. While the dates span multiple weeks, your individual student(s) will only be testing for one or two days during that time. The exact dates of testing for your child’s class may be obtained by contacting their classroom teacher. Students will be taking one or more of the following exams. Click the name of each test to be taken to the parent information site for that test.

Grades 1 & 2 : Sept. 10-24
Sept 10 - 27
Measures of Academic Progress (MAP): K-5 (Math) | 2-5 (Reading):
Sept 10 - 26
STAR Reading & STAR Math:   6th - 10th Grade:
Sept 10 - 25

Here is a great article outlining what you can do as parents to help make the testing experience a positive one for your child. If you have any questions about the fall assessment process, please contact Amy Stenzel, Whitnall Data and Assessment Coordinator: astenzel@whitnall.com 414-525-8515.
Hales Corners Library
If you would like to stay up to date on the happenings at the Hales Corners Library , subscribe to their newsletter ! And find below a list of upcoming programs.

Wake Up Call
On September 29, The Hales Corners Health Department is presenting “Wake Up Call”--an interactive display for parents and educators showing red flags which can signal risky behaviors by teens (and preteens) like drug and/or alcohol abuse. Click here for the flyer.
Whitnall High School
Daily Announcements
Did you know that you can see the daily announcements on our website? Check them out here !
Congratulations!
Congratulations to the varsity football team on their first win of the season last night! Check out some photos here !
Test Results
Aspire and Forward test results will be distributed to students next week Monday during their Falcon Time at the end of the day. Aspire results will be distributed to grades 10 & 11, while Forward results will be distributed to grades 9 & 11.

Please access the guides below and spend a few moments going over your students' scores with them.


If you have any further questions about these scores, please contact Charley Tollefsen - Principal of WHS or Amy Stenzel - Data and Assessment Coordinator.
Whitnall Middle School
Athletic Registration
Playing a sport at WMS this fall, winter, or spring? All registration materials are available online currently under the STUDENTS tab.
First PTO Meeting
The first WMS PTO meeting of the year is September 12 from 7:00-8:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to engage in our community as well as get information from administration and PTO.
Meet WMS Administration
On September 10, Meet your WMS administration team from 5:00-6:00 PM. Just come in the main doors and administration will help guide you to our meeting spot!
Edgerton Elementary
After School Programs
Mad Science will be offering a 6 week program on Fridays after school beginning on September 21. This program is led by trained instructors and will include topics such as entomology, physics, special effects, geology, and more. For more information and the registration form, click here

Futura Language Professionals will also be offering a Spanish language class on Mondays after school beginning October 15. This will be a 16 week program. Click here for more information.
Test Results
Forward test results will be distributed next week Friday in the students' take-home folders in grades 4 & 5.

The guide below will help you to understand your child's Individual Student Report. Students in grade 4 will receive scores in ELA and Math, while students in 5th grade will receive scores in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. 


If you have any further questions about these scores, please contact Chris D'Acquisto - Principal at Edgerton Elementary or Amy Stenzel - Data and Assessment Coordinator.
Adventure is Calling!
Come and see what Cub Scouts is all about. You are invited to join Pack 574 at Edgerton Elementary on Wednesday, September 12th at 6:30 PM in the main gym. If you have questions, please contact Anne Snieg or Jessie Olin at eespack574@gmail.com
PTO Meeting
The first PTO meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 13 at 7 PM in the EES library. Over the years, the PTO has created a great parent partnership with the EES staff. You are invited to attend the meeting and learn more about our school and volunteer opportunities!
After School Car Pick Up
Please note that there is no left turn allowed into our parking lot from Edgerton Avenue from 3:15 - 3:45 PM. All vehicles should proceed west on Edgerton to the 2nd left after our parking lot, which is W. Woodland Circle. Continue on W. Woodland Circle to return to Edgerton Avenue where you will be able to turn right into the parking lot. In addition, we ask that you do not park on Edgerton Avenue so traffic can keep moving. Thank you for helping to keep our students safe and alleviate the traffic congestion during pick up time.
Hales Corners Elementary
Visiting HCE During the Day?
The Whitnall School District is using a new system to ensure safety of students, staff, and visitors. If you come during school hours to volunteer, pick up, and/or have lunch with your child, you will need to sign in with the receptionist. A driver’s license or photo ID is required in order to sign in electronically and receive a badge. 
Test Results
Forward test results will be distributed next week in the students' take-home folders in grades 4 & 5.

The guide below will help you to understand your child's Individual Student Report. Students in grade 4 will receive scores in ELA and Math, while students in 5th grade will receive scores in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. 


If you have any further questions about these scores, please contact Lori Komas - Principal at Hales Corners Elementary or Amy Stenzel - Data and Assessment Coordinator.
Come See What Scouting is All About
Calling all HCE K5 girls: You're invited to a Girl Scouts S'mores Party and Information Night on Wednesday, September 26, from 6-8 PM in the Ben Hunt Room at the Hales Corners Public Library. Watch your take-home folders for more information.

You are invited to join Pack 598 at Hales Corners Elementary on Wednesday, September 12 at 7 PM in the Big Gymnasium. Boys from K5 to 5th grade are welcome to join. Questions? Contact John Groff at jgroffiii@yahoo.com .
After School Activities
There are a number of after school opportunities for students. Please follow this LINK to registration information for Mad Science and Futura Spanish programs.