SEMESTER 2 FINAL EXAM DATES AND DISMISSAL TIMES

Exam Dates:

• June 3, Periods 1, 3, and 5 - 1:14PM dismissal.
• June 4, Periods 2, 4, and 6 - 1:14PM dismissal.
• June 5, Periods 7 and 8 - 10:55AM dismissal.

Badger Students - Please make sure you arrive on time, prepared and ready to finish the year strong!

Final Exam Reminders:

All students are required to take their final exams during their assigned class periods on our scheduled final exam days. Students may not take their exams early. Students will remain in class for the duration of the class, regardless of when they finish their final. Classrooms cannot be disrupted to call students out for appointments or to leave early.

Exempted Finals: Students exempted from finals will be marked accordingly, so there is no need to call your student out for their exempted final.

Mark Your Calendar!

In-Person Registration

Date: Monday, August 3, 2026

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Location: Badger Commons and Library

All students should plan to attend.

What to Bring & Do:

✓ Take your school picture & receive your ID

✓ Complete online registration (if not done)

✓ Pay fees and fines

✓ Get your schedule

✓ Pick up your locker assignment and tour your classes

✓ Freshmen only: Pick up your ChromeBook

✓ Purchase parking pass

✓ Buy Badger Spirit Wear and Senior shirts

✓ Meet with your counselor

✓ Confirm athletics participation

✓ Deposit lunch money

✓ Visit the nurse (if needed)

Staff will be available to answer questions and help guide you through each station.

Fees:

Student/Material Fee: $90.00

Freshmen PE T-Shirt: $10.00

How to Pay:

Credit card: During online registration (click the balance icon, then "Make a Payment")

Cash or check: During in-person registration

If You Can't Attend In-Person Registration

Your schedule will be available for pick up in the main office, starting August 4th, once online registration is complete and fees have been paid.

Questions?

Contact Badger Main Office: (262) 348-2000

Tree House Child and Family Center: Positive Behavior Strategies – Free Virtual Training

Open to parents, primary caregivers, educators, and youth-serving professionals! Topics in this one-hour virtual workshop include:

– How to help prevent challenging behaviors from occurring

– How to understand the acting-out cycle and when to intervene

– How to give effective instructions to improve listening

– How to promote self-regulation skills and guidelines for screen time

Choose the virtual training date that works best for you!

Each workshop will take place on a Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 pm:

June 16 • July 14 • August 11 • September 22

Advance registration required: https://bit.ly/THPBS2026. 

Presented in partnership by Dr. Brooke Winchell and the Tree House.

We’re excited to share that our school boards have approved the 2026-2027 school year family calendar. Families can now review key dates and plan ahead for the upcoming year.

 View the full calendar here: https://bit.ly/4pYIGuO

June 3

• Final Exams, Periods 1, 3 and 5, 1:14PM Dismissal
• Mandatory Graduation Practice in PE Center 1:30PM

June 4

• Final Exams, Periods 2, 4 and 6, 1:14PM Dismissal

June 5

• Final Exams, Periods 7 and 8, 10:55AM Dismissal

June 7

• Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony 11:00AM

August 1

• PowerSchool Opens for Online Registration

August 3

• 2026-2027 In Person Registration 1:00PM to 7:00PM

September 1

• 1st Day Freshmen Only

September 2

• 1st Day Grades 10-12, All Students Attend

Driver Education Grant Program

Wisconsin DMV continues to develop the relaunches of the Driver Education Grant program with funding approved in the 2025-2027 biennial budget. Portions of this funding have begun to be released in a quarterly fashion. 

The Driver Education Grant Program provides grants to cover driver education tuition costs for 30 hours of classroom coursework, six hours of observation, and six hours of behind-the-wheel training for eligible students on a first-come, first-served basis. Students who qualify for free or reduced lunch through the National School Lunch Program, have not previously held a driver’s license, and who are between 14.5 and 19 years old may apply for the Driver Education Grant Program.



Students, parents, and all those who may be interested in a notification closer to the time of the launch can sign up with their email at: Wisconsin Department of Transportation Driver Education Grant Program. 

Direct Admit

Direct Admit Wisconsin is an initiative by the Universities of Wisconsin to proactively offer admission to qualifying high school students in between their junior and senior years of high school. Direct admission removes the traditional application process and instead uses data provided by the high school to admit students to universities.

You may be wondering, how can I be eligible to be a part of this Direct Admit Program? Well, you must be enrolled in a participating school district and opt to participate in the program.

Then, if you are on track to complete the credits required for admission – 4 units of English, 3 units of approved math, 3 units of social science, 3 units of natural science, and 4 additional academic units – you will receive an admission offer through Direct Admit Wisconsin. Each participating UW university has its own GPA and course requirements. Students are matched with participating UW universities using progress towards graduation, whether they are on track to complete the required credits for admission to the Universities of Wisconsin and their unweighted cumulative GPA. Check the Direct Admit website to view participating Wisconsin Universities and gather more information!

https://www.wisconsin.edu/direct-admissions/

Parchment and Transcript Requests

All students who are looking to order a transcript should make sure that they have an account set up through Parchment.com. If you have not already done so and are unsure about how to set up an account, you can stop by the Counseling Center to grab some printed instructions. If you are ordering a transcript before June 13th, please select the “hold for grades” option before placing an order.

Summer Recovery

Badger High School offers Summer School for credit recovery. During summer school, students can make up 0.5 credit in either math or English, helping them stay closer to graduation requirements. You should have already received information on how to sign your student up for summer school. If you have not, please send your student to the Counseling Center for a signup sheet. It is extremely important that students take advantage of these opportunities and avoid falling behind. The earlier we intervene, the more likely your student can get back on track and avoid getting into an academic situation that becomes difficult to recover from.

PSAT for the 2026-27 School Year 

The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) offers valuable opportunities for our 10th and 11th grade students beyond just practicing for the ACT in the Junior Year. For 11th graders, strong PSAT performance can qualify them for prestigious National Merit Scholarship recognition, opening doors to significant college scholarships and academic honors. Both grade levels benefit from the detailed score reports that highlight strengths and areas for improvement, helping students focus their ACT/SAT preparation efforts. The test also connects high-achieving students with college and career planning resources through the College Board's Student Search Service, where universities can reach out with information about programs and scholarships. Additionally, the PSAT provides early exposure to the college-readiness benchmarks and question formats students will encounter on the ACT, making it an excellent low-stakes opportunity to familiarize themselves with standardized testing expectations. We encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this valuable stepping stone toward their college and career goals. Interested in more information or want to sign up? Contact Robert Riley (School Counselor - Students A-Do) robert.riley@badger.k12.wi.us

Summer is a great time for reading! Even though Badger Library is closed for the summer, students in grades 9-11can stop by before they leave to check out books. We ask that they enjoy them and return them to the library on the first day of the 2026-27 school year. Our ebook, audiobook, and emagazine platform SORA is available 24/7. Students can find more information on how to access SORA on the library website. Badger Library wishes everyone a fun, bookish summer!

DISCOVER, LEARN, AND HAVE FUN WITH BADGER COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Looking to learn a new skill, explore a hobby, stay active, or just have a blast? Badger Community Education has you covered! We offer a wide range of affordable classes and activities for all ages — from fitness and wellness to arts, crafts, cooking, and more. Whether you're trying something for the first time, building on existing talents, or simply looking for a good time, there's something for everyone!

Check out everything we offer and sign up today at Badger Community Education. Let’s keep learning, growing, and having fun — together!

BULLYING, HARASSMENT, SCHOOL SAFETY REPORTING

If you have information regarding bullying, harassment, or other non-emergency school safety concerns and would like to report this information, please click here to learn more, fill out a school-specific reporting form to the best of your knowledge, and submit it.

COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL

Whom do I contact with a question or suggestion? 

Lake Geneva Schools’ communication protocols help promote direct, open, and respectful interactions so that we can quickly and efficiently resolve problems and concerns. The communication protocol starts with the staff member closest to the situation, as that person usually has the most information. However, at times, additional personnel are required to resolve specific concerns. Click here for more information and to view the Lake Geneva Schools Communication Matrix.

TEXT ALERT SIGN UP

Lake Geneva Schools has the ability to use SMS (text) messaging as another communication channel to share important information with families and staff regarding school closures or changes to the school day schedule. Federal law requires recipients to opt-in to receive such messages.

How can I opt-in to receive text messages?

📱Text the word “YES” or Y to 67587 from each wireless device on which you wish to receive texts.

📱Confirm that all text device numbers you wish to receive messages on are listed in your contact information: Families – verify that your cell phone is your primary phone number in your PowerSchool parent portal.

More information: https://bit.ly/4g2dhTb  

UNSUNG HEROES

Lake Geneva Schools is proud to have the most dedicated teachers and staff! Now’s your chance to recognize a teacher or staff member who has made a meaningful difference in your life, your student’s journey, or your family’s experience. Share your appreciation, and we’ll spotlight these "Unsung Heroes" on our website, social media channels, and personally deliver your message to them. Let’s come together to celebrate the incredible people who make Lake Geneva Schools so special! #LakeGenevaSchools #E3LG

Click here to recognize a teacher or staff member: https://bit.ly/46hoMD1



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