Badger High School Announces 2022-2023 Semester 1 Honor/High Honor Roll Students

Badger High School announces the 2022-2023 semester one Honor Rolls. The Honor Rolls are based on grade point average (GPA). Students who earn a GPA of 3.8 or higher will be listed on High Honors. Students who earn at least 3.3 but less than a 3.8 GPA will be listed on Honors. Honor rolls are determined at the end of each semester. 

NFF National High School Academic Excellence Award

Congratulations to the Badger Varsity Football Team! They are 1 of 8 schools in the state of Wisconsin that have been awarded the NFF National High School Academic Excellence Award.

The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame today announced the state winners of the 2022-23 NFF National High School Academic Excellence Awards, which go to the top academic football teams from each level of play within each state. The 60 teams will now vie as finalists for the NFF Hatchell Cup, presented by “The Original” Bob’s Steak & Chop House, which will be announced Feb. 8 and recognizes the top individual high school football team in the nation for excellence in the classroom, on the field and in the community.

Lake Geneva Schools (Badger and Joint #1) is excited to offer students FREE Breakfast beginning on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, through the remainder of the school year as a result of grant funding that the districts have received.  

School breakfast is healthy, convenient, and helps students do well in school. Every student at Badger High School, New Visions Charter School, Lake Geneva Middle School, Star Center Elementary School, Eastview Elementary School, Central-Denison Elementary School, and Maple Park Charter School is eligible to receive a free healthy breakfast at their school each day till the end of the school year for no charge.

We are extremely happy to provide this service to our community. We encourage all students to participate!

Questions? Contact: Jaclyn Sanders - jaclyn.sanders@badger.k12.wi.us - 262-348-1015

Badger DECA Dads and Daughters Dance 

Saturday, March 18th

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Badger High School Main Gym

Pre-K through 5th Grade

$15 per couple, $5 per extra girl

Parents can pre-register online.

Dear Lake Geneva Schools’ Staff, Parents, Students, and Community:

As the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, I am pleased to announce that Lake Geneva Schools will recognize outstanding teachers and staff members for their exceptional work and dedication to our students. Five individuals who have significantly impacted their students and colleagues will be honored at our annual staff banquet in May. The award categories are

1. Teacher of the Year - Lake Geneva Joint #1 School District
2. Teacher of the Year - Lake Geneva - Genoa City Union (Badger) High School District
3. Specials Services Teacher of the Year - Special Services Teachers are those who serve in a capacity other than that of a classroom teacher. Special services roles can include but are not limited to special education, interventionist, speech-language pathologist, school counselor, school psychologist, school nurse, school social worker, etc.
4. Support Staff of the Year - Lake Geneva Joint #1 School District
5. Support Staff of the Year - Lake Geneva - Genoa City Union (Badger) High School District

To nominate a person, please complete this online nomination form and explain why you believe they deserve recognition. Your statement should highlight specific examples of the persons' outstanding work, including their impact on student learning and engagement, their contributions to the school community, and their commitment to ongoing professional development.

I encourage you to nominate a deserving individual for this important recognition. Our schools are filled with talented educators who work tirelessly to support our students, and this award is a way for us to show our appreciation and gratitude. Nominations should be submitted by Monday, March 15th, 2023. 

Sincerely,

Chiper Tennessen 

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

This spring marks the 12th Annual Geneva Lakes Burger Throwdown, an event showcasing the talents of local chefs while raising funds to help grow, and benefit the Badger High School ProStart Culinary program. The Badger ProStart Culinary program offers students the opportunity to earn college credits towards a degree in the foodservice industry, apprenticeship opportunities with area chefs, culinary and management competitions, and industry certifications.  The 12 area chef teams compete to create the best burger! Guests of the event enjoy live music, 12 burger samples, and a chance to vote on their favorite burger. Judges trophies and a People's Choice trophy are awarded to the tastiest burgers in the area! This year's event is May 7th from 12:30pm-3:00pm at the Ridge Hotel in Lake Geneva, with VIP tickets getting in an hour early at 11:30am. The Big Al Wetzel Band will be playing live music for the event, while chefs prepare their creations on Big Green Egg Grills, which guests will have the opportunity to purchase for a discounted price at the event! To purchase your tickets before they are sold out. Visit: https://www.vancoevents.com/BPMD

Academic Bowl 2023

The Badger High School Academic Team had an outstanding performance in the Southern Lakes Conference Academic Bowl on February 13, 2023. The Badger team took 2nd place with an overall score of 860. (1st place - Waterford Score - 868, 2nd place - Badger Score - 860, 3rd place - Westosha Score - 851). There are eight teams in the conference.

Badger Student Selected as National Youth Delegate for Prestigious Conference at George Mason University

Congratulations to Lucy Pether, a Junior at Badger High School! Lucy has been selected to represent Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, as a National Youth Delegate to the 2023 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment at George Mason University.

Lucy joins a select group of 100 students from across the country to participate in an intensive, week-long study of leadership in environmental science and conservation. She was chosen based on academic accomplishments and a demonstrated interest and excellence in leadership in the sciences and conservation studies. 

All colleges, universities, and post-secondary institutions require prospective students and families to complete the FAFSA paperwork in order to qualify for any and all financial aid including student loans, grants, and most scholarships.

Gateway Technical College has added FAFSA Workshops to their schedule due to an increase in demand from local students and families. These events are open to any and all families and students, not just those that plan to attend Gateway. If you need help completing your FAFSA paperwork for the 2023-2024 school year consider attending one of these events.

· March 6th | 4:00PM - 6:00PM | Elkhorn Campus - South Building - Room S112

· March 7th | 4:00PM - 6:00PM | Kenosha Campus - Academic Building - Room A216

· March 9th | 4:00PM - 6:00PM | Racine Campus - Racine Building - Room R201

If you plan to attend one of these workshops Gateway has requested that you bring the following items to better facilitate the application process.

· Accurate Social Security Number for parent(s) / guardian(s) and the student

· FSA ID and Password (if you already have one) or create your FSA ID at studentaid.gov

· Any applicable 2021 Federal Tax Return(s) or Tax Return Transcript(s) from IRS.gov

· Any applicable 2021 W-2 Form(s) or a Wage and Income Transcript from IRS.gov

· 2021 Child Support Paid or Received Totals (or total of any untaxed income received, if applicable)

· Current Value of Assets (including checking, savings, real estate, stocks, and bonds)

Any and all questions regarding this event should be directed to Gateway through one of the following contacts:

· Phone: 1-800-247-7122

· Email: fao@gtc.edu

Gateway - Elkhorn Campus Map

Gateway - Kenosha Campus Map

Gateway - Racine Campus Map

CHANGES IN ACT TESTING

In order to give our students the best possible testing environment for the ACT, we will be making a few positive changes this spring. The ACT will be held on March 7th, 2023, and will be administered electronically using chromebooks. This will be a day for Juniors only; Freshman, Sophomores and Seniors will have no school on this day. 

How will this help your student? There will be no distractions of bells or students in the hallway for passing periods. We will be able to spread our Juniors across more rooms, resulting in a more comfortable testing environment, and reducing testing anxiety. Additionally, all of our teachers will be engaged in an ACT role, allowing for multiple proctors per testing room. This practice helps ensure our testing integrity. 

What has not changed? All Juniors are still required by the state to take the ACT.

We will also be using this same format for the PreACT Secure test taken by the Freshman and Sophomore students. This is the former ACT Aspire test. The PreACT Secure will be held on April 18th, 2023. Juniors and Senior students will have no school on this day. 

Schedule for the Week of March 6

Monday, March 6 8 Period Day

Tuesday, March 7 Juniors Only for the ACT Test

Wednesday, March 8 Odd Block Day

Thursday, March 9 Even Block Day

Friday, March 10 8 Period Day

Congratulations to all our participants in Badger winter sports and activities!  You have much to be proud of.  I do hope you’ve been able to attend our sporting events, concerts, and our winter play over the course of the last month.  

The Junior Class will take the ACT on March 7th.  This day, only Juniors will be attending.  If your student is planning on going to a technical college, 4 year university, 2 year university, the military, or into the world of work, the score they earn on the ACT can have a positive impact.  For example, if your student scores a 16 or higher on the test, Gateway Technical College waives the entrance placement tests.  For those attending a 2 or 4 year university, the score can lead to scholarships and be used to determine acceptance and placement.  For those headed into the world of work, the ACT score can be used to offset future training needs.  

Badger English, science, social studies, and math departments throughout the year have students practicing with ACT questions and test taking strategies.  Badger had a well attended ACT “Boot Camp” students opted to attend after school.  Since this is the first year ACT is online, Juniors have also been practicing how to take the test in this format.  Please be sure your student gets a good night sleep on March 6 as part of their preparation for the test.

Our students will be busy this month with Band and Choir concerts (Orchestra had a wonderful concert the last full week of February), Sports Banquets, and preparing for the end of the 3rd Quarter on March 24th.  

Wishing you and your family a healthy and fun start to Spring.

March 1, 2023

• DECA State

March 2, 2023

• DECA State

March 4, 2023

• Solo Ensemble @ LGMS
• Jazz Concert 7:00pm

March 6, 2023

• Choir Concert 7:00pm
• 8 Period Day

March 7, 2023

• ACT Test - Juniors Only
• NO SCHOOL - Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors

March 8, 2023

• Odd Block Day

March 9, 2023

• Even Block Day

March 10, 2023

• NHS Executive Team Mtg 7:00am Room 704
• 8 Period Day

March 13, 2023

• Badger Board Meeting 6:30pm

March 17, 2023

• NHS General Membership Mtg 7:00am Recital Hall

March 18, 2023

• Daddy/Daughter Dance 12:00pm - 4:00pm Main Gym

March 22, 2023

• FFA Meeting @ Food Pantry 3:00pm

March 24, 2023

• End of 3rd Quarter

April 3 - April 7, 2023

• No School - Spring Break

ACT Testing

Scores from the Junior March ACT test will be sent home and delivered to the school near the end of the school year so be on the lookout for those. If you would like to sign your student up to take the ACT test again, go to www.act.org to do so. 

Pre ACT Testing

All Freshman and Sophomores will be taking the Pre ACT test on April 18th. The Pre ACT test is designed to map student progress in English, Math, Reading, Science and Writing. This information provides details on which subject skills are well developed and which skills may need more work while preparing students for the ACT test that will be taken during Junior year. The Pre ACT testing will take place at Badger.

Scholarships

Several scholarship deadlines have passed but there are still other scholarships available for Seniors to apply for. Senior students have been given instructions on how to access scholarships via the Badger High School website where information on each scholarship can be found, as well as the applications. They can be found here: https://bhs.badger.k12.wi.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=453010&pageId=24238013 For those Seniors planning to attend a UW school in the fall, check out some other scholarships at this link: https://uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/counselors/navigating-financial-aid/uw-system-scholarship-links/.

Placement Testing

Now that many Seniors are making decisions on which school they will be attending in the Fall, placement testing will be happening. Students that are attending UW colleges will need to complete placement testing. To register for placement testing and for more information regarding placement testing, please visit the following website:

https://testing.wisc.edu/centerpages/regionaltesting.html

Work Permits

If a work permit is needed, please see Mrs. Ingersoll in the counseling center. You will need $10 cash, your social security card, and a letter from the employer stating that you will be working there. If Mrs. Ingersoll is not available, you can get a work permit from the Lake Geneva Schools district office.

Badger Library and FabLab celebrates MakerMarch this month. All month long, Badger Library will have high, low, and no-tech makerspaces for students which encourage creative, innovative skills. Students can choose to participate in a sticker mosaic, create water bottle stickers on the Cricut Maker, laser engrave and cut an acrylic keychain, design their own fidget, and more! As always, library activities are free to all Badger students. We can't wait to see some Badger creativity throughout the month.

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