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School District of Wisconsin Dells
November 2022
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Come learn about our elementary math program!
By Kerri Ryan, District Math Coach, and
Julie Ennis, SHES Principal
The math that we teach is not new. However, the approach that we use is different. We believe that all students can learn math at a high level and have brilliant ideas to share. Students are thinking deeper and have more opportunities to learn the “why” behind the math that they are engaged in. They are persevering and developing into flexible math thinkers. ...READ MORE
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Restorative practices at home
By Brooke Scott, SHMS Associate Principal
Restorative practices focus on building and maintaining positive relationships. When mistakes are made, it is important to take responsibility for our own behaviors and work toward a solution to make amends. The heart of restorative practices is working as a team to support children through big emotions, challenging behaviors, and tough real world ...READ MORE
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Foundation offering free breakfast every school day for students
By Jessica Grady, Food Service Director
As you know, the Wisconsin Dells Education Foundation is generously supplying free breakfast to ALL students in the SDWD this year, regardless of income/F&R status. This is a great opportunity, and we want more students to take advantage of the generosity of the WDEF. A nutritious school breakfast can fuel your student for success. Children who eat breakfast are more likely to… ...READ MORE
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Family update call-outs
Contributed by District Staff
If you are not getting school updates via the auto calls, it may be because you have previously blocked our number. Please follow these instructions to unblock. Users can opt back in by: ...READ MORE
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What parents should know about two new social media apps
By Hugh Gaston
Director of Digital Learning & Technology
While the stalwarts of social media for teens are still well known and remain popular (Snapchat, TikTok, etc.), there is seemingly a new option always lurking on the horizon. As is often the case, the newer apps gain a large user base before us old fogies get wind of what they are. I’m going to share information on two apps, one of which is ...READ MORE