Volume 2 | Issue 21 |
January 19
, 2018
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This week, I was fortunate enough to attend the state education convention with three of our school board members. We attended sessions from districts across the state to hear stories and learn about initiatives that are making a difference in improving student achievement and organizational effectiveness. We attended sessions on community engagement, facilities, human resources, leadership, school finance, and student achievement. We discovered that there is a lot to learn, but there is also a lot to be proud of at Whitnall.
While I'm sure you are aware that there is no school for students on Monday, I wanted to share what our staff will be learning during our professional development day. The morning will be spent learning about trauma-sensitive practice and brain development. The afternoon will focus on district goals relating to culture and climate and how to continue to support an environment of ownership, belonging, and respect for staff, students, and families.
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Parent Information Exchange
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Thursday, February 1st
6:30 PM
Community Board Room
In light of the many teaching and learning conversations that are taking place across our district, we would like to invite all parents to an informational meeting facilitated by Dr. Lisa Olson, Superintendent, and Lynn LeRoy, Director of Teaching and Learning, on Thursday evening, February 1st. At this time, we will lay out and explain the updates that are beginning to take place at various levels. In the process, we hope to clear up some misconceptions and miscommunication, as well as solicit input and feedback from our families.
Please fill out the Google form below to indicate your attendance, and log your questions so that we may ensure responses to all.
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If you would like to be added to an email list that receives updates related to our facilities planning and referendum, fill out
this form
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Required Civics Assessment
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As part of Wisconsin Act 59, all students in the state of Wisconsin, starting with the class of 2017, must pass the State Civics Exam. This exam consists of 100 questions that are identical to the 100 questions that comprise the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services exam. The exam can be taken more than once. Students must receive a score of 65 in order to graduate from a WI public, charter, or private school. The exam will be given to both juniors and seniors in a multiple choice format. A passing score will be recorded on the student’s official transcript, and they will not need to take the exam again. Preparation materials can be found on
the Grading & Assessment page
of the WSD website.
- Seniors will take the exam on the morning of February 20th
- Juniors will take the exam on the morning of February 21st.
- Retake dates TBD
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HCL Slime Workshop | January 22
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On Monday, the Hales Corners Library is offering a workshop for our students, since they are not in school. From 2 to 3:30 PM, drop in and make slime! Check out
this flyer
for more information!
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8th Grade Open House and Transition Night
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Save the Date: January 25th at 5:30 PM is the 8th Grade Open House and Transition Night at the high school. Learn about the course pathways for college and careers. Attendance at this evening event is highly encouraged. Click
here
for the flyer with more information!
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February Muffins with Mom and Donuts with Dad
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The February Muffins with Mom and Donuts with Dad will be combined with WMS's Coffee and Conversation on February 5th at 9 AM and 5 PM. Don't miss this opportunity to meet with two principals at once! The primary topic will be the transition from middle school to high school.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser
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The girls basketball team will be hosting a breast cancer awareness themed night to help raise money for the Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition. This will take place on January 30th at their home game. They, along with all the winter sports teams, are selling shirts for fans to wear to the game and around school that day. If someone is interested in buying one, they can get a shirt at any of the lunch periods or through any of the winter sports coaches. For more information, view
this flyer
!
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With exam week and the semester concluding today, please give your students a big hug. We want to thank the students for the great efforts they put forward to complete this important work!
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8th Grade Open House and Transition Night
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Save the Date: January 25th at 5:30 PM is the 8th Grade Open House and Transition Night at the high school. Learn about the course pathways for college and careers. Attendance at this evening event is highly encouraged. Click
here
for the flyer with more information!
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Seeking Reading Interventionists
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Whitnall Middle School is looking for two part-time reading interventionists! If you or someone you know is interested, please look for the posting on
WECAN
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WMS Milwaukee Bucks Night
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Order your tickets today!
You can order online at Bucks.com/buckpass
Enter promo code
WMS
in the "Access An Offer" box
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MAP (
Measures of Academic Progress)
assessments will continue next week. Please make sure your child is well rested and has eaten a good breakfast. Remind them to stay positive and to do their best! Please contact your child's teacher directly with any additional questions you may have.
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Futura Language Professionals will be offering an after school Spanish program on Mondays beginning February 5th. In this eight week adventure, students will learn music and school related vocabulary along with useful conversational Spanish taught using dynamic songs and games. The class will also delve into the fascinating culture of Argentina! Please click
here
for more information and the registration form.
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K4 and K5 Student Registration for the 2018-19 school year will begin online on January 22. Mrs. Komas will tour prospective families on Friday, January 26. Call the school office to sign up for either the 9:15 AM or 1:15 PM tour. There will be an information session offered on Tuesday, January 30 at the District Office. The K4 information will be shared at 5:30 PM and the K5 information will be shared at 6:45 PM. You can access online registration
here
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