Volume 5 | Issue 8 | October 2, 2020
District News
Board Brief & Video | September 28
The latest board brief (for the September 28 meeting) has been posted. Check it out on the right sidebar of our Agendas & Minutes page.
 
Click here for a video of the September 28 meeting.
Learning Model Dashboard & Metrics
Our Learning Model Dashboard & Metrics can be found by visiting our Reopening Fall 2020 page. The dashboard is updated every Sunday evening. We have begun separating out the student and staff case data, which is updated twice weekly (Friday and Tuesday evenings).
Distance Learner Meal Pick Up | October 5 - 9
Flu Vaccination Clinic
This year, more than ever, it is important to get your flu shot. Greenfield Health Department is having a flu vaccination clinic on October 13th by appointment only. Call 414-329-5275 to make your appointment.
Hales Corners Library
Join Ms. Megan on Tuesday 10/6 and make story stones in Hales Corners Park. See flyer for details.
Whitnall High School
Show Your Falcon Pride On Your Lawn!
Did you know that research has shown that students with higher levels of school spirit perform better academically, and are happier in general? In order to promote that positive mind set (& have some Blue & Gold fun!) our Student Council is planning great Spirit Week events for our high schoolers the week of October 12 – 16. With that in mind our SkillsUSA students and Cheer Squad have teamed up to bring that school spirit to your home or business!

By clicking here https://www.whitnallfalconboosterclub.org/product-page/falcon-stencil-fundraiser you can order your own Whitnall Falcon to be painted on your front lawn for spirit week. No front lawn? No problem- click here https://www.whitnallfalconboosterclub.org/product-page/falcon-pallet-fundraiser – the students will deliver a pre-painted pallet to your home or business to be displayed to show your Falcon Spirit! While the fundraiser is being run by the WFBC (therefore your purchase is a tax deductible donation) every dollar earned is funneled right back to the students who are doing the work.
 
The SkillsUSA Team is creating the stencils and pallets while our Whitnall Cheer Squad will be doing the painting on your lawn. Samples of both products will be posted on the WFBC Facebook page next week as well as viewable in person at our four schools by October 3. Be able to say you were in on the first year of what we hope will become a Homecoming tradition in the future.

“School spirit is a powerful reflection of pride, achievement and determination. It goes hand in hand with positivity and is a benchmark of a school’s holistic success.” ~Jeff Webb
Whitnall Athletics Streaming
Home sporting events are now going to be streamed live via our Whitnall Athletics Streaming Facebook page when there are spectator restrictions. Here is the link to the page.
Building Newsletter
If you missed the monthly newsletter that was sent out this week, you can access the archives for this year here.
Senior Pictures
All senior pictures for the yearbook must be submitted by November 1, 2020. Click here for submission instructions.
Whitnall Middle School
Picture Retakes
On October 13, students will be able to get their pictures taken or re-taken, if needed. Pictures will take place starting at 8 AM and students will be called down throughout the school day.
Headphones & Chromebook Reminder
Please help to make sure your WMS student gets into a routine of charging their Chromebook nightly.  Also, please give a gentle reminder to your child about coming prepared with headphones daily.
WMS Athletics
Cross Country meet is on Oct 8th against Cudahy.
 
Start Dates for Tryouts
Girls basketball tryouts start Nov 9th
Boys basketball tryouts start Jan 4th
Girls volleyball tryouts start Feb 15th
Edgerton Elementary
Photo Makeup Day
School photo makeup day is Friday, October 9th. Students who did not take their school photo this summer or need a retake will have their photo taken on this makeup day.
Principal Chat
Mark your calendar to connect with Ms. Zei before the October PTO meeting on October 15th at 6:15 PM on a Google Meet (link will be shared closer to the date).
PTO
Spaghetti Dinner - Pick up for the EES PTO Spaghetti Dinner will be 5PM-7PM on Thursday, October 8th.  
 
Student Directory - The deadline to be included in this year's Student Directory is Friday, October 2nd. PTO members receive a free copy. If you would like to get your free copy, simply click here to join the PTO for only $5. Non-PTO members will be able to purchase a copy of the directory for $8 after they are printed. Please click here to complete the directory form. 
 
October Meeting - Join us on Thursday, October 15th at 7PM via Zoom (link will be shared closer to the date). 
Hales Corners Elementary
Headphones Needed
If you haven’t sent headphones with your child this year, please do so at this time. Each student needs their own pair.
Mask Reminder
Smaller faces need smaller masks. Please check the fit of your child’s mask before they head off to school. Thanks for your help!
Picture Makeup Day
Picture Makeup Day will be Tuesday, October 13th. All students are required to have a school photo.
HCE PTO | Mask Fundraiser
Did you know that fundraisers supported by the HCE PTO help fund activities and supplies for the HCE students and teachers? As we approach fall, we are kicking off the year with a mask fundraiser. 50% of the proceeds go to the PTO. Show your HCE pride by purchasing HCE branded 2 ply face masks. Click on this link. Orders close Sunday, October 4.
Spirit Week
Monday 10/12 - Sports Hero Day 

Tuesday 10/13 -  Fancy Day - This is school picture makeup day.

Wednesday 10/14 - Class color day
  •      K4 - White
  •      K5 - Red
  •     1st - Orange
  •     2nd - Yellow
  •     3rd - Green
  •     4th - Blue
  •     5th - Black

Thursday 10/15 - Pajama Day

Friday 10/16 - Show off your Whitnall Pride