Week of October 15-19, 2018
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters
compared to what lies within us. And when we bring what is within us out into the world, miracles happen.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Dear Southern Door Community                                       
The above quote brings to mind the great things that can happen when our students feel engaged and empowered. SDHS Junior, Delilah Rose (pictured above), our student correspondent with Door County Daily News, has done a fantastic job reporting on school events, including her last two interviews on the November referendums. Go to this link for her latest interview with Mark Logan.
 
In talking with Delilah, I learned that she is leading the effort to bring back our high school newspaper. Here’s what she shared with me: This is a student-run online newspaper that is the voice for our SD student body. The Eagle Pride focuses on all media that can involve a variety of students with different interests. Being an online paper, it not only focuses on being immediate but also nature-friendly. While looking good on student resumes, this paper is a great opportunity for improving student skills. Delilah's passion lies in journalism, and speaking her mind is of upmost importance to her. She feels that with this paper, students who feel the same can put their interests to action. She is invested in this paper’s success and hopes that by the time she graduates in 2020, this paper will continue to run for years to come.

We have so many individual stories of students and staff that celebrate our individual and collective talents and what we can accomplish in our district. Together We Are Eagle Strong!

Patti
Patricia Vickman, Superintendent
IN THIS ISSUE


* Viste to Receive Rural Schools Award
* Kielar Recognized by National Merit Program
* SD Big/Little Sisters Named Match of Month
* Referendum Update
* STEAM Materials Needed
* Haunted Mansion Needs Volunteers
* Tickets Going On Sale for Mamma Mia!
* Keeping Kids Safe - Digital Safety Month
* Important Upcoming Dates
* SD Celebrates Great Apple Crunch Day
* What Lifts You SD Eagles
* School Spirit Fundraisers
* Community Events
CONGRATULATIONS TO DAN VISTE, MAINTENANCE & TRANSPORTATION DIRECTOR
who has been chosen by the Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance as the Support Staff Member of the Year. This award will be presented to Dan at the organization's conference on Monday, October 29, 2018 in Wisconsin Dells. Please join us in extending our congratulations to Dan on this well-deserved recognition, and thanking him for his continued service to students, staff, and community here at Southern Door.
SOUTHERN DOOR’S KIELAR NAMED COMMENDED STUDENT IN THE 2018 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
“Ben has demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success. He is actively involved in many co-curricular activities in athletics, music, and academics. He is also Vice-President of the student council and volunteers as a Big Brother to one of the elementary students,” said high school principal, Steve Bousley.
SD BIG/LITTLE SISTERS MATCH OF THE MONTH - Matched since 2015, Regan and Abigail like to spend their time together at Southern Door talking, going to the gym and coloring. For Abigail, being matched with Regan has given her not only a friend to talk to and have fun with, but it's also given her a sneak peak into what's possible for her in high school. "There’s no better feeling than spending time with a student and watching them grow up," says Regan. Read more at this link.
UPCOMING EVENTS



 Oct 12 - Eagle Strong School Spirit Day ; SD & BUG Fire Departments' Presentation to K-4 for Fire Prevention Week; Football vs Coleman - Senior Night for Cross Country & Football Teams
Oct 13 - Swimming @ Shorewood; Volleyball @ Kewaunee

National School Lunch Week
Oct 15 - Packer/Brewer School Spirit Day ; TICKETS on sale today for Mamma Mia! 6p Referendum Info at Forestville Village mtg.; 6:30p Board of Education mtg.
Oct 16 - 4:30-7:30p Parent-Teacher Conferences; Volleyball vs Sevastopol; Swimming @ Sturgeon Bay
Oct 17 - Boss's Day; Blue & Gold Theme Day for Down Syndrome Awareness Month; Gr. 7-8-9 to Ag Days at Pagel Farms; MS/HS Flu Shot Clinic; 6p Athletic Booster Club mtg.
Oct 18 - Picture Retake Day ; Swimming @ Sturgeon Bay; 6:30p Referendum Info at Brussels Town mtg.; 7p Referendum Info at Nasewaupee Town mtg.
Oct 19 - 7p Haunted Mansion
Oct 20 - MS Football games & MS volleyball tourney; 4:30p Lights Up at Haunted Mansion; 7p Regular Haunted Mansion
The Referendum Tab is now at the top of our district website. Referendum information is being presented at the October municipality meetings, and an open house with tours is scheduled Monday, October 22 from 6-7:30 pm with 15 minute presentations and tours. Click here to access the webpage for more info.
QUESTION ONE: The District is proud to have created a referendum solution that will impact every student. The plan implements safety and security upgrades and provides accessible and flexible education spaces throughout all buildings, enhancing the environment for every student. 
MATERIALS NEEDED FOR ELEMENTARY STEAM CLASSES -
STEAM is a new class for all in grades K-5. Students visit the STEAM makerspace room once a week for 60 minutes. They participate in challenges that integrate science, technology, engineering, art - agriscience, and math. STEAM encourages children to work as a team and develop their skills in collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking. The class welcomes families, friends, and community to look for items around your house (no need to buy!) which will help grow the resources needed for student projects. Go to this link to see a full list of items the students could use.
Open every Friday and Saturday night in October, The Haunted Mansion supports K-12 student programming at Southern Door. If you are interested in volunteering this year, please contact elementary school principal, Mr. Vandertie, cvandertie@southerndoor.k12.wi.us . Volunteers 12 years old and younger, must have an adult volunteer work with them any night of operation. Calendars, waivers and the training video can be viewed in the volunteer folder at hauntedmansionsoutherndoor.com. More Adult Volunteers Needed on Saturdays, October 20 and 27.
ONE OF THE FIRST PRODUCTIONS IN THE COUNTRY – Mamma Mia! November 8 - 11, 2018 Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show! Performances will be Thursday, November 8 through Saturday, November 10 at 7:00 pm, a Saturday, November 10 matinee at 1pm and a Sunday, November 11 matinee at 2:00 pm. Tickets for reserved seating are available online through the auditorium website and also at school and district offices.
KEEPING KIDS SAFE MONTH 
Please share this information with your children and adults who may benefit! A  digital footprint  is the information that exists online about you and your activity. Being safe and responsible online will help ensure your digital footprint does not damage your reputation.   Here's a link with a good video to explain this for you. How to Preserve Your Digital Footprint: Always think long term before posting; Keep personal information private; Use privacy settings on social networking pages; Protect your privacy AND the privacy of your friends; and Apply the Golden Rule when online.  
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE UPCOMING IMPORTANT SCHOOL DATES
Parent-Teacher Conferences - 4:30-7:30p Tuesday, Oct 16
Referendum Info Session & Tours - 6-7:30p October 22
Music Fundraiser & FFA Candle Sale Deadline - Oct 22
Elementary Family Fitness Night - 6-7p Tuesday, Oct 23
Elementary Grandparents & Special Guest Day - 8:30-10:30a Thursday, October 25
Early Release Day - Thursday, October 25
No School - Friday, October 26
FFA Poinsettia Sale Deadline - October 29
Southern Door Craft Show -Sunday, November 4 Election Day - Tuesday, November 6
Nominations for Athletic Hall of Fame - Thursday, Nov 15
Hanging up in the hallway near the cafeteria, you will find a large pair of wings created by grades K-5. This was inspired by the artist Kelsey Montague who draws wings on walls in cities all around the world. Each student created a unique feather and included images and words of "what lifts them" when they feel sad, tired or cranky. You are invited to take your picture standing in front of the wings and sharing “What Lifts You SD Eagles” with family and friends.
SCHOOL FUNDRAISERS FOR SPECIAL ACTIVITIES!
FFA YANKEE CANDLE SALE FFA students have a catalog that can be ordered out of or online shopping available at this link . The group number for the online piece of the Yankee Candle fundraiser is 999985447. Online orders need to be completed by October 22nd. Paper sales accepted until October 29th. Checks need to be made payable to Southern Door FFA.
HS MUSIC PROGRAM'S Hansen Foods' fundraiser runs through Monday, October 22nd and delivery is on Monday, November 19th. Contact a SDHS music student or catalogs are available in the high school office. Please contact Margaret VanderMeer at (920) 493-1094 with any questions.
FFA POINSETTIA SALE Deadline is October 29. Go to this link for order information or order from an FFA student.