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8th Grade High School
Preview Nights
West Allis Central High School and West Allis Nathan Hale High School will be holding 8th Grade High School Preview Nights on Thursday, March 22, 2018.
Preview Nights are an opportunity for students and parents to learn more about the academic, elective, and extra-curricular offerings at high school.
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Irving Elementary School Student Receives “Yes I Can” Award
On February 23, 2018, Irving Elementary School’s, Dorian Jaeger, received the news that he is a recipient of this year’s “Yes I Can!” award from The Wisconsin Council for Exceptional Children.
Each year, the “Yes I Can!” award is given to students of outstanding merit with exceptional education needs. It’s designed to acknowledge children that demonstrate achievement using skills they’ve learned through an exceptional education program.
Read more...
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Read Across America
March 2, 2018 was Read Across America Day and the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Many of our schools celebrated with guest readers, special themes, and fun activities!
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Youth Art Month
On March 4, 2018, the WAWM School District held a community kick-off event for Youth Art Month. Youth Art Month is a month of promoting art and art education in the United States. It is observed in March, with thousands of schools participating.
Spring Concerts
Click here
for a list of spring concerts in our schools!
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Teaching is a Work of Heart:
Dan Walker Finding the Artist
in Every Student
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Growing up on a farm in rural Oronoco, Minnesota, Dan Walker, discovered early that he loved to draw. “When I was young, my Grandpa took me along when he drove to other states to deliver livestock. He would buy me comic books.” Walker explains, “I was so fascinated with the drawings, my Grandpa gave me a journal so that I could draw my own. I would say my love of art started then.”
For the past five years, Walker has taught art at West Milwaukee Intermediate School and recently started teaching some classes at Nathan Hale High School. Walker is also the Art Curriculum Lead for the WAWM School District. According to Principal, Tom Blair, “Mr. Walker is passionate about what he does. He is welcoming, relatable, and he finds the artist in every student.”
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Parent Advisory Circle
Join us for the District Parent Advisory Circle on Thursday, April 26, 2018. The topic of this meeting will be "Moving Forward with our Strategic Plan." Come learn about steps we are taking to develop deeper learning for our students!
Click here for more information.
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Hale Husky Drama Presents
A Rock Musical: Aida
April 13, 14 & 20, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
April 21, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
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Parent Satisfaction Survey
This year, we have been working hard to implement our Strategic Plan. An important component of this plan is
your feedback
regarding our work.
On Wednesday, April 4, 2018, the Studer Education Group will begin conducting our Parent Satisfaction Survey. It will be administered to all parents/guardians with a child in the WAWM School District and will be used to measure the satisfaction parents have with their child’s school. The survey will run through Wednesday, April 25, 2018.
The results of the Parent Satisfaction Survey will help us set priorities and align resources for continuous improvement. We encourage all parents/guardians to take a moment and complete the survey.
Your feedback is essential to our ability to meet our district-wide, long-term goals.
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An Overview of School Safety
In the WAWM School District, our commitment to school safety for staff and students involves a comprehensive plan that addresses a variety of scenarios. Some are age old (e.g., fire drills) in schools and some are much newer (e.g., building intruder). From secure entrances at all the buildings, safety drills that exceed statutory requirements, teachers and administrators dedicated to restorative practices, and a robust relationship with our police and fire and rescue departments, most of what we plan for -- we hope we never need.
The purpose of the school safety overview is to identify and provide a coordinated response to incidents that require an emergency response. The goal is to minimize the disruption to the academic mission and activities of the school during times of crises.
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Over the past 15 years, Sodexo has been the provider of food services for the WAWM School District. Sodexo prepares breakfast, lunch, and after school snacks during the school year and serves meals at certain sites during the summer.
According to Sodexo Multi Service General Manager, Steve Kosnar, ”I feel we play a vital role as food service providers and we work hard to make great connections with students and staff. We are proud of the many things we do to be a good partner.”
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Music Teacher Mary Pat Michels Named Civic Music’s Educational Administrator of the Year
On Saturday, March 10, 2018, WAWM School District Music Teacher, Mrs. Mary Pat Michels was recognized as the Civic Music Association’s Educational Administrator of the Year. The Civic Music Association of Milwaukee is a non-profit organization that supports music education and provides performance opportunities for young musicians in the five county greater Milwaukee area.
For Michels, music is a way of life. “It is always an honor to receive recognition for your work, but to receive nominations from people you have worked with or taught throughout your entire career in a school district is truly very special."
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Sodexo Future Chef Competition
On March 14, 2018, Sodexo held their annual Future Chef Competition at Nathan Hale High School. Six elementary students prepared their favorite Asian Fusion recipe for judging. Jace Lambert from Jefferson Elementary School took first place with his wonton chicken tacos recipe! Jace's recipe will advance to the regional competition for judging.
1st place
Jace L., Jefferson Elementary
Wonton Chicken Tacos
2nd place
Seija F., Irving Elementary
Homemade Thai Pizza
3rd place
Paiton D., Pershing Elementary
Creamy Cheesy Rangoon Rolls
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Longfellow Elementary School Helps Student Cancer Survivor
On March 6, 2018, Longfellow Elementary School teacher, Ann Gerencir, arranged for the "This Time Tomorrow" Foundation to provide support to Antonio (a former Longfellow student) and his family. "This Time Tomorrow" uses music and the arts to inspire hope and provide direct financial support to individuals and families fighting all forms of cancer. It is their goal to help "those affected today" reach the "tomorrows" they deserve.
When the foundation's representative, Leanne Hock came to make her presentation to Antonio and his family, all of Antonio's former Longfellow teachers were in attendance. Antonio, a cancer survivor, and his family were deeply moved. Principal, Dr. Jessica Moe said, "Mrs. Grenecir is a great example of how teachers go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of their students and families."
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Hoover Elementary School Hosts Youth Frontiers Kindness Retreat
On Friday, March 9, 2018, Hoover Elementary School hosted a Kindness Retreat for 4th and 5th grade students. The retreat was facilitated by Youth Frontiers, an organization that partners with schools to build communities where students thrive socially, emotionally and academically. Objectives of the retreat were to understand why and how to make kind choices; enhance empathy skills to understand how words and actions affect others; acquire conflict-resolution skills to safely respond to situations of bullying.
Students participated in high-energy activities and presentations that broke down social barriers and encouraged student sharing and connection. Throughout the day, small groups led by 24 high school mentors from West Allis Nathan Hale High School were formed to discuss what students were learning and experiencing. At the end of the retreat, students had the opportunity to stand up and commit to how they will live out the value of kindness in their school community.
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District Gives Thanks for
The Hope Closet
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On Monday, February 26, 2018, Student Services Counselor, Mr. Nic Bur, presented a certificate of appreciation from the WAWM School District to members of Mount Hope Lutheran Church during the School Board meeting.
The church members help operate
The Hope Closet
which provides new clothing and supplies to the students and families in transition in the District. According to Bur, “We are really thankful for this partnership. The people at Mt. Hope are making a difference to us, our kids, and our community.”
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Nathan Hale High School Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony
On February 22, 2018, the Nathan Hale Athletic Booster Club hosted the West Allis Nathan Hale High School Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony. The following inductees were honored:
- Rick Bellford
- Mary Blandino
- Lisa Oldenburg (Kanning)
- Gary Polczynski
- Lori Sommer (Windler)
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Summer Sports Camps
West Allis Central and Nathan Hale High School Athletics would like to invite you to attend their summer youth sports camps!
Click here
for more information.
Youth Football
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Upcoming No School Days
NO SCHOOL Thursday, March 29 through Friday, April 6, 2018 for Spring Break. School resumes Monday, April 9, 2018.
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Enrollment and Address Changes
Has your address changed? Visit our Enrollment Center
!
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District Administration Building
1205 South 70th Street -
5th Floor
Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Proof of Residency is required.
Click here
for more information.
telephone (414) 604-3014.
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