October 2017
Issue 2
Welcome to this month's publication of the eNews. In this edition, you will find:

*We're Off to a Great Start 

 

*Freshmen First Day

 

*PBIS

 

*Community Partnership

 

*Homecoming 2017

 

*Check Your Calendars

 

*Communication Updates
Dates to Note
October 5: 5th Grade Parent Visitation Morning (IS)

October 6:  Homecoming Football Game

October 9:  Board of Education Meeting 6:00

October 13: Child Development Days

October 13: NO SCHOOL-Staff Development

October 21: Big Band Dance and Dinner

October 23: Bilingual Program Gathering

October 24: No School for Seniors Only

October 27: NO SCHOOL-Parent/Teacher Conferences (check your calendar for additional dates unique to each school)

November 1: Eighth Grade Parent Visitation Morning (MS)
We're Off to a Great Start
2017-18 School Year

We were thrilled to welcome nearly 2,400 smiling faces back to the classroom for an awesome start to the 2017-18 school year. We look forward to keeping you updated through the website, Facebook, Twitter, eNews, Bulldog Bulletin, and Press Star articles. 

 
Welcome Back to School!
Freshmen First Day
Transition Day Makes a Positive Difference  

NLHS Freshmen are provided special transition programming that allows the first day of school to be one that provides a focus for this group. Upper classmen aid staff members in planning and presenting information that informs ninth-graders about the location of classes, day-to-day expectations, and opportunities available to NLHS students.
 
We know the more connected students are to their new school, the more apt they are to realize success as the weeks and months proceed. Our goal is for students to feel safe and informed in an effort to realize our mission: Success for All Students.

 
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
PBIS
 
PBIS is a process unique to each of our schools. Staff members working with students in kindergarten through eighth grade define and teach students what constitutes appropriate behaviors in all aspects of school, from the bus to the classroom to the cafeteria and playground. The start of the school year provides an awesome opportunity to ensure everyone understands these important expectations.

Be Respectful...Be Responsible...Be Kind
Community Partnership
Fall Family Fest

Thank you to all who made this year's Petting Zoo such a success at the Fall Family Fest. As you can see, your efforts were appreciated!

Thank you volunteers! 
Homecoming 2017
Go Bulldogs!

Staff and students have been busy preparing for an exceptional Homecoming celebration. 
This year's theme is "There's No Place Like HOMEcoming". Check out your district calendars and website for many other activities that will take place throughout the week.  

Friday, October 6  provides a culmination to the week with a Pep Rally and Powder Puff game. A mini-parade from the High School to the Football Stadium will take place at 6:15 p.m. and kick off for the football game is at 7 p.m. High School students wrap up this celebration on Saturday, October 7 with their Homecoming Dance.
 
Pictured Above: Powder Puff participants take practice seriously. 
Keep an Eye On Your Calendar
Exciting Opportunities for Involvement
 
Please be sure to pick up a calendar at the District Office or keep an eye on the website for opportunities to stay involved with student activities. Math Mornings and Breakfast with Grandparents are events that have already begun and will continue through the month of October. Character assemblies, athletic events, musical performances, and more provide awesome opportunities for involvement. Please join us!
 
Pictured Above: Breakfast with Grandparents - Lincoln Elementary School
Keep Contact Information Updated
Communication is Essential

It is essential all contact information is kept up to date. Please make changes in Skyward, or connect with your school office for any changes in phone, email, address, or other important contact information.

We will soon run a 'drill' of our emergency notification system. You will not receive these important notifications without providing current information. Please connect with Julie Haase at jhaase@newlondon.k12.wi.us if you have any further questions or concerns.  

Please keep your contact information updated.  
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