May 2020 E-Newsletter
Welcome to this month's publication of the eNews.
In this edition, you will find:
A Note from our
District Administrator
Community Connections...
  • Video & pictures of Appreciation 
  • Friday Night Lights  
  • 4K and 5K Registration    
Elementary Schools...
  • Videos from Staff to Students 
  • Virtual Leaning
  • 'Home' Classrooms
  • Lincoln Drive Up Event
Intermediate/Middle School..    
  • Staff Messages to Students
  • Virtual Learning
  • Band Online
  • Staff Meeting Online
Secondary School...
  • Staff Messages to Students
  • Gaga Ball Pit Project
  • Alumni Visits AP History Online
  • Baseball Video
  • HOSA Thank Yous
District...
  • 'Roll' with it Art Projects
  • Missy Porath Awarded
Dates to Note
May 10 - Happy Mother's Day
May 4 - 8 Teacher Appreciation Week
May 15 - Staff Development - Full Day



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A note from Scott Bleck, District Administrator
As we start the month May, lawns are finally turning green and buds on trees are ready to burst. Typically during May, our schools showcase multiple student and grade level accomplishments that round out the end of the academic year. The spring of 2020 has presented educational obstacles for all of us. Proudly I share my gratitude of thanks to our school community that has adapted and aligned focus to meet the needs of our students/families at its very best. We have much to celebrate with our successes, and even COVID-19 cannot stop the significant accomplishments of our school community.
 
Parents/guardians should have received an electronic survey on Friday, May 1, which addressed our current digital/distant learning platform. Please take time to complete the survey if you have not already done so. Feedback received from the survey will assist the District in future educational digital delivery.
 
High school graduation will be presented to our school community virtually on Friday, May 29, at 7:00 pm. Over the past several weeks, school districts around the country and area have been discussing potential ideas to recognize the graduating class of 2020. With known safety parameters established, we will be creative to ensure the very best graduation experience for our students.
 
Our commencement program will be produced by members of our District IT staff and a private film production team. Aspects of a typical graduation ceremony will be prerecorded, which will symbolically represent the distinguished accomplishments of the class of 2020. Viewing of the program will be made available via web-based delivery. Students, families, district staff, and our school community will be shared a digital link to access the graduation production in advance to watch the event.
 
Additionally, on July 22 at 6:00 pm at Bulldog Stadium, our District will host a gathering for the class of 2020, pending that health guidelines can be ensured. The celebration will allow students and families to gather, take pictures, and be recognized in person by our school community.
 
It very important that students and families remain focused on their best effort until the end of the academic year. End results of our academic year are a reflection of the educational journey which started last September. As a school community, we owe it to ourselves to finish strong with integrity and rigor.

Community Connections
Eighth-grade students from Mr. Hampton's English/Language Arts class, led by Jensen Mix , created a video of appreciation for all those helping keep everyone safe during this unique time.  #DigitallyConnectedBulldogs2020
Parkview Kindergarteners would like to say "thank you" to all of the essential workers helping to feed us and keeping us safe and healthy! We really appreciate you!! 
District art instructors challenged our students to put their "heart" into their art ! We hope you saw the many, many hearts in windows around town.

The School District of New London will continue the #BeTheLightWI recognition each Friday night for the remainder of the school year. The lights at Bulldog Stadium, Hatten Stadium, and Memorial Park will be turned on from 8:00-8:20 to recognize and honor the graduating class of 2020, spring athletes, essential care workers, and the entire SDNL student body, staff, and community . Students and families are encouraged to drive through or park in the available parking lots.
4K and 5K registration for 2020-2021 is open: Please email lbaehman@newlondon.k12.wi.us ASAP to enroll your child. Include the following information in your email: Student Name, Date of Birth, Address , updated Email and Phone Number . Paperwork will completed at a later date. An accurate count will ensure we have appropriate staff for our new students in the fall.
Elementary
Parkview staff sending messages to their students.
Readfield staff sending love and messages to their school family.
Sugar Bush staff sending love and messages to their school family.
Lincoln staff sending messages to their students.







The first grade team at Parkview is missing their first grade friends and all the students at Parkview!  
Classrooms and desks were trendy learning areas back in January and February, but it looks like dining rooms and dining room tables are now in fashion! SDNL Bulldogs may not be able to be with each other, but they are staying connected and the learning continues regardless of the location! 
Mrs. Leahy’s first graders from Readfield work in their new 'classrooms'
 and have made new fun reading spots!

Mrs. Larson's Kindergarten Lunch Bunch Book Club! Students were able to read one of their favorite books to their teacher and classmates. Lots of laughs and catching up with classmates!

Second graders at Sugar Bush met virtually and were eager to show off their pet friends to classmates! They were very happy to see each other and take part in the virtual "zoo" field trip!



Mrs. Peterson's lunch bunch met virtually to share their egg creations ! Oh, and great news! The Easter Bunny is NOT in quarantine!
Mrs. Herzfeldt’s kindergartners from Lincoln are enjoying their virtual learning experience! We all miss school and each other, but we are thankful that technology can help us stay connected.  ❤

Lincoln Elementary hosted their first ever Lincoln School Cares Drive Up Event . Students and families were met with smiles from teachers and staff who shared flower seed packets that read, “You can bloom no matter where you are.”
Intermediate / Middle






The fifth grade team would like to send out a message to all of our students and families!
Keep being safe, responsible, and respectful. It's the Bulldog Way!
The sixth grade team encourages all students to keep doing their best while staying safe and working at home . Keep up the good work, Bulldogs!
Sixth grade students and staff have been staying in contact by meeting each week for a Gimkit trivia contest. This enrichment activity requires knowledge, collaboration, and strategy, but it has also been a fun way to socialize. 
Mrs. Ruckdashel's grade 6 science class did a Google Meet for a demonstration on slime mold. As the lesson took place on Earth Day , she had special guest NLHS instructor Mr. Ruckdashel join them! He talked about the meaning of Earth Day and how everyone could do something to make the earth a healthier place to live.
Seventh grade ELA students have been hard at work! Students have participated in multiple Zoom sessions with their ELA teachers to practice new vocabulary words and grammar concepts.







New London IS/MS band students may not be able to perform together but they are still making music and smiling from home !
Intermediate/Middle School staff enjoyed connecting and collaborating as a community of learners during the professional development day on April 8. 
Secondary
New London High School staff miss their students and want them to know they are here for them during this challenging time. 
NLHS senior, Devin Lederhaus , put together plans for an awesome Eagle Scout service project and carried it through by making a gaga ball pit for ISMS students ! Fifth grade staff had received a grant through ThedaCare and the money was to be used for playground equipment.
New London alumni and current employee of the Justice Department, Shauna Stoeger , talked with Mr. Lawton's AP U.S. History students on the likelihood of Puerto Rico becoming the 51st state. Shauna is currently living and working in Puerto Rico.
NLHS baseball team members wish they could be out on the baseball diamond but instead they are keeping their arms limber with a game of "long distance" catch!
High School HOSA members made Thank You cards for health care workers in Wisconsin that are confronting the Covid-19 crisis right now.
District
District art instructors challenged our students' sense of humor and the students were happy to 'roll' with it . Check out their creations below.

The School District of New London is proud to announce that New London High School teacher Missy Porath has been awarded a 2020 Herb Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award . Educators are chosen for their ability to inspire a love of learning in their students and ability to motivate others, and for their leadership and service within and outside the classroom. Congratulations, Missy!
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