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School District Newsletter
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It’s Always Cool to Be in School!
Celebrate School Attendance
Friday, September 21, 2018
School attendance fosters a sense of belonging and is critical to student achievement. The WAWM School District works cooperatively with parents to teach students the importance of daily and timely school/class attendance.
On Friday, September 21, 2018, we’re celebrating school attendance with a generous donation from Sodexo, our food service partner.
Students must be in school on Friday, September 21, 2018 to receive the items and be part of the raffle!
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Nathan Hale High School Treble Choir to Perform at the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association Convention
In June, the Nathan Hale Treble Choir auditioned to perform at the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association State Conference. On August 20, 2018 Director, Zachary Beeksma was notified that the Treble Choir had been selected to sing on January 11, 2019 at the Lawrence University Chapel in Appleton, WI.“This is a very prestigious invitation and I am very proud of our group. The ladies in this choir are so excited to represent Nathan Hale in front of some of the top choirs and choral directors in Wisconsin,” stated Beeksma.
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WAWM RCS Director to Present at
National Recreation and Park
Association Conference
Shelly Strasser, Director of Recreation and Community Services will be presenting at the National Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference in Indianapolis on September 25, 2018. Strasser will present in a Community Wellness session titled “
Empowering Youth Impacted by the Opioid Crisis: Providing a Safe, Supportive Environment through Recreation Programs.
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The session will focus on on innovative and effective strategies in offering recreation programs that provide a safe space for youth to build relationships and improve their social and emotional competence, critical skills in preventing substance use among youth.
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Organizations Donate School Supplies
to the WAWM School District
Thank you to the Village of Manor Park, West Allis Rotary Club, Toshiba America Energy Systems Corporation, The Ridge Church, Crown Plaza Hotel - Wauwatosa, and the Salvation Army for their generous donation of backpacks and school supplies to the following schools:
Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate
West Milwaukee Intermediate
Horace Mann Elementary
Longfellow Elementary
Pershing Elementary
Wilson Elementary
Jefferson Elementary
Franklin Elementary
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Lane Intermediate School
Open House Includes 9/11 Tribute
On September 11, 2018, the staff at Lane Intermediate School held their annual Open House for students and families. As the date coincided with 9/11, Mrs. Kayzar arranged for the West Allis American Legion to hold a formal color guard presentation. “9/11 will always be a special day in our history and we were proud to use the opportunity to commemorate the service of our military men and women,” stated Kayzar. In addition, Ms. Gandre and Mr. Grabow played ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ while Mr. Beeska led the community in singing the anthem.
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Nathan Hale High School Band Director
Kristi Wicihowski Marches On
Over the past 11 years, Kristi Wicihowski has directed bands at both the intermediate and high school level. Now full-time at Nathan Hale High School, she has over 130 students in band class.
“Most of all, I was anxious to establish a marching band at Nathan Hale,” says Wicihowski, “It helps turn a band class into a family. Our students become part of something that is both challenging and fun. Like a coach, I care about their performance and like a teacher, I am passionate about their achievement.”
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West Allis Central Homecoming Week
October 1-5, 2018
Parade
October 5, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.
*Irving Elementary to WAAC*
Football Game vs. New Berlin West
October 5, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
Dance
October 6, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
Nathan Hale Homecoming Week
October 8-12, 2018
Parade
October 12, 2018 at 5:30 p.m.
*Irving Elementary to WAAC*
Football Game vs. Brookfield East
October 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
Dance
October 13, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.
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West Milwaukee Intermediate School Staff to Present at 9th Annual Personalized Learning Convening
In November, three teachers from West Milwaukee Intermediate School have been selected to present at the 9th Annual Personalized Learning Convening at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee.
“Our presentation, Three Blind Mice: From Epic Failures to Somewhat Successes, is an overview of our work in the area of personalized learning,” explains Argyres. “Doing something new and innovative comes with both failure and success. We are excited to share our experiences with other educators. Our goal is assist teachers that are just beginning the process of implementing personalized learning into their daily instruction.”
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Dottke High School Opens Dottke Closet with the Help of Brooklife Church
When the James E. Dottke High School staff moved to a new location last year, principal Greg Goelz saw an new opportunity to help students and the community. During the summer months, Goelz partnered with Brooklife Church to set up a Community Closet designed to provide students with clothes and hygiene products.
According to Goelz, “We had more space and a desire to make positive connections with our students and their families. We thought a Dottke Closet could help fill a need at our school. It was a real team effort.”
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Access Skyward to Monitor
Your Child’s Progress!
Skyward
is the tool that helps parents view student schedules, attendance, and grade reports while logged in on any personal device! We ask that parents access Skyward to track their child’s progress in school (we only print paper records upon request).
Skyward enables parents to make fee payments and manage lunch money accounts. It also allows for increased communication with teachers. It is very important that parents maintain accurate telephone numbers and email addresses on Skyward.
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Before and After School Programs
WAWM Recreation and Community Services Department offers a before-school program at all elementary schools and an after-school program at all elementary and intermediate schools.
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Advanced Placement Distinctions
The 2017-2018 school year provided many opportunities for students to challenge themselves through advanced placement (AP) courses. Students took part in tutoring sessions with their teachers, studied tirelessly at home, and utilized AP study guides to prepare themselves for the opportunity to earn college credit while in high school.
The following is a list of
current
West Allis Central High School and West Allis Nathan Hale High School students that were recognized by the AP College Board for their academic excellence.
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Shared Journeys Community
Open House
Celebrate the relocation of Shared Journeys!
Wednesday, October 17, 2018
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
1509 S. 76th Street West Allis 53214
-Ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Dan Devine.
-Tour of our new site.
-Eat a light dinner with family and friends.
-Visit the community resource booths that will be in attendance.
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Dottke High School
Offers Program for Adult Education
Beginning, Monday, October 1, 2018, adults needing assistance to meet their personal and professional goals can find FREE support at James E. Dottke High School.
Making Achievement Possible is designed to provide FREE personalized education assistance for the parents and guardians of students that attend school in the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District.
Making Achievement Possible operates on a drop-in basis on Monday nights from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. in the library at James E. Dottke High School on 7815 West Lapham Street in West Allis.
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Enrollment and Address Changes
Has your address changed? Visit our Enrollment Center
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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.
Questions? Contact the Enrollment Center
NUEVOS CAMBIOS DE INSCRIPCIÓN Y DIRECCIÓN
Centro de Inscripción Edificio de Administración del Distrito Escolar West Allis-West Milwaukee
1205 Sur en la calle 70th
- 5to Piso
De Lunes a Viernes: de 7:30 a.m. a 4:30 p.m.
¿Preguntas? Póngase en contacto con West Allis-West Milwaukee Enrollment Center por correo electrónico
enrollment@wawmsd.org
o por teléfono (414) 604-3014.
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