From the Desk of Dr. Mark Rollefson, Superintendent of the Yorkville Joint #2 School District
May 9, 2022 | Issue #4
8th Grade Graduation

The Yorkville 8th Grade Graduation - Class of 2022, is scheduled for Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the Yorkville gym. The processional to their seats will begin right away at 7:00 p.m. The ceremony is dignified to represent the importance of accomplishments and transitions. While dignified, the process is blended with a relaxed atmosphere to recognize the differences between an 8th grade graduation, and a high school or college graduation. 

The 8th grade teachers will review with the students dress code expectations, the outline of the program, speech preparation, and a few practices will also be held in advance. Immediately following the ceremony, a gathering will be held at the Union Grove Bowling Alley. This is planned and supervised by parent volunteers. Information regarding this event will be forthcoming.

GO RAMS!
Advice from Juniors

We reached out to Union Grove High School Juniors to seek their advice for our soon to be Freshmen. These Juniors all attended Yorkville School, “back in the day.”

Elizebeth “E” Spang - When I graduated from Yorkville I wish I knew how fast time flies. When you’re in 8th grade, all you want to do is graduate and go to high school. Then, when you’re a freshman, all you want is to be a sophomore. My biggest advice is don’t wish away your high school experience, because before you know it, you’ll be a junior too. Enjoy every moment while you’re in it. It’s also important to get involved. Whether it’s band, choir, sports, or clubs, there’s something for everyone and it’s important to find something you like to participate in. 

Lila Voge - Don't be afraid to try new things and put yourself out there. A lot of good comes from doing something new!

Mike Luce - Your first day can seem almost unnerving, that's the way it was for me, but with time, and given thought, you will realize that high school isn’t actually so bad, and you can get used to it pretty quickly. (In fact, you only have like 4 classes a day excluding lunch. Compare that to Yorkville, I dare you.) Say hi to Yorkville for me, and to me when you get here.

Josh DeWees - High school is like something familiar, but a bit better in small ways you may not notice until you look deeper into it.

Jack Beyer - Be yourself, you don’t need to “fit in” with others. Have fun, high school goes by quicker than you think. Join any sports, groups, teams and other things that interest you, you won’t regret it.


What Are Our Seniors Doing?

We heard back from the following Yorkville students who are now graduating from Union Grove High School. We are proud of you!

Taylor Diener -
  • Future Plans: To attend college and major in Environmental Science. 
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: The friends I made and the way the teachers really connected with the students.

Sadie Graham -
  • Future Plans: To attend MIAD and major in Fine/Studio Art. 
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: My favorite memory is the time when my teachers found out about my artistic abilities.

Jackie Geiss -
  • Future Plans: To major in Music and International Business at Belmont University. 
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Field Day.

Alina Gomez -
  • Future Plans: To attend the University of Wisconsin - Madison, in their Pre-Nursing program. 
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: I don't really have a specific memory in mind. However, the teachers are the first thing I think of when I think of Yorkville. Specifically, Mrs. Weis, Mrs. Seitz, Mrs. Lois, and Mr. Johnson. I have the fondest memories in their classes and these four have always been my top favorites. Honestly, I loved all of my teachers at Yorkville and was never able to pick a favorite when asked. I truly believe the teachers were the best part about the school, besides my peers.

Emma Litwin -
  • Future Plans: To attend College/University and study Sonography for four years, with the goal of being an Ultrasound Technician.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Being on the cheer team.

Olivia Brieske -
  • Future Plans: Attending the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and majoring in Chemical Engineering.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Geometry with my favorite people in eighth grade.

Soren Miller -
  • Future Plans: To attend College/University and study Geology/Geophysics.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Teachers that I had.

Sarah Hougard -
  • Future Plans: Attending College/University and majoring in Wildlife Ecology and Minoring in Biology.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Playing tether ball with my friends at recess.

Clara Crivello -
  • Future Plans: Attending UW Whitewater and studying Law. Will also be participating on the Women's Bowling Team.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: My favorite memory of Yorkville School is gym class with Mr. Mathwick! Some of you may not remember him, but his passion for his job and his personality will always stick with me!

Daniel Kusak -
  • Future Plans: Attending Gateway Technical School to study IT Software Development and try something new, and see if it's a good fit.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: There are too many. I love everyone at that school and the teachers are great. I miss all of them. I personally don't have a favorite memory, I cherish all of the memories and the people who got me where I am today. But if I had to pick my favorite memory, I would pick spending time with Mrs. Kimmel and my teachers for as long as I could, because I love them all.

Lilly Beyer -
  • Future Plans: Attending Baylor University to study Pre-Law. Plans on getting a Bachelors Degree in something business related, and then going to law school afterwards. Also, would really like to study abroad sophomore and junior year and gain some experience in business.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: My favorite memory of Yorkville School is the friends that I made throughout my eight years there. I made some friends that are still my best friends to this day, and also I have met teachers that I still talk to today, and who have impacted my life greatly.

Jacob Howard -
  • Future Plans: Attending Technical School and participating in Work Apprenticeship in the areas of Welding and Marketing.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Sleeping.

Emily Ruka -
  • Future Plans: Attending College/University and majoring in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: The eighth grade field trip at the end of the year.

Nathan Strickland -
  • Future Plans: Attending UW-Milwaukee and majoring in Linguistics in order to become an English Second Language Teacher.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Eighth Grade Red Carpet Ceremony.

Kayla Knudtson -
  • Future Plans: Attending College/University and majoring in Electrical Engineering.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Playing tether ball during recess with my friends.

Ali Torhorst -
  • Future Plans: Attending College/University and majoring in Biochemistry/Pre-Health Path.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Field Day and the Red Carpet Ceremony.

Sophia Sandoval -
  • Future Plans: Graduated early from high school and is currently attending Marquette University and majoring in Criminology and Law Studies, as well as Social Welfare and Justice. Also plans to attend the Pre-Law Scholars Program.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: I give thanks to Ms. Weis and Ms. Nichols for seeing my potential.

MacKenzie Grabhar -
  • Future Plans: Attending UW-Whitewater and majoring in Pre-Medicine. After College at UW-Whitewater, plans to attend medical school and become a Pediatric Gastroenterologist.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: The amazing teachers!

Haley Knight -
  • Future Plans: Attending College/University and majoring in Environmental Science with a minor in Natural Sciences and Marine Biology. Also has a goal to study Marine Biology for a year abroad in Australia.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: All the amazing teachers.

Kaley Burna -
  • Future Plans: Attending Technical School and studying Cosmetology.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: Pretty much all of eighth grade.

Samantha Fleischman -
  • Future Plans: Attending Milwaukee School of Engineering and majoring in Architectural Engineering. Also plans to play soccer in college as well.
  • Favorite Memory of Yorkville School: When I was in sixth grade and me and my girl friends beat the eighth grade boys in a game of dodgeball, and I remember it being a huge upset in the tournament.

Dr. Mark Rollefson
Superintendent
Yorkville Joint #2 School District

18621 Washington Avenue
Union Grove, WI 53182
(262) 878-3759
Yorkville Joint #2 School District https://www.yorkville.k12.wi.us/