Happy May!

With a few short weeks left in the school year, we are scrambling to get every last bit of learning in before we move on to summer and the next school year. Each year brings a new set of challenges and we are proud to say that we have worked very hard to meet those challenges head on. In reflection, we really do have much to celebrate! Thank you for sharing your children with us.

As we prepare for the end of the school year, we would like to take this opportunity to share some tidbits of information and upcoming dates.

During the week of May 7th through the 13th, we celebrate Staff Appreciation Week. Central-Denison is blessed to have an amazing staff who go above and beyond every day. Please take a minute to let your child’s teacher know how much you appreciate the time they have dedicated to your child’s success. Let’s not forget our fantastic support staff who spend their days working closely with your children, helping them in all aspects of their day.

On May 10th, the 2nd and 3rd graders will be performing at their spring concert. This performance will be at Badger High School in the main gym. It will begin at 6:30pm. Mrs. Stanfield-Dunham will be sharing more details in the next couple of days. The 2nd and 3rd graders have been practicing very hard and I can guarantee that it will be a wonderful performance. While you are watching the concert, be sure to check out the background artwork! The students have been working on these projects in their art classes with Mrs. Coltman.

Our summer school program will be offered to all students again this year. It is a three week program in August that will allow your child to get a little “jump start” on the new school year. Registration information will be sent home on May 5th . If you would like more information, please contact your child’s teacher or the school office.

Throughout the month, we have numerous transitional activities planned for our students to help prepare them for the upcoming year. Some examples of these activities include 3rd grade tours of Eastview, “Lunch at School” for our 4Kers, and a variety of grade level introduction activities with teachers from the next grade.

In preparation for our incoming 4Kers, CenDen will be hosting our 4K Round-up on Thursday, May 11th from 4:30-6:00. This event will allow the families of our incoming 4Kers to visit our school, meet the teachers, and get an overall feel for what 4K is all about. If you know someone with a child who will be 4 years old before September 1st, please share this information or have them contact the school office. Fall registration will be available at this event.

Our 4K Fly-up will be held on June 1st. This is our end of the year program that celebrates the growth that our 4Kers have made throughout the year. Details will be shared with families as the date draws near.

Finally, the CenDen End of the Year Field Day will be held on Friday, June 2nd. Our students will spend time with their class celebrating their success over this past year. It is important to remember that some of the most valuable learning that takes place in our school is not about academics. Our children are exposed to social experiences and character building opportunities throughout their day, every day.

Showing good character and making good decisions will help our children become the leaders and role models of our future. We are proud to be a part of the CenDen Family and look forward to seeing you soon.

Principals: Mrs. Becky Buhler becky.buhler@badger.k12.wi.us

Mr. Colin Nugent colin.nugent@badger.k12.wi.us

Secretary: Mrs. Edith Draper edith.draper@badger.k12.wi.us

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Central-Denison Website: https://lgsd-cdes.ss16.sharpschool.com/

One of the biggest ways you can help your child succeed this school year is to make sure your child gets to school, on time, each and every day. The evidence is clear: children with good attendance are more likely to be successful in school. High attendance rates are linked to high student achievement. Every day counts, and missing school even 10% of the time has a significant negative impact on reading and math achievement as children progress through school. We want to ask for your commitment to making sure your child attends school every day possible this year.

New this year, you may login to Powerschool to record the reason for your child’s absence. Please see the directions linked here.

We also ask that you let us know about pre-planned absences, including vacations and doctor appointments, ahead of time. When missing school for an appointment, it is always encouraged that you get documentation of your visit to provide to the school as verification. When leaving for an extended vacation, we also ask that you complete the Planned Absence Request form. This form can be obtained from Mrs. Draper in the office or visit lakegenevaschools.com.

A parent or guardian may only excuse their child/children 10 days during the school year. After these 10 days, an absence can only be excused if the school is provided with a note from a doctor, dentist, court, etc. The same guidelines apply for excessive tardies.

Caution! Our pick-up and drop-off zones on Cook Street and Madison Street can be a little

dangerous during the snowy winter season. Not only is it slippery, but the snow piles on the

sides of the road make it difficult to see the surrounding area. Add in the fact that our students

are so small and you have the makings of a dangerous situation.

School starts promptly at 8:45 am. Students may enter the building at 8:30. If your child would like to eat breakfast they may enter the building at 8:30 am (or when their bus arrives). Students arriving after 8:45 am and entering through the office will be marked tardy.  Please send a note to their teacher to alert that the student will be leaving early.

If your child will not be able to attend school or will be late, please call the office (262-348-4000), email edith.draper@badger.k12.wi.us  by 9:00 am, or log into PowerSchool. Please leave child’s full name, their teacher’s name and why he/she is unable to come to school that day. 

Central-Denison School Website: www.lakegenevaschools.com

PICK-UP and BUS CHANGE INFORMATION:

If you are picking up your child for an appointment during the day or a change in the way your child is going home, a parent or guardian needs to call the office at 262-348-4000, send a note with the student or write on your child's communication card, or email edith.draper@badger.k12.wi.us to let us know. If there is a change to the way your child is going home at the end of the day, a parent or guardian will need to send a note or call the office before 3:15 p.m.

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Please call the school, not the bus company.

Students may enter the building at 8:30 am. Car riders and walkers dismiss at 3:45 p.m.

Great job everyone!

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School attendance is very important, and we encourage families to make sure their children are in school as much as possible. However, children who are sick need to stay home for their well-being and to prevent others from becoming sick. Click the link to review the Lake Geneva Schools Protocols for When to Keep Your Child Home From School: https://bit.ly/3Bl6Gl9

Lake Geneva Schools partners with the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA to offer Y Base and Wrap Around Care for those children needing care before, during and after school for the 2022-2023 school year. Programs are located at Central-Denison and Star Center Schools but also service Eastview students. For more information, visit the YMCA website: https://www.genevalakesymca.org/main/child-care-solutions/