At this week's East High Purgolder United Parent Meeting guest speaker Kelly Cook, MMSD Title IX Coordinator, spoke about the district's process when it receives reports of sexual misconduct involving the MMSD community, how it coordinates supportive measures, provides information about response options, and conducts or oversees related investigations. Kelly provided information about how all of these duties are guided by a trauma-informed approach that also embraces principles of equity and ensures due process. Here is a recording of the meeting and the slides from the presentation. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, March 16th at 6:30pm via Zoom.

Monday's Purgolder Lesson included a Student Services Video reminding students of the staff that are available to support them as well as brainstorming ways that students can contribute to a compassionate, supportive environment through acts of kindness. Students shared that this doesn’t have to be through dramatic ways of being here for one another but rather, it could be simple things such as picking up random trash, helping someone who appears lost, asking someone else if they are ok, or buying a friend their favorite candy.

We’re hiring! We are looking for a reliable, organized, multitasker with strong people skills to join our Administrative Professionals Team! This 10 month (summers off) clerical position begins at $20.40/hour and includes duties such as: substitute coordination, organizing class coverage for jobs not covered by substitutes, processing student absences, exporting and manipulating data, supporting staff and students in the main office, and assisting Neighborhood Offices. An ideal team member would have the ability to: work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, deal with many interruptions, multitask, maintain accurate records with attention to detail, and communicate effectively and professionally. Must be proficient with technology and experienced in working cross-culturally in diverse environments. To apply, and for more information, visit this website.

Students - Ever wonder if you could be the next Badger Boy or Girl?? Each year high schools across Wisconsin send selected students to participate in this long standing program called Badger Boys State and Badger Girls State. It is open to 11th and 12th grade students this year and we are on the search for some East High Students to be part of this retreat! Badger Boys State and Badger Girls State offers students practical processes of self government, good citizenship and first-hand knowledge of the organization and functioning of Wisconsin Government. The representatives from East will spend a week fully paid for on a college campus. Alternates are also chosen in case the original delegates cannot attend. Participants of Badger Boys State and Badger Girls State may also qualify for scholarships (only 11th grade). It is also helpful to include this information on college applications. 

For 2022, the dates and campuses are as follows:

Interested students must email Ms. Schuchardt and write a short essay on why they would like to attend this conference and what they expect to gain by attending. This short essay is due March 15th to Ms. Schuchardt in Student Services..

Common Wealth Development is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for the 2022 Wanda Fullmore Youth Internship Program! This program works to build connections and opportunities for Madison youth who are interested in learning more about the City of Madison and who are interested in exploring career options available to them. Interns will spend 8 weeks working to learn more about the City of Madison, community development, exploring different career paths, building valuable connections, and gaining crucial professional development skills, all with supportive mentorship.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this program will be 80% virtual, with youth focusing on a community project that connects them with various City of Madison departments. Youth will also have the opportunity to spend additional time doing in-person, socially distanced community service projects.

Interns will work up to 16 hours per week focused on their project and other additional professional development workshops. Wages start at $10.50/hour for this 8-week summer opportunity. Applications and more information can be found here. Interested youth and their parents/guardians must complete the Youth and Parent/Guardian Application forms and submit them by Friday, March 25th by 5:00pm. Students must also attend a virtual open interview.