June 30, 2021
"Excellence is the result of caring more than others think is wise; risking more than others think is safe, dreaming more than others think is practical, and expecting more than others think is possible." Ronnie Oldham

Dear Southern Door Community,

Nine and a half years ago, I was given the awesome privilege to serve as this district’s superintendent. As a proud graduate of Southern Door myself, it has been a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community where I grew up and received a great education.
 
Southern Door is truly a family – we celebrate and we mourn; we work hard and we play; we win and sometimes we lose, but above all, we always come together to conquer the challenges we personally and professionally face.
 
It is only fitting with my 45 years in education that I end my educational career at Southern Door where it all began. It has been such a rewarding experience to work with our students, their families, our staff, the Board of Education members, and this community. I thank all of you for your support and cherish your friendship as we have worked together to make Southern Door a great place to educate our community’s children and a great place to work.
 
Continue to be Eagle Proud and Eagle Strong, and show everyone that when you come together, when you support and strengthen each other, that like the eagle, Southern Door will continue to rise to heights never before imagined! Click on this link to see my parting this video to all of you!

Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle,
Patti
Patricia Vickman, Superintendent
IN THIS ISSUE

*Registration Opens July 19
*Athletic Code Meeting - August 2
*Board of Education Update
*Elementary & Middle Receive State Awards
*Shimon Medals at State
*Students Selected for State Music
*Kids from Wisconsin features SD Alum
*Local Farmer's Grant Supports School
*Student Athlete Sports Physicals

Community Events:
Belgian Days - July 9-11
Jamie Kluth Benefit - July 24
SD Firefighters' Picnic - July 24
IMPORTANT DATES
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Athletic Code Meeting for All Middle & High School Student Athletes & Parents -
Monday, August 2nd - 7p - Auditorium
Board of Education Update
Please see a summary of Monday night's board meeting at this link.
Please see the Superintendent's Good News Report at this link.
ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOLS RECEIVE STATE AWARDS
The Wisconsin RtI Center has recognized the Elementary School in Reading and Math at the Gold level and Behavior at the Silver level. The Middle School has been recognized for Behavior at the Bronze level. This recognition is for the school’s work toward fully implementing a system that leads to improved student outcomes. This equitable system helps increase consistency of instruction, enhances staff skills, proactively provides supports for all learners, and builds stronger relationships. Please join us in congratulating the Elementary and Middle Schools’ staff and students! 
SHIMON MEDALS AT STATE!

Congrats to senior Hailey Shimon, who closed out her high school athletics career with a fifth-place finish in the discus at today’s WIAA Division 2 state track and field meet in La Crosse. Hailey’s throw was 125 feet, 1 inch. Hailey is pictured with members of the Southern Door track & field coaching team.
Students Chosen for State Honors Music Camps!
Congratulations to Dalena Pakalske, selected for the Treble Choir and Amanda Austin, selected for Band. They will join Wisconsin’s finest young musicians for what could be the most rewarding musical experience of their lifetime at the Wisconsin School Music Association’s (WSMA) 2021 High School State Honors Music Project, which kicks off with a summer camp in June.
Auditions were held virtually through video submissions this past February. Of the more than 1,100 auditions, 426 students in grades 9, 10 and 11 were invited to be part of the WSMA High School State Honors Music Project ensembles. 
KIDS FROM WISCONSIN, Featuring SD's Own Brady Tooley & Sponsored by Southern Door Community Auditorium
Monday, July 26, 2021
6:30pm-8:30pm
Free Outdoor Show - although pay what you can as we pass the bucket for Kids From Wisconsin.

6:30 PM Performance by the Kids From Wisconsin
Brady Tooley ('21) is the SEVENTH Door County member (all have been from Southern Door) to become selected as a part of the prestigious Kids From Wisconsin! This year's tour will be an all-outdoor venue affair, and Brady's hometown performance will be at the beautiful Peg Egan Performing Arts Center in Egg Harbor. It is a FREE performance sponsored by the Southern Door Community Auditorium on July 26 at 6:30 pm.

After a quiet year of no performances the Kids From Wisconsin's 53rd year will present "Live! In Living Color". The show will highlight the greatest live music venues throughout the history of this country and the musical artists that helped define their legacies. The Ed Sullivan Theater, Caesars Palace, The Grand Ole Opry, House of Blues, and Broadway just to name a few. The brilliant costumes and magnificent talent of the high energy dancers and musicians will be something to marvel and take you back to those musical moments.
LOCAL FARMER'S GRANT SUPPORTS SCHOOL
Local farmer, Jim Wautier, recently directed a $2,500 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to the Southern Door County School District to use for its Sugar Shack and Maple Syrup Tapping Project. Dedicated to making a difference in rural farming communities, the Grow Communities program asks farmers across the country to participate by nominating nonprofit organizations with resources to strengthen their local communities. Last August, farmers entered for the chance to direct a $2,500 Grow Communities donation to a local eligible nonprofit of their choice.
STUDENT ATHLETE SPORTS PHYSICALS
Register today for your Student-Athlete Sports Physicals! As an athlete, keeping your edge is important to you. As your local health care provider, your health is important to us. Under the Health Care Reform Act, you are entitled to receive your yearly physical free of charge with your primary care provider. However, if you wish to schedule a SPORTS Physical, you may do so at any time for a $25 fee payable at time of service. This Sports Physical meets school and WIAA requirements. Students should dress in shorts and gym shoes and are required to bring their completed WIAA sports card. A parent or guardian must accompany the athlete, or sign the consent form located at https://www.dcmedical.org/classes-and-events/student-athlete-sports-physicals. Register today for your sports physical by calling (920) 746-0510.