Kegonsa Family Newsletter

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

We closed this week with a family picnic, a music concert, a visit from the HS band, and field day. Thank you to all our families that were able to join us yesterday at Kegonsa. The weather could not have been more beautiful!

Have a wonderful long weekend. We will see you back on Tuesday! - Erin

The 3rd and 4th grade concert was AMAZING! A special thank you to Mrs. Benson, Ms. Jensen, our students and all of the families that joined us for this special event. Our kids are so incredibly talented.

In PE, we just finished an exciting unit that starred the ropes and rock wall! Our K-2 students also learned a catchy song about their muscles so we could talk about our upper body muscles that we use when we climb! Ask your child to teach you about the 4 different “clubs” you could get into when participating at the rope station!

We are finishing our year off with the Bike Safety Unit in 3-5 PE. K-2 students will be engaging in some of our favorite PE group games. This week we played a game called, “Hide Out!” Next up: Oscar’s Garbage Can!

Do you have a medication that needs to be administered during Summer EXCEL?

Families can drop off student medications for Summer EXCEL on Saturday, June 10th between 9:00-11:00 at Stoughton High School. Rebekah Russell, our Summer EXCEL nurse assistant, will be there to accept the medication and answer any questions you have.

Please remember the following when dropping off your child's medication:

• It must be dropped off by a parent. Do not send medications with your child
• It must be in it's original, pharmacy-labeled container or manufacturer package
• It must have your child's name on it (for prescription medications)

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Russell at rebekah.russell@stoughton.k12.wi.us

Ms. Meyer's Kindergarten class raised the most funds for the Gilly Grand Prix. To celebrate, they will be featured on a billboard on Hwy N near Koshkonong Road.

Important dates to mark on your calendar for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year:

• Registration for Grades 6-12 will be at your child's school (River Bluff or SHS) on Thursday, August 17, 2023 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and Monday, August 21, 2023 from 2-7 p.m. No appointment is needed. School pictures will be taken. *Note that Registration Option Day 2 is on Monday this year

• Back to School Conferences will take place at your student's elementary school. Conferences are by appointment on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 from 7am - 7pm. School pictures will be taken on your conference day.

• First Day of school is Tuesday, September 5

With the start of the second semester, it is a good time to reflect on our school routines. We have noticed a significant increase in students arriving late to school over the last several months, and our school leadership team has taken this on as an opportunity for growth.

We strongly encourage families to consider their morning routines and ensure that students are arriving at school with enough time to get breakfast, stop at lockers, and be ready to learn prior to the bell ringing. The bell rings to begin class at 7:45 AM; therefore, we suggest students arrive as close to 7:35 AM.

Getting to school early has two key benefits

1. Students have time to go to their lockers, get breakfast, and chat with friends before the official start of the day.

2. Students can start their day in a morning meeting which involves a class greeting and a game. We also start our day with important morning announcements (birthdays, class gilly winners, special events) that students look forward to.

When they arrive late, even a few minutes, they walk into a class that has already started and have to join a morning meeting and quickly “catch up.” For many students being late to arrive can feel awkward and anxiety producing. While our teachers do a wonderful job welcoming students into the circle, students often verbalize that they don’t like being late.

We know how hard it is to get our kids ready and out the door. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your child. We are here for you.

We appreciate your partnership. Thank you so much - Erin

Stoughton's Community Resource Guide was developed to assist and provide community members with available programs and services. The community guide can be found at: https://www.stoughton.k12.wi.us/explore-sasd/community-resource-guide-2022

We meet the second Tuesday of every month at Kegonsa from 6:15-7:15. Come join us!

Interested but not ready to commit, follow us on Facebook to see more of what we are about!

MEETINGS WILL RESUME FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR!

September 12

October 10

November 14

December 12

January 9

February 13

March 12

April 9

May 14

If you hope to join your child on a field trip this school year, don't forget you need a background check (Please allow at least 2 weeks for processing).

Approved drivers and/or chaperones for the district can be found on the new Business Services Web Page under Support

When you, a friend or the community needs help, you can make it happen. Speak up and speak out by reporting a tip! The Speak Up, Speak Out Resource Center will respond quickly and confidentially to make sure we can get help to you or to someone who is hurting, struggling or in danger. SUSO Tip LIne

Ms. Conrad, Principal (877-5201)

Mrs. Sannes, Dean of Students (208-3468)

Mrs. Southern, Admin Assistant (877-5202)

Mr. Schultz, School Counselor (877-5229)

Mrs. McDermot, School Social Worker (440-0270)

Mrs. Menon, School Psychologist

Mrs. Hart Health Assistant (877-5204)

Email: erin.conrad@stoughton.k12.wi.us
Website: http://www.stoughton.k12.wi.us/page.cfm?p=619
Location: Kegonsa Elementary School, Vernon Street, Stoughton, WI, United States
Phone: 608-877-5202
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stoughtonschools/
Twitter: @WeAreStoughton

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