Hello Bulldog families,

This week, we proudly celebrated Staff Appreciation Week—a time to recognize the dedication, heart, and hard work our team brings every day. Today, we give special recognition to those celebrating milestone years of service, including Mrs. Keuler - 30 years, Mrs. Borchardt - 20 years, Mr. Socha - 10 years, Mrs. Maass - 5 years, Mrs. Daschner - 5 years, Mrs. Krystowiak - 5 years. Thank you to these teachers and support staff for their dedication and commitment to our students and school community!

We also send a big THANK YOU to the Washington-Caldwell PTO for providing service and support throughout the year, as well as a wonderful Staff Appreciation breakfast for staff at our Years of Service event on Friday, May 9.

As we near the end of the school year, we want to take a moment to thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we’ve navigated challenges, celebrated successes, and witnessed incredible growth in our students. It’s been a year of hard work, resilience, and progress—and we’re proud of how far we’ve come. With just a few weeks left, we’re encouraging all students to stay focused and finish strong, and we appreciate your help in reinforcing that message at home. Let’s work together to end the year on a high note!

Sincerely,

Kevin

Sunday, May 11:

• Happy Mother's Day. Let your mom know how special she is!

Monday, May 12:

• I-Day. Ice Pop Day-Have an Icy Treat from the school!
• Alice In Wonderland Rehearsal 3:40 pm - 5:30 pm
• Monthly PTO Meeting-In School or Virtual https://meet.google.com/qqe-gwnk-egr 4:30 PM

• Spring Book Fair!
• J-Day. Jersey Day-Wear Your Favorite Jersey!
• Alice in Wonderland Rehearsal 3:40 pm - 5:00 pm

• Spring Book Fair!
• K-Day: Kahoot Day-Classes will play Kahoot!
• Alice In Wonderland Rehearsal 3:40 pm - 5:30 pm

• Spring Book Fair!
• L-Day: Lollipop Day-Lollipops from Mr. McCormick!
• SPRING Concert 6:00 pm - Book Fair open before and after concert!

• M Day: Mismatch Day-Wear Mismatch Outfits!
• 6th & 7th Grade Field Trip
• 1st & 2nd Grade Field Trip
• 4th & 5th Grade Field Trip
• 2025-2026 4K Visitation Day 1:15pm - 3:00 pm
• PTO Family Movie Night - Featuring "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs." 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm. (Parents must accompany students to this event.)

• National Junior Honor Society Car Wash 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. WashCald Parking Lot.

Every year, we celebrate our great year with the ABC Countdown to the Last Day of School. Students and staff will celebrate each day with a special activity. Check out the calendar below!

Our annual Book Fair will be here on May 13-16. Please consider volunteering to help students during the Book Fair. Go to this SIGN UP GENIUS LINK to assist.

Add money to your student's e-wallet so that they can shop at the book fair on their own! It is an easy process and will allow students to have an opportunity to purchase books! Use this SCHOLASTIC E-WALLET LINK to set up a wallet for your student!

It's here! Students have been preparing for this concert for weeks and are very anxious to share with you their talents. On the evening of Thursday, May 15 at 6:00 pm they will amaze you with their performance. Students should wear their concert best. Band members should arrive at 5:30 pm and all other student at 5:45 pm. Classrooms will not open until 5:30 pm. Also, the Book Fair will be open before and after the concert!

Washington Caldwell PTO will be sponsoring the movie, "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs". You can view this movie at no cost on Friday, May 16 in the school gymnasium. Snack will be available for purchase (cash only) and the event runs from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm. Bring your pillows and blanket to snuggle up for movie time. Parents must accompany students to this fun-filled evening.

From May 6 to May 28 students in 4K-8th grade can bring in books for the swap.

From May 29 to June 5, students who brought in books will have the opportunity to "shop" for other books to read this summer! Books should be dropped off in Mrs. Borchardt's room. Please see the attached flyer for more information.

Great news! We are offering a school supply kit program this year, so there’s no need to head to the store. Supply orders include the exact colors, quantities, and brands your teachers have approved for class. Get your Back to School shopping taken care of with one easy kit! Simply place your order by June 13 and the kits will be delivered to school in August.

Order online at ShopTTkits.com

Enter our school’s account number 23989

Questions? Contact Ms. Vogt!

Registration for YMCA Wrap Care and Y-Base for 2025-2026 is available NOW

WashCald is proud to partner with Mukwonago YMCA to provide before & after school programming. Students in grades 4K-6th grade can attend Y-Base as early as 6:30am in the morning and can stay as late as 6:00pm. 4K wrap care is available from 11:30am to 3:45pm and then students can either ride the bus home or transition to Y-Base until 6pm as needed. Register directly with YMCA as soon as possible to secure your spot - the programs have filled up quickly in the past! https://www.gwcymca.org/early-education-child-care/before-after-school-care-4k-wrap-care/washington-caldwell-school-district/#registration

Please take a moment and check out our Lost & Found table at the Spring Concert. Item's remaining after the concert will be donated.

Printer Ink Recycled at Washington-Caldwell

The students of the Washington-Caldwell chapter of the National Junior Honor Society recycle used printer cartridges. All you have to do is send printer cartridges to school, and the students take care of the rest. Help keep these items out of landfills.

The more children are read to or read by themselves for fun at home on their own time, the higher their reading scores are in general

Here is next year's 2025-2026 School Calendar. Along with the calendar for next year, please be aware the school day will be from 8:30 am to 3:45 pm starting in September. 2025-2026 CALENDAR LINK

We have youth and adult size long sleeve Bulldog shirts and hoodies in various sizes ready for immediate pickup at school! All are red. Contact Ms. Vogt to check to see if we have the size(s) you need!

Youth Hoodies - $24

Youth Long Sleeve - $16

Adult Long Sleeve - $16

You can also order through the store and items will be delivered in about 2 weeks after your order is placed online. ORDER ONLINE at - https://washingtoncaldwell2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/

As we near the end of the school year, please note that lunch balances will 'roll over' to the new school year.

Thank you to everyone who have been responding to low lunch balance emails by sending in funds right away. We appreciate you attending to this in a timely manner. Please feel free to email asking for current lunch balances if you are wondering at any time. One full week of lunch is $16.25. You may go online to deposit money at E-Funds or you can send cash or a check to school with your student.

The student cost for school lunch remains the same as last year.

Student lunch is $3.25 (this includes 1/2 pint of milk)

Extra Entrée is $2.50 - these need to be ordered in the morning with the regular lunch order

Milk is $0.40

Free and Reduced Lunch Applications are available year round on the school website under the Parent section. Please reach out to Kelli Vogt if you have questions. The link is referenced below.

(These opportunities are not affiliated with Washington-Caldwell School District.)

ADVOCATE AURORA PROGRAM

(These opportunities are not affiliated with Washington-Caldwell School District.)

Ms. Kelli Vogt, Assistant Principal -- kvogt@washcald.com

Mrs. Sue Krystowiak, Main Office Secretary -- skrystowiak@washcald.com

Ms. Karen Kaldor, Main Office Secretary -- kkaldor@washcald.com

Dousman Transport Bus Company 262-910-1310

Website: www.washcald.com
Location: 8937 Big Bend Road, Waterford, WI, USA
Phone: 262-662-3466
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