Jr. & Sr. High Update

January 20, 2025

At the beginning of the year I told the seniors to take it all in - that the year will find a way to fly by. And no truer words have been spoken as today officially marks the half-way point for our students and staff. With first semester in the rearview mirror, we start working towards the 2025-26 school year. During this time I encourage you to have conversations with your students on what they would like their future path to look like and how their courses in the coming year can reflect these goals.

Report cards are being mailed out on Friday, January 24th. Please contact the front office if you need an additional copy mailed or emailed to you.

Please see the newsletter for important reminders and upcoming events. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Go Panthers!

Mrs. Melissa Wiese, Jr. & Sr. High School Principal

Important - Parent Meetings & Open House

In the upcoming weeks students will start the process to register for their 2025-26 courses. This year there will be a registration meeting for incoming freshmen (current 8th graders) and an open house format for any current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

For incoming freshmen - this meeting is for all public & private school students and parents. During this meeting students will have the opportunity to sit down with their student to choose classes for the upcoming school year. Also during this meeting, there will be a quick overview of the course registration book as well graduation requirements. The meeting will be held in the high school commons. Please see the letter from Mrs. Wiese and Ms. Esselman for more information.

February 12th: Incoming Freshmen Meeting at 5:00 p.m.

For current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors, there will be an open house format for you and your student to come in to discuss their course plan. During the week of February 3rd, during their homeroom, students will be registering for courses. On the 12th, if you would like, you can stop in to discuss this plan with your student with Ms. Esselman or Mrs. Wiese. Here, we would be able to answer any questions, review graduation requirements/plans, etc. From more information, see the letter from Ms. Esselman and Mrs. Wiese.

February 12th: Open House 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

If you student is a current sophomore or junior and are interested in learning more about Youth Apprenticeship or would like to sign up for this opportunity for next year, please plan on attending the YA meeting in the high school library starting at 6:30 p.m. Ms. Jamie Brantmeier, our coordinator from CESA 7 will have a short presentation followed by some time to answer any questions you or your student might have.

February 19th: YA Meeting for current Sophomores and Juniors 6:30 p.m.

Please take some time to review the graduation and course requirements! There are separate presentations geared towards 8th - 11th grade students.

Parent Presentations

2025-26 Course Registration Booklet

If you are unable to attend, please call Ms. Esselman or Mrs. Wiese at the high school office (754-4341) to make other arrangements. We can arrange an individual meeting or send you the information to review. We look forward to seeing you!

Youth Apprenticeship Opportunities

Join us on February 19, 2025 at 6:30 pm to learn more about YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP! The opportunities are endless! Apprenticeships can build pathways to opportunities for many young people entering the workforce. According to data from the US Department of Labor, “the average wage for a fully-proficient worker who completes an apprenticeship is $70,000 annually.” With the rising cost of higher education, an apprenticeship can provide both a debt-free avenue to a career and give students more financial stability throughout their apprenticeship program. No matter what your future choices are after high school, Youth Apprenticeship can help!!

Students can get a head start and can register now!

YA Application Form

Open Enrollment

Do you know somebody outside of the district looking for a change in their child's education? Please help us spread the word that there are great things happening in Reedsville. Below is the link to the state open enrollment application for next school year.

The open enrollment application period for the 2025-26 school year is February 3 - April 30, 2025 at 4:00pm.

Open Enrollment Application

Order Your Yearbook Today!

High School Yearbook: www.yearbookforever.com

Jr. High Yearbook: Watch for order information within the next few weeks!

The 2023-24 yearbooks are in! Currently high school students were given their yearbooks. Graduated students can stop in the office during school hours to pick it up or please contact Ms. Brunn to arrange pickup.

Questions? Please contact yearbook advisor, Ms. Brunn! (rbrunn@reedsville.k12.wi.us)

Jr. High Sledding

- The junior high will be going sledding on Thursday, February 13th.

- Please see the permission slip and letter from Mrs. Zipperer.

Cell Phone Policies and Practices at RHS

With the beginning of the new year, it is a good time to reset and remind students of our cell phone policies and practices. The goal being working on student engagement, retention/attention, minimizing distractions, improving communication along with reducing the social pressures and cyberbullying that sometimes accompanies unrestricted cell phone use. Thank you for the continued conversations with your students and your support in making our learning environment as positive as possible.

If you have any questions, please reach out to me for a conversation.

Cell Phone Policies and Best Practices

Big East Conference Honors - Band & Choir Performance

Congratulations to our high school students who were selected to represent RHS at the Big East Honors Band & Choir Concert!! Students performed at the Manitowoc Civic Center on January 9th.

High School Winter Formal

Text & Email Announcements

If you are not getting text or email messages from the school district, complete the following steps. School messenger is used for important/urgent announcements including school closures/emergencies and we want to ensure that everyone that needs this information is receiving it.

- Log on to PowerSchool or call the school office to update your information including email & cell phone numbers.

- Text YES to 67587.

Questions? Use this handout as a resource.

School closings due to winter weather will also be posted on our school Facebook page and listed on local news stations.

Winter Sports

Welcome!

We are excited to welcome some new faces to RHS! Please join me in giving a big Reedsville welcome to:

- Ms. Vanessa Van Pay, Jr. & Sr. High Agriculture and FFA Advisor

- Mr. Jason Braun, Reedsville School District IT Director

Big East Conference Streaming

Looking to follow our winter sport athletes? Check out the live streaming available within our conference. Go Panthers!

Big East Conference Livestream Links

Empower

Some of our junior high students attended the Green Bay Packers Empower leadership conference which focus on mental strength and creating a positive environment. Students had the opportunity to listen to Darryl Bellamy who talked about being more fear(less) - recognizing that the fears we all have are the same fears that many others around us have. Students also heard from Packer greats Earl Dotson and Scott Wells. They finished their day taking a tour of Lambeau Field and creating care packages for the Ronald McDonald house. The future is bright with these amazing young leaders!