Beagle Bulletin February 6, 2025

Hello Lake Bluff Families,

As much as we love our furry friends, they unfortunately are not allowed on school property at any time. This is for the safety of all. Please keep your dogs home during pick-up and drop-off. Additionally, the school grounds (even during non school hours) is off limits for dogs, however, I hear there is a wonderful dog park at Estabrook if your furry companion needs a place to run.

Speaking of safety concerns, I wanted to remind you that the parking lot is for staff use only. It is not to be used as a student drop off location. Student drop off occurs on Lake Bluff Blvd in "hug and go" zone. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school safe and clean.

Monday, February 10 is the last day to get entered in to the 4K lottery for 25-26 school year. If you or anyone else you know would like to be entered into the lottery for a morning slot, please remind them of the deadline.

Have a safe and nice weekend!

Kind Regards,

Johanna French, Interim Principal

Dear Families,

Earlier this week, I met with Interim Principal French and with school staff to discuss how we will approach the recruitment process for the Lake Bluff principal position.

Hearing from you about the qualities and experience you want in your Principal and the priorities you feel need to be addressed is the first step, and I hope you will take a few minutes to complete this survey.

Together with staff survey results, your input will be very important in determining our recruitment needs and next steps. I will provide a follow up communication about the process during the week of February 17.

I look forward to receiving your feedback!

Laurie Burgos, Ph.D.

Superintendent

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is scheduled to reconstruct WIS 32 (N. Lake Drive) between East Edgewood Avenue and East Kensington Boulevard in the Village of Shorewood, Milwaukee County, starting in February 2025. Click here for an overview of the work that will be done as part of the WIS 32 project. All work is scheduled to be completed in late fall 2025.

REMINDER: The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is hosting a project open house public involvement meeting on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Shorewood Village Center, 3920 N. Murray Avenue. A short presentation will begin at 6 p.m.

Project team members will be available to answer questions regarding construction.

If anyone you know would like to receive updates or forecasts for this project, please have them contact the public involvement team at ConnectSE@devorpr.com or call 262-933-0467

Friday, February 21 Comedy Improv, open to grades 4-6, 3:30-5:20

These fun workshops are taught by Jordan Reichardt, an expert improv teacher and performer, who teaches comedy through games. Coming to both sessions is preferred, but not required. This is organized by Ms. Church, sponsored by the PTO. Required: Parent/guardian permission, and student understanding of behavior expectations. Nut-free snacks are provided.

Here’s the link to sign up: bit.ly/LBComedyForm

Every week we will try to showcase some important people that you may not know who contribute to the success of Lake Bluff.

Mr. Wallner is Shorewood's Instructional Technology (IT) Manager. He has been at Shorewood for 11 years. He was thrilled to have an opportunity to work at his alma mater: a place he knows and loves. He began his career in Shorewood as "instructional technology support" and has advanced to IT Manager. Jack is truly a jack of all trades and his knowledge base runs deep. We are lucky to have him on our team!

Mr. Wallner's Fun Fact: Mr. Wallner is a Shorewood Alumni, in fact he went to Lake Bluff. He remembers the days when they would light a fire in the fireplace in the library for story time. Clearly it was a LONG time ago.

Upcoming School Board Meeting

Please join us for a school board meeting on Tuesday, February 11 at 7pm. The meeting will take place at the high school in LMC North. The meeting agenda will be posted on the Friday before on our website. We look forward to seeing you there!

Shorewood High School Featured in Milwaukee Magazine

Since implementing our cell phone policy, great things are happening at Shorewood High School! Check out the latest article in Milwaukee Magazine, highlighting the policy we adopted earlier this year and its impact on classroom learning!

https://www.milwaukeemag.com/new-policy-at-shorewood-high-school-is-cracking-down-on-student-phone-usage/

4K and Resident Student Enrollment Now Open!

If your child turns four on or before September 1, 2025, now is the time to register for 4K!

Why Begin Your Child’s Education Journey at Shorewood School District?

• Outstanding Academics

• Experienced Faculty

• Student Centered Approach

• Safe and Inclusive Environment

• Wraparound care through Milestones

How to Register:

• If you have another student in the district, log into Infinite Campus Parent Portal

• If you are new to the district, visit our new student enrollment page for further information

Important Dates to Add to Your Calendar:

• Open House at Atwater and Lake Bluff Elementary: January 29, 2025 from 6-7pm

• Lottery Registration Deadline: Monday, February 10, 2025

• Placements Announced: On or before Friday, February 14, 2025

Please note, interest in morning 4K enrollment is high. If you are interested in AM 4K, you must register by Monday, February 10, 2025, to be entered in a lottery for available seats.

Conservation Committee Film Fest

The Shorewood Conservation Committee Presents: Bee Wise-three short films on protecting Pollinators. This movie is the final production of the annual film festival that kicked off in January. The movie will be shown at the Shorewood Library on Thursday, February 13 at 6 p.m. It is free to attend!

The Friends of the Shorewood Public Library are planning to fill the village with yard signs in support of the library, beginning on April 6 when National Library Week kicks off.

This year’s yard sign campaign will be bigger than ever. And signs with a new slogan will replace the “I Love the Shorewood Library” signs that have been used in the past.

Does a member of your household have an idea for a great new slogan you’d like to share? A contest to choose a new yard sign slogan is being hosted by the Friends. Entries can be submitted using this Library Yard Sign Campaign link. The contest closes on Feb. 28 and a winner will be announced in March. Students are encouraged to enter.

Registration for the 2025 SLL Softball season is officially OPEN! To register, go to ShorewoodLittleLeague.com and click on the Registration tab to get started.

Our program is open to girls who are currently in grades 3 through 8. Families who register more than one player (including in SLL baseball) receive a discount.

Practices will begin at the start of May, with games running through June and July. We encourage beginners as well as athletes who are active in other sports to participate in this summer program. We are planning on a fun and competitive season where girls get to play with their friends while making new ones. Games and practices will mostly take place in Shorewood.

If you have any questions about registration or the program, please let us know.

SPRING CLINICS

Shorewood Little League and the Grey Falcats co-op, the high school program that includes Shorewood High School, Brown Deer High School and the University School of Milwaukee, will once again host spring clinics for youth players at Shorewood High School this spring. Clinics will be led by Grey Falcats varsity coach Chris Miller. The clinics are a great way to hone your skills and get ready for the coming season.

There are two sets of clinics.

1. Softball Camp, on four consecutive Sundays from Feb. 23 through March 16, focused on hitting, fielding and conditioning.

2. Pitching Clinic, on April 6, 13, 27 and May 4.

To register, go to ShorewoodRecreation.org, click on the "Youth Sports" tab, and then "Softball."

Please contact Vivian Yates (vivianpyates@gmail.com) with any questions.

The Shorewood School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, creed, ancestry, pregnancy, marital or parental status, gender identity or expression, veteran status, physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or any other legally protected status in its educational programs, activities, or employment with the District. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following designee handles inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer, 1701 E. Capitol Drive, Shorewood, WI 53211, 414-961-2854, humanresources@shorewood.k12.wi.us.