Beagle Bulletin January 16, 2025

Hello Lake Bluff Families,

I wanted to remind you that we have a couple days off of school next week. There will be no school on Monday, January 20 in celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In his honor, let us be reminded of those powerful words he spoke “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” We will also have off on Friday, January 24 as staff will be participating in professional development.

We have opened up registration for our 4K (4-year old kindergarten) for the 24-25 school year. If you have a child or neighbor that needs to register, please see the flyer below. Also, please note there is a 4K open house for ADULTS ONLY on January 29 from 6-7pm.

Finally, winter has officially arrived, and with that there are a few things to keep in mind when sending your students to school...

• If your student is sick please keep them home to help prevent the spread of illness at school. More information about when to keep your student home can be found at the link below.
• https://www.shorewood.k12.wi.us/departments/health-office/faqs

• The air is very dry and lots of kids have been coming to the health office with chapped lips, please consider keeping a small chapstick in their backpack or applying some before they leave for school in the morning.

• Please help remind your student of the importance of hand washing, hand sanitizer alone does not work against things like the Norovirus!

• Being in the cold won’t make you sick, but it can make you more likely to get sick if you’ve been exposed to germs. Please make sure your student has proper outdoor gear with them each day when they come to school.

Kind Regards,

Johanna French, Interim Principal

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

Mr. Elliott is Lake Bluff's Math Specialist. He has been an educator for the past 25 years and has been at Lake Bluff for the past 11 years. As a Shorewood resident, his 2 children have been part of the Shorewood School system and his youngest is now a senior at SHS. He loves being part of this community.

Mr. Elliott's Fun Fact: Mr. Elliott is an avid runner. He has participated in 3 marathons, five 50Ks, and one 100K. Now that's impressive!

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:

• Adult-Only 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.

Boutique Blowout

Returning on Saturday, February 1st is the bargain hunter’s paradise known as “Boutique Blowout.” Many of Milwaukee's chicest boutiques will be there to sell clothing and accessories at deeply discounted prices. This year’s event will again be held at the Atwater Cafeteria from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The $5 admission fee is donated to the Shorewood Recreation Department’s “Donation for Recreation” program, which provides financial support for anyone unable to afford the department’s activity fees.

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.