Key News for Families

As we officially enter the holiday season, I wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. We have much to be grateful for in our school district and our community. I hope all of our students, families, and staff are able to take much deserved time away from school during the upcoming break.

Thank you!

Dr. Joe Koch

All district families are reminded that there will be no school next Wednesday, November 22, through Sunday, November 26, for Thanksgiving Break. The Mukwonago Area School District wishes all families, students, and staff a restful time away from school! School resumes Monday, November 27.

The district office will be open on Wednesday, November 22, with reduced hours. The office will close at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and will reopen on Monday, November 27.

On Tuesday, November 14, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) released the 2022-23 district and school accountability report cards. The Mukwonago Area School District received a rating of Exceeds Expectations. Five MASD schools (Clarendon Avenue Elementary, Eagleville Elementary Charter, Prairie View Elementary, Rolling Hills Elementary, and Section Elementary) received ratings of Significantly Exceeds Expectations, while Big Bend Elementary and Park View Middle School were rated Exceeds Expectations, and Mukwonago High School was rated Meets Expectations.

DPI produces report cards for every school in Wisconsin which receives public funding. The report cards provide data on multiple indicators in four priority areas including student achievement, student growth, target area groups, and on-track and postsecondary readiness.

Visit the MASD School Performance webpage for more information, including to view this year's district and school report cards.

Artificial Intelligence, or AI, has been in the news in recent months. While it holds incredible power, like any technology tool its misuse in student learning can have significant negative impacts.

Last month, the MASD school board passed a new policy, Policy 7540.08 - Artificial Intelligence (AI), to establish the appropriate and inappropriate use of AI in district schools along with potential disciplinary consequences for students violating the policy. In addition, Policy 5505 - Academic Honesty, was updated to include the use of artificial intelligence platforms in place of one's own work as a prohibited student behavior.

Families should review these policies and, as appropriate, have conversations with their children about AI. Families or students with further questions should contact their school or their child's teacher.

District residents should watch their mailboxes for the latest edition of The Triad, your link to the Mukwonago Area School District. In the fall edition, learn more about the district's 4K program, see how MASD remains a fiscally-responsible district, read News Bytes from around the district, and more!

Click here to check out the digital version today!

Winter weather has returned! Click here to learn more about the district's procedures for closing school due to extreme cold or unsafe roads.

MASD has immediate openings in the following areas for the 2023-24 school year:

Performing Arts Center Assistant

This position is available at the Greenwald Foundation Performing Arts Center located at Mukwonago High School and starts at $18.00. Apply on WECAN or Indeed.

Manage all PAC areas, including the House and Box Office and maintain all PAC areas. Manage Volunteer Usher Corp, assist in scheduling and recording logistics.

Buildings and Grounds

MASD Buildings and Grounds has two openings:

• One full-time 2nd shift custodial position, limited benefits, typical hours M-F 3 pm-11:30 pm or similar hours.
• One part-time (29.75 hours per week) custodial position, typical hours M-F 4 pm-10 pm or similar hours.

Both positions start at $16.00 an hour commensurate with experience.

Contact Ron Pond (262.363.6200 x25859 or pondro@masd.k12.wi.us) for more information or to apply.

Tuesday, April 2, 2024, three school board seats will be up for election, including a west region seat, an east region seat, and a district at-large seat.

Visit our School Board Election Information webpage for more information, including an explanation of our regions, declaration of candidacy, nomination papers, and more.

A 4K parent information night will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at the Greenwald Foundation Performing Arts Center at Mukwonago High School. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. Parents interested in more information about the MASD 4K program and our community partners should plan to attend!

Details and dates regarding enrollment for 2024-25 will be released at a later date.

For additional information, visit our 4K Information webpage.

December 26-28, MHS soccer will host a winter break camp for children 18 months up to age 10. The soccer camp will be run by Soccer Stars and a portion of the proceeds will go to the MHS soccer program.

Click here for more details, including how to register!

Mukwonago High School (MHS) is seeking local businesses and community partners interested in donating money or items to support the school's Muk Way program, which teaches students to be respectful, responsible, engaged, and safe.

Click here to learn more about the program and potential opportunities. Or, email Marilyn Toshner, MHS teacher and student incentives lead, for more information.

The world-famous Harlem Wizards will visit Mukwonago High School on Saturday, January 6, at 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. for a day of great fun and fundraising. The Wizards will play a game against a team of MASD administrators, teachers, community leaders, and community members. Proceeds will benefit Clarendon Avenue, Eagleville, Prairie View, and Rolling Hills Elementary Schools with a portion of all ticket sales to benefit all MASD schools.

The event will feature a variety of fun interactive extras to complement the Wizards' dazzling demonstration of hoops artistry: Pregame "Wiz Kids" warm-up, contests, comedy, awesome slam dunks, audience participation, merchandise giveaways, and more. The games will conclude with the Wizards' signature dance extravaganza that will have the crowd on their feet!

To purchase tickets, and for more information, visit www.harlemwizards.com.

Click here to purchase 1 p.m. tickets or click here to purchase 5:30 p.m. tickets.

Be sure to check out the latest new offerings from MASD Community Education, including arts and crafts, foods, health and fitness, and more!

Please note: Winter Walking was incorrectly listed in the Fall Triad as occurring on Saturday. Winter Walking actually occurs on Sundays at Mukwonago High School. We apologize for any inconvenience.

To learn more about our anticipated course offerings and how to register, click here to visit our MASD Community Education webpage.

Or, follow MASD Community Education on Facebook for all of the latest course offerings and updates!

Parents United has two events coming up before the end of the year. Click the links below to learn more and register today!

How to Talk to Your Child About Addictive Behaviors - Wednesday, November 29, 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Stress and Anxiety in Youth - Wednesday, December 6, 9 - 11:30 a.m.

Earlier this month, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services launched a new service that will transform the support structure for families of children with delays, disabilities, special health care needs, or mental health conditions. Learn more by visiting the Wisconsin Wayfinder website or calling 877.947.2929.

The Mukwonago Area School District and Muskego-Norway School District have united to create a new digital job board for current students and recent graduates.

If you're an employer and would like to get involved, email Dustin Lehman, the district's Coordinator of College and Career Readiness, at lehmadu@masd.k12.wi.us.

If you are a job seeker, go to wijobboard.com and view available jobs in the Mukwonago area. New jobs are added all the time, so be sure to check frequently!

And parents, be sure to have your son or daughter check for summer employment opportunities!

As a service to our community, don't forget that MASD hosts a virtual Community Bulletin Board that is regularly updated with information from organizations providing services or activities. Be sure to bookmark the page and watch Key News for Families all year long for updates.

District Website

School Websites:

Big Bend | Clarendon Avenue | Eagleville | Prairie View | Rolling Hills | Section |

Park View Middle School | Mukwonago High School

Other Important Links:

Mukwonago Education Foundation | MASD Community Education | Lunch Menus | Ask MASD

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