STEM Elementary Newsletter

September 13, 2024

Mark Your Calendars!

October 11: Tie Dye Day! Click here for volunteer sign up

October 13: Waukesha Unlocked 10 am to 4 pm (see below for details and volunteer sign up)

October 14-18: Book Fair (see below for sign up)

October 18: Fall Dance (see below for details and volunteer sign up)

Click here for the 2024-25 School District of Waukesha Calendar

News & Updates

STEM Family Directory

We are pleased to share our 2024-25 Family Directory! This directory is created to be a useful source of information. It contains phone numbers, email addresses and home addresses of our families. There are some families who preferred not to be included or to omit some information and we honored their request.

This publication is intended for the sole use of Waukesha STEM Academy Elementary Campus families.

THIS DIRECTORY IS NOT INTENDED NOR SHALL PERMISSION BE GRANTED FOR COMMERCIAL USE.

Click the link below: There is a file with the entire school or separate classroom listings.

Click here for our directories by classroom

Extra Clothes Required

Please keep a spare set of clothes in your student's backpack in case of spills or other accidents. We keep a few items in the health room but sizes are limited and students prefer their own clothes if they need to change. If your student does come home with a loaned item from the health room, please wash it and return as soon as possible.

STEM Family Volunteers & Social Coordinators

We are thrilled to announce that STEM Elementary will be offering a variety of after-school social activities and volunteer opportunities for families throughout the year! In partnership with our STEM Governing Board, we’ll be sharing weekly updates and sign-up opportunities to keep you informed and involved.

Events & Opportunities

Below is a list of ideas inspired by the wonderful leadership of past coordinators and volunteers. If you’re interested in taking the lead on any open opportunities, helping out, or have a new idea you’d like to bring to life, please reach out to Mr. Pochinski at dpochins@waukesha.k12.wi.us. (Please only submit ideas that you are willing to lead.)

Fundraisers -- Dine to Donate, Scrip gift cards, & Staff Experience Raffles
Social Activities -- Carbs and Coffee, Fall Dance, Winter Movie Night, Spring Lego Night, & Ice Cream Social
Teacher Appreciations -- Stock the fridge, Conference Dinners/Lunch, & Holiday Scrip gift cards
STEM Food Share - Food Donations & Friday Distribution (see below)
Book Fairs (see below)

Please check out this section of our newsletter every week to stay informed about our fundraising efforts and sign up for volunteer opportunities. Volunteering gives you the unique opportunity to actively shape your child’s school experience, strengthen connections within the school community, and show your child the value of being involved.

10/13 - Waukesha Unlocked - Parent/Student Volunteers Needed

On the weekend of October 12th & 13th, the City of Waukesha is holding "Waukesha Unlocked." This citywide event provides community members & families the unique opportunity of visiting various buildings throughout Waukesha. On Sunday October 13th, STEM Elementary will be opening its doors to the community to check out what STEM has to offer.

The event is all planned out, but some volunteers are needed to monitor activity stations (Legos, Bluebots, Marble Maze, etc...). Check out the link below to sign up. If you are a guardian of a 4th or 5th grader, consider signing up together as no one can explain how awesome STEM is better than one of our students.

😀 Waukesha STEM Unlocked Volunteer Sign Up 😃

10/18 - FALL GLOW DANCE - Coordinator & Parent Volunteers Needed

Get ready for the ultimate family fun at the STEM Elementary School Fall Glow Dance! Join us for a night of glowing excitement—don’t forget to wear your (family friendly) costumes and light up the dance floor! The Fall Dance is one of our larger events, so please consider volunteering for a 30 minute timeframe. Sign Up below:

😀 STEM Fall Glow Dance Volunteer Sign Up 😃

As event details get solidified, more information will be sent home to families with all the dance details.

Fall Book Fair Volunteer Sign Up

Our Fall Book Fair will be held October 14-18. Click here to sign up for a slot! The more volunteers we have, the more hours the fair can be open!

STEMShare Supplemental Food Program

We are pleased to again offer our STEMShare program to families who need it. STEMShare provides healthy, kid-friendly foods to participating students at the end of each school week. We are currently running a STEMShare Stock Up contest (through 9/19). Bring in single serves of the items listed below, labeled with your child's teacher-- the class who donates the most food wins Popsicles with the Principal! Pancake Cups, Cereal, Protein/Breakfast Shakes, Fruit Cups, Chef Boyardee, Ramen Noodle Cups, Veggie Cups, Jello Cups, Pudding Cups, Mac N Cheese Cups, Chicken Salad Kits, Protein Bars, Fresh Fruit, Beef Sticks, Yogurt Pouches (the kind that don't need refrigeration), Applesauce Pouches, Oatmeal.

If your family would benefit from this service, please click here and complete the request form (this information is kept strictly confidential).

MakerSpace Request

Our MakerSpace could use donations of paint. Donations can be dropped off in the front lobby.

📌 Don’t Miss Out on our Two Facebook communities!

Check out the Waukesha STEM Academy page for the latest events, updates, and fun photos from all grade levels. Stay connected and engaged with the Waukesha STEM Elementary School Families page, your go-to for social connections, and community activities.