March 2025 District Newsletter

✨ Click the play button below to view a video message from Dr. Foeckler:

Hello Families,

As we continue working together to create an Exceptional Place to Learn, Work, and Engage in our schools, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your ongoing support and involvement. Your engagement makes a meaningful difference in our community, and this past month was a great example of that.

District leaders recently met with 142 community members, staff, and students to gather valuable insights on our school facilities. Focus group discussions provided important perspectives on our current spaces, future needs, and areas for improvement. The feedback shared will directly inform the work of the Facilities Advisory Committee as we continue planning for the future of our schools. Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed their voices to this process!

Community support takes many forms, during the week of February 17-21, we had the chance to recognize a special group of individuals who help keep our students safe every day, our crossing guards!

In celebration of Crossing Guard Appreciation Week, the School District of Whitefish Bay and the Recreation and Community Education Department delivered donuts and hot chocolate to our dedicated crossing guards. Families and students also joined in by sharing kind words, smiles, and messages of appreciation throughout the week.

Rain, snow, or shine, our crossing guards ensure students get to and from school safely. Many of our crossing guards have been serving for over 20 years, forming lasting connections with our students and families. Their commitment is truly invaluable, and we are grateful for their dedication. It was a joy to celebrate them, and we appreciate all the families who took part in showing their gratitude!

Thank you for your continued support in making our schools and community a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Your Partner in Education,

Jamie

If you weren't able to make it to opening weekend of Mamma Mia, you still have an opportunity to catch this outstanding performance from Whitefish Bay High School Theater! Tickets are selling fast!

When: 7:00pm on March 7 and 8
Where: Whitefish Bay High School Auditorium
Tickets: $20 for Adults, $15 for Senior Citizens, & $10 for Students

Tickets Available at WFBHSTHEATER.COM

ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.

The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit for any theater. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget! Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show! Come join us for a night of live theater that will leave you dancing in the aisles!

The District is conducting a long term facilities planning process. On September 18, 2024, the School Board approved a Facilities Charter, a document that will guide the facilities planning process. The Charter was created based on input from the Board, as well as the Facilities Subcommittee. Stay engaged and up to date throughout the process that could have a major impact on the future of the District!

The Facilities Advisory Committee, chaired by community members Nahid Afsari and Nicole Miskel, includes nearly twenty school community members, including family members, recreation participants, staff, and students, as well as board members, administrators, and outside consultants. The committee will learn about District needs related to facilities plan development with the goal of providing a recommended plan to the Board of Education.

Areas of learning for the group included:

• School Safety & Security
• Learning Environments with a Focus on the Middle and High Schools
• Learning Environments with a Focus on Richards and Cumberland
• Building Tours: Richards, Middle School, High School
• Visits to Nicolet Union High School and Bayside Middle School to see their recently updated spaces

Interested in following the work of the committee? Reach out to any committee member to learn more!

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the 142 students, staff, and community members who participated in one of the nearly thirty Focus Groups that were held at the end of February. Your input and feedback will be analyzed by the Facilities Advisory Committee and will help to inform their work as they progress through the long range planning process.

Interested in following the work of the committee? Reach out to any committee member to learn more!

The District is incredibly grateful to all community members who joined us for the Continuing the Conversation event in the Cumberland Great Room on December 4, 2024. Highlights from the event included:

1. Recapping the highlights of the 2023 Community Conversation;
2. Providing an overview of prioritized vision elements that emerged from the event and review progress that has been made with each element;
3. Soliciting reactions and suggestions to assist the District to move toward a desired direction.

Based on conversation and feedback from December 4th event, the District created a Summative Report. Topics included in the report highlight each of the priority areas identified at the Community Conversation in December 2023, with an emphasis on things are going well and potential areas of opportunity moving forward.

The School District of Whitefish Bay has several openings for seasonal (summer) full-time Summer Workers - Custodial staff and Grounds staff.

This position assists in providing safe and clean school spaces for students, staff members, families, and community members. This is a seasonal, summer-only, first shift, hourly position from 6/16/25 through approximately 8/22/25. The work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:30 am - 3:00 pm.

If you are interested in learning more about this amazing opportunity to serve the students, staff members, families, and community members of Whitefish Bay, please contact Richard Stadler, Administrative Assistant for Buildings and Grounds, at (414) 963-3962 or richard.stadler@wfbschools.com. Ready to apply? Click here to submit your application for Summer Worker Custodial Staff or Click here for Summer Worker Grounds Staff!

The School Board and School District invite you to attend School Board Meetings. Board meetings begin at 7PM in the High School Library Media Center, unless noted otherwise.

• March 12 -- Regular Business Meeting with the High School Report
• Tuesday, March 18 -- Committee Meetings

Subject to change. Please view BoardDocs for up to date meeting notices and agendas.

Curious about what is discussed at School Board Meetings? Linked below, you'll find key takeaways from the most recent School Board Meetings. Additional information can be found in BoardDocs.

• February 26 Board Meeting Takeaways

Cumberland Crochet Club met in the LMC, to flex their creative muscle and build connections between classmates. See more photos.

Richards students celebrated Decades Day! Can you match the outfits to their decade? See more photos.

Almost 300 middle schoolers attended Bay Social Night! They had plenty of fun options to enjoy including bingo, arcade/pinball machines, a basketball tournament, and of course lots of dancing! See more photos.

High Schoolers celebrated Winter Spirit Week! Friday afternoon included a pep rally with the Student vs. Staff Basketball game. See more photos.

Activities Newsletters are shared throughout the school year on the High School's website. Check back frequently to stay up to date with athletics and activities! Read More.

Do you have good news to share with the school district? We would love to hear from you.

Email: districtnews@wfbschools.com
Website: https://www.wfbschools.com/
Location: 1200 East Fairmount Avenue
Phone: 414-963-3921
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