PJSD Family Newsletter
December, 2024
Superintendent Message
PJSD Families-
We hope that all of you are well as we ramp up for the holiday season!
We have much to celebrate as we cross into the second half of December. Riverview's "Deck the Halls", PHS "8th Grade Visit", and all of our winter concerts were great successes. Our thanks goes out to all who had a hand in creating these wonderful experiences for our students, families, and community.
While we celebrate our local successes, recent events in Madison cause all of us a moment of pause as our hearts ache for the families involved. Please know that we will continue to work every day to ensure the safety of our students and staff in the Plymouth School District. Included below are two resources that provide guidance for adults looking to support their children following such events:
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Families and Educators
Resources for Families- Processing Grief and Traumatic Events
We are excited for the opportunities that lie ahead in 2025. Together, we will continue to focus on providing an enriching, safe, and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.
On behalf of our entire team, enjoy a wonderful, restful holiday season with your families.
Be well, and Go Panthers!
Scott Stier
Superintendent
Weather-Related Cancellations
- Any weather-related school closings, delays, cancellations, etc., will be posted on our Cancellations webpage. If you would like to receive a text message, please sign up for Skylerts.
Panther Pro Shop
- Need more Panthers apparel? The PHS Business Education Dept. has launched a new online spirit wear store called the Panther Pro Shop.
Community Ed. and Rec. Winter Session
- Community Ed & Rec will offer 60 opportunities for all ages this winter, including 16 new offerings! Registration is now open via the MyRec system. Classes begin the week of Jan. 6.
A New Way to Receive Bus Route Updates
In order to streamline communication from Johnson School Bus to families regarding route interruptions, we've created two Remind “classes” that you can join: Elementary School Routes and PHS/Riverview MS Routes. Going forward, all bus route notifications will be sent via Remind only.
Anyone can join one or both classes. Once you join, you will receive notifications or texts any time Johnson School Bus sends a message to that class.
Click here for instructions on how to install the Remind app on your smartphone to get push notifications, as well as instructions on how to sign up for text notifications if you prefer not to use the app.
Board Update - 12/17/24
- Approval of Consent Agenda
- Legislative Update - Scott Stier
- Panther Spotlight - Riverview Middle School
- Approval of the Plymouth School District Safety Plan - Scott Stier
- Finance, Buildings and Grounds
- Consideration of gifts and corresponding budget adjustments
- Academic Pillar of Excellence
- Approval of Plymouth High School course work proposals - Joe Brandl
- Presentation and discussion of 2024-2025 School Report Card - Dena Budrecki
- Approval of 2025-2026 School Calendar - Amy Williams
- Period of Public Participation
- Board Liaison Reports
- Community Ed - Sally Isely
- Plymouth Education Foundation - Janell Bohn
- Family Resource Center - Kathy Tournour
- Personnel
- Approval of Matt Mueller as Principal of Horizon Elementary School
- Support Staff Update
- Travel
- Updated approval of Riverview Social Studies trip to Washington, D.C. for June 8, 2026-June 12, 2026
- President Report
- Superintendent Report
- Student/Staff Accomplishments
- Upcoming Events
PJSD Employment Opportunities
Please share our opportunities with friends and family who may be interested.
Support staff
We are currently accepting applications for the following support staff:
- Part-time Custodian 1 - 2nd Shift at Riverview Middle School
- Server/Cook (5.25 hours/day)
- Server/Cook (4.5 hours/day)
- Special Education Aide at Fairview Elementary School - approximately 25 hours per week
- Special Education Aide at Plymouth High School - 29.5 hours per week
- Substitute Custodian
- Substitute Special Education Instructional Aide
Extracurriculars
125 S. Highland Avenue
Plymouth, WI 53073
Phone: (920) 892-2661 x1003
Email: sstier@plymouth.k12.wi.us