School Matters 2/12/2024

2024

• John Schultz, Director of Student Improvement, along with Dave Lamers, Principal of Woodland Intermediate, Jason Nate, Principal of Mapleview Intermediate, and Teachers Janine Hendrickson and Sue Curtis gave an update on the Life Skills Initiative Implementation. The latest Plan for Excellence includes this new initiative within the Developing Problem Solvers category, specifically the development of Self-Leadership and Interpersonal Skills. The two deeper areas of focus being introduced this year are Perseverance and Time Management. The Principals and Teachers explained how the curriculum was developed, the barriers they faced, and how the lessons are embedded into all learning. The group gave insight into how the skills are being taught, and shared both parent and student feedback.
• Jackie DePeau, Principal of Kimberly High School, requested approval of the 2024 Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholarship recipients. Criteria for the scholarships is specified in policy 5451.01. The Board approved recipients Aanya Kasera, Madalyn Rooyakkers, Sophia Roehrborn and Owen Fries as well as four alternates.
• DePeau also requested approval of the 2024 Wisconsin Technical Excellence Scholarship recipients. Criteria for these scholarships is specified in policy 5451.02. Recipients Owen Hacker, Evan Stanislawski, Bennett Vandehey, and Lucas Puls, as well as four alternates were approved by the Board.
• Bob Mayfield, Superintendent presented the first reading of policy changes. Changes were recommended for policies 100 - Definitions: 122 - Board Powers; 144.3 - Conflict of Interest; 171.3 -Clerk; 2250 - Innovative and Pilot Programs; 2415 - Tutoring for Credit; 5517 - Student Anti-Harassment; 6325 - Procurement - Federal Grants/Fund; 7440 - Facility Security; 8310 - Public Records; and 8407- School Resource Officer Program.
• The Board convened in closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(e) to discuss 4K Center for Literacy Lease Negotiations.

More information about this meeting, including agenda, approved minutes and policy changes can be found on Boarddocs. For more information about upcoming Board of Education meetings, go to the District website.

Upcoming Board Meetings:

February 26, 2024

March 11, 2024

March 25, 2024

The Kimberly Area School District has announced that they will end their 10-year lease with Holy Spirit Church at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. As a result, a 4-year-old kindergarten program will be opened in each of the four elementary school buildings. Space is available in all elementary schools due to declining enrollment. The change will save the District $350,000 in administrative and operational costs per year, and reduce the 5-year structural deficit by $1.7 million.

Every year, our school nurses and Kimberly High School (KHS) Health Occupations Club students join forces to conduct vision screenings across the District. Impressively, over 2,000 KASD students were screened! Through this unique opportunity, the students gained a basic understanding of the vision screening process and practiced patient/healthcare communication. This hands-on experience isn't just about eye health; it's a real-world learning experience aligning with our commitment to career exploration and preparing students for the future. Our commitment stems from our most recent Plan for Excellence. The Plan for Excellence is a five-year plan that outlines our commitment to developing students who are community, college and career ready. This plan was shaped by school district staff, students, families, and community members through a series of listening sessions, classroom observations and surveys. Interested in learning more about your Plan for Excellence? Visit our district website for more information.

This is not a photo of USB flash drives. This device is a JUUL, the most popular type of e-cigarette, and it is causing concerns in our community. Not only are the devices designed to be discreet, but the “juice” used in these products often contains nicotine, yet it is marketed in fruity or appealing flavors. Here are a few resources on these e-cigarettes and tips on how to talk to your teen about them:

• Surgeon General’s website on e-cigarettes

• Tip sheet - Talk with Your Teen About e-cigarettes

• National Institute on Drug Abuse fact sheet

• FDA “The Real Cost” Campaign on the Dangers of e-cigarettes

• Stanford Tobacco Prevention Toolkit

Kimberly Area School District
425 S. Washington St
Combined Locks, WI 54113
Phone: (920) 788-7900
Robert S. Mayfield, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools

Board of Education

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