ETHS Weekly Update

Upcoming Events Calendar

Dear High School Parents & Guardians:

On Tuesday, March 12, 2024 only 11th grade students will be required to physically attend school as we will be administering the ACT. All other high school students (grades 9th, 10th, and 12th) will attend school virtually on this day. Every 11th grade learner in the state is required to take the ACT (providing valuable data to ensure student success after high school) on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

In addition, on March 19, 2024, all Freshman and Sophomore students will report to school for the PreACT. On March 19th, all Juniors and Seniors will participate in asynchronous (online) learning. Most Freshmen and Sophomore students will be done testing by 11:20 am. Lunch will be available after testing. At 11:50 am, transportation home will be available for any student who is done testing and does not have a ride home. If your student needs transportation home at 11:50 am, please fill out this Google Form by noon on March 11th, 2024. If your student has extended time for testing and will be testing in the afternoon, buses will run as normal at the end of the day.

In order to meet ACT and PreACT requirements teachers must be redistributed, class size and arrangement restrictions met, hallway traffic monitored, building areas blocked off, bells and announcements suspended, and lunch periods altered. These necessary modifications impact the learning of over non-test takers creating a need for flexibility in the schedule on the testing day.

East Troy High School will ensure the continued learning of non-test takers by using Virtual Learning Days, as other districts have done nationally. Our intent in using Virtual Learning Days is to provide East Troy learners with an opportunity to engage in quality learning on days they cannot be physically present in the school building, while also meeting state attendance requirements. Virtual learners (the non-testing students) will attend school virtually on the test days through technology-based programs such as Google Classroom. Learners who engage virtually, providing evidence of learning, will be marked “present.”

Staff will be communicating with students regarding virtual learning and expectations of Virtual Learning Days when we begin our new trimester on Thursday, March 7, 2024. The high school library will be open for students who do not have WIFI access at home.

We thank you for your ongoing support of our students as we continue to use innovative practices that support student learning.

Thank you,

Stacey Kuehn

East Troy High School Principal

The following students traveled to Clinton for the Rock Valley Conference Math Meet after school on Tuesday, March 5th:

Varsity: Marissa Cerny (grade 12), Jacob Kostenko (grade 12), Eleanor LaFreniere (grade 12), Aidan Manske (grade 12), Ben Markham (grade 12), Kyler Newkirk (grade 12), Layne Peters (grade 12), and Jenna Voss (grade 12)

JV: Isabel Banks (grade 9), Maya Bong (grade 9), Gracy Fox (grade 11), Jack LaFreniere (grade 10), Riley Leonard (grade 10), Hailey Manske (grade 10), Kiera Miller (grade 11), and Caitlyn Preiser (grade 10)

They had an impressive showing. Varsity came in 6th and JV took first place! We also had several students recognized for their individual scores:

Jacob Kostenko (Varsity) - 5th place

Jack LaFreniere (JV) - 1st place

Isabel Banks, Gracy Fox, & Hailey Manske (JV) - tied for 7th place

Caitlyn Preiser - 11th place

All students did a great job representing ETHS. We are very proud of their accomplishments!!

HOSA hosted the first ever Family Feud at ETHS this past week! There were 8 teams in the tournament! One of the teams was a team of teachers who were taken out of the tournament by the winners :)

HOSA sponsored the event as a fundraiser for our State Leadership Conference, and charged $1 to watch on the last day. With a 1 point steal in the championship round, below are the winners of the first ever ETHS Family Feud tournament: Nikola Tesla Fan Club - James Martin, Geb Kozanoglu, Cody Freudenstein, Austin Lysaght, Collin Charland, Isaac Hickman! Thank you to HOSA for a fun and creative fundraiser!

We are excited to offer zero hour (before school) weights class this trimester. Class runs from 6:30-7:10 am and is facilitated by Coach Sallis. Students in the class earn a .33 Physical Education credit. Our hope is to continue to offer zero hour physical education next year as well. It's a great way to start your day and earn a PE credit. You do not have to be an athlete to take the course, you simply have to enjoy working hard! See your counselor if you're interested in signing up!

EAST TROY HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS 2024

Applications must be completed and turned in through Going Merry on Monday March 11, 2024 by (3:00 pm)

APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED LATE!

Our local scholarship program applications are being hosted on Going Merry this year!

View our school page here. Make sure to check each scholarship’s description and eligibility requirements!

For step-by-step instructions on signing up and applying to our local scholarships, please read this support article. Going Merry’s support center has answers to Frequently Asked Questions, so please search there first if you have general questions about how to use Going Merry.

All supporting documents (such as transcripts, rec letters, etc.) are required to be attached before you submit so make sure not to wait until the last minute to start your applications.

Our scholarship program’s deadline is 3/11/2024 at 3pm

Our scholarship program’s contact person if you have questions is Ms. Boston

PROM TICKETS ARE ON SALE UNTIL MARCH 15!!

Class of 2025 Prom: Saturday, April 6, 2024 (Student Check in 3:30pm)

Prom tickets are $90 each (this covers: grand march, bussing, dinner, dance, etc.)
- Checks can be made payable to ETHS

Post-Prom tickets are $30 each (this covers: Urban Air, raffles, etc.)
- Checks can be made payable to East Troy Post Prom

Juniors, Seniors & their guests are invited to attend. If you plan to bring a guest from another school, you must get a guest dance form from the main office. This form MUST be signed by their school. Don't wait to get it filled out!

The LAST DAY to purchase a prom ticket is Friday, March 15!!

Dear Parents of Juniors,

As the end of the school year approaches, we are gearing up for one of the most anticipated events for our students - Post Prom! It's a night where memories are made and cherished. To ensure that this year's Post Prom is a resounding success, we are reaching out to you, our supportive parent community, for your generosity and contributions. Here's the link for the signup genius to sign up for donations: Post Prom Donation Signup Link

We are seeking donations to help make this event as fun and memorable as possible for our children. Please see the attached Sign-Up Genius to get involved. Your contributions will go a long way in creating an unforgettable experience that our juniors will treasure forever.

Here are some ways you can contribute:

Cash Donations: Cash donations are incredibly helpful in covering various expenses for Post Prom. You can conveniently make cash donations via Venmo to @sarah-halbesma.

Drop Off Donations: If you prefer to make your donation in person, you can drop it off at the school office. Please address it to the attention of the Post Prom Committee.

GIft Card Donations: Check out our Sign-Up Genius as we are looking for gift cards to raffle off to those attending the event. Gift cards can be purchased and dropped off in the school office. Please address it to the attention of the Post Prom Committee.

Every donation, no matter the size, is greatly appreciated and will directly benefit our students. Your support ensures that we can provide a safe, entertaining, and enjoyable environment for our juniors to celebrate this special occasion.

If you have any questions or would like to get involved in the planning process, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Your input and assistance are always welcome!

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support. Together, we can make this year's Post Prom a night to remember for our students!

Warm regards,

Post Prom Committee

Jostens will be here during both lunches on Thursday, March 21st to deliver any items purchased through them for graduation. Any money owed on orders will need to be paid at that time. See Mrs. Harding with any questions.

CESA 2 has some exciting changes to announce to the families at East Troy High School! Please feel free to reach out to them with any questions regarding Drivers Education.

Your teen is or is soon to be eligible for Drivers Education at East Troy School District. Teens are eligible to start the classroom/online portion as early as 14 years, 9 months old. Driver Education is a foundation course which teaches the theory of responsible driving. Emphasis is placed upon introduction of mechanics of driving, execution of most driving operations, and a thorough understanding of rules of safe driving.

We have recently launched a new website which will make registering your teen a quick and simple process. You can click the link below to bring you to the CESA 2 Driver Education website to create an account:

Set up a CESA2 account to register for courses.

We have the following upcoming courses available in addition to the online course at East Troy School District: ZOOM CLASSROOM, Mar 12 - May 14 @ 4:30 pm

REGISTER NOW

Zoom sessions are held 4:30 - 6:30pm *No Class 3/25 & 3/27

Jun 10 - Jul 2 8:00 am

REGISTER NOW

Zoom sessions are held 8-10AM. Link for the zoom session will be emailed the day before the first day of class. Jul 8 - 31 @ 8:00 am

REGISTER NOW

Zoom sessions are held 8-10AM. No Class 7/15/24 Link for the zoom session will be emailed the day before the first day of class.

If you have additional questions, please email: driversedsupport@cesa2.org

If your teen is already registered, please disregard this email.

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Emily Willoughby

CESA 2 Drivers Education Program Coordinator

CESA 2 Drivers Education

www.cesa2drivered.org

P.O. Box 400
Spring Green, WI 53588

608.588.3727

March is here and that means spring sports are starting!! If you are planning on participating in a spring sport, you must have a practice permit. In order to get your practice permit you must have the following completed-

1) $100 fee paid- You can pay online with a credit card or bring cash or check made out to ETHS to the main office.

2) Codes and policies, concussion protocol and sudden cardiac arrest information signed off. Most did this during registration, see Mrs. Harding in the main office if you did not.

3) Current Physical on file at the school (no more than 2 years old) You can see what we have on file under the health tab in skyward family access.

Start dates for Spring Sports-

Track- March 4th

Softball- March 11th

Baseball- March 18th

Girls Soccer- March 18th

Boys Golf- March 25th

Boys Tennis- March 25th

A Grad Gram is a great way for you to do this!
Grad Gram boxes with blank grams are found in the HS main office, IGA Hansen, and various school events in the upcoming months.

Write the student’s FIRST and LAST name on the line and your message in the blank box. Don’t forget to sign your name as well.
Place the completed Grad Gram(s) and money in the slot of the box. Grad grams are $1 each. Cash or check made out to East Troy Key Club is accepted.
All the Grad Grams will be compiled into booklets by Key Club students and delivered to seniors before graduation.
Deadline to submit a Grad Gram is May 12th.

On Wednesday February 7 during resource, the ETHS Class of 2024 Local Scholarships were presented.

Seniors learned how to apply to the scholarships through an online scholarship website called Going Merry. Each student was given the Google Classroom Code of k6o26hc to view all available scholarships and additional resources. Local Scholarships are due Monday March 11 2024 at 3pm (no exceptions).

If you have any questions, please reach out to your school counselor.

Key Club is raising money for a number of great causes, including service learning opportunities, the East Troy Dog Park (bags and maintenance), and a meal for East Troy firefighters this month. Please consider supporting Key Club's cause by clicking the image.

Thank you for the support!

Attention Class of 2024 Parents/Guardians

The East Troy High School Yearbook staff gives you two ad options to honor your senior; Ads for Grads and/or Personal Ads. Of course, you’re welcome to do both! Please see the attached flyer for more details regarding sizes and prices.

Ads can be purchased through Walsworth at yearbookforever.com. The deadline to purchase an ad is Friday, February 23, 2024.

Student-athletes participate in training from 3-5 pm on Monday and Wednesday with trainers from ETS. There are two sessions - one from 3:15-4:15 and a second session from 4:15-5:15 pm. Students are invited to participate in these training sessions. Morgan Lese will provide training to students on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Fitness Center hours are 3:15-8 pm. More information to come as we embark on a new Trojan Tradition!!!

Are you interested in watching ET Athletics but can't make it to the game? Please use the ETHS YouTube channel to support our teams!

www.youtube.com/@easttroy-athletics

Our message to students this year is to get involved! Join a club, sport, or activity that supports your interests and future goals. If you have questions, please reach out to Mr. Brian O'Leary, our Activities Coordinator, for more information regarding athletics and clubs. Students will be able to sign up for clubs during the first week of school as part of a Resource lesson.

Email: kuesta@easttroy.k12.wi.us
Website: www.easttroy.k12.wi.us
Location: 3128 Graydon Avenue, East Troy, WI, USA
Phone: 2626426760
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EastTroyCommunitySchoolDistrict
Twitter: @ETCSD