Weekly Wauna Connect
February 29, 2024
Instrucciones para la traducción / Instructions for translation
Instrucciones para Traducción al español
Los boletines se publican a través del sitio web de SMORE. El sitio web SMORE tiene una opción de "traducir" disponible, ubicada en la parte superior del programa. Si tiene preguntas o está confundido acerca de la información compartida en este boletín, comuníquese con nuestro intérprete del distrito al (608) 206-5730
The bulletins are published through the SMORE website. The SMORE website has a "translate" option available, located on the top of the program. If you have questions or are confused about the information shared in this newsletter, please contact our district interpreter at (608) 206-5730
Friday, March 1st is the last day to order a MS yearbook
Vacations, Spring Break, and End of 3rd Quarter Approaching
Important! Potential spring break and end of quarter issues
This year, the 3rd quarter ends on Thursday, March 21st, immediately before the start of spring break. If your student will be missing school before Spring Break, they will need to complete any necessary work for the 3rd quarter in advance of their absence. Please have your student check in with all of their teachers well in advance of their absence to ensure they have the time necessary to complete all of their work prior to the end of the quarter. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and support for our teachers!
Upcoming Dates to Put on your Calendar
FFA Meeting - 3/11 Mrs. Puntney's Classroom
Parent/Teacher Conferences - March 18
End of 3rd Quarter - March 21
No School Parent/Teacher Conferences AM Only- March 22
Spring Break- March 25-29
Heritage Elementary School Open House - April 22 6:00pm-7:30pm
Registration for Track and Field is now open
If your child is interested in joining the Middle School Track and Field Team, registration is now open. Registration is done through Infinite Campus.
Heritage Last Look Community Open House
Deadline is Approaching to Submit Pictures
Take a Great Picture? We'd Love to Use it in our Yearbook!
Attention Families and Students:
If you are attending school events and take a great picture, please use this QR Code to submit them to us for review and possibly use in our yearbook! We'd greatly appreciate it! Please use this link or the QR code to upload your photos. You can submit multiple times.
WMS i-Ready Data Download
Open Enrollment/Intra-District Transfer
Please click on this link for information regarding Open Enrollment/Intra-District Transfer.
Reporting Bullying, Hate Speech, Racial Slurs, etc.
Hello families,
This is just a reminder that if you or your child knows of an incident where they or someone they know has been a victim of bullying, hate speech, racial slurs, making threats etc., we have a reporting tool on our website for sharing information with us. On the main page of our district website, you can find the 'Incident Reporting Tool' in two locations - under our QUICKLINKS menu or our FAMILIES menu (highlighted in the picture below).
In order for us to follow up on and address issues or concerns, we need as much information as possible, including names of victims, offenders, and witnesses. I assure you, all information will be kept confidential. If you have information about something that poses a more immediate safety concern, please do not hesitate to call both the police and the school to ensure it is addressed immediately. Thank you for your continued efforts to partner with us in keeping our schools safe.
Community Education News
Community Education: Babysitting Class - Ages 11 & Older
Is your student considering the prospect of babysitting in the very near future; perhaps seizing an opportunity to do so this summer, when school is not in session? The Waunakee Community School District Community Education Department is offering the BLAST (Babysitter Lessons And Safety Training) Babysitting Course. Students must be eleven years old and older in order to enroll in this class. Registration information along with additional class details can be found on the Community Education page of the district website under Babysitting Class.
Community Education: Adult Custom Sign Workshop
Unlock your creativity and join us at the WCHS Innovation Center for a hands-on workshop that is perfect for beginners and design enthusiasts alike. Participants will dive into the world of design to craft a personalized sign from start to finish. No prior experience is necessary as instructors will teach and assist participants. All supplies and materials will be provided, and participants will leave the class with completed projects. Registration information along with additional class details can be found on the Community Education page of the district website under Innovation Center Classes. We look forward to seeing you at the WCHS Innovation Center!
WCSD 4K Registration
Waunakee Aquatic Center Program Offerings
Waunakee Aquatic Center spring swim lesson registration opens Thursday, March 14th at 6:00 p.m.
Please visit the aquatic center website for more information and to view the class offerings.
Classes will meet on Wednesday and/or Sundays in April and May.
Families are encouraged to review the swimming lesson placement criteria to help determine the proper level. We expect classes to fill very quickly. Moving swimmers to a different level/class will be unlikely due to classes being at capacity. Swimmers who do not meet the criteria for the class they are registered for will be issued a refund if there is not an available seat in a class that fits their swimming ability.
Snow Day Procedures 2023-2024
As the winter weather is approaching, our district has sent out communication regarding winter weather procedures. Click on this link to review the District's procedures. Communication - Snow Day Procedures 2023-2024. This information can also be found on our website, as well. https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/families/school-closingsweather
🖥️ Technology Tips for Parents/Guardians
Are you traveling and need to keep track of students assignments/grades?
Tips on How to Use Schoology as a Parent:
You have viewing access to your student's Schoology courses, therefore, please feel free to visit all their courses and become familiar with how they are organized. Click on this link to take you through the steps to access Schoology.
Note: Infinite Campus is still our main reporting system for grades and there may be additional assignments in Infinite Campus that are not in Schoology (ie: Participation, discussion, etc). Also, the overall grade calculation in Schoology will not be accurate, as any weighing of categories happens in Infinite Campus.
Missing School or Getting Picked up Early?
For your convenience, you can submit your attendance request via three convenient options:
Infinite Campus- click here to view instructions on how to submit a new absence request in the Parent Portal, view absence requests, and how to delete a request. For questions or help creating a Campus Parent account, please reach out to Julie Gengler, District Registrar, via email. You can also visit our school websites under the Family Tab/Attendance for more information.
Attendance Line has a 24/7 voicemail that you may use anytime. You may call the attendance line at (608)849-2065 press 1. Please clearly state/spell your child's name, reason for absence, your name and phone number.
Email at wms_attendance@waunakee.k12.wi.us to leave a message with your child's name, reason for absence and your name & phone number in case we need to reach you..
If you'll be seeing a medical provider, please obtain a note and forward it to the attendance email and we'll be happy to code the absence as medically excused.
2023-2024 Lunch Menus
Middle School Menus.
Community Events and Fliers
School Transportation Information
Purchase Tickets and/or Passes to Athletic Activities
Please click on the link below for instructions on how to purchase passes and/or tickets to Waunakee Community High School's athletic activities. Communication Link
When to Keep Your Child Home From School
Please review the Health Guidelines for Attendance. If you have questions after reviewing the guidelines, please contact the Health Room Assistant at (608)849-2060
Past Weekly WaunaConnect Newsletters
Did you miss something? See past Family Newsletters here
WMS Contact Information
Jeffrey Kenas, Principal,
jeffreykenas@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Michael Zibell, Associate Principal,
michaelzibell@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Patricia Coffren, Administrative Assistant,
patriciacoffren@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Lynn Miller Administrative Assistant Attendance,
Attendance 608-849-2065, Select language, then press1 for wms_attendance@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Tammy Willborn, Health Assistant, tammywillborn@waunakee.k12.wi.us