October 27- Referendum Information Session - 6 p.m. MHS Performing Arts Center
October 30- Lost and Found will be donated by 2pm
October 30- HGD Family Night in the MPR- 6 pm (intended for 4th and 5th grade families)
November 1st- 4th Grade-- Taste of Wisconsin
November 8th- PD Day No School
November 4th-7th- Fall Conferences Week
November 4th-7th- Book Fair (Information below)
November 15th- Fall Activity Fees Due
November 19th- Orchestra Field Trip
November 27th-29th- Fall Break- No School
Hello Waubesa Families,
Wow! What an awesome turnout for our 2nd annual Family Fun Night on Wednesday, October 23. We had more than 700 attendees for this event! We are incredibly grateful for all of the support from the Waubesa staff and school community to make this event a success. This is a true example of our school theme this year; โSoaring Higher Together.โ
The fall season is upon us and that means unpredictable weather. Please support your child in coming prepared with appropriate clothing and outdoor gear. Encourage independence by having your child check the weather and help them strategize the most appropriate gear. The end of the month also means Halloween which is traditionally celebrated in the village of McFarland on October 31. Just a friendly reminder that we ask that students not come to school with Halloween costumes.
If you have any questions or suggestions throughout the school year, we encourage you to use this form. We appreciate hearing directly from families when they have questions or concerns; thank you.
Thank you for your continued support. Soaring Higher Together!
Corey Shefchik: Principal
Brooke Hauser: K-5 Associate Principal
Our lost and found is growing. We will be donating lost and found on October 30th by 2pm. Please stop by to check the lost and found if you are missing something. If you plan on checking the lost and found our doors open at 7:25am and close at 4pm. Please bring your ID for a smooth check in process.
School Avoidance: If your student is having a hard with the transition back to school, please do not hesitate to reach out to Student Services. We are here to help support both you and your student! You can reach out to Emily Gierl at gierle@mcfsd.org for this as well.
Waubesa Student Services Team (website)
Casey Popowski: School Counselor, 3rd and 4th grade Lifeskills Teacher
Casey Ruhland: School Counselor, 5th grade Lifeskills Teacher
Kayla Gauwitz: School Psychologist
Emily Gierl: School Social Worker
WIS is currently asking for the following donations:
- Gum: any flavor any amount! Used as a regulation strategy for some students.
- Clothing items: Girls shirts size M-XL. Boys shirts size L-XL or gender neutral shirts size M-XL. Youth pants L-XL.
- Snacks: Goldfish, pretzels, chocolate chip granola bars and/or golden grams. We will package snacks in portion sizes.
NEW! We are also revamping our regulation spaces in our classrooms and are looking for a few supplies for our teachers. Amazon orders can be sent to Kayla Gauwitz- 5605 Red Oak Trail, McFarland.
Please drop any donations in the front office labeled with "WIS Student Services."
The last groups of safety patrol began Wednesday, October 23rd. If your student has not been on a patrol yet, please reach out to Mrs. Jordan via email: jordanr@mcfsd.org
Bridging Brighter Smiles Dental Clinic
Bridging Brighter Smiles Dental Clinic will be back at WIS on Tuesday, October 22nd and Tuesday, October 29th for their fall visits! It's not too late to enroll! See flier information for more details and how to enroll; as well as the MSD Health Service website for additional Dental Resources.
AAAAAA CHOOO! Cold & Flu Season
โผ๏ธ Please review DHS update regarding increased Pertussis cases in Wisconsinโผ๏ธ You can also find information and resources linked in the article. Please reach out to your medical provider with questions, Thank you!
With the cold and flu season in full swing, please review our Guidelines for sending your child to school. Remember, if your child is sick please keep them home and seek medical evaluation as needed. Students will be sent home with the following symptoms:
Temperature above 100.4ยฐF
Vomiting or diarrhea
Frequent uncontrollable cough
Your child should remain at home until fever, vomiting/diarrhea has stopped for 24 hours without the use of medication. If they have been prescribed antibiotics, please see the MSD Health Services Handbook and DHS Wisconsin Childhood Communicable Disease guidelines for when they may return to school. As well, please notify the School/Health Office if your student has tested positive for a communicable disease such as: Influenza/Flu, Covid 19, Pneumonia, Strep Throat, RSV, Hand Foot & Mouth, Pertussis, etc.
Thank you for your partnership as we work to keep our students and staff healthy and safe each day!
