As we embark on another exciting school year, we are filled with enthusiasm for the opportunities ahead. Our tradition of fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment continues to thrive, even as we embrace innovation in virtual education. This year, we are committed to transforming the way our students learn, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed for success in a rapidly changing world.

To help your child start the year strong, we encourage you to establish a consistent daily routine, create a dedicated learning space at home, and stay actively involved in their virtual journey. Together, we can make this a year of growth, discovery, and achievement for every eCampus student.

Looking forward to a fantastic year ahead!

In Community -

Jason Bull

All families should have received an email from our eCampus Academy Liason, Keisha Logan about scheduling for the 2024-25 school year.

Please see the following guidebooks -

Elementary: Elementary Course Guide

Middle School: Middle School Level Course Guidebook

Grades 9-12: eCampus Academy Course Guide

If you haven't already contacted eCampus in regards to your course selection for the year, please reach out to Keisha Logan at keisha.logan@mywusd.org. If you would like to set up a meeting to to discuss your schedule, please use the following link to set up a quick meeting with Mr. Logan: eCampus Academy 2024-25 Planning

Picture Day is September 11th from 9am-12pm in the Educational Service Center (111 Dodge St, Watertown WI) Pictures will be taken in the board room. Please use the link below to schedule a time. Please select one slot per student.

Sign up Link

*A note for High School students, if you plan to attend any events or classes at the high school. A school ID would be required.

There is no charge to have your picture taken or receive a school ID. The only charge would be if you decide to order a package for your student. Please see the attached document with more information about preparing for picture day as well as a link to order online or print an order form if interested in a picture package.

Welcome back again for yet another amazing opportunity to learn and grow in eCampus! As we begin this new year, I want to emphasize the importance of attendance and consistency of effort. The more engaged you are every day, the more you open yourself up to your potential and maximize your personal growth experience.

This year, I want to challenge each and every one of you: step out of your comfort zone, explore new ideas, seek out, and embrace opportunities. Growth happens when we start doing things that aren't necessarily familiar or comfortable. So approach those challenges with confidence.

If you want to discuss your goals or need help planning your year, you can schedule time with me here: https://calendly.com/ecampusacademy/2024-25-school-planning

Remember what Eleanor Roosevelt said: "Do one thing every day that scares you." Let's make this year a journey of growth and discovery!

Every newsletter we try to provide some fun tidbits about our eCampus teachers and staff. Get to know a little part of them of each month. This month we asked the following question:

If you could pick up any skill in an instant, what would it be?

Mary Barr: Play an acoustic guitar.

Jason Bull: Invisibility.

Mike Burd: To play the electric guitar.

Erin DeBoth: Photography and videography skills.

Alexis Hail: Sewing.

Cathy Houchin: To be in more than one place at a time.

Bob Logan: Patience and understanding. I'm a work in progress.

Julie Pasbrig: I would like to be able to speak multiple languages.

Angel Vander Steeg: The ability to code any program.

Morning Meetings Starting Monday, September 23rd

4K/K Morning Meetings with Mrs. Hail Mondays at 9:00 - ZOOM LINK

1st - 3rd Grade Morning Meetings with Mrs. Hail Mondays at 9:30 - ZOOM LINK

4th - 5th Grade Morning Meeting with Mrs. Retzlaff at 10:00 - Zoom Link Here

September Events

3rd- Timberdoodle Welcome Session (option 1) 10am

3rd - Individual Virtual Learner Meetings (email sent on 8/28 to schedule)

3rd - Book Swap Open at eCampus Office

4th - Timberdoodle Welcome Session (option 2) 3:00pm

5th - First Assignments Due for Schools PLP Virtual Learners

11th - Picture Day at the eCampus Office

25th - STEM Day at the eCampus Office Noon- 2pm (more information to come)

Looking Ahead:

October 4th - Timberdoodle Monthly Submissions Due

Do you have books sitting in your at-home library that you no longer read? Maybe you finished a series of books recently or have switched interest areas and those books don’t get any more love. Please consider donating them to our Book Swap event!

There is a table designated for our Elementary Book Swap located at the eCampus Academy office (111 Dodge Street, Watertown). Please feel free to donate any age appropriate, well kept books that no longer receive any attention from your at-home library, to this event.

After donating your books from home, feel free to take a look at the selection of books. If there are some that spark your interest, feel free to take them with you! We do ask for you to be mindful when selecting books that they are going to be books that you are going to enjoy and utilize in your learning space.

This event will be running all through the month of September. Stop in at the eCampus Office anytime between 8:30am-3:00pm during these days!

Hello, I'm Mrs. Houchin, and I'm responsible for offering a variety of elective activities. These include a morning brain break three times a week, as well as classes in general music, art, coding, recorders, ukulele, and more. My classes will begin on September 10th. I invite you to come and explore what we have to offer!

If you're interested in starting with the recorder, please inform the office. Recorders are available for students in 2nd grade and above. Additionally, we have some ukuleles for those in 3rd grade and above if that interests you.

We are excited to be offering the coding club again this year. In partnership with Girls Who Code, we will be offering the opportunity to meet once a month and complete coding activities together. Please see the link below for additional information about the club in regards to the who, what, and when. The first meeting will take place for new members in the month of September to get started and get set up for the year. Returning members can also attend this meeting to confirm they are all set to the start the year with the club. October's meeting will encompass the first coding activity. If you have questions feel free to reach out to vandersteega@mywusd.org

Club meetings will last approximately one hour, once a month. Meetings can be attended in person or virtually. In person attendance is recommended. No coding experience required!

Please plan to attend the back to school orientation on Wednesday, September 4th, at 6:00 p.m.

https://mywusd-org.zoom.us/j/94133601813?pwd=QUaQuT6kEHh7fAg7gG3cvYQbiqY0jL.1

We will be introducing our teachers, answering questions, and talking about what to expect for the 2024-25 school year.

If you have a math class, you are expected to work on it for about an hour every day, 5 days a week. What is the single most important math skill? The ability to consistently work on your math! To encourage daily work, Mrs. Barr hosts math hour Monday - Friday from 10 AM - 11 AM. Join the CLASS app during this time (only Mrs. Barr can see you and/or your screen) and have a time/place to stay on pace with your math and ask questions when you need to (and get help right away!). You will find the link to the CLASS link on your SPLP landing page on your ALEKS class.

Start College Now provides an opportunity for high school students to earn college credit and high school credit at the same time. High school juniors and seniors are eligible to take classes during the Fall and Spring semesters. Tuition and books are paid by the school district. Contact eCampus for more information as deadlines do apply for each semester and can vary by Technical College.

Credits earned can by applied towards a degree at the Technical College and many other Wisconsin colleges.

The ECCP statute allows Wisconsin public and private high school students to take one or more courses at an institution of higher education for high school and/or college credit. Under this section, “institution of higher education” means an institution within the University of Wisconsin System, a tribally controlled college, or a private, nonprofit institution of higher education located in the state. While technical colleges are not eligible institutions under the new program, pupils that have completed 10th grade will continue to have the option to take courses at technical colleges through a separate statute, 38.12(14).

Students MUST submit their ECCP applications (no exceptions) to their school by:

• October 1 for spring courses
• February 1 for summer courses
• March 1 for fall courses

eCampus students in Grades 9-12 who attend WHS for any face to face classes or go to the digital learning classroom will need a parking pass. All parking information is collected online via Skyward. WHS Parking Permit forms can be found in the Online Forms link in Skyward Family Access.

The following information is requested in the online form: student driver’s license number, car make, model, year, color, current insurance vendor, and policy number. Parents will need to add the parking fee of $50 (which is specific to eCampus students) to the checkout process when completing the registration. The parking fee must be paid in full. After the parking permit form is submitted and paid for, tags can be picked up at the WHS bookkeeper's office.

The 2024-2025 yearbooks can be purchased online through the Herff-Jones website: http://bit.ly/2WFzrGD. The WHS order number is 3818 (if needed).

This year, the yearbook fee will be $50. This is the only way to purchase a yearbook for this school year. Please plan accordingly as no extra yearbooks will be ordered.

Senior yearbook photos will need to be uploaded directly to the Herff-Jones website: www.hjeshare.com and the school code is 825. The senior photo should be a headshot with no hands in the photo. The deadline to upload your senior picture is Friday, November 1, 2024. Hard copy photos and emailed senior photos will not be accepted.

Parents are reminded to double check the spelling of their senior’s name in Skyward as that name will be used for the yearbook and graduation purposes (diploma, etc.). If you want a middle name on your student’s diploma, please make sure it is updated in Skyward before the school year begins.

You can request a transcript through Parchment: Click Here for Parchment

If you are seeking an unofficial copy, please contact the eCampus Academy Registrar at vandersteega@mywusd.org

Attention high school-aged eCampus students and families! Did you know that eCampus Academy offers a Career and Accelerated Degree Pathways Program? Students in Grades 10-12 can pursue a Technical Diploma or Associate Degree while enrolled in high school in one of 10 high-demand career areas. These online courses, in cooperation with Wisconsin technical colleges, will also count as high school credit in eCampus. Students in Grades 9-12 who plan to attend a four-year institution may complete up to 30 transferable college credits, putting them on a path to potentially graduate with a Bachelor's degree in three years from a University of Wisconsin System School.

The eCampus Academy Pathways Program saves students time and money while accessing high quality, future-ready learning experiences and professional programs. We're really excited about this opportunity for students.

Please see the updated immunization requirements for school, grades K-12 below. These requirements are effective for the 2024-25 school year.

If you have any questions about immunization requirements, please contact Lynn Gilbert, District School Nurse at gilbertl@mywusd.org or 920.262.1460 ext 3219

Online Skyward Registration will be available until September 13. Families are required to go through the Online Skyward Registration process annually which can be completed from your home. Online Registration can be found via Skyward Family Access on the left hand side. Online registration requires the full web-based version of Skyward Family Access. It is not possible to register online through the Skyward mobile app.