Good afternoon, Whitman Families -

I hope you had a restful and enjoyable holiday break. With only two more weeks until winter break, we are working hard here at Whitman to stay healthy and engaged. There is so much learning to do now until the end of the semester, which will go quickly once we come back from winter break.

I was able to substitute in an 8th grade ELA class on Monday, and the lesson was on my literary hero, Maya Angelou. I was fortunate to have seen Dr. Angelou speak when I was a young high school English teacher. Her poise and strength still inspire me today, and I was thrilled to see the way our students responded to her poem, "Still I Rise." Whitman students continue to rise to the occasion. Thank you, families, for supporting them in their educational journey.

Have a lovely weekend!

In partnership,

Sarah Dianich

DECEMBER

• Wednesday 12/04/24 7:00 pm 8:15 pm - Whitman Orchestra Winter Concert (at West HS)
• Wednesday 12/18/24 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Whitman Winter Band Concert (at West HS)
• Monday 12/23/24 through Wednesday 1/1/25 Whitman Winter Break No classes for students

JANUARY Classes Resume Thursday 1/2/25

8th Graders - Whitman to West High School Transition Information for 24-25

• Monday January 6 - 6th period Tosa West counselors visit all 8th graders.
• Wednesday January 8th 6:30pm WAUWATOSA WEST HIGH SCHOOL COURSE INFORMATION NIGHT.
• CLASS OF 2029
• Tuesday January 14th Whitman counselors help 8th graders enter high school classes in Infinite Campus during ELA classes.
• Friday January 17th Students review and hand in signed course selection sheet with TW counselors during English classes during hours 3,4,6, and 7.

7th grade parent, Thomas Dietrich, visited Whitman's German I class on Friday, November 8, 2024. As a Swiss native, Mr. Dietrich put together a wonderful presentation about Switzerland and pointed out some regional differences between Germany and its neighbor to the South. We also listened to a music sample and got to taste some Swiss candy and chocolate. Students appeared interested and asked good questions at the end.

Danke für den Klassenbesuch, Herr Dietrich!

Main Office Phone: (414)-773-2600

Attendance Line or Use Infinite Campus: (414)-773-2602

Attendance and Early Dismissal Email: Angela Radaj

Assistant to the Principal, Teachers, and Staff: Jeanne Jarecki

(414) 773-2606

Administrative Assistant to the Associate Principal, Guidance, and Deans: Laticia Campbell
(414) 773-2605

Health Room Clerical Aide: Deanna Knasinski
(414) 773-2606

All students are responsible to turn in a Dell charger at the end of the year or a $40.00 fee will be placed on their account for a replacement. NOTE: Cheap chargers from amazon are not accepted. To purchase a OEM Dell replacement from amazon please use this link: https://a.co/d/iT6Go19

If you are looking for your coat, hat or other items

check lost and found outside of room 101.

Despite what students might say, headphones/earbuds are not an appropriate fashion accessory in a school or professional setting. As such, students will be instructed to put them away while in class and they should remain away unless students have been given the instruction to use them for essential and educational purposes. Refusal to follow this expectation will result in a referral for a Technology Violation and consequences will be be determined in accordance with our district's Disciplinary Framework.

Please enjoy the most recent edition of the Whitman Student Services Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/qz3x40

For scheduling issues or student concerns please contact Student Services:

Virginia Dubinski - Supports Students whose last names begin with A - G

414-773-2628 dubinsvi@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Lisa Gerlach - Supports Students whose last names begin with H-O

414-773-2626 gerlacli@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Don Devine - Supports Students whose last names begin with P-Z

414-773-2627 devinedo@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Mia Tatum-Crider Mental Health Specialist 414-773-2726 tatummi@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Lindsey Skaife School Psychologist 414-773-2634 skaifeli@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Zoey Reinhardt-Youth Mental Health Social Worker 262-202-9864 reinhazo@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

PTA will meet in the Library the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to 8:00pm.

• PTA Facebook Page

• Join the PTA

*****No December Meeting******

Tuesday January 14 10, 2025 - 6:30-8:00pm

Tuesday February 11, 2025 - 6:30-8:00pm

Tuesday March 11, 2025 - 6:30-8:00pm

Tuesday April 8, 2025 - 6:30-8:00p

Tuesday May 13, 2025 - 6:30-8:00p

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Registration is now open! Head to the WHITMAN SKI AND SNOWBOARD CLUB WEBSITE TO GET REGISTERED

Click Here to Register.

24-25 Whitman Ski and Snowboard if you missed the informational meeting check Whitman Ski and Snowboard Club Website: https://sites.google.com/wauwatosa.k12.wi.us/whitmanskisnowboardclub/home

Advisors: Mr. Kitzerow 414-773-2754 or kitzerbr@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Ms. Scott 414-773-2685 or scottme@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Mr. DeValk and Ms. Campbell are the 24-25 BSU Advisors which meets the third Thursday of each month from 3:40-4:25 in room 114. Dec 19, Jan 16, Feb 20, March 20, April 17, May 15th.

• Purpose: BSUs promote cultural diversity, empower students, and provide a space for students to celebrate Black culture

  
  

• Activities: BSUs may organize events, community service, and outreach programs

  
  

• Membership: BSUs are open to students of all races and backgrounds

  
  

• Leadership: BSUs develop leadership within the Black community on campus

• Please be mindful students/teacher and staff walking in the parking lot before and after school. Cars should not stop on the driveways at anytime, please pull in to parking spots there are always many available.
• For safety reasons, there is to be no loitering (to linger idly or aimlessly) of students in the school building or on school grounds after their daily programs are finished. Students must leave the school grounds no later than 3:50p.m. (2:50 on Early Release Wednesdays) unless they are attending a school-sponsored, supervised activity, or they have a scheduled appointment with a teacher.
• Students must also be picked up right after clubs and sports.
• Homework Club ends at 4:15 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and 3:15 on Wednesday
• Art Club ends at 4:30
• Best Buddies ends at 4:30
• BSU ends at 4:25
• Cooking Club - ends at 4:15
• Dungeons and Dragons ends at 5:30
• Destination Imagination ends at 5:15
• Games Club ends at 4:15
• German Club ends at 4:30
• GSA ends at 4:15
• Small Engines Club ends at 5:00
• Science Club ends at 4:15
• WEB Leaders ends at 3:00
• Wrestling practice ends at 5:30
• Boys Basketball practice ends at 4:30

If you have any concerns related to diversity, equity, inclusion, or accessibility, please contact Ms. Sheena Russell, your DEIA Advocate. At Whitman Middle School, our goal is to ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and included in their learning environment.

Advocacy Request Google Form

or email Ms. Russell at

russelsh@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us russelsh@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Caregivers may request to shadow their child during the school day. All requests must be made and approved to school administration via email or phone call.

• Students with last names A-M Mrs. Wojciechowski Email: wojciech@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

• Students with last names N-Z Mrs. Dianich Email: dianicsa@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Infinite Campus is a web-based student information system (SIS) that schools use to manage student data. It can include information such as grades, attendance, schedules, assessments, and enrollments. Parents and guardians can access their child's information through a secure parent portal or app. The goal of the portal is to improve communication and partnership between parents and teachers.

• Infinite Campus Login

• If you do not have an Infinite Campus account, please click here for instructions on how to create one.

• If you have forgotten your login or password, please complete a HelpDesk ticket.

• Need help or if you do not have access to a computer, tablet or internet please feel free to come to Whitman to utilize a chromebook.

"The Wauwatosa West Orchestra presents our Kinderkonzert on Saturday, December 7th, from 1-3pm. The event starts with a performance by the orchestra at 1pm, and continues with crafts, snacks, an instrument petting zoo, more music, and a visit with Santa! Please join us at Wauwatosa West High School for this free and fun event!"

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Main Office: 414-773-2600

Website: https://www.wauwatosa.k12.wi.us/Whitman
Location: 11100 West Center Street, Wauwatosa, WI, USA
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