November 8th- PD Day No School
November 4th-7th- Fall Conferences Week
November 4th-7th- Book Fair (Information below)
November 8th- No School PD Day
November 11th- Veteran's Day Assembly- start time 2:25pm
November 15th- Fall Activity Fees and Recorder fees due
November 19th- Orchestra Field Trip
November 27th-29th- Fall Break- No School
Hello Waubesa Families,
Fall conferences are in full swing this week. Thank you for taking time to meet with your child’s teacher. The goal of conferences is to highlight what your student is doing well and ways we can work together to support them. If you have any concerns to share, it’s helpful for you to communicate that with your child’s teacher prior to attending the conference.
As a reminder, there are four opportunities for us to formally communicate student progress with families. However, we encourage you to communicate with teachers via Seesaw any time.
Two parent-teacher conferences. One of which is in the fall and the other is in the spring. Families are encouraged to communicate with teachers beyond these scheduled conferences.
Report cards are made available on Infinite Campus at the conclusion of each semester.
Related Arts Open House conferences will occur on Thursday, November 7, from 3:30-7:30 p.m. Families are welcome to meet with the Related Arts teachers to discuss what exciting activities we have been working on and to check in and see how their students are doing. Some of the Related Arts teachers will be located in their teaching space (such as the Art Room, Music Room, or Computer lab), while others will be located in the library (such as Mr. Williquette, Mrs. Vitse, and Mrs. Evans). We can’t wait to share the Related Arts experience with you and your family.
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
Are you looking for a way to serve our school community? We are in need of a few volunteers to help at our Fall book fair. Sign up for 1 or 2 hours. Tasks include cashier, book management, and supervision. Check the days and times still open in this Google form.
On the afternoon of Monday, November 11 we will be celebrating and thanking active duty service members and veterans of the United States Armed Forces at our monthly assembly. If you or a family member are active duty or a veteran and would like to be recognized, please fill out this form and we'll recognize their contributions at the assembly. If a service member or veteran is able to attend the assembly in person, please indicate that on this form and they should arrive at the front office on Monday, NOVEMBER 11th at 2:05 pm.
Please complete the form individually for each person who plans to attend by Thursday, November 7th.
Thank you!
Corey Shefchik, Brooke Hauser and the entire Waubesa Staff
MSEC is a collaborative group that meets monthly to provide feedback to the district with the goal of enhancing equity and fostering positive experiences for all students and families. If you’re interested in advocating for improvements to our school community or learning about important district topics, we invite you to join our upcoming meeting on November 20th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at WIS in the Multi-Purpose Room. Everyone is welcome!
Athletic Director, Paul Ackley will be joining us to provide an update on student participation and what is being done to combat harmful language followed by a Q&A.
To Submit A Question Use This Form
To receive more detailed information about MSEC, join our mailing list by completing this form.
For upcoming meetings, check out our calendar of events for the year.
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.
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."
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.
Pneumonia on the Rise
Per WI DHS Mycoplasma pneumonia (M. pneumoniae or walking pneumonia) activity is increasing nationwide and in Wisconsin. Every three to seven years an increase in M. pneumoniae cases are identified in the United States. People of all ages are at risk for getting M. pneumoniae infection, but it is most common among young adults and school-aged children. There is no vaccine to prevent M. pneumoniae infection. For moderate to severe cases, antibiotic therapy can be prescribed by a clinician. Please view the CDC website for additional information and resources. If you have a cough, fever, run down/extremely tired, difficulty/painful breathing we recommend that you contact your healthcare provider.
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 100.4°F
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!
McFarland School District Awarded 2024-25 Sparks Grant for Community Inclusion
The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (WI-BPDD) has awarded the McFarland School District a 2024-25 Sparks grant to enhance community connections and inclusion for people with disabilities. Sparks grants fund efforts that create meaningful social connections, help organizations build inclusive programs, and encourage community members to develop a greater understanding of people with disabilities.
The McFarland School District, in collaboration with McFarland Recreation, Aquatics, and Play, will establish a local advisory board that includes people with disabilities, their families, and community members. The advisory board will offer input on recreational activities, ensuring they are more welcoming and accessible, and it will guide the creation of accessible resources, including an updated brochure, website, and registration process. Planned programming includes expanding activities for all ages, with a focus on those under three and over 18. This grant will ultimately enhance programming, improve access to adaptive equipment, and engage the entire community. More information is available at WI-BPDD’s website.
