April School District Newsletter

As we approach the end of another school year, it’s essential to highlight the importance of attendance. Staying focused on school until the last bell rings is crucial for academic success and personal growth. Here are a few reasons why attending school until the very end matters:

1. Maximizing Learning Opportunities: School offers learning and growth opportunities every day. Even as the year winds down, valuable lessons, projects, and activities enrich students' knowledge and skills. Students can make the most of these opportunities by attending school regularly, ensuring they finish the year strong.

2. Completing Curriculum and Assessments: Many schools strategically plan important curriculum units, assessments, and exams towards the end of the year. Regular attendance ensures students have the necessary information and preparation to excel in these assessments, thereby maintaining their academic progress and setting a positive tone for the next school year.

3. Building Relationships: School isn’t just about academics; it’s also about building relationships with teachers and peers. Attending school regularly allows students to foster these connections, seek guidance when needed, and collaborate effectively, laying the groundwork for future academic and social success.

4. Cultivating Responsibility and Discipline: Consistent attendance instills essential life skills such as responsibility and discipline. By prioritizing school attendance, students develop habits that will serve them well beyond the classroom, setting them up for success in their future endeavors.

5. Celebrating Achievements: The end of the school year is a time to celebrate big and small achievements. Whether it’s academic accomplishments, extracurricular achievements, or personal growth milestones, attending school ensures students can fully participate in these celebrations and take pride in their hard work.

6. Preparation for Transitions: For students transitioning to the next grade level or graduating, attending school until the end of the year provides closure and prepares them for what lies ahead. It allows them to wrap up current responsibilities, say goodbye to teachers and classmates, and mentally prepare for the next chapter of their educational journey.

Let’s encourage our students to finish the year strong and embrace all the opportunities for growth and celebration that the end of the school year brings!

This year marks a momentous occasion as Franklin Elementary School turns 100! Students and staff came together for an unforgettable birthday bash, complete with the opening of time capsules, dancing, birthday cake, reminiscing over old pictures, and a heartwarming whole-school Happy Birthday serenade. It's truly special to commemorate a school that has been a cornerstone of our community for 100 years. Here's to another century of learning, growing and building community together!

Calling all elementary school kids who are just finishing 4K-5th grade! If you are searching for a fun and engaging way for your child(ren) to spend their summer, look no further! The West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation & Community Services Department has the perfect solution for you! Give your child the gift of a lifetime this summer! Consider registering your child for one of the Summer Action Adventures Camps hosted at West Allis Central and Nathan Hale High School. With amazing enrichment opportunities, your child will have the chance to learn, grow, and create unforgettable memories. The high school pools are guarded by trained lifeguards, ensuring a safe and enjoyable swimming experience. Plus, with exciting field trips planned throughout the summer, your child will have endless opportunities to explore and have fun. Don't let your child miss out on this incredible summer program!

Participants of the Summer School program can choose to register for Explorers Camp, which is hosted at Walker Elementary School this year. The camp runs from Monday to Thursday after each day of Summer School for six weeks. Additional registration is available for care on Fridays from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm. Students attending Wilson Summer School will be provided with transportation by bus to reach Walker Elementary for the camp. Enrolled participants of the Explorers Camp will benefit from enrichment opportunities, arts and crafts, and activities that will help them learn and practice social skills that will be useful throughout their lives. The Summer School program provides lunch for students Monday through Thursday, and the camp provides an afternoon snack. For Friday, the camp provides breakfast and lunch with an afternoon snack.

Students finishing 7th and 8th grade are invited to register for the Leaders of Tomorrow program. This 9-week program is offered to WAWM students only and allows participants to develop leadership skills, set goals and work towards achieving them, and communicate and build relationship skills that will translate to all phases of their lives. This hands-on program is located at Central and Hale Summer Action Adventures camps and will follow along with the book “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens”. Each participant will receive a copy of the book!

Registration for summer opens on Monday, April 22nd at 8 am for residents and 8 am on Monday, May 6th for non-residents. Visit wawmrec.com or call 414-604-4900 to register or for additional information.

We are proud to announce that our District’s music program has once again been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.

In March, we celebrated Music in Our Schools Month with three all district festival concerts. We are very proud of the students who participated in the music festivals - over 1,600! A special thank you to the District Music Educators who prepared their students for these events that showcased our award-winning music education program and support of families and community members.

Students from Central, Nathan Hale, Dottke, Frank Lloyd Wright, Lane, and West Milwaukee as well as eight neighboring districts participated in the District Solo & Ensemble Music Festival. Five of our WAWM students qualified to be part of the State Festival which will be held in May.

Read the full articles here!

May 27: NO SCHOOL- Memorial Day

June 7: Last Day for Students

June 8: High School Graduation

Upcoming School Board Meeting information can be found HERE.

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