Lifetouch Photography will be set up in the PAC on Monday, September 23rd to photograph students and staff between the hours of 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM. Pictures will be taken on a drop-in basis. Students/Staff are reminded and encouraged to have their photo taken, if not already done so. There is no cost obligation and the picture will be used to produce a student identification card. Individual picture packets may be purchased through the Lifetouch portal at: https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/.

At the high school level we ask that all parental absence requests be made only through the Infinite Campus parent portal or on the 24/7 voicemail machine. We understand that this is a different policy than the other schools within the district, but past experience tells us that high schoolers are more able to use parental devices to get themselves out of classes via email.Therefore, high school administrators have asked the attendance desk to not accept email absence requests. Thanks for your understanding with this matter.

Please review the student ID badge reminders below:

• All students are reminded to have their student ID/access badge ready to enter the building AND the main office.
• Students keep this access badge for all four years at the High School.
• Freshmen students who had a photo taken on picture day should have received their new badge.
• Students needing to have a picture taken yet, should do so on September 23.
• Students who lose their ID need to notify Mrs. Richardson immediately.
• To receive a new badge, please use the 2024-2025 Student ID Access Badge: Request Form
• Students will be charged $10 for lost ID badges (which will be charged to Infinite Campus).
• Students who do not have their access badge on a regular basis and need to be buzzed into the building/office by school staff will be issued a new ID/Access Badge. Student’s Infinite Campus account will be charged and the previous ID Badge will be deactivated.
• Students are required to carry and use their ID/Access Badge throughout the day where needed.

The 2023-2024 yearbooks were distributed last week to the 10th-12th graders. Students who were not in their advisory should check with their advisory teacher for their yearbook. For questions regarding a yearbook order, please email Mr. Willauer at jeffwillauer@waunakee.k12.wi.us.

Extra yearbooks will be available to purchase in the main office starting Monday, September 23rd.

Books will be sold for $75.00 and can be paid for in cash or a check. There are a limited number of over-run books and sales are based on a first come-first served basis.

Graduated senior yearbooks are also available in the main office and can be picked up during the office hours of 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Please note that students who are currently enrolled at the High School can pick up a book for their graduated sibiling.

- Print Publications Staff

Registration is open for the optional Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The test will be administered on Wednesday morning, October 16 (B-day) during 1st & 2nd blocks. Interested students should register in the counseling office by September 30. A fee of $25.00 will be added to your Infinite Campus account. Contact Mrs. Varney at katherinevarney@waunakee.k12.wi.us with any questions.

The high school counselors are offering college application help sessions each week on Wednesdays through October. We are here to help you achieve your postsecondary goals, whether that be with application assistance, Naviance, or other questions. The next session is during Contact Time on Wednesday, September 18. Sign up in FlexiSched under Mr. Landis.

Seniors, if you are planning to attend Madison College, calendar Tuesday, October 8 from 9-11 AM, you are encouraged to attend this application workshop. Application fees are waived for students who apply during this great opportunity.

Learn more about our upcoming Fall 2024 school district referendum question. Join us for a Community and Staff Informational Session - either in-person or virtual. Please visit our website for more information + additional dates to learn more about our upcoming school district referendum.

Community Info Session #1 - Wednesday, September 25 via Zoom Webinar at 6:00 p.m. Click HERE to join!

Community Info Session #2 - Wednesday, October 2 at Waunakee Community High School (PAC) at 6:30 p.m.

Website I https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/community/fall-2024-referendum

Email I wcsd_fall2024referendum@waunakee.k12.wi.us

#WaunakeeWAY

We invite you to participate in upcoming informational sessions for the Waunakee Community School District to share more about the upcoming 2024 school district referendum.

The first event informational session will be held on Wednesday, September 25th at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom Webinar. If you’d like to participate, here is the link to join the webinar. The webinar will also be recorded and posted on our website. The informational session will begin with a welcome, district presentation, and will conclude with questions/answers/comments discussion with participants. We will have a Spanish Interpreter present. If you need assistance in a language other than English, please contact José Velarde Aguilar, District Interpreter and Translator at 6088492000 Option 2.

The school district will be hosting additional information sessions throughout our community. All sessions will begin with a welcome, short district presentation, and will conclude with questions/answers discussion with participants.

September 25: Zoom at 6:00 p.m.

October 2: Waunakee Community High School Performing Arts Center (PAC) at 6:30 p.m.

October 16: Waunakee Public Library (Living Room) at 2:00 p.m.

October 22: Waunakee Village Center at 1:00 p.m.

October 29: MNM Coffeehouse at 9:00 a.m.

You can view more information on our district website to learn more. If you have additional questions or would like to schedule a time to talk with our referendum team, please email us or call us at (608) 849-2000.

The Waunakee Girls Swim Boosters invite members and families of The Wave to join us for Waunakee Girls Swim Youth Night on Tuesday, October 1st at 6 pm at the WHS Aquatic Center. Following the dual meet against Monona Grove, all youth will be able to receive an autographed WHS Girls Swim poster and a snack. We hope to see you there!

Questions? Please contact waunakeeswimboosters@gmail.com

The Bucky Book offers 50% OFF at 300+ businesses and you only need to redeem a few coupons--and in many cases, just one--between now and September 30, 2025 to recoup your contribution while you are supporting Waunakee DECA & FBLA. As you know, businesses have increased their prices and using the Bucky Book pays you back. There are 50% OFF coupons you can use right now from car washes, groceries, golf (now & next season), pizza, fast food, oil changes, pet food, carpet cleaning, shopping, home services and so much more. The Bucky Book makes an excellent gift to anyone in the Madison area!

BONUS! You will also receive a bonus flyer of Hy-Vee 50% OFF coupons for groceries valued over $50 in addition to TWO FREE GAMES at Pinseekers in DeForest for mini bowling & golf just by purchasing your book(s) from our organizations! These bonus inserts will cover the cost of your Bucky Book (and more)!

If you have kids, you'll save on half off birthday parties, bouncy houses, bowling, ice cream, UW games, Dane County Fair, swimming, amusement parks, etc.

If you want to purchase a book, please email sandrameinholz@waunakee.k12.wi.us or colleenserum@waunakee.k12.wi.us or purchase from any student member of either organization. Books can be delivered or picked up at Waunakee Community High School.

If you want to order online, please use the link https://www.buckybook.com/waunakee-high-school-deca-fbla to purchase your book(s) or the QR code below.

If you want to make a donation to offset our DECA & FBLA traveling costs, you may do so through Classmunity. THANK YOU for your continued support of our co-curricular programs!

Senior Mug shots will be due no later than Friday November 29, 2024 to ensure that we can finish the senior section on time. There will be no exceptions and this date will not be extended. Most photographers take 4-6 weeks to complete senior pictures so please plan accordingly. Seniors may use the school’s portrait photographer (Lifetouch) or a professional photographer of their own choosing. Students will incur the cost of the portraits. Appropriate attire is required and the student’s face should be clearly visible. Senior portraits may not display anything that is inappropriate, of poor taste and must follow the school dress code. This includes, but is not limited to firearms, other weapons, drugs, tobacco or alcohol. Seniors who miss the deadline for submitting their senior portrait cannot expect to be included in the yearbook.

• You or your photographer will need to submit a FULL COLOR digital image file with a resolution of 300 dpi VERTICALLY ORIENTED (think taller not wider). The digital file should be uploaded via this link: http://www.hjeshare.com. You will need to enter some basic information and the code waunakee2024. You will not receive a confirmation email from the eShare site. If something is wrong eShare will tell you. Senior digital images can also be submitted on a flash drive to the main office in an envelope "attn: yearbook staff" - Please note that these items will not be returned. If your photographer would like more info on this process - have them contact Mr. Willauer directly. PLEASE MAKE SURE THE FILE IS NAMED WITH THE STUDENT’S LAST NAME THEN FIRST NAME. EX (SMITH_JOHN.JPG) WE WILL NOT BE COLLECTING PHOTOS VIA EMAIL AS THEY QUICKLY FILL UP OUR INBOX. ALL EMAILED PHOTOS WILL BE DELETED.

• If you are not able to submit a digital file you must submit two wallet sized full color photos to the yearbook staff by dropping them off in person, in a sealed envelope with your full name on both the photos and the envelope to room 1405. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR NAME IS ON BOTH THE PHOTOS AND THE ENVELOPE! Digital photos that are printed out on photo paper do not scan well and will not be accepted - we would like the original sized digital image. Please talk to your photographer and have that submitted using the directions above.

• We will not be collecting photos for the Tribune again this year. Any student that wishes to be a part of the graduation insert must submit their photos to the Tribune office separately. Please contact them directly for their deadline date.

• If you would like to still be in the Yearbook this year but do not want to go through a professional photographer other options do exist.

1. Students can choose a twenty-four hour turnaround time photographers offer a quality headshot for a minimal sitting fee with the option to purchase whatever sizes and quantities you may desire.
2. Also photos from major department store studios have been used as well.
3. You can use the school photographer, Life Touch, for your senior portrait as well - students receive a free sitting at registration with no obligation to purchase. Just be sure that you let us know so that we may obtain a copy from them. Please remember that photos that are not of sufficient quality will not be included in the yearbook. The dates for Lifetouch photos have not been set but please let Mr. Willauer know if you plan to use this option.

Lastly we are making a change to the traditional senior profile section that has been in your yearbook. Stay tuned for more information on this exciting change!

-Print Pub Staff

Just a reminder to note that Parent/Teacher Conferences are October 14th from 4:00-8:00 pm and October 18th from 8:00am-noon. Detailed information will be shared soon.

The Village of Waunakee Public Works Committee met earlier this month. With resident input through public comments, the Committee heard concerns regarding the intersection of South Street and Kingston Way. This intersection, located near Waunakee Community Middle School and Waunakee Community High School, is being further reviewed to enhance safety based on these comments.

In response, the Village will be installing flags on stop signs and adding additional “SLOW for Children” signs at this intersection.

The Village of Waunakee and Waunakee Community School District remain committed to the safety of our students, staff, and community members. We appreciate your cooperation when driving in this area, especially during student drop-off and pick-up times. Your patience and attentiveness to pedestrians are greatly appreciated. Thank you for slowing down and helping to keep everyone safe!

For information about our Peer Tutoring & Writing Center, please visit our website.

The new furniture is here! The books are unpacked! The fiction is genrified! And the LMTC is officially open all day! Stop in to read, relax, study in our new spaces, or borrow one of our many items available including: cardboard crafting knives, yard games, and filming or recording equipment.

You're Invited to the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Community Tours for our new Heritage Elementary School on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Details are included below.

Waunakee HS DECA & FBLA clubs have partnered with Sweet Pea Floral to make ordering your Homecoming Corsage and/or Boutonniere easier than ever. And the best part..... $5.00 from every order is donated back to our school!

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Follow the instructions below on how to place your order on their website Once it has been submitted, Sweet Pea will call if they have any questions. The floral arrangement can be picked up at Sweet Pea Floral at 212 W. Main Street. Please call with any questions at 608-850-9303

HOW DO I ORDER?

Go to www.sweetpeawaunakee.com. Choose Corsage, Boutonniere or Posey bouquet. In the DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS, please indicate what color flower you would like, which includes:

LIGHT PINK, DARK PINK, YELLOW, LAVENDER, WHITE AND RED.

To order, enter your phone number, student’s full name, type in “Waunakee High School”.

Order by Wednesday, September 25.

Waunakee High School (and Middle School) are using Schoology Learning, an integrated learning management solution that provides course management, mobile learning, and support for system-wide communication. Schoology enables our students, parents, and teachers to engage with learning materials and their school community from the classroom and beyond. With Schoology, students can digitally submit homework assignments, review grades, participate in interactive discussions, receive announcements/feedback, take tests, write academic blogs+more.

As a guardian, you will be able to view your child’s activity within the platform.

Login instructions:

1. Go to https://app.schoology.com/login

2. Enter the full email address associated with your infinite campus account.

3. Click on “Forgot your Password”

4. Schoology will send you an email with instructions and a link to reset your password.

5. Click link & set a "new" password

6. Login again using the link above with the "new" password

7. Your student(s) will already be associated with your schoology account.

We value your participation in your child’s education, and we encourage you to read Schoology’s Privacy Policy & Terms of Use at https://www.powerschool.com/privacy-statement-overview/. Student progress and activity will be monitored by faculty to ensure a safe, secure, and controlled environment. In addition, parent resources for Schoology can be found here. If you have questions or feedback regarding Schoology please email us!

Alexander Kartz (alexanderkartz@waunakee.k12.wi.us), Middle School Educational Tech

Courtney Lovell (courtneylovell@waunakee.k12.wi.us), High School Educational Tech

Rick Franz (rickfranz@waunakee.k12.wi.us), Director of Technology

In June of 2025, a group of Waunakee students are embarking on an educational trip to Sweden and Denmark to study and experience the world’s best examples of Sustainability, Conservation, Clean Energy, and Environmental Engineering. In line with our mission and vision, we are offering our services to care for yards and properties to raise finances for all group members.

WHEN? September 28-29 and October 19-20

WHO? High School students enrolled in this trip, teacher chaperones, and parent volunteers.

WHERE? Any property or business in the Waunakee area or north/west of Madison

WHAT? We can offer any of these services:

• Rake and bag leaves
• Plant trees/bulbs/plants/seeds
• Pull/cut weeks
• Lawn mowing
• Lawn fertilizer application
• Pot plants for indoor use
• Remove oil/paint/metals/etc. (taken to proper Dane County recycling facility)
• Paint or stain a deck or fence
• Other: What do you need accomplished….?

COST? Donate any amount to our district-sponsored Classmunity fundraising page.

How do I request services? Make the request online and donate here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiv3NAA5u16uYjyhq9jWPlWLCwA8bXK0v8pVAvZ1UpMwWYsw/viewform?usp=sf_link

How do I request services?

Make the request online and donate OR scan the QR code:

Thank you for your support of the Waunakee Community High School’s athletic activities. We highly encourage you to purchase passes and/or tickets prior to the games being held at the Waunakee Community High School. Tickets and Activity Passes are now available on the GoFan website. The GOFAN App is FREE to download on your mobile device (iOS and Android) and also allows you to purchase single game tickets for $5 + processing fees at any Home Varsity/Junior Varsity events we charge admission to.

Purchase of Single Game Tickets are available only during the season for the following events:

Fall: Football, Boys Soccer, and Volleyball

Winter: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Boys Hockey, and Wrestling

Spring: Girls and Boys Lacrosse, and Girls Soccer

Items to Note:

• Family Passes are available to purchase for $150.

• High School students can purchase a Student Activities Pass for $50.

• Families that have more than 6 immediate family members will need to contact the Athletics Department for a special code to purchase.

• If families need assistance with ticket prices or student passes, please consider reaching out to the Student Financial Assistance Fund.

• If the app is not loading your ticket at the gate, we can look up the name of the ticket holder for you on our system. If you are using a family pass, we will need to know the name of the person in the family that bought the passes.

Grandparents/Senior Citizen Pass - Golden Card Club

Senior citizens of the District (persons 62 years of age or older) are eligible for lifetime membership in the Golden Card Club which shall permit them to attend all K-12 activities of the schools, including athletic events, free of charge. This does not apply to WIAA tournament events, musicals or plays. Application for membership must be made in person at the Waunakee Athletic Office at Waunakee Community High School or at an admission gate when tickets are sold. These guest passes shall represent a small token of appreciation from the District for all that the District’s senior citizens have done for the schools over the years.

Click on the following videos to learn more about GoFan:

• How to purchase passes/tickets on GoFan

• How to access/share GoFan tickets

As a reminder, we will not accept cash for ticket sales. Cash is accepted at concession stands. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

If you have any questions, please contact the High School Athletic Office at 608-849-2103 or 608-849-2100 or visit our Waunakee Athletic website.

Go Warriors!

The FINAL Co-Curricular Code Meeting for Freshmen & New Students will be held on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the HS PAC. Students must attend with a parent, the meeting will last about 1 hour.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation offers answers to questions you may have about Drivers Education:

• Enroll in a Driver Education Course
• Take the Knowledge and Sign Tests (en español)
• Obtain an Instruction Permit (en español)
• Practice driving with Parent's Supervised Driving Program
• Study the Motorists' Handbook and Driver Skills Test study guide
• Schedule a road test to obtain a Probationary License
• Review driver licensing fees

The interactive Driver License Guide is a helpful tool for those looking for information on driver licensing requirements. The guide will provide you with a checklist of requirements, and allow you to pre-fill any required application(s).

Depending on your eligibility you may also be able to use the guide to electronically submit your application and schedule an appointment with the DMV for expedited service.

The Waunakee Tribune is planning its 2025 graduation edition and is asking school district families to submit photos of their senior student/s. Email picture to tribnews@hngnews.com, send by U.S. Mail or drop it off at Tribune Office by January 10, 2025. The graduation section will be featured in color, so color pictures are preferred. The Tribune will need the name of the graduating senior, as well. It will be published the Friday before graduation. Contact Roberta Baumann, Waunakee Tribune Managing Editor with questions.

The Waunakee Community School District Student Financial Assistance Fund (SFAF) ensures ALL students in our school district can participate in district programs and activities, as well as community organized programs and activities.

The Waunakee Community School District is committed to ensuring that all students and families can participate in their school communities regardless of a family’s financial situation and ability to pay. Scholarships or payment plans are available to any student who has been approved for the free/reduced meal program, and may be available to any student whose families have a financial need due to unique circumstances.

PLEASE CONTACT: Your School Social Worker for more information on these opportunities with the Student Financial Assistance Fund.

Taher's goal is to provide high quality, safe and healthy meal options to every student. Students need good nutrition to feed their minds and bodies to enable them to learn during the day.

To view their daily menus, please click on the following link: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/departments/food-services

Email: waunakeehighschool_schooloffice@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Website: https://whs.waunakee.k12.wi.us
Location: 301 Community Drive, Waunakee
Phone: (608) 849-2100