Parent Update

Watertown High School

Parent Update 11.8.24

Thanks to our students and staff for a great start to November at WHS!

As families are aware, Monday, November 11th is Veterans Day. On this day we honor and thank all those who have served our country. We recognize the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Their bravery and dedication have secured our freedom and shaped our nation. We are grateful for their service and commitment to protecting our way of life. Thank you to our veterans in our community and beyond!

With only two weeks left in 1st trimester be sure to check your student’s grades and communicate with teachers if there are any questions or concerns. Thank you in advance to our WHS families for their ongoing collaboration with WHS staff to support our students!

Have a great weekend!

End of 1st Trimester: Friday, November 22

A friendly reminder that the 1st Trimester officially ends on Friday, November 22 so if you or your student have any concerns about academic progress in any course, now is the time to communicate with your student’s teacher(s) and/or your student’s WHS counselor to be sure your student finds success! Students and families may also contact the Student Services Office by phone at (920) 262-7550.

Students Last Name A-He:

Amy True, WHS Counselor
truea@mywusd.org

Students Last Name Hi-Ph:

Erikka Olson, WHS Counselor
olsone@mywusd.org

Students Last Name Pi-Z:

Avery Harris, WHS Counselor
harrisa@mywusd.org

WHS students will have an early release day on November 22 and will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Buses will run at the regular time.

Dean of Students Update

We are currently working on a few things to increase student involvement at extracurricular activities. One of those ideas is to give our student section an official name. Students, you were sent an email with a form of possible choices submitted to me by your classmates. Please take a moment to vote for two choices on this form. Voting will remain open until the end of the school day Monday. GO GOSLINGS!

ASVAB Testing (Optional)

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) administration will occur at Watertown High School, on Monday, December 9th, at 9:00am. Classroom location to be determined.

Please complete this form to participate in the ASVAB. After completing the form, you will receive a permission slip that must be returned to participate.

Completing the ASVAB provides students valuable information on vocational aptitudes and career interests and is the assessment used to determine eligibility for specific military occupations. The ASVAB is free and available to sophomores, juniors and seniors.

ASVAB Study Guide

If you have questions, please email your school counselor.

Student Services - Junior Meetings

You are cordially invited to your child’s Class of 2026 Junior Meeting. Watertown High School’s Junior Meetings will run between November 2024 and February 2025.

The junior meeting will include a review of your child’s strengths, interests, talents, abilities, and academic performance. Our meeting will discuss post-secondary goals, how to achieve them and discuss the next steps towards those goals. Your involvement in this conference is very important for the success of your child’s ongoing education and preparation for the future.

Parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to participate in person or virtually. Please notify us if you need to attend virtually, so we are prepared to open a link. If you are unable to attend, please know that we will share a summary of our discussion with students and families after each meeting.

We look forward to meeting with you and if you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out with questions.

Junior Conference Action Plan

Junior Conference Preview

Please click on the name of your child’s assigned school counselor below to schedule a conference; include your child’s first AND last name in the appointment title. If Spanish translation services are needed, please put “SP” in your calendar reservation with your child’s first and last name.

Students Last Name A-He:

Amy True , WHS Counselor
truea@mywusd.org

Students Last Name Hi-Ph:

Erikka Olson, WHS Counselor
olsone@mywusd.org

Students Last Name Pi-Z:

Avery Harris , WHS Counselor
harrisa@mywusd.org

Direct Admit Reminders - Class of 2025

Senior students, who received Direct Admit offers, are encouraged to log into the UW Admission Pathway Portal to view their Direct Admit offers and submit the Direct Admit form as soon as possible.

A few things to note about submission of the form:

Submitting the Direct Admit form is not an enrollment commitment. Submission of the form ensures that the UW universities know that the student is interested in attending their University.
Students have until May 1, 2025 to submit the form, however, we highly recommend students submit as soon as possible so that UW universities can connect with the student.

Student and Family Information

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Athletic Information

Winter Athletic Update

If your student participated in a fall sport this school year and plans to participate in a winter sport, the only item you will need for your winter sport red card is the $75 payment.

If your student did not participate in a fall sport but plans on participating in a winter sport, your student and a parent/guardian are required to complete the following:

Red Card Video (located in Skyward Family Access)
Online athletic forms (located in Skyward Family Access)
$75 Red Card fee payable online or to the WHS Bookkeeper
Updated physical from your doctors office

Red Card DUE DATES for winter sports are:

Boys Basketball, Wrestling and Boys Swim red card items are due NO LATER THAN Thursday, November 14, 2024

Any late paperwork will result in missing the first day of practice.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please stop by Mrs. Piasecki in the main office.

Watertown Athletic Calendar

Staff Spotlight: Dan Starr

Mr. Dan Starr is joining the WHS Science Department this year. Mr. Starr earned his bachelor's degree from UW-La Crosse and received his master's degree from UW-Stevens Point. Mr. Starr has been teaching for 16 years including spending 5 years teaching in China.

When not at WHS, Mr. Starr enjoys spending time with his family.

Great Things Happening at WHS!

November Rotary Students

WHS senior students are recognized for their academic achievements, participation in athletics, school organizations, and the contribution to the Watertown Community. Students will join the Watertown Rotary Club each Monday at their weekly meetings and luncheons.

Marissa Bischoff is the daughter of Daniela and Brenda Bischoff. Marissa has been a four year member of INTERACT (Student Rotary), Cross Country, and Girls Basketball. She also has been a member of National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, HOSA-Future Health Professionals, and Girls Soccer. When not at WHS, Marissa can be found volunteering at The Marquardt helping with life enrichment and also working there as a Service Aide. She plans on attending a four year university to obtain her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Julian Byrne is the son of Amy and David Byrne. Julian has been a four year member of Cross Country and Forensics. Julian has also been a part of National Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Boys Swimming, Track and Field, and WHS Carolers. Outside of WHS, Julian has been a member of Boy Scouts and his church youth group. Julian is planning on studying Exercise Science with the intent of becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

Teagan McGuire is the son of Heather and Tim McGuire. Tegan has been a four year member of the SkillsUSA, currently serving as President, and Tri-M Honor Society, currently serving as Vice President. Tegan has also been a four year member of the Cross Country and Boys Swimming team. He has also been involved in National Honor Society, WHS musicals, River City Rhapsody Show Choir, and Carolers. Teagan plans on attending University of Minnesota-Twin Cities majoring in Accounting.

Rakefest

INTERACT hosted their annual Rakefest on Saturday, November 2nd. This year, multiple clubs got together and raked nearly 40 lawns for Watertown residents who are unable to do it themselves.

Therapy Dog Visit

Ms. Timmel and Mrs. Smith's students enjoyed a visit from the therapy dogs this month, Sprout and Rhoda.

Culinary Arts

Mrs. Fuller's class has been focusing on breads and functions of ingredients. They made copycat Cinnabon cinnamon rolls to tie everything in the unit together!