BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
We are excited to connect with students and families at our Back-to-School BASH in September!
Bring a smile, a game to play (ball, frisbee, etc.), lunch and beverages, and come ready to meet your classmates and families in your area!
PRO TIP: Have your contact information ready to share with other families (optional)!
Appleton
1800 Morrison St
Appleton, WI 54911
This park has it all: play structures, climbing areas, basketball courts, and trails – grab your kickball! The park also offers ping pong and bean toss games. Pack a lunch and meet WIVA and DCA teachers and families for a Back-to-School Picnic near Erb Pavilion. There’s something for everyone and we hope to see you there!
Beaver Dam Dodge/Columbia County - HAS BEEN CANCELLED
800 Denning Ave
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Waterworks Park is located right along Beaver Dam Lake and has the city’s largest play structure, accessible fishing piers, and sand volleyball. Enjoy one last summer-like experience with staff and students along with your own picnic lunch!
Brookfield
19900 River Rd
Brookfield, WI 53045
Bring a lunch or grab something on your way over, and come prepared to meet others, play games and enjoy the Back-to-School Picnic! There’s plenty to do here and many families in the area to get to know. We hope to see you!
Fond du Lac
555 Park Ave
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
Students and families from the Fond du Lac and Winnebago Counties can join together at this fun, outdoor picnic and expect to make some new pals! This park features four playgrounds, a zip line, picnic tables, and a lighthouse. There are plenty of groomed trails for exploring. We’ll spend time getting to know one another, playing games and exploring the park. Exchange a book and your contact information with classmates!
Green Bay
2801 County RK
Green Bay, WI 54303
Bring your lunch and meet at the picnic tables near the Pamperin Park Playground for fun with staff and area families at the Back-to-School Picnic!
Bring your volleyball or kickball! There is also a Disc Golf Course, so bring your discs! ☺
Janesville/Beloit Area
2801 Rockport Rd
Janesville, WI 53548
Let’s get together in the great outdoors! Meet us at Peace Park Playground near the pavilion. Bring your lunch and games to play! Come ready to meet families in your area and make a few new friends!
Kenosha
2820 14th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140
It's Back-to-School time! Join us for fun at Kenosha’s first inclusive, 100% accessible playground! The Dream Playground is a one-of-a-kind custom-built 15,000 square foot play space for people of all abilities. It is surrounded by a smooth poured-in-place rubber surface which makes it safe and easy to navigate. The unique design features a continual ramping system that allows all children access to all points of interest. There is a therapeutic key activated wheelchair swing, as well as a wheelchair accessible merry-go-round! There are ropes, rings and monkey bars, along with metal and plastic slides of various heights. The playground has two distinct play areas. The Tot Lot is designed for children under the age of 5 and the other side is designed for older children. There are activity learning panels scattered throughout that display braille, sign language and other educational information. The playground features mosaic artwork and musical instruments. The design includes replicas of historic Kenosha icons: two lighthouses, a ship, streetcar and an AMC rambler.
LaCrosse
Myrick Park Dr
La Crosse, WI 54601
Enjoy this beautiful park with lots of outdoor spaces for activities. Bring your lunch and family and we’ll meet you there for fun and making connections with other families in your area!
Madison Area
Monona Dream Park - Winnequah Park
5323-5447 Healy Ln
Monona, WI 53716
Bring a lunch or grab something on your way over and come prepared to meet others, play games, and enjoy the Back-to-School BASH! There’s plenty to do here! We hope to see you there!
Manitowoc & Sheboygan Counties
3800 Broadway St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
This community park offers a lot of green space, playground, picnic tables, and restrooms. Bring your smiles, a book to exchange with another student, your questions and excitement about school, and a lunch and beverages for your family. We’ll meet near the playground and have a time of getting to know one another and then let the friend-making and playing commence! Remember, share your contact info if you’d like – there are other families in your area schooling just like you are!
Milwaukee – Lake Park (Picnic Site #3 & #6)
3233 East Kenwood Blvd.
Milwaukee, WI 53211
There is SO much to do at Lake Park. Trails, Tot Lot, Kickball, and more! Bring a lunch or grab something on your way over and come prepared to meet others, play games and enjoy the Back-to-School Bash. We’ll meet near the Lot and soccer fields near Picnic Area #3 & 6. We can’t wait to see you!
New Richmond
401 North Green Ave
New Richmond, WI 54017
Located along a picturesque lake, Mary Park has plenty to enjoy - playground structures, pickleball, and basketball courts! Bring your lunch and make some new friends!
Phillips Area - HAS BEEN CANCELLED
585 County Rd W H
Phillips, WI 54555
Join us for a nice day in beautiful Elk Lake Park. Bring your questions, a book to exchange, a lunch, a smile to share, and come ready to enjoy the day!
Racine Area
4300 Graceland Ave
Racine, WI 53405
We’d love to see you out and about at beautiful Lockwood Park. Pack your lunch, bring a book to exchange, and any questions you may have so you can start the school year strong!
Sauk County
236 Water St
Sauk City, WI 53583
A multi-age ADA-accessible playground with 75-foot zip line, a Splash Pad, and a concession building with restrooms. The park's riverfront trail also connects to the Great Sauk State Trail at the top of the hill along Water Street. There is also a kayak/canoe loading area with an ADA-accessible path leading to the river. Bring a lunch and make new friends!
Stevens Point
Iverson Park -Large Stone Shelter
4201 US Hwy 66
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Bring a lunch or grab something on your way over and come prepared to meet others, play games, and enjoy the Back-to-School BASH! There’s plenty to do here! We hope to see you there!
Superior (Douglas County) - HAS BEEN CANCELLED
5700 Tower Ave
Superior, WI 54880
Picnic, play, beautiful surroundings? Say YES! Pack your lunch, bring a ball or Frisbee to toss (or other favorite family games), and come meet other families and staff! Let’s picnic & play in Douglas County! We’ll meet near the playground area at the Park Shelter.
West Bend Area (Washington & Ozaukee Counties)
2500 County Creek Cir
West Bend, WI, WI 53090
Quaas Creek Park offers families a great place to connect. The park has a playground, space to run and toss ball, picnic tables, and restrooms close by. Bring your sense of fun, a big smile to share, and any questions you may have about school. We hope to see you!
4K-2 Grade Virtual Bash!
To attend the 4K-2 Grade School Virtual Bash click this link: 4K-2 Grade Virtual Bash
3-8 Kid Zone
We are offering an online picnic for those who are unable to attend in-person! Fix a lunch at home and join in on the virtual fun! Share your favorite book title (BONUS if it can be found on BIG UNIVERSE LIBRARY), hobbies and games! A great way to meet teachers, counselors, mentors, and even office staff!
PLEASE NOTE: To access the zone, click on K12 Zone from your Quick Links in OLS.
High School Virtual Bash!
To attend the High School Virtual Bash click this link: High School Virtual Bash