I sincerely hope that you are able to stay healthy and warm as we approach the end of January. In case you missed last week's email, I invite you to fill our the ACP parent survey. Our Academic and Career Planning programming is delivered by our counselors in classrooms and by our teachers in Wednesday advisory. We know how important it is for our students to start thinking about all of the options available to them in the future and how they can start planning for it now. Your time and feedback are greatly valued and appreciated. Thank you!

Warm regards,

Sarah Dianich, Proud Whitman Principal

JANUARY - 2025

• Thursday 1/23/25 3:45-5:15 7th Grade Girls Volleyball Team Tryouts
• Friday 1/24/25 3:45-5:30 7th Grade Girls Volleyball Team Tryouts
• Friday 1/24/25 - Last day of Semester 1
• Sunday, 1/26/24 - LEADERS Committee Winter Get-Together @ Whitman (more info on flier below)
• Monday 1/27/25 No Classes for Students - Record Keeping Day

Congrats to the 8th grade boys basketball team on an awesome season. The team went 10-1 and went undefeated in conference play. Coach Thein is beyond proud of their hard work this season, and is looking forward to following their careers develop in High School.

Students please stop by and check lost and found outside room 101. We have lots of items looking for their owners. Just a reminder to families and caregivers to label items so that they can be returned rather than end up in lost and found.

Course Registration and Class Description 25-26 Sheet 8th Grade

Course Registration and Class Description 25-26 Sheet 7th Grade

Please enjoy the most recent edition of the Whitman Student Services Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/4fhp7x

For scheduling issues or student concerns please contact Student Services:

Virginia Dubinski - Supports Students whose last names begin with A - G

414-773-2628 dubinsvi@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Lisa Gerlach - Supports Students whose last names begin with H-O

414-773-2626 gerlacli@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Don Devine - Supports Students whose last names begin with P-Z

414-773-2627 devinedo@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Mia Tatum-Crider Mental Health Specialist 414-773-2726 tatummi@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Lindsey Skaife School Psychologist 414-773-2634 skaifeli@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Zoey Reinhardt-Youth Mental Health Social Worker 262-202-9864 reinhazo@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

https://www.redgen.org/ - Find events, RSVP links and more.

Community Meeting - Parenting: how to prep kids for a work with smartphones. 2.5.25 -6-7:30pm Tosa Library

Main Office Phone: (414)-773-2600

Attendance Line or Use Infinite Campus: (414)-773-2602

Attendance and Early Dismissal Email: Angela Radaj

Assistant to the Principal, Teachers, and Staff: Jeanne Jarecki

(414) 773-2606

Administrative Assistant to the Associate Principal, Guidance, and Deans: Laticia Campbell
(414) 773-2605

Health Room Clerical Aide: Deanna Knasinski
(414) 773-2606

All students are responsible to turn in a Dell charger at the end of the year or a $40.00 fee will be placed on their account for a replacement. NOTE: Cheap chargers from amazon are not accepted. To purchase a OEM Dell replacement from amazon please use this link: https://a.co/d/iT6Go19

Despite what students might say, headphones/earbuds are not an appropriate fashion accessory in a school or professional setting. As such, students will be instructed to put them away while in class and they should remain away unless students have been given the instruction to use them for essential and educational purposes. Refusal to follow this expectation will result in a referral for a Technology Violation and consequences will be be determined in accordance with our district's Disciplinary Framework.

• Please be mindful students/teacher and staff walking in the parking lot before and after school. Cars should not stop on the driveways at anytime, please pull in to parking spots there are always many available.
• For safety reasons, there is to be no loitering (to linger idly or aimlessly) of students in the school building or on school grounds after their daily programs are finished. Students must leave the school grounds no later than 3:50p.m. (2:50 on Early Release Wednesdays) unless they are attending a school-sponsored, supervised activity, or they have a scheduled appointment with a teacher.
• Students must also be picked up right after clubs and sports.
• Please click this link for club information and pick up times.

PTA will meet in the Library the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to 8:00pm.

• PTA Facebook Page

• Join the PTA

Tuesday February 11, 2025 - 6:30-8:00pm

Tuesday March 11, 2025 - 6:30-8:00pm

Tuesday April 8, 2025 - 6:30-8:00p

Tuesday May 13, 2025 - 6:30-8:00p

Great news so far this year we raised $1,172 in Dine Out fundraisers for the PTA! Thanks to everyone who has dine in, picked up or ordered!

On Thursday 2/13 from 4-8 pm, Maggios Wood Fired Pizza at 7212 W North Ave in Wauwatosa will host a Dine Out fundraiser. They will give our school 20% back when you mention Whitman when you order for dine in or tell them at pick up for online orders. Thanks for your support of our school through these fundraisers!

Happy New Year! Help us stock the lounge for our Whitman Teachers and Staff this month. Please use the Amazon wish list or feel free to drop items off in the office. Thanks!

If you have any concerns related to diversity, equity, inclusion, or accessibility, please contact Ms. Sheena Russell, your DEIA Advocate. At Whitman Middle School, our goal is to ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and included in their learning environment.

Advocacy Request Google Form

or email Ms. Russell at

russelsh@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us russelsh@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Caregivers may request to shadow their child during the school day. All requests must be made and approved to school administration via email or phone call.

• Students with last names A-M Mrs. Wojciechowski Email: wojciech@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

• Students with last names N-Z Mrs. Dianich Email: dianicsa@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Infinite Campus is a web-based student information system (SIS) that schools use to manage student data. It can include information such as grades, attendance, schedules, assessments, and enrollments. Parents and guardians can access their child's information through a secure parent portal or app. The goal of the portal is to improve communication and partnership between parents and teachers.

• Infinite Campus Login

• If you do not have an Infinite Campus account, please click here for instructions on how to create one.

• If you have forgotten your login or password, please complete a HelpDesk ticket.

• Need help or if you do not have access to a computer, tablet or internet please feel free to come to Whitman to utilize a chromebook.

Tosa East Theatre is proud to present our first mainstage production of the year - Radium Girls. The show tells the story of the radium dial painters of the early 20th century and their fight for justice in the face of certain death. It is a powerful piece that the students are excited to perform.

Click here to get your tickets!
Some notes about the production:
Doors will open 30 minutes prior to each performance

There will be a 15 minute intermission between acts
Colleen Jaskulski (she/her/hers)

If you have not already heard… Wauwatosa West High School’s Culinary Program was officially chosen as 1 of 3 schools in the entire state (and the only school chosen that is not already local to the event) to be hand selected to HELP RUN THE NFL DRAFT APRIL 23RD IN GREEN BAY!

Wisconsin Prostart feels our students are some of the best to represent their program and exemplify what they think of when they think of a Wisconsin Prostart student. I am so incredibly proud of my amazing and talented students! I selected 7 students based on being part of the Prostart Competitive Culinary Team / super involved in the Prostart Culinary Club.

With that being said, we are asking for your support in helping us cover travel / hotel expenses to get us to the draft, as well as supporting our Prostart Culinary & Management Competition Teams as they take on over 15 other teams from around the state in a huge competition this March. Any help and support you can send our way, we would be extremely appreciative! Attached is a flyer containing simple steps on how to donate and support our program.

Thank you for considering supporting our program, we are SO excited to represent our great school and district on a state and national level!
Sincerely, Carly Joseph
Pronouns: She / Her
Courses: Culinary I, Culinary II, International Cuisine
Advisor: Prostart Culinary Club
Wauwatosa West High School
josephca@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

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