SFHS Falconer – February 11, 2022

 

February 11th, 2022
A Message from the Principal
Dear SFHS Falcon Families,
We are full swing into the 3rd Quarter and Semester II at SFHS. I encourage parents and students to take time and discuss how the new semester has been going and create academic goals in order to finish the school year strong. Late or missing homework can be a huge deterrent to success—now is the time to make sure our students stay on top of their work and not get behind. 
 
As a result, we are asking you to make note of your child’s Quarter 3 grades to this point. At SFHS, final grades and credits are only recorded at the end of each semester. Therefore, the grades at any point prior to June 8th (May 31st for Seniors) are only an indication of course progress part-way through the semester.
On a related note, I would like to invite you to our Parent/Teacher Conferences on Monday, February 21st from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Please look for more information coming soon on how to register for conferences. We look forward to working together for your child’s success.
Go Falcons!
Principal
Sheboygan Falls High School
A Message from Superintendent Annalee Bennin
The opportunity to message our families is always an exciting time. It allows purposeful time to reflect on all the amazing opportunities and learning that is taking place in our schools and also those times that have challenged us. Each day our team works hard to ensure each child’s social and emotional wellbeing is cared for so they have the best opportunity to access their learning. We ensure they have relationships with someone in the building so they know they are cared for and appreciated. Please reach out if your child isn’t feeling connected with school, it is our job to ensure they do and partner with you in that process.    
As the lead learner in the district, I continue to enjoy scheduled visits to each of our schools and spending time beside your children learning and experiencing their everyday life at school. This allows me to celebrate everything that is going on each day thanks to our amazing educators, food service staff, custodial crews and everyone that makes the district operate. Below are a few pictures of our students in action and the opportunities they experience every day.  
I also want to leave you with a great quote that our family lives by, that I hope also finds a way to your family. It is what we ultimately want when you have your family talks around the dinner table, during the car ride, at bedtime or whenever you get a moment as a family to slow down, talk and reflect.  
“Parents say they want kids to be caring, but pay more attention to achievement. Ironically, kids raised to be kind are more successful in school and work (& happier too). We shouldn’t just ask kids what they accomplished. We should also ask who they helped — and who helped them.” – Adam Grant  
With Gratitude,
Annalee Bennin
Mark Your Calendars!
Saturday, February 19th: The Wisconsin Singers are coming to Sheboygan Falls! Come see a great show featuring opening performances by our SFHS Jazz Show Choir and the Middle School students. The performance is on Saturday, February 19th at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased at any of the Sheboygan Falls school offices, the Falls Piggly Wiggly, online at www.wisconsinsingers.com/sheboyganfalls or by calling the Wisconsin Singers box office at 608.886.6801. Tickets will also be available at the door the night of the show. Hope to see you there!
February 14th – HS Band & Choir Concert
February 20th – Robotics Competition
February 21st – Parent/Teacher Conferences (Sign-Up Link Below)
February 25th – No School for Students
February 26th – SnoBall Dance
February 28th – No School for Students
Parents can sign up for Parent/Teacher Conferences starting February 8th here.
Yearbooks can still be purchased online at yearbookforever.com. There is a limited supply, so be sure to order and ensure your student gets a yearbook.
FFA Speaking Contest
Last week Thursday night, the Sheboygan Falls FFA hosted the district speaking contest, and it was a great success! Thank you to all of the amazing volunteers – we couldn’t have done it without you!
Winter Athletics
Congratulations to all of our amazing athletes!
2022-2023 Open Enrollment
The inter-district public school Open Enrollment program allows parents to apply for their children to attend public school in a school district other than the one in which they reside or to remain in their current district in the event that they move out of the district before the start of the 2022-2023 school year (Moving? See HERE for more information on remaining in District through the school year). Open Enrollment will allow student(s) to continue attending school in the School District of Sheboygan Falls. Please call Mara Nack at 920-467-7893 for additional information or check the Department of Public Instruction Website at: https://dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment (also check the 2022-2023 Open Enrollment Regular Application Period Brochure).
 
There is no tuition cost for students participating in the Open Enrollment program, but parents are responsible for transporting their student(s) to and from school.
 
The open enrollment period for the 2022-2023 school year is from February 7th, 2022 until 4:00 p.m., April 29th, 2022.  
 
Applications must be done on the DPI (Department of Public Instruction) website at https://dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment. A link to this site will also be available on the school web site during the application period at: www.sheboyganfalls.k12.wi.us. The DPI website will be active from February 7th, 2022 until 4:00 p.m. on April 29th, 2022.  
 
If you anticipate a possible move out of the School District of Sheboygan Falls, please complete the Open Enrollment application as soon as possible. You have the right to cancel your application at any time and are not bound to enrollment. If you are currently attending under a Tuition Waiver, you will need to complete an Open Enrollment application for the upcoming school year.
District and Related Employment Opportunities
Looking for part-time work? Full-time work? Flexibility?
The District and Related Organizations have some great opportunities!
SCHOOL DISTRICT OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities within the School District can be found using the below links. Note that if you are looking for flexibility, we are actively seeking Substitute Teacher positions which can be found under the Certified Positions.
Certified Positions –
Assistants / Aides –
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SHEBOYGAN COUNTY: Afterschool program fees are waived for children of parents who work at the Boys & Girls Club! If you are interested in part-time work, your child can be enrolled in the afterschool program for FREE while you work for the Club. Current open positions include Site Coordinator and After School Activity Leader. Learn more or apply at www.ThePositivePlace.com/careers.
HEIDENREITER BUS SERVICE: Heidenreiter Bus Service has opportunities for school bus drivers. Find more information HERE.
February Youth and Family Resource Guide
Please see HERE for February Youth and Family opportunities.
A Message from the Nurses
Reminder that free COVID-19 testing is available for all staff, students and household members, located in a kiosk behind the high school as detailed HERE. And, note that we have rapid tests again! 
For your awareness, we are no longer sending out classroom exposure emails. To view the current status of COVID in our buildings, please view the dashboard on our website HERE.