October 25th, 2023

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Hello Families!

As the first quarter comes to an end it is a great time to stay connected and up to date with the parent portal via Infinite Campus.  If you were not able to make Parent-Teacher conferences this month, please reach out to your student’s teachers, checking in to see the progress that has been made since the start of the year. 

We appreciate your continued support for our Middle School and as always if you have any questions please feel free to reach out. 

Ryan Zak, SFMS Principal

Lindsey Schreurs, SFMS Associate Principal

In June of 2023, a group of teachers and staff met to discuss potential changes to the academic calendar, with a goal of maximizing student and teacher engagement in learning and instruction.  

Identified Goals of the Committee:

• Reduce the number of instructional days in June
• Provide a consistent instructional schedule for students Monday – Friday
• Maximize professional development by dedicating a full day, instead of Wednesday afternoons
• Enhance student supervision / engagement in after-school activities
• Offer families the opportunity to use periodic, longer weekends / holidays for family vacations / appointments instead of instructional days

Important Proposed Changes:

• No early dismissal on Wednesdays
• 4K program will run Monday through Thursday
• More Fridays during the school year without students reporting; teacher professional development opportunities
• School Start Time Changes
• Elementary School: 7:55am – 3:08pm
• AM 4K: 7:55am – 10:55am
• PM 4K: 12:05pm – 3:08pm
• Middle School: 7:50am – 3:10pm
• High School: 7:45am – 3:15pm
• Start / End Dates
• 2024-25 ~ September 3rd, 2024 – May 30th, 2025 (Draft Calendar Here)
• 2025-26 ~ September 2nd, 2025 – May 29th, 2026 (Draft Calendar Here)

Please reach out to your School or the District Office if you have any questions.

Thank you, 

Zach Pethan – [email protected] (Superintendent)

Lynn Bub – [email protected] (Elementary School Principal)

Ryan Zak – [email protected] (Middle School Principal)

Kevin Krutzik – [email protected] (High School Principal)

Friday, November 3rd: Family Movie Night (3:30 pm – 5:30 pm)

Saturday, November 4th: Lawrence University Jazz Festival (MS Jazz Ensemble)

Monday, November 20th: MS / HS Jazz Concert (7:00 pm)

Wednesday, November 22nd – Friday, November 24th: No School (Thanksgiving Break)

Board of Education Updates

The School District of Sheboygan Falls holds its monthly regular board meetings on the third Monday of the month at 6:00 pm. Come join us on Monday, November 20th! You can find more information about upcoming meetings, your Board Members and more HERE.

Can’t make It? You can view the Board Agendas and Minutes at BoardDocs.com HERE.

This is the second year of the District using ALICE for safety procedures.  This month, staff led students through a teaching of our ALICE processes, practicing a specific scenario.  The safety team will be coming together next month to review the process as we continue to ensure and improve safety procedures.

“Check out” library news HERE.

5th grade students had fun putting their ecosystems together. 

5th grade students enjoyed going to STEAMFest at UWGB.

6th grade students listened attentively during their neighborhood meeting.  One routine consists of handing out “Gratitude grams” to different students.

7th and 8th grade volleyball players enjoyed a successful season! 

8th grade students spent time outside working together as the early European explorers did when they came to the New World.  Students worked on teamwork and communication skills to experience history! 

In art class students are working on watercolor paintings. 

Students had a blast on the canoe trip!

Fall is a beautiful time of year, but along with changes in the weather we start to see illnesses on the rise. The best way to prevent the spread of illness is to wash your hands thoroughly. If your family members start to feel sick, how do you know if it is a cold or the flu? Many of the symptoms are the same. Below is a reference that can help you determine if the symptoms you and / or your family member are experiencing is a cold or the flu.  

If you have any questions, please email Nurse Amber or Nurse Deanna.

Amber Silva, RN, BSN and Deanna Timler, RN, BSN

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. Learn more about available opportunities or apply at www.ThePositivePlace.com/careers.