WILDCAT CLIPS
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT CLASSES
WINTER 2024
To sign up, please visit https://www.learningmeansfun.com/signup. You will need to enter the course code to register. The course code is listed on the flyer (listed below as All Winter Classes).
All registration is done online! Instructors cannot accept any payments brought to class. If you have difficulty registering, please contact Afterschool Enrichment at 847-482-9999 or registration@learningmeansfun.com.
Visit the District website for more details by clicking here.
Let's Code It - Class Code LC01.26.24
Chess Scholars - Class Code LC01.23.24
Smart Start Art - Class Code LC01.24.24
VOLLEYBALL
LCS Volleyball Sign-up is now open for Boys and Girls in grades 6, 7, and 8.
DEADLINE for sign-up will be Friday, January 26, 2024. NO LATE SIGN-UPS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Please fill out the appropriate Google Form below to sign up your 6-8th grade child. The district will add an activity fee to your child's Skyward account under the "fee management" tab when registration is closed.
***NOTE: Simply paying for volleyball does not mean you are signed up. You MUST fill out the google form.
6-8 Girls Form: https://forms.gle/nTWfse4ngdt7q4SHA
6-8 Boys Form: https://forms.gle/5syTdjz9LcBHQJLJ9
Sign-up ends on January 26, 2024. At that time, we will determine the number of teams needed and we will assign coaches. Coaches will give you information on practice dates. Our AMSAC scheduler will begin working on the game schedule after January 30, 2024. Once that is complete, you will get that schedule as well from your childβs coach.
The first week of Volleyball practices will begin the week of March 11th, 2024. The boy's conference tournament typically runs at the end of April, and the girl's conference tournament typically runs at the beginning of May.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 TRAYS
Around the World in 80 Trays is a state-wide event with the purpose of increasing global flavors in USDA School Meals Programs! DPI would like to acknowledge that food can do more than just nourish the body, but it can offer an invitation to explore the diverse cultures of Wisconsin students.
Students will be able to to sample foods from four different cultures during lunch every Tuesday starting on Jan.9th. We encourage everyone to participate and try new and exciting flavors from around the world!
January 9th: Wojabi- Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin berry sauce (p.30)
January 16th: Che Thai- Vietnamese fruit dessert (p.7)
January 23rd: Maipakke-Norwegian sandwich (p.23)
January 30th: Kafta Challow- Afghan meatballs (p.22)
Mrs. Gonzalez's K-8th grade classes are meeting in the innovation lab for introductions to their clay units. Activities included experimting on the pottery wheel and virtual 3D pottery! Next, classes will return to the art room to create individual hand-build project.
ART CLASS AT LCS
Mrs. Gonzalez's K-8th grade classes are meeting in the innovation lab for introductions to their clay units. Activities included experimenting on the pottery wheel and virtual 3-D pottery! Next, classes will return to the art room to create individual hand-built projects.
SCHOOL RECESS
Please make sure your child comes to school with appropriate weather clothing!
During the winter months we are committed to ensuring that our students have the opportunity for outdoor recess whenever possible, but we first make sure all students are safe from severe weather conditions. Please make sure your child comes to school with a winter coat, hat, and gloves/mittens. This includes all students. All students are required to go outside for recess unless indoor recess has been communicated. If you are having difficulty obtaining cold weather clothing please reach out to the school. We are here to help.
HOMEWORK HELP
Monday's and Thursday's 3:20 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. in Room 202. Lake Country School students in grades 3-8 are able to drop-in after school on Mondays and Thursdays for Homework Help. Students must have homework and/or a book to read. A parent or guardian must sign a permission slip for the school year in order for their child to drop in. If there is no school on Monday or Thursday, there will be no Homework Help. CLICK HERE FOR THE PERMISSION SLIP
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Lunchroom Aide
Lake Country School is seeking a part-time school year employee, Mondays & Fridays per the school calendar for lunchroom supervision for 5K-8th grade students. Hours are 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM.
Key duties of this position include:
- Supervise students in the lunchroom.
- Enforce school rules in the lunchroom.
- Monitor student behavior and report issues, incidents, or concerns to the Administrator.
- Follow Discipline Policy.
- Oversee students entering lunch pins into computer program.
- Clean/wipe tables between lunch periods.
- Maintain appropriate forms and records.
- Communicate positively with students, staff and parents.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to maintain self-control and use a positive, caring, efficient, supportive approach working with a variety of people with requests for information, complaints, etc.
- Ability to prioritize and implement responsibilities without direction.
- Knowledge of basic first aid.
- Ability to read and understand school documents such as district policies and procedures, handbooks, manuals and schedules.
- Experience working with children is preferred.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $12.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Special Education Aide
Lake Country School District in Hartland, WI seeks motivated and caring teacher aides for our special education department in our 4K-8th grade school setting. Special Education paraprofessionals work under the direction of a Special Education teacher. This position provides support for students; assists in the supervision, care, and instruction in the general education setting or in a self-contained classroom; assists in implementing plans for instruction; monitors student behavior; and provides information to appropriate school personnel.
This is a school-year position with days off when students are out of school.
The State of WI requires any person employed by a Wisconsin public school as a special education program aide to hold a Special Education Program Aide License issued by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) or another valid and current DPI license or permit. Special Education Program Aide licenses are valid for five years. The license requires a high school diploma or GED, and a background check with finger printing. The details can be found here: https://dpi.wi.gov/tepdl/licensing/types/special-ed-aide
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Substitute Teacher
Applications for substitute teachers are accepted throughout the school year. For those interested in substitute teaching, please note that we use the Frontline Education system.
LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS TO SUB:
A current State of WI teaching license. Check the status/expiration of your WI educator license on the WI DPI website: https://dpi.wi.gov/tepdl/license-lookup
ORβ¦
The current State of WI short-term sublicense. More info on the WI DPI website:
https://dpi.wi.gov/tepdl/licensing/types/three-year-substitute
Out-of-state licenses will not be accepted; you need to apply for a WI license. Expired licenses will not be accepted.
Questions should be referred to Chad Schraufnagel at 262.367.3606 x114 or schraufnagelc@mylakecountryschool.org
LAKE COUNTRY SCHOOL IS A EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Candidates must complete employment paperwork, DPI-required training, and a pre-employment exam. Please note that this is a substitute position, which means that you may be called upon to work on short notice. Flexibility and adaptability are key qualities for success in this role.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $130.00 per day
Work Location: In person
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Are you interested in volunteering at Lake Country School? We are excited to have you join us!
In order to better protect our students, staff, volunteers, and visitors, Lake Country School District requires your cooperation with Raptor Technologies. Please CLICK HERE to fill out the application for a background check. It is very important that the information you enter on the application matches your government-issued identification card including your full legal name. It is important that you provide a valid email address so you can be notified as to the status of your application and for future communication. If you are unable to provide an email address, you use the districtβs email address. All information collected on the application will remain confidential and not be shared outside the volunteer program.
When you volunteer, please make sure that you are not bringing younger siblings to the school campus. This policy pertains to lunchroom volunteers, recess volunteers, holiday parties, classroom celebrations, etc. This is a liability and safety issue. School district procedures prohibit non-enrolled children from being on a school campus during school hours.
Lunchroom volunteers must check in at the school office prior to going to the lunchroom. The role of a lunchroom volunteer is to supervise children in the lunchroom to ensure they are being safe and kind. In addition, some children will need help to open lunch items. Between each lunch period, you are asked to help wipe the lunch tables. There will be lunchroom aides with whom you may ask questions regarding lunchroom rules. Please click on the link above labeled Lunchroom Volunteer to sign up. Thank you!
Recess volunteers must check in at the school office prior to going outside to the playground. The role of a recess volunteer is to supervise children on the playground to ensure they are being safe and kind. There will be recess aides on the playground whom you may ask questions regarding recess rules. Please click on the link above labeled Recess Volunteer to sign up. Thank you!
Please contact your child's teacher directly to inquire about volunteering in the classroom.
LAKE COUNTRY SCHOOL PTO
Lake Country PTO is a nonprofit parent teacher organization whose membership includes all staff, parents, and legal guardians of students attending Lake Country School. The PTOβs mission is to establish a close relationship between home and school by advancing opportunities for all parents to become involved in the Lake Country School community.
The PTO sponsors assistance to teachers in classroom settings, raises funds for supplemental educational materials and experiences, supports school and family social interaction, and provides a forum for sharing information on issues that impact our children. The PTO believes that when parents support school through a positive partnership, it offers the best possible learning environment for our children.
π Lake Country School PTO is on Facebook!
ARROWHEAD HIGH SCHOOL CAMPS & ACTIVITIES
Calling all 3rd & 4th grade girls! We want you to join the fun sport of lacrosse! This fast paced, exciting game will be fun for anyone; no experience required! The season is relatively short so the time commitment allows for other summer sports to be played. The season starts mid March with indoor practices and wraps up by the beginning of June. Registration ends January 30, 2024. www.arrowheadyouthlacrosse.com
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
MERTON ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
FOLLOW MAA on Facebook for updates and www.mertonathletics.org for more detailed information about programs.
Registration for WINTER Programs is OPEN and will CLOSE Dec. 16th:
**all programs subject to a waitlistβso register early**
Indoor Soccer (5K - 6th grade)
- Saturdays (Jan 13th - March 16th)
- $80
3rd/4th grade Boys Basketball
- Tuesdays (Jan 16th - March 19th)
- $75
PARENT RESOURCES
Technolgy Tips
Set clear limits for daily screen time use AND for specific topic usage. You can create an action plan that works for your family by using the American Academy of Pediatrics' Family Media Plan
Check in devices with parents or in a general area at night to not disturb sleep
Limit phone use during homework time
Practice what you preach--lead by example with your own screen time use
Monitor media usage- what apps, accounts, sites and games being used
Discuss safety and respectful behavior with media usage
Enforce the rules with your agreed upon technology expectations.
Screen time recommendations from the CDC: CDC: Screen Time vs. Lean Time
Navigating Social Media recommendations from Common Sense Media
Screen time recommendations from the AAP: Media and Young Minds
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Strategies to Make Homework Go More Smoothly
Homework has been around as long as public schools have, and over the years considerable research has been conducted regarding the efficacy of homework practices. Besides contributing to academic success, homework can help teach children how to take responsibility for tasks and how to work independently. Homework helps children develop habits of mind that will serve them well as they proceed through school and through life. Specifically, homework helps children learn how to plan and organize tasks, manage time, make choices, and problem solve. All of these skills contribute to effective functioning in the adult world of work and families. Homework also helps parents stay involved with their childβs education.
We encourage parents to help and assist their children to follow a nightly homework routine. Below are some recommendations from the National Association of School Psychologists. If you have further questions please reach out to your childβs teacher. CLICK HERE FOR HELPFUL HOMEWORK ROUTINES
If you have further questions, concerns or need to collaborate about your childβs education or social/emotional/behavioral health; please reach out to your Student Support Team.
Heather Thurin, School Counselor EXT 132
Kelley Berlin, School Psychologist EXT 134
WELLNESS CORNER
The Lake Country School District promotes a healthy school environment for students and staff through education and awareness, and by providing and promoting healthy options and opportunities. The Lake Country School District will practice and promote good nutrition within the school setting. Students who practice good nutrition attend school with minds and bodies ready to take advantage of their learning environment. Eating habits are learned early in life. Therefore, the School Board, administrators and staff support a school environment that promotes and encourages lifelong nutritious eating habits.
Teach Kids to Cook Real Food
One Simple Habit That Could Get Your Kids to Eat 4xs More Veggies
Itβs no surprise that parents everywhere struggle to get their kids to eat vegetables. In fact, here at Kids Cook Real Foodβ’, I hear often from our families that one of the biggest barriers to eating more healthily is that they have what they call βpicky eaters.β
Quick Links
2023-2024 School Calendar (select link at top of page)
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