High School Warrior Weekly
Week of Monday, April 10 through Friday, April 14, 2023
VISIT OUR ONLINE STORE
Shop Local!
As the district launched a new brand for both the school district and the high school/spirit, we want you to be able to sport the newest gear. There are many options for men, women, youth, spirit, and accessories. New items and designs added in time for spring!
Click here to access our NEW online store: https://waunakeeschools2023.itemorder.com/shop/home/
All items can be shipped directly to your home (shipping rates apply) or picked up at Trending Now Promotions (1120 Uniek Drive, Waunakee) at no extra cost to you. The deadline to order is Monday, April 17, at which time all orders will be processed.
Thank you for your support of our Warrior Corner Store and the Marketing Education program by shopping locally.
DONATIONS APPRECIATED
Spring has Sprung! Time to Clean, Organize & Donate!
Do you have a Chaotic closet? Bursting basement? Garbled garage? Donate your items to the "Pay It Forward's" 14th Annual Garage Sale being held on Saturday, May 13th at 6010 Woodland Drive (Waunakee) from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Donations can be dropped off at the High School or stop on Saturday, May 13th to the Woodland Drive address.
Pay It Forward will turn your “trash” into someone’s “treasure”. Proceeds for this year's garage sale will be donated to Red Cross for Tornado Relief and Ukraine. Please contact Corina Rogers with any questions - corinarogers@waunakee.k12.wi.us
PROJECT GRADUATION-Class of 2023
Please find this year's WHS Project Graduation Corporate Sponsorship options HERE and consider making a donation on behalf of your business or organization to our CLASSMUNITY page.
Project Graduation takes place after Commencement Services on Saturday, June 3rd.
Seniors/Parents/Guardian: Watch your email for a separate letter regarding Graduation 2023. The message will be sent out the week of April 10. Contact Cindy Richardson with questions at cindyrichardson@waunakee.k12.wi.us
LIBRARY MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER (LMTC)
Time to Create
The LMTC Cricut has a new dedicated laptop! And it's already personalized using vinyl cut by the Cricut. Check it out someday during study hall, lunch, or contact time.
Meet some HS Peer Tutors
For more information regarding Peer Tutoring, please visit our website at https://whs.waunakee.k12.wi.us/academics/library/peer-tutoring-writing-center
Alaina
Experience: 2nd year
Tutors: 3B
Other school activities: swimming, Spanish Honor Society, NHS, Yoga Club
Josie
Experience: 2nd year
After School Job: Luna Pet Resort
Other school activities: Orchestra, Eco Club, NHS
Kaden
Experience: 1st year
Tutors: Contact Time Wednesday
After School Job: Piggly Wiggly
Other school activities: Golf, FBLS
COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES OFFERED
The Community Ed office is offering classes that will take place in the Innovation Center this spring. Register today for a workshop! View our offerings!
Candle Box Workshop
There is still time to register for the Laser Cut Candle Box Workshop on Tuesday, April 11 | 6 PM - 9 PM. Sign-up today!
Classes & Workshops
The Community Education area strives to provide enrichment opportunities to students and adults in the Waunakee area. We offer several different types of classes or workshops throughout the school year and summer, geared toward different age groups. We hope you'll give one of our classes a try!
Jewelry Workshop
Register now for the Laser Cut Jewelry Workshop on Tuesday, May 2 | 6 PM - 8 PM. Seating is limited to the first 20 registrants.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
COUNSELING OFFICE CONNECTION
Seniors Attending Madison College after Graduation
Madison College Advisors will be in the Counseling Office for the "Accepted Student Day" on Friday, April 14 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM for assisting seniors with class registration. Please see your email for the sign up link that was sent out just prior to spring break. If you have any questions please stop by the Counseling Office.
Attention Sophomores!
Wisconsin students in 10th grade will be participating in the Forward Exam assessment in Social Studies. This test will be administered in-person at the high school April 11 or 12 during students' regular AP US History or US History class.
The Forward Exam is a computer based assessment and tests students in the area of social studies. It is a required state test. More information is available about the Forward at this link.
Please reach out to Mrs. Varney, testing coordinator, at 608.849.2100 x2330 or katherinevarney@waunakee.k12.wi.us with any questions.
SENIORS that Have Applied To Colleges
Please note the following reminders:
Update the application results in Naviance under “Colleges I’m applying to.”
If you have made a decision on which college you will be attending in the fall, please indicate this under the “College that I’m attending” drop down in your Naviance account.
Be sure to request your Final Transcript in Naviance to be sent to the institution you plan to attend. Final transcripts will be sent in mid-June once final grades are posted.
Pay the one time $15 Transcript Fee in the Infinite Campus School Store if you have requested, or plan to request, a transcript to be sent to a college.
Stop in the Counseling Office with questions.
PROM DANCE
Midnight Ball: Saturday, April 22 from 8-11 PM
The theme of the Prom dance is "Midnight Ball". The dance will be held at the High School on Saturday, April 22 from 8:00 - 11:00 PM. Juniors & Seniors: Purchase your tickets at GoFan.co. Use your student ID number as the promo code. The cost of a Prom ticket is $15. A Post Prom ticket is $10.
POST PROM '23
Tickets on Sale Now - GoFan.co
READY TO JOIN THE FUN? - Volunteer SignUp available.
We are entering the final stretch and it's time to get involved. We have so many opportunities to be a part of this event. Please visit the SignUp and choose a way to support the activities. It's going to be fun, fun, and more fun. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CAAA92BA5FEC61-adult.
What is Post Prom? Post Prom 2023 – A Night in Vegas, is an event at the Waunakee Village Center that extends the Prom festivities and fun for a few hours after the dance at the High School ends. AND it keeps our students celebrating in a safe environment. The event opens at 10:30 p.m. and allows entry until 11:30 p.m. and ends at 2:00 a.m. Students will be able to enjoy casino games, trivia, bingo, food, music, and photo opportunities, and will wrap up the night with an opportunity to win PRIZES! (The prizes are INSANE! - Top prizes valued at $300 up to $1,000.)
Who can attend Post Prom? Post Prom is a ticketed event ($10 each) and tickets can be purchased through GoFan by any Waunakee High School junior or senior class member (even if they don’t choose to attend Prom), as well as any guest approved to attend Prom. Tickets should be purchased in advance and students must enter the Village Center by 11:30 p.m. with no re-entry. Students must be present to win PRIZES.
How can families support this event? We’re glad you asked! There are many ways you can support the event.
- Volunteer to help: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CAAA92BA5FEC61-adult
- Classmunity contributions are always welcome in any amount. Consider contributing today: https://www.classmunity.com/waunakeewi/view-fundraiser.php?fundraiser_id=2014
- Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1549502362139051/
- Email: waunakeepostprom@gmail.com
TAHER FOOD SERVICE MENUS
Here is the Lunch Menu for April that Taher Food Services has provided. To apply for free and reduced price meals or milk, please visit the Campus Parent portal. This is the preferred method. The 2022-2023 school year application is available in Campus Parent. Questions regarding your student's lunch account? Please call (608) 849-2100, Ext. 2952.
CONTACT US!
Website: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/schools
Location: 301 Community Drive, Waunakee, Wisconsin, USA
Phone: (608) 849-2100, Ext. 2046