Warrior Weekly
Week of: Monday, October 10 - Friday, October 14, 2022
PTO NEEDS YOUR HELP
The PTO Committee is working on the final details for
the Pre-Conference Meal on Monday, October 10th.
This meal is usually provided to staff the night of Fall Conferences, and we hope to continue with that tradition. PLEASE consider signing up through this link: https://bit.ly/FallConf22.
Thank you for your continued support!
Questions? Please contact: Tiffani Drake: chiffani@yahoo.com and/or Shawna Schalk: shawnaschalk@gmail.com.
Building Doors to be secured during Home Varsity Football Games
Beginning this Friday, October 7, and continuing through the remainder of the football season, doors to the High School will be locked on HOME FOOTBALL Friday nights. The doors will be locked at 6:45 p.m. to secure the building and prevent theft, vandalism, or damage to property. Please note that students will not be allowed into the building to warm-up or to pick-up their belongings. Students attending the football game should plan accordingly. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
FALL CONFERENCES ARE HERE!
Conferences will be offered virtually through ZOOM,
Monday, October 10 (4-8 PM) & Friday, October 14 (8 AM-12 PM). We encourage all our families to sign-up to meet with teachers and counselors. If a teacher or counselor is not available because they have no open time slots, please communicate directly with that teacher or counselor about your concerns, questions, or for an update on your student’s progress.
Please use this List of Conference SignUp Genius links to schedule times to meet with teachers or counselors. If you are unable to participate in a virtual conference, please call Cindy Richardson at the high school 608-849-2100, ext. 2046 who will connect you with staff via the phone.
Thank you for your participation in our Fall Conferences!
ONE ACT UPDATES
The One Act Parent Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday,
October 11th at 7:00 PM in the WHS Performing Arts Center.
All parents are asked to attend.
The fall One Act play is in rehearsals and is looking for a few more students to join us in our effort to earn a trip to the State Theater Festival. We are looking for students to fill some non-speaking acting roles as well as students to work backstage to flesh out our crews.
The One Act Play ("Jane Eyre: Life at Lowood") will make its stage debut at the District Festival hosted by DeForest High School on Saturday, October 15th. The performance time will be announced next week.
For additional information, email RickBraun@waunakee.k12.wi.us.
CALLING ALL BOWLERS!
The 2022-2023 season is drawing near and we are looking to grow our program! If you enjoy bowling and are interested in learning more about the opportunity, please join us at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 12th at the Waunabowl, for more information. Bring your parents and your equipment as we hope to get you on the lanes after we are finished sharing information about this year's season.
Our final coach's meeting is this Monday, which is when we'll know our schedule -- but as in previous years, Bowling Meets are held on Mondays at 4:30 PM at various bowling centers across the greater Madison area with practice on Wednesdays and Sundays.
If you are unable to make the meeting, or are interested in getting more information before you decide, please feel free to contact me, Coach Mike, at waunakeebowling@gmail.com, check out our facebook page (Waunakee Bowling Club | Facebook) or go to the Wisconsin High School District Bowling Club - District 4 website (www.wihsbowlclub.com/districtSchedPage.php?id=4) for more information.
WHS Cancer Awareness Day: OCTOBER 13
Join the Waunakee Community High School Student Council members as they kick off the Waunakee Community Cancer Awareness event! The Waunakee Community Cancer Awareness day is October 14; however, Student Council members encourage students and staff to wear their new gear to school on Thursday, October 13th. This event is dedicated to all the individuals and loved ones that have been affected by cancer. A portion of the sales will be donated to the UW Carbone Cancer Center.
COUNSELING DEPARTMENT CONNECTION
☑ COLLEGE REP VISITS
College representatives will be available to meet with Juniors and Seniors during Contact Time on:
- Wednesday, October 12, 2022: UW-Milwaukee
- Thursday, October 13, 2022: Viterbo University
To attend, students must sign up in Naviance and in FlexiSched on Monday, October 10th.
All meetings will be held in the Counseling Office.
☑ College APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
Our school counselors are offering weekly college application help sessions during contact time through October. This week’s session will be on Thursday, October 13, 2022.
The counselors are here to help you achieve your postsecondary goals, whether that be with application assistance, transcript requests, and/or other supplemental items. Students must sign up in FlexiSched.
Hello JUNIOR Parents & Guardians
The Post Prom Committee needs your help!
If you would like to help plan/organize the Post Prom festivities (April 22nd, 2023), join the committee for a meeting at the Waunakee Village Center at 6pm on Wednesday October 19th.
If you are interested in helping out, but unable to make the meeting, please contact Steve Hernandez: (stevenhernandez@waunakee.k12.wi.us) so that he can pass your name onto the Post Prom Planning Committee.
Post Prom is organized by parents/guardians and offers a wonderful opportunity for our students following Prom. Thank you for your help and support in advance.
📚 Library Media and Technology Center (LMTC) News
"Thing of the Month" Winner
Congratulations to Tyler Lesch, this month's "Thing of the Month" award winner. Tyler correctly guessed our item as a rubber thimble and takes home a Kokopelli certificate as a prize.
Stop in the LMTC this month to look at our item in the glass case and take your best guess at this month's "Thing of the Month".
⏭ Print & Digital Magazines Available
Are you looking to buy a car? Maybe wondering the best brand of toaster to buy for your dorm room next year? Copies of Consumer Reports magazine and a host of many others in the LMTC. Did you know you can borrow both print magazines and digital magazines right on your phone? Visit the LMTC website today.
Freshmen Homecoming Dinner was a SMASH HIT!
The enthusiastic and hard-working Freshmen Dinner Committee welcomed the beautiful, warm, and sunny day for the Freshmen Homecoming Dinner event! Special thanks to:
- The Committee who devoted their time and energy to providing a wonderful evening for the Freshmen students to enjoy.
- The school administration for working with the Committee to connect with the Freshmen students, parents, and guardians.
- James Chancellor for supplying the PERFECT setting.
- Taryn Ziegler for taking a class photo that is sure to be cherished by students and their families for years to come.
- The Lone Girl for the delicious meal!
- The incredibly talented magician.
- Parents and Guardians who offered their time, skills, and generous donations.
- The Class of 2026 for their A+ behavior throughout the evening.
🎓 2023 GRADUATION CAP/GOWN/TASSEL ORDERS
The Senior Meeting with the Jostens representative was rescheduled for October 19th. Seniors will meet in the Performing Arts Center during Contact Time to receive information on how to order Graduation Cap/Gown & Announcement products.
Orders must be placed by OCTOBER 31st to avoid late fees.
Questions? Please call JOSTENS at 1-800-854-7464 OR EMAIL: www.jostens.com/contact
For general questions, please contact Mrs. Richardson in the main office.
Please note that scholarships or payment plans are available to any student who has been approved for the free/reduced meal program and may be available to any student whose families have a financial need due to unique circumstances. Please see Mrs. Richardson for assistance.
DENTAL CARE SERVICES AT THE HIGH SCHOOL
Bridging Brighter Smiles Provides Dental Services
Did you know that your child can receive dental care at school? Click here for more information or to enroll today! Services are provided during the day and visits are held throughout the school year. Enroll now to secure an appointment time on October 18th.
WHAT'S FOR LUNCH?
Taher Food Services continues to provide nutritious and authentic food choices for our students and staff. Check out the October CALENDAR on what is being offered!
For questions regarding lunch accounts, please contact Jessica Dargenio at 608-849-2100, Ext. 2952.
CALENDAR REMINDERS
- Students who signed up for DECA should see a $25 fee in their Infinite Campus account. This fee is for the state and national dues. Please pay these by November 1.
- Waunakee Ecumenical Board (WEB) offers Thanksgiving Meal Basket & Holiday Gift Cards to families in financial need. If you are a family with students in the WCSD and believe your family would benefit from holiday programs, please click here.
- Registration is open for the November 28th ACT Test Prep class for Juniors. Access the class info and flyer on our WCSD website or go directly on the Waunakee Revtrak site to register.
- Senior Photos and Senior Profiles are due November 30. HERE is the link for more information.
Join the High School Team!
Are you looking to make a career change? The High School is looking for a Student Resource Para Educator to join our team. CLICK HERE to learn more about the available positions and to find the application.
Scholarships or Payment Plans Available
https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/families/student-financial-assistance
Scholarships or payment plans are available to any student who has been approved for the free/reduced meal program and may be available to any student whose families have a financial need due to unique circumstances. Please contact Teri Reible at 608-849-2000 to learn more about these opportunities. If you need assistance in a language other than English, please call the district interpreter and translator at 608-849-2000, option 2.
Contact Us
Website: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/schools
Location: 301 Community Drive, Waunakee, Wisconsin, USA
Phone: (608) 849-2100, Ext. 2046