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Summer school online registration can be accessed easily on the homepage of the School District of Beloit website in two locations: Under the tab Our District - on the first line, 2023 Summer School and on the icon titled Summer School (scroll down just a bit on the district's home page). Central Enrollment is also ready to assist anyone who needs help navigating online registration or prefers in-person registration. Click on the buttons below to access the guides. Online and in-person registration for our Summer School program begins on Friday, April 28.

Students in 4k-8th grade will attend Fruzen Intermediate and will have two, three-week sessions:

Session 1: June 20 to July 7 (no summer school July 3rd and 4th)
Session 2: July 11 to July 28 (no summer school on July 10th)

Students in 9th-12th grade will attend Aldrich Intermediate and will have a six-week session:
June 20 to July 28 (no classes on July 3rd, 4th, and 10th)

You can access our Summer School website for the link to register your student on Skyward and view the summer school guide on Friday, April 28. If you need assistance to register your student, you can visit our Central Enrollment office at the Kolak Education Center (1500 Fourth St.).

PLEASE be sure your child arrives on time each day. Make sure your child understands their plan for dismissal!

Upon entering any district building or school, all visitors are required to sign in and present a picture ID AT EVERY VISIT. Acceptable IDs include state-issued IDs such as a driver's license, a passport, or a consular card. The ID will be scanned into the Raptor software system.

All Wisconsin households are eligible to place an order every month on the Say Yes! COVID Test website .

The School District has expanded the partnership with Beloit Community Health Systems (CHS) to provide onsite health care to students. Families should call (608) 361-0311 to set up an appointment at the High School. Elementary students will need to have a parent/guardian with them at any scheduled appointment. CHS will be onsite Tuesdays from 1-4pm and Thursdays from 8:00-12pm.

School health concerns can be discussed with the Converse health office at (608) 361-2115.

Please report all student absences to the main office- (608) 361-2105.

Daily:

7:45 Student arrival

7:45- Breakfast

7:50-Students are tardy

7:50-Morning announcements

8:00-Specials and Learning Blocks begin

Monday, May 29

**30 Minutes of reading at home! Log reading minutes!

NO SCHOOL- Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 30

**30 Minutes of reading at home! Log reading minutes!

After School Club 3:00-4:30

Wednesday, May 31

**30 Minutes of reading at home! Log reading minutes!

After School Club 3:00-4:30

Thursday, June 1

**30 Minutes of reading at home! Log reading minutes!

Girls on the Run 3:15-4:45

After School Club 3:00-4:30

Friday, June 2

**30 Minutes of reading at home! Log reading minutes!

Last day of After School Club 3:00-4:30

Planning ahead:

June 3- Girls on the Run 5K in Verona

June 6- Converse Student Fun Day

June 7- 4K "Graduation" 1:30 (Converse Gym)

June 7- BMHS Graduation Tour (AM)

June 8- Last day of school (4k-11th grade)

June 10- BMHS Graduation

DON'T FORGET to register your child for 4K!

For more information visit our 4K program page link.

Here is the link for new student enrollment website

Online student enrollment link direct digital link to register

If you have any questions about enrolling you can call 608- 361-4023.

Literacy: Students will identify the letter Z.

Math: Students will identify the number 10

Other: Students will follow playground rules.

Art-"Bumble Bee Pollen Fields" (Guided Painting) (2 Day Lesson)

On the first day of the lesson, the students will look at images of pollen fields and discuss the colors that they see--along what insects need pollen to survive. After bees are mentioned, (either by the students and/or instructor) the students will be given green and yellow tempera paint and will create three green stalks and then dot paint the yellow pollen clusters on the stalks. On the 2nd day of the lesson, the students will complete the project by creating a bumble bee somewhere on their pollen field painting, (with black and yellow oil pastel) in a location of their choice.

Music:

Phy. Ed.-

Literacy: Students will be able to identify character, setting, finishing up IRLAs

Math: Students will be able to identify 3-D shapes.

Science:

Social Studies: Students will be able to tell about what life was like in the past.

Other: Students will be learn about creativity and PBIS expectations.

Art:

"Water and Chalk Pastel Color Blended Movement" (2 Day Lesson) on the first day of the lesson, the students will discuss with the instructor all the colors that they have in their color pack--emphasizing the primary, secondary and introducing the tertiary colors. Then, the students will look at various colorful backgrounds using colors to create movement across the paper. By the end of the 1st day, the students will have used a variety of the chalk pastels to color in the entire space of a 9X12 sheet of construction paper--with shapes and lines, (shaded in). On the second day of the lesson, the students will complete the assignment by brushing water across the entire sheet of paper--resulting in their colors/shapes to blend together.

Music:

Phy. Ed.-

Literacy: Students will be able to read closely to determine what the text says.

Math: Students will be able to identify 2 dimensional and 3 dimensional shapes.

Science- Students will be able to investigate external parts of plants and animals.

Social Studies:

Other:

Art:

"Watercolor Bird Houses" (2 Day Lesson). On the first day of the lesson, the students will look at various bird houses on Google Images, and how they can be both decorative and functional. Then, they will be given a basic Bird House Template to paint with a variety of watercolor paints. On the 2nd day of the lesson, the students will complete the assignment by adding a colored construction paper backing of their choice and add texture to it--by making frayed edges with paper-shaper scissors.

Music:

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Literacy: Students will be able to write opinions on a job that they research.

Math: Students will be able to make and analyze data in a bar graph based on the results of a survey.

Science: Students will be able to identify the different parts of a plant and what they need to survive.

Art:"Flying Paper Origami Bird Designs". (2 Day Lesson) On the first day of the lesson, the students will briefly discuss the history of Origami Art--it;s origin and purpose(s). They will use a basic bird outline template to add detail to it, (of their choice) and color in with a variety of mixed mediums. On the 2nd day of the lesson, the students will cut out their bird creation and will take turns flying them in the Art Room.

Music-

Phy. Ed.-

Literacy: Students will be able to use their research notes to write the chapters of their own marine animal informational book.

Math: Students will be able to describe triangles, classify plane shapes, and relate shapes and area.

Science:

Social Studies: Students will be able to understand why communities are formed and how they change over time.

Other: Students will be able to show Creativity by naming things in a category and advocating for their emotions after the game.

Art:"Watercolor Straw-blowing Abstract Art". (2 Day Lesson) On the first day of the lesson, the students will look at various examples of Straw blown Abstract Paintings on Google Images--then they will paint a colorful watercolor background. On the 2nd day of the lesson, the students will complete the assignment by first seeing a demo, on how to correctly straw-blow paint across the background and then will begin to do so with their own work.

Music-

Phy. Ed.-

Converse is partnered with Walnut Creek to offer some amazing Cougars spirit wear items. Please click on the button below or scan the QR code to order Converse Cougars/Los Pumas Spirit Wear from Walnut Creek. You are able to pick-up purchases directly from Walnut Creek or have them shipped to your home for a fee. Be sure to click on the link button below to see all that Walnut Creek has to offer!

Please note, Walnut Creek and Spirit Wear Direct are not affiliated-they are separate businesses.

Get your Converse Spirit Wear gear here! There are some great new clothing and design options that we know you will LOVE! Free shipping with purchases over $50; all items are delivered to your home! A portion of your purchase comes back to support Converse School! The online store will be open all year so purchases can be made at anytime! Through Spirit Wear Direct, you can choose your shirt style, size, and one of the different logo options to create your own Converse attire!

Please note, Walnut Creek and Spirit Wear Direct are not affiliated-they are separate businesses.

The YMCA is partnering with Converse to offer after school care. The YMCA after school program hours are 3:00 - 6 p.m. (Grades: 4K - 1st)

Contact: Aleasha Delgado at 608-365-2261 or adelgado@statelineymca.org

The After School Enrichment Program serves school-aged children with a variety of fun and educational activities designed to help our young learners. Be sure to let the YMCA know you are from Converse if you choose to sign-up. Registration forms are able to be filled out on line for enrollment and can be emailed back. Paperwork can also be dropped off at the Y. There is a registration fee to hold your spot.

www.statelineymca.org https://www.statelineymca.org/programs/after-school-enhancement-program/beloit-sac-wisconsin-school-site-pm-care

The School District of Beloit is committed to the well being of our students, staff and families to create a safe and healthy learning environment. In support of this ongoing commitment, the district has engaged in a partnership with Care Solace to provide an additional layer of care for our school community.

Care Solace is a mental health coordination provider that helps individuals quickly connect with verified mental health care providers and substance use treatment centers. This service is designed to work alongside the district’s multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and to help schools triage and support student mental health needs and provide confidential wraparound resources. Their multilingual Care Companion team is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year to connect students, staff and families to carefully verified providers in our community. The Care Solace navigation system taps into a vast database of mental healthcare resources to provide a match with therapists and programs based on insurance, location, mental health concerns, and other parameters, regardless of income level.

Students, staff and families may access this no-cost service in two ways:

1. Call (888) 515-0595 or email weserve@caresolace.org to speak with someone from the concierge team, or

2. Visit this custom link on theSDB website

Please do not send treats containing nuts or peanut butter due to allergies. Homemade treats and baked goods are not allowed at school parties or for birthday treats. All snacks must be store-bought and have an ingredient label for allergen verification. Thank you for your understanding and keeping our students safe.

Converse students will demonstrate:

Eyes Watching.

Ears Listening.

Voices Quiet

Body Still.

Converse students are:

Safe.

Responsible.

Respectful.

Kind.

At Converse, we work to promote school safety and good behavior. Our staff works to teach kids about behavior expectations and strategies. Prevention versus punishment.

For more information and a calendar of dates and times, visit https://www.secondharvestmadison.org/partner-resources/mobile-pantry-schedule

Or call 608-223-9121

Beloit:

● People’s Church (340 W. Grand Ave.) 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10 am

● People’s Church (340 W. Grand Ave.) 4th Tuesday of the month at 10 am

Janesville:

● St. John Vianney Catholic Church (1250 E. Racine St) 1st Monday of the month

○ Registration from 11:30-12:30, Food Distribution from 12:30-2:00 pm

● First Lutheran Church (612 N Randall Ave) 2nd Thursday of the month. 4-6 pm

Any changes to times or locations for mobile pantry distributions will be communicated via our texting service. You will ONLY receive a text notification if there is a change. Text FOODROCK to 47177.

Second Harvest does not require any identification or proof of residency. Bring bags or boxes if possible. They distribute about 60 pounds of food per household.

Created by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of School Safety (OSS), the SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT Resource Center is a comprehensive, one-stop place to turn with important concerns.

SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT allows students, parents, school staff, and community members to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at school students, school employees, and schools. The SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT Resource Center can respond confidentially and quickly to get help to you or to someone who is hurting or struggling.

Tips can be submitted 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week by telephone, mobile app, or via the SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT website. The phone number to report potential or criminal activity directed at students, school employees and/or schools is 1-800-697-8761. To access the website Tip Line, Click HERE.

For more information, please visit the Speak Up, SpeakOut Website

PLEASE CONTINUE TO REACH OUT TO US:

Converse Main Office

Ms. Luehne- Secretary

tluehne@sdb.k12.wi.us

(608) 361-2105

Ms. Casique- Bilingual Home Liaison/ Enlace Bilingüe entre la Escuela y Hogar

Converse 608-361-2186

McNeel .608-361-3828

Google Voice: 608-466-6076

rcasique@sdb.k12.wi.us

Ms. Malott-Principal

lmalott@sdb.k12.wi.us

(608) 361-2110

Mr. Stengl-Assistant Principal

rstengl@sdb.k12.wi.us

(608) 361-2178

Converse Health Office (Alyssa Rohrer- School Nurse; Lindsay Fry and MaryAnne Bennett- Health Room Assistants):

arohrer@sdb.k12.wi.us

lfry@sdb.k12.wi.us

(608) 361-2115

Mr. Joe Guzaldo- School Psychologist

jguzaldo@sdb.k12.wi.us

(608) 361-2151

Ms. Staci Brandt- School Counselor

ssarvisbrandt@sdb.k12.wi.us

(608) 361-2187

Ms. Amy Langer-School Social Worker

alanger@sdb.k12.wi.us

(608) 361-2183

PLEASE continue to check:

• email
• text messages
• voicemail
• SEESAW
• the school district website (www.sdb.k12.wi.us)
• the School District of Beloit APP

Website: https://www.sdb.k12.wi.us/Domain/10
Location: 1602 Townline Avenue, Beloit, WI, USA
Phone: (608) 361-2105