Taft Newsletter
News to Howl About - August 28, 2023 Updates
Kindergarten Playdate reminder!
Getting Ready for the First Day!
The school day begins at 8:15 am and ends at 3:00 pm. Please note the end time, as this has changed. Students who are taking breakfast will be able to enter the building beginning at 7:55 am and will eat breakfast in their classrooms. Breakfast is available in the classroom until 8:15 am. Students arriving after 8:15 am are considered tardy and will need to check in at the school office (Door #1) before going to class.
Students will enter and exit the building using specified doors. Please see the table below to help determine where you would like to drop off and pick up your child(ren).
Door 12 - Located facing S. Western Ave. near north playground
Miss Kewley (4)
Miss Lueddecke (3)
Mr. Vanderloop (3)
Door 7 - Located facing Claire St. near south playground
Miss Hierl (1)
Mrs. Mesa (2)
Miss Griesbach (2)
Door 2 - Located facing S. Western Ave near south playground
Mrs. Perry (K)
Mrs. Namoff (K)
Miss Kohlbeck (1)
***Classroom Teacher Assignments will be available in Parent Portal on August 29, 2023.***
Drop Off/ Pick Up Reminders
When dropping off/picking up, do not park in front of neighbors driveways, even if it is for a short amount of time. Please be sure to safely walk your child(ren) across streets in a designated crosswalk. Students should not cross the street between parked cars.
Designated visitor parking is available in the front of the building. Please do not park in the half circle driveway area on Western Ave., as this is where buses load and unload students.
Girls on the Run Sign - Up now open!
3rd and 4th Grade Only
July 30, 2023 Update
Dear Taft Families,
Please see the information below for reminders about registration. Registration closes on July 31! Please register by MONDAY, JULY 31, to allow time for us to prepare for the upcoming school year!
You can register in person at the NJSD district office (410 S. Commercial St.) on Monday, July 31 from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm.
I hope you are continuing to have a safe and enjoyable summer!
Karen Russell
Taft Receives Wisconsin RTI Center Recognition
Recently, the Wisconsin RtI Center recognized Taft Elementary in Math at the Silver level and Behavior at the Bronze level for our work toward fully implementing school-wide systems that, according to national research, lead to improved student outcomes.
By establishing our equitable, multi-level system of supports, we increase consistency of effective instruction, build staff knowledge and skills to equitably support all learners, use data to proactively identify and provide support for students, and create a positive culture that nurtures relationships with students and their families, and communities. This strong foundation helps learners gain the skills needed to graduate ready for college or a career!
Congratulations to ALL!
Registration - Closes July 31!
Online Registration Now Open for 2023-24
The Online Registration annual update is now open on the Infinite Campus Parent Portal for families to complete their annual update of information as well as give consent for release forms and waivers for the 2023-24 school year. ALL families are asked to complete this at their earliest convenience to ensure all information is up to date prior to school starting.
- Choose "More" from the menu on the left.
- Click on "OLR Annual Update"
- If all your children are listed, Click the Begin Registration button and follow on screen instructions.
Questions/Issues~
- If you have forgotten your username or password and unable to retrieve them using the "forgot your username or forgot your password" buttons, please email campus@neenah.k12.wi.us for additional assistance.
- If one of your students is missing from your app, email campus@neenah.k12.wi.us and provide your name and missing students name.
- If you are having any technical issues, please email campus@neenah.k12.wi.us and include your name, students name, and phone number you can be reached at in the event we are unable to resolve your issue by email.
Fee Questions:
Specific school fees: Contact your child's school and leave a message
Online Fee process: Email fees@neenah.k12.wi.us
The Annual Update Registration will close July 31st.
Reminder for Kindergarten Families
The Neenah Joint School District supports a staggered start approach for Kindergarten. This means that students in Kindergarten will start on different days to allow them to be acclimated to their new classrooms and teachers in smaller groups. Please see the schedule below to help you to prepare for the first few days of school.
Monday, September 4, 2023 - No School - Labor Day
Tuesday, September 5, 2023 - First Day of school for all students in grades 1-5,
Kindergarten - Last names beginning with A-J (full day)
No School for Kindergarteners with last names beginning with K-Z
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Kindergarten - Last names beginning with K-Z (full day)
No School for Kindergarteners with last names beginning with A-J
Thursday, September 7, 2023 - all Kindergartners
2023-2024 Bus Route Information
Bus Routes for 2023-24 Coming Soon
Kobussen is working on bus routes and plans to have them completed by mid-August. When routes are completed, all eligible families will receive an email with their route information.
The Stopfinder app will also be updated at that time to show current routes. If you previously had this app and set up an account, you can simply log in, change the date to the first day of school, and your child’s route will be visible. If you deleted the app, just reinstall and login with your email address. Families without a current Stopfinder account will receive an email invitation to create one.
Eligibility is based on your distance from school. If you live 2 or more miles away, you qualify for a bus ride. Exceptions can apply if your child’s walking path is determined to be hazardous- see the NJSD website for more information.
When bus routes are completed, you can find out your child’s route in 2 ways:
The Stopfinder app: if you previously had this app and set up an account, you can simply log in, change the date to the first day of school, and your child’s route will be visible. If you deleted the app, just reinstall and login with your email address. More information on the Stopfinder app can be found on the NJSD website. If you are new to the district, or did not previously set up an account with Stopfinder, you will receive an email invitation to do so. This app is private, so it can be accessed by invitation only
Watch your email. Emails will be generated via our transportation software and bus routes will be sent to the email address(es) we have on file for your household
If you have questions about you student’s bus route, please contact Kobussen directly at 920-722-8572 or neenah.tm@kobussen.com
Questions about bus eligibility or the Stopfinder app can be directed to julie.krause@neenah.k12.wi.us
Taft Elementary School
Email: karen.russell@neenah.k12.wi.us
Website: https://www.neenah.k12.wi.us/schools/taft/
Location: 133 South Western Avenue, Neenah, WI, USA
Phone: (920) 751-6980