Rocket Roundup
September 28, 2022
All-Staff Insurance Meeting Zoom Recording
The entire proposal will be posted in BoardDocs this weekend in advance of the Oct. 4 Board meeting.
September 30 Professional Learning Day Schedule Set
Please click below for an overview of the planned sessions and events for our September 30 Professional Learning Day. Details will be updated if revisions or additions become necessary, so please check in periodically to ensure locations and times are not altered.
Homecoming Set for September 30-October 1
- The annual Homecoming parade will be Friday, Sept. 30 at 5 p.m. and will take its traditional route from the City Pool on Park Ave. west down Wisconsin Ave. through downtown Neenah.
- The NHS Fusion Academy will host a tailgate party inside Rocket Stadium on Friday from 5-7 p.m. A $5 ticket includes a brat or burger, chips, water and a cookie.
- The undefeated Neenah football team hosts Kaukauna at 7 p.m. on Friday (NJSD staff free with staff ID). Tickets will be sold in advance on Thursday from 3-5:30 p.m. at Door 3.
Employee of the Year/EFN Awards Reception on October 3
Join us in recognizing our Employees of the Year and Educational Foundation of Neenah grant recipients at an event on Monday, October 3 at 3:45 p.m. at Bridgewood Resort and Conference Center.
Employee of the Year recipients are: Kim Farr, Elementary Teacher, Jim Kuenster, Middle School Teacher, Adam Hendries, High School Teacher, Tracee Lemke-Hildreth, Special Services Teacher, Amy Gunderson, Administrative Assistant, Luke Diedrich, Operations and Maintenance, Robin Powell, Educational Assistant and April Keepers, Administrator.
The Team of the Year was awarded to the nurses, health assistants and elementary administrative assistants. The group includes: Misty Bentz, Misty Dorton, Rachelle Gutschow, Katie Hintz, Teena Keesler, Donna Kies, Danelle Marquardt, Alyssa Mason, Tammy McCarry, Emilie Nechodom, Miranda Plath, Jen Ross, Amy Steinbach, Britney Stobbe, Carin Tijan, Carmen Van Domelen, Nicole Volkman and Buffy Wied.
EFN grant recipients are: Becky Allen (Alliance), Amy Vosters (Clayton), DaNay Stedjee (Coolidge), Emily Wertanen (Hoover), Amy Auxier (Lakeview), Dani Larson (Roosevelt), Jodi DeBruin (Spring Road), Sarah Longoria (Taft), Sarah Tennie (Tullar), Lexie Kust (Washington), Justin Gasparick (Wilson), Stephanie DeMenter (Horace Mann), Jeff LaPlant (Shattuck), Tyler Resch (Shattuck), Beth Altekruse (NHS), Steve Chovan (NHS), Kyle Kleuskens (NHS) and Erin Meilhon (NHS).
EFN Grant Requests Due October 7
NHS Pool Available for Open Swim; Free for NJSD Staff
Health and Wellness Center Explains Bronchitis
Bronchitis is a common condition that starts as an acute illness (such as the common cold) but then progresses to a cough that can linger for several weeks. The cough is due to inflammation of the lower respiratory tract that is usually the result of a viral infection. The cough related to bronchitis may be dry in nature, or there can be sputum production. The cough can interrupt sleep and can make it more difficult to be active and to speak for extended periods of time. Click here to read more.
PBnJs Grant Applications Due October 13
What is a PBnJs Grant? PBnJs grants are awarded in memory of Patrick Began, a former Neenah alumnus. These grants are available to ANY NJSD staff member who can demonstrate a need. In the past the funds have been used for speakers, SEL curriculum, sensory tools, book studies, parent training, staff training, mentoring supplies, art projects, diversity field trips, sensory paths, and calming space supplies.
It is simple to apply. Just click here to fill out a brief application.
The applications are reviewed on October 14 by the PBnJs Committee. If you need funding before that time, please fill out the application and contact Mike Altekruse at maltekruse@neenah.K12.wi.us and if it qualifies, we may be able to accommodate your request. Thanks for all you do!
This Week in NJSD Activities
NJSD Staff admitted free to all home events by showing staff ID
Wednesday, September 28
Girls Golf, WIAA Regional, 9 a.m. (at Reid G.C., Appleton)
Thursday, September 29
Girls Tennis, FVA Meet at Appleton East, Kimberly and Kaukauna, 8 a.m.
Friday, September 30
Homecoming Parade, 5 p.m. (Downtown Neenah)
Football, Home vs. Kaukauna, 7 p.m.
Saturday, October 1
Girls Volleyball, Home, Neenah Invite, 9 a.m.
Monday, October 3
Girls Volleyball, Home vs. Kimberly, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, October 4
Girls Tennis, WIAA Subsectional, 8:30 a.m. (at Fox Cities Racquet Club)
Girls Golf, WIAA Sectional, 8:30 a.m. (at High Cliff G.C.)
Boys Soccer, Home vs. Appleton West, 7 p.m.
Boys Volleyball, Home vs. Appleton North, 7 p.m.