Parent Update 2025

Thank you for a successful first trimester! We truly value our partnership with parents and appreciate the many ways you support your student’s success.

A special thank you as well to the families who completed the WHS parent survey. Your feedback provides valuable insight into the experiences of our students and families, and it helps guide our ongoing efforts to strengthen our school community.

As part of the survey, we also invited families to give a “shout out” to staff members who have made a positive difference in their student’s experience at WHS. We were thrilled by the number of responses we received. These messages were shared directly with staff, and as you can see here, Ms. Suski and Ms. Gilbert-Crane were among those recognized with certificates. We love celebrating the relationship-building and meaningful connections happening every day.

Throughout the year, if there is a staff member you would like to recognize for their work with your student, please feel free to email me at any time—you don’t need to wait for another survey widikerj@mywusd.org. We will gladly celebrate their impact.

Thank you for your continued support of WHS.

Jason Widiker, WHS Principal

Thank you to all of the families who have scheduled and/or attended Junior Conferences so far. Your partnership is a huge contribution to future planning for our students, programming, and our community. If you still would like to make an appointment, please do so by December 23, 2025.

Registration rollout will begin shortly after winter break, and we want our juniors to be as prepared as possible to choose courses for next year. Please use this LINK and click on your child's counselor name to make an appointment. Thank you!

Student Attendance Rewards

We are pleased to share information about the Trimester 1 Attendance Reward! Students who met the criteria of 98% attendance, no late arrivals, and no unexcused absences will receive this recognition. Students who met the criteria were emailed an invite for a walking field trip to Kwik Trip in the month of December. Students wishing to participate will need parent permission which will be emailed out to those families next week. Thank you for maintaining such dependable and consistent attendance.

We’re happy to share that we will have a Trimester 2 Attendance Reward Program and we’d love your partnership in helping students feel motivated and supported each day. Students who earn 95% attendance (no lates or unexcused attendance) for trimester 2 will have a chance to win a prize. We know that consistent attendance helps students feel connected, confident, and successful, and this is a wonderful opportunity to cheer them on together. Thank you for all you do to encourage your child—your support truly makes a difference.

Daily Attendance Reminders

As we wrapped up Trimester 1 and began Trimester 2, we have been very flexible regarding attendance referrals and missing ELTs. Moving forward, please remind your student to check their school email every day. If students do not receive an email from Securly Flex about their ELT location, students must login directly to Securly Flex.

If an attendance concern arises, students will have 48 hours to resolve the issue before a referral is issued. Your support in encouraging consistent communication and timely follow-up is greatly appreciated.

Student Detention Reminders

A friendly reminder, per the WHS school handbook, once a student accumulates four hours of after school detention time, a morning Out of School Suspension is assigned the following day.

After school detention time can be served every Wednesday from 2:20-3:20 p.m. or another time before or after school, if worked out between the student, Associate Principals or Dean of Students. After school detention time may not be served during the student's school day or during the lunch hour.

Kick off your Holiday Season with the Watertown High School Music Department at our annual Holiday Concert, Carols & Bells. A tradition for over 40 years, musicians from band, choir, and orchestra will dazzle and delight you with both sacred and secular Holiday classics. This concert features non-stop music on a grand stage from five ensembles, and the opportunity for you to participate in sing-a-long carols. Continue the Tradition or begin a new one with your family this Holiday Season.

This year's concert will take place on Sunday, December 7 at 4 p.m. and Monday, December 8 at 7 p.m. in the WHS Auditorium. Please make sure to purchase your tickets before they sell out!

December Rotary Students

Watertown High School is proud to announce our Rotary Club outstanding seniors! These students have demonstrated excellence in academics, athletics, extracurricular activities, and community service. Each Monday, WHS seniors will join the Rotary Club at their weekly meetings, providing an opportunity to celebrate their achievements and connect with community leaders. This program highlights the dedication and hard work of our students and fosters valuable connections between WHS and the Watertown community. Congratulations to all our recognized seniors!

Davis Cashin is the son of Andy and Jen Cashin. Davis has been a four-year member of the football and basketball programs, and he plans on participating on the baseball team in spring to complete his goal of becoming a four-year, three-sport athlete. He is also a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society. In addition to his academic and athletic commitments, Davis has participated in Athletic Leadership, served on the Principal’s Advisory Group, and volunteers with Watertown Park & Rec as a youth coach. Davis plans to attend a four-year college, where he plans to compete in either football or baseball.

Delia Meier is the daughter of Olivia Meier. Delia has been a three-year member of HOSA (Future Health Professionals), INTERACT (Student Rotary) and the Girls Tennis Team. She is also actively involved in National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, and Ecology Club. In addition to her school commitments, Delia works as a sales associate at the Johnson Creek Outlet Mall. Delia plans to attend a four-year university with the goal of pursuing medical school. She also intends to serve in the military following high school.

Lillian Small is the daughter of Adam and Lisa Small and has demonstrated strong involvement at WHS. Lillian has been a four-year member of the WHS Music Program, participating in Band, Choir, Show Choir, and the Spring Musical. She has also been a four-year member of the Watertown FFA Chapter serving in leadership roles as a Reporter and Treasurer, and competing on the Parliamentary Procedure Team. In addition, Lillian has participated in Forensics and Academic Decathlon, earning recognition in both organizations. Beyond these achievements, Lillian is involved in National Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, and Model United Nations. Outside of WHS, she is active in Ixonia Victory 4-H, the Junior Wisconsin Meat Goat Association, and the National Call Breeders of American. Despite her many commitments, she finds time to work as a hostess at Donny’s. Lillian will be attending UW-Madison to study Genetics and pursue a career as a Genetic Counselor.

Student Art Showcase

WHS hosted a Student Art Showcase on Wednesday, November 19!

Song of the Day

WHS held it's Song of the Day Contest today! First hour classrooms who meet their goal for the week were eligible to call in. Mr. LaDew & Mr. Martin's 1st hour band class was the 7th caller with the correct song title and artist, which was "Seven Nation Army" by the White Stripes. The class was treated to cookie treats! Congratulations!