Kegonsa Family Newsletter

Good afternoon, Kegonsa!

What a fantastic week we’ve had at Kegonsa! The sunshine made a strong showing—aside from a few rainy and smoky moments mid-week. Our days were filled with fun, learning, and celebration. 5th graders had a big week with their visit to River Bluff on Monday and their final Kegonsa music performance on Thursday. We are so proud of our almost-graduates and look forward to one more short (and sweet!) week with them.

Believe it or not, there are just four days of school left! Our last day is Thursday, June 12, with an early release at 11:00 AM. We invite all families to join us at 10:30 for our BIG Bubble Walk sendoff, taking place on the path between the small and large playgrounds. Both circles will be blocked off, so please allow extra time to park and head around back—no check-in required. We’ll be cheering on every student, because at Kegonsa, we celebrate all!

A huge shout-out to our Ag in the Classroom essay contest winners—both 4th and 5th grade brought home silver and bronze across all of Wisconsin! We capped off the week with a joyful Field Day and our all-school family picnic. Thank you to everyone who was able to join us. We appreciate your partnership and energy—always!

Enjoy the weekend, and we’ll see you for the final countdown on Monday!💙 Erin

We are thrilled to share some exciting news from the Dane County Ag in the Classroom Essay Contest! Congratulations to our talented fifth graders, Irelynn and Sarah, who earned 2nd and 3rd place, respectively, and to our amazing fourth-grade writers, Lai and Sawyer, who also took home 2nd and 3rd place honors.

This year’s essay theme, “A Wisconsin Tree and Me: How Wisconsin Trees Grow Fruit & Fiber,” encouraged students to explore how the trees around us contribute to everything from maple syrup to paper products. The contest supports academic standards in English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, giving students a chance to strengthen their research and writing skills while learning about Wisconsin’s vital agricultural contributions. We are so proud of all our incredible writers here at Kegonsa!

Did you know you can create a family meal account? One payment, one reminder. If interested please complete this form.

Holy Guacamole! I can’t believe Kegonsa Artists are wrapping up their time here in less than a Week!

Our Window painting was, hands down, the BEST Art day EVER! Our creations will soon be cleaned away but GOOD NEWS, we plan to do our window painting earlier next year so we can all enjoy it longer!

To finish out the year, every student was able to design and create their own balloon! They are absolutely spectacular and they actually hold air! We can’t wait until you all see the results!

I’m blown away by the amazing creations our Kegonsa Artists have come up with this year and I can’t wait to see what next year brings! Keep Creating! :) Kolin

Dear 4th-grade families,

When your student is in 5th grade, they have the opportunity to learn a string instrument (Violin, Viola, or Cello). This class meets twice a week after school at River Bluff Middle School from 3pm to 4pm. If your child is interested in learning how to play a string instrument, please complete the Google form via this short URL: https://bit.ly/45zd1sM

Transportation will be provided from the Elementary Schools to River Bluff for ALL students. Transportation home after the class is the responsibility of the families (carpools are encouraged!).

Additional information can be found on the 5th grade website: SASD 5th grade Orchestra Website

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email the orchestra teachers at: erika.meyer@stoughton.k12.wi.us - SHS Orchestra Director

keeley.denton@stoughton.k12.wi.us - RB Orchestra Director

Medication Pick Up

Please remember to pick up your child's medications from the health office by the end of the school day on Thursday, June 12th (a half-day). Any medications left behind will be disposed of.

Summer EXCEL Medication Drop-Off Hours

If your child is attending Summer EXCEL, a parent or guardian must drop off medications at the health office during these times:

• Thursday, June 12th: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
• Friday, June 13th: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Students are not permitted to drop off medications.

The Shining Gilly Award recognizes students who go above and beyond to show exceptional care for others or our school. These students exemplify the qualities we strive to nurture in all of our little citizens—kindness, responsibility, and a positive impact on their community. Whether it's an individual or a group of students, those who receive this award truly reflect the values we hold dear at our school.

Congratulations to Aisha (5th), Cal (5th), Reegan (2nd), and Irelynn (5th)!

People interesting in being a class chaperone for offsite trips may now submit background checks electronically themselves. Please click here to review our updated web page which contains the new submission link.

First Semester: August 5, August 23, September 1, September 6, September 13, September 20, September 29, October 4, October 13, October 18, October 24, November 1, November 8, November 17, November 22, November 26, December 6, December 13, January 5, January 10, January 17, January 31, February 7, February 14, February 21, February 27, March 10, March 14, March 21, April 4, April 11, April 17, April 25, May 2, May 9, May 18, May 22, May 30, June 6

Ms. Conrad, Principal (877-5201)

Mrs. Nelson, Dean of Students (877-5222)

Mrs. Southern, Front Office Admin Assistant (877-5202)

Mr. Schultz, School Counselor (877-5229)

Mrs. Menon, School Psychologist (877-5276)

Mrs. McDermot, School Social Worker (440-0270)

Mrs. Hart, Health Assistant (877-5204)

Email: erin.conrad@stoughton.k12.wi.us
Website: http://www.stoughton.k12.wi.us/page.cfm?p=619
Location: Kegonsa Elementary School, Vernon Street, Stoughton, WI, United States
Phone: 608-877-5202
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stoughtonschools/
Twitter: @WeAreStoughton