The Weekly Update #4

I hope your school year is off to a great start with RVA! As a Baraboo Virtual student, I want to make sure you are connected to everything happening in the district. I will be sharing updates, announcements, and district's newsletter here.

Please know my door is always open and I am here to help support virtual families in any way I can. Do not hesitate to reach out!

Marcie Gratz

Virtual & Workforce Coordinator

Call or text: 608-355-3904

Email: mgratz@barabooschools.net

Succeeding in an online course comes down to intentional habits and smart routines. Whether you're taking one class or a full workload, here is how to stay on track and sharp:

• Treat it like a real appointment: Block out fixed hours on your calendar every week for lectures and studying. Work during your natural peak energy hours and use timed focus blocks (like 50 minutes on, 10 minutes off) to avoid burnout.

• Build a zero-distraction space: Dedicate a consistent, clutter-free desk space to signal to your brain it’s time to focus. Silence phone alerts and block social media during study sessions.

• Ditch passive reading: Boost retention using active recall (quizzing yourself without looking at notes) and spaced repetition over several days instead of last-minute cramming.

• Stay connected and visible: Introduce yourself to your instructor early, stay active on discussion boards, and form virtual study groups with classmates to keep each other accountable.

Why did the computer take a nap?

Because it had a hard drive! 😴

Baraboo Virtual Campus Has a Home! 🏫

That’s right! Baraboo Virtual Campus (BVC) is housed right inside Baraboo High School. You can find us on the second floor, just down from the LMC in Room E202.

Need extra help? That is what we are here for!

Let's set up a time to meet in person! Reach out to Mrs. Gratz to check out the space:

• Email: mgratz@barabooschools.net

• Call or Text: 608-355-3904

What a week to be a Thunderbird! We had a fantastic Homecoming filled with float building, the Parade on the Square, and Friday night football. We were also thrilled to welcome WKOW back to Baraboo for Wake Up Wisconsin, celebrate 9 to 5 Day at West, and bring together current and former musicians for our Alumni Band performance!

Fall Athletics Celebrations:

• Girls Golf: Ruby Brinker is officially heading to sectionals! ⛳

• Girls Tennis: Leah Kierzek and Sara Tews brought home Conference Championships! 🎾

• Cross Country: Both the boys' and girls' teams delivered dominant performances in Reedsburg! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️