Cardinal Call
Greetings, Cardinals!
Spring break is almost here! On Friday, March 21 Student Council will be sponsoring our annual student vs staff basketball game. The staff is working on putting together an all star team, and we are looking forward to this fun event. Additionally, thank you to all our 11th grade students for their hard work on the ACT last week. We will be wrapping up make-up testing this week. Let's have a great week!
Sincerely,
Jim Ertel
Principal
General Announcements
AP Government
AP Government participated in the Court with Class program at the State Capitol. In addition to sitting in on a State Supreme Court case, students got to ask questions and meet with Justice Ann Walsh Bradley, Representative Hysell of Sun Prairie, and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Reporter Molly Beck.
AP Testing - Proctors Needed!
Support scholars taking national exams by becoming an AP Proctor!
We are seeking proctors to work between May 5 and May 23 at East High School, West High School, and the PLC at the Hilltop Campus. Test proctors are responsible for test room security and the administration of exams. We have many opportunities to help, both full day and half day. Pay is $20/hour and proctors must be high school graduates over the age of 18 and pass a background check. Please complete this form by April 2 to indicate your interest, and share with your neighbors!
Assembly Schedule
The assembly schedule for Friday is displayed below.
Biology Lesson
Some of our biology students enjoyed the nice weather last week by making concept maps outside. What a fun way to review for a summative!
Black History Month Door Decorating
Congratulations to our winners of February's Black History Month door decorating challenge. This year's contents focus on black inventors and innovators.
French Newsletter
Linked below is this month's French Newsletter.
HBCU Trip
Safe travels to our East and West scholars that departed on the HBCU trip this morning. Have fun and enjoy the trip!
Music Department
Music students had the amazing opportunity to work with professional musicians this past week. Below is a video of their hard work.
Save the Date - Awards Nights
Please save the date for our spring academic awards nights.
- Academic Awards Night 9th-11th grades: April 14
- Senior Scholarship Awards Night/Academic Awards: May 15
Thank You!
Thanks to our taxpayers' investment in our 2024 referendum, together East and West High Schools are able to offer 11 courses that will serve 233 juniors and seniors that would not otherwise have been able to have these experiences.
Reminders for Students and Families
5th Hour - Tutoring Continues All School Year
Tutoring is available after school in the LMC on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We have staff on hand that can help with all core content areas and students are able to make up summative assessments during 5th hour with coordination from their instructor.
Job Fair
Sun Prairie East will be hosting a job fair on April 2. The job fair is sponsored by the Business Education Partnership. Thank you!
Maydm Summer Programs
Are you interested in exploring STEM classes over the summer? Linked below are options being offered at both Edgewood College and Madison College.
Trash
Students, please help our grounds crew by making sure any trash from your vehicles makes it into the trash cans that are located around the building.
Student Services Information
College Visits
Madison College: 4/2/25
Please see Ms. Johnson in student services for a pass.
NACAC Virtual College Fair
The National Association for College Admission Counseling is holding their virtual college fair on March 23. If you would like to attend the registration link is below.
Youth Apprenticeship
Athletics & Activities
From the Athletic Director's Desk
As we near spring break please make sure to check in with your coaches for practice times over spring break. We are looking forward to an amazing spring season.
Ms. Boberg CAA
Academic Decathlon
Congratulations to the Sun Prairie United Academic Decathlon team for their amazing performance at the State Competition on Thursday and Friday! The team finished 10th overall and have been invited to compete in the Online National Competition. Hanshika JaipravinKumar (West) and James Gammon (East) won individual 1st place gold medals in Interview. Henri Verhoeven (East) won a 3rd place bronze medal in Interview, and Alexis Cox (East) won a 3rd place bronze medal in Essay.
Other competing team members are Juliette Peterson (West), Cora Gaylord (West), Lucy Podoll (East), and Tom Kelly (East). Alternate team members are Keena Schroeder (West), Penelope Schlotz (East), Addison Heise (East), and Matthew Garstka (East) .
Anyone interested in joining the team for the 2025-2026 season can see Ms. Andreasen in room 1612 at West or Mr. Keal in room 1325 at East!
Everyone regardless of GPA is welcome!
Staff vs Student Basketball Game
On March 21st we will be hosting our annual staff vs student basketball game. If you think you have what it takes to beat the staff team, take a look at the sign up information from student council.
Upcoming Start Dates for Spring Sports
- March 17th- Softball, Boys and Girls Lacrosse
- March 24th- Baseball, Girls Soccer
- March 31st- Boys Tennis, Boys Golf
WIAA Student-Athlete Leadership Team
The WIAA is seeking applications for its statewide student leadership team. If you are interested, the application is linked below. Applications are due March 31st.
This Week's Events
Please see the linked information for upcoming contests.
Upcoming Events
- Spring Break - March 24-28
- Academic Awards Night - April 14
- Prom - May 11
- Senior Awards Night - May 15