To check the most updated schedule for football, volleyball, and cross country, please click Waunakee Middle School Sports Schedules for the week of September 25-29, 2023. Make sure you check it frequently for any changes.
September 25 - A3
September 26 - B4
September 27 - A5
2025 DC Meeting - 7th Grade @ 6pm in Cafe
September 28 - B6
September 29 - A1
September 21, 2023
Subject: WCSD and Lamers Bus Update
Dear 4K-12 Families:
The Waunakee Community School District works in partnership with Lamers Bus Company to provide transportation to and from school for our families. All 4K-12 students that live within the transportation boundaries have access to school bus transportation.
This week, we are experiencing several bus route delays due to the ongoing bus driver shortage. Many communities and school districts across the country are in the same situation. Lamers and the school district are working closely together on a multi-faceted strategy to respond to the bus driver shortage, as well as navigating the challenges with alternate routes, delayed routes, schedules, etc. Our main goal is the safety of our students, as well as minimizing the impact on our students and families. We will always communicate with the school buildings and those families that may be impacted by the bus delays. We expect that bus driver availability will improve next week.
Urgent NEED for School Bus Drivers
Do you enjoy working with kids? Would you like a flexible schedule and better work-life balance? Does great pay with extra earning opportunities appeal to you? The Waunakee Community School District and Lamers Bus Company are in urgent need of new school bus drivers.
Even if you can’t drive, you can still help!
The school district is offering a $500 referral bonus and a $500 new hire bonus for all new school bus drivers (Contingent upon 90 days of service). Lamers is also offering an opportunity to earn up to $2,400 in additional incentive payments. Please note, if these positions are not filled, transportation service for the district will be impacted.
Interested in applying? Please call Lamers at (608) 850-5253 and ask to speak with Jeremy or Tom.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
Sincerely,
Anne Blackburn
Communications & Engagement Specialist
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21 de septiembre de 2023
Please pay your 2023-2024 School Fees by logging into your parent portal in Infinite Campus. School Fees are due by next Friday, September 29, 2023. Families will begin receiving fee statements for any outstanding fees beginning October 2, 2023.
if you think your family may qualify for Free or Reduced fees, please see the application for 2023-2024 (English/Spanish). If you have questions or need help with the paperwork, please contact Jonathon Wild at jonathonwild@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Our school is currently running a fundraising campaign to support our staff throughout the year. This includes meals at conference time and teacher appreciation week. In the past we have asked for families to drop off items, however, by raising funds, we will hope to make it easier on you by coordinating the meal and treat efforts. We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different, but if you are able to contribute, your donation would make a meaningful impact.
Every dollar counts, and even a small contribution can help us reach our goal!
Your support is invaluable to us, and we appreciate any help you can provide! Thank you for being a part of our school community!
September 18, 2023
To: Families of students in 7th grade
From: WCMS Student Services
Dear Families,
Waunakee Community School District (WCSD) is committed to supporting all students’ wellness and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). During the 2023-2024 school year, WCSD Student Services staff will facilitate universal screening for students in grades 5, 7, and 9. The screener, also referred to as a brief questionnaire or survey for grades 7 and 9, is called the BASC-3 Behavioral and Emotional Screening System (BASC-3 BESS). It takes about five to eight minutes to complete. 7th grade students will complete the screener during homeroom this fall.
The BASC-3 BESS is a tool that asks students to broadly rate their own skills in the following areas: Behavior and Emotional Risk Index, Internalizing Risk Index, Personal Adjustment Risk Index, and Self-Regulation Risk Index. This screener also includes questions to identify potential internalizing or externalizing mental health concerns. Because of this, the screener is confidential but not anonymous. Our student services staff may follow up with students and their families when a screener indicates an elevated concern.
If you would like to opt your 7th-grade student out of participating in this screener, please complete the following google form or contact the WCMS School Psychologist no later than Friday, September 29, 2023 at 3:45 pm. Students may also choose to decline participation at the time the survey is administered. Lastly, upon request, a copy of the screening survey is available at your child’s school.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Paige Raymond
School Psychologist, Waunakee Community Middle School
paigeraymond@waunakee.k12.wi.us
608-849-2060 ext. 3603
Check out the Infinite Campus App with the latest updates and tips to help you navigate the app.
For your convenience, you can submit your attendance request via three convenient options:
Infinite Campus- click here to view instructions on how to submit a new absence request in the Parent Portal, view absence requests, and how to delete a request. For questions or help creating a Campus Parent account, please reach out to Julie Gengler, District Registrar, via email. You can also visit our school websites under the Family Tab/Attendance for more information.
Attendance Line has a 24/7 voicemail that you may use anytime. You may call the attendance line at (608)849-2065 press 1. Please clearly state/spell your child's name, reason for absence, your name and phone number.
Email at wms_attendance@waunakee.k12.wi.us to leave a message with your child's name, reason for absence and your name & phone number in case we need to reach you..
If you'll be seeing a medical provider, please obtain a note and forward it to the attendance email and we'll be happy to code the absence as medically excused.
The Waunakee Community School District Board of Education (BOE) has initiated a search for its next Superintendent. It is important that the successful candidate be someone who has the combination of credentials, experiences, leadership skills, and personal traits that students, staff, families, and our community expect and value.
Engagement Survey
Take our Superintendent Search Survey. The survey will close on Friday, September 22, 2023.
English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KGHWXZ5
Spanish: https://es.surveymonkey.com/r/7GD5J5S
Together, we are confident that we can find an exceptional leader to continue to guide our school district towards excellence.
We appreciate your participation!
7th Grade Immunization Requirement
Dear Families of 7th Grade Students,
Please click on the link for information regarding 7th Grade Immunization Requirements.
Immunization Clinics in the Madison Area
Does your student need updated immunizations for school? Click here for more details about free back to school vaccine clinics. Contact the health office staff at (608) 849-2060, press 2, if you have specific immunization questions regarding your student.
2023-2024 Lunch Menus
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Community Events and Fliers
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Purchase Tickets and/or Passes to Athletic Activities
Please click on the link below for instructions on how to purchase passes and/or tickets to Waunakee Community High School's athletic activities. Communication Link
WMS Contact Information
Jeffrey Kenas, Principal,
jeffreykenas@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Michael Zibell, Associate Principal,
michaelzibell@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Patricia Coffren, Administrative Assistant,
patriciacoffren@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Lynn Miller Administrative Assistant Attendance,
Attendance 608-849-2065, Select language, then press1 for wms_attendance@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Tammy Willborn, Health Assistant, tammywillborn@waunakee.k12.wi.us