October- Newsletter

Hello Families,

Hard to believe the year is half over-- and we are all enjoying the days growing longer and longer! We are looking forward to seeing some of you on February 5 at our Planetarium event-- please see below in the newsletter to sign up if you would still like to come! We just ask that you RSVP by February 4 so we have enough supplies for everyone for the extension activities. Plan on not just exploring space, but also looking at the sky through the lens of other cultures and stories -- yes, our cool Digitarium can do that!

Thank you to all of our K-3 parents who patiently navigated this first round of Act 20 screening. This data helps us plan for your student's success and gives us ideas about where we can improve our instruction and obtain more resources.

Please like and follow our Facebook Page; as we enter open enrollment season, the likes and follows help us spread the word about our program! We are considering having a presence on other social media (Bluesky, recreating our Instagram, etc.) if there is a particular medium you suggest, please let us know!

Look for future events in the coming newsletters -- and thank you for continuing to send us ideas!

As always, thank you for being our partner in your child's education.

Sarah Scovell Muraski, M.Ed, C-SLDI

Between the Lakes Virtual Academy

Kiel eSchool

sscovellmuraski@kiel.k12.wi.us

(920) 894-2266 ext. 2509

February 5th Planetarium Day at the Kiel PAC RSVP HERE by February 4th.

February 14th KASD Inservice Day

Kiel Area Youth Theater and Between the Lakes Virtual Academy Present: Spring Mini Courses!

We are thrilled to announce the start of our season with three engaging mini courses designed for both new and returning theater participants! Each course is just $5 and will take place at the Kiel High School PAC from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m.. Get ready to dive into the world of theater with us!

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to kick off the season with fun and creativity! Sign up today!

Click HERE for the rules and form to complete your submission.

Deadline is February 28th!!!

• Madison, WI: February 22, 2025 from 10:00am-11:30am at Aldo Leopold Nature Center
• Kaukauna, WI: March 8, 2025 from 10:00am-12:00pm at 1000 Islands Environmental Center
• Eau Claire, WI: April 12, 2025 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Beaver Creek Nature Center

This link will take you to the main page where they will be announcing the theme in April and also posting activities you and your family can participate it.

In the meantime, enjoy this activity as well!

Now through April 27th The Mulva Cultural Center in DePere has one of the largest collections on display.

Bundle up and see the animals for free (parking fees still apply).

Would your family be interested in checking out a Basic tour (to see the visitor's dugout, the media interview room or more)? Let us know by voting for each family member that would attend (price is under $10 per person as long as we meet the minimum.

Does hearing and seeing more of the behind the scenes including learning about the architecture and HVAC of such a large building sound fun? Let us know by voting for each family member that would attend the Behind the Scenes Tour (price is $20 per person as long as we meet the minimum).

• Kids Dream Film Series every weekend in February
  • • • Trolls Band Together – January 31, February 1, 2: Tickets
      • IF – February 7, 8, 9: Tickets
      • Despicable Me 4 – February 14, 15, 16, 17: Tickets
      • Hitpig! – February 21, 22, 23: Tickets
      • Abominable – February 28, March 1, 2: Tickets

Schlitz-Audubon has a large variety of Nature Programs in February

Wednesdays at 9 am from February 5th – March 12th!

This free series offered by the UW-Wisconsin Extensions will have sessions on the following topics:

• February 12: The Wisconsin Naturalist Program
• February 19: Inflation’s Impact on Finances
• February 26: 8 Dimensions of Wellness
• March 5: The Art of Caregiving
• March 12: Edible Landscaping

Register HERE to receive Zoom links.