Arcadia Middle School

October 2026

Happy Wisconsin Fun Fall!

The school year is off to a fantastic start, and it’s hard to believe that the first month has already flown by! Our students are settling into their classes, building new relationships, and enjoying the many activities that come with the fall season.

We are especially proud of our cross country, girls’ volleyball, and football teams for their hard work, dedication, and competitiveness so far this season. We wish all of our athletes continued success in the weeks ahead. Go Raiders!

As we move into October, we are also looking forward to our Parent/Teacher Conferences on Tuesday, October 20, and Thursday, October 22, from 3:30–6:30 p.m. Parent/Teacher Conferences are an important opportunity for families and teachers to connect, celebrate student successes, discuss academic and social progress, and work together to identify ways to support each student.

Strong communication and collaboration between home and school play an important role in student success. We encourage all families to make time to meet with their child’s teachers. When families and school staff work together, our students benefit.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of Arcadia Middle School. We are excited about the year ahead and all the opportunities our students have to learn, grow, and succeed!

Thank you for your continued support. Reach out at any time with any questions and/or concerns.

-Mrs. Eisner, Middle School Principal

Infinite Campus Parent Portal

What is Infinite Campus?

Infinite Campus is our online student information system that gives parents and guardians easy access to important information about their student’s school experience.

Through the Parent Portal, you can:

View your student’s grades and assignments
Check attendance and absences
Access important student information and records
Manage school fees and payments
Receive important school and classroom information
Keep your family and contact information up to date

Tip: Be sure to check the Infinite Campus Parent Portal regularly to stay informed about your student’s progress and attendance.

Attendance Matters

Every Day Matters: The Importance of Attendance

Regular school attendance is one of the most important factors in a student’s success. When students are in school consistently, they have more opportunities to learn, participate in classroom activities, build relationships with teachers and classmates, and stay connected to their learning. Even occasional absences can make it difficult for students to keep up with instruction, assignments, and important classroom experiences.

At Arcadia Middle School, we encourage families to make school attendance a priority whenever possible. Our goal is to work together with parents and guardians to help every student attend school regularly and be successful.

Understanding Our Attendance Policy

If a student accrues more than 10 days of absence during the school year, as calculated by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), the student's attendance will be evaluated for truancy throughout the school year. This does not mean that a student is automatically considered truant after 10 days; rather, attendance will be reviewed to determine if further action or support is needed.

Parents and guardians are responsible for notifying the school office when their child will be absent, including for any special or pre-planned absences.

Planning for Special Absences

If your child will be missing school for a planned special absence, please follow these steps:

Notify the school office of the upcoming absence.
Have your student complete a Pre-Planned Absence Form.
The student should obtain signatures from each of their teachers to notify them of the upcoming absence.
Return the completed form as directed by the school office.

We understand that there are times when students need to be absent from school. Our goal is not simply to count absences, but to partner with families to ensure students remain connected to school and their learning.

Every day in the classroom matters. Thank you for helping us make regular attendance a priority and supporting your child in being at school, ready to learn!

Homecoming Dress Up Days

Next Week Is Arcadia Homecoming!

AMS is celebrating Homecoming Week with fun dress-up days! Show your school spirit and join in the fun all week long.

Monday – PJ Day

Come to school in your favorite pajamas!

Tuesday – Crazy Hair Day

The crazier, the better!

Wednesday – Hat Day

Wear your favorite hat!

Thursday – Jersey or Team Shirt Day

Show your favorite team some love!

Friday – Arcadia Raider Day

Wear red and black and show your Raider Pride!

Let’s make it a great Homecoming Week, Raiders!

Go Raiders!

MS Parent/Teacher Conferences

Mark your calendars! Our Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on the following dates:

Tuesday, October 20 | 3:30 – 6:30 PM
Thursday, October 22 | 3:30 – 6:30 PM

If you’re unavailable on these dates, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher to schedule an alternate time.

Important Dates for the Calendar

Notable Activities

Homecoming Week: October 5-9
Middle School Parent/Teacher Conferences: October 20 & 22 - 3:30-6:30PM
MS School Picture Retake Day: October 26
District Fall Break - No school: October 29 and 30
High School Musical: December 4-6

Upcoming Testing Dates

Access testing for English Language Learners in December

In-service Dates (No School)

November 13
January 22
February 22
March 29

Holiday Breaks (No School)

Fall Break: October 29 - 30
Thanksgiving Break: November 25 - 26
Christmas Break: December 23 - January 1
Spring Break: March 22 - 26 & April 30

Student Holidays & Breaks

We know how busy family life can get, and we want to help you plan ahead! To make coordinating vacations, family trips, or extended weekends as easy as possible, we have gathered all of our scheduled student days off for the upcoming school year below. We hope this quick-reference guide helps you maximize your quality time together as a family while ensuring your student doesn't miss valuable learning time!

Leader of the Pack

We are so proud of our monthly MS Leader of the Pack students. Teachers and staff at each grade level submit their student nomination for this award. It is a great way to recognize many of our middle school students. Congratulations to all of them each month! Read More

Stronger Together

Each month all staff members have the opportunity to nominate their peers for the School District of Arcadia Stronger Together Award. The purpose of the Stronger Together Award is to recognize employees who serve our district in an exceptional manner by collaborating with staff, inspiring students and engaging families.