Parent Update 2025

We’re always looking for ways to support our students both in and out of the classroom. In this update, we are excited to share a short video that highlights two key resources available to your child: Securly Flex, our digital scheduling tool for ELT (Extended Learning Time), and NHS Tutoring, a free peer tutoring program led by our National Honor Society students.

Please take a moment to watch the video linked below, where a brief overview of how these tools work and how they can help your student succeed.

Thank you for your continued support of our schools and students. Together, we honor our tradition of excellence while embracing the innovation and transformation needed to prepare learners for the future. A community-wide survey will be mailed to all households by the end of October to gather your feedback regarding a possible WUSD operational referendum in April 2026. Please complete the survey by November 17, 2025—your voice matters!

You are cordially invited to your child’s Class of 2027 Junior Meeting. Watertown High School’s Junior Meetings will run between November 2025 and February 2026.

The junior meeting will include a review of your child’s strengths, interests, talents, abilities, and academic performance. Our meeting will discuss post-secondary goals, how to achieve them and discuss the next steps toward those goals. Your involvement in this conference is very important for the success of your child’s ongoing education and preparation for the future.

Parents/guardians are strongly encouraged to participate in person or virtually. Please notify us if you need to attend virtually, so we are prepared to open a link. If you are unable to attend, please know that we will share a summary of our discussion with students and families after each meeting.

We look forward to meeting with you, and if you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out with questions.

Junior Conference Action Plan

Junior Conference Preview

Please click on the name of your child’s assigned school counselor below to schedule a conference; include your child’s first AND last name in the appointment title. If Spanish translation services are needed, please put “SP” in your calendar reservation with your child’s first and last name.

Amy True, School Counselor A-He, truea@mywusd.org,920.262.7550
Erikka Olson, School Counselor Hi-Ph, olsone@mywusd.org, 920.262.7550
Matthew Dunn, School Counselor Pi-Z, dunnm@mywusd.org, 920.262.7550

Linus is waiting for the Great Pumpkin, and we're hoping and waiting for your donations to benefit the Gosling Nest! Join us for our Great Pumpkin Food Drive to fill our school food pantry. We’re collecting non-perishable items like granola bars, cereal, crackers, canned goods, pasta, and peanut butter to ensure everyone has a happy, hunger-free fall. Your donations will be a treat for students —no tricks involved! Look for our special collection boxes and help us make a difference. Please deliver all donations to WHS by Friday, October 31. Good Grief Goslings, Let’s Give!

Chad Hayes - Dean of Students

Students Checking Email - Why it matters

Students who check email are more likely to stay informed (deadlines, announcements).
They can communicate and engage with staff, access feedback, ask questions, which correlates with better support.
They build digital readiness and professional habits.

Conquer Your To-Do List with Google Tasks!

Ever feel like your brain has 47 tabs open? Meet Google Tasks — the super easy, built-in way to keep track of homework, projects, and all the things life throws at you.

How to Find It:

Open Gmail or Google Calendar on your Chromebook.
On the right side, look for the blue circle with a white checkmark — that’s Google Tasks!
Click it to open your personal task list.

Why You’ll Love It:

Add reminders fast: Type in “Finish English essay by Friday” or “Bring permission slip tomorrow.”
Turn emails into to-dos: Got an email from a teacher about an assignment? Drag it right into Tasks so you don’t forget!
See it in Calendar: Your tasks show up in Google Calendar, so you can plan like a pro.

Stay organized and let Google Tasks keep your to-do list on track!

Families are reminded that AP testing fees must be paid by Friday, October 31 to ensure your student's AP exams are ordered. Thank you to all the families who have already submitted their payments!

Advanced Placement Testing Hub

The WHS chapter of the National German Honor Society celebrated German Week starting on German-American Day, October 6th. Besides a daily trivia contest and finding "Hannah the Bear," NGHS also hosted a competition to guess the number of German candies in a jar. Mr. Diderrich and Mr. Mertens shared the prize by each guessing the exact number, 73!

Mr. Diderrich, WHS Associate Principal

Mr. Mertens, Math Teacher

We’re excited to welcome our new Business Education teacher, Diane Webber, who brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to WHS! With both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Business Education from UW-Whitewater, she has dedicated the last 19 years to teaching Business Education in Jefferson. In addition to her classroom expertise, she has been actively involved as an advisor for FBLA and DECA, helping students develop leadership and career skills. We’re thrilled to have her join our school community!

No School: Thursday, October 23 & Friday, October 24
End of Trimester 1 (WHS 11:30 Early Dismissal): Friday, November 21
Start of Trimester 2: Monday, November 24
Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 26 - Friday, November 28