This document is a good resource for trying to plan ahead. We are plugging in SHS dates and events as we hear of them. This is subject to change, but want to keep you all in the loop.

Our state test, the PreACT is happening Wednesday, April 9 for all 9th and 10th graders. This is also a great opportunity to practice for the ACT. Freshman and Sophomores should come to school prepared with their charged laptop and their charger.

Breakfast and lunch will be free for all students, please encourage your student to eat to fuel their brain. We will have teachers helping to direct students to their testing room at 8:15.

After testing is completed approximately 12:15/12:30 they will be able to eat lunch and sign out for the day if they choose to do so. If they remain at SHS, they will stay with their testing room teacher. Busses will run as usual.

Our PTSA (Parent Teacher Student Association) helps create and implement ideas to support our secondary schools. They meet monthly at SHS. Here are some of their events that they have:

• Supporting Teachers during Conference Nights
• School Board Candidate Forum
• SHS Crock Pot Cooking Class
• Teacher Appreciation Week
• Collaboration with the SHS All Night Grad Party
• Supporting PBIS goals at both schools

Become a member here.

PTSA partnered with the UW Madison Extension Food WIse program to host a three night cooking class for Spartans and their families. Each night they received groceries to prepare a meal for 4 people to take home and go into a crockpot the next day. Those who needed, were given a free crockpot too! Families made fresh salsa, turkey chili, and chicken and rice casserole. At the end of the program, each family was given a cutting board donated by Epicurean. Thank you to our PTSA for bringing this valuable experience to our families!

Our 2025 All Night Grad Party Committee is already planning a fun and safe evening for our Spartan Graduates on the evening of June 6th. Visit their site for more information and ways to support.

GIFT CARDS NEEDED! The ANGP is unable to use their funds to purchase gift cards. They need your help! Graduates enjoy getting gift cards as prizes: Amazon, Taco Bell, Kwik Trip, Dunkin'...just to name a few of the top requested. Any gift card donations can be brought to our main office to the attention of the All Night Grad Party. Thank you!

PBIS (positive behavior interventions and supports) is a system that focuses on reinforcing positive behavior by providing clear expectations to students and teaching them what those expectations look like in action. PBIS provides meaningful incentives for students when they are showing expected behavior and provides reteaching to students who may need more support in understanding how to show expected behavior throughout the building. Staff are encouraged to award students with a Spartan ticket, which they can turn in for various incentives. How can you help support our efforts? We are looking for prizes, gift cards, or experiences that will get our students excited. Any donations can be turned into the main office to the attention of Matt Amerson. We have also created this Amazon Wishlist. Another way to support is to shop the Spartan Shack online for gear we can use toward prizes. Our students love Spartan swag!

Celebrate the world with us! Join us at SMS on April 9th for a vibrant Cultural Showcase, a free event open to all students, families, and community members. We will be having free dinner, an assortment of exhibit tables, live demos, activities, games, and more! Join us at SMS from 4:30-6:30 next Wednesday!

The cast and crew for Spartan Drama performance of High School Musical are finalized and rehearsals have started. Save these dates and stay tuned for ticket sales. You aren't going to want to miss this show!

This is ongoing. Those who have been consistent have made incredible gains! We have room for more student-athletes to attend. Bussing is available for middle school students at the conclusion of our morning sessions. Parents need to provide bussing to the high school and then the school district provides bussing to the middle school. Read more about this program here.

Grades 6-12

Monday & Thursday Mornings!

Grades 9-12

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday after school!

We have Spartan PRIDE for our archery team that competed in the Dells last weekend! Way to represent!

The ANGP Committee has partnered with Missy Siers Photography to offer this yard sign fundraiser. Show your Spartan Pride for a Spartan 2025 soon-to-be graduate! Share with friends and family too!

Find yard sign options and place your order here.

Place your order by April 18th.

Signs will be ready for pick up at SHS after school on May 1st.

Did you miss ordering your cap, gown or tassel for Graduation?

You have two options:

1. Buy from Jostens - you will no longer get the discount on the website now that the deadline has passed.

2. Buy it from the Treasurer's Office - in April our Jostens rep will hand out all pre-ordered items. Our rep will leave a supply available for purchase after distribution.

If you have barriers to purchasing a cap and gown, please direct your student to see their counselor.

All orders placed through Jostens before January 15th will be available for pick up during lunch times on April 16th.

We add scholarship opportunities to this spreadsheet as we get them from community and regional organizations. Seniors are also emailed these opportunities. Check the spreadsheet to see if your senior qualifies to apply.

More details will be sent out as this big day approaches, but we just wanted you to be aware in advance.

Ceremony - Students will have a rehearsal in the morning. The ceremony will be at 7:00pm in the Spartan Complex outdoors. Graduates need to be there by 6:00pm. Doors open for spectators at 6:00pm. There are no tickets needed.

All Night Grad Party - This celebration for graduates will go from 9:30pm-3am. Tickets for this will go on sale in May. Find more information here.

Interact is holding our personal hygiene drive for our clothing closet here at SHS. Bags went out to Advisory's today and will be collected on Tuesday, April 29th.

Save the date! On May 7th we have two exciting events happening in the building.

SPARTAN FIESTA

art show in the Aux Gym

4:30-7pm

SPARTAN MANUFACTURING

open house in the ind tech wing

4-8pm

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK

We are no longer about to make an additional yearbook order, so what we have on hand are the copies we have available. Click the link above to reserve a copy. Once those run out, your name will be added to a waiting list.

ORDER PORTRAITS

• Go to shop.jostenpix.com
• When prompted, enter event ID FE177424
• You will also need your student's PowerSchool ID.

Contact Ms. Elaine at elaine.holmberg@superior.k12.wi.us or by calling 715-394-8720 to report your student's attendance.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services requires health departments to conduct a comprehensive Community Health Assessment (CHA) at least every three years. This assessment evaluates the current health status of Douglas County residents, identifying key health priorities and areas for improvement. The insights gained are instrumental in developing a strategic plan and community priorities to be focused on over the next three years. The survey takes less than 2 minutes to complete (12 questions).

Douglas County Community Health Assessment, 2025

The AIEPAC mission is to work in collaboration with the School District to provide awareness of and support for the unique cultural and educational needs of Native American students.

See flyers below for opportunities to get involved. They need your help by:

• Completing a 506 form
• Joining their monthly meetings
• Join their committees
• More information can be found on their website.
• Follow their new Facebook page here.

Planning ahead? Here is the newly released 2025/26 School Year Calendar!