BULLETIN

FEB

21 - Shop at Posh Collective!

25 - Callout Meeting - CHICAGO

26 - Youth Rising Up presents Black History Month Program

27 - NO SCHOOL

28 - Teaching Award - Deadline (see below for more details)

MAR

2 - Task Force Meeting - LMC

9 - Track & Field Starts

9 - Jersey Mike's Fundraiser

10 - ACT - ONLY JUNIORS REPORT TO SCHOOL

11 - Student Council presents - SHS Blood Drive

12 - SHS/SIS Choir Concert

14 - SWING with Shorewood

16 - Softball / B/G Lacrosse Starts

17 - SHS Conferences (In Person)

19 - SHS Conferences (Virtual)

20 - NO SCHOOL

Join us as we celebrate our 12th annual Black History Performance presented by Youth Rising Up. This year, students will celebrate and honor ICONS through a student-led version of an awards show! The performance takes place on Thursday, February 26 at 7 p.m. at Shorewood High School’s Gensler Auditorium.

Ticket price for adults is $10 and $5 for students and seniors.

Tickets will be sold at the door or you can purchase them online, here.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Shorewood Drama is THRILLED to announce the next and final production of our 2025-2026 season, the musical CHICAGO! We will be holding a CALLOUT MEETING Wednesday, February 25th in the Studio Theatre from 3:45-4PM. Come learn about our production, auditions, and the dance workshop.

The Dance Workshop will be held on Saturday, February 28th from 10AM-1PM in the Studio Theatre. Click the link below, or look for the Callout Meeting Posters around campus and scan the QR code if you are interested in attending the workshop!

CHICAGO DANCE WORKSHOP - SIGN UP NOW

This will be the first time Shorewood Drama has produced CHICAGO, so don't miss your opportunity to be a part of this amazing show!

Just a friendly reminder that if you have not ordered a yearbook for your student, now is the time to do so! You can order your yearbook directly from the Jostens website. If you are unsure if you have already ordered, please search your email for a receipt or email me.
The order deadline to guarantee your yearbook is February 27th. Any order placed after that will be sold on a first come first served basis until we are sold out, and the price goes up to $85. We have sold out every year for the last 3 years, so please order your yearbook now to make sure your student has a reserved copy!
Additionally, we are looking for some photos of the band at their winter concert, if you happen to have a shot of the entire band on the stage, please email it to yearbook@shorewood.k12.wi.us. Also, please feel free to email us any other photos you would like to have considered for inclusion.

Did you know that every 2 seconds, someone in America requires a blood transfusion? From trauma patients to those battling cancer, your donation can make a lifesaving impact.

Blood Drive Details:

SHOREWOOD HIGH SCHOOL - North Gym

03/11/2026

08:00 AM - 01:00 PM

1701 E CAPITOL DR
SHOREWOOD, WI 53211

Schedule Appointments: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11616302

On March 2, 2026, we invite community members and families to join us for an update on the work of the Task Force. During this session, Task Force representatives will share what has been explored so far, and answer any questions you may have. This is a great opportunity for families to provide feedback and engage directly with Task Force members. We encourage all interested community members to attend and be part of the conversation as this work continues.

Starting January 26, families will have a new, convenient way to report student absences online using the Infinite Campus app or website. While this is currently optional for now, it’s designed to make absence reporting easier and help support regular attendance for all Shorewood students.

Through Infinite Campus, families can report:

• Full-day absences

• Late arrivals

• Early dismissals

• Parent-excused or medically exempt absences

For medically exempt absences, documentation is still required and can be submitted directly to your child’s school.

To learn more about reporting student absences through the Infinite Campus website, please click here for a brief introduction or here for a video. The Campus Parent (Infinite Campus app) is available both on the Apple and Google Play stores. If you need help with accessing Infinite Campus, please contact Iris Bohan at ibohan@shorewood.k12.wi.us for assistance.

AFS-USA is offering incredible opportunities for students and families at Shorewood High School to host an exchange student and/or study abroad this year!

For decades, families from Shorewood High School have signed up with AFS to welcome international exchange students from all across the world into our school. By signing up to host, you can give a student from another part of the world the experience of a lifetime and give your family the opportunity to learn about the world and build a meaningful intercultural connection! AFS is looking for host families for the 2026-2027 school year. In order to host, all you need to provide is a bed, three meals a day, transportation to/from school and related activities, and an open heart! Local volunteers will help you choose a student and support you during the entire exchange experience. Check out afsusa.org/host to learn more!

Thinking of studying abroad yourself? AFS offers summer, semester, and academic year programs in more than 40 countries! Become immersed in the culture, customs, language, and cuisine of another country, and learn a lot about yourself as well. And don't let the cost discourage you! Through the generosity of our national AFS family of supporters, AFS-USA was able to provide more than $1M in scholarships and aid last year alone! Apply for a summer exchange with AFS before March 5 to be considered for a scholarship! Go to afsusa.org/studyabroad and get connected to volunteers and returnees to learn more!

Meet two of the incredible students you could host at Shorewood next fall:

Maria, a 15-year-old girl from Spain is a talkative student who loves being part of a group, dancing, going to the gym, music, fashion, and spending time with friends and family. She wants to share her big-city Spanish cooking skills with her host family.

Leander, a 16-year-old boy from Germany is a friendly hockey player who enjoys participating in school council. He likes school and even programmed a small robot in his computer science class recently. He is excited for family dinners in America!

Please visit www.afsusa.org to learn more about AFS or contact local AFS Wisconsin Rep, Erica Ness at eness@afsusa.org & 262-445-0856. Erica is happy to answer any questions via email, phone, or text!

Did you order the CAP & GOWN UNIT? Then you have everything you need! (Search your email to confirm.)

Here is the list of graduation items needed for commencement on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

Every student must have 4 things:

1. Gown

2. Cap

3. Tassel

4. Stole

If you have NOT ordered these things, you'll find the individual links below.

Regalia Section: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1116262/SHOREWOOD-HIGH-SCHOOL/Graduation/3191291585/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/REGALIA/

Cap & Gown Unit: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1116262/SHOREWOOD-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3191291585/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/3191291607

Cap & Tassel: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1116262/SHOREWOOD-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3191291585/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Tassel/3219733210

Class Stole : https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1116262/SHOREWOOD-HIGH-SCHOOL/Cap-and-Gown/3191291585/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Stole/3219733212

If you have already ordered these items, students will be receiving them on Wednesday, April 22. They will be handing them out at lunch on that day.

If you have any questions, please come to the main office ASAP. Do not wait.

Thank you.

The mission of the Shorewood High School professional school counseling program is to provide a comprehensive, developmental program addressing the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students. Our goal is to address the needs of the "whole child," helping students build a foundation of good decision-making skills that serve the student into adulthood. These goals are addressed through the partnership of counselors with other educators, families, students, and the community.

The counselors have begun Academic and Career Planning (ACP) conferences with junior students and their families. These conferences provide an opportunity to discuss post-secondary plans and answer questions about next steps after high school, including college options, admissions criteria, testing, essays, timelines, Naviance, and other helpful resources.

ACP conferences are 60-minute, in-person meetings with the student, family, and school counselor. Conferences are scheduled during the school day using SignUpGenius, so please coordinate with your student to find a time that works.

Please use the links below to sign up if you haven’t already:

Molly Norris (Last names A-F): Link to Ms. Norris's calendar

Scott Brown (Last names G-O): Link to Mr. Brown's calendar

Jennifer Radcliffe (Last names P-Z): Link to Ms. Radcliffe's calendar

If no available times fit your schedule, please contact your student’s counselor to arrange an alternative.

On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, Shorewood High School juniors, in accordance with the state of Wisconsin state mandate, will participate in the required ACT plus writing test to be administered by a student’s high school of attendance. Our goal is to provide our 11th grade students with the best environment possible for success on this important test. The results of this assessment will be used by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction as part of Shorewood High School’s Annual School Report Card. Additionally, Wisconsin high schools will be certified as ACT state testing sites. Scores from the administration of the ACT with writing can be used by students for a variety of purposes including college admission, scholarships, course placement, and NCAA eligibility.

Please remember that on Tuesday, March 10th ONLY JUNIORS are required to attend school. There is NO SCHOOL for freshmen, sophomores, or seniors on Tuesday, March 10th. Freshmen, sophomore, and senior students should not be on campus on this day. This will allow juniors to take their ACT test in small groups in classrooms and with multiple teacher proctors. Only having juniors in attendance will also help ensure that a distraction free testing environment exists. Juniors should arrive for testing at 8:00 AM and will be dismissed from school at the conclusion of testing at approximately 12:35 PM (students testing with approved accommodations may have altered schedules for testing and will be notified individually).

Attention 9th and 10th grade students and families -

We are just over a month away from PreACT + Forward testing. Please save the dates listed below and review the linked letter for complete details.

PreACT 9th grade March 17 (AM)

PreACT 10th grade March 18 (AM)

Forward Testing 10th grade (History classes) March 25th

PreACT/Forward Make-up Testing 9th/10th April 8th

Are you interested in taking a college class at UW-Milwaukee? Higher level math, another language, or philosophy, for instance? Or have you always wanted to learn how to weld, cook, or understand what nurses do through MATC (to name only a few)? If so, PLEASE get an application for Start College Now (MATC) or the Early College Credit Program (UWM) from your counselor as soon as possible, who will also discuss all important policies surrounding these great options! Applications are due MARCH 2, 2026 if you want to take classes in the fall semester of 2026, so hurry in!

This is a hard deadline, so be sure to get your application in by then!

In addition, we will be holding a workshop to guide you all through the process. Please sign up via the form below if you are interested. We will clear your attendance.

WHEN: Thursday, February 19th, 10:00 AM

WHERE: LMC North

Bring a writing utensil and your chromebook. We will send another reminder next week.

ECCP/SCN Interest Form

Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY) is now accepting applications for its summer sessions. The high school program, Expand Your Mind, offers academic enrichment, the opportunity to experience life on a college campus, and a way to connect with peers who share common interests. Students select from over 20 STEM, humanities, and fine arts courses and can stay in the dorms at Macalester College or attend as a day student. Need-based financial aid is available. This is a great opportunity for bright and motivated young people to explore their passions and meet their people.

Upcoming Scholarship Deadlines

Educators Credit Union Scholarship apps are due 2/26. If you have been the owner of an active Prime Share Savings account at ECU for a minimum of one year, you could be eligible to apply.

https://scholarshipamerica.org/scholarship/ecuscholarship/

Exciting Summer Internship/Fellowship/Volunteering/Pre-College/Job Opportunities

The Milwaukee County Zoo is accepting applications for summertime volunteer high school assistants. There is an option to work with kids in their Summer Zoo Camps or to interact with and assist zoo guests while learning about wildlife conservation with their Community Engagement department. See attached flyer for details.

UW-Milwaukee has opened up the application window for their American Chemical Society paid summer fellowship program. This is for students who have successfully completed at least one course of chemistry, are interested in a chemistry-related career path, and qualify as low-income based on program criteria. See attached flyer for details.

NYU is accepting applications for their Simons-NYU Science Explorations Program. Selected students are able to attend at no cost!! Transportation, housing, dining, and tuition are generously covered. This is a 3 week program that features labs and lectures for students with a passion for biology, chemistry, neural science, physics, and psychology, and includes the chance to explore New York City. Apply below:

https://www.nyu.edu/admissions/high-school-and-middle-school-programs/high-school-programs/simons-nyu-science-explorations-program.html

The National Student Leader Conference offers pre-college experiences for high school students in over 34 areas of interest. Enjoy a week-long itinerary at top universities with guest speakers, hands-on simulations, and field trips to local attractions. Check out all the offerings and participating campuses below:

https://www.nslcleaders.org/

UW-Madison is accepting applications for their pre-college educational programs open to students in grades 9-12. Live like a college student for the summer and immerse yourself in a subject that interests you. More details at the link below:

https://precollege.wisc.edu/

Shorewood Recreation Department is actively seeking camp counselors to work this summer at Camp Shorewood. Get paid to have fun and take field trips with kids! Stop by the rec department on campus to pick up an application and email amcgee@shorewood.k12.wi.us with any questions.

Check out prior Roundup emails to jog your memory on other neat opportunities available to you, and view our Student Support website for even more offerings at the link below:

Summer Enrichment

Random Noteworthy Dates

Feb 28th- Marquette University will be hosting a Precollege Fair. This fair will be a chance to meet face-to-face with representatives of precollege and educational access programs (like the plethora listed above) all in one place. Students who qualify for free or reduced lunch are especially encouraged to attend as there are scholarships available which will allow you to enroll in summer programs at college campuses for FREE. See the attached flyer for more information and to register.

Also Feb 28th- The Shorewood Public Library reading challenge commences. If you signed up and have been completing reading prompts as you check off those books on your Good Reads lists, make sure to turn in your booklet for a chance to win some pretty great prizes. The prizes are shown in the attached flyer.

JUNIORS-

Are you interested in taking a college course through UW-Milwaukee or MATC next Fall? Whether it's exploring a field you're interested in or taking a class that's not offered at Shorewood, come to LMC North next Thursday the 19th at 10am to get more information. Learn how you may be able to take a class of your choosing for FREE. Complete the form below if you'd like to check it out and have your attendance covered for the session:

ECCP/SCN interest form

SENIORS-

Final round of voting for superlatives is going on now! Lock in who you think deserves each title below:

Senior Superlative Voting

Shorewood Excellence in Teaching Award Nomination Deadline – February 28, 2026

The Shorewood Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes the highest professional achievements

in teaching. Please take a moment to nominate our teachers by using either the Individual

Teacher or Collaborative Group form on our website:

https://www.shorewoodseed.org/shorewood-excellence-in-teaching-award/

Getting ready for the Swing with Shorewood Gala (3/14/26)? We’ve got the perfect excuse to

treat yourself!

Join us on February 21 at Posh Collective for our special “Shop for Swing” event. Find your gala-

ready look – dresses, shoes, jewelry, bags & more, all while giving back!

5% of your purchase will be donated to SEED and every donated dollar will be matched,

doubling your impact! That means your new outfit doesn’t just look good… it does good.

WHERE: Posh Collective, 4010 N. Oakland, Ave, Shorewood

DATE: February 21

TIME: 11-5:30pm

We are thrilled to invite you to our annual gala on March 14, held at the stunning St. Kate The Arts Hotel! This special evening promises great entertainment, community, and a chance to support our shared mission of excellence in education. Join us as we celebrate the incredible community of families, businesses, teachers, and administrators that makes Shorewood Public Schools exceptional. Visit our event page to RSVP, and learn more about sponsorship and donation opportunities. We need many items to make the online auction a success: https://www.shorewoodseed.org/events/swing/

If you can't attend in person, don’t worry! Our online auction, running from March 6 –15, offers you an opportunity to participate from afar and help us continue the vital work we do for Shorewood’s schools.

SEED is proud to champion the Fund the Future Year-End Campaign! Double your impact with a donation to this year’s Annual Fund — every gift will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $1,000,000 thanks to a generous Shorewood family.

Your donation will strengthen the SEED Endowment for future generations AND fund exciting new science and STEM initiatives across Shorewood schools for next year.

Stay tuned this month to see how your support is transforming classrooms and helping our students thrive today and for years to come.

Visit SEED's Annual Fund page: https://www.shorewoodseed.org/annual-fund-2025-26/

On the second Monday of each month from October through May Jersey Mikes will donate 10%

of proceeds to SEED. This offer is good from 4-8 PM for dine in and online orders. You do not

need to mention the fundraiser when dining!

WHERE: Jersey Mike's, 3530 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood

DATE: 3/9, 4/13, 5/11

TIME: 4-8 PM

When you attend events at the Marcus Center you can save on tickets while fundraising for SEED. Visit our event page to view available shows and purchase tickets.
https://www.shorewoodseed.org/events/

READ WITH ME THERAPY DOGS

Read with Me Therapy Dog Sessions offer a calm, supportive space where children can practice their reading skills and build confidence—one page at a time. This program is open to children in 5K–5th grade, with an adult present.

Registration is required. To reserve your 15-minute session, please call Shorewood Public Library at 414-847-2670 or stop by the library to register in person.

TEEN WINTER READING PROGRAM (image attached)

Teens in grades six through 12 can pick up a reading log booklet at Shorewood Public Library starting Monday, January 19th. Complete six weeks of reading prompts, and enter your booklet into a prize drawing for a $20 gift card for Culver's, Boswell Book Company, or Stone Creek Coffee. You have until Friday, March 6th to enter your booklet for a chance to win. Good luck!

DE-STRESS WITH THERAPY DOGS FOR TEENS

Need a paws-itive study break? Teens, take a moment to unwind with some doggy cuddles at our De-Stress with Therapy Dogs Program. Join us on Tuesday, January 20th from 3:30–5:00 PM in the Shorewood Public Library Program Room for relaxation, smiles, and tail-wagging comfort.

We are a local tutoring company and are hosting a free diagnostic ACT test event for sophomores on Tuesday, March 10th while juniors are in school taking the official ACT. The test comes with a detailed score report and is part of our effort to increase access to test preparation in the Milwaukee and Madison areas.