Good morning, Whitman Families -

We're excited to see you at our Whitman Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences next week on Thursday, February 27th from 12 - 8 p.m. and Friday, February 28th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. if you haven't yet signed up, you can do so here. Please reach out if you need assistance. We look forward to seeing you and discussing your student's academic needs and success.

As we continue to build community and welcome families into Whitman, we are also hosting our second annual "Donuts with Grownups" on Wednesday, March 12th. See the flyer below for more information and click on it to RSVP. See you there!

In partnership,

Sarah Dianich, Proud Whitman Principal

February - 2025

• Thursday, February 20⋅3:30 – 5:30pm 24-25 Spring Musical Spongebob Call Backs - Schiek
• Friday, February 21⋅9:30 – 10:00am Fire Drill
• Tuesday 2/25/25 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Whitman Middle School WSMA Band Solo & Ensemble (@ Whitman)
• Thursday 2/27/25 12 pm-8 pm Whitman Middle School conferences (No School for Students)
• Friday 2/28/25 8 am-12 pm Whitman Middle School conferences (No School for Students)

• Friday 3/7/25 Whitman Last Day Trimester Two
• Friday 3/7/25 7-9pm Whitman WAC March 7th -6th - 8th Grades (Sign up on IC in the School Store)
• Saturday 3/8/25 8am-4pm Whitman Orchestra Solo and Ensemble @ Hamilton Sussex
• Sunday 3/9/25 10:30am - 10pm Whitman Students Studying German and French Fundraiser
• Monday, March 10⋅1:45 – 2:15pm Secure/Lockout Drill
• Tuesday, March 11 All Day VIP Group Photos for Clubs
• Wednesday March 12 7:30-8:15 Donuts With Group Up - Sign Up Here
• Wednesday March 12 All Day VIP Group Photos for Sports
• Thursday, March 13⋅9:15 – 11:30am 8th Grade UWM Guidance Field Trip

• Friday, March 14⋅9:15 – 11:30am 8th Grade UWM Guidance Field Trip

1. World Day of Social Justice (February 20th) – A day dedicated to promoting social justice in all its forms. It highlights issues such as poverty, inequality, human rights, and access to education and healthcare, while reminding us of the importance of creating fair and inclusive societies for all.

2. Black History Month – Throughout the entire month of February, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black Americans throughout history. This month serves to honor the history, culture, and ongoing efforts of equality and justice for Black Americans.

These observances allow us to reflect, educate, and engage with important topics that shape our world.

Ms. Russell - Business Education Teacher - Whitman Middle School, Wauwatosa West High School

WAC (Whitman Activity Center) is the Friday evening After School programs which occur throughout the school year. Time of the programs are 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Participants must be students at Whitman Middle School or 6th - 8th grade Montessori students and must be registered to attend the event.

The next WAC program takes place on FRIDAY MARCH 7TH - A WAC PAJAMA PARTY, you heard that right! Your students are encouraged to wear their fun and comfy PJs, we will have fun activities such as pickleball, a spa room, crafts, open swim and more. WAC starts at 7pm (students must enter the program by 7:30pm) and students may begin lining up at 6:45pm at the GYM entrance. Program dismisses at 9pm, at the exit near the tennis courts. All students must be picked up!!! Students are not allowed to walk home as it is a safety concern.

If your child is not registered for WAC, you can still register them through the Parent Portal of Infinite Campus. Select the School Store, click WAC and add to cart. The fee covers the events throughout the year.

Registration Fee & Payment

• The Fee is $30.00 for the year. Registration is through your Infinite Campus School Store page.
• If you are unsure if you registered click here to the list.
• For more information check out the Wauwatosa Recreation Website:https://www.tosarec.com/o/rec/page/acal-wac

We are still in need of volunteers for this event, volunteers must be 16 years and older so if you have a High School student needing volunteer hours WAC is a great opportunity (we personally recommend Hallway Monitor Spots).

Please click this link to sign up for a slot.

• Volunteer Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C48ADAD2AA6FB6-50256094-wac20242025#/
• All volunteers must sign up AND fill out the background check
• HERE: https://app.visitor-aware.com/apply/3tIAO2veL8

No other children are allowed at the program. Please make sure to read the description attached to what you are signing up for, we ask that you please stay slightly past 9pm to help tidy up your area and to assist in making sure students make their way out the proper exit. ;)

The district Family Academic Advocacy Committee is a non-governing committee of parents and caregivers that partners with the Division of Academic Performance to help build a culture of academics and raise rigor for all students. Please attend this session to help us better understand:

• What you want and expect from your child’s secondary school experience.

• What goals and concerns you have related to academic culture and rigor.

• How you currently interact with teachers and district staff around academic culture and what might be improved.

• How you view the rigor and homework your kids are receiving.

This 75-minute session is your chance to provide input that will be used by our committee, the Division of Academic Performance and school leadership teams. You’ll interact with other parents and caregivers to brainstorm and document your goals and concerns, and your feedback will be turned into an actionable summary for school and district leaders. This session is for all parents and caregivers of students at Wauwatosa West and Whitman schools.

Date: March 11

Time: 6:30-7:45 pm

Location: West High School Steiner Center

Nicole Marble, Ph.D.

Chief Academic Officer

Wauwatosa School District

phone (414) 773-1032 address 12121 W North Avenue Wauwatosa, WI 53226

web www.wauwatosaschools.org social @tosaschools

Dear families,

We’re going to Ireland, Scotland and England in Summer 2026, and you’re invited!
We’re excited to tell you more about the trip we’re planning with EF Tours, our educational travel partner. Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.eftours.com/mks4c97

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and we would love to have your student join us on this adventure.

In this info session, we’ll talk about:

• How this opportunity will benefit your student
• What we’ll see and do on our trip
• Everything that’s included in this experience
• How your child can earn academic credit
• How we’re keeping this safe and affordable
• How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) during EF’s risk-free enrollment period

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Thanks,
Sarah Wersal - Teacher 7th Grade ELA/Social Studies

Please enjoy the most recent edition of the Whitman Student Services Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/m0n7y

For scheduling issues or student concerns please contact Student Services:

Virginia Dubinski - Supports Students whose last names begin with A - G

414-773-2628 dubinsvi@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Lisa Gerlach - Supports Students whose last names begin with H-O

414-773-2626 gerlacli@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Don Devine - Supports Students whose last names begin with P-Z

414-773-2627 devinedo@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Mia Tatum-Crider Mental Health Specialist 414-773-2726 tatummi@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Lindsey Skaife School Psychologist 414-773-2634 skaifeli@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Zoey Rezner-Youth Mental Health Social Worker 262-202-9864 reinhazo@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

https://www.redgen.org/ - Find events, RSVP links and more.

Main Office Phone: (414)-773-2600

Attendance Line or Use Infinite Campus: (414)-773-2602

Attendance and Early Dismissal Email: Angela Radaj

Assistant to the Principal, Teachers, and Staff: Jeanne Jarecki

(414) 773-2606

Administrative Assistant to the Associate Principal, Guidance, and Deans: Laticia Campbell
(414) 773-2605

Health Room Clerical Aide: Deanna Knasinski
(414) 773-2606

All students are responsible to turn in a Dell charger at the end of the year or a $40.00 fee will be placed on their account for a replacement. NOTE: Cheap chargers from amazon are not accepted. To purchase a OEM Dell replacement from amazon please use this link: https://a.co/d/iT6Go19

If you would like to order a 24-25 Whitman Middle School Yearbook please go to the Infinite Campus School Store and Choose 24-25 Yearbook the cost is $13.00.

https://wauwatosawi.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/wauwatosa.jsp

If you would like to pay with a check or cash please send an envelope to the office with your students name and the exact amount of $13.00.

If you are not sure you placed an order check the link below, look at the bottom of the sheet for the grade your student is in, sheets list the students names by Grade/Purchased and Not Purchased.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/124J8aHWA74wyiumfg9CuKG4kFTWfCdEjjRf4TBRQ_rI/edit?gid=0#gid=0

Orders are DUE By Friday April 25th 2025.

Click here to view the Whitman Website for more information about Clubs and Sports.

Click here if you have a gmail account to see the clubs and athletics offered at Whitman Middle School.

• Please be mindful students/teacher and staff walking in the parking lot before and after school. Cars should not stop on the driveways at anytime, please pull in to parking spots there are always many available.
• For safety reasons, there is to be no loitering (to linger idly or aimlessly) of students in the school building or on school grounds after their daily programs are finished. Students must leave the school grounds no later than 3:50p.m. (2:50 on Early Release Wednesdays) unless they are attending a school-sponsored, supervised activity, or they have a scheduled appointment with a teacher.
• Students must also be picked up right after clubs and sports.
• Please click this link for club information and pick up times.

PTA will meet in the Library the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 6:30 to 8:00pm.

• PTA Facebook Page

• Join the PTA

Tuesday March 11, 2025 - 6:30-8:00pm

Tuesday April 8, 2025 - 6:30-8:00p

Tuesday May 13, 2025 - 6:30-8:00p

The Whitman PTA will be providing snacks for conferences on Friday, February 28th. Items can be dropped off on Wednesday (2/26) or Thursday (2/27). Please sign up if you are able. Thank you!

If you have any concerns related to diversity, equity, inclusion, or accessibility, please contact Ms. Sheena Russell, your DEIA Advocate. At Whitman Middle School, our goal is to ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and included in their learning environment.

Advocacy Request Google Form

or email Ms. Russell at

russelsh@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us russelsh@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Caregivers may request to shadow their child during the school day. All requests must be made and approved to school administration via email or phone call.

• Students with last names A-M Mrs. Wojciechowski Email: wojciech@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

• Students with last names N-Z Mrs. Dianich Email: dianicsa@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us

Infinite Campus is a web-based student information system (SIS) that schools use to manage student data. It can include information such as grades, attendance, schedules, assessments, and enrollments. Parents and guardians can access their child's information through a secure parent portal or app. The goal of the portal is to improve communication and partnership between parents and teachers.

• Infinite Campus Login

• If you do not have an Infinite Campus account, please click here for instructions on how to create one.

• If you have forgotten your login or password, please complete a HelpDesk ticket.

• Need help or if you do not have access to a computer, tablet or internet please feel free to come to Whitman to utilize a chromebook.

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Main Office: 414-773-2600

Website: https://www.wauwatosa.k12.wi.us/Whitman
Location: 11100 West Center Street, Wauwatosa, WI, USA
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