The Weekly Update
December 17, 2025
4K Enrollment: Starting the Educational Journey with the WBSD
We're ready for the next superstars! Enrollment for the 2026-2027 West Bend School District 4K program will open on Monday, January 5, 2026. We can't wait to welcome these youngest learners into our program that has some new features for 2026-2027:
Wrap Care will be available at ALL locations for full-day care (including Friday)
New classrooms will be available at Green Tree Elementary School
Our play-based, hands-on curriculum and experienced teachers create the perfect environment for young learners to build confidence, develop essential skills, and discover their unique talents. The WBSD program offers several 4K locations:
Green Tree Elementary School, 1330 Green Tree Rd, West Bend
Jackson Community Center, N165W20330 Hickory Lane, Jackson
Living Word Child Development Center, 2240 Living Word Lane, Jackson
YMCA - Holy Trinity (nature-based), 521 Congress Drive, Newburg
YMCA - Trinity Lutheran (nature-based), 140 N 7th Ave, West Bend
YMCA - West Washington, 1111 West Washington, West Bend
Enrollment is completed at WBSD4K.org. Contact Kris Groth at 262-306-7113 with questions.
A Rare Opportunity: Violins of Hope Comes to West Bend
The West Bend School District is the only school district in the state to host instruments from the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra's Violins of Hope exhibit—a powerful collection of string instruments once owned by Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust.
Each instrument tells a story. These instruments were played by Jewish musicians in concentration camps, in hiding, and in the ghettos. After being recovered and painstakingly restored, they now share the resilience and hope of those who refused to let their voices be silenced.
Join us for an evening of remembrance. Our talented West Bend High School orchestra, band, and choir students will perform pieces of remembrance and powerful student artwork will be on display.
Event details:
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Exhibit: 5-8:30 p.m. Silver Lining Art Center Gallery
Concert: 7:30 p.m.
West Bend High Schools, 1305 E. Decorah Road
Free tickets: https://bit.ly/4auyx4i
Learn more: https://violinsofhopewisconsin.org
Special thanks to the West Bend Public Schools Foundation for making this profound experience possible for our community.
Judges Needed for FBLA Competition
The West Bend High Schools is proud to host the Southern Middle School Future Business Leaders of America Regional Competition on Saturday, January 24. This exciting event brings together middle school students from across the region to showcase their skills in leadership, communication, and business.
We need you! Volunteer judges are needed for this exciting competition. Judges play a vital role in encouraging and supporting our future business leaders while enjoying a morning filled with creativity and inspiration. No prior experience is required and training and rubrics will be provided.
Date: Saturday, January 24
Time: 8:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: West Bend High Schools
Perks: Lunch provided and a small gift of appreciation.
If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact Allison Holtzer at aholtzer@wbsd-schools.org.
School Board Candidate Forms Due Soon
Three seats on the West Bend School Board will be on the ballot for the Spring Election on April 7, 2026. (If a primary is required, it will be held on February 17, 2026.) If interested in running to be a member of the West Bend School Board, a Campaign Registration Statement and a Declaration of Candidacy must be filed no later than 5:00 p.m. on January 6, 2026 in the office of the school district clerk at the Education Service Center, 735 S. Main Street, West Bend. Review the details and access forms on the website.
