KEWASKUM DISTRICT NEWS
As another school year comes to a close, one of the events I always look forward to is our 8th Grade Promotion ceremonies. Watching our middle school students walk across the stage excited, nervous, and full of promise is one of those moments that truly highlights what education is all about.
This is such an important milestone for our students and their families. It marks the end of their middle school years, and the start of a new chapter as they prepare to enter high school. The years ahead will bring even more opportunities to discover interests, take on new challenges, and continue building toward their unique futures.
So as we head into summer, I want to say thank you for your partnership and support throughout this school year. Together, we’ve helped our students make memories they will carry with them for a lifetime and prepared them for all the exciting possibilities ahead.
I hope you and your family enjoy a relaxing and fun-filled summer. I look forward to seeing you all again in the fall as we welcome students back for another great year of learning and growth!
This week has been filled with moments of gratitude from students, families, and community members. It’s been wonderful to see, but I also know how much it means when that appreciation continues beyond this one week. So as we head into the final stretch of the school year, I encourage you to keep it going. Send a note, offer a kind word, or simply say “thank you” to someone who makes a difference in your child’s day.
Dr. Bazata
Superintendent
Kewaskum School District
To keep student accounts secure, all current 5th and 8th grade passwords will change on July 7 as students move to 6th and 9th grade, where stronger password requirements are in place.
In late June, students will receive an email with their new password. Please remind your child to write it down and keep it in a safe place. After the change, current passwords will no longer work.
Thank you for helping us keep our students’ information secure!
Stave off summer boredom and make this a summer to remember with these helpful Summer Ideas: Tips and Tools from KSD Family Liaison Abby Watzlawick.
We want to see your summer adventures!
Send your pictures and a short caption to promoteksd@kewaskumschools.org — we can't wait to see how you're soaking up the sunshine!
JULY
07/02 Last Day of Summer School
07/09 Preliminary Budget Meeting
07/11 Online Registration Opens (Student and Athletic)
07/17 Regular Board Meeting
Each month this section will include information on topics discussed at the regular school board meeting. These updates come from unapproved minutes of the meeting.
RECOGNITION
- Johnny Hooker was recognized for qualifying for State in track.
- Jaxon Voit was recognized for qualifying for State in golf.
- CESA 6 submitted the Kewaskum School District marketing video to the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA)’s annual Publications and Digital Media Awards, where it received the highest honor: the Award of Excellence.
REPORTS
- Dr. Bazata presented the District Administrator Report, highlighting graduation and providing a preview of the upcoming July meetings.
- Mr. Brightman presented the Business Manager Report, addressing questions raised at the Finance Committee meeting regarding the District Dashboard and highlighting recent donations received.
- Committee chairs also provided updates from their June meetings.
ITEMS FOR ACTION
The Board approved the following:
- Minutes from previous month's meetings
- Resignations: Shelley Hyde (KES Principal), Dana Fochs (5th Grade Intramurals), Austin Gifford (JV Boys Basketball Coach), Jason Piittmann (Summer Strength & Conditioning Coach), Stacey La Ronge (FFA Assistant Advisor)
- Hires: Hannah Verhunce (Counselor), Amayah Thomas (Kindergarten Teacher), Mark Getz (KES Principal)
- Payroll and accounts payable reports
- Open Enrollment Seats
- WIAA Membership Renewal for the 2025/26 School Year
- Purchases over $7,500 as recommended by the Finance Committee
