CALENDARS and IMPORTANT DATES
Click HERE for April Calendar.
CLICK HERE FOR 2021-22 Heritage Calendar (may be subject to change)
CLICK HERE FOR THE 2021-22 District Calendar
Elementary Breakfast Menu, Elementary Lunch Menu
MAY
3 - MUSIC CONCERT
17 - ART SHOW
20 - SPIRIT DAY - 80's day
23 - NO SCHOOL DAY
26 - FUN RUN
27 - FUN RUN RAIN DATE
STUDENT SAFETY AT DROP OFF/PICK UP TIMES!
To help make our drop off and pick up areas safer and more efficient, we will have a new drive through process in the South end parent loop/parking lot.
Click here for a map and directions to help keep things moving smoothly during the busy morning and afternoon drop off and pick up times.
Click here for more information on parent loop instructions and dismissal and arrival information.
During drop off/pick up in the Parent Loop/Student exit zone:
* Please have your child exit the vehicle on the PASSENGER SIDE ONLY
* DRIVERS ARE TO REMAIN IN THEIR VEHICLES. This avoids people exiting into the traffic lane as well as taking extra time.
* PLEASE HAVE YOUR CHILD OUT OF THE VEHICLE WITHIN 1 MINUTE, if the process is going to take longer, please pull into the stall in the parking lot. (not the fire lane)
* PULL AHEAD AS FAR AS POSSIBLE in the lane, a few extra steps for your child to walk is ok!
* For safety reasons, refrain from using your cell phone while in the pick up/drop off area.
* DO NOT GO AROUND A VEHICLE THAT IS currently loading/unloading.
* DO NOT STOP IN THE CROSS WALK to drop or pick up your child
When using the parking lot or street side areas for drop off/pick up:
* If you parked in a parking lot stall, walk your child across the lot to the sidewalk.
* If using the street, your child must use the crosswalk or be accompanied by an adult.
* DO NOT STOP IN THE CROSS WALK to drop or pick up your child
* For safety reasons, refrain from using your cell phone while in the pick up/drop off area.
Survey Completion Reminder!
The Waunakee Community School District cares deeply about our students and staff. We are always looking for ways to improve their educational experience and form a stronger partnership with you - parents, guardians, family members, and community members! To help us accomplish this goal, we are conducting a community survey to help us understand and gather input regarding district operations and educational facility needs.
We have hired School Perceptions, an independent education research firm, to conduct and ensure all responses are kept confidential. We are asking that parents, guardians, staff, community members, etc. respond to a survey that was emailed as well as mailed to our school community.
To ensure data integrity, each survey invitation/link code can only be used once. You can access the survey through your email invitation. The survey access number will not identify you; it simply links you to the District’s survey. However, the software is able to track survey completion via the link code and encourage participation via non-respondents. School Perceptions’ privacy policy guarantees your email address will not be used/shared for any purpose other than the contracted survey.
The survey will be open through April 25 at 5:00 p.m. If you did not receive an email invitation to complete the survey, please check your “spam/junk” folder and then contact Steve Summers via email (stevesummers@waunakee.k12.wi.us) or Anne Blackburn via email (wcsd_communications@waunakee.k12.wi.us) for assistance.
SINGING INTO SPRING CONCERT - MAY 3
We are excited to invite families to our Singing Into Spring Music Concert on May 3, 2022.
The students have worked very hard to prepare for this special day. We encourage students to dress up for the show.
Please note the show times per grade levels below.
8:15 - KG
9:15 - 1st
10:15 - 2nd
12:15 - 3rd
1:15 - 4th
We will have families wait outside until the time of the show - if rain is expected, we will share an alternative rain plan.
ART SHOW - MAY 17, MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!
The Art Show will be an Open House format - come anytime 4-7 p.m. to view the student work that will be on display throughout the hallways in the building. Each student will have 3-5 works of art on display. Mrs. Stortz will be near the main office - please stop by to say hello!
I am so thankful for all the volunteers who are helping behind the scenes to prepare the thousands of works of art for the Art Show!
We will be ready to start hanging things on Wednesday, May 11th. If you would like to come help after school, please check click on the Sign Up Genius link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F4AAEAF2AA5F85-heritage
4th Grade Families, HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
The health curriculum in the fourth grade includes a unit on human growth and development, specifically on the physical and emotional changes children may experience as they enter adolescence. Please click here for the letter that was sent out April 14 and for the Consent/Opt out form that is due by May 9.
WHS INNOVATION CENTER - UPCOMING CLASSES
The Waunakee Community Education will be offering new courses at the Waunakee HS Innovation Center.
Due to popular demand, the Community Education area has added a second Birdhouse Workshop for students (gr. 2-8) and their adult companion (age 18 and older). Registration is going on now for this class at the Innovation Center on Wednesday, April 27!
BUILDING BRIGHTER SMILES - May 5, 2022
Enroll Now!: https://enrollment.bbsmiles.org/
Oral Screening
Dental Cleaning
Fluoride Varnish
Sealants
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Referral Assistance
Personal Technology Device Reminder
We are aware that a number of students may be provided a personal technology device (cell phone, smart watch, or other electronic communication) for various family reasons. We do want to provide a reminder of our handbook language regarding the usage and storage of these devices at school. We appreciate your support of reminding your child of the expectations of their personal device when at school.
Personal Technology Devices
Students are prohibited from using personal electronic devices during the school day. This includes, but not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, iPods, and other electronic communication or entertainment equipment during the school day. However, students may use portable media players for instructional purposes if they have specific permission from the supervising teacher. Students who bring any of the above items to school must leave them turned off and store them in their locker, cubbie or backpacks. The school is not responsible for the security of such items and may examine electronic devices such as smart watches and cellular phones and search their contents if there is reason to believe that school policies or rules have been violated. Use of a cellular phone is subject to the provisions of the Waunakee Community School District Acceptable Use Policy (443.6 Electronic Communication Devices - Students). If students choose to use cell phones, smart watches, or electronic devices outside of the guidelines in the handbook or board policy they will be subject to restorative practices and logical administrative consequences.
The district may examine the cellular phone and search its contents if there is a reason to believe the school policies, rules or regulations have been violated. (Legal Ref.: Section 118.258 Wisconsin Statutes)
New! Have You Moved or Are You Moving?
DAILY SNACK & WATER BOTTLES
COUNSELOR UPDATE - Identity
As a public school, it is our responsibility to help students understand and develop their identities while honoring and celebrating other people. This month, we will be reading the following books and students will explore what makes them unique individuals.
CLICK HERE for more information on books and topics discussed by grade level.
SUMMER SCHOOL INFORMATION
Summer School 2022 -
CLICK HERE FOR APRIL SUMMER SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SUMMER SCHOOL.
June 20 – July 28 - 6 weeks, all remedial classes & upcoming grades 5-12
June 20 – July 7 - Session 1, upcoming grades K—4 enrichment classes
(No classes on July 4th or July 5th)
July 11 – July 28 - Session 2, upcoming grades K—4 enrichment classes
Classes are held Monday—Thursday mornings.
Registration:
Summer School Online Registration Opens:
Tuesday, April 5th at 6:00 PM Middle and High School classes
Tuesday, April 12th at 6:00 PM Intermediate School classes
Tuesday, April 19rd at 6:00 PM All Elementary School classes, swimming and Camp Invention
A staggered registration schedule will speed up the registration process for all. It should also help our families with students at multiple age levels to be able to focus on each individual student.
Please click HERE for more information on registering.
Here is the on-line link to our summer school web page containing the catalog:
INCOMING 5TH GRADE ORCHESTRA INFORMATION
Greetings, 4th grade students and parents/guardians!
My name is Mike Steen, and I am the orchestra teacher at Waunakee Intermediate School. Next year, all incoming 5th grade students have the option of participating in orchestra. Orchestra is an elective (optional) music class where students can learn to play stringed instruments (violin, viola, cello, and bass). General music is a required class for all 5th grade students.
In 5th grade orchestra, students can start on the violin, viola, or cello. Students interested in learning to play the bass in 6th grade will need to start on cello in 5th grade. There are no beginning orchestra classes after 5th grade.
Full information about getting started in orchestra can be found on the Incoming 5th Grade Orchestra website. Click here to see the full message
Mike Steen
Orchestra Teacher
Waunakee Intermediate School
michaelsteen@waunakee.k12.wi.us
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RECESS & LUNCH DUTY!
We are looking for daily volunteers to help with recess and lunch!
If you are interested in volunteering at heritage, please sign up
Click HERE for the March Sign up Genius.
Click HERE for April Calendar.
We ask that each volunteer watch this short training video (presentation slides) before their first volunteer shift. In addition, you must review this Protective Measures presentation.
All volunteers must have a background check on file. This does take 4-5 days to process, so please make sure you fill it out before your first volunteer assignment. You can do this at this link.
March Book Madness 2022
During the month of March, we will share out two books each week with
classroom teachers. Classes will view each book and then vote on which book
they would like to see advance to the next round. Once the votes are tallied,
the book that is advancing will be announced on Friday. We will start with the
Elite Eight, narrow down to the Final Four, and end with the Championship
round.
AQUATIC CENTER - SPRING PROGRAMS
WAUNAKEE COMMUNITY EVENTS:
CHECK OFTEN - THIS PAGE IS CONTINUALLY BEING UPDATED!
HERITAGE IS HIRING!
If you're looking for a position that will have the same hours that your child/ren will be in school and are interested in working in education, Heritage would love to have you!
For para educator & para sub openings, click here
For sub teacher openings, click here
Feel free to call the office with any questions, we'd be happy to help!
TAHER FAMILY MEALS
Tuesday, April 19th: Barbeque Pulled Pork Sandwich
Served with Pretzel buns, Coleslaw, Pasta salad and Potato salad.
TO ORDER: CLICK HERE
Thursday, April 21st: Israeli Chicken Shawarma
Spiced Yellow Rice, Israeli Cucumber Salad, Hummus, Red Cabbage, Shawarma Sauce and a side of Naan Bread.
TO ORDER: CLICK HERE
2022 Open Enrollment and Intra-District Transfer Notice
Open Enrollment Notice
To: Families who have moved, or are planning to move out of the Waunakee Community School District boundary limits.
Your student(s) may be eligible to continue attending the Waunakee Community School District under the State of Wisconsin's open enrollment program. Open enrollment applications may be completed electronically through this link: http://dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment between February 7th and April 29th, 2022. Please call (608)849-2000 x 8470 or e-mail Julie Gengler, Open Enrollment Coordinator, at juliegengler@waunakee.k12.wi.us for more information.
Intra-District Transfer Notice
To: Families who wish to request a transfer of elementary aged students (K-4) outside of your assigned attendance area or back into your assigned attendance area.
Your student(s) may be eligible to transfer outside of your assigned elementary (K-4) attendance area or back into your assigned attendance area. The transfer request form is available on our district website at this link: Intradistrict Transfer Request Form or by contacting the district registrar. Transfer requests must be returned to the district registrar by March 18th, 2022.
Transfer requests must comply with Board of Education policy 432-Rule.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
REMEMBER TO CHECK OUT OUR COMMUNITY EVENTS PAGE FOR AWESOME OPPORTUNITIES!
Please see the full list of community sponsored opportunities by clicking here.Check often for new and exciting events!
PULL TOGETHER! Collecting Pull Tabs!
The Ronald McDonald Houses allow parents who are far from home to stay close to their hospitalized child and benefit from the comforts of home without incurring hotel and food costs.
The funds generated from recycling these aluminum tabs help offset the House's expenses. Please collect can tops and bring them into the office to help support this wonderful cause!
REMINDERS ABOUT ABSENCES AND CHANGE IN PLANS!
ARRIVING LATE OR ABSENCES
608-849-2030 Ext. 1
heritage_attendance@waunakee.k12.wi.us
Llamar o Enviar Correo Electrónico si su hijo(a) falta
Si un estudiante va a faltar a la escuela, las familias/tutores deben llamar a la línea de asistencia escolar de la escuela o enviar un correo electrónico a la dirección de correo electrónico de asistencia escolar el día de la falta, antes de las 8:30 am para estudiantes de Kinder a 4°
608-849-2030 Ext. 1
Marcus Theatres tickets available in the office!
Parents may stop by the office during normal school hours 7am-3:30pm to pick up your offer. Available first come, first served. Thank you!
Do you have a child who will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2022?
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS and INVITATIONS!
Also as a reminder, invitations are not allowed to be distributed at school. Please do not put your child's teacher in the uncomfortable position by asking them to hand out invitations to students.
We appreciate your cooperation and support.
DAILY SNACK & WATER BOTTLES
SIGNING YOUR CHILD IN/OUT OF SCHOOL
PLEASE DO NOT SIGN STUDENTS IN OR OUT PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL TO SCHOOL. For security purposes, the form has a timestamp of arrival/departure should an emergency arise we are aware of which students are in the building at all times.
This QR code is posted on the door. Upon arrival to Heritage please scan the code with your camera app and select the google form which will pop up. Paper copies will be available for those who do not have phone access. If signing in, Office staff will greet the student and help them to get to the correct location. If signing out, we will send the student out as soon as possible upon parent arrival. We continue to ask that parents wait outside.
WORLD LANGUAGE
ART
Haga Clic Aquí for espanol
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Important resources shared by the School Counselor:
Protective Behavior Letter for Parents
How to talk to your child about Personal Safety/Sexual Abuse
ZOOM TIPS & TRICKS
Below is a resource with some tips and tricks for Zoom. The walkthrough helps with how to join from a computer or from an iOS (Apple) or Android device.
COVID DASHBOARD
BRIDGING BRIGHTER SMILES
WCSD has once again partnered with Bridging Brighter Smiles Dental Program. Click here to learn how to enroll or call (262)896-9891 or visit www.bbsmiles.org
ATTENDANCE MATTERS!
Student attendance = Student SUCCESS
A missed school day is a missed opportunity for students to learn!
Every school day counts!
What does good attendance look like?
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
If you are interested in volunteering at heritage, please sign up
Here is the January link.
FEBRUARY VOLUNTEER SIGN UP GENIUS
We ask that each volunteer watch this short training video (presentation slides) before their first volunteer shift. In addition, you must review this Protective Measures presentation.
All volunteers must have a background check on file. This does take 4-5 days to process, so please make sure you fill it out before your first volunteer assignment. You can do this at this link.
COVID 19 TESTING AVAILABLE!
WCSD is offering COVID-19 testing options for students, students’ household members (household members can be tested if the student is present and getting tested at the same time)
Before you go...
1. Register each person being tested- https://register.covidconnect.wi.gov/en-US/
2. Complete a consent form for each person being tested-
Consent Form - Child, under the age of 18
Consent Form - Adult (Spanish)
Consent Form - Child, under the age of 18 (Spanish)
Click HERE for more information.
WCSD - Bethel District Office Mon-Fri from 8am-3pm
Other test location options can be found here.
PARENT LOOP GUIDELINES & FLOW MAP
GOING HOME FORMS - keep updated!
We ask that a form be filled out for EVERY STUDENT at every grade level!
DAILY GOING HOME FORMS. This form is to let us know what your child will be doing on a daily basis.
HEY, I'M COMING HOME EARLY. This form is what you'd like your child to do should the school need to close early due to weather, power outage etc.
HERITAGE T-SHIRTS
Heritage all-school clothing helps build school and community spirit. It also represents our school-wide behavior program and our core values of: Kind, Respectful and Responsible.
We offer, short sleeve, long sleeve and hooded sweatshirts. Adult sizes are available as well. Families...join us and get one also! Click here to order.
Note: Order by the 30th of the month, and your student will receive the order by the 15th of the following month.
WCSD COVID PROTOCOL & PROCEDURES
HERITAGE FAQ's
Click here for Spanish version of Frequently Asked Questions
STUDENT PARENT HANDBOOK
Technology Policy (This includes, but not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, iPods, and other electronic communication or entertainment equipment during the school day)
WCSD Social Media Presence
FOOD SERVICE - TAHER, INC.
Food Service Information for monthly menus, nutritional information, semester milk information, Free and Reduced forms and much more.
CLICK HERE for Breakfast and Lunch menus.
Allergy Menu (with approved paperwork):
STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FUND
WCSD is committed to ensuring that all students and families can participate in their school communities regardless of a family’s ability to pay. Scholarships or payment plans may be available to anyone needing that. Please contact Teri Reible at 608-849-2000. Spanish, please call 608-219-6542.
Student Financial Assistance Fund - English/Espanol
COMMUNITY EVENTS
CHECK OFTEN - THIS PAGE IS CONTINUALLY BEING UPDATED!
PUBLIC LIBRARY
Click here for the "Virtual Children's Library" including a newsletter, video books and other great info!
It's easier than ever to sign up for a library card! Simply fill out the form and the Waunakee Public Library will mail the card home to you. This is for students only and the card will be ready to use immediately. Happy Reading!
HERITAGE FTO
Upcoming meetings will be virtual, join us at:
https://madison-k12-wi-us.zoom.us/j/98994279015
UPCOMING MEETINGS: Jan. 17th, Feb. 21st,
March 28th, April 18th, May 16th
Please send an email to the following address for more information:
