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Happy Summer Horning Families!

Hard to believe this message is coming to you already. The start of the next school year is right around the corner. Below you will find a lot of information about the upcoming school year. I am honored and excited to continue working with each of you to make Horning the best possible middle school learning community it can be.

The back to school Hawk Nation has many important links that will help you navigate the start of the upcoming school year, please review all pages carefully in our Back-to-School Guide.

A few items of note about the new school year

• Back to School Night will take place on August 30, 2023 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

• Stop by your child's House/classes at anytime for a meet and greet

• Principal Kleinowski will hold an optional welcome back presentation at 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30 in the auditorium

• New bell schedule for the 2023-24 school year

• All students will begin the day with a 20 minute Advisory

• All students will receive instruction in all four core academic content areas each day of the week

• Each class with be 44 minutes in length with the exception of blocked ELA and Math which will be double that time, 8th grade does not have a math block

• PBIS which stands for Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports

• PBIS will be implemented at all three middle schools in Waukesha this year. PBIS works to explicitly teach behavioral expectations to students in a proactive manner and celebrate students who are making good choices. Lessons will be done through Advisory this year and within the classroom when needed.

• Who your child is connected to in the main office may have changed from last year

• AP Mr. Lyday and counselor Ms. Ramirez will work with all Dual Language and Gold L-Z

• Dean Ms. Inkmann and counselor Ms. Jackson will work with all FLIGHT and Gold A-K

• Pick up and Drop off

• If you want to take pictures in front of the building on the first day, park on a side street and walk up to the building

• Buses will use the entrance on Wolf Road

• Car drop-off and pick-up will be on Butler Dr by the flag poles

• All will enter through the cafeteria doors at the start of the school day. Late arrivals should enter through the doors on Butler Dr.

• The A and B houses of the past will now be known as the Gold house (i.e. 7A and 7B are now 7 Gold).

We will begin everyday with a 20 minute Advisory which will cover a plethora of topics such as: check ins, organization of your child's materials, culture building, teaching school expectations, reviewing grades, Academic and Career Planning, and Second Step Lessons on social emotional learning. Your child’s advisor will be there to help you navigate through any questions and concerns that may arise. As you view your learner's schedule, the advisor’s name will appear in the “Advisory” section.

Let's make it a great year!

Kent Kleinowski

Principal

• Parent drop off and pick up will take place on Butler Drive by the flagpole. This is also the pick up and drop off location during the school day and for after school activities. The cafeteria entrance off of Wolf Road is for School Buses only.

• Once they are dropped off, students should walk up the sidewalk to the cafeteria entrance by the bus drop off.

• All buses will drop off by Wolf Road and students will enter the cafeteria.

• Students being dropped off after 7:30 will need to press the door buzzer in the foyer of the main entrance and office staff will allow the student in. Students getting picked up during the school day will need a prior request made by their parents. Students will then be released when the parent/guardian arrives.

August 1st: Online Registration Begins

August 16th: Ignite the Spark: New Student and 6th Grade Orientation 8:30 a.m to 11:00 a.m.

August 30th: Open House & Parent/Student Information Night 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

September 5th: First Day of School

September 22nd: Picture Day (during school hours)

October 24th:Family/Learner Conferences 3:30 7:00 PM

November 2nd: Family/Learner Conferences, 3:30-7:00 PM

February 13th: Family/Learner Conferences, 3:30-6:00 PM

May 23rd: Showcase of Learning, 3:30-6:00 PM

• All students will begin the day with Advisory and receive instruction in all four core academic areas each day of the week

• Each class with be 44 minutes in length with the exception of blocked ELA and Math which will be double that time

It will be implemented at all three middle schools in Waukesha this year. PBIS works to explicitly teach behavioral expectations to students in a proactive manner and also to celebrate students who are making good choices. Lessons will be done through Advisory this year and within the classroom when needed.

• AP Mr. Lyday and counselor Ms. Ramirez will work with all Dual Language and L-Z
  

• Dean Ms. Inkmann and counselor Ms. Jackson will work with all FLIGHT and A-K
  

In order to make sure your application is processed for the start of the school year, please fill it out as soon as possible. Thank you!

My name is Shannon Buerosse and I am coming to Horning Middle School from Oconto Falls (a bit north of Green Bay). I taught at the middle school there for 7 years, mostly ELA, but also Social Studies and Science. I am originally from just south of Milwaukee, and I couldn't be more excited to be coming back home! I have an 8 year old son that will be starting in Waukesha in the fall. When I am not at school, I enjoy hiking, reading, cooking and being at the lake. I can't wait for the school year to start and to begin this new adventure at Horning!

My name is Jane Koestring and I'm just so excited to start my teaching career here at Horning! I am a recent graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison where I received my Master's degree in Secondary Social Studies Education. Although I loved my time in Madison, I'm thrilled to return to the Milwaukee area, where I spent 2 wonderful (though pandemic-interrupted) years. When I decided to be a teacher, I knew middle school was the place for me. What wonderful, intelligent, funny, and dynamic kids those 6th-8th graders are!

Otherwise, I love to travel, try new restaurants, and hang out with my little cat, Baby. I visit my family down in Illinois (I know, I know) as often as I can, but I truly love being an honorary Cheesehead.

I can't wait to begin the school year and my career in education here in Waukesha! Looking forward to meeting you all!

My name is Sierra Mariani. I have just finished My Special Education license at Concordia University. I started my career as a Special Education Assistant at Horning, and I am very excited to be back with the team full time working with 7th grade! I will be graduating this December with my Masters in Special Education. I also have a Bachelors in Business Management. I am very excited and overjoyed to be back.

Personally, I have a 9 year old son named Ayden who goes to Banting, 2 mini doxies (Lilo and Lenny) and a Cat (Chico). We enjoy doing arts and crafts and staying busy. We love to take our dogs to the dog park, and in my spare time I enjoy diamond art and watching new tv shows. I also love to snack and have a great addiction to Mt. Dew! :)

My name is Kira Pless. I was born and raised in Green Bay, WI, and graduated from UW-Milwaukee in 2019, after studying abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina. I have been working with Dual Language learners of all ages for about four years and this is my third year teaching in Waukesha. I previously taught fourth and fifth grade Dual Language at Banting. I am extremely excited to be teaching 8th grade Social Studies and Spanish and English Language Arts.

When I am not at school my boyfriend, Zach, and I enjoy traveling, hiking, or spending time outside. We recently moved to Waukesha last year from downtown Milwaukee and absolutely love this community.

I am looking forward to an amazing school year!

Dress Code: Click here to review the Dress Code policy outlined in the middle school student handbook for more information:

A brief description of several areas are below:

• Hats, bandanas, hoods, & other headwear are not permitted

• Hoodies must be worn with the hood down

• Clothing should completely cover the chest, midriff and buttocks

• No undergarments should be visible when standing or sitting

• No strapless, off the shoulder or low cut tops allowed at school

• Any clothing, jewelry, body art, or any accessory advertising alcohol, tobacco or other drugs are at a counter purpose with district AODA programs and therefore deemed inappropriate.

Attendance:

• Attendance is extremely important.

• Our school wide expectation is that every student is arriving to their scheduled class on time prior to the start of class bell. This will ensure that active learning time is maximized and students are receiving the best learning environment possible.

• Students have 3 minutes to transition from one class to the next. This time should be used to prepare for their upcoming class.

• Students are able to access their lockers before school, before lunch, after lunch, and at the end of the school day. Students should be utilizing these opportunities to prepare themselves for their early/late classes.

• Please do your best to make sure that your technology (iPad) is charged and ready to go at the start of the day. This will ensure classroom time is maximized for learning.

Cell Phone:

• The School District of Waukesha has in place a cell phone policy that requires cell phones to be placed in their locker upon entering the school building. The phone should be turned off and left in their locker until they leave at the end of the school day.

Thank you all for helping support us in a successful school year. Working together we can accomplish great things.

- Phones in lockers during the school day

- Hoodies down

- Come prepared with charged iPad, planner, and binder

In continued partnership with our transportation provider, First Student, The School District Waukesha has launched FirstView®, a bus tracking and parent communications app for your smartphone or desktop. For more information, see the District's transportation page HERE.

Check out this slideshow of current/upcoming activities for your planning purposes. Our website also has a list of of our co-curricular activities. Just use the drop-down menu in the upper right portion of the page, and scroll down to "Clubs and Activities".

Please contact Mr. Lyday with questions at blyday@waukesha.k12.wi.us.

Email: blyday@waukesha.k12.wi.us
Website: https://sdw.waukesha.k12.wi.us/o/horningms
Phone: 262-970-3450

Horning Website: https://sdw.waukesha.k12.wi.us/horningms

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HorningMSHawks/

Twitter: Link or @HorningMiddle

Main Office

Principal's Secretary: Ms. Jodi Aylsworth 262-970-3305

Assistant Principal and Athletic/Activities Director (Dual Language and L-Z):

Mr. Bryan Lyday 262-970-3311

Dean of Students (FLIGHT and A-K):

Ms. Susan Inkmann 262-970-3450

Attendance/Associate Principal Secretary: Ms. Angie Frehner 262-970-3317

Attendance Line: 1-866-490-7371 or 262-970-3316

School Resource Officer

Officer James Wolbert, 262-970-3304

Student Services

Counselors:

Mrs. Angie Jackson (FLIGHT and A-K), 262-970-3327

Ms. Natalie Ramirez (Dual Language and L-Z), 262-970-3326

Student Services Secretary: Ms. Julie Lindahl, 262-970-3303

Social Worker: Ms. Angie Krueger, 262-970-1699

School Psychologist: Ms. Lauren Prazuch 262-970-1093

Health Room: Ms. Olivia Trejo 262-970-3315

Email: kkleinowski@waukesha.k12.wi.us
Website: https://sdw.waukesha.k12.wi.us/horningms
Location: Horning Middle School, Wolf Road, Waukesha, WI, United States
Phone: 262-970-3305
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HorningMSHawks/
Twitter: @HorningMiddle