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Superintendent Update

Dr. Caroline Pate-Hefty, WUSD Superintendent

SuperintendentUpdateDr. Caroline Pate-Hefty, WUSD Superintendent

November 2022 In Review

On November 8th, residents voted and approved the renewal of the referendum, which was previously approved in 2018. WUSD relies on this funding to meet our operational needs to address the challenges of increasing costs and uncertain funding support from the state over the past decade.


As a result we are able to maintain:


  • Robust academic and athletic opportunities
  • Student support and mental health services
  • Comprehensive instructional and co-curricular programs
  • Technology and facilities infrastructure


We are incredibly appreciative of the input and feedback we received throughout this process. Thanks to your engagement, we were able to present a solution that made sense for our entire community. As always, thank you for your support of WUSD schools and the students we serve!

Winter Weather Reminder

Each winter, families, students, and community members often inquire how the decision to close or delay school is made and communicated. Closing or delaying school is difficult on our families; we will utilize this option only when necessary for safety.


When we determine to close or delay school we work collaboratively with Nelson’s Bus Service, local township snowplow drivers and other area school districts. We make the call as early as possible. If conditions are not clear until the day or the weather event, the process initiates at approximately 3:00 AM. This is done to better assess the road conditions of the district as a whole, and account for in-city and rural routes. If the wind chill is sustained at -25° to -30°F or a Wind Chill Warning is issued, we will also consider closing, to ensure the safety of our students who may walk or wait at bus stops. (Of our approximately 2,100 students, approximately 900 ride buses and approximately 1,200 walk or drive/are driven to school.)


If school is delayed or closed, our goal is to make a decision by 5:30 AM, at the latest. We will broadcast the decision on television, radio stations, on our website and Facebook page. We will call, email and text a message to staff and families. If school is delayed due to inclement weather, morning 4K and early childhood sessions are canceled.


In addition to delaying or canceling school, there may be instances where we believe it is in the best interest of the safety of children to have an early release from school or to cancel after-school activities. When either of these situations occur, the after-school Parks and Recreation childcare programming at our elementary schools is also canceled.

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Jack Hefty and Nate Holden, WIAA State Cross Country

Saturday, October 29th, the Whippets headed to Wisconsin Rapids for the 2022 State Cross Country Meet, where Junior Nate Holden and Sophomore Jack Hefty competed against the best runners in the state. Overall, the D2 race was comprised of 146 competitors.


Hefty was able to finish the race in a time of 17:06, while Holden crossed the finish line in 19:07. Hefty's time was good for 30th place in the D2 field, while Holden finished 126th.


This race capped off an excellent season for both boys! Congratulations, boys!


(Comments from Coach Carstens)

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Makayla Bazeley, Grace Foucault, Brooke Bazeley, Emerson Dunham, WIAA State Swim

The Whippets competed at the State Meet on Friday, November 11, at Waukesha South High School.


Makayla Bazeley competed in the 200 Freestyle and placed 7th place finish with a time of 1:57.79. Makayla competed in the 100 Butterfly where she earned herself a spot on the podium with a 5th place finish by going a time of 59.77!


Grace Foucault finished out her high school individual swim career in the 100 Backstroke. She placed 12th overall with a time of 1:00.37!


To finish off the State Meet, Makayla Bazeley, Brooke Bazeley, Emerson Dunham, and Grace Foucault competed in the 400 Freestyle Relay. The girls be at their seeded time by 6 seconds with a time of 3:51.24! With Makayla’s lead off performance in the 400 Freestyle Relay, she is now the NEW school record holder for the 100 Freestyle with a time of 54.04!


(Comments from Coach Reynolds)

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American Education Week - November 14-18

November 14th-18th was American Education Week! 🍎We want to take a moment to express our appreciation for the teachers and staff who make WUSD such a special place to live, work, and learn.


Thank you for dedicating your time, talents, and energy into making our schools the best they can be!

November 2022 - Educators of the Month

Positive Happenings

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Lakeview Elementary

  • Lakeview staff and students held their 2nd annual Veteran’s day celebration on November 10th. They were fortunate to have 14 local veterans and active military participate in the event.
  • Lakeview students and families showed great support for Fall Craft Night and Culver’s Night!
  • The “Lakeview Bricklayers”, the Lakeview Lego League team, competed against 20 other schools in Mukwonago!
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Lincoln Elementary

  • Lincoln’s Month ended with the Family Friday Assembly on November 22nd. They highlighted what they are thankful for, and celebrated thinking Win-Win.
  • Culver's night was a huge success with the class with the most participation receiving a lunch pizza party with Mr. Gefvert.
  • Student Council made poppy flowers and sold them to Lincoln students on Veterans Day. All proceeds went to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Washington Elementary

  • Washington hosted another Eagle Day on Tuesday, November 22nd by celebrating the 7 Mindsets-Passion First.
  • Kindergarten through 3rd grade students are hard at work preparing for the ever-popular Winter Sing taking place on Friday, December 9th.
  • The Washington Bricklayers, Washington’s Lego League team, competed in Mukwonago against 20 other teams and brought home the MOTIVARE AWARD. Way to go Eagles!
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Whitewater Middle School

  • The WMS bands have their first concert of the year on Thursday, December 1st, at 7:00pm in the middle school gym. The 6th through 8th grade bands, middle school jazz band, and the middle school staff band will all be performing. We look forward to sharing a night of music with family and friends.
  • The WMS Choir Concert will be held on Monday, December 19th at 7pm in the WHS Auditorium. Our 6th through 8th grade choirs will perform, along with our Show Choir.
  • The 7th and 8th grade boys basketball season is underway. The boys have been working hard, improving weekly, and have demonstrated excellent sportsmanship during their games. The middle school even has a full squad of cheerleaders.

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Whitewater High School

  • WHS concluded the fall season with four Whippet Walks to recognize students who qualified for state level competitions in the arts, athletics, and activities.
  • WHS Players performance of Beauty and the Beast was held November 17-20 and included five performances and a Tea party! Congratulations to WHS Players for an outstanding performance!
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Whitewater High School (continued)

  • 26 WHS Key Club students partnered with the Middle School Builders Club students to participate in its annual Rake & Run on November 2nd and volunteer in the Whitewater community.
  • WHS Sophomores and Juniors were introduced to Youth Apprenticeship, a state-wide program that combines in-class learning with 450 hours of paid work experience to help students prepare to enter the workforce after high school. High school students work one-on-one with industry professionals to gain resume-building real-world experience in a chosen career path before graduating high school.

2022-23 School Year Calendar

Upcoming Events

December 23-January 2: No School - Winter Break

January 25: 2nd Quarter Ends/1st Semester Ends

January 26 & 27: No School

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