RMS Spring Musical Debuts Tonight!
The Riverside Middle School Drama Club will present Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium by R.L Stine tonight at 7 p.m. and tomorrow, Saturday (March 21) at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the RMS gymnasium. The musical is open to the public. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for students, and children age 4 and younger are free.
The musical stars RMS 6th, 7th, & 8th graders. The story follows Brooke and Zeke, two enthusiastic students cast as the leads in their school’s mysterious production of The Phantom. As strange notes and spooky happenings begin to disrupt rehearsals, the cast wonders if the legend of the real phantom haunting the auditorium might be true. What unfolds is a fun, fast-paced mix of mystery and comedy as the students work together to uncover the truth. 👻
The Riverside Middle School Drama Club will present Goosebumps Phantom of the Auditorium by R.L Stine tonight at 7 p.m. and tomorrow, Saturday (March 21) at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the RMS gymnasium. The musical is open to the public. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for students, and children age 4 and younger are free.
The musical stars RMS 6th, 7th, & 8th graders. The story follows Brooke and Zeke, two enthusiastic students cast as the leads in their school’s mysterious production of The Phantom. As strange notes and spooky happenings begin to disrupt rehearsals, the cast wonders if the legend of the real phantom haunting the auditorium might be true. What unfolds is a fun, fast-paced mix of mystery and comedy as the students work together to uncover the truth. 👻
Watertown High School alum Brandon Rocole (Class of 2021) returned to WHS on March 19 to speak with students in Emmie Carpenter’s Biomedical Innovations class about how ideas become real biomedical devices.
Brandon shared his journey from taking Project Lead the Way classes at WHS to researching and prototyping devices in college. He walked students through the engineering process used to develop medical technology and talked about the trial and error that comes with research, emphasizing the importance of persistence and collaboration.
After graduating from the UW-Milwaukee in December with bachelor’s degrees in Biomedical Engineering and Electrical Engineering, Brandon began a master’s program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in January. His current research focuses on hand rehabilitation, with a long-term goal of integrating AI into prosthetic technology.
Brandon credits Mrs. Carpenter’s PLTW courses, along with Mr. Domer’s Tech Ed classes and SkillsUSA, for helping him discover his passion and build the skills that led him to biomedical engineering.
By sharing his experiences, Brandon showed WHS students how the skills they are learning now can lead to real-world innovation and meaningful careers in biomedical engineering.
Pictured are Brandon and Mrs. Carpenter along with a collage of prosthetic hand prototypes Brandon designed as part of his university research.
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Brandon shared his journey from taking Project Lead the Way classes at WHS to researching and prototyping devices in college. He walked students through the engineering process used to develop medical technology and talked about the trial and error that comes with research, emphasizing the importance of persistence and collaboration.
After graduating from the UW-Milwaukee in December with bachelor’s degrees in Biomedical Engineering and Electrical Engineering, Brandon began a master’s program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in January. His current research focuses on hand rehabilitation, with a long-term goal of integrating AI into prosthetic technology.
Brandon credits Mrs. Carpenter’s PLTW courses, along with Mr. Domer’s Tech Ed classes and SkillsUSA, for helping him discover his passion and build the skills that led him to biomedical engineering.
By sharing his experiences, Brandon showed WHS students how the skills they are learning now can lead to real-world innovation and meaningful careers in biomedical engineering.
Pictured are Brandon and Mrs. Carpenter along with a collage of prosthetic hand prototypes Brandon designed as part of his university research.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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Congratulations to these Watertown High School students for being named to the Trimester 2 High Honor Roll for the 2025-26 school year!
Well done - we are proud of you!
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Well done - we are proud of you!
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Congratulations to these Watertown High School students for being named to the Trimester 2 Honor Roll for the 2025-26 school year!
Keep up the great work!
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Keep up the great work!
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Congratulations to these Endeavor Charter School students for being named to the Trimester 2 Honor Roll for the 2025-26 school year!
Congratulations to our Riverside Middle School students who participated in the Southern Lakes Advanced Learners Network Academic Bowl last week. Each student competed in one category: math, ELA, social studies, or science. Then the team competed in a current events round. Your Riverside Middle School team took FIRST PLACE! Team members included:
Brycen Bauknecht
Zander Unkel
Baye Klug
Kinsley Strobel
Eli Stegeman
Mykaela Mung'aithi
Asher Smith (3rd place 6th grade social studies)
Naomi Mung'aithi (2nd place 6th grade science)
Parker Wheeler (2nd place 7th grade math)
Eliana Keddington (2nd place 8th grade math)
Elise Hensler (2nd place 8th grade science)
Jake Ruetten (1st place 6th grade math)
Audrey Arnett (1st place 7th grade social studies)
Ava Carpenter (1st place 8th grade ELA)
Evelyn Mora-Perez (1st place 8th grade math)
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Brycen Bauknecht
Zander Unkel
Baye Klug
Kinsley Strobel
Eli Stegeman
Mykaela Mung'aithi
Asher Smith (3rd place 6th grade social studies)
Naomi Mung'aithi (2nd place 6th grade science)
Parker Wheeler (2nd place 7th grade math)
Eliana Keddington (2nd place 8th grade math)
Elise Hensler (2nd place 8th grade science)
Jake Ruetten (1st place 6th grade math)
Audrey Arnett (1st place 7th grade social studies)
Ava Carpenter (1st place 8th grade ELA)
Evelyn Mora-Perez (1st place 8th grade math)
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Seeking Nominations for 2026 Distinguished Alumni
The WUSD is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award. This award celebrates the successes of Watertown High School alumni and honors the legacy of academic excellence in Watertown. In addition, it is hoped that our Distinguished Alumni serve as role models for students and members of our community.
The Distinguished Alumni Award will be presented during the 2026 Homecoming festivities. To review nomination criteria and obtain a nomination form, please visit www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/distinguished-alumni-award.
Nomination forms can be submitted to Lynn Linskens at the Educational Service Center - 111 Dodge Street, Watertown WI 53094 - or by email at linskensl@mywusd.org. Forms are due by Friday, May 1, 2026.
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The WUSD is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award. This award celebrates the successes of Watertown High School alumni and honors the legacy of academic excellence in Watertown. In addition, it is hoped that our Distinguished Alumni serve as role models for students and members of our community.
The Distinguished Alumni Award will be presented during the 2026 Homecoming festivities. To review nomination criteria and obtain a nomination form, please visit www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/distinguished-alumni-award.
Nomination forms can be submitted to Lynn Linskens at the Educational Service Center - 111 Dodge Street, Watertown WI 53094 - or by email at linskensl@mywusd.org. Forms are due by Friday, May 1, 2026.
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The Watertown Unified School District is seeking students who will be 3-years-old as of Sept. 1, 2026 to join our Little Goslings Peer Model Program.
This play-based program is designed around the routines, needs, and social skills of our youngest learners with learning delays. As part of the program we seek Peer Models, same aged peers who display strong social skills, communication, and are toilet trained, to join our class. Peer Models help support an inclusive setting for all learners while participating in creative activities, strengthening school readiness and communication skills, and fostering relationships.
The next Peer Model screening will take place Wednesday, April 22 from 10-11 a.m. at Douglas Elementary School. To register your child for a screening or to learn more, contact WUSD Special Education Program Manager Rebekah Faas at faasr@mywusd.org or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyPrCtYpw16s8f1tc_Lj9tmgz0B8Td94grJXLWax4VcE63tw/viewform.
This play-based program is designed around the routines, needs, and social skills of our youngest learners with learning delays. As part of the program we seek Peer Models, same aged peers who display strong social skills, communication, and are toilet trained, to join our class. Peer Models help support an inclusive setting for all learners while participating in creative activities, strengthening school readiness and communication skills, and fostering relationships.
The next Peer Model screening will take place Wednesday, April 22 from 10-11 a.m. at Douglas Elementary School. To register your child for a screening or to learn more, contact WUSD Special Education Program Manager Rebekah Faas at faasr@mywusd.org or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyPrCtYpw16s8f1tc_Lj9tmgz0B8Td94grJXLWax4VcE63tw/viewform.
Spring Lawnmower Tune-Up 🔧
Support Watertown High School SkillsUSA and our Supermileage Team by bringing in your push lawnmower for a tune up!
Lawnmowers may be dropped off on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Serviced mowers will be ready for pick-up on Thursday, April 2, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Local lawnmower pick-up and delivery service is available for a $10 fee. All work will take place at Watertown High School (Manufacturing Lab, Door D7, west side of building).
Services include:
▪ $50 – oil change, blade sharpening, tune-up (new plug and filter), new gas and power wash clean (additional parts or service needed may result in additional cost)
▪ $20 – Blade sharpening for ELECTRIC push lawnmowers
To register for a lawnmower tune-up call (920) 262-7500 ext. 6339 or email domerj@mywusd.org.
Support Watertown High School SkillsUSA and our Supermileage Team by bringing in your push lawnmower for a tune up!
Lawnmowers may be dropped off on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Serviced mowers will be ready for pick-up on Thursday, April 2, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Local lawnmower pick-up and delivery service is available for a $10 fee. All work will take place at Watertown High School (Manufacturing Lab, Door D7, west side of building).
Services include:
▪ $50 – oil change, blade sharpening, tune-up (new plug and filter), new gas and power wash clean (additional parts or service needed may result in additional cost)
▪ $20 – Blade sharpening for ELECTRIC push lawnmowers
To register for a lawnmower tune-up call (920) 262-7500 ext. 6339 or email domerj@mywusd.org.
CONSERVATION TAKES THE STAGE AT WEBSTER 🐢🐝🐘🐅
Webster Elementary School 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders were recently treated to a high-energy performance of Leona Lionheart Saves the World! presented by Kohl’s Wild Theater. Through a mix of drama, songs, and puppetry, students learned about the vital importance of conservation. This fantastic program was made possible through a partnership between Kohl’s, the Milwaukee County Zoo, and the Zoological Society of Milwaukee.
This performance was funded entirely by the proceeds from Webster’s annual aluminum can drive. It’s a full-circle moment for our students: by recycling, they directly support environmental education and local organizations like Wildlife in Need and the Watertown Humane Society.
Save Your Cans! It’s never too early to start collecting! The Webster 37th Annual Aluminum Can Drive is just around the corner, running from April 20th–24th. Keep an eye out for more details soon!
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Webster Elementary School 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders were recently treated to a high-energy performance of Leona Lionheart Saves the World! presented by Kohl’s Wild Theater. Through a mix of drama, songs, and puppetry, students learned about the vital importance of conservation. This fantastic program was made possible through a partnership between Kohl’s, the Milwaukee County Zoo, and the Zoological Society of Milwaukee.
This performance was funded entirely by the proceeds from Webster’s annual aluminum can drive. It’s a full-circle moment for our students: by recycling, they directly support environmental education and local organizations like Wildlife in Need and the Watertown Humane Society.
Save Your Cans! It’s never too early to start collecting! The Webster 37th Annual Aluminum Can Drive is just around the corner, running from April 20th–24th. Keep an eye out for more details soon!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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❄️ Due to the continued unsafe driving conditions, the HR Committee meeting, followed by the Board of Education meeting in closed session, will be fully virtual this evening. To view the agendas for these meetings, visit https://go.boarddocs.com/wi/watertown/Board.nsf/vpublic?open
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The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education has four meetings scheduled this week:
▪️ Human Resources Committee - March 16, 5 p.m.
▪️ Special Board Meeting in Closed Session - March 16, 6 p.m.
▪️ Curriculum Committee - March 18, 7:30 a.m.
▪️ Fiscal Management Committee - March 18, 5:30 p.m.
Board of Education meetings take place at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge St., unless otherwise noted.
The WUSD will also invites the community to attend three upcoming public referendum presentations:
▪️ Referendum Presentation at Lincoln Elementary School - March 19, 5 p.m.
▪️ Referendum Lunch & Learn at the Watertown Public Library hosted by the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce - March 23, 12 p.m. (registration for optional lunch required call 920-261-6320)
▪️ Referendum Presentation at the Watertown Public Library - March 24, 6:30 p.m.
To learn more about the operational referendum and why it is needed, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum or email referendum2026@mywusd.org.
On Sunday, March 1, the Watertown High School German and Spanish Honor Societies inducted their new members in a ceremony held in the WHS Library Media Center. In order to qualify for membership, students must meet community service requirements and maintain enrollment and high grades in their respective German and Spanish language classes. These organizations participate in various service, cultural, and fund raising activities throughout the year at the high school and in the community.
The German Honor Society students are pictured in the smaller group photo. The Spanish Honor society students are seen in the larger group photo.
Congratulations to these students!
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The German Honor Society students are pictured in the smaller group photo. The Spanish Honor society students are seen in the larger group photo.
Congratulations to these students!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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The Watertown High School Gosling Marching Band will depart tomorrow for an unforgettable 8-day performance tour of Ireland, where students will perform at the Limerick International Band Championship, take part in the world-renowned St. Patrick's Festival Parade in Dublin on St. Patrick's Day, and more!
We wish them safe travels and hope they have a wonderful time! 🍀
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We wish them safe travels and hope they have a wonderful time! 🍀
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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The Gosling Career Fair took place Tuesday morning at Watertown High School. This special event, organized in partnership with the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce, connected our high schoolers and 8th grade students to more than 80 local businesses to learn more about career pathways and job opportunities in our area.
Thank you to the Chamber, and to all the local businesses that participated. It was a GREAT day to be a Gosling!
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Thank you to the Chamber, and to all the local businesses that participated. It was a GREAT day to be a Gosling!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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The 2026 Youth Apprenticeship breakfast was held on Wednesday morning, March 4, where 99 Watertown High School seniors were recognized for their participation in the program.
The Youth Apprenticeship program was established in Watertown in 1991. In 2009, the program grew with 39 students enrolled. This year, 134 students – both juniors and seniors – are participating in the program.
The Youth Apprenticeship program is administered by Sarah Tarpey, Family Consumer Sciences teacher and School to Career Coordinator, and Heather Jozwowski, Jefferson County Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator. This year, the program is partnered with 132 area business mentors to provide apprenticeship opportunities to WHS students.
As part of the program, students may pursue apprenticeships in any of the 14 career clusters: Agriculture, Construction, Arts-Entertainment-Design, Digital Technology, Education, Financial Services, Healthcare & Human Services, Hospitality-Events-Tourism, Management Entrepreneurship, Marketing-Sales, Public Service & Safety, and Supply Chain & Transportation.
Pictured are the graduating seniors with program mentors, parents and guardians, and WUSD staff members.
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The Youth Apprenticeship program was established in Watertown in 1991. In 2009, the program grew with 39 students enrolled. This year, 134 students – both juniors and seniors – are participating in the program.
The Youth Apprenticeship program is administered by Sarah Tarpey, Family Consumer Sciences teacher and School to Career Coordinator, and Heather Jozwowski, Jefferson County Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator. This year, the program is partnered with 132 area business mentors to provide apprenticeship opportunities to WHS students.
As part of the program, students may pursue apprenticeships in any of the 14 career clusters: Agriculture, Construction, Arts-Entertainment-Design, Digital Technology, Education, Financial Services, Healthcare & Human Services, Hospitality-Events-Tourism, Management Entrepreneurship, Marketing-Sales, Public Service & Safety, and Supply Chain & Transportation.
Pictured are the graduating seniors with program mentors, parents and guardians, and WUSD staff members.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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Don't delay - register your child for kindergarten today! 🏫
Registration is now open for Watertown Unified School District's 4 & 5 year-old kindergarten programs. There are full and half-day options available for 4K, and 5-year-old kindergarten is full-day for students.
To enroll, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/enrollment-and-registration.
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Registration is now open for Watertown Unified School District's 4 & 5 year-old kindergarten programs. There are full and half-day options available for 4K, and 5-year-old kindergarten is full-day for students.
To enroll, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/enrollment-and-registration.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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Thank you to the Watertown community for your incredible support of the Watertown High School musical, Pippin, this past weekend!
The students and staff of our Music Department outdid themselves again with three incredible shows - the music, the dancing, the costumes - everything was fantastic! Thank you, and congratulations to everyone involved with this wonderful production!
Enjoy these photos from the show. 🎭💙🎶
The students and staff of our Music Department outdid themselves again with three incredible shows - the music, the dancing, the costumes - everything was fantastic! Thank you, and congratulations to everyone involved with this wonderful production!
Enjoy these photos from the show. 🎭💙🎶
The Watertown Unified School District will hold meetings this week at the dates and times listed below:
▪ Special Board Meeting in Closed Session - Monday, March 9, 5:30 p.m.
▪ Educational Services Committee - Tuesday, March 10, 7:30 a.m.
▪ Sub Committee of the Planning Committee - Tuesday, March 10, 10 a.m. (at Connections Café, 1308 W. Main St.)
▪ Planning Committee - Wednesday, March 11, 5:30 p.m.
▪ Special Board Meeting in Closed Session - Wednesday, March 11, 6:30 p.m.
All meetings will take place at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge St., unless otherwise noted.
🗳 Referendum presentations and meet & greets will also take place this week at the following dates and times:
▪ Presentation at LEAP Elementary School - Tuesday, March 10 5-6 p.m.
▪ Presentation at Watertown High School - Thursday, March 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
▪ Meet & Greet at Irish Jig Jog at Watertown Public Library - Saturday, March 14, 9:30-11 a.m.
▪ Special Board Meeting in Closed Session - Monday, March 9, 5:30 p.m.
▪ Educational Services Committee - Tuesday, March 10, 7:30 a.m.
▪ Sub Committee of the Planning Committee - Tuesday, March 10, 10 a.m. (at Connections Café, 1308 W. Main St.)
▪ Planning Committee - Wednesday, March 11, 5:30 p.m.
▪ Special Board Meeting in Closed Session - Wednesday, March 11, 6:30 p.m.
All meetings will take place at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge St., unless otherwise noted.
🗳 Referendum presentations and meet & greets will also take place this week at the following dates and times:
▪ Presentation at LEAP Elementary School - Tuesday, March 10 5-6 p.m.
▪ Presentation at Watertown High School - Thursday, March 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
▪ Meet & Greet at Irish Jig Jog at Watertown Public Library - Saturday, March 14, 9:30-11 a.m.
The Watertown High School Academic Decathlon team is headed to Nationals after winning first place at the state competition in Green Bay in February!
The team has established a GoFundMe to raise $10,000 to offset travel expenses to the National competition in California at the end of April. To learn more and/or to support the team's fundraising effort, please click the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.
https://gofund.me/d91e47c25
The team has established a GoFundMe to raise $10,000 to offset travel expenses to the National competition in California at the end of April. To learn more and/or to support the team's fundraising effort, please click the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.
https://gofund.me/d91e47c25
The Watertown Daily Times and Realty Executives Platinum recently teamed up to sponsor a new city-wide Teacher of the Month contest. Congratulations to our very own Miranda Weinheimer of Lincoln STEM Elementary School for being named February's Teacher of the Month! 🌟
