Summer School Registration opens on Monday, April 13th, beginning at 4:00 p.m. For more information, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/o/summerschool.
🌟 Students Earn Global Seal of Biliteracy & Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy
A total of 16 seniors at Watertown High School have earned the prestigious Global Seal of Biliteracy, Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy, or both seals.
The Global Seal of Biliteracy is an international language certificate that recognizes and celebrates a student's level of proficiency in two or more languages. The Global Seal of Biliteracy enables programs and businesses across the world to quickly validate a student’s language skills to aid in advanced placement in a post-secondary language program, help students earn scholarships, and provide opportunities for employment. It also allows employers to easily verify students’ language skills and be confident that they possess valuable soft skills linked to multilingualism.
The Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy is a prestigious, industry-recognized credential that honors graduating seniors who have achieved a high level of proficiency in English and one or more additional languages. More than just an academic achievement, the Seal celebrates a student’s "sociocultural competence" - their ability to navigate and respect diverse cultural perspectives in an increasingly interconnected world.
For students, receiving this state-certified honor is a testament to years of dedication, whether they are perfecting a second language in the classroom or maintaining a heritage language spoken at home. This distinction not only appears on official transcripts and diplomas but also serves as a powerful signal to universities and future employers that these graduates possess the advanced communication skills and global mindset necessary to lead in the 21st-century workforce.
In today’s global economy, proficiency in multiple languages has tremendous value. We congratulate our students on this significant achievement and look forward to seeing the opportunities that their Seal of Biliteracy will bring them in the future. Way to go Goslings!
Seniors graduating with the Global Seal of Biliteracy: Zazil Medina, Neftali Hernandez Rizo, Laura Peralta Paulino, and Lincoln Smith.
Seniors graduating with both the Global Seal of Biliteracy and Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy: Isaac Mares, Andy Pineda, Brianna Velazquez, Ashley Almendarez, Emanuel Castellon, Erik Garcia, Ximena Garcia, Jonathan Hernandez, Kinverli Martinez, Oscar Ramirez, Kylie Tripp, and Diego Urbina Cruz.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
A total of 16 seniors at Watertown High School have earned the prestigious Global Seal of Biliteracy, Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy, or both seals.
The Global Seal of Biliteracy is an international language certificate that recognizes and celebrates a student's level of proficiency in two or more languages. The Global Seal of Biliteracy enables programs and businesses across the world to quickly validate a student’s language skills to aid in advanced placement in a post-secondary language program, help students earn scholarships, and provide opportunities for employment. It also allows employers to easily verify students’ language skills and be confident that they possess valuable soft skills linked to multilingualism.
The Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy is a prestigious, industry-recognized credential that honors graduating seniors who have achieved a high level of proficiency in English and one or more additional languages. More than just an academic achievement, the Seal celebrates a student’s "sociocultural competence" - their ability to navigate and respect diverse cultural perspectives in an increasingly interconnected world.
For students, receiving this state-certified honor is a testament to years of dedication, whether they are perfecting a second language in the classroom or maintaining a heritage language spoken at home. This distinction not only appears on official transcripts and diplomas but also serves as a powerful signal to universities and future employers that these graduates possess the advanced communication skills and global mindset necessary to lead in the 21st-century workforce.
In today’s global economy, proficiency in multiple languages has tremendous value. We congratulate our students on this significant achievement and look forward to seeing the opportunities that their Seal of Biliteracy will bring them in the future. Way to go Goslings!
Seniors graduating with the Global Seal of Biliteracy: Zazil Medina, Neftali Hernandez Rizo, Laura Peralta Paulino, and Lincoln Smith.
Seniors graduating with both the Global Seal of Biliteracy and Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy: Isaac Mares, Andy Pineda, Brianna Velazquez, Ashley Almendarez, Emanuel Castellon, Erik Garcia, Ximena Garcia, Jonathan Hernandez, Kinverli Martinez, Oscar Ramirez, Kylie Tripp, and Diego Urbina Cruz.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
Come see the Wisconsin Singers on April 19th at 4pm. Get your tickets now.
The Webster Elementary School grades K-2 and grades 3-5 classes have been busy in the library recently learning about engineering, fiction vs. nonfiction genres, and working on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) building kits.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
Congratulations to Laurie Hoffmann, David Handyside, Christina DeGrave, and Julaine Appling on their April 7, 2026 election to the Watertown Unified School District Board of Education.
A total of eight candidates sought election to the Board, with Hoffmann, Handyside, DeGrave, and Appling being the top four vote winners. Thank you to candidates Sara Fitch, David Byrne, James Helmke, and David Mazzie for their willingness to run for the Board and for their support of our school district.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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Watertown High School Advanced Placement Art Student Nathan Anderson was recognized with an award at last month's State Youth Art Month Exhibit. More than 500 qualifying art pieces from regions all around the state were part of the display at East Towne Mall and judges selected a small number of winners based on artistic merit. Nathan's painting "Deer Boy" was chosen for one of the prestigious Royal Brush Co. awards. Pictured here are Art Teacher Dave Pawl who entered the work and Nathan Anderson with the award winning piece.
A decades-long tradition reborn! 🧮✨
After many years away, our district officially returned to the Math 24 arena through the Southern Lakes Advanced Learners Network! This fast-paced mental math challenge requires students to combine four numbers using any operation to reach exactly 24 - all in a matter of seconds.
A huge shoutout to the three trailblazing students - Anna Gerike, Marley Weber, and Tenley Wehner - who stepped up to represent the WUSD and pave the way for a new generation of mathletes. We’re so proud of them for breaking the ice and showing the grit it takes to restart a legacy. This is just the first step in building our Math 24 program back to its full strength! 🧠⚡
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
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After many years away, our district officially returned to the Math 24 arena through the Southern Lakes Advanced Learners Network! This fast-paced mental math challenge requires students to combine four numbers using any operation to reach exactly 24 - all in a matter of seconds.
A huge shoutout to the three trailblazing students - Anna Gerike, Marley Weber, and Tenley Wehner - who stepped up to represent the WUSD and pave the way for a new generation of mathletes. We’re so proud of them for breaking the ice and showing the grit it takes to restart a legacy. This is just the first step in building our Math 24 program back to its full strength! 🧠⚡
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
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Tomorrow - Tuesday, April 7 - is Election Day 🗳
Our community will vote on an operational referendum for the WUSD that would provide $4.5 million per year for five years to support district operational, instructional, and day-to-day maintenance expenses. If the referendum is approved, what would this mean for your taxes?
▪ A property with an assessed value of $100,000 would see an estimated tax increase of $96 per year or $8 per month
▪ A property with an assessed value of $200,000 would see an estimated tax increase of $192 per year or $16 per month
▪ A property with an assessed value of $300,000 would see an estimated tax increase of $288 per year or $24 per month
The WUSD recognizes it is asking for financial support at a time when many household budgets are already stretched thin. The district is working hard to reduce its operating budget - already cutting expenses by more than $1.2 million coming into the 2025-26 school year. Even with an approved referendum, deep budget reductions will still need to be made.
To learn more about the Operational Referendum and why it is needed, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum.
Our community will vote on an operational referendum for the WUSD that would provide $4.5 million per year for five years to support district operational, instructional, and day-to-day maintenance expenses. If the referendum is approved, what would this mean for your taxes?
▪ A property with an assessed value of $100,000 would see an estimated tax increase of $96 per year or $8 per month
▪ A property with an assessed value of $200,000 would see an estimated tax increase of $192 per year or $16 per month
▪ A property with an assessed value of $300,000 would see an estimated tax increase of $288 per year or $24 per month
The WUSD recognizes it is asking for financial support at a time when many household budgets are already stretched thin. The district is working hard to reduce its operating budget - already cutting expenses by more than $1.2 million coming into the 2025-26 school year. Even with an approved referendum, deep budget reductions will still need to be made.
To learn more about the Operational Referendum and why it is needed, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum.
April 6-10 is National Assistant/Associate Principals Week. We are proud to recognize our dedicated Watertown High School Associate Principals - Justin Crandall, Justin Diderrich, and Jennifer Pennington. We thank them for all they do to support our schools. 💙
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting Wednesday, April 8 at 5 p.m. at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge St. This meeting will take place in both open and closed session.
To view the meeting agenda, please click here: https://go.boarddocs.com/wi/watertown/Board.nsf/vpublic?open.
To view the meeting agenda, please click here: https://go.boarddocs.com/wi/watertown/Board.nsf/vpublic?open.
The Watertown High School Academic Decathlon Team is heading to the National Competition in California later this month and is still working hard to raise funds to offset their travel expenses. Help them out this Wednesday, April 8, by enjoying dinner at Culver's of Watertown from 5-8 p.m. Students will be helping to deliver orders and earning a portion of the proceeds from all sales during that time frame.
Don't forget, they are also welcoming donations via a GoFundMe at https://gofund.me/d91e47c25. Thank you!
Don't forget, they are also welcoming donations via a GoFundMe at https://gofund.me/d91e47c25. Thank you!
Look all these lawnmowers!
We may be on Spring Break, but our Watertown High School SkillsUSA and Supermileage team students have been busy with the annual Lawnmower Tune-Up. This special event serves as an important fundraiser for WHS Technical Education programming.
This year our students, under the guidance of staff and parent advisors, are completing tune-ups on more than 200 lawnmowers. Each year the number of mowers serviced continues to grow - thank you, Watertown!
The $50 tune-up includes an oil change, blade sharpening, and new plug and filter. The mowers are also filled with new gas and power washed clean.
We are super proud of these students! Watch for next year's Lawnmower Tune-Up to be advertised in early March.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
We encourage all Watertown area residents to be informed regarding the WUSD Operational Referendum that is on the ballot this Tuesday, April 7.
To learn more about the referendum, and what's at stake whether it passes or fails, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum.
To learn more about the referendum, and what's at stake whether it passes or fails, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum.
Today, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day. Thank you to our Watertown Unified School District Paraprofessionals for all they do to support learning in our schools. 💙
Webster Elementary School held its Cool, Awesome and Terrific Students (CATS) lunch on Friday, March 27. Each month, students are selected by teachers in grades 5K-5 for making great gains in an academic area or by working super hard. As a reward, the students get to eat lunch with their principal, Mr. Brad Clark.
Picture 1 - Grades K, 1 & 2
Top Row (left to right): Khloey Chentis, Easton Butler, Bennett Rahberger
Next Row (left to right): Finley Ceballos, Beckett Abel, Lincoln Stewart
Bottom Row (left to right): Nova White, Remi Coffey, Dixon Vaillancourt
Picture 2 - Grades 3, 4 & 5
Top Row (left to right): Ryan Vande Slunt, Aliyah Fox, Harlen Mertz
Next Row (left to right): Braelyn Rein, Mason Ferry, Julian Enriquez
Bottom Row (left to right): Taylor Cornell, Chase McDonald, Griffin Loppnow
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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Picture 1 - Grades K, 1 & 2
Top Row (left to right): Khloey Chentis, Easton Butler, Bennett Rahberger
Next Row (left to right): Finley Ceballos, Beckett Abel, Lincoln Stewart
Bottom Row (left to right): Nova White, Remi Coffey, Dixon Vaillancourt
Picture 2 - Grades 3, 4 & 5
Top Row (left to right): Ryan Vande Slunt, Aliyah Fox, Harlen Mertz
Next Row (left to right): Braelyn Rein, Mason Ferry, Julian Enriquez
Bottom Row (left to right): Taylor Cornell, Chase McDonald, Griffin Loppnow
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
On Tuesday, April, 7, our community will vote on a referendum for the WUSD that would provide the district with $4.5 million per year for five years to fund operational, instructional, and maintenance expenses. This funding, if approved, would not be for new buildings or major building remodeling projects.
🗳 Election Day is just ONE WEEK from tomorrow!
On Tuesday, April 7, our community will vote on an operational referendum for the Watertown Unified School District that would provide (if approved) $4.5 million per year for five years to fund district operational, instructional and maintenance expenses.
To learn more about the referendum and why it is needed, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum.
On Tuesday, April 7, our community will vote on an operational referendum for the Watertown Unified School District that would provide (if approved) $4.5 million per year for five years to fund district operational, instructional and maintenance expenses.
To learn more about the referendum and why it is needed, please visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum.
The Watertown regional exhibit and competition of WRAP Teen was held earlier this month in the Watertown High School Art Gallery.
The Wisconsin Regional Art Program is sponsored by the Association of Wisconsin Artists. Over 60 works of art were submitted from four different schools and eight winners were selected to advance to the State Show in Madison this summer. Four Watertown High School students were selected to advance. Winners include Ruby Repp, Dylan Smith, Isaac VanBuren and Mikayla Maier.
Congratulations to these students! 🌟
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
The Wisconsin Regional Art Program is sponsored by the Association of Wisconsin Artists. Over 60 works of art were submitted from four different schools and eight winners were selected to advance to the State Show in Madison this summer. Four Watertown High School students were selected to advance. Winners include Ruby Repp, Dylan Smith, Isaac VanBuren and Mikayla Maier.
Congratulations to these students! 🌟
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay
On a sunny, warm spring day like today, it's hard to believe we had a blizzard less than two weeks ago. Just sharing some cute photos of Webster Elementary School Wildcats enjoying the short-lived snow.
The Watertown Unified School District will host a LIVE Operational Referendum discussion tonight on our Facebook page and YouTube Channel starting at 8 p.m. This will be a great opportunity for members of our community to learn about the referendum from the comfort of their own homes.
Please note: this live event was originally scheduled to start at 6 p.m., but due to the City Council Candidate Forum taking place at the Watertown Public Library at 6:30 p.m., we have adjusted our start time to 8 p.m. so the events do not overlap.
Don't forget to tune at 8 p.m. on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/WatertownUnifiedSD or on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@watertownunifiedschooldist7936.
Please note: this live event was originally scheduled to start at 6 p.m., but due to the City Council Candidate Forum taking place at the Watertown Public Library at 6:30 p.m., we have adjusted our start time to 8 p.m. so the events do not overlap.
Don't forget to tune at 8 p.m. on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/WatertownUnifiedSD or on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@watertownunifiedschooldist7936.
