The WUSD values its partnership with our local community businesses and organizations, and here is a success story we'd love to share!
Class of 2018 Graduate Jonathan Nico has been working as an engineering intern with the Watertown Department of Public Works since 2018 through a partnership with our Watertown High School Cooperative Work Program - lead by our #WatertownWay Staff Member Sarah Tarpey! Jonathan remained committed to his internship in Watertown throughout his college years, and upon his upcoming graduation will become a civil engineer. Check out the full City of Watertown Press Release 👇!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Zmv2F0dSxtF1m4nLFuZQrM_-GLzmyK2o/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106166443697174895583&rtpof=true&sd=true
Congratulations, Jonathan! We are so proud of you!
Distinguished and dedicated WUSD School Board Member Jennifer Bakke submitted her resignation from the Board of Education, effective April 15, 2022. Please help us all thank Jennifer for her 8 years of loyal service to the students, staff, families and WUSD community!
This vacancy will be filled in accordance with Board Policy #8132. The term for this seat will expire in April of 2023. Any qualified elector of the District who is interested in filling this limited-term vacancy may submit a letter of application and a short resume to Deputy Clerk Jaime Rosenow by email to rosenowj@mywusd.org or to the Educational Service Center - 111 Dodge Street, no later than Monday, April 18, 2022. Interested persons will be invited to address the Board at the April 25, 2022 regular monthly meeting. Questions may be directed to Board President Tony Arnett at (920) 261-5789 or arnettt@watertown.k12.wi.us.
Do you know a graduate of Watertown High School who has gone on to serve their communities and world through their careers, vocations or service dedication through a variety of endeavors? Someone who has made an outstanding contribution, displayed leadership, is a person of historical significance or prominent figure? If so, please consider nominating them for the Watertown Unified School District 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award! Nomination forms may be found at https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/distinguished-alumni-award or may be picked up at the Educational Service Center - 111 Dodge Street. Nomination forms must be received by May 1st. #WatertownWay
Congratulations to Watertown High School FCCLA students Carson Foltz, Macie Purtell, Jesenya Cruz, Claire Jaeckel, and Cheyenne Groll who recently competed and placed at State at the Kalahari in Wisconsin Dells. They all did a fantastic job and represented the WUSD with pride!
Our #WatertownWay paraprofessionals are simply the best! Help us celebrate them today - it's Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!
Just a reminder that the 2022 Spring Election for WUSD Board of Education candidates is TODAY! 🗳️
There are four seats available on the WUSD Board of Education, with six candidates appearing on the ballot:
Lori Holland
David Schroeder (Incumbent)
Craig M. Wortman
Paul Van Den Langenberg (Incumbent)
Chad Bailey (Withdrew Candidacy)
Mike Higgins
*Vote for not more than four (4)
Get out and vote! ☑️
April's Feeding America event will be held this Friday, April 8 beginning at 3:30 p.m. at Watertown High School. All WUSD families in need are invited to attend this event free of charge.
It's School Librarian Appreciation Day! Thank you to our incredible #WatertownWay library/media specialists and support staff! We appreciate all that you do!
This upcoming week is National Associate Principal Week, and the WUSD is proud to have amazing leadership on our team! We are thankful for the work that you do daily for our students, staff and families! #WatertownWay
This upcoming week is National Associate Principal Week, and the WUSD is proud to have amazing leadership on our team! We are thankful for the work that you do daily for our students, staff and families! #WatertownWay
The 2022 Spring Election for WUSD Board of Education candidates will occur on Tuesday, April 5, 2022! 🗳️
There are four seats available on the WUSD Board of Education, with six candidates appearing on the ballot:
Lori Holland
David Schroeder (Incumbent)
Craig M. Wortman
Paul Van Den Langenberg (Incumbent)
Chad Bailey (Withdrew Candidacy)
Mike Higgins
*Vote for not more than four (4)
Good luck to all of our candidates!
These amazing #WatertownWay team members are letting you know that there is just one more day until Spring Break begins! We hope our entire WUSD community has a safe and wonderful break, and we are looking forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, April 4th!
We were excited to welcome back former WHS teacher, Mrs. Mullen, who recently visited Endeavor Charter High School as a guest speaker! She helped us celebrate Women’s History Month by telling stories of some of the norms for women in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us! #onceagoslingalwaysagosling
We are excited to announce that the postponed February 11 Wisconsin Singers show has been rescheduled to Sunday, May 1 at 4:00 p.m. in the WHS Auditorium. Tickets are once again on sale! Visit www.goslingmusic.org to purchase tickets. *All previously purchased tickets will be honored.
Looking for an affordable Prom dress or have one that you would like to donate? The Jefferson County Literacy Council is hosting a Formal Dress 👗 Resale Fundraiser this Saturday, March 19, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Jefferson. For more information, please call (920)675-0500.
Our WUSD staff want you to have an amazing weekend! See you on Monday to kick off our last four days before Spring Break begins on Friday, May 25!
Happy St. Patrick's Day from the WUSD!
In collaboration with Watertown Family Connections and Safe Families for Children, the WUSD is proud to present The Power of Positive Parenting Seminar on Saturday, April 9, 2022 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Watertown Public Library. Please join us for this free event!
Register at https://forms.gle/Wi92pGbuDUWPXGsn6.
March 14th marks Pi Day! We hope all of our #WatertownWay students, staff and families get a chance to sharpen those math skills and eat some delicious pie today!
The next Feeding America event will be held at Watertown High School on Thursday, March 17, 2022 beginning at 3:30 p.m.
Please follow the link below 👇 for more information:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1mlPpOd-NmQGky-Ew-3cS4drLGpauQ0oIms2BwI7sSXs/edit?usp=sharing.
