WEST DE PERE
SCHOOL
DISTRICT
West De Pere
Schools Mission
Statement:
Middle School Newsletter
May/June, 2017
Dear WDP Middle School Families,
The mission of the
School District of West
De Pere is to create a
comprehensive educational and social environment for students,
and staff which will produce life-long learners
with the capacity to
succeed in a global community.
Inside This
Issue:
Phantom
2
Phundamentals
Washington
D.C. Info
2
Important
Middle School
Dates
3
8th Grade Pro- 3
motion
Book Fair
3
2017/2018
Athletic
Information
4
Choir News
5
PACT
5
Art Corner
6
Junior
Achievement
7
The weather on May 1 may feel more like February, but the calendar says for sure it’s May. That also means
that this is the last newsletter of the school year. I know it’s cliché to say, but oh how quickly the school year
flies by. Items of interest and one more opportunity to share student success stories are listed below.
Parent requests for class placement
In past years, parent requests for class placement have been allowed at the middle school. This practice will
continue for the 2017-2018 school year. Parent requests regarding class placement will be given full consideration if all of the following conditions have been met:
1. Requests must be communicated in writing to the principal no later than June 2, 2017.
2. Requests must be based on a specific educational need.
3. Requests should not reference an individual teacher by name. Rather, the request could reference a
teaching style, a classroom environment, or some other special need.
Every class placement request that satisfies all of the conditions described above will be given full consideration. However, the always-present potential for a high number of parent requests prevents us from guaranteeing any request.
8th grade Washington D.C. trip
8th grade students depart for Washington D.C. on Monday, June 5. Look for real-time pictures and stories
after we depart at this blog address – http://wpdms2017dctrip.wordpress.com
Important parent/chaperon meeting – May 3, 7:30p.m. – middle school library
A.L.I.C.E
Students will participate in a drill/simulation of walking to their designated rally point/safety spot on the following dates: 6th grade – May 11 (p.m.); 7th grade – May 19 (p.m.); 8th grade – May 12 (a.m.)
More information regarding A.L.I.C.E. can be found at:
http://www.wdpsd.com/alice/documents/ALICEstudentpresentation.pdf
P.A.C.T.
Every year our P.A.C.T. group sponsors a grant award program for students who perform community service
hours. Students submit applications which describe the nature of their volunteer activities and awarded cash
scholarships from P.A.C.T. to be used for various school related expenses. Scholarship winners for the 20162017 school year include:
7th grade
6th grade
8th grade
Karli Chaudoir
Rachel Beau
Jonah Bouchard
Jordann Cruz
Amber Dunham
Jacob Breier
Casey Jepson
Brianna Fuss
Jayna Chaudoir
Jake Hendricks
Gaige Neuman
Benje Hencke
Lydia McMorrow
Alyssa Orstenga
Noah Jahnke
Izabelle Romandine
Emilie Planert
Yamine Cruz
Jillian Stoeklen
Josh Wiegman
Joey Jepsen
Blake Van De Hei
Pahyton Simpson
Taylan Wagner
Congratulations! I would also like to take this opportunity to recognize our parent support group (P.A.C.T.).
They help us in so many ways that often go unnoticed. Supportive parents + great teachers = A+ school.
THANK YOU for everything you do each and every year to support our school.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jim Finley, Principal
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Phantom Phundamentals Update
Students at West De Pere Middle School continue to impress the teachers and staff with their acts of character at school, in extracurricular programs, and at home. Here are a few recent examples of the way that our students are demonstrating strong character.
Sam Roffers, Grade 6, Displayed Citizenship & Respect. During WI Forward testing, Sam was walking in the hallway with some
classmates and reminded them to quiet down to not disrupt the testers.
Tyler Rodewald & Nathan Wesoloski, Grade 7, Displayed Citizenship when upon seeing a mess of crayons in the hallway after
school, Tyler and Nathan picked all of the crayons up and sorted them back into the box, even though they were not responsible for
the mess.
Jackson VanDenHeuvel, Grade 8, Exhibited Honesty & Courage when he let the teacher know he had put in the wrong score for his
test which had given him a higher grade for the grading period. He didn't have to say anything, but he did!
Washington D.C. Trip Info.
Optional 8th Grade Year Washington, D.C. Trip
Throughout the school year, there will be opportunities for students in all grades to fundraise to help support their 8th grade DC trip if
they choose to participate.
If your 6th or 7th grade son/daughter is interested in participating in the DC trip, please contact Ms. Bosdeck at
[email protected] with your child’s name and parent/guardian contact information (email or phone).
8th Graders
May 12, 2017 will be the last day for fundraising.
Current Washington, D.C. Fundraisers
INSERVICE DATES
Gas Cards
Pleaseinmake
note of
the following
in-service
dismissal
times:
Shell Gas Cards are available
the middle
school
office. Students
earn dates
8% onand
every
card sold.
Bring cash or check (payable to West
De Pere Middle School) to the middle school office for purchase. We carry $50 or $100 cards. (Please include your child’s name on
May 5
Dismissal @ 11:00 AM
the check/envelope.)
Seroogy Candy Bars
Seroogy candy bars are available for fundraising. (Cases cost $72 each and students will earn $36 towards their trip per box. Cases
may be purchased through the MS office.)
Washington D.C. Information
For more information - https://sites.google.com/a/wdpsd.com/washington-d-c/
French Club News: Poisson d’avril!
French Club students gathered on Thursday, April 6 to celebrate the French holiday, Poisson d’avril. Poisson d’avril
occurs every year on April 1 and is the French version of April Fool’s Day. The April Fool’s Day tradition stems from
the 16th century when King Charles XIV switched France to the new Gregorian calendar. Prior to this, New Year’s had
been celebrated from March 25 to April 1, according to the Roman calendar. Those who hadn’t heard about the move
or who chose to continue to celebrate New Year’s on April 1 were made fun of as ‘fools’. In France, the common practical joke is to place a paper fish on the back of an unsuspecting ‘fool’ and yell “Poisson d’avril!” when the fish is discovered. At the French Club event, students decorated paper fish to display in the French classroom throughout the
month of April, and they enjoyed goldfish crackers and Swedish fish as a treat.
The next French Club event will be held on Thursday, May 11 from 2:45-3:45 p.m. in the French classroom. We will end the year
with a French kahoot and ice cream social!
Back to School Store
If you are currently eligible for free and reduced lunch and will be in 6th through 12th grade in the 2017-2018 school year, you are
eligible to receive a free backpack from the “Back to School Store”. The backpacks include the basic school supplies needed to start
the school year. The Green Bay Service League has allotted 40 backpacks for the School District of West De Pere. If you are interested in receiving a backpack please call Maureen Mommaerts at (920)338-5200 x8038 by May 19, 2017 for further information.
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Important Middle School Dates
May 4
May 5
May 5
May 8-12
May 9
May 12
May 12
May 18
May 22
May 23
Athletic Grade Check
Early Release @ 11:00 a.m.
Talent Show 7pm @ HS
Spring Spirit Week
PACT Mtg. @ MS 6:30
Spring Pep Assembly
MS Spring Dance
Athletic Grade Check
Spring Choir Concert @ HS
6th, 7th & 8th Gr. @ 7 p.m.
NJHS Induction 6:30 p.m.
May 25
May 29
May 29
May 30
May 31
May 31
June 1
June 2
June 2
Spring Band Concert @ HS
6th, 7th & 8th Gr. @ 7 p.m.
No School (Memorial Day)
Memorial Day Parade—8th Gr. Band
8th Gr. Class Trip
8th Gr. Promotion 7 p.m.
8th Gr. Promotion Dance
6th Gr. Class Trip Badger Sports Park
7th Gr. Class Trip to The Gutter
Last Day of School
8th Grade Promotion
On Wednesday, May 31, West De Pere Middle School will honor our 2017 8th grade students at a ceremony in the High School Field House at 7:00 p.m. In honor of the students, the West De Pere Middle School
PACT is sponsoring a social immediately following the ceremony for the 8th graders and their immediate
family. A celebration dance will be held from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the High School Commons.
Medication Reminder
All medications kept at school for students MUST BE PICKED UP BY A PARENT BY JUNE 2ND. No medications will
be left in the office over the summer. All medicines not collected by parents will be discarded.
INSERVICE DATES
Please make
National Geographic
Beenote of the following in-service dates and dismissal times:
7th grader Chris Coolidge participated in the State Geography Bee in Madison on Friday, March
May 5
11:00Rounds
AM of competition, Chris
31. After participating in the Classroom,
Grade Dismissal
Level and @
School
was deemed the Geography Bee champion. Next he took a test from National Geographic to
qualify for the State competition. His high score qualified him for the state round. We have not
had an individual qualify for the State competition for many years! Chris represented West De
Pere Middle School very well by answering 6 out of 8 questions correctly in the preliminary
round. Congratulations Chris!
Book Fair
This year's Scholastic Book Fair was a huge success!! We were able to purchase a variety of new books for the library. We
also exceeded our goal of $100 and raised $125 on our All for Books Campaign. We used the $125 to purchase books for the
Golden House. Thank you to everyone who volunteered and helped out with the Book Fair!!! See you next year!
UW Madison's Camp Badger
This year 5 seventh grade students applied to UW Madison's Camp Badger. This program is an engineering outreach program
that targets students who are interested in a math and/or science related career. This summer they will spend a week at UW
Madison exploring different types of engineering and different career options based on these fields. They will also get to experience life on a college campus while living in student dorms! Congratulations to the following students who applied and were
accepted!
Alek Kralovec
Scout Lex
Ryan Gorzlancyk
Eli Roskom
Kaden Van Price
Thank you for representing West De Pere!
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Middle School Newsletter
Athletic Information for 2017-2018 School Year
In preparation for the 2017-2018 school year, please be advised of the following information regarding participation in athletic activities in
grades 5 – 8.
Sport Offerings:
5th Grade: Boys & Girls Basketball, Wrestling (Winter)
6th Grade: Soccer & Cross Country (Fall)
Boys & Girls Basketball & Wrestling (Winter)
Track & Field (Spring)
7th & 8th Grade: Football, Volleyball, Soccer, & Cross Country (Fall)
Boys & Girls Basketball & Wrestling (Winter)
Track & Field (Spring)
To participate in sports for the 2017-2018 school year, all athletes (grades 5-8) must complete the following before they can practice or
participate: (Forms can be found on the website www.wdpsd.com, click on Middle School, Athletics, Athletic Forms or forms are available
at the middle school office.)
• CURRENT PHYSICAL (No less than every other year with April 1st as the earliest date) on or after April 1st of 2016
• Completed EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION AGREEMENT – Medical Insurance Required (must be updated
yearly)
• Completed CONCUSSION FORM (must be updated yearly)
• View the mandatory Code & Rules Video (done individually by each athlete in the family AND a parent/legal guardian),
while a student at Westwood, Hemlock Creek, or West De Pere Middle School.
Note: If you completed a Code & Rules meeting/video previously, you do not need to complete again!
The Code and Rules video is available for review online – go to www.wdpsd.com, click on Middle School, Athletics, Code of Conduct
and click on the video and survey link (survey must be submitted to record your session).
August 21
August 22
August 23
September 4
September 5
October 19
October 26
January 2
January 2
March 1
April 2
April 4
Important Dates for the 2017-2018 Athletic Year:
2:00 pm – Football Equipment Handout 8th Graders – Commons
3:00 pm – Football Equipment Handout 7th Graders – Gym
4-5:30 First Practice – Helmets, Shorts, Jerseys
3:00-5:30 pm – Football Practice
3:00 pm Mandatory Weigh-In Date for all Football Players
Labor Day Holiday – no practices
Practice Begins – Cross Country 2:45-4:00 pm / Football – 2:45-5:00 pm / Soccer – 2:45-4:30 pm
Volleyball – 2:45-4:30 pm
Boys’ Basketball Practice Begins
8th – MS, 4:30-6pm; 7th – MS, 2:45-4:20pm; 6th – HC, 3:00-4:30pm; 5th – WW, 3:30-5pm
Note: The bus will take Grade 6 to HC and return for a 4:45 pick up at the middle school. Grade 5, HC will be bussed
to WW after school, no return bus.
Parent Teacher Conferences
Girls’ Basketball Practice Begins
8th – MS, 4:30-6pm; 7th – MS, 2:45-4:20pm; 6th – HC, 3:00-4:30 pm; 5th – WW, 3:30- 5pm
Note: The bus will take Grade 6 to HC and return for a 4:45 pick up at the middle school. Grade 5, HC will be bussed
to WW after school, no return bus.
Wrestling Practice Begins – 3:00 – 5:15pm at HC. 6-8 Graders will be bussed to HC from M.S. 5th graders will be
bussed from WW to HC. 6 – 8th return to MS.
Parent Teacher Conference Night
7/8 Track Practice Begins – 2:45-4:30 pm
6th Track Practice Begins—2:45-4:30 pm
Parents of Athletes: Contact information: Please make sure the school’s office has updated contact information on file. The information
that is in PowerSchool will be used to contact you for events and notifications. Text Messages: Due to FCC regulation changes, in order to
receive text messages on your mobile device each device will need to text "Y" or "Yes" to 68453. This will enable your device to receive
important messages from your child's school. If you wish to stop receiving messages at any time simply text "Stop" to 68453. Go to
www.wdpsd.com, Parents, Parent Notification and follow instructions.
PLEASE GO TO WWW.BAYCONFERENCE.ORG FOR PRACTICE/GAME SCHEDULES.
SIGN UP ON “NOTIFY ME” TO RECEIVE ANY CHANGES MADE TO THE SCHEDULE
For a tutorial on bayconference.org, go to www.wdpsd.com, click on Middle School then Athletics, then Bay Conference Tutorial Sheet.
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Choir News
Talent Show: West De Pere Middle School will hold it’s second annual talent show on Friday, May
5. Participants will put on two performances on May 5. The first show will be for all of the sixth grade students
at 8:20 a.m. and the second show will be at 7:00 p.m. for friends, family and community members. Flute choir,
the Vocal A Cappella Group, and Drumline will perform as well as dancers, singers and instrumentalists. This is
a free show and well worth the time to come and see what wonderful, talented students we have at the middle
school.
Congratulations to the choir and band students who made it to State solo/ensemble. These students will be
performing on Saturday, May 6 at UWGB.
Musical Theater Vocal Solo: Amelia Gibbons, Jack Gibbons, and Megan Schauer
Vocal Solo: Garrett Prechter, Reese Radloff, Izabella Romandine and Kyleigh Weller
Classical Guitar Solo: Yury Bogdanov
Saxophone Quintet: Ryan Gorzlancyk, Emma Schepp, Kaden Van Price, Cerese Voyles and Marena Wood
Spring Choir Concert:
The spring choir concert will take place on Monday, May 22 at 7:00 p.m. at West De Pere High School. Students
should report to the high school warm up rooms by 6:40 p.m. Concert clothing is highly recommended for this
event. Students should wear black on the bottom and white on top with pink or blue accents. If possible, students
should have black shoes or sandals and not tennis shoes or flip flops. This concert is a requirement for the choir
students and is a part of their grade so every effort should be made for each choir student to be attend. Please
contact Mrs. Ribbens with any questions or concerns.
PACT 8th Grade Promotion Reception
8th grade promotion is Wednesday May 31st, 2017. PACT will be looking for volunteers for the 8th grade promotion reception, and during the dance following the ceremony. We will be needing parent volunteers to work the
night of the promotion and/or getting supplies prior to the promotion.
We will need minimum the following volunteers the night of the ceremony:
6 volunteers to set up 3:30 – 7pm
4 volunteers from 7 – 8:30pm
3 volunteers 8:30 – 10:30
Volunteer sign up can be done on the following website: http://signup.com/go/hbjHu8
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com: http://signup.com/go/hbjHu8
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.
Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address,
please contact me and I can sign you up manually.
Event chairpersons are Jennifer Golueke, Jill Gray, and Sue Planert. If you have questions regarding volunteering
your time, please contact us at [email protected]. Thank you for your support for this amazing night to
celebrate our 8th grade students!!
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Art Corner
Congratulations to all the students who won for 2-Dimensional work at the Art Show: Anna Gonzales-Hooper, Katie Kliment, Jennie
Crandall, Hannah Bauer, Ellie Gauthier, Scout Lex, Jaci Mannisto, Jade Ricker, Jazmiera Maloney, Alex Debauche, Eliza Aitken, Kaden
Van Price, Jillian Stoeklen, Hailey Janssen, Luke Janquart, Emma Feldhausen, Carley Maas, Serena Truong, Max Suri, Maggie Martin,
Kaitlyn Wunderlich, Rylee Skenadore, Marena Wood and Maddie Zirbel. These were winners for 3-Dimensional work: Alyssa Ostrenga,
Grace Collar, Vaughn Gerrits, Yasmine Cruz, Camryn Baciak, Jazmira Maloney, Eva Westein, Grace Hartjes, Cadence Dugre, Savannah
Gebert, Brianna Fuss, Ellie Finley, Morgan Hansel, Braylen Zirbel, Camryn Baciak, Jennie Crandall, Nathan Wesoloski, Megan Schauer,
Carter Dugre, Eliza Aitken and Ethan Neuens. And the Best Overall Artist Winner was: Christina Qui
Thank you to all the Art Club students who helped set-up the Art Show, working the show and taking everything down. It was such a success, I really appreciated all your hard work!
Thank you to all the Band and Chorus performances. The night was not complete without your music playing in the background!
Thank you to Mrs. Ribbens, Mr. Schepp, Dr. Finley, Mr. Dolan, Ms. Bloomer, Wally, Mrs. Parham, Mrs. DeVillers and Terry Schneider
for helping make the Art Show successful! Everyone helps with their small part to make the show run smoothly.
The Art Club will have their “End-of-the-Year” party on Monday, May 8th after school in Mrs. Schlatter’s Art room until
3:30pm. Students who are in Art Club and who would like to participate, please bring $3 to Mrs. Schlatter by May 5th. Money will go
toward pizza, chips, cookies and juice! It has been a fun year and I hope to see you in Art Club next year!
The High School will have an Art Show, showcasing High School artwork at the end of May. It is a wonderful night of showing off the
talent of high school students!
“Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.” – Scott Adams
French Students Experience French History and Food
Eighth grade French students traveled to Milwaukee on April 19, 2017 to experience Milwaukee’s French history and food. The day’s
events were coordinated by Milwaukee-based company, Milwaukee Food & City Tours. On the tour, students were escorted by Milwaukee-native tour guides and made the following stops:
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Pere Marquette Park : Students heard an overview of Milwaukee history.
St. Joan of Arc Chapel on the Marquette University campus: This chapel was originally built in France in the 15th century,
was moved to Long Island, New York in 1927, and was later relocated to Milwaukee in 1964. While in New York, the
famous Joan of Arc Stone was added to the church. According to legend, Joan of Arc prayed before a statue of Mary, the
mother of Jesus, while standing on this stone. At the end of her prayer, she would kiss the stone. Ever since, it has been
colder than the stones surrounding it.
Café Benelux in the historic Third Ward: Students enjoyed frites and dipping sauces.
Lake Park Bistro: Students enjoyed a traditional French meal of beef bourguignon.
North Shore Boulangerie: Students enjoyed traditional French croissants and had the opportunity to purchase other traditional French baked goods.
Students had a great time on the trip and were accompanied by French teachers, Madame VDB and Madame Sternig, as well as by parent
chaperons, Madame Hecker and Madame McKeon.
West De Pere Middle School PACT Meeting Minutes – April 13th, 2017
Attendees: Jill Gray, Theresa Jahnke, Sue Planert, Christina Hendricks, Julie VanDyck, Michelle Wagner,
Jennifer Golueke, JJ & Natasha Simpson, Jim Finley
Approval for Treasurer’s Report – approved by Christina H., and Michelle W.
Approval for Secretary’s Report – approved by Julie V., and Christina S.
WEST DE PERE
SCHOOL DISTRICT
West De Pere Middle School
1177 S. Ninth St.
De Pere, WI 54115
(920) 337-1099
West De Pere High School
665 Grant St.
De Pere, WI 54115
(920) 338-5200
Westwood Elementary
1155 Westwood St.
De Pere, WI 54115
(920) 337-1087
Hemlock Creek Elementary
1900 Williams Grant Dr.
De Pere, WI 54115
(920) 425-1900
Phantom Knight School of
Opportunity
400 Reid St., Suite W
De Pere, WI 54115
(920) 425-1915
District Office
400 Reid St., Suite W
De Pere, WI 54115
(920) 337-1393
We’re on the Web
www.wdpsd.com
8th Grade Promotion: On May 31st at 7pm. Jill G., Sue P., & Jennifer G., are organizing. Per Jill G., will use
signup.com for volunteers. It was suggested to setup only cookies and water after ceremony then setup food
later.
PACT Scholarship Updates: Per Christina H., waiting on Schneider check. Mailing out letters to the winners
when the check arrives. Christina H., Jill G., and Theresa J., met to revise forms. Approved.
Fundraiser Updates:
3on3 Basketball Tournament – Per Jill G., the 50/50 raffle didn’t go over well, looking into area businesses for baskets. Will check with raffle rules on whether you need to be present or not. Talking
about having the tournament be a two day event. May need to hire officials. We will discuss dates at
next meeting.
Front Office Staff Appreciation: Sue P., will pick up gift certificates and Christina S., will drop off cards on
April 24th.
Student of the Month Lunch: Per Jim F., lunch will be in May. Approved $500.
Open Floor:
• Theresa J., asked if PACT can put something together for students that lost an immediate family member.
Jim F., suggested to have a Community Caring Program and to contact the middle school Guidance Counselor.
• Julie V., suggested to sign up for concessions at the Resch Center for another fundraiser for the DC Trip.
She will give Jim F., the information on it.
Motion adjourn, Natasha S., seconded by Julie VanDyck.
Next PACT meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 9th at 6:30pm in the Middle School Library.
Careers/Entrepreneur/Family and Consumer Sciences
A great deal of learning has taken place this year in the grade 6-8 Careers/Entrepreneur/Family and Consumer
Science classes. We are most appreciate of all the business and community partnerships that have engaged our
students in authentic real-world learning. Thank you!
*Schneider National
*Woodside Manor
*Great Harvest Bread
*St. Vincent de Paul
*Festival Foods
*Paul’s Pantry
Junior Achievement
We are proud to announce the following volunteers and businesses supporting JA at West De Pere Middle for
the 2016-2017 school year in 6th , 7th and 8th grade Careers/Entrepreneur/Family and Consumer Science classes.
April Worm, Ameriprise Auto & Home Insurance
Michelle Johnson, Schreiber Foods
Jason Kallio, Humana Inc.
Andy Thyes, Schreiber Foods
Stacey Sinkula, Humana Inc.
Susan Bessert, Humana Inc.
Debbie McDermid, Integrys Energy Services
Allyson Watson, Brown County Extension
Andy Lemorande, Health Field / Law Related Field
Jilayne Robinson, Salm Partners
Michael Mueller, Cellcom
Alicia Schram, Alzheimer’s Association
Anthony Schaffer, Ameriprise Auto & Home Insurance
Tracy Pristelski, Schneider National
Lyndsey Tilot, Schneider National
Stacie Bryant, Inovalon
Cory Geurts, Ameriprise Auto & Home Insurance
Amy Becker, PAi-Plan Administration, Inc
Marie Petrasko, Humana, Inc.
Matt Sullivan, Express Employment Professionals