WAUSAU EAST HIGH SCHOOL
October 2016
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Wausau East High School Parent Newsletter
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,
Wausau East High School
2607 N 18th Street
Wausau, WI 54403
On behalf of all of the Lumberjack staff and Wausau East High School, it is
indeed my pleasure to say to all of you Happy October. We’re already
through our 2016 Homecoming Week festivities, and our fall sports and
other extracurricular events are already well into this season’s campaigns.
For those of you whose children are in their ninth grade year and new to the
experience at Wausau East, I hope the transition to the high school setting
has been a smooth and positive one. For those of you who are familiar with
East due to having children attend in the past, I hope this year’s start has
been the finest yet!
Office Hours:
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 715-261-0650
Fax: 715-845-2913
Attendance: 715-261-0690
Counseling: 715-261-0677
Athletics: 715-261-0655
Website:
east.wausauschools.org
Principal:
Dr. Bradley J. Peck
Associate Principal,
Programming:
Mr. Joe Svitak
Associate Principal,
Student Services:
Mr. Jason Sinz
Athletic Director:
Mr. Greg Harvey
Inside this issue:
Not on My Campus
2
Dream Big Grant
3
New Staff
4-5
Lumberjack Pride
6
Student Services News
7
Food Service News
8
Costa Rica 2017
8
Barrage Concert
9
Dept. News
10-12
DECA News
12
Career Center/
13-15
Counseling
You might’ve noticed that there’s a new person in the Associate Principal – Student Services
position at Wausau East this year – the new smiley, bald guy. Even though I’ve had an
opportunity to meet a good number of you at school and/or school functions during August and
September, I wanted to share a little bit about myself and my family now that we’re all into the
hustle and flow of a new school year. My name is Jason Sinz, and I am incredibly honored to
be serving as your new Associate Principal – Student Services. Wausau has been home for
the past nine years while I’ve taught English/Language Arts classes to sophomores through
seniors and coached football and track at Wausau West. During the past five summers, I
served as an Assistant Principal for the Wausau School District’s programming that brings
together students from East and West. Prior to my Wausau time, I taught (and coached
football, basketball and track) for eleven years in St. Croix Falls, WI. I also grew up locally,
having been a part of the 1991 graduating class at Edgar High School. My college days were
spent at UW – Madison cheering wildly at Camp Randall as a committed Badger backer, so I
DO like wearing red and white!
My wife Amber and I have three children we battle and grow with daily: Sophie is in her sixth
grade year at John Muir, Celia is in her fourth grade year at Stettin, and Tate is a kindergartner
at Stettin. Amber currently stays at home to run our household, but she had worked as a
school counselor prior to more recently providing in-home day care for others while watching
our own children. Know that I am very familiar with the challenges of school-aged children and
convincing them that mom and dad and school all have their best interests in mind; I will partner
with you to reinforce that daily!
I know from my conversations and meetings thus far with students, staff at every level, and the
team of administrators that East is a school committed to excellence. A commitment to safety,
academic achievement, character development, and a sense of belonging and community are
clearly priorities at Wausau East High. Please be assured that my commitment is to honor the
accomplishments of East and to contribute to even greater successes in the future.
Please enjoy taking some time reviewing the “Notes Home” newsletter, as it provides a wealth
of important information regarding upcoming events, classroom and school activities updates,
and parent and community activities. Again, I want to reinforce my hopes that 2016-2017 at
Wausau East High will be the best school year yet. Please do not hesitate to stop by my office
or give me a call if I can assist you in any way. Best wishes to you and your family, and “Go
Lumberjacks!”
Sincerely,
Jason M. Sinz
Associate Principal – Student Services
(715) 261 – 0651; [email protected]
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Bullying? Not On My Campus!
Lumberjack students started the 2016-17 school year by making a pledge that bullying of any kind would not
be tolerated in their school. Their signatures on the posters shown below signify their solidarity in standing
up to bullying to ensure that all East students feel accepted and valued and have a safe environment in
which to learn. Additional events are being planned for the school year that support this important message.
The posters read: I will stand up to ensure that all Lumberjacks have the opportunity to live and learn in an
environment free from bias and hate, where they feel safe, valued, included and accepted.
Link Crew Leaders,
Band Members,
Mr. Hornby, Tech Crew and
Freshman Homeroom Teachers
for making our Transition Day a success!
Our first day would not be possible without you!
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$100,000 Dream Big Teacher Challenge:
Vote Starting October 1 @
ThankAmericasTeachers.com
In late July, Wausau East Librarian Paula Hase was thrilled to find out Wausau East’s grant proposal
“Plugged in, Engaged, and Informed: Ownership of Learning through Video Production and
Journalism” was one of only 15 finalists nationwide for the Farmers Insurance $100,000 Thank America’s
Teachers Dream Big Teacher Challenge! Mrs. Hase
coordinated the efforts, creativity, and drive between
Elizabeth Kysely - Graphics Department, Kris Mela WETV News, and Kurt Hornby - WETV Sports to write
a proposal to convert our outdated analog
broadcasting lab into a new, state-of-the-art 21st
century digital space. If Wausau East receives the
grant, we will be equipped to compete with some of
the best high school media labs nationwide. The
grant will provide additional access to computers,
create a sound booth, install professional grade
lighting, and many other features for students to use
both during and outside the school day. The lab will
Paula Hase (left) and Elizabeth Kysely (right)
also be used to educate Wausau School District staff
about multimedia tasks like the ability to record and edit video as well as manipulate photos. Community
members, too, will have the opportunity to learn basic editing skills and utilize the new technology using the
equipment for free as an outreach to the community.
Now we need your help to go from finalist to WINNER! Six schools total will be awarded a $100,000 grant
each by public vote. Throughout the month of October, our proposal summary video will be available online
for public review and vote. Please click on the highlighted link below, and vote daily during the month of
October. Vote once a day, each day, and if you have more than one email address, each email
address is counted as a separate vote. Help make our Dream Big Proposal a reality! Go Lumberjacks!
VOTE HERE: ThankAmericasTeachers.com
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Justine Horvath - French Teacher
My name Is Justine Imelda Horvath and I am excited to be the new Wausau East High
School French teacher. I was born and raised in Benin, West Africa, where my education
began as a member of the Office Business Management Academy at Lycée CADMES. After
moving to the United States and getting married, I earned my Bachelor of Art and Master of
Science in Human and Community Resources from the University of Wisconsin - Stevens
Point. These degrees were key in my time with the Stevens Point Area School District where I
first began as a special education paraprofessional helping autistic and special needs
students. After various preschool and middle school substitute teaching positions, including summer school
programs with the Giselle Learning Center and UW-Stevens Point Youth in College funded by Stevens Point
Area School District Summer School Program where I taught French Culture and Literacy.
I also provided respite care on a regular basis, helping special needs families in their homes. I spent the last
five years as a French teacher for the Holmen School District where I was able to bring a new authentic
perspective to middle school youth. I was also fortunate to be able to plan and host an amazing trip this past
summer to France, after which I moved back to the area to be closer to my family and to take on the
tremendous opportunity of bringing my experiences and skills to Wausau East High as a French instructor. In
my free time I enjoy reading, crocheting, farming, cooking and baking. Spending time with my husband, five
children and my two grand children is certainly a handful and brings energy and light to my life! Most
importantly, I love traveling around the world and bringing back treasures of knowledge and memories.
I'm proud to now be a Lumberjack!
Vong Lao - Art Teacher
Hello, my name is Mr. Lao, and I am the new art teacher at Wausau East High School. My
educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Education – Professional
Development from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse. Prior to my journey here I taught
at Rib Mountain, South Mountain, and Stettin Elementary School. I enjoy spending time with
my wife and two sons (a two year old and a one year old) outside of my profession. It is an
honor and pleasure to be working along with other great educators and students. I look
forward to this new journey and I welcome any questions and/or concerns you may have.
Seth Clendenning - English Language Learner Teacher and Dept Chair
Greetings! My name is Mr. Seth Clendenning and I am proud to be a Lumberjack! I was
previously a Horace Mann Eagle for five years, teaching social studies and ESL. Now, I am
truly honored to take the torch from George Hagge as ELL Coordinator! A quick snapshot of
me: I taught English and social studies for three years in China, I speak Chinese, play various
guitars, coach volleyball, proclaim myself to be a technology guru, I geek out on board games
on the weekends, am an avid Tolkien and Star Wars fan, am father to two girls and a boy,
hail from Stevens Point (Yes, I’m a SPASH/UWSP graduate), master of an all-white Siberian
husky, and am excited to put students first! Thank you for welcoming me to the East family!
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Matt Natzke - Math Teacher
My name is Matt Natzke. I graduated from UWSP in May of 2016 with degrees in
Mathematics and Broadfield Social Science. This will be my first year teaching and I am very
excited to finally have my own classroom. I have multiple years of coaching experience in
wrestling and baseball, and enjoy pretty much any sport. My hobbies include, sports, fitness,
camping, coaching and demolition derbies. I am an easy going guy who likes to have fun and
I am looking forward to starting my journey here at Wausau East.
Katie Normand - Special Education Paraprofessional
My name is Katie Normand. I went to high school at Newman Catholic, and then went on to
study sign language at NTC. I started working as an Educational Interpreter for CESA 5
before coming to the Wausau School District. I have a wonderful husband, a son and two
stepchildren. During our free time we hunt, four wheel, and spend lots of family time
together. I am excited to get to know everyone at Wausau East!
Dana Schubring - Receptionist
My name is Dana Schubring and I am proud to say I am a Wausau East graduate class of
’93. My husband and I live here in Wausau and are raising four beautiful daughters. I am
excited to be back at East in this new role and hope you stop by to say hello!
Ken Smith - Special Education Paraprofessional
Hello, my name is Ken Smith. I graduated from Sussex Hamilton High School before
attending LaCrosse State University. A year later, I enlisted into the Marine Corps where I
became a weather observer. After being discharged, I attended Cal State Long Beach where
I earned a B.A. in Recreation Administration in 1978. Upon graduation, my wife and I, and
my two sons moved to the state of Washington. With little opportunities in recreation there, I
worked as a drywall finisher for the next 30 years. This is my fifth year as a special education
para. As a family, we look most forward to week-long fishing trips. My favorite activities are
biking, bowling, golf, and of course, fishing. Watching my four grandsons in youth and high school sports is at
the top of our list of things to do nowadays.
We also welcome our new school nurse, Julie Welch!
We extend a hearty Lumberjack welcome to all!
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Lumberjack Pride: Set Your Mind on Success!
Wausau East PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) has a new name--Lumberjack
Pride! Lumberjack Pride is our school-wide system for defining, teaching and supporting appropriate student
behaviors in an effort to create a positive school environment. This behavior management plan is a continuum
of positive behavior supports for all students at Wausau East, and it is implemented in all areas of the school
(commons, auditorium, restrooms, classrooms, bus, etc). Our Lumberjack Pride Team looks forward to
another year of working toward the Wausau East Mission "to positively impact the future by helping
students reach their full potential in a rigorous learning environment of respect, integrity, compassion
and excellence."
One component of Lumberjack Pride is the positive acknowledgement
system. A positive acknowledgement is the presentation of something rewarding
immediately following a behavior. The acknowledgement makes the behavior more
likely to occur again in the future and is a powerful tool for shaping and changing
behavior. At Wausau East, teachers, administrators, counselors and support staff
present Lumberjack Pride tickets (see the examples) to
students exhibiting behaviors that exemplify the
Wausau East core values of respect, integrity,
compassion and excellence. Students can then use their tickets to enter a weekly
drawing for prizes including Wausau East items, Bath and Body Works products,
$5 gift cards and more. New this year, students may also contribute their Pride
tickets to the compassion bucket. The number of tickets in the bucket will
determine the value of a monetary donation to a local charity selected by the
student body.
Honoring Our Lumberjack Armed
Service Members
In celebration of Veterans Day, the Lumberjack Pride Team wants to create a
presentation featuring Wausau East staff, students, alumni and their family
members who have dedicated themselves to service in the Armed
Forces. We would like the following information.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Your name
The name of the service member you would like to recognize. (Include rank and rating if possible)
The service member's relationship to you. (He/she is my . . . . aunt, brother, son, etc.)
The branch of the military in which he/she serves
For Wausau East alumni, year of graduation.
A photo of the service member, in uniform, if possible
Please forward this information to [email protected], or take it to the East High School main office
in care of Paula Hase. Please make sure to include your contact information so that we may return your
precious photos to you, or we can scan your photograph on site, if you would prefer.
In addition, we would like to videotape the thoughts of some of our service members on the importance of the
core values of respect, integrity, compassion and excellence, many of which are key components in the oaths
of branches of service. Please contact Paula Hase at [email protected] or 715-261-0650 X23175
if you are interested.
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Picture
Re-take Day
LifeTouch will be here on
Tuesday, October 11, from
7:00 am until 3:00 pm, in
the Black Box to take
pictures of students who
were not available during
the August registration
days or the first day of
school. Students who
wish to order picture
packages may also do so
at this time.
Annual Senior Picture
The Senior Class of 2017 will have their annual
photo taken on Thursday, November 3, during
homeroom, 1:20-1:35 PM, in the gymnasium. Order
envelopes will be distributed in senior lockers
during the week of October 24-26. If placing an
order, please bring envelope back on November 3.
If you have any questions or concerns, please
contact Ms. Hollander at 715-261-0651.
Class Rings
Jostens will be here on Thursday, November 3, during homeroom (1:20-1:35 pm) to speak with sophomores
in the auditorium regarding class rings. Students will be given packets to bring home to parent/guardians to
discuss options. Jostens will also be here on Tuesday, November 8, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm and again at 3:00
- 5:00 pm in the front foyer for parents/students to place an order for rings. The make-up date will be Friday,
November 11, from 2:30 - 4:00 pm.
Extra ring packets will be available in Student Services. If you have any questions or concerns, please call
Ms. Hollander at 715-261-0651.
Graduation...Attention Seniors and Parents!
Graduation 2017 will be here before we know it, so now is the time to start
thinking about graduation. Jostens will be here on Thursday, November 3,
during homeroom, 1:20 - 1:35 pm, in the gymnasium to present seniors with
an informational packet and answer any graduation questions. Seniors will be
asked to take this informational packet home and share with parents.
Jostens will be here from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm and again from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
on Tuesday, November 8, to take orders. A make-up date is Friday,
November 11, from 2:30 - 4:00 pm in the front foyer. A $30 deposit is
suggested for an order. Extra graduation packets will be available in Student
Services if seniors are unable to attend on November 3. If you have any questions or concerns, please call
Ms. Hollander at 715-261-0651.
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Wausau School District Meal Account Procedures
Insufficient Secondary Student Account Balances
Parents/guardians are required and expected
to maintain a positive balance in their child’s account.
The Wausau School District Nutrition Services Department uses an automated meal accounting system to
record breakfast, lunch, and a la carte transactions and to monitor all meal account transactions. Students are
issued a meal account ID number upon enrollment with the Wausau School District (WSD). In addition,
students are issued a meal card with their ID number to access their individual account for all purchases.
This meal system functions as a debit system, similar to a checking account and requires parents/guardians
or students to prepay into the account and to maintain a positive balance.
Automated phone calls and emails are sent to households via SchoolMessenger® on Monday and
Thursday evenings when the account falls below $10.00. Accounts with a zero balance or balance above
$10.00 will not receive phone messages.
Secondary Students: When the meal account reaches a negative balance, students will receive a light meal
costing $1.00. Light meals will be provided until the account reaches - $10.00. At - $10.00 and greater, the
meal account will be put on hold until the negative balance is paid. The parent/guardian will be required to
provide a meal from home. Light meals consist of a sandwich, fruit, and milk.
- $10.00 balances and greater: Parents/guardians will be contacted by the Nutrition Services office, school
guidance counselor/social worker and/or principal to offer assistance in completing a Free and Reduced Meal
Application or determine if special assistance to the family is needed.
Questions regarding this policy may be directed to the Director of Nutrition Services, Lee Nielsen at 715/2610806 or [email protected]
Costa Rica 2017
This year’s juniors and seniors enrolled in Spanish are invited
to travel with our school group to Costa Rica during spring
break 2017 (March 22-30). The itinerary is packed with a
plethora of cultural activities. On this trip students will see
sloths and quetzals as we drive through the cloud forest in
Braulio Carillo National Park; look for manatee, caimans, and
spider monekys on a riverboat journey in Tortuguero; hike and take a boat tour through Tortuguero National
Park; view the Arenal Volcano and take a dip in the hot pools at its base in La Fortuna; splash in the
swimming hole beneath the La Fortuna Waterfall; see the famous ox-carts in Sarchí and more! Click here to
view the trip website. Please contact Señora McCallum with any questions.
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English Language Learner News
Nyob zoo txog ib tsoom niam txiv Hmoob thiab tsoom me yes kawm ntawv txhua tus. Zoo siab txais tos nej
tuaj rau Wausau East High School xyoo 2016-17. Xyoo tshiab no peb muaj ib tug kws qhia ntawv hu ua Seth
Clendening los hloov Mr. Hagge vim Mr. Hagge retire tsis ua hauj lwm lawm. Yog li no peb txoj kev ua hauj
lwm pab cov me nyuam hauv ELL Department tau hloov lawm thiab.
Yog nej leej twg hu tuaj rau peb hauv ELL Resource tej lub sij hawm yuav tsis muaj tus txawj lus Hmoob nrog
nej tham lawm nawj. Yog nej xav nrog Hmoob tham nej yuav tau tos tus teb xov tooj mam txuas nej mus rau
peb. Yog nej paub lus As Kiv ces nej kom tus neeg teb xov tooj sau nej cov lus thiab xov tooj tseg, peb mam
hu rau nej tom qab peb khoom.
Thov kom peb tsoom Hmoob txhua tus ntsib kev noj qab nyob zoo.
News from the English Department
The English Department Writing Lab is up and running for the 2016-2017
school year. Stop in to make an appointment for help on your writing
assignments. The Writing Lab is open before school from 7:00-7:30 and after
school from 3:15-4:00. We are here to help!
May 2016 IB Exam Results
In May, 2016, Wausau East’s ten full International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma students completed their twoyear program of advanced, college preparatory classes. Congratulations to William Ambord, Nikhiel Biswas,
Valerie Condon, Jon Decker, Natalie Magnusson, Alex Miller, Ellicia Myles, Olivia Roeske-Kretzer, Abigail
Sann and Emily Witt. Nine of the ten students earned their IB Diploma with an average score of 32 out of 45
possible points. A minimum score of 24 points must be earned on the student’s six exams, CAS, Extended
Essay, and Theory of Knowledge course to qualify for the IB Diploma.
East High School had 322 juniors and seniors enroll in at least one IB class. Many of these students also
chose to take individual IB exams, and will receive IB Certificates for successfully completing these exams.
In May, 73 Wausau East students sat for 141 IB exams. Students examined in the following subjects:
English, French, Spanish, German, History, Psychology, Anthropology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math SL
and Math Studies. Three students earned a 7, which is the highest grade possible. Jon Decker earned a 7 in
English Literature while Connor Erickson earned a 7 in Math Studies SL and Alex Miller earned a 7 in
Mathematics SL. Overall, 82% of East’s students passed their IB exams. Congratulations to all!!
Parent Meeting - IB Exam Registration
Should your junior or senior son/daughter register for the IB exams? How and when do they register?
What is the cost? To clarify these questions and others, please come to the IB exam informational
meeting.
DATE:
TIME:
PLACE:
Monday, October 3, 2016
6:30 p.m.
Large Group Room, D110
If you have questions, please call or email Mike Fischer at
715-261-0650, ext. 23274 or [email protected]
Only parents of juniors or seniors who have questions
about the May 2017 IB exams need attend.
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International Baccalaureate Exam Registration
October 3 - 26, 2016
Registration for the May 2017 IB exams will take place during the week of Monday, October 3 – Friday,
October 26. Be sure to mark your calendars because this is the only time you can register. You must
complete a registration form and pay by cash or check at the time of registration. Please make checks
payable to Wausau East High School. Registration fees are not refundable. The cost for each exam is
$114.
Examinations will be administered in accordance with IB regulations. This means that all students must take
each exam at the same time. As a result, exams take priority over school events.
If you have any questions, please contact Mike Fischer, 715-261-0650, ext. 23274, or by email,
[email protected]
May 2017 IB Exam Schedule
The IB exams will be held from Monday, May 1 through Friday, May 19. Please mark your calendars with the
appropriate exam dates listed below. These exam dates are not negotiable. The IB exams take precedence
over athletic events, other school activities, family vacations, etc. Make-up exams (retakes) are usually held
the following November. Exam locations along with the time the students will be released from class will be
distributed to students in mid-April.
Date
AM
PM
Monday, May 1
No Exam
Biology Paper 1 & 2
Tuesday, May 2
Biology Paper 3
No Exam
Wednesday, May 3
No Exam
English Paper 1
Thursday, May 4
English Paper 2
All Math Paper 1
Friday, May 5
All Math Paper 2
No Exam
Monday, May 8
No Exam
German Paper 1
Tuesday, May 9
German Paper 2
History Paper 1 & 2
Wednesday, May 10
History Paper 3
No Exam
Thursday, May 11
No Exam
Chemistry Paper 1 & 2
Friday, May 12
Chemistry Paper 3
All Psychology Paper 1
Monday, May 15
All Psychology Paper 2 & 3
All Physics Paper 1 & 2
Tuesday, May 16
All Physics Paper 3
Spanish Paper 1
Wednesday, May 17
Spanish Paper 2
Anthropology Paper 1
Thursday, May 18
Anthropology Paper 2
French Paper 1
Friday, May 19
French Paper 2
No Exam
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How Do I Send a Transcript of My Student’s IB Exam Results
to a University?
If before June 10, your son/daughter submitted a request to the Diploma Programme coordinator on their
behalf, the coordinator was able to select up to six institutions worldwide, of which, no more than one
institution can be selected from Canada and one institution from the US. An admissions centre counts as one
request.
When results are released, they will be made available to institutes via an IB secure website, or will be mailed
a paper transcript of grades if the institution does not make use of this electronic service. A candidate’s first
six requests will be accepted without charge if submitted before the deadlines. Of this six, no more than one
institution can be selected from Canada and one institution from the US.
After July 5, IB graduates can request that their results are sent to a university directly by completing the
appropriate transcript request form electronically or sending it to the address provided on the form. A fee will
be charged for each additional request that is submitted regardless of whether any previous requests have
been made on your behalf. For further information on how to submit a request, please
visit http://www.ibo.org/informationfor/alumni/transcripts/
To submit your transcript request electronically, please visit: https://rrs.ibo.org/replacement_orders/
The IB transcript of grades will display the student’s full name, date of birth, the name of the school you
attended, the subjects which they were registered for and the grades achieved for each subject. Under no
circumstances should candidates reveal their PIN to universities or admission centres. -by IB Answers
Wausau East DECA
At the end of October, Wausau East DECA will hold our third
annual ‘Trick-or-Can’, where students collect non-perishable food
items from the surrounding neighborhoods. We will be distributing
bags on the 28th and
collecting the donations
Halloween night. Last
year we collected over
2,100 pounds of items for "The Neighbors Place"!
Interested in joining DECA? You can pay your $25 membership fee
to Mrs. Behnke in the Business Office. We're prepared for an exciting
year and hope you'll join us!
The Emerging Leaders Conference will take place November 6 - 7, in
the Wisconsin Dells. It is an overnight trip filled with tons of engaging
leadership activities and chances to meet other DECA members from
across the state! If you are an interested DECA member, please see
Ms. Ross for details.
Also, November is DECA month! To celebrate that, we are having DECA week November 14 - 18. To kick it
off, we are hosting DECA Dodgeball on Friday, November 11, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm in the gym. It's a lot of fun,
and this year....who will claim the traveling DECA Dodgeball trophy? Stay connected to social media for
details!
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College Rep Visits:
Counseling Department Staff
Juniors and seniors are encouraged to stop in the
Career Center to meet with college reps to gather
information on admission requirements, housing costs,
scholarships and more.
A calendar will be posted monthly that includes:
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Dates for college rep visits
Field trip information
Military recruiter visits
Informational seminar dates
Upcoming campus visits
FAFSA Fridays
Tutors Needed
The Wausau East Peer Tutoring Program is in need of
juniors or seniors willing to tutor during the school day or
before or after school.
Tutors should be available to work with students on a one
-to-one basis. The time commitment can be as minimal
as one resource period per week.
This is a great opportunity for students to volunteer here
at school and have a positive connection with another
student.
If your child would benefit from a student tutor, please
contact your child’s school counselor.
New this Year!
Financial Aid (FAFSA) is now
available beginning October 1.
Save the Date!
Financial Aid Parent Night
Wednesday, October 12 @ 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Wausau East Auditorium
Parents and students are encouraged to
attend.
Parents of seniors will receive an individual
letter reminding them of this seminar as the
date approaches.
Name, Title & Phone #
Alphabet
John Boulanger
Department Chair
715-261-0661
[email protected]
A-F
Missy Cayley
Counselor
715-261-0664
[email protected]
G - Mc
Alison Ongna
Counselor
715-261-0667
[email protected]
Me - R
Manee Vongphakdy
Counselor
715-261-0663
[email protected]
S-Z
Gina Walters
Guidance Secretary
715-261-0677
[email protected]
Sheila Frederick
Career Center Coordinator
715-261-0657
[email protected]
GET HELP PAYING FOR COLLEGE!!
FAFSA Fridays
Seniors: need help with your financial aid application?
Stop in the Career Center on FAFSA Fridays,
9:00 am - 3:00 pm for assistance.
Friday, October 21
Friday, November 11
Friday, December 2
You will need to bring the following for you AND your
parents:
 Social Security numbers
 Dates: birth, death, marriage, divorce
 2015 W-2’s & tax returns
 Recent bank balances & amounts of other income,
assets, stocks, etc.
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Scholarship News
Scholarship information, requirements and
applications for each scholarship are filed in the
“Scholarship Box’ in the Career Center.

AES Scholarship 2016: Due October 6

2016 Prudential Spirit of Community:
Due November 8

Elk’s National Foundation/Most Valuable Student:
Due November 30

More to come!
Check out the following websites for more
scholarships:
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com
www.collegeboard.com
Students: Check out the scholarships and deadlines at
the college/university you will be applying to.
Wausau East Needs Your Help!
For the last five years, there has been a Lumberjack
Closet at East which helps address clothing, hygiene
and various other needs of our students. We have
given away hundreds of items to students at
absolutely no cost to them!
We are looking for donations of gently used namebrand clothing, toiletries and other items you think a
teenager may want, but might not be able to afford.
So if your teenager has outgrown their clothes,
consider donating them to the Wausau East
Lumberjack Closet - because it will stay in our Eastside community.
Donations can be dropped off during school hours to
the Counseling Office. Cash donations are welcome
and can address special, unique needs that come up
periodically. If you have any questions, please
contact Manee Vongphakdy, 715-2610663. Donations may be tax deductible.
Attention Senior Parents
This fall semester, the East counselors would like
to meet with each senior on their caseload.
Please encourage your child to make an
appointment.
The purpose of the senior meeting is to complete
a credit check to ensure graduation requirements
are met and to discuss his/her plans after high
school. Based on the needs of your child, your
child’s counselor will provide information that will
help them prepare for their next adventure after
East High School!
The information will include two-four year college
programs, the college application process,
employment, armed services information, and
scholarships.
NCAA Eligibility Center
Division I/II Prospective College
Athletes
If a student intends to participate in intercollegiate
athletics at a Division I or II institution, he or she
must register and be certified by the NCAA
Eligibility Center. It is the student’s responsibility
to research college athletic programs and
carefully check and understand the NCAA
requirements.
Students may register during their junior or senior
year in high school on-line at
www.eligibilitycenter.org The student must
have their ACT or SAT test scores sent officially
to the Eligibility Center. The Counseling Office
should be notified of the registration process to
insure that official initial and final transcripts are
sent from the high school.
Since only approved Wausau East High School
core coursework will be considered for eligibility, it
is imperative that students take the appropriate
courses prior to graduation. Since the list may
change, the approved core coursework list should
be checked regularly. Students are responsible
for selecting their courses.
Students are encouraged to meet with their
counselor for additional information and
questions.
Web sites to visit: www.eligibilitycenter.org or
www.ncaa.org
October 2016
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So Many Tests...How Do I Know Which One to Take?
All juniors will be taking a free ACT Plus Writing test on February 28, due to
Wisconsin DPI testing requirements. These scores are official and can be sent to
colleges. The Work Keys test will be given on March 1. More to come on that!
Test
ACT
ACT Writing Test
Reasons to take
this test
Who takes it?
Planning to attend a 2nd semester juniors 4-year college,
recommended to take
university or technical in April or end of June.
college that requires
Seniors - initial or
the ACT
retake
Your university
requires it -
2nd semester juniors,
seniors
i.e. Marquette,
UM-Twin Cities,
UM-Duluth
SAT Reasoning and
Subject Tests
Planning to attend a 4- 2nd semester juniors,
year college,
seniors
university that requires
SAT or specific
subject tests
When is it offered?
What is the cost?
October 22, 2016
$42.50 No Writing
December 10, 2016
$58.50 Plus Writing
February 11, 2017
Additional fees apply if
you register late.
April 8, 2017
June 10, 2017
Register online at
www.actstudent.org
It is taken right after
the regular ACT; you
must register for both.
$58.50
November 5, 2016
For pricing and to
register:
sat.collegeboard.org
December 3, 2016
January 21, 2017
May 6, 2017
June 3, 2017
ASVAB
PSAT
Planning to enroll in
military or for career
exploration
Juniors and seniors
Practice for the SAT
Interested juniors
Required to be eligible
for the National Merit
Scholarship
December 6, 2016
Additional fees apply if
you register late.
FREE
Periods 1-4 @ East
October 19, 2016
Cost TBA
Periods 1-4 @ East
Register in the
Business Office
Students having difficulty paying the fee should see their counselor. Registration packets are available in the Counseling Office/Career
Center. ALL TESTS HAVE REGISTRATION DEADLINES - SOME UP TO A MONTH BEFORE THE TEST! Check websites for additional fees.
Wisconsin Students Go to College (WSG2C)
The WI Department of Instruction (DPI) is once again sponsoring a campaign to help students with the
college application process. The date at Wausau East this year is all day Tuesday, November 1, in
Room D204.
The goal of the program is to increase the number of first-generation and low-income students to pursue a
postsecondary education and to assist high school seniors in completing at least one admissions application
to a two or four year college, university or technical school.
Our goal is for every student in Wisconsin to have the opportunity to make a viable plan for their future.
All interested seniors are encouraged to sign up in the Wausau East Career Center.
Wausau East High School
October/November/December 2016
October
5
10
12
20
24
26
27-28
10th & 11th Grade Parent Meeting, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, Large Group Room (D110)
12th Grade Parent Meeting, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, Large Group Room (D110)
Financial Aid Parent Night, 6:00 pm, Auditorium
Parent/Teacher Conferences, 3:30 - 8:30 pm
All City String Festival, 7:00 pm, Auditorium
Parent/Teacher Conferences, 3:30 - 8:30 pm
Teacher Inservice, No Classes
November
7
Winter Sports Parent/Player Meeting, 6:30 pm, Auditorium
11
Fall Play, “Pride and Prejudice”, 7:00 pm, Auditorium
12
Fall Play, “Pride and Prejudice”, 7:00 pm, Auditorium
13
Fall Play, “Pride and Prejudice”, 1:00 pm, Auditorium
14
Fall Recognition Assembly, Special Schedule
23
Non-contract Day, No Classes
24 - 25 Thanksgiving Break, No Classes
There will be a new procedure for
scheduling parent/teacher
conferences. Please watch your
mail for this important information!
1 December
19
Music Dept. Concert, 7:00 pm, Auditorium
23Winter Break, No Classes
Jan 2
Mission Statement
The Mission of Wausau East High School is to positively impact the future by helping students reach their full potential in
a rigorous learning environment of respect, integrity, compassion and excellence.
WSD Continuous Nondiscrimination Notice
The Wausau School District does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy,
marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability. Federal law prohibits discrimination in education and
employment on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, or disability.
Anyone who believes that the Wausau School District has inadequately applied the principles and/or regulations of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section
504 or the Americans with Disabilities Act, may file a complaint with the WSD Equity Director at the Longfellow Administration Center, 415 Seymour
Street, Wausau, Wisconsin 54402-0359, or by telephone at 715-261-0500.
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civil, orientación sexual, o discapacidad física, emocional, mental o de aprendizaje. La Ley Federal prohíbe cualquier tipo de discriminación en la
educación y empleo por motivos de edad, raza, color, nacionalidad, sexo, religión o discapacidad.
Cualquier persona que crea que el Distrito Escolar de Wausau ha aplicado inadecuadamente los principios y/o reglas del Título VI, Título VII, Título IX,
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