markesan district schools newsletter

M
ARKESAN
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ISTRICT
S
CHOOLS
Volume 45-Number 1
NEWSLETTER
July 3, 2014
www.markesan.k12.wi.us
Referendum References
Know the facts. Know your options.
Referendum
vote is
August 12, 2014
If you vote YES
If you vote NO
Taxes will go down
Taxes will go down
Cuts will be made to:
Money will go towards:
Programs, Operations & Extracurriculars
Programs, Operations & Extracurriculars
School funding will run out and the
Markesan District Schools may close.
You will pay taxes
to a neighboring community
where the kids would attend class.
Tax money will support schools
in the Markesan community.
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MORE INFORMATION: www.markesan.k12.wi.us — click Referendum tab on left. WATCH for district mailings and booths at
local summer events. EMAIL the district with questions referendum@markesan.k12.wi.us REFERENDUM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS – Monday, July 28, after the Annual Meeting & Budget Hearing, Middle School multipurpose room
ABSENTEE VOTING
If you are a registered voter and want to vote by absentee ballot for the August 12, 2014 election, please contact your
local clerk by Thursday, August 7, 2014 to request a ballot or go to http://gab.wi.gov/forms/gab-121-english to fill in
and mail to your clerk by this same date. You can make an appointment to absentee vote in person in the clerk’s office
as late as Friday, August 8. Below is your municipality clerk contact information.
Municipality Clerks within the Markesan School District
City of Markesan
Patricia Prill
920-398-3031
Town of Alto
Roger Karsten
920-346-2734
Town of Buffalo
Donna Seddon
608-297-7939
Town of Fox Lake
Mason Zantow
920-763-7910
Town of Green Lake
Jennifer Pollesch
920-398-2419
Town of Kingston
Sonia Robson
920-394-2208
Town of Mackford
Sandy James
920-398-2693
Town of Manchester
Corrine Krueger
920-398-2295
Town of Marcellon
Dawn Bush
608-429-4072
Town of Marquette
Kathy Anastasi
920-394-2070
Town of Metomen
Cindy Sheskey
920-346-5866
Town of Montello
Eileen Napralla
608-297-7469
Town of Princeton
Jill Bartol
920-295-0347
Town of Scott
Renee Wendt
920-348-5110
Village of Fairwater
Karen Smit
920-346-5418
Village of Kingston
Kathy Jerome
920-394-3687
Village of Marquette
Deborah Flagel
920-394-9364
PO Box 352, Markesan, WI 53946
W12794 Oak Mound Rd, Brandon, WI 53919
N425 Fox Dr., Montello, WI 53949
PO Box 124, Fox Lake, WI 53933
N3633 Roy Creek Rd, Markesan, WI 53946
W6368 E Pine St., Dalton, WI 53926
W394 Cty Rd S, Markesan, WI 53946
W2715 Cty Rd S, Markesan, WI 53946
N9875 Dalton Rd, Pardeeville, WI 53954
306 Lyons St., Markesan, WI 53946
W12605 Sheldon Rd, Brandon, WI 53919
PO Box 463, Montello, WI 53949
W5201 Oxbow Trail, Princeton, WI 54968
W3552 Ross Rd, Cambria, WI 53923
PO Box 15, Fairwater, WI 53931
PO Box 193, Kingston, WI 53939
PO Box 61, Marquette, WI 53947
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING AND BUDGET HEARING
Notice is hereby given to the qualified electors of the School District of Markesan that on the 28th day of July,
2014 in the Markesan Middle School Multi-Purpose Room, the annual district budget hearing and the annual district
meeting will be held as follows:
1. 8:00 p.m. – budget hearing will be held in accordance with §65.90, Wisconsin Statutes.
2. Immediately following, the annual school district meeting will be held in accordance with §120.08, Wisconsin
Statutes.
Dated this 3rd day of July, 2014. Brad Krueger, School District Clerk
Revenue Fund
10
27
38
39
41
50
80
TOTAL
2014-2015 BUDGET SUMMARY
2012-13 Actual
2013-14 Budget
2013-14 Near Actual
$ 9,521,255.00
$ 9,660,222.00
$
9,616,849.00
$ 1,246,841.00
$ 1,226,092.00
$
1,101,411.00
$
97,647.00
$
99,273.00
$
99,273.00
$ 785,672.00
$ 792,275.00
$
792,275.00
$ 150,044.00
$ 150,000.00
$
150,000.00
$ 365,061.00
$ 387,030.00
$
356,342.55
$
41,500.00
$
41,500.00
$
41,500.00
$12,208,020.00
$12,356,392.00
$
12,157,650.55
2014-15 Budget
$ 8,700,376.00
$ 1,097,805.00
$
98,503.00
$ 794,150.00
$ 150,000.00
$ 386,109.00
$
41,500.00
$11,268,443.00
Expense Fund
10
27
38
39
41
50
80
TOTAL
2012-13 Actual
$ 9,160,112.00
$ 1,246,841.00
$
82,835.00
$ 797,800.00
$ 103,903.00
$ 387,508.00
$
35,580.00
$11,814,579.00
2014-15 Budget
$ 9,059,684.00
$ 1,097,805.00
$
98,923.00
$ 811,150.00
$ 150,000.00
$ 386,109.00
$
41,500.00
$11,645,171.00
2013-14 Budget
$ 9,259,509.00
$ 1,226,092.00
$
99,623.00
$ 808,400.00
$ 150,000.00
$ 387,030.00
$
41,500.00
$11,972,154.00
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2013-14 Near Actual
$
9,000,548.00
$
1,101,411.00
$
99,623.00
$
808,400.00
$
97,566.00
$
356,164.64
$
43,938.00
$
11,507,650.64
WEDNESDAY LATE START
Starting with the 2014-2015 school
year, late starts on Wednesdays will no
longer be in effect. Wednesdays will
have the same schedules as other days.
ELEMENTARY ORIENTATION DATES
Grades 4K & 5K
Monday, August 25 at 6:00 p.m.
Grades 1-5
Wednesday, August 27 at 6:00 p.m.
MS/HS OPEN HOUSE
The Open House for the middle and high school will be on
Tuesday, August 26 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
SCOPE
SCOPE would like to send out a giant THANK YOU to Shel
Zacharias, Owner of Leahy’s in Fairwater, for donating gift
certificates, chips, plates, napkins, cups, and so much more to
SCOPE for use at our events. Without donations like this,
SCOPE would not be able to do all that we do. Thanks Shel!
Also, SCOPE is looking for new members for the coming
school year! If you have been thinking about volunteering for
something but you just aren’t sure what to do or where to look,
come to the next meeting for SCOPE! We look forward to
your ideas and input! Our next meeting will be at 6:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, August 6, 2014 in the high school cafeteria.
COMING EVENTS FOR JULY
16 (W)-Summer School Ends
COMING EVENTS FOR AUGUST
4(M)-Football Equipment Handout 4:00
4(M)-Football Fitness Test 5:00-7:30
5(Tu)-Football Practice Begins 7:00 a.m.
6(W)-SCOPE Meeting 6:00
18(M)-Volleyball Player/Parent Meeting 6:00
25(M)-Grades 4K-5K Orientation 6:00
26 (Tu)-MS/HS Open House 6:00-8:00
27(W)-Grades 1-5 Orientation 6:00
BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING AGENDA
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Education of the Markesan District Schools is scheduled
for Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the middle school multi-purpose room.
Agenda items will include the following: handbooks, parent contract for transportation to nonpublic schools,
2013-2014 budget, 2014-2015 budget, referendum update and spring extra-curricular activity reports.
SUMMER READING ALERT!
“Children who do not read over the summer will lose more than two months of reading
Did you know? achievement. By the end of 6th grade, children who lose reading skills over the summer
will be two years behind their classmates.” --RIF (Reading is Fundamental)
Parents and students, PLEASE don’t let your reading slide this summer. Pick up any reading
material: magazines, newspapers, novels, picture books, cereal boxes, comics…..ANYTHING!
The key is to establish a routine that includes daily reading.
Did you know that there are amazing free resources available providing interesting reading
materials? YouTube and iTunes give you access to some great free audio books. Sit down with
a copy of the book before you, follow along, and listen as someone reads it aloud. Have a Kindle, iPad, or
personal computer? You can access free Ebooks through the Winnefox Library System if you have a library
card for one of the local libraries.
Some great websites exist that help you find new titles that will engage readers of all ages. Goodreads.com
is a free site that allows you to rate the books you’ve already read, make a list of books you want to read, and
get recommendations based on your previous reading habits. Barnesandnoble.com has a great opportunity.
Read eight books and record on a journal, and you will receive a free book. The website of your local library
will also provide great information on books and summer reading activities.
Students, keep those “reading muscles” limbered up! Going back to school in
September will be a better experience because you will be in better shape. Parents,
help them do so by making reading a priority this summer.
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KURT TERBEEST MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Thomas Lawson and Dustin Baggett were each awarded $500.00 scholarships, thanks to the TerBeest family
and the Markesan Lions Club. The Markesan Lions Club recently sponsored the Kurt TerBeest Memorial
Golf Tournament, with the funds raised solely for scholarships in Kurt’s name. The two recipients will be
furthering their education in the auto/truck/mechanics field this fall. The Markesan Lions apologizes to the
TerBeest family for inadvertently leaving the awards off the list during the recent Kiwanis Awards Program.
HIGH SCHOOL ART AND FOCUS ON THE FARM
Mrs. Jayne Dillie’s high school art students painted six
double-sided billboards for the “Green Lake County Focus on
the Farm.” It took a lot of time and effort from the diligent art
students and they succeeded in completing the signs before
school ended for summer. The signs will be displayed in
various locations throughout the county.
2014 MARKESAN COMMUNITY BAND
Over one hundred participants marched with the Markesan Community Band on Saturday,
June 14 in the June Dairy Days Parade. The marching band included members of the high
school band, members of the middle school band, alumni, faculty, friends and community
members. Thank you to each one of you for participating in the parade.
Thank you to the following sponsors: ABN-Plainfield Trucking, LLC; A. F. Gelhar
Company, Inc; Agnesian Healthcare; Arneson Auto Body LLC; Badger Mining Corporation; Ballweg
Implement; Bergemann’s Autocare, LLC; Bridge to the Future Learning Center, LLC; Community Health
Network; Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services; Dalton Lumber; Davey’s Small Engine Repair;
Fairwater Garage, Inc; Farmers State Bank; Glover Metal Buildings; Grand Valley Campground; Gundlach
Chiropractic, SC; Hillside Dental Associates; Huberty CPAs; Kingston Motors; Kuehn’s Service; LAKE Real
Estate; Lake View Inn; Leahy’s Rustic Inn; Markesan Community Funeral Home; Markesan Hornet Booster
Club; Markesan Kiwanis Club; Markesan Resident Home, Inc; Markesan State Bank; Marsh View Veterinary
Clinic; Michels Corporation; Midwest Dental; Moments to Memories Photography; Plaza Bowl – Ripon, WI;
Pro-Type Builders; Pub ‘N Prime; Rennert’s Fire Equipment; Ries Driving School; Riley Electrical Supply;
Ripon Commonwealth Press/Express; Ripon Pick ‘N Save; Robin II, Inc; Schulz Transport Markesan LLC;
Slate Law Offices; Subway; Superheat & Cooling Inc; Ted’s Piggly Wiggly; The Billboard/Markesan
Regional Reporter and The Workout Room.
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JUMP ROPE FOR HEART
During the month of May, Markesan Elementary participated in the Jump Rope for Heart
program. Jump Rope for Heart is a program from the American Heart Association to help raise
money for research and to bring awareness about cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Heart
disease and stroke are the #1 and #4 killers in America today. They account for almost as many
deaths as all other causes combined.
The students were able to ask for donations during a two-week span. In this time, Markesan
Elementary was able to raise $20,866.50. This amount was simply incredible and blew away our goal of
$3,600. With this amount we were the top fundraising school in our area and fourth in the entire state of
Wisconsin. The money raised will be used to help all people whom are affected by cardiovascular diseases.
In addition to raising money, the students participated in various jumping rope activities during physical
education class such as long rope, short rope, trick jumps, etc. They also learned about staying tobacco free,
eating right, and exercising as a lifestyle. It was a great event for all people involved. We should be proud of
what our students and community were able to accomplish. Thanks for all your support!!!
FOOTBALL PLAYERS
Any high school students interested in playing football:
equipment handout is Monday, August 4 at 4:00 p.m. followed by
Fitness Test Outs from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The first day of practice is Tuesday, August 5 at
7:00 a.m. If you are interested in playing
football and haven’t contacted Coach Winkers,
please email him at
winketra@markesan.k12.wi.us.
ATHLETES AND PARENTS
A reminder to all athletes going into
Grades 6-12: You must have a physical
card or alternate year card completed
before practice begins.
SPORTS PHYSICALS
Dr. Hazlewood will be accepting
appointments for sport physicals
between July 22 and August 12.
VOLLEYBALL PLAYER AND PARENT MEETING
There will be an informational meeting for volleyball players and their parents on
Monday, August 18 at 6:00 p.m. in the high school gym. This will be for all levels of
high school volleyball.
GYMNASTICS CLINIC
Monday, August 4 through Thursday, August 7
Markesan High School Multi-Purpose Room
Session I:
Ages 4, 5 & 6 (10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) $18.00
Session II: Ages 7 & Up (11:15 a.m. –12:30 p.m.) $20.00
Checks should be made payable to Markesan Gymnastics.
Please send this registration and the fee to your school office by Monday, July 28.
You can mail the registration to: MDS Gymnastics, PO Box 248, Markesan, WI 53946-0248
For more information, please contact Mrs. Klitz at 398-2528.
Name:_________________________________ Age: ____ Address:________________________________________
Phone: ___________________________________Parent or Guardian Signature: ______________________
Payment Enclosed : ______Session I: _____
Session II: _____
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EIGHTH GRADE PROMOTION
On Friday, June 6, 2014, the Markesan Middle School held an end of the year awards program in
conjunction with the eighth grade promotion. The following awards were presented to middle school 8th grade
students at the ceremony with friends and family sharing in the experience.
Excellence Awards were presented to eighth grade students in recognition of outstanding achievement in
both academic and non-academic disciplines.
Excellence in Science (Mr. Ellis) – Connor Banerjee, son of Chiranjib and Angela Banerjee
Excellence in Social Studies (Mr. Spillane) – Xavier Hopp, son of Michael and Tammy Hopp
Excellence in Language Arts – Writing Award (Mrs. Nagle) – Alexis Mast, daughter of Jonathan and Kimberly Mast
Excellence in Language Arts – Reading Award (Mrs. Nagle) – Austin Triggs, son of Steve and Jody Triggs
Excellence in Language Arts – Overall (Mrs. Nagle) – Hanna Gibbons, daughter of Josh and Marcia Gibbons
Excellence in Math (Bangs Award) (Mrs. Wopat) – Connor Banerjee, son of Chiranjib and Angela Banerjee
(This award is presented each year in honor of Mrs. Rhoda Bangs for her dedicated teaching and
faithful service in the math department of the Markesan Middle School.)
Excellence in Art (Mrs. Dillie) – Meghan Witthun, daughter of Mark and Lisa Witthun
Excellence in Physical Education (Mr. Uecker) – Mackenzie Burk, daughter of Timothy and Casandra Burk
Excellence in Physical Education (Mr. Uecker) – Carson Clark, son of Jon and Stacy Clark
Outstanding Band Student (Director’s Award) (Mr. Winkers) – Austin Triggs, son of Steve and Jody Triggs
Outstanding Vocal Student (Ms. Fritz) – Savanna Peterson, daughter of Lee and Sarah Peterson
Outstanding Vocal Student (Ms. Fritz) – Cole Chapman, son of Jason and Julie Chapman
The Adams Citizenship Award was presented to Alexis Mast, daughter of Jonathan and Kimberly Mast,
and Cole Chapman, son of Jason and Julie Chapman. (This award is given annually to the girl and boy most
deserving of leadership and citizenship recognition during their years at Markesan Middle School. It is
presented in recognition of Mrs. Adelaide Adams, who served many years in the Markesan School District.)
The following 8th grade student at Markesan Middle School has been awarded a certificate for Perfect
Attendance for the 2013-2014 school year: Weston Bergemann.
The following 8th graders were awarded certificates for Excellent Attendance for the 2013-2014 school year:
Elizabeth Bartaszewicz, Matthew Denk, Kaitlyn Dunsmoor, Xavier Hopp, Johnathan Lambrecht, Callie
Leahy, Renee Mahl, Eric Pamenter, Jarid Rosanske, and Austin Triggs.
Presidential Educational Awards for Outstanding Academic Excellence were presented to students who
maintained a 3.50 or higher grade point average during their 8th grade year. Eighteen students met this criteria
and were presented certificates. Congratulations to: Carly Augustynowicz, Connor Banerjee, Drew
Bernhagen, Mackenzie Burk, Cole Chapman, Matthew Denk, Kaitlyn Dunsmoor, Hanna Gibbons, Xavier
Hopp, Trevor Jensen, Morgan Krueger, Alexis Mast, Jarid Rosanske, Grace Rowley, Austin Triggs, Samantha
Whitney, Meghan Witthun, and Ambrea Zacharias. Each student received a certificate signed by President
Obama, a letter from the White House, and a commemorative pin.
Presidential Educational Awards for Outstanding Academic Achievement were presented to students who
work hard and give their best effort in school and show outstanding educational growth, improvement,
commitment, or intellectual development in their academic subjects. These students were nominated by their
teachers. Congratulations to these recipients: Carson Clark, Josh Harmsen, McKenna Newton, Eric Pamenter,
Savanna Peterson, Matthew Stawicki, and Tanner Weber. Each student received a certificate signed by
President Obama, a commemorative pin, and a letter from the White House.
Flowers for the promotion ceremony were provided by 7th grade honor students who maintained a grade
point average of 3.25 or above for all four quarters of their 7th grade year. Congratulations and a special thank
you to these students: Leslie Barzano, Alexa Bradley, Hillary Daivs, Tristan Dillie, Alexandra Dornfeld,
Allison Geerdts, Abigail Gilbertson, Stacy Graff, Austin Grienier, Tanner Heath, Kayla Henning, Carter
Kamphuis, Jessica Kelly, Samantha Kruger, Hannah Kwiesielewicz, Landon Leedle, Dakota Madel, Noah
Mast, Brianna Miller, Duncan Olveda, Craig Plagenz, Matthew Rowell, Allen Rowley, Shane Ryan, Cheyanne
Saylor, Jacob Schilling, Zachary Triggs, Wade Tyczinski, Kara Vande Brink, Emily Waite, Adam Weber,
Alayna Witthun and Johanna Zastrow.
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FOURTH QUARTER HONOR ROLL
To qualify for the honor roll, a student must earn
a grade point average of 3.25 or above in his/her
courses. The following students (alphabetically)
have met this requirement for the fourth quarter
grading period.
Listed in order of fourth quarter academic standing by
grade.
HIGHEST HONORS (3.75-4.00)
Freshmen: Trevor Geerdts, Drew Muehlenhaupt,
Jordan Jahnke, Samantha Becker, Benjamin Bruss,
Wesley Elford, Kylie Jorgensen, Christopher Schwartz,
Collin Harke
GRADE 6
Highest Honors (3.75-4.00): John Bartaszewicz,
Hannah Brooks, Kaylee Chapman, Kelyn Clark,
Hannah Davis, Jada Dornfeld, Max Stellmacher,
Nadolie Stoll, Nicole Walker, Sarah Wendt, Grant
Zuhlke
Sophomores: LeeAnn Hein, Megan Plagenz, Hunter
Brooks, Sarah Kelly, Laura Dishno, Tate Hillmann,
Michaela McElroy, Julia Weber, Hailey Stoll, Michaela
Nighbor, Carter Hunter
High Honors (3.50-3.74): Joshua Boening,
Amanda Bruins, Owen Bush, Aaron Daye,
Amanda Gonzalez, Karigan Hunter, Lauren
Martinez, Jacob Mittelstadt, Daniel Saylor, Olivia
Shruck, Hope Sumner, Christian Vargas
Juniors: Mercedes Schulz, Harold Barker, Dylan
Burk, Brady Clark, Denae Dahl, Jordynn Holtan,
Benjamin Denk, Wade Weber, Brianna Koopman
Seniors: Taryn Otto, Moriah Marwitz, Tina Kratz,
Bohdy Laybourn, Chad Bruss, Jared Mathison, Kyle
Jahnke, Karina Elford, Mike Lainberger, Adam Brown,
Chalsey Jenkins, Karina Vasquez, Brooke Navulis
Honors (3.25-3.49): Ethan Augustynowicz,
Angel Boelter, Taylor Davison, Bryce Friday,
Adilene Gomez, Jose Gomez, Emaley Kovalaske,
Cayden Plagenz, Kegan Tierney
HIGH HONORS (3.50-3.74)
Freshmen: Sydney Hansen, Hannah Leystra, Grace
Dolgner, Michael Sauer, Cassandra Miller, Derek
Dechant, Lucas Graff, Taylor Gelhar, Madyson
Stellmacher
GRADE 7
Highest Honors (3.75-4.00): Stacy Graff, Austin
Grienier, Jessica Kelly, Samantha Kruger, Landon
Leedle, Craig Plagenz, Matthew Rowell, Zachary
Triggs
Sophomores: Katie Spillane, Cody Ryan, Sydney
Kastein, Ryan Walker, Shelby Merlin
High Honors (3.50-3.74): Leslie Barzano,
Alexandra Dornfeld, Allison Geerdts, Abigail
Gilbertson, Tanner Heath, Kayla Henning, Noah
Mast, Duncan Olveda, Shane Ryan, Cheyanne
Saylor, Jacob Schilling, Emily Waite, Adam
Weber, Alayna Witthun, Johanna Zastrow
Juniors: Stephanie Mahl, Levi Hagen, Bryce
Anderson, Michelle Deaver, Kimberly Sell, Nina
Schwandt, Levi Minnema, McKenna Symons, Kassidy
Griffin
Seniors: Chelsey Vis, Taylor Daggett, Hector
Sanchez, Kyle Ryerson, Austin Schueler, Brandi
Bender, Thomas Lawson
Honors (3.25-3.49): Alexa Bradley, Trinity
Eager, Cassady Fox, Meghan Griswold, Carter
Kamphuis, Hannah Kwiesielewicz, Halley Laper,
Brianna Miller, Kara Vande Brink
HONORS (3.25-3.49)
Freshmen: Gregory Martinez, Connor Hunter,
Morgan Jurvelin, Abraham Jacobo, Kailie Sasada,
McKenzie Gilkes, Andrew Krueger, Mia Minnema,
Jayden Abendroth, Hannah Stoll
GRADE 8
Highest Honors (3.75-4.00): Connor Banerjee,
Cole Chapman, Kaitlyn Dunsmoor, Hanna
Gibbons, Trevor Jensen, Morgan Krueger, Alexis
Mast, Savanna Peterson, Grace Rowley, Austin
Triggs, Ambrea Zacharias
Sophomores: Austin Davis, Rachel Hunt, Leland
Michels, Kendra Witthun, Celyna Bennett, Adrian
Jensen, Brandi Monsivais, Kylie Schoenhaar
High Honors (3.50-3.74): Carly Augustynowicz,
Carson Clark, Matthew Denk, Colten Grams,
Xavier Hopp, Eric Pamenter, Bryce Plagenz, Jarid
Rosanske, Samantha Whitney
Juniors: Jalmari Maennistoe, Casey Ryan, Micah Zik,
Adam Oemig, Dylan Thomas, Joseph Krombos, Jacob
Vinz, Hector Aguinaga, Caelyn Dallman
Honors (3.25-3.49): Drew Bernhagen,
Mackenzie Burk, Joshua Harmsen, Kaitlyn
Kirker, Stacey Maybee, Callie Leahy, Samantha
Stellmacher, Tanner Weber, Meghan Witthun
Seniors: Cassi Giese, Aaron Koopman, Cheyenne
Milton, Aaron Damerow, Eric Sutton, Makayla Shruck,
Nicholas Krob, Travis Kleindl, Austin Pugh
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SIXTH GRADE CAMP
The 2014 sixth grade class and their
teachers would like to thank everyone who
helped make camp an amazing success. The
weather this year was perfect, and we
thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the three
days. Many volunteers from the community
and staff from Markesan District Schools
contributed time and effort to make it a
memorable experience for us. We cannot
express how much we depend on and
appreciate your help.
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DIRECTORY INFORMATION RELEASE
ASBESTOS LAW COMPLIANCE NOTIFICATION
According to Board of Education policy, the following
items involving students are considered directory
information and will be made available to the public
upon request: a student’s name; photograph; participation
in officially recognized activities and sports; height and
weight, if a member of an athletic team; dates of attendance;
date of graduation; awards received; the school most
recently previously attended; honor rolls; and scholarships.
As a result of federal legislation (Asbestos Hazard
Emergency Response Act - AHERA), each primary
and secondary school in the nation is required to
complete a stringent inspection for asbestos and to
develop a plan of management for all asbestos
containing building materials. Markesan District
Schools has a goal to be in full compliance with the law
and is following the spirit, as well as the letter of the
law. As a matter of policy, the district shall continue to
maintain a safe and healthful environment for our
community’s youth and employees.
If any parent/guardian objects to or refuses to permit
the district to designate the above listed information as
directory information, they should advise the school
district in writing via a letter addressed to the district
administrator’s office within two weeks after publication of
this newsletter. If you have any questions concerning
directory information, please call the district office at (920)
398-4201.
In keeping with this legislation, all buildings
(including portables and support buildings) owned or
leased by Markesan District Schools were inspected by
EPA accredited inspectors and samples were
analyzed by an independent laboratory. Based on the
inspection, the school prepared, and the state approved,
a comprehensive management plan for the safe and
responsible handling of asbestos within it’s buildings.
NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE
It is the policy of the Markesan District Schools that no
person may be denied admission to any public school in
this district, or be denied participation in, be denied the
benefits of, or be discriminated against in any curricular,
extra-curricular, pupil service, recreational, or other
program (employment or instructional), or activity
because of the person’s sex, race, national origin,
ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status,
sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or
learning disability. Participation in some extra-curricular
programs may be based upon performance criteria and/or
the skill development of a participant.
This policy also prohibits discrimination as defined by
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (sex),
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (race and national
origin), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973. It is the intent of the Markesan District Schools to
comply with both the letter and the spirit of the law in
making certain discrimination does not exist in its
policies, regulations, and operations.
Grievance procedures for Title IX and Section 504 have
been established for students, their parents, and
employees who feel discrimination has been shown by the
Markesan District Schools. Specific complaints of alleged
discrimination under Title IX (sex) and Section 504
(handicap) should be referred to: Mark Nagle, High
School Guidance Counselor, (920) 398-4107 or Duane
Bark, District Administrator, (920) 398-4202, 100 East
Vista Boulevard, PO Box 248, Markesan, WI 53946.
This past year Markesan District Schools
conducted the following with respect to its asbestos
containing building materials: continued an operations
and maintenance program. Federal law requires a
periodic walk-through (called “surveillance”) every
six months of each area containing asbestos. In
addition, the law requires all buildings to be reinspected three years after a management plan is in
effect. MacNeil Environmental, Inc. will accomplish
this under contract. Areas where management issues
are noted during inspections and surveillances have
been, and will continue to be, dealt with promptly.
Short-term workers (outside contractors-i.e.,
telephone repair workers, electricians and exterminators)
must be provided information regarding the location of
asbestos in which they may come into contact. All shortterm workers shall contact the lead maintenance person
before commencing work to be given this information.
Markesan District Schools has a list of the location(s)
and type(s) of asbestos containing materials found in
the school building and a description and timetable
for their proper management. A copy of the Asbestos
Management Plan is available for review in the district
office. Questions related to the plan should be directed
to MacNeil Environmental, Inc. at (800) 642-6730 or by
contacting Markesan District Schools at (920) 398-4201.
WISCONSIN PUBLIC ACT 96 NOTIFICATION
The Markesan School District would like to inform staff, students, parents and the public of the district’s Indoor
Environmental Quality (IEQ) management plan. The plan was initially developed in 2012 and is reviewed as
necessary. The plan was developed as deemed appropriate for the district. This annual publication is part of the
Markesan School District’s communication plan within the IEQ Management plan. Questions and concerns should
be directed to the IEQ coordinator at 920-398-2373. The district office is located at 100 East Vista Boulevard,
Markesan, WI 53946. Copies of the plan are available at the district office for a fee.
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2014-2015 MARKESAN DISTRICT SCHOOLS –ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Four Yr. Old Kindergarten: 1 box of Kleenex, 1 container of Clorox wipes, 1 refill pack of baby wipes,
4 Elmer’s glue sticks, 1 box of 24 Crayola crayons, 1 set Crayola washable markers (classic colors – 8 or 10
count), 2 – beginner’s pencils, 2 – dry erase markers (blue or black), pocket folder with brads (any color),
Backpack without wheels (2 straps/big enough for a folder), extra set of clothes in a Ziploc bag with child’s name,
snack to share with class (ex: box of crackers, cereal, etc. – please send enough for 18 students), Girls – box of
Ziploc bags, any size, Boys – paper plates, any size.
Kindergarten: Box of 24 crayons, 6– large glue sticks, large box of Kleenex, 2 sets washable markers (8 or 12
basic colors), 4 thick low odor dry erase markers (no yellow), watercolor paint set, 5-inch blunt tip scissors, plastic
pencil box (no pencil cases), back pack (large enough to fit folder in), 2 rectangular container of wet wipes, 1 bottle
hand sanitizer, 2 large pencil erasers, 2 – 4 oz. bottle of white Elmer’s glue, Girls - 1 box Ziploc Bags (snack),
Boys – 1 box Ziploc Bags, (sandwich), 1 container of Clorox wipes, gym shoes to be kept at school, Headphones
(available for purchase from the office for $3.00 or students may bring their own).
Grade 1: 2– spiral notebooks, 3 - large glue sticks, crayons (24), back pack, pencil box, 1 Fiskars scissors, 20 –
pencils (sharpened), large box of Kleenex, 2 – large erasers, 1 empty clean Pringle can, 8 oz. white glue, 2 – yellow
highlighters, 8 or 10 box washable markers, 4 – thick dry erase markers (no yellow), colored pencils, 1 pkg. 3X3
Post It Notes, 1 box of crackers, Clorox Wipes, Girls – Box of pint or quart size Ziploc bags, Boys – Box of gallon
size Ziploc bags, 2 plastic folders with bottom pockets – one should be red, gym shoes to be kept at school – (No white
glue or folders for Mrs. Dillie’s Class) Teachers will include a list of supplies with their orientation letter specific for
their rooms. Headphones (available for purchase from the office for $3.00 or students may bring their own).
Grade 2: Backpack, 12 inch ruler, 20 pencils, 2 large erasers, box of (24) crayons, 8 oz. bottle of white glue,
2 highlighters, 2 spiral notebooks (wide rule), 5 spiral notebooks for Mr. Breaker’s class, 3 – glue sticks, set of 8
washable markers, 1 sock/marker board eraser, container of disinfecting wipes, Fiskars scissors, pencil box,
1 package wide ruled loose leaf paper, 4 dry erase markers, plastic pocket folders - 1 red and 1 blue, large box of
Kleenex, 1 pkg. of 3X3 Post It Notes, Girls bring a box of quart size Ziploc bags, Boys bring a box of gallon size
Ziploc bags, gym shoes to be kept at school. Headphones (available for purchase from the office for $3.00 or
students may bring their own).
Grade 3: 20 pencils, 4 highlighters, scissors, pencil box or bag, 8 glue sticks, large eraser, 5 – wide ruled
notebooks (SPIRAL ONLY) (green, blue, red, yellow, choice), 5- bottom pocket folders (green, blue, red, yellow,
choice), 1 container of disinfecting wipes, 1 empty/clean frosting container, 4 - low odor dry erase markers,
1 large package of Post It Notes (2 7/8 x 2 7/8 inches), old sock or marker board eraser, colored pencils, 8-12 ct.
washable markers, box of crayons (24), 2 - large box of Kleenex, 2 – red pens (Kneser), gym shoes to be kept at
school. Headphones may be used on occasion, they are available for purchase from the office for $3.00 or students
may bring their own. NO MECHANICAL PENCILS.
Grade 4: 7 folders with bottom pockets (red, blue, purple, green, yellow, 2- choice), 5 wide line spiral notebooks
(red, blue, purple, green, yellow), pencil box, 20 #2 pencils, 1 large eraser, 1 ruler with metric/standard measure,
2 highlighters, 1 small white Elmer’s glue, 8 - low odor dry erase markers, an old sock or marker board eraser,
2 red pens, scissors, 6 - glue sticks, colored pencils, 1 pkg. 3x3 Post It Notes, 8-12 ct. washable markers, 1 box of
Kleenex, 1- container antibacterial wipes, simple function calculator, gym shoes to be kept at school, Headphones
may be used on occasion, they are available for purchase from the office for $3.00 or students may bring their own.
NO TRAPPER KEEPERS.
Grade 5: 1 pkg. dry erase markers, old sock or marker board eraser, scissors, 7 folders (1 red, 1 blue, 1 green, 1
yellow, 3 choice), 7 notebooks (1 red, 2 blue, 1 yellow, 1 green, 2 choice), pencil box, 2 - glue sticks, 8-12 count
washable markers, erasers, colored pencils, #2 wooden pencils (20), 4 red pens, 1 pkg. of 3X3 Post It Notes, 1 box
of Kleenex, 1 pkg. highlighters, gym shoes to be kept at school, Headphones may be used on occasion, they are
available for purchase from the office for $3.00 or students may bring their own. NO MECHANICAL PENCILS.
NOTE: All students’ articles of clothing, tennis shoes and baseball gloves, etc. should be marked with the
students’ name. Any money sent to school with student should be in an envelope with the child’s name and school
as well as what account the money is to be credited to, e.g.: material fee, hot lunch, book club, etc.
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2014-2015 MARKESAN DISTRICT SCHOOLS-GRADES 6-12 SCHOOL SUPPLIES
*Please note: Students may receive a list of additional supplies from their teachers at orientation.
*The office will not supply note cards, tag board, or post it notes. Students should purchase these items on their own as
needed. All high school students will need to purchase their own assignment notebook.
*Sixth grade students will need $2.00 for a special science notebook that the school will purchase for your child.
*PE Classes: Students should have shorts, a white T-shirt, and tennis shoes.
GRADES
6
7
Pencils (#2 only)
20
1 pkg of 10 or more count
1-blue
1-black
3-black
3-blue
3-red
Pens (NO GEL PENS)
8
1 pkg of 10 or more
count
3-black
3-blue
3-red
2-green
9-12
1 pkg of 10 or more
count
3-black
3-blue
3-red
Art Classes
5 pencils
1-purple
Highlighters (pkg of 4 different colors or more)
Markers, (8-12 count) washable only
1
1
1
1 pkg fine line
1
1
1
1
3
2
1
1*
3
3
3
2
1
1*
3
3
1
1
1
1 ***
1***
Three: 1½ inch
Two: 2 inch any color
White Board Markers – low odor
2
White Board Eraser or Clean Sock
1
Colored pencils (1-package of 12-24 colors)
Ruler with metric/standard
Scissors
Glue sticks
Large Eraser
Hand Held Pencil Sharpener
Pencil box/bag
Pocket folders
Wide-lined, spiral notebook
1
1
1
3
1
1*
7
5
Composition Notebook (for science – this can
Calculator
Binders
1
1
1
2
1 per class**
1 per class**
***
One: 2 inch any color
Two: 1 ½ inch white w/
Two: 1 1/2 inch white w/
clear overlay on front
clear overlay on front and
and back (English &
back (English & SS)
SS)
One: 1 inch w/clear overlay
One: 1 inch, any color for
Post-it Notes (3”x3”)
3
2
(3” x 5”)
4
2
2
(3” x 5”)
2
2
2
(3” x 5”)
2
2
2
2
3 pkg
3 pkg
2 (5-Tab divider sheets
for English)
Waterless Hand Sanitizer
1
1
1
Scotch Tape
1
1
1
Headphones, prefer earbuds
1
1
1
100 count index cards w/lines on one side
Package of Lined notebook Paper
Large Box of Kleenex
8-tab divider sheets
1
(4” x6”)
1
*Students need to store most supplies in this container to tote from one class to another. A shoe box might work just as well.
**Students may use a trapper keeper or other organizer and/or multi-subject notebook. It is recommended that there should be a
separate section for each class.
***Advanced Algebra, Stats & Trig, 5th Year Math require a graphing calculator. Variable Math, Pre Algebra, Algebra, Geometry
require a scientific calculator. MS Math 1 & 2 require a hand held calculator.
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presented for review. Motion by Clark/Abendroth to make no
change to the Board of Education member compensation amounts
as presented carried 8-0.
The June 2, 2014 meeting of the Board of Education of the
Markesan District Schools was called to order by President
Bogutski at 6:30 p.m. with ten members present. Mr. Kuehn
was absent. Motion by Nighbor/Sell to approve the agenda as
presented carried with a voice vote.
Motion by Frederick/Krueger to grant exception to NEOLA
Policy – 8390 – Operations – Animals on District Property for the
purpose of a circus performance hosted by the Markesan Event
Committee and the Markesan Chamber of Commerce scheduled for
August 14, 2014 with the understanding the exact location will be
determined by the district carried 7-0. Mr. Abendroth abstained.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
The Board of Education inservice regarding Board Member
Roles and Responsibilities was presented by Shana Lewis.
Motion by Abendroth/Clark to move to closed session at
9:28 p.m. carried 10-0. A roll call vote was taken.
Mr. Zacharias reported regarding the 2013-2014 budget.
Mr. Zacharias reported regarding the 2014-2015 budget.
Mr. Bark and Mr. Zacharias reported regarding the upcoming
The June 11, 2014 meeting of the Board of Education of the Markesan
referendum.
District Schools was called to order by President Bogutski at 7:00 p.m.
with seven members present. Mr. Davis arrived at 7:06 p.m. Mr.
Janice Zmrazek, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, was
Grahn, Mr. Kuehn and Mr. Nighbor were absent. Motion by Sell/Clark available via telephone to answer questions relative to dissolution.
to approve the agenda as presented carried 7-0.
The 2014-2015 Board of Education Standing Committees was
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
included in the packet for review.
Renae Fenske and Moria Pollesch addressed the Board of
Education relative to the upcoming referendum.
The next meeting of the Executive Committee is scheduled for
Monday, June 30, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.
Motion by Abendroth/Sell to approve the following consent
items as presented: May 7, 2014 meeting minutes; May bills/June
payroll (vouchers #88839-88855,88857-88923,88926-88963,88966-88978,8898088982,89034-89044,89046-89076,89090-89173,1405011,1405021,1405071,14051411405142,1405211-1405212,1405222,1405231,1405281=$380,804.28;payroll#85309,
88983-89033, 89405, 89077-89089 = $286,153.26; total = $666,957.54);
contracted services – CESA 6; donation – Del Monte Foods, Inc. –
agriculture/science department(s) – $500.00 (wetland area
educational displays); job description/vacancy notice – dance team
coach; job description/vacancy notice – Grade 11 (junior) class
advisor; participation in Federal Lunch Program/Federal Breakfast
Program/Special Milk Program/Wisconsin School Day Milk
Program; resignation – assistant varsity boys basketball coach –
Troy Miller and job description/vacancy notice – assistant varsity
boys basketball coach carried 8-0.
The Negotiations Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday,
June 18, 2014 was canceled.
Motion by Frederick/Davis to approve the May 14, 2014
meeting minutes as presented carried 7-1. Mr. Abendroth voted no.
The 2014-2015 calendar (no late start Wednesdays/inservice/
snow make up) was presented for approval. Motion by Sell/
Abendroth to approve the 2014-2015 calendar (no late start
Wednesdays/inservice/snow make up) as presented carried 8-0.
The 2015-2016 calendar (no late start Wednesdays/inservice/
snow make up) was presented for approval. Motion by Sell/
Laper to approve the 2015-2016 calendar (no late start
Wednesdays/inservice/snow make up) as presented carried 8-0.
The June 9, 2014 Personnel/Finance Committee meeting minutes
were presented for review.
The next meeting of the Personnel/Finance Committee is
scheduled for Monday, July 7, 2014 at 6:30 p.m.
A Board of Education meeting to review health care reform is
scheduled for Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Education
is scheduled for Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
Motion by Abendroth/Laper to adjourn at 8:24 p.m. carried 8-0.
A roll call vote was taken.
The June 19, 2014 meeting of the Board of Education of the
Markesan District Schools was called to order by President
Bogutski at 6:00 p.m. with eight members present. Mrs.
Frederick, Mr. Grahn and Mr. Kuehn were absent. Motion by
Abendroth/Nighbor to approve the agenda as presented carried
with a voice vote.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
The Board of Education inservice regarding Health Insurance
and the Affordable Care Act was presented by Willis of Wisconsin.
Motion by Nighbor/Abendroth to move to closed session at
7:06 p.m. carried 8-0. A roll call vote was taken.
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