School District of Baraboo

Wisconsin School Bus Driver Appreciation Week: February 10 - 14.

Child Development Day for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 year olds. At West Elementary, 707 Center Street, Baraboo on Wednesday, February 19th from 2 pm to 4:30 pm, and on Thursday, March 6th from 4 pm to 6 pm.

4K Registration for the 25-26 School Year is coming up February 19th from 2 pm to 4:30 pm and March 6th from 4 pm to 6 pm. It will be held at West Elementary School, 707 Center Street, Baraboo.

🏫 What is the April 1 Referendum? On April 1, 2025, Baraboo voters will consider a revised and phased facilities referendum to update elementary schools with no tax impact. 📌 Key Improvements: ✅ Renovating & expanding Al Behrman, East, and Gordon L. Willson ✅ Enhancing safety & security ✅ Replacing aging infrastructure ✅ Accommodating early learners 📌 A commitment to neighborhood schools: This plan maintains existing elementary school attendance boundaries, keeping students learning close to home in their communities. 📅 Learn more: baraboo.k12.wi.us/page/referendum

FBLA attended the Regional Leadership Competition this past Saturday at Fennimore High School and we came out with some amazing results! There were 24 schools and over 500 competitors at the competition. Our members learned about the power of introductions and handshakes with the keynote speaker from CESA 3, took 1st in a shark tank workshop, learned how to build soft skills, how to craft conversations from the state FFA treasurer and the importance of mental health/wellness from Grant regional health Center. They went up against tough competition during events and tests and through it all represented BHS in the best ways by participating and being engaged the entire time (even though we left school at 5:45am). The following that qualified for state: G. Bates & M.Sullivan placed 1st in Business Ethics L. Kierzek, G. Landrum & J. Szweda placed 1st in Public Service Announcement K. Reichhoff placed 2nd in Accounting 1 L. Bradley placed 2nd in Securities & Investments T. Bell & K. Cerda placed 3rd in Digitial Video Production C. Knowles placed 3rd in Introduction to Business Communication M. Farmer placed 3rd in Website Design We have the following that if places 1-3 do not want to go to state could possibly be eligible: S. Dobush & I. Thola placed 4th in Introduction to Business Presentation S. Stucyznski placed 4th in Personal Finance M. Barahona placed 5th in Introduction to Business Procedures Others have placed as follows: S. Lins placed 6th in Introduction to Business Communication G. Schacern placed 6th in Into to Public Speaking V. Maguire placed 6th in Journalism C. Zittlow placed 6th in Sales Presentation G. Cater placed 6th in Social Media Strategies A. Wyttenbach placed 7th in Graphic Design E. Creighton placed 7th in Intro to Business Procedures B. Kaufman placed 8th in Human Resource Management A. Hughan Placed 9th in Marketing C. Birrenkott placed 10th in Agribusiness B. Brown & E. Mayer placed 10th in Sports & Entertainment Management E. Pichler placed 10th in Health Care Administration. There are also some straight-to-state competitions for the chapter that will make some that didn't make state eligible to go. Congratulations to all who participated and to their amazing advisor, Mrs. Mueller.

SUMMER KID STOP INFORMATION Enrollment for the Summer Kid Stop program begins on Monday, February 3, 2025. Information and registration forms will be available on the District website to print off or paper copies will be available at all elementary school offices and the East, GLW and West Kid Stop sites. Completed enrollment forms may be submitted by scanning to the Kid Stop Coordinator’s email address at pgavin@barabooschools.net or by dropping your form off at the Gordon L. Willson Elementary School office during business or Kid Stop hours. Any questions, please contact Pat Gavin at the above email address.

Child Development Day and 4K Registration will be held at West Elementary School on Wednesday, February 19th from 2 pm -4:30 pm and Thursday, March 6th from 4 - 6 pm . Child Development Day is for children age 2.5 to 3.5 and 4K Registation is for children who will be 4 years old by September 1, 2025. For more information, please contact our Student Services Office at (608) 355-3918.

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is required by state statute (Wis. Stat. 115.385) to generate a school report card and district report card for every publicly funded school and district in the state. The report cards are intended to help schools and districts use performance data to celebrate successes and improve their efforts to prepare students for their futures. Click to view our most current report card. https://www.baraboo.k12.wi.us/page/wisconsin-accountability-school-report-cards

We're ecstatic to announce the reopening of the BHS School Store! Thanks to the hard work of our Marketing classes, the Store is back in action after weeks of dedicated planning. Two Marketing classes played a pivotal role in this project, beginning with a student survey to curate the products you'd love to see in the Store and set prices accordingly. Our students also crafted marketing materials, generating immense excitement. Explore our revamped School Store, browse our fantastic product range, and meet our diligent student team. Currently open during 3rd block lunchtime, and during winter sports season, we'll also be open at home games with support from FBLA.

Dear Thunderbird Community, We are thrilled to announce a significant development in our ongoing journey towards educational excellence. The 2023-2026 Strategic Plan for the School District of Baraboo is now accessible for review on our district's website (https://www.baraboo.k12.wi.us/page/strategic-plan-framework) What to Expect in the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan: This comprehensive blueprint outlines our strategic focus areas, which encompass Learning & Academics, Finance & Operations, Safe & Healthy Schools, and Engagement & Communications. Each of these areas has been meticulously crafted to ensure the best possible educational experience for our students.

Mrs. Charles and Mrs. Gulden welcomed their new kindergarteners to GLW! Both kindergarten classes have been working to get to know each other and to strengthen social skills such as sharing and kindness through cooperative play. Both classrooms read the book "Have You Filled a Bucket Today?" by Carol McCloud and are working to be "bucket fillers" not "bucket dippers." They have also been learning about shapes and counting through Bridges Math Workplace stations. The first couple of weeks of school have been a great time for these new GLW students to get to know each other, learn how to treat others with kindness, and to get to know their new school.

One week ago today was the first day of school in the BSD and we have had a great first few days of school! Students and staff are excited to embark on a new school year, ready to embrace the spirit of curiosity and inclusivity. This year, we encourage each and every one of you to let your curiosity run wild. Ask questions, seek answers, and never stop learning. Whether you're a kindergartener discovering the alphabet or a senior preparing for graduation, the journey of curiosity knows no bounds.

Liz Crammond, Publishing on September 8, 2023 at 6:00 AM Thankful Thunderbird overload! Huge thank YOU to✏️ JYMS Parents in the Middle, MBE CPAs, UPS, St. Paul’s Lutheran, Community First Bank, Emanuel Church, St. Clare Hospital, and St. Clare Meadows Care Center 📚 for your generous school supply donations to the Baraboo School District. Together, we're making a big difference! #AlwaysOnwardBS

Today was an exciting day for BELC 4K students and families because it was the first day of 4K! The Baraboo Early Learning Cooperative, more commonly known as BELC, is a 4-year-old Kindergarten program offered by BSD in partnership with various community childcare providers: Children’s Day Center, Bear-A-Boo Daycare, and the Head Start/Renewal Unlimited Agency. #AlwaysOnwardBSD

Did you know it's National Read a Book Day? 📚 Books can bring new worlds to life, challenge our thinking, and take us on exciting adventures. First-grade students in Mrs. Zuhlke's class at Al Behrman Elementary learn about the library today when they read a new book! 📖 What new books are you reading? Share with us in the comments below👇 #AlwaysOnwardBSD

Educators returned to work on August 29th and 30th for pre-session professional development. All staff gathered Tuesday morning at BHS to celebrate the start of the year and an overview of the 2023-26 Strategic Plan before heading to their buildings for additional professional development and completing final preparations for the year. Dr. Briggs discussed the importance of building community and a sense of belonging in his message to all staff. He said, “It is important to be curious and ask questions, and not be judgemental.” At the outset of a new school year for the Baraboo School District, these words hold special significance. They encourage students, educators, and the entire community to embrace a mindset of open-minded exploration and inquiry. Instead of hastily forming judgments or assumptions, the quote advocates for fostering curiosity, as well as a genuine desire to understand and learn from others. By embodying this philosophy, students can approach their studies with a thirst for knowledge, teachers can create inclusive and supportive classrooms, and the entire district can work together to create an environment where the pursuit of understanding takes precedence over snap judgments. #AlwaysOnwardBSD

Those big yellow vehicles will be out in full force now that school is back in session. They are carrying precious cargo, so please be aware and take extra care! #AlwaysOnwardBSD #Tbirdtidbit

Last Wednesday all BSD educators gathered at BHS for professional development with the day's topic focused on school building safety. BSD partnered with the City of Baraboo Police Department and Sauk County Emergency Management for safety updates from first responders and worked in Building Emergency Response Teams before returning to buildings for any additional meetings with principals and time to organize for the start of the year. BSD would like to give a big thank YOU to BSD School Resource Officers Meyer and Sabol, the Baraboo Police Department, and Sauk County Emergency Management for leading the training! #AlwaysOnwardBSD

Happy Labor Day! BSD is closed for the holiday. Students and staff will return tomorrow. To the dream weavers, the innovators, and the go-getters, we salute you on this Labor Day. Your fearlessness and willingness to embrace change lead us to greatness! #AlwaysOnwardBSD

📚✏️ Exciting times in the Baraboo School District! Our students, teachers, and learning community are off to an amazing start this school year. Here's to a year full of growth, learning, and success! 🖍🏫 #AlwaysOnwardBSD #BackToSchool