West Side Elementary School

❄️Elkhorn Rotary Coats for Kids - Free Coat, Hat, & Mittens for Elementary Students❄️

On Saturday, October 11, and Saturday, November 8, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Jackson Elementary, the Rotary Club of Elkhorn will be providing free coats, hats, and mittens to children in grades PK-5th.

Be sure to bring your student with you to collect their free winter gear.

DETAILS
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 11 & Nov. 8
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Jackson Elementary, 13 N. Jackson Street
Cost: FREE
*Child must be present
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Abrigos, gorros y mitones para los estudiantes de las escuelas primarias

El sábado, 11 de octubre y el sábado, 8 de noviembre, entre las 11:00 a.m. y 2 p.m., en la escuela primaria de Jackson, el Rotary Club de Elkhorn regalará abrigos, gorros de invierno y mitones a los niños del PK hasta el quinto grado.

Asegúrese de llevar a su estudiante consigo para recoger sus prendas de invierno gratuitas.

DETALLES
Fecha: sábado, 11 de octubre y 8 de noviembre
Hora: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Lugar: Jackson Elementary, 13 N. Jackson Street
Costo: GRATIS
*Niño debería estar presente

🌟 Job Opportunity Alert! 🌟 The Elkhorn Area School District is looking for a full-time Grounds & Custodial worker and four part-time cleaners!

🛠️ Full-time: Join our grounds crew at Tibbets Elementary, working Monday-Friday from noon to 8:30 p.m. Your role will include custodial tasks and grounds maintenance. 👉 wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/246403

🧹 Part-time: We need four dedicated cleaners for the second shift, working four hours a day, Monday to Friday. Help us keep our building and classrooms in top shape! 👉 wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/242119

If you're interested in making a difference in our schools, apply now at WECAN! 📚✨ #JobOpenings #ElkhornSchools #GroundsCrew #CustodialTeam

📚✨ Tomorrow marks the first day of school, and we can't wait to see all of you! Just a quick reminder that school hours have changed slightly this year:

🕒 Elkhorn Area High School: 7:20 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
🕒 Elkhorn Area Middle School: 7:25 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.
🕒 Elementary Schools (Jackson, Tibbets, West Side): 8:35 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.

🕒 4K at Lakelands Little Learners, Step Ahead, and Kiddie Kottage:
AM session: 8:45 - 11:30 a.m.
PM session: 12:40 - 3:25 p.m.

Get ready for a fantastic year ahead! See you tomorrow! 🎉✏️ #BackToSchool #1Herd

📚🎉 Are you ready for the first day of school? Classes kick off next week on Tuesday, September 2!

Here’s a quick checklist:
✅ Completed Annual Returning Student Registration?
✅ Submitted New Student Enrollment Applications for first-time students?
✅ Picked up your school supplies? Check out the lists online: elkhorn.k12.wi.us/page/school-supplies
✅ Checked your Bus Routes?

Log into Family Access to ensure you're all set! Let’s make it a great school year! 🎒✏️ #BackToSchool #1Herd

🌟 Free Parent Workshops! 🌟

🗓️ Sept 15: "Crisis Averted: Creating a Mental Health Kit" with Dr. Sieanna Haakenson for elementary caregivers.

🗓️ Sept 22: "Navigating a Social World" with Dr. Amy Sosa for middle-high school caregivers.

📍Hosted by Reek School & Lake Geneva Psychology
📖 Walworth Memorial Library
🕠 5:30-6:30 PM
🍕 Childcare & free pizza available!

🏀 Join us for two exciting basketball clinics focused on skill development at Rise Up Basketball Academy! Improve your ball handling, footwork, finishing, and shooting with our expert coaches.

✍Register online at easdcommunity.recdesk.com

🌟 Clinic 1 - Thursdays in September
✅ Ball handling
✅ Finishing
✅ Passing
✅ Moving without the ball

📅 Dates: Thursdays - September 4, 11, 18, 25
📍 Location: West Side Elementary Gym

⏰ Schedule:
K-4th Grade: 5-6 PM
5th-8th Grade: 6-7 PM

🌟 Clinic 2 - Thursdays in October
✅ Footwork
✅ Shooting
✅ Defense
✅ Rebounding

📅 Dates: Thursdays - October 2, 9, 16, 23
📍 Location: West Side Elementary Gym

⏰ Schedule:
K-4th Grade: 5-6 PM
5th-8th Grade: 6-7 PM

Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your game! 🏀💪

🌟 **Join Our Team!** 🌟

The Elkhorn Area School District is hiring a Special Education Teaching Assistant! This role involves supporting students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in both special and general education settings.

Apply online @ https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/242115

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Assist in implementing IEPs and provide support during lessons
- Monitor student behavior and engagement
- Offer physical assistance to students as needed
- Work collaboratively with teachers to coordinate accommodations

**Qualifications:**
- High school diploma or equivalent is required
- Experience in education preferred but not mandatory
- Must be able to obtain Wisconsin Department of Instruction Licensure #883

If you're dedicated, flexible, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and help shape the future of our students! 📚❤️

📣 Annual Returning Student Registration is now open! Log in to your Family Access account to register your student(s) for the 2025-26 school year. Don’t forget, registration must be completed by September 2, 2025! 🌟 New students don’t require annual registration. 🏅 If your student is participating in athletics, a physical exam and Athletic Registration are needed. 💳 Pay student fees and meal plans online via RevTrak or in person with cash/check. Need help? Join us for registration assistance on August 14 from 5-6:30 p.m. at the Middle School, or contact the District Registrar for an appointment. Let’s have a fantastic year in the Elkhorn Area School District! 🎉

🚨✨ Exciting News! The Alternative Open Enrollment window is officially OPEN! 🎉

If you're looking to join us in Elkhorn for the 2025-26 school year, it’s not too late! Families outside the Elkhorn district can apply now at www.elkhorn.k12.wi.us/page/open-enrollment.

✨ Interested in charter schools? Options Virtual Charter and the Career & College Academy are still accepting students for the upcoming year! Don’t wait—get your application in today! 📚✨

🌊🏊‍♂️ Attention Summer Swim Families! We have some exciting updates! Our pool maintenance is almost complete! Starting Monday, June 23, morning swim lessons will be held at Lakeland School, while evening lessons will return to the EAHS Pool! 📍 **Location:** Lakeland School W3905 County Rd NN, Elkhorn, WI 53121 Enter through Door A – the pool will be to your left! Please remember to stay in the pool area and respect Lakeland School's request to avoid wandering around. Your cooperation is much appreciated! The Summer Academy shuttle bus will continue to operate at the following times, transporting students from the Middle School to the High School and to Lakeland School. 🚍 **Shuttle Bus Schedule:** - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Bus G will drop off students for the 12:45 PM swim lesson as well! A huge THANK YOU to Lakeland School for their support! Starting Tuesday, June 24, all swim lessons will be back at the EAHS Pool. Let's make a splash this summer! 💦

🌟Only 10 spots left!!! 🌟 🎉 Get ready for the school year with our Third Annual FREE Girls Confidence Bootcamp! 🌟 This 5-day program runs August 18-22 from 9-11 a.m. at Elkhorn Area Middle School and is designed for girls ages 10-12. Join us for empowering sessions on: ✨ Navigating friendships 🥗 Healthy eating habits 💪 Building confidence in your choices 🛠️ Resources available to you Plus, enjoy breakfast daily! 🍽️ Please note, busing is not available. Don’t miss out—register online by August 1, as space is limited! https://easdcommunity.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=196 #GirlsConfidence #1Herd

🌊 Attention Summer Swim Families! Due to continued maintenance at the EAHS Pool, swim lessons will be held at the Lakeland School Pool from June 16 to June 20! 🏊‍♂️ 📍 **Location:** W3905 County Rd NN, Elkhorn, WI 53121 (Enter through Door A - pool on your left!) 🚨 Please remember to stay in the pool area and respect Lakeland School’s guidelines. Thank you for your cooperation! 🙌 🚌 The Summer Academy shuttle bus will still run to transport students between the Middle School, High School, and Lakeland School. Reminder: no adult assistance on shuttle buses. **Shuttle Bus Schedule:** 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:30 AM 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 12:30 PM 🕐 Plus, Bus G will drop off students for swim lessons by 12:45 PM! A huge THANK YOU to Lakeland School for their support! Let's show our appreciation! 💙

🌞🍽️ **Attention Families!** The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is here to ensure kids stay nourished over the summer! Free lunch is available for ALL children 18 and under at Elkhorn Area Middle School during Summer Academy. 🗓️ **Dates:** June 16-27 & July 7-18, 2025 ⏰ **Time:** 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. 📍 **Location:** EAMS - 627 E. Court Street, Elkhorn For more info, reach out to Ashley Drake, Food Service Director, at drakas@elkhorn.k12.wi.us. 💚 Did you know? There are many organizations across Wisconsin providing healthy meals to children this summer! Find your nearest location: 📞 Call 2-1-1 📲 Text 'SFSP' to 914-342-7744 Let's keep our kids fed and healthy together! 🍏🌟 #SummerMeals #HealthyKids

🌟 Enrollment for our 4K program for the 2025-26 school year is still OPEN! If your child will be 4 years old by September 1, 2025, they’re eligible to join us for a fun-filled, play-based learning experience! 🎉 EASD partners with local daycares and preschools, plus Options Virtual Charter School, to offer a half-day program, five days a week, designed to help your little ones develop important social, emotional, and early academic skills. Ready to get started? Visit 👉 tinyurl.com/Elkhorn-4K for enrollment details! Remember, if you live outside the Elkhorn Area School District, you'll need to complete an Alternative Open Enrollment application on July 1 along with the EASD 4K New Student Enrollment application. Have questions? Feel free to reach out to the District Registrar at 262-741-9138 or hoffka@elkhorn.k12.wi.us. Let’s kick off an amazing year of learning! 📚✨

🌊 Attention Summer Swim Families! 🌊 We have a change for Session One (June 9-13)! Due to unexpected maintenance at EAHS Pool, we'll be holding swim lessons at the Delavan-Darien High School Pool instead. 📍 Location: 150 Cummings Street, Delavan. Enter through Door #5 on the south side of the building to access the pool. A huge THANK YOU to the Delavan-Darien School District for their support! If you spot a Comet, be sure to show your appreciation! 🏊‍♂️💙 Stay tuned for updates on our pool repairs, and feel free to reach out to Jamie Richardson (richja@elkhorn.k12.wi.us) if you have any questions. Thanks, everyone! #EASDSummerSwim #1Herd #CometNation

🎣 **Get Hooked on Family Fun!** 🎣 Join us for the **FREE Kids Fishing Rodeo** on Saturday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to noon at Babe Mann Park (Proctor Drive, Elkhorn Industrial Park Area)! 🐟 All first-time fishers are welcome, and there will be awesome awards for the most fish caught! 🎉 This fantastic event is brought to you by the Elkhorn Sons of the American Legion Squadron, Post 45 and Auxiliary Unit 45. Don't miss out on a day of fishing fun! See you there! 🌊🎉

🎉 Get ready for the school year with our Third Annual FREE Girls Confidence Bootcamp! 🌟 This 5-day program runs August 18-22 from 9-11 a.m. at Elkhorn Area Middle School and is designed for girls ages 10-12. 🎫Sign up online at tinyurl.com/YXJVK9VU Join us for empowering sessions on: ✨ Navigating friendships 🥗 Healthy eating habits 💪 Building confidence in your choices 🛠️ Resources available to you Plus, enjoy breakfast daily! 🍽️ Please note, busing is not available. Don’t miss out—register online by August 1, as space is limited! #GirlsConfidence #Bootcamp #Empowerment

⚠️ Important Update: Due to the potential for severe weather this afternoon and evening, all home meets and matches are postponed. Please reach out to your coaches for practice updates. 🔒 The EAHS Fitness Center will be closed, and all community use of district facilities has been canceled. Stay safe and keep an eye on the weather! 🌧️

Updated May Lunch Menu for West Side