BOE Update and District News - August 2026

Home of the Waunakee Warriors Committed to Children - Committed to Community - Committed to Excellence Welcome 2026-2027 School Year Welcome to the Waunakee Community School District Board of Education Update and District News. This monthly newsletter is designed to keep our families, staff, and community informed by sharing Board of Education highlights, district news, upcoming events, important reminders, and celebrations from across our schools. Whether you're new to our district or have been part of the Waunakee community for years, we're glad you're here and look forward to keeping you connected throughout the school year.   Welcome Back from Dr. Monica Kelsey-Brown Click here to read a message from Superintendent, Dr. Monica Kelsey-Brown.   Monthly Meeting Recap and Important Information The Board of Education is made up of seven Waunakee area residents elected by district voters. The Board’s responsibilities include providing public education for children of the district, setting the policies under which schools operate, and hiring the staff to administer these policies. School boards are created by the state legislature, and their powers and duties are delegated to them by state law. The Board holds its regular meetings on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. (Closed Session at 6:00 p.m.) at 905 Bethel Circle, Waunakee, unless otherwise noted on the agenda. The Board uses BoardBook, a web-based tool for preparing electronic agenda packets and maintaining a searchable archive of meeting materials and approved minutes. This is a summary of the Waunakee Community School District Board of Education meeting. It is not the official meeting minutes, but rather a recap to help our school and community stay informed about the work of the Board of Education. Official minutes are posted in BoardBook after they are approved by the Board at a subsequent regular meeting.     August 10, 2026 Regular Board of Education Meeting The Waunakee Community School District Board of Education (BOE) met on Monday, August 10, 2026. You can view the meeting on our District YouTube Board of Education channel. You can access the documents in BoardBook here. November 3, 2026 Referendum On Monday, August 10, 2026, the Waunakee Community School District Board of Education unanimously approved two referendum questions, by a 7-0 vote, to appear on the November 3, 2026 ballot. The two questions include an operational referendum to exceed the district’s revenue limit for recurring purposes and a capital referendum authorizing general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $97.5 million. The capital referendum represents the next phase of the district’s long-range facilities planning at Waunakee Community High School. This work builds on the district’s ongoing planning to address facility needs, support modern learning environments, and plan responsibly for the future. The operational referendum proposes continuing $2.1 million in staff compensation funding that expires after the 2026-27 school year, and adding $2.1 million in staff compensation funds for each of the next 4 years. These funds will only be necessary if future state budgets do not provide funding for staff compensation to be maintained at the average of Dane County comparables to Waunakee.  Community input has been an important part of this process. We encourage our community to learn more about the referendum questions, review the ballot language and supporting information, and stay informed throughout the fall. The Board also reviewed the district’s referendum communications plan, which will provide information and opportunities for the community to learn more leading up to the election. This webpage will continue to be updated with frequently asked questions, financial information, community engagement opportunities, and other referendum resources. Website: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/community/2026referendum Email: wcsd_communications@waunakee.k12.wi.us  Board of Education Monthly Meeting - Actionable Items The following key actions and updates were taken to support the ongoing development and operational needs of the Waunakee Community School District: With a recommendation from the Policy Committee, the BOE approved updates to several district policies, including Grading Scale, Grade Point Average and Class Rank; Staff Communications with Students; Purchasing Approvals; Security Cameras and Electronic Monitoring Equipment; and Use of Unmanned Aircraft (Drones). As a reminder, our policies can be found on our school district website.  The BOE reviewed an updated financial plan related to the proposed November 2026 referendum, including the $97.5 million capital referendum, projected interest rates, timing of potential borrowing, and refinancing planned for October. Following recommendations from the Facility Committee, the BOE reviewed and approved several items related to district facilities, including South Campus and press box security camera changes, the projected project balance at the Waunakee Community Middle School, the Waunakee Community Middle School track, and motorized blackout shades for consideration at the Waunakee Community Middle School. The BOE approved a resolution to establish a district expulsion hearing officer and appointed the district's hearing officer for the 2026-2027 school year. Elementary principals shared their K-4 School Improvement presentations, highlighting school goals, areas of focus, and plans for continuous improvement during the upcoming school year. Waunakee Community High School Principal Deanne Lensert and Director of Secondary Curriculum and Instruction Tim Schell presented the district's 2026 Advanced Placement (AP) results, including recent trends and opportunities to increase student participation.   Welcome to ParentSquare Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, the Waunakee Community School District will transition to ParentSquare as our primary school-to-home communication platform. Special THANK YOU to Heritage Elementary School for being our pilot school this past school year. We appreciate your time, input, and feedback. ParentSquare brings school, district, classroom, activity, and organization communication into one convenient location, making it easier for families to stay informed and connected. Families will be able to receive messages by email, text message, phone call, mobile app, and web portal, with the ability to choose communication preferences that work best for them. Over the coming months, we will share additional information, resources, and instructions to help families get started. We are excited to provide a more streamlined, accessible, and connected communication experience for all WCSD families. Learn more: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/departments/communications/parentsquare   2026-2027 School Year Our online registration for the 2026-2027 school year is live! All families of returning and new students are REQUIRED to register. For more information and details, visit our Registration and Enrollment website. Login to Infinite Campus Parent Portal to register today! Be sure to view our new Family Resource Guide.   School and Community Digital Flyers We continue to streamline our communication for our school district, and part of that work includes our updated Community Events webpage and our partnership with Peachjar. Families now receive a weekly email every Friday at 9 a.m. with upcoming school and community offerings. You can also visit the Community Events webpage at any time to see what’s happening across our school district and in our Waunakee community. This approach keeps our newsletters focused while still making it easy to stay connected and involved! Student Financial Assistance Fund The Waunakee Community School District is committed to ensuring that all students and families can participate in their school communities regardless of a family’s financial situation and ability to pay. Scholarships or payment plans are available to any student who has been approved for the free/reduced meal program, and may be available to any student whose families have a financial need due to unique circumstances. Learn more or support our Student Financial Assistance Fund: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/families/student-financial-assistance   Warrior Spirit We are excited to share a back-to-school online Warrior Corner School Store option for you! We want you to be able to sport the newest gear. There are many options for men, women, youth, spirit, and accessories. Click here to access our online store: https://wcsdapparel2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/ All items can be shipped directly to your home (shipping rates apply) or picked up at Trending Now Promotions (1120 Uniek Drive, Waunakee) at no extra cost to you. The deadline to order is August 28, at which time all orders will be processed. Thank you for your support of our Warrior Corner Store and the Marketing Education program at Waunakee Community High School by shopping locally.   Annual Notices Each year school districts are required by law to share with you the annual notices. Please follow this link to view the 2026-2027 notices.   Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Tours Please save the date! We will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Community Tours on Sunday, September 13, 2026 for our new Waunakee Community Middle School. Annual Meeting and September Board of Education Meeting The Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, August 24, 2026. The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on Monday, September 14, 2026. Please visit our calendars on the district website to view all upcoming meetings.     Visit our District Website Questions? If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links: (608) 849-2000 wcsd_communications@waunakee.k12.wi.us www.waunakee.k12.wi.us

Tuesday, Aug 11 2026

WCMS Waunaconnect 8/6/2026

August 6, 2026   Welcome 2026-2027 School Year We’re thrilled to kick off a new school year with you and your family. Staying connected is the best way to support your child’s success. Each Thursday by 2:30 p.m., you’ll receive a weekly family newsletter via Parent Square from us here in the Middle School office. Inside, you’ll find important reminders, notes from the principal, upcoming dates, and more. Please take a few minutes each week to read it, ask questions, and get involved—we love partnering with you to make this a great year!   Principal Message Greetings WCMS families, With the new school year quickly approaching, excitement is building! We are already preparing for our students' arrival and can't wait to welcome everyone on the first day. We have a wonderful new middle school building! Although this is very exciting, there will also be a number of changes to protocols and procedures, which means there will be some bumps along the way as staff and students learn how to best use the space to meet the needs of our students. One thing that will be new is the amount of open spaces that bring natural light into our classrooms, hallways, and common areas. To accomplish this, there are open spaces between the first and second floors to allow light to pass through from the clear stories above. Additionally, there is a bridge that passes through the cafeteria, connecting the north and south portions of the building, improving accessibility and traffic through the building. Unfortunately, these are also areas of temptation for some students to engage in behaviors that compromise safety. Please take some time to talk with your middle school student(s) about the importance of safe behavior, and that objects being tossed or dropped, accidentally or intentionally, compromise safety and will be treated as such - warnings will not be given, and disciplinary responses will be elevated. We need to send a clear message on this, and we need your partnership to ensure our students understand the importance of treating our new spaces with respect and ensuring that our school is safe for staff and students. Knowing that there are many new procedures and expectations within the new building, we will be spending much of our advisory time during the first two weeks helping students understand how to use and care for the new spaces in the building. That being said, I have already seen many students in the building over the summer - in the gym, fitness center, cafeteria, classrooms, LMTC, and small group instruction rooms (SGIs). They have been awesome with using and caring for the spaces, and have shared how much they love the variety of spaces and furniture for both learning and just socializing. It’s been great seeing their excitement, and also their willingness to dive in and learn within the new school. We are fortunate to get to work with the students and families in our district, within the wonderful facilities our community has supported. Thank you for all you do for our schools. In preparation for the start of the 2026-27 school year, here are a few pieces of information that you and your child/ren will need to get the year started on a positive note. Please save this for future reference, and yet also remember things may change as our needs change. Mr. Kenas Waunakee Community Middle School Principal August 14 - Student schedules available in IC August 17 - 7th grade student gear up days 11:30-4:30 PM August 18 - 8th grade student gear up days 11:30-4:30 PM August 19 - both grades final student gear up day 2-6 PM August 26 - Open House 4-6 pm September 1 - First day for 7th grade September 2 - All students report September 10 - Picture Day September 13 - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Tours 1:00-3:00 PM September 25 - Virtual day, staff work day  District Calendar Visit our district website to view our school calendar! Click on Waunakee Community Middle School and you can view our calendar for the entire school year. Grab the dates and sync our calendar right to your own device. WCMS Important Dates WCMS Important dates at a glance Back to School 2026-2027 The start of the school year is rapidly approaching; classes begin for 7th grade on Tuesday, September 1 at 8:15 AM and for ALL students on Wednesday, September 2 at 8:15 AM. We are looking forward to welcoming your students this fall and celebrating the many successes they will have!     Middle School Traffic Flow Plan With our new school, comes new processes for students arriving to school. Please see the map for the process.   Schedules Student schedules will be available in Infinite Campus on August 14th- please feel free to log in to your IC account and print them out.  As we get closer to the first day of school, please verify that your child’s/children’s schedules have not changed.  Although this is not common, it does occur as we are still working on some room assignments and schedules for new students, and some adjustments will still be made as we learn of issues or conflicts. Our schedule uses a 6-day rotation, similar to what is used in our K-6 buildings.  If you are looking at your child’s schedule and see numbers after a class, that is referring to the days within the 6 day rotation that the class meets.  If there are no numbers, that is a core class, which meets every day.    Gear up days information Student Gear-Up Days are back! We invite parents to attend alongside their students whenever it is convenient during your assigned time window. Can’t make it? Don't worry, you can pick up all the necessary information during Open House on August 26th or on the first day of school. On August 17th, from 11:30-4:30, all 7th grade students may come to get their locker assignment and a school issued lock. They will be able to put school supplies in their locker and walk the halls with their schedule to become familiar with the building. Please print their schedule at home and have them bring it with them to see where their classes will be. 7th grade students will be issued 1 lock. If they wish to purchase a 2nd lock for their gym locker the cost will be $7.oo for a used lock. August 18th, from 11:30-4:30 will be for 8th graders. PLEASE bring your lock with you when you come. If you have lost it, you will need to purchase a used lock for $7.00. August 19 - final student gear up day from 2-6 pm for any student that couldn't make it Monday or Tuesday.   Open House Night Our Open House night is on August 26th, from 4-6pm. This is a great time to come and meet your teachers. If you were not able to come to a gear up day, this is also a wonderful time to get your locker assignment and lock.   Students who ride bicycles/scooters For the safety of our students, all bicycles and scooters must be parked and locked in the designated bike racks behind the school. Please remind your student that the doors near the bike racks will lock promptly at 8:15 AM. Any late arrivals will need to walk around to the main entrance (Door 1) to check in and enter the building.   School Policy Updates As we settle into our new school building, our team has updated several policies to fit our new layout and routines to ensure the best possible learning environment for our students. Because we are adjusting to a new space, we will closely monitor how these guidelines work day-to-day. If we find that certain procedures need fine-tuning mid-year, we will make updates and keep you informed. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and ongoing partnership as we all get settled into our new school!   First Day of School - 7th Grade Only On September 1st, only 7th grade students will be in attendance.  We will spend the morning helping students become familiar with the building, make sure they know how to use their lockers, do some team building activities, and share expectations and protocols for lunch, hallways, recess, etc.  During the afternoon, we will run an abbreviated schedule so they can get familiar with navigating from class to class, while also meeting their teachers.  All 7th and 8th grade students will attend school on September 2nd, which will be a “2” day.   Chromebooks All students are expected to bring their fully charged school-assigned chromebook to school with them each day, including their first day of school. Students new to Waunakee Community School District will be issued a chromebook and charging cable on their first day.  Students or families with smartphones or some other calendar device may want to set daily reminders to start building good habits regarding charging the chromebook every night.  Information on our school's chromebook policies and procedures can be found on our Digital Learning Plan site. Students with chromebook or account problems should report these issues to the LMTC.   Student Cell Phones and Smart Watches Students who bring cellphones to school are responsible for keeping them turned off and in their locker during the school day, which includes the full period of time between the beginning of the first class and end of the last class of the school day.  Students with smart watches should not be using them for communication or other functions other than checking the time throughout the school day, including lunch.  Failure to follow these expectations will be treated similarly as any other student behavior concern.   Busses If your student rides the bus, please be aware that there are occasional disruptions to pick up and drop off times due to driver shortages and absences.   We are hopeful that the shortage of bus drivers does not impact the school day/schedules/activities. However, it is important to realize that there may be adjustments that need to be made throughout the school year.  Lamers is always looking for more bus drivers - if you are interested in becoming a bus driver, or know someone who is, please contact Lamers at 608-850-5253.    2026-2027 Registration Our online registration for the 2026-2027 school year is live! All families of returning and new students are REQUIRED to register. For more information and details, visit our Registration and Enrollment website. Login to Infinite Campus Parent Portal to register today! Be sure to view our new Family Resource Guide.   Pay Online Fees Registration fees and school store items for students in grades K-12 are available in Infinite Campus, except co-curricular fees and middle school/high school class fees. These fees will be due by September 30, 2026. If you would like to qualify for a fee waiver, you must apply and be approved for Free and Reduced Lunch. This application must be submitted each year. The preferred method is to complete the online application in Infinite Campus Parent under Meal Benefits. If you need assistance applying for Free and Reduced Lunch, please see the next paragraph for additional information. Families will begin receiving fee statements for any outstanding fees beginning October 1, 2026. Co-curricular and specific class fees will be assigned at a later date.   Welcome to ParentSquare Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, the Waunakee Community School District will transition to ParentSquare as our primary school-to-home communication platform. ParentSquare brings school, district, classroom, activity, and organization communication into one convenient location, making it easier for families to stay informed and connected. Families will be able to receive messages by email, text message, phone call, mobile app, and web portal, with the ability to choose communication preferences that work best for them. Over the coming months, we will share additional information, resources, and instructions to help families get started. We are excited to provide a more streamlined, accessible, and connected communication experience for all WCSD families. Learn more: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/departments/communications/parentsquare   School Supplies It’s never too early to prepare for the 2026–2027 school year! We’ve kept our school supply lists short and simple this year so back-to-school shopping is quick and stress-free. Rest assured, this is the complete and final list for 7th and 8th grades, no hidden surprises!   Incoming 7th Grade Vaccine Alert! 🚨 What: 2 new required vaccines for 7th grade. Action: Check your student's vaccine records or with their healthcare provider to see if they need them. When: Schedule your healthcare provider/clinic appointments now before summer and fall spots fill up. Details: Click HERE for school immunization requirements. Waiver: These requirements may be waived for religious, health or personal conviction reasons. A WAIVER must be signed and submitted to health staff to meet the immunization requirement.   Opt-In for Text Messages Do you receive texts from the District? If not, please sign-up for district text alerts by sending a text message with the word “YES” or “Y” to the code 67587. You will not be alerted via text message unless your cell phone number is updated in Infinite Campus AND you opt-in to text messaging.   Meet your Principals Jeff Kenas, Principal Jeffreykenas@waunakee.k12.wi.us Mike Zibell, Associate Principal Michaelzibell@waunakee.k12.wi.us   Student Hours 8:15 a.m. - 3:35 p.m. Doors Open: 7:45 a.m. School Day Starts: 8:15 a.m. School Day Ends: 3:35 p.m. The middle school day begins at 8:15 a.m. All exterior doors lock automatically at 8:15. If students arrive after that time, they must enter through door #1 and get a pass to class. Students are expected to be in their classroom, ready to learn by the 8:15 bell or will be marked tardy. Students should not arrive on school grounds before 7:45 a.m. Students who arrive before 7:45 a.m. will be unsupervised causing concern for student safety. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter.   Attendance Information For your convenience, you can submit your attendance request via three convenient options: 1) Infinite Campus- click here to view instructions on how to submit a new absence request in the Parent Portal, view absence requests, and how to delete a request. For questions or help creating a Campus Parent account, please reach out to Julie Gengler, District Registrar, at juliegengler@waunakee.k12.wi.us. You can also visit our school websites under the Family Tab/Attendance for more information. 2) Email - wms_attendance@waunakee.k12.wi.us with your child's name, reason for absence and your name & phone number in case we need to reach you 3) Attendance Line has a 24/7 voicemail that you may use anytime. You may call the attendance line at (608)849-2060 press 1. Please clearly state/spell your child's name, reason for absence, your name and phone number. If you'll be seeing a medical provider, please obtain a note and forward it to the attendance email and we'll be happy to code the absence as medically excused. Please have your student reach out directly to their teachers for any missed work.   Food Service Information Please click here to read a welcome back letter from Taher, our Food Service provider for the school district. Grab all the details on menus, pricing, and nutritional information.   School and Community Digital Flyers We continue to streamline our communication for our school district, and part of that work includes our updated Community Events webpage and our partnership with Peachjar. Families now receive a weekly email every Friday at 9 a.m. with upcoming school and community offerings. You can also visit the Community Events webpage at any time to see what’s happening across our school district and in our Waunakee community. This approach keeps our newsletters focused while still making it easy to stay connected and involved!   Student Financial Assistance Fund The Waunakee Community School District is committed to ensuring that all students and families can participate in their school communities regardless of a family’s financial situation and ability to pay. Scholarships or payment plans are available to any student who has been approved for the free/reduced meal program, and may be available to any student whose families have a financial need due to unique circumstances. Learn more or support our Student Financial Assistance Fund: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/families/student-financial-assistance   Warrior Spirit We are excited to share a back-to-school online Warrior Corner School Store option for you! We want you to be able to sport the newest gear. There are many options for men, women, youth, spirit, and accessories. Click here to access our online store: https://wcsdapparel2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/ All items can be shipped directly to your home (shipping rates apply) or picked up at Trending Now Promotions (1120 Uniek Drive, Waunakee) at no extra cost to you. The deadline to order is August 28, at which time all orders will be processed. Thank you for your support of our Warrior Corner Store and the Marketing Education program at Waunakee Community High School by shopping locally.   Alt Trans. Form for School Event School Health & Medication Guide Waunakee Neighborhood Connection Visit our District Website

Thursday, Aug 06 2026

BOE Update July 2026

Home of the Waunakee Warriors Committed to Children - Committed to Community - Committed to Excellence Welcome 2026-2027 School Year Welcome to the Waunakee Community School District Board of Education Update and District News. This monthly newsletter is designed to keep our families, staff, and community informed by sharing Board of Education highlights, district news, upcoming events, important reminders, and celebrations from across our schools. Whether you're new to our district or have been part of the Waunakee community for years, we're glad you're here and look forward to keeping you connected throughout the school year. Monthly Meeting Recap and Important Information The Board of Education is made up of seven Waunakee area residents elected by district voters. The Board’s responsibilities include providing public education for children of the district, setting the policies under which schools operate, and hiring the staff to administer these policies. School boards are created by the state legislature, and their powers and duties are delegated to them by state law. The Board holds its regular meetings on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. (Closed Session at 6:00 p.m.) at 905 Bethel Circle, Waunakee, unless otherwise noted on the agenda. The Board uses BoardBook, a web-based tool for preparing electronic agenda packets and maintaining a searchable archive of meeting materials and approved minutes. This is a summary of the Waunakee Community School District Board of Education meeting. It is not the official meeting minutes, but rather a recap to help our school and community stay informed about the work of the Board of Education. Official minutes are posted in BoardBook after they are approved by the Board at a subsequent regular meeting.     July 13, 2026 Regular Board of Education Meeting The Waunakee Community School District Board of Education (BOE) met on Monday, July 13, 2026. You can view the meeting on our District YouTube Board of Education channel. You can access the documents in BoardBook here. Board of Education Monthly Meeting - Actionable Items The following key actions were taken to support the ongoing development and operational needs of the Waunakee Community School District: Following recommendations from the Budget Committee, approved the third draft of the 2026-2027 budget. Approved moving forward with planning for both an operational referendum and a capital referendum in the amount of $97.5 million for the election on November 3, 2026. The referendum resolutions will be presented to the School Board on August 10th for formal consideration.  Approved the 2026-2027 testing and assessment schedule. Approved the 2027-2028 school calendar. Approved the continued partnership with the Psychotherapy Center of Waunakee for the 2026-2027 school year. Approved the academics standards adoption for the 2026-2027 school year. Waunakee 4K Programming Miranda Moe, Director of 4K and Arboretum Elementary School Associate Principal gave a 4K program update. As we prepare to welcome our youngest learners, our 4K program is ready for a successful start to the 2026–2027 school year. We are excited to welcome families at all our elementary schools and community partner sites, continuing our strong collaboration to provide high-quality early learning experiences throughout the Waunakee community. Open House events are scheduled prior to the first day of school, giving students and families an opportunity to meet staff, explore classrooms, and become familiar with their learning environment. Transportation planning, including busing information, has been shared with families to help ensure a smooth transition into the school year. We appreciate the ongoing partnership of our community-based 4K providers and school staff as we work together to create a positive and welcoming start for our youngest Warriors. We look forward to an exciting year of learning and growth. Visit our 4K website: https://4k.waunakee.k12.wi.us/ Continuous Improvement Team (CIT) Dr. Kelsey-Brown, District administrators and building representatives shared an overview of the Continuous Improvement Team (CIT) framework, highlighting how each school is using collaborative leadership, data-driven decision-making, and shared accountability to support student success. Teams are aligning building improvement efforts with district priorities while strengthening staff leadership and monitoring progress toward school and Board goals. Building leaders also shared positive early results, including stronger collaboration, increased staff engagement, and more intentional use of data to guide instructional practices and continuous improvement efforts across the district.   Facilities Planning Drop-In Sessions Have questions about facility planning and potential referendum discussions in the Waunakee Community School District? Community members are invited to stop by the District Office for informal drop-in sessions to learn more, ask questions, and stay informed about the future of our schools and facilities. We encourage our community to get involved, share perspectives, and be part of the conversation as we plan for the future of our schools! Mark your calendars: Thursday, July 16 at 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 5 at 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 23 at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 22 at 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.   Welcome to ParentSquare Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, the Waunakee Community School District will transition to ParentSquare as our primary school-to-home communication platform. Special THANK YOU to Heritage Elementary School for being our pilot school this past school year. We appreciate your time, input, and feedback. ParentSquare brings school, district, classroom, activity, and organization communication into one convenient location, making it easier for families to stay informed and connected. Families will be able to receive messages by email, text message, phone call, mobile app, and web portal, with the ability to choose communication preferences that work best for them. Over the coming months, we will share additional information, resources, and instructions to help families get started. We are excited to provide a more streamlined, accessible, and connected communication experience for all WCSD families. Learn more: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/departments/communications/parentsquare   2026-2027 School Year Our online registration for the 2026-2027 school year is live! All families of returning and new students are REQUIRED to register. For more information and details, visit our Registration and Enrollment website. Login to Infinite Campus Parent Portal to register today! Be sure to view our new Family Resource Guide. As a reminder, Alternate Transportation sign-up and fees are due on July 31, 2026. Thank you for your understanding as we plan for the 26-27 school year.   School and Community Digital Flyers We continue to streamline our communication for our school district, and part of that work includes our updated Community Events webpage and our partnership with Peachjar. Families now receive a weekly email every Friday at 9 a.m. with upcoming school and community offerings. You can also visit the Community Events webpage at any time to see what’s happening across our school district and in our Waunakee community. This approach keeps our newsletters focused while still making it easy to stay connected and involved! Student Financial Assistance Fund The Waunakee Community School District is committed to ensuring that all students and families can participate in their school communities regardless of a family’s financial situation and ability to pay. Scholarships or payment plans are available to any student who has been approved for the free/reduced meal program, and may be available to any student whose families have a financial need due to unique circumstances. Learn more or support our Student Financial Assistance Fund: https://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us/families/student-financial-assistance     Warrior Spirit We are excited to share a back-to-school online Warrior Corner School Store option for you! We want you to be able to sport the newest gear. There are many options for men, women, youth, spirit, and accessories. Click here to access our online store: https://wcsdapparel2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/ All items can be shipped directly to your home (shipping rates apply) or picked up at Trending Now Promotions (1120 Uniek Drive, Waunakee) at no extra cost to you. The deadline to order is August 28, at which time all orders will be processed. Thank you for your support of our Warrior Corner Store and the Marketing Education program at Waunakee Community High School by shopping locally.   Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Tours Please save the date! We will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Community Tours on Sunday, September 13, 2026 for our new Waunakee Community Middle School. August Board of Education Meeting The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on Monday, August 10, 2026. Please visit our calendars on the district website to view all upcoming meetings.   Summer Hours As a reminder, the District Office and all school offices will be closed to the public on Fridays. Offices will reopen with normal business hours, five days per week, beginning on Monday, August 17, 2026. If you have questions when a building is closed, please visit our district website for more information.   Visit our District Website Questions? If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links: (608) 849-2000 wcsd_communications@waunakee.k12.wi.us www.waunakee.k12.wi.us

Wednesday, Jul 15 2026