April, May & June Newsletter - Dodgeland School District

THEDODGELANDCONNECTION“Committed to Providing theBest Education For the 21stCentury”Volume X, Issue 5April / May / June 2013Phone: 920-386-4404Fax: 920-386-4498Caryn Neibauer, EditorDodgeland High School Names Class of 2013Valedictorian and SalutatorianDodgeland High School is proud to name the top academic honors for the Class of 2013. Cassidy Schultz, daughter ofTeresa Kulke of Watertown, has received the top honor as Valedictorian, and Erica Tisdale, daughter of Jennifer andLyle Tisdale of Juneau, has been named Salutatorian. We congratulate these fine students and wish them continuedsuccess in their future endeavors!Cassidy Schultz hasearned the honor of beingnamed Valedictorian ofthe Class of 2013 with acumulative GPA of4.177. Throughout herhigh school career, Cassidyhas enrolled in challengingclasses that woulddemand her to think criticallyand apply her skills and abilities. Cassidy is astudent who not only welcomes challenges but embracesthem! She has experienced many academicsuccesses throughout her high school career in additionto her rigorous academic schedule. These successesinclude: National Honor Society, Academic All-Conference and high honor roll throughout her highschool career. Additionally, Cassidy has been a memberof Spanish Club and Academic Bowl; she was selectedas Junior Honor Guard for the 2012 Dodgelandgraduation ceremony. She was also chosen to PromCourt during her junior year.Cassidy is passionate about making a difference forpeople and creating a better life for not only herself,but for those around her. This is evident in the serviceactivities that she has participated in which include:Link Crew member, peer tutor, teacher assistant anddonating her personal time to community charities.The compassion that she has for people in needand wanting to help make a positive impact illustratesCassidy’s greatest asset: her strong, positive character!Whether it is a student needing academic assistance,a teacher seeking help, or a NHS blood drive,Cassidy is actively involved, helping in any way she(Cassidy Schultz - Continued on page 11)Erica Tisdale has earnedthe honor of being namedthe Salutatorian of the Classof 2013 with a cumulativeGPA of 4.048. Throughouther high school career, Ericahas repeatedly challengedherself academicallyby taking every honorscourse our school offers.She is well-liked among students and teachers andhas been a role model for other students at Dodgeland.This is evident by her class electing her Vice-President and Secretary to the Student Council. She wasalso nominated by her teachers to be a member of ourLINK crew, a group of students who act as mentors tounderclassman. She volunteers her time working withmiddle school track students and maintains a commitmentto her church. Her level of responsibility, conscientiousness,and strength in her own values and beliefsare impressive personality traits that are evident to thosewho know Erica.Erica is involved with many other extra-curricular activitiesduring school. She has been a member of the volleyballteam and cross country team for which she waschosen as captain this year. She is an active participantin Math meets, German Club, Mock Trial, NationalHonor Society and Academic Decathlon. She was alsochosen to be on Prom and Homecoming Courts.Erica certainly has a bright future ahead of her; she isbright, involved, committed, hard-working, wellrounded,and charismatic. This fall, Erica plans to attendUW-Madison, majoring in psychology.

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 2 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayApril 1 2 3 4 5No SchoolK-12: Pepperoni PizzaRoasted Butternut Squash, GreenBeans, Caesar Salad & Assorted FruitK-12: BBQ Beef Sandwich9-12: Chicken & Rice Casserolew/Slice of BreadCarrots, Peas & Assorted FruitK-12: Chicken & Noodles9-12: Chicken CrispitoBroccoli, Stewed Tomatoes, SpicyBlack Beans & Assorted FruitFridayK-12: Beef Stew w/Corn Muffin6-12: Chili w/Noodles on the SideCorn, Mixed Vegetables& Assorted Fruit8 9 10 11 12K-12: Italian Hot Pocket6-12: Grilled Chicken SandwichCurried Chickpeas, MediterraneanSpinach, Wax Beans& Assorted FruitK-12: TacosSpanish Rice, Refried Beans, Corn,Red Pepper Slices& Assorted FruitK-12: Spaghetti9-12: Chicken Curry & RiceCaesar Salad, Sweet & Sour Carrots,Peas & Assorted FruitK-12: Fish Sandwich9-12: Barley Chicken CasseroleSweet Potato Fries, Beets,Roasted Cauliflower & Assorted FruitK-12: Mozzarella Dippers w/TomatoSauce 9-12: BBQ Boneless ChickenBreast SandwichSauteed Mushrooms & Onions, BrusselsSprouts, Mixed Vegetables &Assorted Fruit15 16 17 18 19K-12: Hamburger on a Bun9-12: Ham & Noodle Au Gratin w/RollPotato, Cucumber Salad, Zucchini,Black-eyed Peas & Assorted FruitK-12: Beef Burrito9-12: Hot Turkey SandwichCarrots, Roasted Brussels Sprouts,Sweet & Sour Kale & Assorted FruitK-12: Chicken NuggetsWhipped Potatoes, Gravy, Corn,Broccoli, Monte Carlo BlendVegetables & Assorted FruitK-12: Macaroni & Cheese w/GarlicBiscuit6-12: Sloppy Joe SandwichPeas, Caesar Salad, SauteedMushrooms & Onions & Assorted FruitK-12: Pizza Burger9-12: Chicken Pot Pie w/Rye BreadGreen Beans, Summer BlendVegetables & Assorted Fruit22 23 24 25 26K-12: Hot Beef on a Bun6-12: Chicken Alfredo w/BreadCooked Cabbage, Lentils, Peas& Assorted FruitK-12: Honey Lemon Chicken Thighsw/Rice9-12: Jambalaya w/Hush PuppiesSauteed Okra, Onion & Tomato, WaxBeans, Spinach & Assorted FruitK-12: French Toast Sticks w/Syrup9-12: Cheese Omelet w/ToastSausage Patty, Cinnamon StreuselCake, Marinated Vegetables, Carrots& Assorted FruitK-12: Salisbury Steak9-12: Hot Turkey SandwichWhipped Potatoes, Gravy, Corn,Green Beans w/Tomatoes& Assorted FruitNo School29 30 May 1 2 3K-12: Beef Taco Pie9-12: Grilled Chicken Breast on aBunStewed Tomatoes, Zucchini,Mexicali Corn & Assorted FruitK-12: Breaded Chicken PattySandwich 9-12: Beef Noodle Casserolew/Corn MuffinPumpkin Casserole, Broccoli,Lima Beans & Assorted FruitK-12: BBQ Pork Patty Sandwich9-12: Chili Macaroni w/Slice of BreadCarrots, Cajun Black Beans, Peas& Assorted FruitK-12: Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce &Bread 9-12: Hot Ham & Cheese on aBunCaesar Salad, Cauliflower, GreenBeans & Assorted FruitK-12: Fish Nuggets9-12: Turkey Salad on a CroissantBeets, Sweet & Sour Kale, WaxBeans & Assorted Fruit6 7 8 9 10K-12: Chicken & Cheese Quesadilla9-12: Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo &RollMonte Carlo Blend Vegetables,Black-eyed Peas, Pumpkin Casserole& Assorted FruitK-12: Grilled Chicken ParmesanSandwich9-12: Jambalaya w/Butternut BiscuitOkra-Tomato & Onion, LayeredLettuce Salad, Peas & Assorted FruitK-12: Mini Corn Dogs9-12: Ham & Noodle Au Gratinw/Corn MuffinBaked Beans, Sauerkraut, Broccoli& Assorted FruitK-12: Chicken in Gravy9-12: Ham Salad Sandwich on RyeWhipped Potatoes, Corn, GreenBeans, Chickpea Salad& Assorted FruitK-12: Hamburger on Bun9-12: Grilled Chicken BreastSandwichTater Tots, Spicy Edamame, Spinach& Assorted Fruit13 14 15 16 17K-12: Sloppy Joe Sandwich6-12: Sante Fe Chicken & Ricew/Corn BreadCauliflower, Kale, Roasted Parsnips& Assorted FruitK-12: Taco - Both Hard & Soft ShellTortillas w/Lettuce, Tomato, Onion,Sour Cream & SalsaRefried Beans, Corn, Broccoli& Assorted FruitK-12: Chicken & Noodles6-12: Bratwurst on a BunSauerkraut, Baked Beans, Carrots& Assorted FruitK-12: Hot Ham on a Bun9-12: Macaroni & CheeseGerman Potato Salad, Peas, WaxBeans & Assorted FruitK-12: Mozzarella Dippers w/ TomatoSauceCaesar Salad, Mixed Vegetables,Stewed Tomatoes & Assorted Fruit20 21 22 23 24K-12: Ravioli w/Bread Stick6-12: Hot Chicken WrapWax Beans, Texas Caviar,Cauliflower & Assorted FruitK-12: Pepperoni PizzaSauteed Kale, Carrots, Cole Slaw& Assorted FruitK-12: Beef & Vegetable Potato Pie w/Gravy9-12: Tuna Salad on Flat BreadRoasted Butternut Squash, Peas,Sauteed Mushrooms & Assorted FruitK-12: Sub Sandwich9-12: Battered Cod Wedge w/RiceCaesar Salad, Lentils, Beets& Assorted FruitK-12: Grilled Cajun ChickenSandwich9-12: American LasagnaBaked Potato, Broccoli, MixedVegetables & Assorted Fruit27 28 29 30 31No SchoolDODGELAND LUNCH MENU APRIL / MAY 2013K-12: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich9-12: Orange Chicken & Vegetablesw/RiceCole Slaw, Sweet & Sour BlackBeans, Brussels Sprouts& Assorted FruitK-12: Chili Cheese Fries9-12: Chicken Enchilada CasseroleGreen Beans, Emperor’s Blend Vegetables,Peas & Assorted FruitK-12: Mini Corn Dogs9-12: Chicken Ala King Over ToastPointsStewed Tomatoes, Peas & Carrots,Sauerkraut & Assorted FruitK-12: Salisbury Steak6-12: Hot Turkey SandwichWhipped Potatoes, Gravy, Corn,Green Beans & Assorted Fruit

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 3 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONIt’s Elementary, My Dear WatsonFrom the Principal’s DeskI am so proud of our students for raising $5,389.62 duringJump Rope for Heart. The funds collected benefit theAmerican Heart Association. Thank you to all of the familieswho contributed to this cause and helped our studentsexperience helping others in need.As you all know, this year we implemented the new mathprogram, Math Expressions, which has certainly raisedthe level of math work for our students. Each day that Ivisit classrooms to see student learning, I am just amazedby the level of math thinking our students are doing! Wealso know it has changed how parents help with math athome since many strategies used are not how we learnedmath many years ago. Teachers are sending home parentletters that explain and show new strategies to allow youto assist at home. If your child is stuck, it may be morefrustrating if you show them the way you learned. Insteadof becoming frustrated together you can simply write theteacher a note for the following day and contact the teacherwith any questions.For those of you already planning ahead for SummerSchool, the packets of available classes should be comingout in early April. For now you can save the followingdates on your calendar:Session 1: June 17 th -July18 th (with July 4 th off)Session 2: July 29 th - August 15 thBoth sessions will run Monday-Thursday, half-days, witha selection of remedial and enrichment classes.Yours in Education,Mrs. Jessica JohnsonElementary School PrincipalSee what elementary school students arelearning at Mrs. Johnson’s Principal Page athttp://bit.ly/principaljohnson.You can also receive schoolupdates by following us onFacebook. Just search forDodgelandElementarySchool.Read 180Practice, practice, practice! This isour class motto. The more wepractice the more improvement wemake. The Read 180 studentshave been working hard thisschool year practicing reading andwriting skills. They have been reading so many booksand passages this school year, and they have discoveredthat reading is a fun way to learn new things. Here is alist of facts they have learned through reading.Did you know???• The Great Depression was during the 1930’s andmany people had to stand in long lines to get food.• A musher is a person who drives dog sleds oversnow. Mushers guide dog sleds in races like theIditarod.• Jesse Owens won four gold medals in the Olympicsin 1939.• Some pets need special care. We read about a familywho had pet ALLIGATORS!• We learned new vocabulary words like “capture”which means to take an animal by force.• Smoke Jumpers are special firefighters who jumpout of planes to fight wildfires.Book recommendations from the Read 180 Class:• Amulet: The Stonekeeper (series) by Kazu Kibuishi• Cardboard by Doug TenNapel• Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul CurtisMrs. Jennifer HuelsmanREAD 180Dodgeland Elementary School Play GroupsSponsored by our Early Childhood &4-Year-Old Kindergarten ClassroomsAll families with children under the age of 5are welcome to attend.Friday, April 19, 2013 - 1:45-2:45 p.m.Friday, May 24, 2013 - 1:45-2:45 p.m.Questions!! Call 920-386-4404 - Kimberly McLeod atExtension 1110 or Chelsie Hiles at Extension 1117.

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 4 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONDODGELAND BREAKFAST MENU APRIL / MAY 2013MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridayApril 1 2 3 4 5No SchoolAll: Omelet & Muffin6-12: French Toast Sticks& SyrupFruit & MilkAll: Breakfast Pizza6-12: Sausage Links &ToastJuice & MilkAll: Waffle Sticks & Syrup6-12: Large MuffinFruit & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Mozzarella MuffinJuice & Milk8 9 10 11 12All: Cereal & StringCheese6-12: Egg & CheeseSandwichJuice & MilkAll: Omelet & Muffin6-12: French Toast Sticks& SyrupFruit & MilkAll: Breakfast Pizza6-12: Sausage Links &ToastJuice & MilkAll: Waffle Sticks & Syrup6-12: Large MuffinFruit & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Mozzarella MuffinJuice & Milk15 16 17 18 19All: Cereal & StringCheese6-12: Egg & CheeseSandwichJuice & MilkAll: Omelet & Muffin6-12: French Toast Sticks& SyrupFruit & MilkAll: Breakfast Pizza6-12: Sausage Links &ToastJuice & MilkAll: Waffle Sticks & Syrup6-12: Large MuffinFruit & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Mozzarella MuffinJuice & Milk22 23 24 25 26All: Cereal & StringCheese6-12: Egg & CheeseSandwichJuice & MilkAll: Cereal & StringCheese6-12: Egg & CheeseSandwichJuice & MilkAll: Omelet & Muffin6-12: French Toast Sticks& SyrupFruit & MilkAll: Breakfast Pizza6-12: Sausage Links &ToastJuice & MilkAll: Waffle Sticks & Syrup6-12: Large MuffinFruit & MilkNo School29 30 May 1 2 3All: Cereal & Piece ofAll: Omelet & MuffinCheeseAll: Pancakes & Syrup6-12: French Toast Sticks6-12: Egg & Cheese 6-12: Mozzarella Muffin& SyrupSandwichFruit & MilkFruit & MilkJuice & Milk6 7 8 9 10All: Yogurt & Muffin6-12: Bagel w/Cream CheeseJuice & MilkAll: Breakfast Bites& Syrup6-12: Cheese Omelet &ToastFruit & MilkAll: Cereal & Piece ofCheese6-12: Egg & CheeseSandwichJuice & MilkAll: Pancakes & Syrup6-12: Mozzarella MuffinFruit & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Waffle Sticks& SyrupJuice & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Waffle Sticks& SyrupJuice & Milk13 14 15 16 17All: Yogurt & Muffin6-12: Bagel w/Cream CheeseJuice & MilkAll: Yogurt & Muffin6-12: Bagel w/Cream CheeseJuice & MilkAll: Breakfast Bites& Syrup6-12: Cheese Omelet &ToastFruit & MilkAll: Cereal & Piece ofCheese6-12: Egg & CheeseSandwichJuice & MilkAll: Pancakes & Syrup6-12: Mozzarella MuffinFruit & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Waffle Sticks& SyrupJuice & Milk20 21 22 23 24All: Breakfast Bites All: Cereal & Piece of& SyrupCheeseAll: Pancakes & Syrup6-12: Cheese Omelet & 6-12: Egg & Cheese 6-12: Mozzarella MuffinToastSandwichFruit & MilkFruit & MilkJuice & Milk27 28 29 30 31No SchoolAll: Breakfast Bites& Syrup6-12: Cheese Omelet &ToastFruit & MilkAll: Cereal & Piece ofCheese6-12: Egg & CheeseSandwichJuice & MilkAll: Pancakes & Syrup6-12: Mozzarella MuffinFruit & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Waffle Sticks& SyrupJuice & MilkAll: Cinnamon Roll6-12: Waffle Sticks& SyrupJuice & Milk

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 5 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONWhat is the main idea?Fun Ways to Practice“Main Idea” at Homeby Becky L. Spivey, M.Ed.to go camping with me.” Do the details support the sentiment(main idea) on the front of the card? Make cards forspecial friends and family members. Have your child giveout the cards and explain the sentiment to each person.Activities for Older ChildrenThe main idea is a message about the topic that the authoris sending the reader—minus all the details. It is the mostimportant thing the text says about the topic. There aremany ways to teach main idea. See below for some funexamples!Activities for Younger ChildrenGive Me a HandTrace your hand or your child’s hand on a sheet of paper.On each finger write a question word—Who? What?When? Where? Why? Read a story/paragraph/passagealoud to your child. You or your child will write the answersto the WH questions on the appropriate finger.These are the details of the text. Then have your childsummarize the details into one short sentence—the mainidea. You or your child will write the main idea in thepalm of the hand. The details shouldsupport the main idea.Fairy Tale FindRead a fairy tale together. The moral orlesson of a fairy tale is usually the mainidea of the story. At the end of the story,have your child tell you the main idea of the story in onesentence. Do the details from the story support themain idea?Family or Friend?Gather paper and crayons to create a special card about aspecial person. Have your child think of a special personand write a short sentence to describe him/her. For example,“Billy is my best friend in the whole world.” You oryour child will write the sentiment (main idea) on thefront of the card. On the inside of the card help your childlist the reasons (details). “He keeps my secrets. He playsmy favorite games. He helps me with homework. He likesMovies for Main IdeasWatch a movie together. At the end of the movie, haveyour child tell you in one sentence what the movie wasabout. Have him/her write the sentence on a piece of paper.Then have your child write details from the movie tosupport his/her answer. Do the details support the mainidea?Main Idea Cut-UpsCopy sentences from a paragraph or other text and includesome random sentences. Cut the sentences into strips. Onestrip will be the main idea, and the others will be detailsentences. (Some will support the main idea, and somewill be off-topic.) Have your child read the strips and findwhat he/she thinks is the main idea. Then have him/herfind the detail sentences that go with the main idea andtake out those that are off-topic. Do the details match themain idea? Have him/her glue the main idea on a piece ofpaper with the detail sentences below it.Main Idea GraphingAsk your child’s teacher for copies of simple graphicorganizers. You can find free ones to print online, as well.Have your child read a story/passage/paragraph from atextbook or library book. Have your child fill in the mainidea of the story/passage/paragraph in the center of theorganizer and fill in the details around it. Evaluate the detailsand decide if the details support the main idea.Identifying the main idea is important all the way throughschool and beyond. Recognizing the main idea or point isthe most important key to comprehension.Mrs. Nicole LauthMrs. Pam PrinsenSpeech/Language PathologistsFree/Reduced MealsDo you need financial assistance for your children’s meals? Please request an application for Free/Reduced meals from any of the school offices, the Food Service Department, or go to the District’s website(www.dodgeland.k12.wi.us) to print out a copy. This application is accepted anytime during the school year. Pleasecall Cathy Lamb at 920-386-4404 - Extension 1341 with any questions. All information received is held in strict confidence.These benefits can not be identified in the meal line by anyone.Ms. Cathy LambFood Service Manager

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 6 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONDODGELAND LUNCH MENU JUNE 2013MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridayJune 3 4 5 6 7K-12: Cheese Pizza,Green Beans,Carrots & Assorted FruitK-12: Chicken Nuggets,Whipped Potatoes, Gravy,Corn & Assorted FruitK-12: Cheeseburger,Potatoes, Broccoli,Beets & Assorted FruitK-12: Chicken PattySandwichCaesar Salad, Three BeanSalad & Assorted FruitNo SchoolDODGELAND BREAKFAST MENU JUNE 2013June 3 4 5 6 7Cook’s ChoiceCook’s ChoiceAll: Breakfast Pizza6-12: Sausage Links &ToastJuice & MilkAll: Cinnamon RollJuice & MilkNo SchoolFirst GradeThe second half of theschool year has been abusy time for our firstgrade students. In themonth of March alone wecelebrated Dr. Seuss’sbirthday, had a jump-athonfor Jump Rope forHeart, and read with ourbuddies from other gradelevels.We look forward to spring and all the new it brings. We are continuingto work hard in math, reading and writing. We have been experimentingwith iPads in our classrooms and are becoming quite techsavvy.In first grade we celebrate our students’success with P.O.P.S. assemblieswhere the students are awardedsmall prizes for their behavior inour classrooms. We look forward tohonoring more students for followingour school’s Code of Conduct.We will have one final field trip ofthe year where we will travel to theMadison Zoo. Look for more informationto come home soon!Happy spring!Mrs. Marlene ScholfieldMs. Stacey LuchtMrs. Koreen LarsonSpringMiddle/High School ConcertSenior Honors NightMonday, May 6, 20137:00 P.M.Dodgeland Multi-Purpose RoomSpringElementary School ConcertGrades 1 & 3 & 5Thursday, May 9, 20136:30 P.M.Dodgeland Multi-Purpose Room

Volume X Issue 5 Page 7 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONJanuary Students of the MonthKindergarten: James Bacon, Olivia Rennhack, Ava Essers & Lisa Perez1st Grade: Ally Feilbach, Hailey Wessels & Marilia Cabrito2nd Grade: Matthew Caine, Tessa Jaeckel & Ethan Peters3rd Grade: Addisyn Felder, Jai’Lyn Draeger & Braxton Kohn4th Grade: Nate White, Evan Finger & Dylan Kilmartin5th Grade: Sam Cox, Alyssa Buske & Jenelle FoecklerFebruary Students of the MonthKindergarten: Gavin Schoepoerster, Kendra Miller, Karson Marquardt & Tyler Zuehlke1st Grade: Gerhard Villa-Romero, Wyatt Nelson & Elyse Kozikowski2nd Grade: Emma Koch, Rhea Zimmerman & Thalia Barron3rd Grade: Brielle Blome, Ian Arvizu & Angela Jakel4th Grade: Hunter Schultz, Mya Schreier & Samantha Loomis5th Grade: Elizabeth Statz, Katelyn Kohn & Alexandra Maurer-Ireland

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 8 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONNews from 4 th GradeWhere has the time gone? Now that we are well into thesecond semester of 4 th grade, the students will be encounteringsome very challenging new concepts, especially inMathematics. We’ve been studying multiplying and dividingwith larger numbers, using different methods to solveeach. The students are becoming quite the mathematicianswith our new program, Math Expressions. Coming soonwill be equations and fractions! Students need to continueto practice those basic facts nightly. Social Studies has uslearning about our national government, as well as ourgreat state of Wisconsin. We will soon be studying theproperties of matter, energy, and motion with our Scienceseries. We’ll continue to move along steadily, but any supportand monitoring you can provide at home will certainlybenefit your child. Please check his/her assignment plannerdaily.The 4 th grade participated in the 2013 National GeographyBee, sponsored by Google and Plum Creek. Much like aspelling bee, the students had to answer seven rounds ofquestions about our country and world geography. Thiscompetition was held in all the 4 th -8 th grade classes in thestate of Wisconsin before heading to the national level. Our4th grade was represented by student Christopher Link. Notonly did he become one of our school’s top 10 finalists,Chris went on to win the competition here at Dodgeland!Congratulations!We had a great learningexperience when Dodgelandteacher, Mr. ErichLange, came to our 4 thgrade classes and sharedhis knowledge and artifactsof Wisconsin NativeAmericans. The studentswere impressed with thearrowheads and itemsfrom the Copper Culture,some dating 4,000-7,000years ago! We thankedMr. Lange for visitingwith us because it inspiredus to learn more about ourstate’s history. This was evident when we went to Madisonon January 18 th to visit the Wisconsin State Historical Museum.The history of Wisconsin really came to life seeingthe Native American homes, clothing and toys brought toWisconsin by the immigrants, and the farming equipment.We experienced a day in the life of a lead miner and a lumberjack!The rest of our day was spent at the state capitolwhere we learned about the branches of government andvisited the meeting rooms, including the Governor’s ConferenceRoom. We feel lucky now after being able to rubthe nose of the badger that stands guard before the conferenceroom! The students were amazed by the size, the(4th Grade - Continued on page 18)4 & 5-Year OldKindergarten Registration & ScreeningAll children living in the Clyman, Juneau, Lowell & Reeseville area who will be four years old on orbefore September 1, 2013, are encouraged to participate in the 4K and 5K registration and screeningprogram for the 2013-2014 school year.To request a registration packet and to schedule an appointment, please call Marie at Dodgeland ElementarySchool at 920-386-4404 — Extension 1000.Those participatingshould bring to theirchild’s screening appointmenttheir child, theirchild’s birth certificate,immunization record, and the completedforms from the registration packet that theyreceived in the mail.Registration & ScreeningBy Appointment Only!Thursday, May 2, 2013 - 9:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.Friday, May 3, 2013 - 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.Location:Dodgeland Elementary School401 S. Western AvenueJuneau, WI 53039Please use the District Office Entrance (#1)

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 9 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONDodgeland Elementary School students recently concludedanother successful Jump Rope for Heart event, raising over$5,000. Every year our students take part in this amazingcommunity service to help raise money for the AmericanHeart Association and the battle against heart disease. Allof our students participated in a variety of jumping andheart-related activities aimed at sparking their awareness ofheart disease and the related complications.Students raised extra money donations in a variety of waysagain this year, including the most memorable moments:duct taping Mrs. Jessica Johnson to the wall during ourPride Assembly, dressing our wonderful office staff in sillyoutfits, and turning Mr. Schimmel into a duck!We concluded our event with the Third Annual Jump-athon.Students spent an afternoon getting their heartspumping by jumping, hula hooping and dancing! Onceagain it was a successful event. We would like to thankeveryone for generously supporting this worthwhile cause.Hats off to all of our students and especially the followingstudents for their donations:• Brayden Zubke - $400.00• Rogan Derge - $250.00• Ally Feilbach - $235.00• MaKenna Miller - $210.00• Ava Beaudry - $175.00• Miranda, Trevor, Bella Firari - $300.00Mrs. Susan KuhnElementary SchoolPhysical Education Instructor

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 10 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONRead Across AmericaThe elementary school spent the week of February 25 th - March 1 st engaged in various reading activities to celebrate Dr.Seuss’s birthday and Read Across America.We had special dress-up days. Monday – dress like a teacher; Tuesday – wear red, white, and blue; Wednesday – dress likeyour favorite book character; Thursday – wear your pjs; and Friday – wear your favorite hat.During the week, all the students were paired with a student from another classroom for our buddy reading activity. Studentsenjoyed reading, or being read to with their buddies. Students also received a Read Across America bookmark.On Tuesday, February 26 th we had a visit from the author, Michael Scotto. He gave us four tips to help us become betterwriters:READ ** LISTEN ** USE YOUR IMAGINATION ** WRITE SOMETHING EVERY DAYOn Thursday, parents and children gathered at our annual ReadAcross America Family Night. We had a wonderful time readingbooks, listening to a story, and enjoying cookies and milk. The Juneauand Reeseville Public Libraries came and shared a display of booksand information. At the end of the evening, every child who attendedwas able to take home a gently used book. We would like to give aspecial thank you to Kohl’s Department Store in Beaver Dam for donatingthe stuffed animals that every child received.We ended our celebration on Friday with a Dr. Seuss snack of popcornand goldfish crackers.We had a fantastic week of reading and sharing books! Remember toencourage your child/children to be reading at home each night.Read Across America CommitteeMrs. Sue MadsenMrs. Patty BartlettMrs. Debra BattenbergMrs. Gabrielle ZastrowMrs. Kimberly Hanson-HarnischMrs. Rose FobesYvonne Bacon & James Bacon (Kindergarten)Dodgeland Fitness CenterSeptember - May Schedule 2012-2013The Dodgeland Fitness Center is available for use by studentsand community members at the following times:MS/HS Students:(Includes Dodgeland Students & Trojan Jr. Football Athletes)Monday – Thursday - 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. when supervisionis available.Community Fitness: Includes All GraduatesSunday – Friday - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.:Saturday - 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.Family Fitness:Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.;Sunday - 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.• Students younger than middle school age are not allowed touse the Fitness Center, unless involved in Trojan Jr. Football.• Fees are $1.00 per day for community members and graduates.• Enrolled Dodgeland students are allowed free use of theequipment.• Exercise clothing and tennis shoes are required to be wornat all times.• Inclement weather may result in the closing of the FitnessCenter. Cancellations will be made on WXRO 95.3 FMand WBEV 1430 AM.• Contact Susan Kuhn at 386-4404 - Extension 1150; JanisGarland - Extension 1206; Michael Schweitzer - Extension1315; or Ron Miller - Extension 1347 with any questionsyou might have.

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 11 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONMiddle School / High SchoolPictured above are the new inductees: (Front Row) Haley Justmann, Sarah Parbs,Danielle Caine, Yasmeen Housenga, Meredith Skinner, Mikayla Schaalma;(Back Row) Connor Schultz, William White, Lukas Hauptli, Aaron Bailey,Colton Schmidt, and Jesse LynchNational Honor SocietyAt an induction banquet held onFriday, March 8, 2013, twelve newmembers were inducted into theDodgeland Chapter of the NationalHonor Society.Potential new inductees are notifiedof their academic eligibility into NHSat the conclusion of their first semesterof their junior year in high school.To be inducted into the National HonorSociety, students must exhibit thefour pillars of NHS. These are exceptionalscholarship, service, leadership,and character.Scholarship means a commitment tolearning, knowing that hours of hardwork will result in the lasting benefitof a cultivated mind. Service is thequality of doing for others in the hopeto make a better world for tomorrow.In taking the initiative in class andschool activities, the real leader strives to train and aid others to attain the same objective. Character is the force withineach individual, striving to make the right choice on a daily basis.Congratulations to these fine students on their induction into National Honor Society.Mrs. Melissa Schall, AdvisorKohl’s Initiative ScholarshipRecipientCongratulations to Carly Stouffer, who has beenselected as a 2013 Herb Kohl Initiative Scholarshiprecipient. Carly was chosen to receive this $1,000scholarship because of her high level of motivationto achieve and strong promise for succeeding in collegeand beyond. Carly, daughter of MichelleStouffer of Juneau, has been an active member ofthe Dodgeland High School community. She is a letter-earning athlete in basketballand softball, as well as an accomplished musician. Carly has been a memberof Pep Band throughout high school, a district and state level Solo & Ensembleparticipant, and she has sung the National Anthem at multiple sportingevents. She is also a member of Spanish Club. Carly plans to attend UW-EauClaire this fall majoring in Psychology. Congratulations Carly!Ms. Elizabeth FigarskyMiddle/High School Counselor(Cassidy Schultz - Continued frompage 1)can and motivating thosearound her to do the same!Cassidy plans to attend UW-Oshkosh in the fall to studyElementary and Special Education.As evidenced bywhat she does for herDodgeland community, Cassidywill be quite successfulin her endeavors. Congratulationson your accomplishmentsCassidy!Ms. Elizabeth FigarskyMiddle/High School Counselor

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 12 THE DODGELAND CONNECTION“Hold the Date”Happy Spring to our Dodgeland families! This has been atrue Wisconsin winter and many of us are wonderingwhere, exactly, all of this snow is going to go (in our basements??).The good news is that Spring is a time of renewaland new life.Dodgeland High School is excited to move ahead afterhaving experienced the internationally renowned ChallengeDays this winter. We had two excellent leaders,Jake and Malvika, come from California to spend two dayswith staff and students, eighth through eleventh grade, toguide us through their program of music, laughter, games,tears, apologies, renewed relationships, and fresh starts. Idon’t think, in the history of Dodgeland, that there hasbeen a day quite like this, where teachers, students, andcommunity members have been able to play together andget real together, forming bonds of understanding and realizationthat we are all on the same team. Moving forwardinto next year’s high school class is exciting, knowing thatmany of these students and staff experienced a heartchangeat Challenge Day that will influence our culturehere. Thank you to all who participated; for your energy,time, and for “dropping your waterline.”We are also eager to announce that Lamers Bus Company,whose drivers get your students safely to and from schooleach day, is the first bus company in the grant consortiumof Dodge County to put many of its drivers through ourNonviolent Crisis Intervention training. This is groundbreakingfor our area, and we are proud to be in partnershipwith a company of drivers who are interested in investingtheir time and money into increased and improvedrelationships and safety with our students. I spent twomornings with these folks and enjoyed meaningful conversations,brainstorming, and troubleshooting with them.They are dedicated to our kids and our community, and Iam better for having had the opportunity to get to knowthem a bit. Thank you, Lamers.I challenge you to enjoy the rain, jump inpuddles, and as it falls on your face, to let itremind you that it’s good to be alive!Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committedcitizens can change the world. Indeed, it isthe only thing that ever has.~Margaret MeadThere’s something about Dodgeland…Mrs. Tracy SchefflerSite ManagerThe Class of 2014 cordially invitesyou to attend the Grand March oftheir Junior Prom, “Happily EverAfter”, on Saturday, May 18, 2013,at Dodgeland High School in theMulti-Purpose Room. The GrandMarch will begin at 9:15 P.M. We ask that spectatorsnot arrive before 9:00 P.M., and leave as soon as allpictures are taken; approximately 10:00 P.M. Spectatorswishing to stay longer will be asked to pay the costof a ticket, $7.50. Prom will be held from 8:00 P.M.– 12:00 Midnight.The majority of the discussion that was held during theDollars for Scholars meeting held on Monday, February18, 2013 dealt with the awarding of scholarships andpossible fund raisers. The Treasurer reported the recentreceipt of donations from Seneca Foods and LauersdorfConstruction.A presentation was made by Andrew Mehan, a representativefrom Edward Jones, regarding our investments,their earnings, and how to further increase ourearnings.We are pleased to announce that the Brieman familywill be awarding 2 - $1,000 scholarships. There will be3 -$1,000 Vock scholarships, and 3 - $1,000 Dollars forScholars scholarships this year. Applications for all ofthese scholarships are due in the Student DevelopmentCenter by April 19, 2013.Any member of the community who is interested inhelping our organization provide scholarships forDodgeland students is invited to attend our next meetingon April 8, 2013, at 5:00 p.m., in the Middle/HighSchool Student Development Center. There are onlyfour meetings per year and they are usually about anhour in length. Please consider joining us.Mrs. Sandie RettschlagTreasurer

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 13 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONThe Class of 2013The Senior Class of Dodgeland High Schoolannounces its Commencement Exercises.Date/Time/PlaceSunday, June 9, 2013 - 1:00 P.M.Dodgeland High School GymnasiumClass Motto“Do not go where the path may lead; go insteadwhere there is no path and leave a trail.”-Ralph Waldo EmersonNational Honor SocietyBlood Drive is a Success!On Friday, March 8 th , the members of the National HonorSociety completed their second blood drive of the year.While the NHS members are the sponsors of the drive, theBlood Center of Wisconsin provides the team.Dodgeland’s students and community members successfullydonated 46 pints of blood to the Blood Center of Wisconsin.These donations will save nearly 150 lives.Below, NHS member, Diane Barr, lends support to AlexusRemington as she donates.Class FlowerWhite LilyClass ColorsPurple, Silver and WhiteClass Song“Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)”-Green DayKohl’sExcellence Scholarship NomineeCongratulations to Janelle Remington, who has been selectedas Dodgeland’s nominee for the prestigious KohlExcellence Scholarship Program! Her application wassubmitted to the state-wide competition. Janelle is a stellarstudent who has a record of academic success whilemaintaining a high level of involvement in extracurricularactivities. Janelle has been heavily involved in4-H and FFA throughout her life. She has competed at the Wisconsin State Fair andWorld Dairy Expo since the age of seven. Janelle has numerous awards from showingJerseys at these events. She has also been an active participant in the 4H StateHorse Expo. At school, Janelle is an athlete, participating in volleyball and basketball.She was chosen to be captain of both teams during her senior year, and she is afour-year letter winner in both sports. She also participates in rec softball and recbasketball. Janelle has plans to attend UW-Madison in the fall to study Dairy Science.Congratulations on this nomination, Janelle! It is well deserved.Ms. Elizabeth FigarskyMiddle/High School CounselorSubstituteClassroom Aides &Secretaries WantedDodgeland is currentlyaccepting applications forsubstitute classroom aidesand secretaries.If interested, please contactCaryn Neibauer at920-386-4404 - Extension 1014,or by Email at:neibauer@dodgeland.k12.wi.usApplications are availablein the District Office.(Entrance #1)

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 14 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONSchool Counselor’s WebsiteThis is where I post information and resources forparents and students. I update the webpage monthlywith relevant news. There are links to Wisconsin collegewebsites and planning resources for all students.This is also the place to look for scholarship resourcesduring your senior year. To access this information,follow these steps:• Go to the district website:www.dodgeland.k12.wi.us• Under the SCHOOLS tab, click on High School• In the left hand column, click on Student Services• Underneath this, click on School CounselorCounselor ConnectionsACT, which is required for some universities, and recommendedby many. Then, students will receive specializedinstruction in the areas the ACT covers – science, math,English, reading and writing. The course will take placeover the following days. Cost is $50 and registration materialsare available in the SDC.Date Time Topic RoomSat., May 11 th 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Practice Test 319Mon., May 13 th 5:30 -7:30 pm Mathematics 319Wed., May 15 th 5:30 -7:30 pm English/Reading 308Fri., May 17 th 5:30 -7:30 pm Science 318Wed., May 22 nd 5:30 - 7:30 pm English/Writing 3085 th Grade thru 11 th Grade2013-2014 Class SchedulesSchedules for the 2013-2014 school year will be givento students in May. At this time, students will beable to make changes to their schedules for the followingreasons:• A required course needed for graduation did notget into their schedule.• The student failed a class needed for graduationand it needs to be made-up.• The student’s schedule does not have the minimum7.0 credits and a course(s) needs to be added.**Please note schedule changes will not be done inthe fall except for the above reasons.SeniorsSenior Honors NightWed., May 22 nd @ 7:00 p.m., Multi-Purpose RoomEvery year Dodgeland High School hosts a SeniorHonors Night. This evening is reserved to recognizethe accomplishments of our seniors and will be heldon Wednesday, May 22 nd, at 7:00 p.m., in the Multi-Purpose Room. All local scholarships are awardedalong with other scholarships and awards. Seniorswho have received a scholarship from a university orother agency, who wish to be recognized that eveningshould submit a copy of the award(s) letter to Ms.Figarsky. Invitations will be sent to the recipients;however, everyone is welcome to attend.JuniorsACT Prep ClassDodgeland High School will offer an ACT Prep classto interested students. Students will take a full-lengthpractice test, including the writing portion of theACT TestJuniors should plan on taking the ACT twice—once in thespring of their junior year and once in the fall of their senioryear. The Student Development Center has ACT prepguides available to students. Go to www.actstudent.org toregister. The high school code for Dodgeland is 500-980.Test DateRegistration DeadlineJune 8, 2013 May 3, 2013September 21, 2013 August 2013October 26, 2013 September 2013NOTE: Students who receive free or reduced hot lunch areeligible for a fee waiver. Please see Ms. Figarsky if youqualify.CelebrateTeacher AppreciationWeekMay 6-10, 2013Ms. Elizabeth FigarskyMiddle/High School CounselorYour heartfelt dedication helps studentsgrow each day.Thank you for touching the future andmaking a difference in every way!With Deep AppreciationThe Dodgeland Administration &Board of Education

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 15 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONExtra-Curricular ActivitiesLocal StudentsParticipate in DistrictMusic FestivalFront Row: Anthony Brugger, Noah Payne, Jamie Huber, Jada Kohn, Laura Galan, EmmaJaeckel, Jacob Stuebe, Mason Huelsman, Ian Rennhack & Kaleb KohnSecond Row: Vanessa Ziehme, Daryl Burrow, Lexy Turner, Seth Schreier, Allissa Rodi,Mackenzee Uttech, Lillian Chadwick, Emily Reiter, Rhea Matti & Zach YuengerThird Row: Dylan Ziehme, Paul Gruenwald, Patrick Caine, Taya Metzger, Paige Montgomery,Samantha Kaul, Tori Braun, Grace White, Jake Braun & Laura GrulkeFourth Row: Jordan Addison, Abigail Schaalma, Natalia Calvo, Alex Hayden, BriannaVergenz, Carly Stouffer, Natalie Schmidt, Niki Patel, Phillip Wilken, Meredith Skinner,Elizabeth Skinner & Asaf Arvizu (Left/Right)On Saturday, March 2 nd ,Dodgeland Middle and HighSchool music students participatedin the Wisconsin SchoolMusic Association (WSMA)sanctioned Music Festival hostedat Deerfield High School.During the festival, studentsperformed vocal and instrumentalsolos, duets, trios, and smallensembles before an adjudicator.The festival drew students froma number of area schools, includingAbundant Life ChristianSchool, Deerfield, Dodgeland,Fall River, Hustisford,Johnson Creek, Pardeeville,Rio, and Williams Bay.Students performing in the festival receive a rating between 1 (best) and 5; students receiving a 1* are invited to participateat the State Solo and Ensemble Festival, which will be held in Whitewater on Saturday, April 27 th . Qualifying forState Solo and Ensemble is Meredith Skinner with a Musical Theater piece.WSMA music festivals support school music programs as part of a comprehensive education by encouraging the studyof quality music literature; motivating students to prepare and perform to the best of their abilities; improving students’understanding of music literature and concepts (performance through understanding) and providing a performance assessmentto improve individual and group achievement.Deadlines ApproachingMrs. Michelle Kopfer, Choral Music InstructorMrs. Debra Battenberg, Instrumental Music InstructorAs the school year slowly comes to an end, several Yearbook deadlines are also right around thecorner.• Senior Pictures and Baby Pictures are due by April 19, 2013. Pictures can be given to DianeBarr or delivered to room 337. They can also be emailed to Ms. Kay Lee, lee@dodgeland.k12.wi.us.• The deadline to order a High School Yearbook is April 23, 2013. Order forms can be picked up in room 337 orin the High School Office.• Senior Personals. If you would like to congratulate your senior student or wish them luck you can purchase a personalad. Up to 60 words for $25! If you would like to include clip-art, or a picture with your ad, please add another$10. Please contact Ms. Kay Lee or a Yearbook Staff member by May 1 st .• If you are a business owner you can purchase ad space in the High School yearbook: business card size $50, ¼page $75, ½ page $100, and a whole page ad for $200. This year ONLY: Buy an ad in this year’s High SchoolYearbook and get the same ad placed in next year’s K-8 Yearbook. That’s TWO for ONE!Ms. Kay Lee, Yearbook Advisor

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 16 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONDODGELAND BOARD OF EDUCATIONRESOLUTIONSRegular Board MeetingJanuary 28, 2013Resolution #13-01-2637Motion by D. Beal/N. Whiting to approve the minutesfor the following meetings as printed.Finance Committee Meeting – December 17, 2012Regular Board Meeting – December 17, 2012Policy/Curriculum Committee Mtg. – January 14, 2013Personnel Committee Meeting – January 14, 2013Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox,K. Zwieg, S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2638Motion by D. Beal/N. Whiting to table Board action onstudent representation at Regular Board Meetings.Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox,K. Zwieg, S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2639Motion by T. Schliesman/D. Beal to approve the list ofnew/revised/eliminated High School course offeringsfor the 2013-2014 school year, as presented.HS English/Grade 12: Humanities (ElectiveCredit) Added - European Literature andComposition Eliminated – Mass Media, Film& Literature, Science Fiction, Creative Writing,Modern Drama, Short Story, World LiteratureHS Math: Added – Advanced AlgebraHS Science: Change in Course SequencingHS Physical Education: Course DescriptionsUpdatedHS Agriculture: Eliminated – Horticulture;Restructured – Landscape to Fall and SpringCourse OfferingsHS Special Education: Added – New Work Experience& Daily Living Skills CourseHS Art – Drawing: Course Information UpdatedHS Business – Power Point – Course NameRevised to Include MultimediaEliminated Prerequisite Course for PowerPointand Desktop PublishingMotion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox,K. Zwieg, S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2640Motion by D. Beal/T. Schliesman to approve the MiddleSchool configuration and course offerings for the 2013-2014 school year, as presented.Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox,K. Zwieg, S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2641Motion by N. Whiting/S. Seufzer to adopt the DodgelandSchool District Emergency Operations & Crisis ResponsePlan, as presented.Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2642Motion by D. Beal/N. Whiting to approve one OutgoingOpen Enrollment Request for Exception to the ApplicationPeriod dated January 7, 2013, as presented. (Birth Date:11/18/1995)Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2643Motion by D. Beal/T. Schliesman per Act 114 the Board ofEducation determines at this time that Dodgeland is able toaccommodate all regular and special education open enrollmentrequests for the 2013-2014 school year.Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2644Motion by N. Whiting/D. Beal to dispense with the 1 st readingof the following new/revised policies, as presented.#254 Job Description#830-Rule Use of School Facilities Regulations/Rental Feefor Stadium/Field#420-Rule (1) Procedures for Placing Transfer Students#420-Rule (2) Procedures for Enrollment & Placement of HomelessChildren & Youth#523.41 Search of Employee Work and Storage Spaces#671.4 Direct Deposit#735.1 Employee Parking On District Property#771.1 Use of Copyrighted MaterialsMotion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2645Motion by D. Beal/A. Oemig to approve the contract andthe application for the School-to-Career Program, as presented.Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2646Motion by D. Beal/S. Seufzer to approve the following administrativeconfiguration for the 2013-2014 school year,as presented.*High School Principal & Director of Curriculum & Instruction– Christopher Weiss(Resolutions — Continued on page 17)

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 17 THE DODGELAND CONNECTION(Resolutions - Continued from page 16)*Middle School Principal & Athletic Director – MarciaModaff*Elementary School Principal, District Assessment Coordinator& Summer School Coordinator – Jessica JohnsonMotion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2647Motion by N. Whiting/A. Oemig to authorize KimberlyKnudsen and Emma Anderson of Maranatha Baptist BibleCollege to complete their Junior Practicum at Dodgelandduring the second semester of the 2012-2013 school year.Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Resolution #13-01-2648Motion by N. Whiting/D. Beal to authorize the payment ofvouchers for December 2012/January 2013 (Check #51805through Check #51830, and Check #73635 through Check#73798), for a total amount of $1,208,473.74.Motion carried: 6 yes, 0 no, 3 absent (T. Cox, K. Zwieg,S. Rennhack)Regular Board MeetingFebruary 25, 2013Resolution #13-02-2649Motion by D. Beal/T. Schliesman to approve the minutesfor the following meetings as printed.Finance Committee Meeting – January 28, 2013Regular Board Mtg. & Closed Session – January 28, 2013Personnel Committee Meeting – February 11, 2013Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noScreening on Thursday, May 2, 2013, from 9:30 a.m. –4:30 p.m., and on Friday, May 3, 2013, from 8:00 a.m. –3:00 p.m., as presented. There will be no classes for studentsin 4K on Thursday, May 2, 2013.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2652Motion by T. Cox/N. Whiting to authorize the administrationto hold a catered Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Friday,June 7, 2013 (Report & Planning Day), from 12:00-1:00 p.m., in Dodgeland’s Multi-Purpose Room, aspresented.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2653Motion by T. Schliesman/K. Zwieg to purchase Dodgeland’sliability and other insurance coverage as listed, forthe period beginning March 15, 2013 – March 15, 2014,through R&R Insurance Services, Inc., for a total cost of$75,051.00.Property (Selective Insurance Company) $26,769.00Liability: General, Auto & Educators Legal(Community Insurance Corporation) $11,236.00Auto Physical Damage(Community Insurance Corporation) $ 250.00Crime (Hanover) $ 671.00Workers Compensation(Employers Assurance Company) $36,125.00Total Estimated Premium $75,051.00Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2654Motion by K. Zwieg/S. Seufzer to accept the generous donationmade by Venture Manufacturing of materials valuedat $1,620.00 for use by the Technology Education Department,with gratitude.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2650Motion by N. Whiting/T. Cox to approve the followingdates/times and salary proposal for the 2013 SummerSchool Program, as presented.Grades 4K-12 Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 NoonTeacher Orientations: Thursdays, June 13, 2013 & July 25, 2013Session I: (19 days) – June 17, 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, 27July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18Session II: (12 days) – July 29, 30, 31August 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15Years of Summer Enrichment Core Area RemedialSchool Experience Class Class Core ClassNo Experience $18.50 $20.00 $20.001-5 Years $19.50 $21.50 $21.506-10 Years $20.50 $23.00 $23.0010+ Years $21.50 $25.50 $25.50Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2651Motion by T. Cox/S. Rennhack to authorize the administrationto schedule Four and Five-Year-Old KindergartenResolution #13-02-2655Motion by S. Rennhack/K. Zwieg to acknowledge CassidySchultz, daughter of Teresa Kulke, of Watertown, as thesenior with the highest grade point average in her class(4.177), to receive the Academic Excellence Higher EducationScholarship for the 2012-2013 school year. In theevent Cassidy Schultz chooses to attend a school out-ofstatethe scholarship will go to the next highest student, thatbeing Erica Tisdale (4.048), who is ranked #2 in her class,followed by Laura Grulke (4.007), who is ranked #3.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2656Motion by S. Seufzer/A. Oemig to confirm that the DodgelandBoard of Education welcomes the participation of studentsat their Regular School Board Meetings and wouldlike to encourage them to attend these meetings. If studentshave information they would like to share with the Board(Resolutions - Continued on page 18)

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 18 THE DODGELAND CONNECTION(Resolutions - Continued from page 17)they are encouraged to register under the “Public Comments”section of the meeting.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2657Motion by N. Whiting/T. Schliesman to dispense with the2 nd reading and to adopt the following list of new/revisedpolicies, as presented.#254 Job Description#830-Rule Use of School Facilities Regulations/Rental Fee forStadium/Field#420-Rule(1) Procedures for Placing Transfer Students#420-Rule(2) Procedures for Enrollment & Placement ofHomeless Children & Youth#523.41 Search of Employee Work and Storage Spaces#671.4 Direct Deposit#735.1 Employee Parking On District Property#771.1 Use of Copyrighted MaterialsMotion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2658Motion by S. Seufzer/K. Zwieg to authorize the administrationto issue a teaching contract to Ashley McGuire of Hubertus,Wisconsin, as the full-time Occupational Therapistfor the 2013-2014 school year, as presented. The projectedamount of her contract is $45,916.74, which is subject tonegotiations of the base wage for the 2013-2014 schoolyear with the Dodgeland Education Association.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 nofor the track team, during the 2012-2013 school year, aspresented.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2663Motion by T. Schliesman/A. Oemig to authorize AshleyModaff of Juneau, Wisconsin, to serve as a volunteer coachfor the softball team, during the 2012-2013 school year, aspresented.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2664Motion by N. Whiting/S. Rennhack to authorize the paymentof vouchers for January/February 2013 (Check#51831 through Check #51861, and Check #73802 throughCheck #73901), for a total amount of $2,021,571.74.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2665Motion by D. Beal/T. Cox to exclude the DodgelandSchool District as a member of the plaintiff class in a lawsuitfiled against the Wisconsin Education Association InsuranceTrust and WEA Insurance Corporation.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noPublished Per Board Policy #184 &Wisconsin Statutes 120.11 (4)Ms. Caryn NeibauerAdministrative/Board SecretaryResolution #13-02-2659Motion by K. Zwieg/T. Cox to accept the letter of resignation(Dated: January 25, 2013) as submitted by Janis Garlandfrom her position as High School Student Council Advisor,effective the end of the 2012-2013 school year.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2660Motion by K. Zwieg/T. Schliesman to authorize the administrationto issue a contract to Joshua Soldner of BeaverDam, Wisconsin, as the Assistant Track Coach for the 2012-2013 school year. The amount of this contract will be$2,431.80, which is based on Board Policy #535.2.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2661Motion by K. Zwieg/T. Cox to authorize the administrationto issue a contract to Michael Schweitzer as the AssistantSoftball Coach for the 2012-2013 school year. The amountof this contract will be $2,431.80, which is based on BoardPolicy #535.2.Motion carried: 9 yes, 0 noResolution #13-02-2662Motion by S. Seufzer/K. Zwieg to authorize Brandon Justmannof Juneau, Wisconsin, to serve as a volunteer coach(4th Grade - Continued from page 8)beauty of the stone and marble work, and the muralsthroughout the capitol. It was a special treat to see thefossils in the walls and stairways!We continue to emphasize the four components of ourDodgeland Code of Conduct, “Be Respectful, Be Responsible,Be Safe, and Choose Wisely”. Students arerewarded at the end of each month for their positivebehaviors. So far, we’ve enjoyed arts and crafts activities,games, videos, s’mores snacks with hot chocolate,a read-a-thon, and other treats. We’re anticipatingmore positive behavior in the upcoming months, as thestudents will be earning a special field trip.Think Spring!Mrs. Christy KroonMs. Trisha KoellenMs. Christina Abegglen

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 19 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONCalendar of Events — April 20131 Spring Break – No School for Students / Staff2 T-V at Mayville – 3:30 PM2 B-V – Home (Cambridge) – 4:30 PM3 Spring Picture Day (Optional)4 B-V at Markesan – 4:30 PM4 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM5 T-V at Marshall – 4:00 PM6 S-V at Waupun – 10:00 AM6 B-V – Home (Maranatha Baptist) – 1:00 PM8 S-V at Deerfield – 5:00 PM8 Policy Committee Meeting – D.O. Conference Room – 6:00 PM9 S-V – Home (Rio) – 5:00 PM9 B-V at Horicon – 5:00 PM9 DPI Observance Day – Prisoners of War Remembrance Day9 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM10 Dodgeland Sports Booster Club Meeting – Commons – 6:30 PM11 T-V at Mayville – 3:30 PM11 B-V – Home (Columbus) – 4:30 PM11 HS – Forensics Spring Fling Festival – Home – 3:30 PM11 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM11 EL – Captain Wattage Presentation – Grades 5K – Grade 512 MST at Cambridge – 4:00 PM12 S-V at Hustisford – 5:00 PM12 EL – Pride Assembly – 2:15-2:45 PM13 B-V at Living Word Lutheran – 10:00 AM13 DPI Observance Day – American’s Creed Day15 B-V at Fall River – 5:00 PM15 S-V – Home (Williams Bay) – 5:00 PM16 MST at Pardeeville – 4:15 PM16 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM18 T-V at Princeton – 4:00 PM18 S-V – Home (Fall River) – 5:00 PM18 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM18 EL – Family Fun Big Blast Night – 5:00-7:00 PM19 MST at Deerfield – 4:00 PM19 S-V at Johnson Creek – 5:00 PM19 EL – EC / 4K Play Group (Open to Public) – 1:45-2:45 PM19 DPI Observance Day – Patriots’ Day20 HS – State Forensics at U.W. – Madison22 T-JV at Mayville – 3:30 PM22 B-V – Home (Rio) – 5:00 PM22 DPI Observance Day – Environmental Awareness Day22 Finance Committee Meeting – D.O. Conference Room – 7:00 PM22 Board of Education Meeting – Media Center – 7:30 PM23 T-V – Home (Johnson Creek / Rio) – 4:30 PM23 S-V – Home (Horicon) – 5:00 PM23 B-V at Deerfield – 5:00 PM23 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM24 HS – MPTC Rep Visit in SDC during Aspire – 2:32-3:00 PM24 HS – Reality Fair25 MST (Home Meet) – 4:00 PM25 S-V at Fall River – 5:00 PM25 B-V – Home (Johnson Creek) – 5:00 PM25 EL – Grade 5 CounterAct Graduation – 12:45 PM25 Market Day Orders Due26 T-V at Pardeeville – 4:15 PM26 S-V – Home (Deerfield) – 5:00 PM26 B-V at Williams Bay – 5:00 PM26 No School for Students/Teacher Prof. Development – 7:30 AM–3:00 PM26 DPI Observance Day – Arbor Day27 HS – State Solo & Ensemble – UW–Whitewater29 MST at Columbus – 4:00 PM29 Market Day Order Pick Up – 5:00-6:00 PM30 T-V – Home (Deerfield / Fall River) – 4:30 PM30 S-V at Rio – 5:00 PM30 B-V – Home (Horicon) – 5:00 PM30 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PMCalendar CodeEL = Dodgeland Elementary SchoolMS = Dodgeland Middle SchoolHS = Dodgeland High SchoolT-V = Varsity TrackT-JV = Junior Varsity TrackB-V = Varsity BaseballS-V = Varsity SoftballMST = Middle School TrackDates and times are subject to change.Mrs. Mary Beth WreathDistrict Secretary

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 20 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONCalendar of Events — May 20131 HS – Juneau Lions Paideia – Juneau Community Center2 S-V – Home (Hustisford) – 5:00 PM2 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM2 EL – Kindergarten Registration and Screening – 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM3 EL – Kindergarten Registration and Screening – 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM2-4 HS – Landscaping Class Annual Plant Sale3 T-V at Lourdes – 4:00 PM3 S-V at Williams Bay – 5:00 PM3 B-V – Home (Fall River) – 5:00 PM4 S-V at Poynette (Double Header) – TBA6 M/H – Spring Concert – 7:00 PM7 MST at Waterloo – TBA7 T-V at Pardeeville – 4:30 PM7 S-V – Home (Johnson Creek) – 5:00 PM7 B-V at Rio – 5:00 PM7 HS – National Honor Society Blood Drive – 2:30-6:30 PM7 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM8 HS – Juneau Lioness Fine Arts Night – Juneau Community Center8 HS – AP Calc Exam – 8:00 AM8 Dodgeland Sports Booster Club Meeting – Commons – 6:30 PM9 MST at Princeton – 4:00 PM9 T-V at Poynette – 4:00 PM9 EL – Spring Concert (Grades 1, 3, 5 + 5th Grade Choir & Band) – 6:30 PM9-11 HS – Landscaping Class Annual Plant Sale10 S-V at Horicon – 5:00 PM10 B-V – Home (Deerfield) – 5:00 PM10 EL - Grade 3 Field Trip to Horicon Historical Days13 B-V at Johnson Creek – 5:00 PM14 T-V at Lourdes (Conference Meet) – 4:00 PM14 MST at Palmyra-Eagle (Conference Meet) – 4:00 PM14 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM16 S-V at Regional – TBA16 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM16 EL – Grade 5 Field Trip16 EL – 4K Field Trip to Henry Vilas Zoo16 Market Day Orders Due17 B-V – Home (Williams Bay) – 5:00 PM17 EL - Grandparents’ Day - Afternoon18 B-V – Home (Brookfield) – 11:00 AM18 Dodgeland Sports Boosters Club Golf Outing – 9:00 AM18 HS – Junior Prom20 T-V at Regional – TBA20 Finance Committee Meeting – D.O. Conference Room – 7:00 PM20 Board of Education Meeting – Media Center – 7:30 PM20 Market Day Order Pick-up - Commons21 S-V at Regional – TBA21 B-V – Home (Green Lake) – 4:30 PM21 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM22 HS – Senior Honors Night – 7:00 PM23 T-V at Sectional – 4:00 PM23 S-V at Regional Final – TBA23 EL – P.A.L.S. – Room 139 & Room 129 – 3:05-5:00 PM24 B-V at Regional – TBA24 EL – EC / 4K Play Group (Open to Public) – 1:45-2:45 PM27 Memorial Day – No School for Students / Staff28 S-V at Sectional – TBA28-29 B-V at Regional – TBA30 S-V at Sectional – TBA31 T-V at State – TBACalendar CodeEL = Dodgeland Elementary SchoolMS = Dodgeland Middle SchoolHS = Dodgeland High SchoolT-V = Varsity TrackB-V = Varsity BaseballS-V = Varsity SoftballMST = Middle School TrackDates and times are subject to change.Mrs. Mary Beth WreathDistrict Secretary

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 21 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONCalendar of Events - June 20131 T-V at State4 B-V at Sectional – TBA6 Last Day of School for Students6-8 S-V at State – TBA7 Teacher Report & Planning Day – 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM7 Staff Appreciation Luncheon – Multi-Purpose Room – 12:00 PM9 HS – Graduation – 1:00 PM11-13 B-V at State – TBA12 Dodgeland Sports Boosters Club – 6:30 PM14 DPI Observance Day – Robert LaFollette Sr. Day17 Summer School Session I Begins20 Dodge County Emergency Management Training24 Finance Committee Meeting – D.O. Conference Room – 7:00 PM24 Board of Education Meeting – Media Center – 7:30 PM28 World Language Brat Fry—Glenn’s Market, Watertown -10:00 AM - 3:00 PMEL = Dodgeland Elementary SchoolMS = Dodgeland Middle SchoolHS = Dodgeland High SchoolT-V = Varsity TrackB-V = Varsity BaseballS-V = Varsity SoftballCalendar CodeDates and times are subject to change.Mrs. Mary Beth Wreath, District SecretarySpring School BoardElectionTuesday, April 2, 2013City of Juneau,Town of Oak Grove(Vote For One)David D. BealVillage of Lowell,Town of Lowell,Town of Beaver Dam(Vote For Not More Than Two)Andrew OemigSerene R. SeufzerDennis BednarskiReminder: All electors residing inthe Dodgeland School District areallowed to vote for any candidate(s)running for School Board, regardlessof the area they represent.Dodgeland School DistrictSummer School 2013Grades 4K-12Student Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 NoonMonday - ThursdaySession 1 Session 2June 17, 18, 19, 20 - Classes July 29, 30, 31 - ClassesJune 24, 25, 26, 27 - Classes August 1 - ClassesJuly 1, 2, 3 - ClassesAugust 5, 6, 7, 8 - ClassesJuly 8, 9, 10, 11 - Classes August 12, 13, 14 & 15 - ClassesJuly 15, 16, 17 & 18 - ClassesCall 920-386-4404 - Extension 1000 to report an absenceBe sure and check out our new class lists which include:Glee Club, Guitar, Just Bead It,Create with Computers, Let’s Get Cooking,American Girl Fun, Junk Box Wars,Art: Arvizu Style, Survivor (6-8),& Student Instructional Apprentice (7-12)DodgelandBoard of EducationJeffrey Caine, PresidentAnthony Cox, Vice PresidentKathryn Zwieg, ClerkNeil Whiting, TreasurerDavid BealShawna RennhackAndrew OemigSerene SeufzerTroy Schliesman

Volume X, Issue 5 Page 22 THE DODGELAND CONNECTIONSummer SchoolBooklets will beavailable the 1 stweek of April2013.Dodgeland School District401 South Western AvenueJuneau, WI 53039Non-ProfitOrganizationU.S. PostagePaidJuneau, WIPermit No. 29Don’tforgetto signup!ECRWSSPOSTAL PATRONBadger Girls & Boys StateRepresentatives SelectedEight outstanding Dodgeland HighSchool juniors have been selected as representativesat Badger Girls State, whichwill take place at UW-Oshkosh on June16 th - 21 st , and Badger Boys State, whichwill take place at Ripon College on June8 th - 15 th . The annual programs, sponsoredby the Wisconsin American Legion,Wisconsin American Legion Auxiliaryand Juneau Lions Club offer juniorsthroughout the state an opportunityto gather together to learn about leadershipand the workings of a democraticsystem through the creation of their own“state.”Front Row: Dylan Ziehme, Haley Justmann & Phillip WilkenBack Row: Jesse Lynch, Ashley Yuenger, Lukas Hauptli & Geno LeeNot Pictured: Connor Schultz (Left/Right)This year, Dodgeland is sending four men, two women and two alternates to Badger State: Ashley Yuenger, daughterof Matthew and Tammy Yuenger of Beaver Dam, is sponsored by the Reeseville American Legion Auxiliary Unit 190;Haley Justmann, daughter of Andrew and Jody Justmann of Juneau, is sponsored by the Juneau American Legion AuxiliaryUnit 15. Connor James Schultz, son of Kevin and Sandra Schultz of Juneau, is sponsored by the Juneau LionsClub, and Phillip Wilken, son of Dean and Amy Wilken of Juneau, is sponsored by the Juneau American Legion Post15. The two alternate delegates sponsored by the Juneau American Legion and Juneau Lions Club are: Dylan Ziehme,son of William and Deborah Ziehme of Juneau, and Geno Lee, son of Douglas and Virginia Lee of Juneau. ReesevilleAmerican Legion Post 190 is sponsoring two delegates: Lukas Hauptli, son of Daniel and Lori Hauptli of Reeseville,and Jesse Lynch, son of Jeffrey and Linda Lynch of Reeseville.Ms. Elizabeth FigarskyMiddle/High School Counselor