Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Congratulations and good luck to our Watertown High School Track and Field athletes Jer'Von, Slade and Megan as they are headed to STATE in LaCrosse!
Webster Elementary School 1st graders had fun visiting the Betty Brinn Children's Museum in Milwaukee this week. 🚌
Student enrolled in the Medical Interventions (Project Lead the Way) course at Watertown High School recently discussed how companies mass produce therapeutic drugs, like insulin, using bacteria and green fluorescent protein. In their own experiment, students learned about molecular biology and honed their microbiology lab skills.
Fifth-graders who are members of the Schurz Elementary School Art Club recently enjoyed a field trip to The Vinery, a stained glass studio in Whitewater. They had fun learning about the art of stained glass and even made their own creations.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
**2025 Retiree Recognition**
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. Thank you for your dedication to our schools, and for working so hard to make not only our classrooms, but our community, a better place.
Today we recognize retiring staff member Kristen Wichman for her 27 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Kristen, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
**2025 Retiree Recognition**
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. Thank you for your dedication to our schools, and for working so hard to make not only our classrooms, but our community, a better place.
Today we recognize retiring staff member Cynthia Weisbecker for her 25 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Cynthia, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
Thank you to our district parents and guardians who participated in the recent Nutrition Services survey. 🍎
**2025 Retiree Recognition**
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. Thank you for your dedication to our schools, and for working so hard to make not only our classrooms, but our community, a better place.
Today we recognize retiring staff member Sue Roth for her 36 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Sue, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
Students in Mrs. Hein's AP Environmental Science classes at Watertown High School recently wrote and illustrated their own environmentally-themed children's books. The students then traveled to Webster Elementary School as a group to read their books to youngsters in Mrs. Roth's 4K class. 📗
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Watertown High School students participating in HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) gathered together on Sunday, May 18th for the annual HOSA Dig volleyball tournament at Riverside Park. There were 18 teams with 115 students participating!
The “John Porks” consisting of Addy Faltersack, Cassidy Sue Peplinski, Davis Cashin, Cam Kranz, Jake Hurtgen, and Cal Hurtgen were the champions of the tournament by ousting "The Weenie Grillers” in a close match of three sets.
The tournament is an annual program fundraiser to offset costs of HOSA competitions and related study materials. Thank you to Piggly Wiggly - Watertown for donating food items to the event! 🏐
Endeavor Charter School held its annual Gallery Night on Thursday. During this special event, students select one project from the past school year to highlight and present to the public. They research and create a display to share with visitors, as well as hone their public speaking skills with a live group presentation. In addition, some students showcased their talent at Gallery Night by reading poetry, singing, and playing musical instruments.
Enrollment is now open for students entering grades 9-12 at endeavorcharterschool.org. Endeavor Charter School is located within Watertown High School.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
**2025 Retiree Recognition**
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. Thank you for your dedication to our schools, and for working so hard to make not only our classrooms, but our community, a better place.
Today we recognize retiring staff member Joi-Lynn Rens for her 25 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Joi-Lynn, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
**2025 Retiree Recognition**
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. Thank you for your dedication to our schools, and for working so hard to make not only our classrooms, but our community, a better place.
Today we recognize retiring staff member Kenneth (Scot) Meyer for his 26 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Scot, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
**2025 Retiree Recognition**
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. Thank you for your dedication to our schools, and for working so hard to make not only our classrooms, but our community, a better place.
Today we recognize retiring staff member Rhonda Mecikalski for her 33 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Rhonda, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
🚒 RMS Students Tour New Watertown Fire Department Facility
Eighth-grade students at Riverside Middle School who are participating in the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program attended a Career Exploration Day last Friday. They visited several locations throughout Watertown and had the special opportunity to tour the new Watertown Fire Department station. They were led through the new station by Fire Chief Tanya Reynen. Chief Reynen explained the process to become a firefighter/paramedic and the responsibilities within those roles.
The Fire Department is hosting a community Open House to tour the new facility on Saturday, June 8 from 1-4 p.m.
**2025 Retiree Recognition**
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. Thank you for your dedication to our schools, and for working so hard to make not only our classrooms, but our community, a better place.
Today we recognize retiring staff member Diane McCormack for her 31 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Diane, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
Students at Riverside Middle School are staying fit and learning how to save lives. Ms. Moulton recently shared photos of Panthers playing an exciting game of Omnikin Battle Ball in Physical Education, and 7th and 8th graders in the Healthy Living elective earning their CPR/AED certifications!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
The annual Art Walk and Chalk the Walk took place along Main Street in downtown Watertown yesterday. The rain ended just in time for organizations to set up for this special event. The Bentzin Family Town Square, the Watertown Public Library, downtown businesses, and downtown sidewalks were packed with people viewing artwork, and enjoying games and activities. Thank you to the Watertown Arts Council and the WUSD Art Department for doing such a great job organizing this annual community event. 🎨🖌
