🚌 Celebrate School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! 🌟
February 9-13, 2026 is School Bus Driver Appreciation Week. Join us in recognizing our bus drivers for all they do to support our schools and for the care and safety they provide for our students. Thank you!
February 9-13, 2026 is School Bus Driver Appreciation Week. Join us in recognizing our bus drivers for all they do to support our schools and for the care and safety they provide for our students. Thank you!
The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is holding special community listening and information sessions regarding the potential closure of Lebanon LEAP and Lincoln STEM elementary schools.
The first meeting will take place tonight, Thursday, Feb. 5 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at LEAP Elementary School, W4712 Co. Rd. O. This meeting will be held in the school's gymnasium. Due to fire code restrictions, in-person attendance will be limited to roughly 200 attendees. The meeting will be livestreamed this evening and also available for viewing next week on the WUSD Board Meeting YouTube channel.
Public comments this evening from those in the audience and from those participating virtually will be limited to three minutes each. To access meeting login information to join virtually or by phone, please visit https://go.boarddocs.com/wi/watertown/Board.nsf/vpublic?open.
The listening and information session for Lincoln STEM Elementary School will take place Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Lincoln gymnasium. In-person capacity due to fire code restrictions at that location will be limited to roughly 220 attendees. A virtual meeting link will be provided for that meeting early next week.
The first meeting will take place tonight, Thursday, Feb. 5 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at LEAP Elementary School, W4712 Co. Rd. O. This meeting will be held in the school's gymnasium. Due to fire code restrictions, in-person attendance will be limited to roughly 200 attendees. The meeting will be livestreamed this evening and also available for viewing next week on the WUSD Board Meeting YouTube channel.
Public comments this evening from those in the audience and from those participating virtually will be limited to three minutes each. To access meeting login information to join virtually or by phone, please visit https://go.boarddocs.com/wi/watertown/Board.nsf/vpublic?open.
The listening and information session for Lincoln STEM Elementary School will take place Tuesday, Feb. 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Lincoln gymnasium. In-person capacity due to fire code restrictions at that location will be limited to roughly 220 attendees. A virtual meeting link will be provided for that meeting early next week.
💙🏫 It's School Counselor Appreciation Week and we invite you to join us in thanking our very own caring and compassionate school counselors - Mindy Ganser, Bryce Steckbauer, Kelly Cunningham, Jesse Leonhardt, Lora Konz, Avery Nickels, Erikka Olson, Matthew Dunn, and Amy True. The Watertown Unified School District is fortunate to have you, and we thank you for all you do for our students!
🖍 WUSD 4K & 5K registration opens today at 10 a.m.!
The Watertown 4 Kids (4K) program and the 5K program are open to children who will be four or five years old on or before Sept. 1, 2026. To register, visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/enrollment-and-registration.
Watertown 4 Kids is a community-based and school-based tuition-free four-year-old kindergarten offered at six WUSD and affiliated locations. Full day 4K and full day 4K bilingual options are available. If you are interested in full day 4K, please register ASAP.
If online access is needed to register a child, parents/guardians may register in person at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge St., from 7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please call (920) 262-1460 ext. 3217 to schedule.
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The Watertown 4 Kids (4K) program and the 5K program are open to children who will be four or five years old on or before Sept. 1, 2026. To register, visit https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/enrollment-and-registration.
Watertown 4 Kids is a community-based and school-based tuition-free four-year-old kindergarten offered at six WUSD and affiliated locations. Full day 4K and full day 4K bilingual options are available. If you are interested in full day 4K, please register ASAP.
If online access is needed to register a child, parents/guardians may register in person at the Educational Service Center, 111 Dodge St., from 7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please call (920) 262-1460 ext. 3217 to schedule.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Lincoln STEM Elementary School recently hosted its annual Career Day. Professionals from across our community generously donated their time to talk to students about what they do for a living. Some visitors brought along equipment for students to test or try on, as well as tasty treats!
Thank you to Donald Winkelman/Do Right Concrete; Tonya Maier/Mullen's Dairy Bar; Nick Oliver/WorkSmart Systems, Inc.; Travis Steckbauer/Dave's Plumbing & Repair; Chelsea Deaton/Marshfield Medical Center; Kayla Fonseca/Faith Technologies, Inc.; Tom Delany/Jefferson Co. Human Society, Brad Retzlaff/HeatTek, Inc.; and Stacy Schroeder/Watertown Police Department.
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Grades 2/3 students at Lincoln STEM Elementary School kicked off 2026 by choosing a word of the year.
They reflected on 2025, and identified a word that would help them be the very best they can be this year. Students even made bracelets to wear as a daily reminder of their special word. These Pandas are ready to make this their best year yet!
They reflected on 2025, and identified a word that would help them be the very best they can be this year. Students even made bracelets to wear as a daily reminder of their special word. These Pandas are ready to make this their best year yet!
Watertown Unified School District 4K registration opens on Monday, Feb. 2. Several 4K Open Houses have been scheduled, and are listed in the flyer below.
To register for the Fall 4K program, children must be four-years-old by Sept. 1, 2026. To register for the Fall 5K program, children must be five-years-old by Sept. 1, 2026. Half-day and full-day options are available for 4K. The 5K program is full day. Watertown 4-Kids learning programs include STEM, Environmental & Agricultural, eCampus, Traditional, Multi-Age, Dual Language & more!
For more information, email Cheryl at hollatzc@mywusd.org or call (920) 262-1460.
To register for the Fall 4K program, children must be four-years-old by Sept. 1, 2026. To register for the Fall 5K program, children must be five-years-old by Sept. 1, 2026. Half-day and full-day options are available for 4K. The 5K program is full day. Watertown 4-Kids learning programs include STEM, Environmental & Agricultural, eCampus, Traditional, Multi-Age, Dual Language & more!
For more information, email Cheryl at hollatzc@mywusd.org or call (920) 262-1460.
Attention Parents and Guardians of 3 & 4-year-olds in Watertown!
The Watertown Unified School District is seeking 3 & 4-year-old students to join our Little Goslings Program. The Little Goslings Program is a play-based program focused on routines and social skills and is designed around the needs of our youngest learners with learning delays. As part of the program we seek Peer Models, same aged peers who display strong social skills, communication, and are toilet trained, to join our class. Peer Models help support an inclusive setting for all learners while participating in creative activities, strengthening school readiness and communication skills, and fostering relationships.
The next Peer Model screening will take place January 13, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Douglas Elementary School. To register your child for a screening or to learn more, click the link below or contact WUSD Special Education Program Manager Rebekah Faas at faasr@mywusd.org.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyPrCtYpw16s8f1tc_Lj9tmgz0B8Td94grJXLWax4VcE63tw/viewform.
The Watertown Unified School District is seeking 3 & 4-year-old students to join our Little Goslings Program. The Little Goslings Program is a play-based program focused on routines and social skills and is designed around the needs of our youngest learners with learning delays. As part of the program we seek Peer Models, same aged peers who display strong social skills, communication, and are toilet trained, to join our class. Peer Models help support an inclusive setting for all learners while participating in creative activities, strengthening school readiness and communication skills, and fostering relationships.
The next Peer Model screening will take place January 13, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Douglas Elementary School. To register your child for a screening or to learn more, click the link below or contact WUSD Special Education Program Manager Rebekah Faas at faasr@mywusd.org.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyPrCtYpw16s8f1tc_Lj9tmgz0B8Td94grJXLWax4VcE63tw/viewform.
The Watertown Unified School District invites members of the community to help share information regarding the upcoming April 7, 2026 Operational Referendum. To join in this effort, please take a moment to view and fill out this form by Jan. 8: https://bit.ly/44AhWbO.
Please send any questions to referendum2026@mywusd.org.
Please send any questions to referendum2026@mywusd.org.
Congratulations to our Lincoln STEM Elementary School Pandas of the Month for December 2025! 🐼💫
Students are selected to be Pandas of the Month for displaying academic excellence and positive leadership skills. They are nominated by their classroom teacher and then recognized by Principal Kayla Wendt.
Keep up the great work!
Students are selected to be Pandas of the Month for displaying academic excellence and positive leadership skills. They are nominated by their classroom teacher and then recognized by Principal Kayla Wendt.
Keep up the great work!
Giving the Gift of Empathy 🎁💚💜
Second and third graders at Lincoln STEM Elementary School recently completed their Gift of Empathy project. Through this exercise, students interviewed and observed a classmate, and then created a gift for them based on their interests, needs and wants. Tina Oiler and Miranda Weinheimer are the Lincoln STEM Grades 2/3 teachers. Mrs. Oiler said, "We loved watching our students give and receive the gifts that they worked so hard on - their thoughtfulness and hard work was reflected through their smiles as they shared their gifts with one another."
Second and third graders at Lincoln STEM Elementary School recently completed their Gift of Empathy project. Through this exercise, students interviewed and observed a classmate, and then created a gift for them based on their interests, needs and wants. Tina Oiler and Miranda Weinheimer are the Lincoln STEM Grades 2/3 teachers. Mrs. Oiler said, "We loved watching our students give and receive the gifts that they worked so hard on - their thoughtfulness and hard work was reflected through their smiles as they shared their gifts with one another."
Last Thursday, students and staff at Lincoln STEM Elementary School gathered to honor Dennis Schwenkner for his years of service to the WUSD Maintenance team and to wish him well in his retirement.
Mr. Schwenkner was presented with cards from kindergarteners and first-graders, a book with ideas on how to spend his new free time by second and third-graders, and a service award and letter signed by all the fourth and fifth-graders thanking him for his hard work and dedication. In addition, Mr. Schwenkner was presented with a special portrait created by 3rd grader Harry Singer, plus a gift certificate from staff.
Thank you, Mr. Schwenkner, for your service to the WUSD!
Mr. Schwenkner was presented with cards from kindergarteners and first-graders, a book with ideas on how to spend his new free time by second and third-graders, and a service award and letter signed by all the fourth and fifth-graders thanking him for his hard work and dedication. In addition, Mr. Schwenkner was presented with a special portrait created by 3rd grader Harry Singer, plus a gift certificate from staff.
Thank you, Mr. Schwenkner, for your service to the WUSD!
Don't forget, tomorrow (Tues. Dec. 23) is an early release day for the Watertown Unified School District. Schools will dismiss tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. Happy Holidays! 🎄
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Join us tonight for Briefings with Supt. Dr. Jarred Burke from 6-7 p.m. at the Watertown Public Library. This will be a great opportunity to learn more about the upcoming operational referendum and to discuss issues relevant to the Watertown Unified School District.
Please come with questions - we look forward to seeing you there!
Please come with questions - we look forward to seeing you there!
We're proud to be Goslings everyday. 🌟
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
We have so much to celebrate everyday at the Watertown Unified School District. Thank you to our students, staff, families, and community members for supporting our schools. 💙
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Congratulations to our Lincoln STEM Elementary School Pandas of the Month for November! 🐼💫
Students are selected to be Pandas of the Month for displaying academic excellence and positive leadership skills. They are nominated by their classroom teacher and then recognized by Principal Kayla Wendt.
Keep up the great work!
Students are selected to be Pandas of the Month for displaying academic excellence and positive leadership skills. They are nominated by their classroom teacher and then recognized by Principal Kayla Wendt.
Keep up the great work!
🎄 Join us for Carols & Bells - the annual Watertown High School Music Department holiday concert. 🎶
Performances are set for this Sunday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. and Monday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. in the WHS auditorium. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to get into the holiday spirit. We have an outstanding music program and we hope to see our auditorium filled for both performances!
This special event is open to the public. Tickets are $5 for adults and $4 for seniors and children under 18. Tickets may be purchased online at goslingmusic.org, or in person at the WHS front office between 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. M-F.
This magical concert features non-stop music on a grand stage from five ensembles, and an opportunity for attendees to participate in sing-a-long carols. This will be an event you won't want to miss!
Performances are set for this Sunday, Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. and Monday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. in the WHS auditorium. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to get into the holiday spirit. We have an outstanding music program and we hope to see our auditorium filled for both performances!
This special event is open to the public. Tickets are $5 for adults and $4 for seniors and children under 18. Tickets may be purchased online at goslingmusic.org, or in person at the WHS front office between 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. M-F.
This magical concert features non-stop music on a grand stage from five ensembles, and an opportunity for attendees to participate in sing-a-long carols. This will be an event you won't want to miss!
Innovator in Action Award 💫
Congratulations to Maryah Theis for receiving the first Innovator in Action Award at Lincoln STEM Elementary school for the 2025-26 school year. Innovators in Action show excellence in innovative thinking and the use of transportable skills such as problem solving, critical and creative thinking, collaboration, communication, and ethical reasoning.
Maryah was recognized for her work in developing a creative solution to help younger students in their learning. Way to go, Maryah!
Congratulations to Maryah Theis for receiving the first Innovator in Action Award at Lincoln STEM Elementary school for the 2025-26 school year. Innovators in Action show excellence in innovative thinking and the use of transportable skills such as problem solving, critical and creative thinking, collaboration, communication, and ethical reasoning.
Maryah was recognized for her work in developing a creative solution to help younger students in their learning. Way to go, Maryah!
Stuff the Bus this past Saturday was a success! 🎄🚒
Thank you to everyone who dropped off donations to benefit WUSD students in need. Thank you also to our amazing volunteers and the Watertown Park and Rec Dept. for partnering with us for this event. We would like to extend an extra special thank you to DH Enterprises for use of the school bus, the Watertown Lions Club for their $700 donation, and to EZ-Promotion & Apparel for their donation of multiple boxes of new pants, t-shirts and sweatshirts.
It was a great day to be a Gosling!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
Thank you to everyone who dropped off donations to benefit WUSD students in need. Thank you also to our amazing volunteers and the Watertown Park and Rec Dept. for partnering with us for this event. We would like to extend an extra special thank you to DH Enterprises for use of the school bus, the Watertown Lions Club for their $700 donation, and to EZ-Promotion & Apparel for their donation of multiple boxes of new pants, t-shirts and sweatshirts.
It was a great day to be a Gosling!
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
#WatertownWay!
