The Watertown Unified School District Board of Education is seeking to gauge voter support for a potential future operational referendum through a survey that will be mailed to all school district households later this week.
The Board of Education has hired School Perceptions, an independent education research firm, to conduct the survey and to ensure all responses are kept confidential.
The survey has recently been emailed to WUSD staff members, and it will also be emailed to WUSD parents and guardians this week. If multiple members of one household would like to take the survey, additional copies can be obtained by contacting Lynn Linskens at (920) 262-1460 ext. 3202 or by emailing
linskensl@mywusd.org. Each survey contains a unique confirmation code to avoid duplication.
The survey response deadline is Nov. 17. The Board of Education thanks the community for its support of our public schools and strongly encourages all voters in the district to complete the survey. For more information, visit:
https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/spring-referendum.
1 day ago, WUSD Communications
2 days ago, WUSD Communications
Watertown High School FFA students recently hosted the annual "Day on the Farm" where elementary school students come to the high school to learn about animals and farming. During the event, the younger students had the opportunity to pet sheep and rabbits, watch a drone sprayer in action, view tractors, ask questions of the high schoolers and more. It was a beautiful, sunny day for outdoor learning. 🐑🐇🌽
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6 days ago, WUSD Communications
🎃 We hope to see lots of area children with their parents and caregivers at Trunk-or-Treat presented by the Watertown High School National Honor Society this Wednesday, from 3:30-5 p.m. in the WHS staff parking lot. 👻
9 days ago, WUSD Communications
The weather Wednesday evening was perfect for the first Watertown Ceramics Celebration at Watertown High School co-hosted by the Watertown Arts Council and the WUSD Art Department.
During the free community event, attendees viewed raku firing and smoke demonstrations and talked with students as they sculpted and glazed clay bowls, cups and figurines. In addition, pottery, jewelry, and other crafts were on display by local artists.
Mark your calendar for the next free community arts event – the K-12 Student Art Showcase on Nov. 19 at WHS.
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19 days ago, WUSD Communications
Today is National School Custodian Appreciation Day. Thank you to all the members of the Watertown Unified School District custodial staff for their hard work and dedication to keeping our school buildings safe and clean. 💙💛
27 days ago, WUSD Communications
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about 1 month ago, WUSD Communications
The Watertown Unified School District is now hiring substitute teachers!
We are seeking long-term substitute teachers, plus substitute teachers and paraprofessionals to cover absences on a daily basis. If you are interested in substitute teaching, please contact Sarah Miller at
millers@mywusd.org or visit
https://wecan.waspa.org/#/.
about 1 month ago, WUSD Communications
Today we celebrate National Information Technology Professionals Day. Thank you to this amazing team that works so hard to keep us all connected - David Lockstein, Miranda Kluge, Tyler Letlebo, Rich Bowman and Frank Galioto. 💻
about 1 month ago, WUSD Communications
It's the first day of school in the Watertown Unified School District for our students at Watertown High School, Endeavor Charter School, eCampus Academy and Riverside Middle School. Our elementary schoolers officially return on Thursday. Our camera caught up with students arriving at WHS this morning. We wish all our staff and students a great first day of school!
about 2 months ago, WUSD Communications
Earlier this week, the Watertown Unified School District hosted its annual Opening of School Ceremony. During this special event, district staff is recognized for years of service. This year, 14 staff members are celebrating significant milestones with 25, 30, and 35 years of service to the district. We thank all of our staff members for all they do to support our students and families, as well as each other. 💙
2 months ago, WUSD Communications
We are pleased to introduce our new Watertown Unified School District teachers for the 2025-26 school year. Let's give them a warm Watertown welcome! ✨
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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2 months ago, WUSD Communications
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3 months ago, WUSD Communications
Although classes are not in session, our school buildings still buzz with activity. Last week, full-time and summer staff members from both Schurz and Douglas elementary schools were busy deep cleaning and waxing floors at our Douglas campus. Our maintenance and custodial teams spend hours during the summer district-wide cleaning desks, tables and chairs; making repairs; washing windows; shampooing carpets; deep cleaning all restroom facilities; and making classroom, cafeteria and hallways floors shine.
Also taking place at Douglas this summer is the resurfacing of the parking lot and upper playground. It all looks great - thank you!
3 months ago, WUSD Communications
🎒 Back to school is right around the corner!
📒 Classes resume on Tuesday, Sept. 2 for Watertown High School and Riverside Middle School students. Our elementary schools (including 4K) will hold Ready, Set, Go! conferences on Sept. 2 & 3, with school starting for grades 4K-5 on Thursday, Sept. 4.
🏫 Online school registration begins Monday, July 28.
🚌 Bus registration is currently open through Friday, Aug. 8 at https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/page/go-riteway-student-transportation.
🏈 WHS Fall athletes - don't forget to fill out your red card paperwork at https://www.watertown.k12.wi.us/o/athletics.
3 months ago, WUSD Communications
🌟 Register for FREE School Supplies in Watertown ✏
The Watertown Shared Mission Group will again offer free school supplies for families in need for the 2025-26 school year. School supplies distribution will take place Aug. 11-13 at the St. Henry Parish Center, 300 E. Cady St. PLEASE NOTE: FAMILIES MUST PRE-REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE. Registration locations are listed on the flyer below. Registration is open July 21-Aug. 1.
🎒 Donations Sought:
Last year, the Shared Mission Group provided free school supplies to 450 students. The organization is seeking monetary donations and donations of school supplies to support this year's program. They are collecting backpacks, simple 4-function calculators, crayons, glue sticks, pens, index cards, folders, and more. Items in short supply include washable markers, highlighters, one- and two-inch binders, and sticky notes.
SOS school supply collection boxes and/or donation jars will be located at Bradow Jewelers, Bank of Lake Mills, Zwieg's Grill, YMCA and Ehlinger Center, Sweet Talkin' Treats, and PJ's Pizza. To provide financial support, please make checks payable to the Shared Community Mission Group: SOS and mail or drop off at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 413 S. Second St., Watertown, WI 53094.
3 months ago, WUSD Communications
WUSD Nutrition Services will be offering FREE summer meals (breakfast and lunch) to children age 18 and younger while the WUSD Summer School program is in session. The free meals are open to any child in the community - they do not need to be enrolled in Summer School to participate in the free meal program.
The Summer School program runs 6/18/25-7/18/25. Our meal sites are CLOSED from 7/3/25-7/7/25.
IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL MEALS ARE REQUIRED TO BE EATEN ON-SITE.
Children age 10 and younger who are not enrolled in Summer School should be accompanied by an adult. Adults accompanying a child may purchase breakfast for $3 or lunch for $5. Please see the flyers for site locations and meal service times.
4 months ago, WUSD Communications
The Watertown Unified School District has been named a NAMM Foundation Best Communities for Music Education for the 13th consecutive year! This honor recognizes school districts that have a robust, financially supported and fully staffed music program with diverse offerings.
Thank you to the incredible members of our music department staff district-wide, to all our student musicians, and to the parent volunteers that support our music department. 🎶
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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4 months ago, WUSD Communications
Schurz Elementary School 3rd graders in Yesmi Dresser’s class were recently treated to a movie and popcorn for raising the most money for the Schurz Tiger Run. The students also had the unique opportunity to meet Ms. Dresser’s pet gecko, Ginger. In addition, local Watertown Police Department officers recently visited their classroom to talk about bicycle safety.
5 months ago, WUSD Communications
We wish our WUSD staff, students and families a happy, fun, and enjoyable summer. ☀
Tradition. Innovation. Transformation.
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5 months ago, WUSD Communications
