The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. We thank them for their 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 Lisa Clark for her 27 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Lisa, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
Picture 1 - Grades K, 1 & 2
Top Row (left to right): Jameson Goodman, Max Ready, Evan Krueger
Next Row (left to right): Alexis Fox, Jaxx Turner, Arlynn Schueller
Bottom Row (left to right): Tyler Klotz, Cecilia Cumbie, Isla Nienow, Mr. Clark
Picture 2 - Grades 3, 4 & 5
Top Row (left to right): Aviva Kompsi, Sophia Helser, Avery Grulke
Next Row (left to right): Aiden Moore, Zayah Jordan, Harrison Kowalski
Bottom (left to right): Oliver Ewing, Stella Seibert, Kay'Cee Parr, Mr. Clark
Yesterday afternoon, many of our Watertown High School seniors returned to their elementary schools as part of the annual Graduation Walk. Pictured are our seniors at Douglas, LEAP, Lincoln, Schurz, and Webster elementary schools.
Graduation will take place this Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. in the WHS field house. A video link to view the ceremony can be found here - https://youtube.com/live/_-a1HzqtpUA?feature=share.
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During the assembly, students and staff were greeted by the Watertown High School Drumline, Gus the Gosling, LOTS of cheering, and a new friend – Clark, the Webster Wildcat mascot generously donated by the Webster PTO.
Special attendees at the event included Mr. Clark’s extended family and close friends, many of whom introduced themselves with a greeting and short story about Mr. Clark while hidden from view. Mr. Clark had to guess who was speaking – this was great fun!
In addition to welcoming the surprise guests, Mr. Clark was presented with a commemorative gift from student representatives in each grade and the whole school sang a special song to Mr. Clark called “Remember Me.”
It was truly a memorable afternoon, and we wish you all the best in your retirement, Mr. Clark!
The Watertown Unified School District extends its sincere appreciation to all staff members retiring this year. We thank them for their 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 Pochop for her 31 years of service to the WUSD. Thank you, Sue, we wish you all the best in your retirement! 💙
The 14 retiring staff members provided 357 years of combined service to the WUSD. The retirees are (seated) from left: Sue Pochop, 31 years; Lisa Clark, 27 years; Michelle Yelk, 34 years; (back row) Dennis Schwenkner, 10 years; Patricia Loftus, eight years; Mike Gross, 10 years; Pam Suski, 34 years; Lora Konz, 26 years; Wendy Davis, 26 years; Connie Held, 36 years; and Brad Clark, 32 years. Not pictured: Stephannie Gilbert-Crane, 23 years; Jean Heiden, 28 years; and Paul Minning, 32 years. 💙
As a reminder, if your child (or children) will need bus transportation for Summer School, please review and fill out the form linked here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeOkomd0OdO4DCNui2RJT-FnFHUKWnYHWBo4tXs1gF_P0A9g/viewform.
Please call (920) 262-1460 with questions.
The annual Art Walk organized by the Watertown Arts Council and the WUSD Art Department returns to downtown Watertown on Wednesday, May 27 from 4-6 p.m.! This fun, family-friendly event showcases student artwork from across the district, as well as professional pieces created by local artists, in dozens of storefronts downtown. In addition, community members are invited to "Chalk the Walk" by creating chalk art along Main Street sidewalks the day of the event.
The Watertown Unified School District is seeking students who will be 3-years-old as of Sept. 1, 2026 to join our Little Goslings Peer Model Program.
This play-based program is designed around the routines, needs, and social skills 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 Wednesday, May 27 from 10-11 a.m. at Douglas Elementary School. To register your child for a screening or to learn more, contact WUSD Special Education Program Manager Rebekah Faas at faasr@mywusd.org or visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyPrCtYpw16s8f1tc_Lj9tmgz0B8Td94grJXLWax4VcE63tw/viewform.
Pictured with the boxes of cookies just prior to delivery are (from left) Jenny Borst, director of Curriculum & Instruction; Sarah Oudenhoven, interim co-superintendent; Jason Bull, interim co-superintendent; Margaret Brady, director of Human Resources; and Beth Munson, director of Business Services.
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Tracey Rein - Webster Elementary School
Rachel Hanson - Douglas Elementary School
Emma Conti - Schurz Elementary School
Lisa Dominguez - Riverside Middle School
Adam Fessler - Riverside Middle School
Ash Oswald - Watertown High School
Thank you to all these special staff members for all they do for our schools! 💗
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Thank you, Mr. Clark! Go Wildcats!
Today, Friday, May 1, is National Principals' Day!
Join us in recognizing our dedicated WUSD principals for all they do to support our schools. Thank you to Brad Clark of Webster Elementary School, Kayla Wendt of both LEAP and Lincoln Elementary schools, Emily Lessner of Douglas Elementary School, Casey Rusch-Weiland of Schurz Elementary School, Mike Cunningham and Leigh Ann Graf of Riverside Middle School, and Jason Widiker of Watertown High School. 💙
