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September 2014 VAHS Wildcats

Verona Area High

School

Sept 2014

Newsletter

300 Richard St Verona WI

53593

Main Office Phone:

(608) 845-4400 Fax:

(608) 845-4420

K-wing Office Phone:

(608) 845-4500 Fax:

(608) 845-4570

www.verona.k12.wi.us

Dates to Note: September: 1 NO SCHOOL: Labor Day 2 1st Day for Freshmen & New Students (See details inside) 3 1st Day for ALL Students (ALL Students report to

Homeroom at 8:30 AM. See details inside) 5 Picture Day! Lifetouch Photo ID’s taken for ALL Students 8 Late Start 8 Senior Yearbook Pictures Due 10 Freshmen & New Students and Families Picnic 5-7 PM

K-wing Commons 15 Back-to-School Night (See details inside) 6-9 PM 18-21 Fall Musical: Godspell 17 Culver’s Counts Day (See details inside) 19 Freshmen/Mentor Dance 9:30-11:30 PM 22 Homecoming Week (Sept 22-Sept 27) 24 PSAT/NMSQT Registration Due 26 Homecoming Game—Verona vs. Madison East 7 PM 27 Homecoming Dance 8-11 PM 28 ACT Practice Test (6-9:15 PM Rm: G116) For Music Events Click: VAHS Music Events For Sporting Events Click: Big Eight Conference Schedules

M ark your calendar for our Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences this year. Conferences are on a first come basis with 10 minute conference sessions.

Thursday, October 30 from 7:15—11:15 AM Tuesday, February 3 from 4:00—8:00 PM (Report Card Pick-up)

L ifetouch will be here on Friday, September 5 to take

photos of all students for Student ID’s. Picture packets

may be purchased at this time. Students will be given a

Lifetouch order form before Picture Day as

payment is due when photo is taken. Friday,

October 10 will be Picture Retake Day.

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Ms. Pam Hammen, Principal [email protected] (608) 845-4410 Mr. Daniel Kigeya Associate Principal Grades 10-12 Last Names A-L [email protected] (608) 845-4412 Ms. Tamara Sutor Associate Principal Grades 10-12 Last Names M-Z [email protected] (608) 845-4411 Mr. Pheng Lee Associate Principal Grade 9, Exploration Academy, GEDO [email protected] (608) 845-4560

Office Hours are 8:00 - 4:00 PM School Day is 8:30 - 3:37 PM Late Start Mondays are 10:00 - 3:37 PM 845-4400 - Main High School Office 845-4500 - K-Wing Office 845-4430 or 4431—Student Services 845-4403 - Absence Call In (Grades 10-12) 845-4503 - Absence Call In (Gr 9, EA, GEDO) 845-4420 - Main Office FAX 845-4570 - K-Wing Office FAX


Ms. Mindy Breunig, Counselor Grades 9-12 Last Names Hp-M [email protected] (608) 845-4626 (845-4588 on Thursdays in K-wing)

Ms. Theresa Brown Counselor Grades 9-12 Last Names Sf-Z [email protected] (608) 845-4429 (845-4588 on Tuesdays in K-wing)

Ms. Carri Hale, Counselor Grades 9-12 Last Names D-Ho [email protected] (608) 845-4426 (845-4588 on Fridays in K-wing)

Ms. Kaila Rabideau, Counselor Grades 9-12 Last Names N-Se [email protected] (608) 845-4491 (845-4588 on Mondays in K-wing)

Ms. Alicia Ziolkowski, Counselor Grades 9 - 12 Last Names A-C [email protected] (608) 845-4427 (845-4588 on Fridays in K-wing)

Mr. Alan Buss, Dean of Students [email protected] (608) 845-4434

Ms. Robin Stalheim, Psychologist [email protected] (608) 845-4528

Mr. Cory Zimmerman, Social Worker Cory [email protected] (608) 845-4433

Ms. Amy Moschkau, School-to-Career Coord. [email protected] (608) 845-4482

Ms. Pat Lynam, Nurse [email protected] (608) 845-4415

Mr. Mark Kryka, Athletic & Activities Director [email protected] (608) 845-4490

Officer Aaron Truscott, Police Liaison [email protected] (608) 845-4483

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2014-2015 VERONA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT CALENDAR

AUGUST 25, 26, 27 NEW TEACHER DAYS AUGUST 27, 28, 29 TEACHER WORK/STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY AUGUST 27 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – SAVANNA OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 2 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS SEPTEMBER 8 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) SEPTEMBER 11 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – BADGER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 11 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – CORE KNOWLEDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 15 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) SEPTEMBER 15 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – VERONA AREA HIGH SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 18 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – COUNTRY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 18 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – NEW CENTURY CHARTER SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 18 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – STONER PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SEPEMBER 22 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) SEPTEMBER 29 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) SEPTEMBER 30 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – CORE KNOWLEDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OCTOBER 2 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT - SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OCTOBER 2 BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT – GLACIER EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OCTOBER 6 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) OCTOBER 13 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) OCTOBER 20 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) OCTOBER 27 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) OCTOBER 30 NO SCHOOL: PARENT CONFERENCES OCTOBER 31 NO SCHOOL NOVEMBER 3 NO SCHOOL: STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY NOVEMBER 7 END OF 1ST QUARTER NOVEMBER 10 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) NOVEMBER 17 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) NOVEMBER 24 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) NOVEMBER 26 NO SCHOOL: TEACHER FLEXIBLE WORK DAY NOVEMBER 27-28 NO SCHOOL: THANKSGIVING BREAK DECEMBER 1 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) DECEMBER 8 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) DECEMBER 15 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) DECEMBER 22 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) DECEMBER 23 LAST DAY BEFORE WINTER BREAK (EARLY DISMISSAL) DEC 24 – JAN 2 NO SCHOOL: WINTER BREAK JANUARY 5 RESUME SCHOOL JANUARY 5 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) JANUARY 12 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.) JANUARY 19 NO SCHOOL



2014-2015

VERONA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT CALENDAR

CONTINUED

JANUARY 23 END OF 2ND QUARTER

JANUARY 26 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

FEBRUARY 2 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

FEBRUARY 6 CKCS MIDDLE AND ELEMENTARY ONLY – NO SCHOOL

FEBRUARY 9 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

FEBRUARY 16 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

FEBRUARY 23 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

FEBRUARY 26-27 NO SCHOOL

MARCH 2 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

MARCH 9 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)


MARCH 20 CKCS MIDDLE AND ELEMENTARY ONLY – NO SCHOOL

MARCH 23 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)


APRIL 3 NO SCHOOL: PARENT CONFERENCES/COMP. DAY

APRIL 3 END OF 3RD QUARTER

APRIL 6-10 NO SCHOOL: SPRING BREAK

APRIL 13 RESUME SCHOOL

APRIL 13 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

APRIL 20 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

APRIL 27 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

MAY 4 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

MAY 11 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

MAY 18 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

MAY 25 NO SCHOOL: MEMORIAL DAY

JUNE 1 K-12* LATE START (K-5 9:25 A.M.; 6-12 AND CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

JUNE 8 K-5* LATE START (9:25 A.M.; CKCS ELEM 10:00 A.M.)

JUNE 11 END OF 4TH QUARTER - LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS (EARLY DISMISSAL)

JUNE 12 NO SCHOOL: PARENT CONFERENCES/COMP. DAY

YOUTH OPTIONS PROGRAM AND DEADLINES FOR STUDENTS:

The Youth Options Program allows high school juniors and seniors to enroll at an institution

of higher education in Wisconsin. Under the program, certain approved courses may be

taken, without cost, that lead to credit that can be applied toward high school graduation,

as well as toward post-secondary programs. A student who intends to enroll in the

University of Wisconsin at Madison, Edgewood College, or Madison Area Technical College

in the spring semester of the school year 2014-2015 must adhere to the following timelines:

1. Make an appointment with your guidance counselor to discuss your plans and choose

courses that work with your graduation pathway.

2. Contact the Admission Office of the college/university or vocational/technical college

from which admission is being sought to determine that application and admission

process required by that institution.

3. By October 2, 2014:

Notify your counselor at Verona Area High School of your intention to attend a college or university named above for the spring semester of the school year 2014-15 under this

program. Use Form PI-8700A which can be secured from your student’s counselor or by going to the website http://www.dpi.state.wi.us/youthoptions/index.html

Please complete the form carefully and turn in to your counselor. Select a course(s) that

is either different from any course, or is an extension (higher level) of a course the high school offers. Fifteen credits per student is the maximum allowed each semester.

4. By November 14, 2014, you will be notified of the action taken by the Board of Education as to whether or not the course(s) you selected will be awarded high school credit and

how much credit you will be awarded. You may register only for courses that have been approved by the Board of Education.

5. If the Board of Education denies either the desired courses or

the number of high school credits awarded, the pupil may

appeal the school board’s decision to the state superintendent

of schools within 30 days after the receipt of the school board’s

decision.

If you have any questions regarding the Youth Options Program, please contact your high

school counselor by dialing 845-4430.

YOUTH OPTIONS PROGRAM Frequently Asked Questions:

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ATTENTION SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS: 2014 PSAT/NMSQT Families of all sophomores and juniors will receive information on the PSAT/NMSQT, including how to register in early September. Registrations will be due to the Student Services office, along with the designated fee of $20.00, NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24. Fee waivers are available for any juniors who qualify. When stu‐dents register they will also be given an official guide to the PSAT/NMSQT, with practice questions and additional testing information.

TEST DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2014, BEGINNING AT 8:00 A.M. IN THE K-WING *Please note that there are a variety of athletic events scheduled for this date. The date is set nationally by the College Board and there is no make‐up date. Please check the school calendar for more information before mak‐ing your decision to register for the exam. Unfortunately, we cannot issue refunds as VAHS is responsible for the cost of each test ordered, based on the number of students who register. Additional information can be found at: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/psat/about.html Questions may be directed to Theresa Brown, VAHS Counselor at (608) 845‐4429 or [email protected].

Athletic Fees and Booster Clubs, by Mark Kryka, Athletic and Activities Director

Athletic fees are primarily used to cover transportation costs. In 2003, after a three year freeze in

the athletic budget, athletics were told to cut $50,000.00 from a $113000.00 budget. At that time,

transportation costs, official fees, uniform costs, equipment costs, athletic trainer costs, and

tournament entry fees all increased, and have continued to do so. Hence, the athletic fees are used to

cover the areas where the budget falls short. Following the cost of transportation, athletic fees are

used to replace uniforms, pay officials and so on. Since this is always a tight situation, booster clubs

work to support and supplement individual programs.

Booster clubs have become a very important part of the athletics program. As the athletic budget has

had to cover many of the increases in areas listed above, with a limited budget, teams have taken on

more expenses that could no longer be covered. Many of the boosters do ask for a yearly booster fee

which helps pay for things that the budget does not cover, and most provide an itemized list of what

the fee is used for. It may pay for additional coaches, practice gear, hats, shirts and team meals after

contests. Parents are encouraged to participate in the booster activities to enjoy a better sense of

what the booster clubs do and enjoy the work to promote their child’s activity.

Seniors who purchased a Parking Pass may pick up their permit in the main office during the first week of school!

Juniors...listen to announcements for your opportunity to purchase a parking permit.



Mindy Breunig Serving: Hp-M 845-4626

Theresa Brown Serving: Sf-Z 845-4429

Carri Hale Serving: D-Ho 845-4426

Kaila Rabideau Serving: N-Se 845-4491

Alicia Ziolkowski Serving: A-C 845-4427

MEET THE VAHS COUNSELING TEAM

MEET THE VAHS ADMIN TEAM

From left to right: Pheng Lee, Associate Principal Pam Hammen, Principal Tamara Sutor, Associate Principal Daniel Kigeya, Associate Principal Alan Buss, Dean of Students


Greetings VAHS families, The Counseling staff is excited to welcome your student(s) back to

school! During this time, students and families often have a lot of questions about making adjustments to class schedules. The Counseling team will be making schedule adjustments based on the following policy.

SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY All schedule adjustments must be made with the student’s grade-level counselor and may require administra-tive approval. Space in courses is limited, and schedule adjustments may only be considered if space is avail-able. Adjustments are not typically allowed after the first three days of the semester and usually only for pur-poses of remediation or to meet graduation and admission requirements. Students who request a schedule change after three days of the semester have passed will be dropped with an “F” (Fail) or a “W” (Withdrawal) depending on the circumstances and reasons for the schedule change. Verona Area High School schedules each student with a counselor in an effort to ensure that placement is as accurate as possible. Additionally, this helps us keep requested courses at the forefront. Course enrollments impact recruitment and assignment of staff, as well, as the purchasing of supplies and materials. Due to these facts, it is necessary to establish formal scheduling procedures. Please note that schedule changes will be made ONLY for the following reasons: *Failure of the student to meet proper course prerequisites *A different course is needed as a result of failure or deficiency toward graduation requirements *Class conflicts (two classes scheduled during the same period) *Recommendation of a post-secondary institution and mandatory for admission consideration *Desire to strengthen a schedule and not take a study hall *Requests a study hall and does not have one within their schedule *Completed a course during summer school, or through correspondence work and a class is no longer needed (official documentation from the institution where the course was taken is needed for any level of considera-tion to be given toward such a request) *Teacher recommendation that confirms the original placement was not appropriate *Extenuating circumstances that do not fall into a category noted above must be submitted in writing to your grade level counselor. All appeals must be signed by a parent/guardian before they will be considered. Your counselor will review and determine if the appeal will be brought before an administrator for final considera-tion. Appeals will only be presented by a counselor. Schedules adjustments will NOT be considered or allowed for the following reasons: * Student wishes to change to improve grade point average * Student states that the class isn’t what one thought it would be or one doesn’t like the class *Student states that the class is getting too hard *Student states that they have changed their mind *Student has concerns with the teacher assignment *Student is unhappy with the lunch period assignment *Student has concerns relating to members of a given class *Student desires to have the same teacher all year or class the same period all year *Student desires to have a release period/study hall/class or a responsibility pass during a specific period Schedule Changes after the Schedule Adjustment Period Any withdrawals from courses after the first three days of class in a given semester will be reported as an “F”, unless that withdrawal is recommended by the instructor or counselor; due to inappropriate placement or ex-tenuating circumstances supported by the counselor or; brought to a building administrator for approval. The high school building administrator’s decision is FINAL on any schedule change requests.

COUNSELOR’S

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Verona Warm Winters, submitted by Chris Mand, School Social Worker

The Verona Kiwanis Club is collecting new and gently used winter coats, gloves, hats, and snow pants to be distributed to Verona Area School District children and families in need. To make a donation, please bring your items to one of the many collection bins throughout Verona and Fitchburg. Collection bins will also be placed at the following schools: Sugar Creek, New Century, Savanna Oaks, Stoner Prairie, Glacier Edge, Badger Ridge, and Core Knowledge. We ask that all donations be clean and in good condition. Donations will be collected through Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014. Donated items will be available for Verona Area School District families in need on Friday, October 24th from 3:30-6:00pm in the Sugar Creek Elementary School cafeteria (420 Church Avenue, Verona). There will be entertainment and food provided. Families who need transportation should contact Chris Mand, VASD Social Worker at 845-4733. Families do not need to register or bring identification to participate. This is a FREE event that helps families get the winter apparel they need to stay warm during our cold months! El Club Kiwanis de Verona está recolectando ropa de invierno nueva o que no haya sido muy usada, tal como: abrigos, guantes, gorras, pantalones para la nieve, etc. para luego distribuirlos a las familias y niños del Distrito Escolar del Área de Verona que los necesiten. Para hacer una donación, por favor lleve la prenda o artículo a uno de los muchos contenedores o depósitos de recolección disponibles en Verona y en Fitchburg. Los mismos estarán ubicados en las siguientes escuelas: Sugar Creek, New Century, Savanna Oaks, Stoner Prairie, Glacier Edge, Badger Ridge, y Core Knowledge. Le pedimos que toda la ropa o prendas que done estén limpias y en buen estado. Todas las donaciones se recogerán regularmente hasta el día miércoles, 22 de octubre de 2014. Todos los artículos donados estarán disponibles para ser repartidos a las familias y niños necesitados del área del distrito escolar de Verona, el viernes, 24 de octubre de 3:30 a 6:00 de la tarde en la cafetería de la Escuela Primaria Sugar Creek (420 Church Avenue, Verona). Habrá entretenimiento y comida. Las familias que necesiten transporte deben llamar a Chris Mand, trabajadora social de VASD al 845-4733. Las familias no tienen que inscribirse ni mostrar una identificación para poder participar. Este es un fabuloso evento y es GRATIS con el fin de poder ayudar a las familias a obtener la ropa de invierno que necesitan para mantenerse abrigados durante los fríos meses invernales.

Junior Prom 2015—April 25

Alliant Energy Center Calling all Junior Parents Be a part of the planning for

Junior Prom 2015! Committees forming (Food, Promotions,

Entertainment, Fashion Show, Treasurer, Decorations)

Meetings: 6:30-7:45 pm KWING Library Oct 6, Nov 10, Dec

1, Jan 5, Feb 2, March 2, April 13, May 4

VAHS Prom Advisor: Sarah Greenlaw [email protected]


AND

VERONA AREA HIGH SCHOOL

INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM

SEPT 17, 2014 FOR CULVER’S COUNTS!

CULVER’S IN VERONA WILL DONATE 10% OF ALL SALES FROM

5-8 PM TO VAHS TO SUPPORT THE VAHS JUNIOR CAREER DAYS

COME JOIN US!


VAHS THEATRE OPENS SEASON WITH

Godspell VAHS Theatre Arts will present the thrilling and energetic musical production of Godspell by Stephen Schwartz, September 18th – 21st, 2014 in the VAHS Performing Arts Center. Auditions for the VAHS Theatre production were held in May and a talented cast of veteran performers and new faces to the VAHS stage began rehearsals in August, preparing the show for performance.

Students featured in the production include Nathan Lucas (Jesus) and Alex Roller (John the Baptist/Judas), supported by an ensemble of VAHS student performers. Verona Senior, Carmen Berkan, will stage manage the production. Cast members began rehearsing on August 11th, participating in a two-week summer theatre camp that focused on training the performers in dance, voice, and staging. In addition, a student technical crew has been constructing scenery during the camp under the technical direction of VAHS alumnus Danny Halminiak. The production will feature costumes designed by VAHS alumni, Kendra Johnson. The show also features the work of guest designer John Dolphin who will be acting as lighting designer. The production will be directed by Steven J Nibbe with alumnus Taylor Nibbe as production assistant. Judy Georgeson, choral director at VAHS, will be the vocal music director with the help of rehearsal accom-panist Maeghann Proper. Eric Anderson will prepare and conduct the pit orchestra and VAHS Alumnus Sarah Bartlett returns as choreographer for yet another production, having previously choreographed thirteen VAHS musical productions. A modern re-telling of the story of Jesus, Godspell is told through the teachings in the Bible to create the uplifting and exciting storyline. As told by Music Theater International, “A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques, and hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs ranging in style from pop to vaudeville is em-ployed as the story of Jesus's life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus's messages of kindness, tolerance, and love come vibrantly to life.” Popular songs written by Stephen Schwartz, such as – Day by Day, We Beseech Thee, Bless the Lord, and many others – help to create the energetic vibe felt throughout the entire show. Many talented high school students make up the cast of this show, and have the opportunity to show their talents in voice, dance, and acting. A show that has continued to touch audiences, this is one you don’t want to miss! Reserved tickets for the production are $12.00 for adults and $7.00 for students and can be obtained by calling the VAHS Theatre box office at 845-4488.

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