JUNE 2024

Principal Message

Dear RAHS families,


It is hard to believe that we are nearing the final days of the school year!  


We have an end-of-semester schedule that will be posted on our website (please note the change in schedule for June 5, 6, and 7). Buses will be at RAHS by 12:15 p.m. on Friday, June 7. 


This time of year brings so much joy because of the RAHS community and the greater Reedsburg community. I am grateful for all who step up throughout the year to support the work that our students are doing. The Class of 2024 commencement ceremony reminded me of all of the things our students do in and out of the classroom–and all of the great things that lie ahead for them.  


The work to prepare for the 2024-2025 school year is already underway. We are excited to introduce Mr. Matt Bauer, the new RAHS Associate Principal. We introduced him to students and staff on March 28 (and he was a guest on the Beaver Tracks podcast linked here). His enthusiasm, positive energy, and ability to cultivate positive relationships will make him a great addition to an already strong team! As I transition into my new role at the district office, I am so excited that Katie Mathews will be moving into the principal’s office. She is a strong leader with a focus on academic programming and a desire to maintain a positive learning culture for students and staff. RAHS is a great place to learn and a fun place to be!


We hope you all have a wonderful summer!

Respectfully,


Matt Terry, Principal

Katie Mathews, Associate Principal


End of the Semester Schedule

ADDRESS:

1100 S. Albert Avenue

Reedsburg, WI 53959

CONTACT:

MAIN: (608) 768-8928

FAX: (608) 768-8929

OFFICE HOURS:

MONDAY THRU FRIDAY

7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Quick Links

Events

JUNE 4:

The Den Food Market - Last Distribution of the School Year


JUNE 7:

Last Day of School - Early Release (see below)


JUNE 10: Beaver Speed and Strength RAHS Summer Classes Begin


JUNE 16:

Father's Day


JUNE 17 - JULY 17:

RAHS Summer School


JUNE 17:

School Board Meeting 7:00 p.m.


JULY 4:

Celebrate America

JULY 14 - AUGUST 1:

Summer School


JULY 15:

School Board Meeting 7:00 p.m.


JULY 19 - 21:

RAHS Junior Players Performances


AUGUST 1:

K-12 Registration, RAHS, 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.


AUGUST 6:

K-12 Registration, RAHS, 1:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

RAHS Summer Office Hours


Beginning Monday, June 10

Monday - Thursday:

7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  


School Counseling Office

The office has limited hours. If the secretary or school counselors are not available, they will respond to voicemail and email inquiries on a regular basis.


Summer hours will end on Friday, August 23, 2024.

Busses will arrive at RAHS at

12:15 p.m. on Friday, June 7, 2024


Have a FUN And SAFE Summer!!

SUMMER TUTOR LIST


If you feel your child would benefit from a tutor this summer, click on the link below for a list of those names. Location, time and price are between the Family and the Tutor.


Summer Tutor List

END-OF-YEAR REMINDERS


Last Day of School: For Kindergarten through 11th grade students, the last day of school will be Friday, June 7. Buses will pick up at RAHS at 12:15 p.m.


Library Books: Please return all library books if you have not done so yet.


Registration & Library Fees: Please pay all unpaid fees as they do accumulate to next year. If you need to know if your child's has an outstanding balance, you can check in Skyward Family Access or contact your child's school office


OTC & Prescription Medications: At the end of the school year, parents and guardians are asked to pick up all unused medications from the school Health Room. Please make arrangements to have your child's medication picked up no later than June 7th. Medications not picked up will be disposed of through the Reedsburg Police Department Disposal box. 2024-2025 Medication Consent form can be found in the link or from your child's school office. These forms can be completed after July 1, 2024.


Locker Clean Out: All lockers must be cleaned out by Friday, June 7, at 4:00 p.m. Anything left in the lockers will be disposed of or donated.


Lost & Found: Any items left after June 7 at 4:00 p.m. will be disposed of or donated.

Parents and Students Should Check Attendance Regularly


Log in to your Skyward Family Access Account


To excuse any absence, the attendance desk must receive one of the following stating the reason for the absence: 



  • a phone call to the attendance office: (608) 768-8928 Ext. 1101
  • a written, signed note from a parent or guardian
  • email RAHSattendance@rsd.k12.wi.us
  • a professional note from a doctor, dentist, lawyer, etc.


All Athletes are required to bring a professional note to the attendance office by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the appointment in order to participate in any practice or contest.


It is the student’s responsibility to obtain a pass from the high school office before school or at lunch for early dismissal. A parent or guardian should contact the office before 9:00 a.m. on the day of the early dismissal.


  • Parents do NOT need to come into school to pick up students.
  • If the student returns to school that same day, they must check in upon return.


Contact us: Please contact Mikaela Tourdot, Attendance Administrative Assistant, at (608) 768-8928, Ext. 1101 or Katie Mathews, Associate Principal, at (608) 768-8928, Ext. 1102.

Counselor's Corner

The RAHS Counseling website is loaded with resources for students and families. We invite you to check it often for information and updates:



Contact Us: Please contact RAHS Counseling Staff with questions or concerns by calling (608) 768-8928 Ext. 1158. To schedule an appointment with a school counselor, contact the school counseling secretary or a school counselor directly. Visit our website to learn more about what our office and staff provide.

We will offer the Beaver Speed and Strength classes again this summer for Reedsburg Area High School students. Our focus will be on helping students improve their athletic performance, with an emphasis on form and technique.  


We will offer two sessions. You may choose to register your child for one or both sessions.


The Beaver Speed & Strength class is for students entering 9th through 12th grades in the fall and will be held at Reedsburg Area High School. Classes will be four days per week, Monday through Thursday ONLY. There will be NO Friday classes.  


High School Dates and Times

Session 1: June 10-27, 2024

Session 2: July 8-25, 2024

Monday - Thursday (No Friday Sessions)

6:00-7:45 a.m.

7:45-9:30 a.m.

9:30-11:00 a.m.


If your child is interested in attending the Beaver Speed and Strength summer classes, please complete the registration form by June 6, 2024.


High School Registration Form


Please note: This class is not for credit.  


Calvin Zenz, Physical Education Teacher

(608) 768-8928 Ext. 1262

Freshman ONLY 1st Day: Tuesday, September 3, 2024


Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors - 1st day is Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Community Survey Results Shared


This spring, the School District of Reedsburg distributed a community-wide survey to district residents. In its effort to provide an unbiased and transparent approach, the District utilized a third party, School Perceptions, to develop and analyze the survey. The survey results, meant to collect input on the district’s facilities and operation plans, were provided to the Board of Education during a workshop on May 1, 2024, and presented during the monthly board meeting on May 20, 2024.

The community survey asked district residents to provide input on:


  • Constructing a new middle school to serve grades 5 through 8.
  • Renovating and adding on to Reedsburg Area High School, including projects to support career and technical education.


The survey had 1,326 respondents, which is a solid response rate according to School Perceptions, which conducted it on behalf of the District. To view the entire community survey report and for more information about Building Excellence, visit the district website.


Community Survey Report
Summer Program

Boys & Girls Club Summer Program


The Boys & Girls Club of Reedsburg is offering another amazing Summer Program for youth in grades 1st through 12th. The Boys & Girls Club of Reedsburg is a youth enrichment program that offers a wide-variety of nationally recognized programs that strive to enrich Club members.


Summer Program begins on Monday, June 17, and ends on Friday, August 23, with operational hours of Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Club provides a healthy and delicious breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack each day at no additional cost to families. The Club also provides access to the Reedsburg Municipal Pool during weekdays for swimming!


Registration for the Club’s Summer Program can be completed at the Boys & Girls Club, Monday – Friday, between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. during the school year. Club Membership costs just $24 per year (September – August), and Summer Tuition can be purchased at a monthly or full-summer rate. Financial Aid is available but extremely limited; families are asked to apply as soon as possible if they wish to be considered for Financial Aid; priority will be given to current Club Members.


For more information, visit the Club directly, call (608) 504-2566, or email Site Director Haley Bonilla at haleyb@bgcwcw.org.

The School District of Reedsburg Food Market, The Den, is a FREE food market that is available to all. The Den drive-thru for community members is open Tuesdays from 3:30-5:30 p.m. or until all of the boxes have been distributed. 


The Last Day of the Den Food Market is

Tuesday, June 4, 2024. 

Thank you for all your support. We will see you next year.


Volunteers needed! Please contact Tara Wedel, School Social Worker, at (608) 768-8928 Ext. 1163 or twedel@rsd.k12.wi.us.

The Webb Care Closet is open to the public by appointment at Webb Middle School. Please contact the Webb Middle School office at (608)768-8930 or email Lori Rose at lrose@rsd.k12.wi.us to make an appointment for another time.


Anyone is welcome to come and take what they need from the closet; there is a wide range of clothing sizes and clothing items.

Graduates of the School District of Reedsburg have gone on to make extraordinary contributions throughout the world, in their neighborhoods, in the military, and in the arts. We are proud of the accomplishments of each graduate. 

 

All Alumni: Please take a few moments to let us know of your current location and share comments about your experience in the School District of Reedsburg!

 

SDR Alumni List

501 K Street, Reedsburg, WI 53959  Phone: (608) 524-2016  Fax: (608) 768-8927  Web: www.rsd.k12.wi.us

The School District of Reedsburg provides assurance that no student is discriminated against because

of the student’s sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or

parental status, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability.

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