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More moments from the Winter Wonderland middle school dance—full of music, memories, and winter fun! ❄️🎶
📸 Photos provided by Mrs. Richardson
More moments from the Winter Wonderland middle school dance—full of music, memories, and winter fun! ❄️🎶
📸 Photos provided by Mrs. Richardson
Changes to tomorrow nights schedule!
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More Teamwork Tuesday fun from Wellness Week! Students and staff across our schools showed school spirit by wearing matching outfits with friends. 👯♂️✨
📸 Elementary & Middle School photos by Mrs. Card and Mrs. Richardson
More Teamwork Tuesday fun from Wellness Week! Students and staff across our schools showed school spirit by wearing matching outfits with friends. 👯♂️✨
📸 Elementary & Middle School photos by Mrs. Card and Mrs. Richardson
Last week we celebrated Wellness Week! On Teamwork Tuesday, students and staff twinned up with friends, showing that connection and teamwork make us stronger. 👯♀️💙
📸 Elementary & Middle School photos by Mrs. Card and Mrs. Richardson
📸 Elementary & Middle School photos by Mrs. Card and Mrs. Richardson
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🌎📚 Mrs Rushton’s First Graders Explore the History of the Earth! 📚🌋
Mrs Rushton’s first grade class just wrapped up an awesome History of the Earth unit. Students dove into hands-on science learning all about Earth’s layers, bubbling volcanoes and geysers 🌋💦 They took a rock walk to see Earth’s treasures up close and even made their own fossils 🪨🦴
Throughout the unit students learned how Earth was shaped over billions of years and had a blast discovering geology through fun activities and experiments 🧠✨
Great job first graders for exploring our planet’s incredible story! 👏🌍🎉
https://youtube.com/shorts/RrKn-RNXIqY?feature=share
Mrs Rushton’s first grade class just wrapped up an awesome History of the Earth unit. Students dove into hands-on science learning all about Earth’s layers, bubbling volcanoes and geysers 🌋💦 They took a rock walk to see Earth’s treasures up close and even made their own fossils 🪨🦴
Throughout the unit students learned how Earth was shaped over billions of years and had a blast discovering geology through fun activities and experiments 🧠✨
Great job first graders for exploring our planet’s incredible story! 👏🌍🎉
https://youtube.com/shorts/RrKn-RNXIqY?feature=share
🧪✨ HI Cap Students Explore High School Chemistry! ✨🧪
Onalaska HI Cap students recently took part in an exciting Chemistry class with Mrs. Shepherd at the High School as part of their quarterly enrichment experience. Students explored hands on activities, asked great questions, and got a glimpse into advanced science learning 🔬⚗️
What is HI Cap?
HI Cap, short for Highly Capable, is a program designed to challenge and support students who demonstrate advanced academic abilities. Through enrichment opportunities like this, students engage in deeper learning, critical thinking, and real world experiences beyond the regular classroom 📚🚀
A big thank you to Mrs. Shepherd for welcoming our students and making science come alive! 👩🔬👏
Onalaska HI Cap students recently took part in an exciting Chemistry class with Mrs. Shepherd at the High School as part of their quarterly enrichment experience. Students explored hands on activities, asked great questions, and got a glimpse into advanced science learning 🔬⚗️
What is HI Cap?
HI Cap, short for Highly Capable, is a program designed to challenge and support students who demonstrate advanced academic abilities. Through enrichment opportunities like this, students engage in deeper learning, critical thinking, and real world experiences beyond the regular classroom 📚🚀
A big thank you to Mrs. Shepherd for welcoming our students and making science come alive! 👩🔬👏
In Mrs. Richardson’s middle school classroom, students are learning what it means to think and work like real engineers 🔧💡. As they explore the world of circuits ⚡, students begin by asking questions and defining problems ❓, such as how to make a light turn on or a buzzer sound.
Next, they develop and use models ✏️📐 by drawing circuit designs and predicting how different components will work together. Students then plan and carry out investigations 🔬 by testing their ideas with wires, batteries, and bulbs 🔋💡 to see what works and what does not.
Along the way, students learn that mistakes are part of the process 💭🔄. By constructing explanations and designing solutions 🛠️, they revise their designs, explain their thinking, and improve their circuits. Through hands-on learning, collaboration 🤝, and problem-solving 🧠, Mrs. Richardson’s students are building confidence, curiosity, and a strong foundation in science and engineering 🚀.
Next, they develop and use models ✏️📐 by drawing circuit designs and predicting how different components will work together. Students then plan and carry out investigations 🔬 by testing their ideas with wires, batteries, and bulbs 🔋💡 to see what works and what does not.
Along the way, students learn that mistakes are part of the process 💭🔄. By constructing explanations and designing solutions 🛠️, they revise their designs, explain their thinking, and improve their circuits. Through hands-on learning, collaboration 🤝, and problem-solving 🧠, Mrs. Richardson’s students are building confidence, curiosity, and a strong foundation in science and engineering 🚀.
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Gone Fishin’
Mrs. Koenig’s kindergarten class went fishing without ever leaving the classroom. With their very own classroom pond, the students eagerly cast their lines to see what they might catch.
One student reeled in a twig, while another proudly caught a trap, proving that this pond was full of surprises. Even without any fish, the day was filled with laughter, imagination, and plenty of fun. In Mrs. Koenig’s class, every catch was a great one.
Mrs. Koenig’s kindergarten class went fishing without ever leaving the classroom. With their very own classroom pond, the students eagerly cast their lines to see what they might catch.
One student reeled in a twig, while another proudly caught a trap, proving that this pond was full of surprises. Even without any fish, the day was filled with laughter, imagination, and plenty of fun. In Mrs. Koenig’s class, every catch was a great one.
Carly’s Closet continues the incredible giving legacy of Carly King by providing much-needed clothing to elementary schools throughout our region. Their flagship location is housed at White Pass Elementary School, the very school Carly attended. During her short 22 years, Carly dedicated herself to giving back to others, and Carly’s Closet is a beautiful continuation of her generosity.
Carly’s Closet has donated a significant amount of clothing and shoes to the Onalaska School District over the years. Most recently, when we reached out in need of shoes for older elementary boys, they responded immediately. They not only provided what they had on hand but also went shopping at outlet stores to purchase additional pairs to ensure the exact size was available for our oldest student. That level of care and commitment means so much to our schools.
Organizations like Carly’s Closet make a tremendous difference for small schools and rural communities that can sometimes be overlooked. Onalaska would like to extend a huge thank you to Carly’s Closet for everything they do for us and for the other 18 elementary schools they support. We hope our community will continue to support and donate to Carly’s Closet so they can keep this important work going.
Learn more about Carly’s Closet, including upcoming events and ways to donate:
Website: https://carlyscloset2023.wixsite.com/carly
Thank you, Carly’s Closet, for all you do. 💙
Carly’s Closet has donated a significant amount of clothing and shoes to the Onalaska School District over the years. Most recently, when we reached out in need of shoes for older elementary boys, they responded immediately. They not only provided what they had on hand but also went shopping at outlet stores to purchase additional pairs to ensure the exact size was available for our oldest student. That level of care and commitment means so much to our schools.
Organizations like Carly’s Closet make a tremendous difference for small schools and rural communities that can sometimes be overlooked. Onalaska would like to extend a huge thank you to Carly’s Closet for everything they do for us and for the other 18 elementary schools they support. We hope our community will continue to support and donate to Carly’s Closet so they can keep this important work going.
Learn more about Carly’s Closet, including upcoming events and ways to donate:
Website: https://carlyscloset2023.wixsite.com/carly
Thank you, Carly’s Closet, for all you do. 💙
NFHS Streaming Update
We want to provide clarity regarding the current NFHS streaming issue affecting our events.
The disruption is the result of a technical issue with the primary computer system that operates the NFHS cameras. This issue is on the NFHS side and is not an Onalaska School District equipment or personnel issue.
Our technology director, in collaboration with the athletics office, has been in direct contact with NFHS and continues to work closely with them as they address the problem. As of now, NFHS is actively troubleshooting the problem and will be sending out new equipment overnight in order to resolve the issue prior to tomorrow’s game.
While this situation is not related to the district’s upcoming transition to Hudl, experiences such as this outage are part of the reason the district has explored alternative streaming options. In addition, the district has been evaluating platforms that provide greater access to technical support, improved tools for our teams and coaches, and stronger overall value for our community.
The district will be transitioning to Hudl in the near future, and more information about the Hudl transition will be shared in the coming weeks.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we work with NFHS to resolve this matter and as we continue to make decisions that best support our students, staff, and community.
Thank you for your continued support.
We want to provide clarity regarding the current NFHS streaming issue affecting our events.
The disruption is the result of a technical issue with the primary computer system that operates the NFHS cameras. This issue is on the NFHS side and is not an Onalaska School District equipment or personnel issue.
Our technology director, in collaboration with the athletics office, has been in direct contact with NFHS and continues to work closely with them as they address the problem. As of now, NFHS is actively troubleshooting the problem and will be sending out new equipment overnight in order to resolve the issue prior to tomorrow’s game.
While this situation is not related to the district’s upcoming transition to Hudl, experiences such as this outage are part of the reason the district has explored alternative streaming options. In addition, the district has been evaluating platforms that provide greater access to technical support, improved tools for our teams and coaches, and stronger overall value for our community.
The district will be transitioning to Hudl in the near future, and more information about the Hudl transition will be shared in the coming weeks.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we work with NFHS to resolve this matter and as we continue to make decisions that best support our students, staff, and community.
Thank you for your continued support.
Good Morning. Onalaska Schools are ON TIME today with only Route 1 running on snow route. For snow route info see the inclement weather bulletin on our district website.
Over winter break, our amazing maintenance crew installed a new climbing geo dome funded by the Healthy Kids, Healthy Schools Grant 🛝
When students returned, they wasted no time. The first recess back looked like a beehive of excitement 🐝 The kids clearly approve!
A huge THANK YOU to our maintenance crew for their hard work 👏 The geo dome arrived in many individual pieces that had to be carefully puzzled together, and their dedication brought it all to life. Smiles, laughter, and lots of climbing say it all 😄
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Two of our 3rd graders had an extra-special ride home thanks to a Lewis County Sheriff’s Deputy! This fun experience was generously donated by a community member who won the opportunity at an auction. Smiles all around—what a memorable treat and a wonderful example of community support! 💛🚓
https://youtu.be/wgUe-3ajB94
Middle School Science Wizard Awards for Responsibility
We are proud to recognize Adan Meza, Laura Hanson, and Bennett Rogers as winners of the Middle School Science Wizard Award for Responsibility. Each of these students has demonstrated outstanding responsibility in the science classroom through their dedication, dependability, and commitment to learning. Congratulations to Adan, Laura, and Bennett on this well-deserved achievement!
We are proud to recognize Adan Meza, Laura Hanson, and Bennett Rogers as winners of the Middle School Science Wizard Award for Responsibility. Each of these students has demonstrated outstanding responsibility in the science classroom through their dedication, dependability, and commitment to learning. Congratulations to Adan, Laura, and Bennett on this well-deserved achievement!
Christmas Around the World: A Stop in Holland
Another exciting stop on our journey was Holland! In this classroom, students listened to a story about Holland’s St. Nicolas and Black Pete, learning about how Dutch children celebrate the season and the traditions that are important to them. 📖🎄
The fun continued with a familiar holiday favorite, as students also enjoyed seeing the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who join in the festivities. Their visit brought smiles and laughter while tying together holiday traditions from around the world with stories students know and love.
This stop in Holland was a wonderful blend of cultural learning and holiday fun, making it a memorable part of our Christmas Around the World adventure! 🌍✨
Another exciting stop on our journey was Holland! In this classroom, students listened to a story about Holland’s St. Nicolas and Black Pete, learning about how Dutch children celebrate the season and the traditions that are important to them. 📖🎄
The fun continued with a familiar holiday favorite, as students also enjoyed seeing the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who join in the festivities. Their visit brought smiles and laughter while tying together holiday traditions from around the world with stories students know and love.
This stop in Holland was a wonderful blend of cultural learning and holiday fun, making it a memorable part of our Christmas Around the World adventure! 🌍✨
A Joyful K–2 Christmas Concert Brings Holiday Cheer
On December 17th, our youngest students filled the middle school gym with music, smiles, and holiday spirit during the K–2nd Grade Christmas Concert. Families, staff, and friends gathered to celebrate the season as kindergarten, first grade, and second grade students proudly took the stage to share what they had been practicing for weeks.
The concert featured a delightful mix of festive songs, cheerful choreography, and heartfelt performances that showcased the hard work and enthusiasm of our students. From bright voices singing classic holiday tunes to adorable movements that brought smiles and laughter from the audience, each grade added its own special touch to the program. The excitement and confidence displayed by the students made it clear how much effort they put into preparing for this memorable event.
A special thank you goes to Ms. Houser, the students’ music teacher, whose dedication, creativity, and guidance helped bring the concert to life. We are also grateful to our teachers and staff for their support, as well as to our families for their continued encouragement. The K–2 Christmas Concert was a wonderful reminder of the joy, creativity, and strong sense of community that make this season so special. It was truly a heartwarming way to celebrate the holidays together.
On December 17th, our youngest students filled the middle school gym with music, smiles, and holiday spirit during the K–2nd Grade Christmas Concert. Families, staff, and friends gathered to celebrate the season as kindergarten, first grade, and second grade students proudly took the stage to share what they had been practicing for weeks.
The concert featured a delightful mix of festive songs, cheerful choreography, and heartfelt performances that showcased the hard work and enthusiasm of our students. From bright voices singing classic holiday tunes to adorable movements that brought smiles and laughter from the audience, each grade added its own special touch to the program. The excitement and confidence displayed by the students made it clear how much effort they put into preparing for this memorable event.
A special thank you goes to Ms. Houser, the students’ music teacher, whose dedication, creativity, and guidance helped bring the concert to life. We are also grateful to our teachers and staff for their support, as well as to our families for their continued encouragement. The K–2 Christmas Concert was a wonderful reminder of the joy, creativity, and strong sense of community that make this season so special. It was truly a heartwarming way to celebrate the holidays together.
