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January 2017 Bowler School District News ....... Happy New Year ! “WE PROVIDE ACCESS TO SUCCESS IN AN EVER-CHANGEIN WORLD” The Bowler School District does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected under the State or Federal law including, but not limited to sex, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, handicap or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability, citizenship status, arrest record, conviction record, veteran status, membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or this state, or use or nonuse of lawful products off the Bowler School District’s premises during nonworking hours January Calendar January 2 Back to School! January 20 End of 1 st Semester January 23 No School (Inservice) Winter in Wisconsin you gotta love it!

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January 2017

Bowler School District News .......

Happy New Year !

“WE PROVIDE ACCESS TO SUCCESS IN AN EVER-CHANGEIN WORLD” The Bowler School District does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected under the State or Federal law including, but not limited to sex, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, handicap or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability, citizenship status, arrest record, conviction record, veteran status, membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or this state, or use or nonuse of lawful products off the Bowler School District’s premises during nonworking hours

January Calendar

January 2 Back to School! January 20 End of 1st Semester January 23 No School (Inservice)

Winter in Wisconsin –

you gotta love it!

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From the Desk of Kim Ninabuck

MS/HS Principal

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I hope you have had a relaxing, joyful winter break

spending time with family and friends. I cannot believe that the end of the first semester is

right around the corner. The semester ends on January 20th. There will be no school on

Monday, January 23rd, teachers and staff will be having inservice.

During the first or second week of January, I will be meeting with 8th through 11th grade

students to start picking classes for 2017-2018 school year. We would like students to start

thinking about their career goals beyond high school when looking at classes. Once the

students get their packet (Bowler High School Course Descriptions and ERVING Classes

Booklet 2016-2017) they will be planning out their classes for next year. The packets will

also be available to you on our school web page (if you have internet access) so that parents

may look at them prior to their son/daughter registering for classes. We hope to have them

posted before or shortly after Winter Break so you can start having discussions with your

son/daughter about the electives they would be interested in. We will also put a blank

planning sheet on the web as well so that you know what the required courses will be at

each grade level. The preregistration will be due no later than January 16th. This will help

us to start looking at what classes we will be offering and to get a schedule in place for the

2017-2018 school year.

On another note, in regard to the ERVING Course catalog, we are surveying the students at

this time to see what classes we may offer to them. If the course is already offered in our

school, then they must take it with our instructor at school. There are also some criteria

that must be met in order to take classes through ERVING. Students must have good grades

and be independent and trustworthy students. These classes are usually upper level

classes, some entail some blended learning and an ability to be independent as the

instructor teaches from a different school through distance learning. ERVING classes are

not recommended for freshman or sophomores.

Attention parents of Juniors, testing dates have been set for the ACT and the ACT WorkKeys.

This is two days of testing for our Juniors, we are given specific times that students are to be

tested. Please help us by keeping your students in school on the days of testing. The test

date is set for ACT Tuesday, February 28 and the ACT WorkKeys Wednesday, March 1. The

only make-up day is set for ACT, Tuesday, March 21 and ACT WorkKeys, Wednesday, March

22 . This is a great opportunity for our students as they can take this the ACT for no charge

and if they do well on it, the student can use their score for entrance into college or

technical school.

We hope see many of you in the New Year. May your 2017-year bring you much joy and

happiness!

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ATTENTION CHALKDUST READERS!

The Chalkdust is now published on the Bowler School website at: www.bowler.k12.wi.us

Paper copies of the Chalkdust are available in Elementary, High School and District offices between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. You may also call the school and a copy can be put in your student’s backpack.

Paper copies of the Chalkdust are also available at Headquarters General Store.

DO TO THE HIGH COST OF PUBLISHING AND MAILING, THERE IS A LIMITED MAILING LIST WHICH IS CURRENTLY FULL AND AT THIS TIME NO NAMES WILL BE ADDED TO THAT LIST.

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IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR

2017 January 2 – 1st Day of School After Winter Break January 20 – End of 1st Semester January 23 – Inservice February 18 – District Solo & Ensemble March 9 and 14 – Parent/Teacher Conferences March 23 – End of 3rd Quarter March 24 – Inservice April 13-17 – Spring Break April 29 – Junior Prom May 6 – State Solo & Ensemble TBD – Spring Concert May 26 – Graduation May 29 – Memorial Day-No School June 5 – Last Day of School

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Bowler Family Play Group For Children Ages: Birth – Age 5

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Where: Bowler School 4K Classroom

(Please enter through the High School doors & check in at the office)

Play Art Projects Snack Come join the fun!!

Each child in attendance will receive a free book. We hope to see you there!

For further information contact: Rachel Binns (715) 793-4101 ext. 5048

January 6th, 13

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February 10th & 24

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March 10th, 17

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April 21st & 28

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May 12th & 26

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2016-17 Music Department Dates

Saturday, February 18th District Solo & Ensemble @ Menominee

Indian (All Day)

Saturday, May 6th

State Solo & Ensemble @ UWSP or UWGB (All Day)

May ??? (to be determined)

MS/HS Spring Concert/Art Show 7:30pm

Friday, May 26th Graduation 7:00pm

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gerald ashenbrenner memorial fund

As per the family’s request, a memorial fund has been established for former Agriculture teacher Jerry Ashenbrenner. The Bowler FFA Alumni is forming a committee to help decide on an appropriate memorial to honor Mr. A. If you are interested in being part of this committee or if you have a suggestion/idea for a memorial, please contact Alumni President, Jim Schultz at 715-793-4415.

Donations are being accepted. You can make your donation by dropping it off at the Bowler School District Office or by mailing to:

School District of Bowler 500 South Almon Street Bowler, WI 54416 Attn: Memorial Fund

Please watch future Chalkdust publications for more information.

The Bowler PTCO would like to thank all the family, friends, faculty, students, and community members that helped with the Santa’s Workshop. Your donation of items, time, and energy is what made it a huge success! THANK YOU!!

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Dear Bowler Community/Surrounding Area: Thank you for your continued support for the FFA Holiday Fundraiser. We hope you are enjoying your fruit, poinsettias, and peanuts! Your contribution to the FFA is making endless opportunities for leadership in the FFA. Happy Holidays! Sincerely,

Ms. Michelle Herrman-Bowler FFA Advisor

Second Semester Lunch Payments Due Second semester lunch payments are due on January 15, 2017. Please remember that paying semester costs gives your children fifteen free meals. If you have any questions, please call Linda Brend at (715) 793-4101 ext 6312.

DAILY LUNCH COSTS

Reduced cost 40 cents Grades K through 3 $1.90 Grades 4 through 6 $2.00 Grades 7 through 12 $2.15

SEMESTER LUNCH COSTS Reduced cost $36.00 Grades K through 3 $142.50 Grades 4 through 6 $150.00 Grades 7 through 12 $161.25

NHS Needs Your Help

The Bowler High School Chapter National Honor Society is working toward

saving 1 MILLION pop-tops. When we achieve this great goal, we will be taking them to The Ronald McDonald House in Milwaukee. The tabs will be turned into cash at a

recycling center which will provide a “home away from home” for families whose lives have been disrupted as a result of their child’s illness or injury. Thank you to all who have contributed tops. Looking forward to getting many more tops, so keep collecting. Tops can be dropped off at the High School Office.

So please save those pop-tops for a great cause!

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GRANT MONEY AWARDED

Middle School/High School Principal, Kim Ninabuck, left, recently proudly accepted a $500.00 check from Janet Miller at Bowler School. Miller, a contracts and grants manager for the Stockbridge-Munsee Community, presented the check on behalf of Exxon Mobil and their Educational Alliance program. As a wholesaler of its product, Little Star Convenience Store, submitted the grant application on behalf of Bowler School District. The grant funds are to be used in the maintenance and support of the school in the area of math and/or science. “I was very excited and appreciative of the grant as new curriculum in those areas have been implemented this school year,” said Ninabuck.

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NATIONAL UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER DAY

On Friday, December 16th, Bowler School celebrated National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day. Pictured above are elementary participants. Below are some of the staff members who participated. The staff also joined in the fun with 2nd grade teacher, Mr. Ferrero taking top honors with the ugliest sweater, followed by Physical Education teacher, Mrs. Siedschlag and high school Science teacher, Ms. Hansen. What a good way to get the holiday season off to a great start.

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NOVEMBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH

Student of the Month candidates were nominated by their classroom teachers based on the theme of integrity. Winners included, front row from left, Shannon Estes, 2nd grade; Masen Pingel, 4K; Cooper Rickert, 2nd grade; Cole Matsche, 1st grade; Libby Carrington, 1st grade; and Jemimah Jose-Hernandez, kindergarten. Back row from left, Emerson Price, 4th grade; Natalie Rickert, 4th grade; Bailey Grosskopf, 6th grade; Rhianna Rosenow, 3rd grade; Laylah Horne, 3rd grade; Jasmine Welch, 6th grade; and Marcus Malone, 6th grade. Missing on the day the photo was taken were Christopher Wescott, 4K and Isabella Stevens, 5th grade.

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SPECIAL PERSON BREAKFAST

A Special Person Breakfast (formerly Grandparent Breakfast) was held just before Thanksgiving at Bowler Elementary. Nearly 130 friends and family members attended the event in the school’s cafeteria. The event was coordinated by food service manager Vicky Jolitz.

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around the elementary

Special guest Mrs. Jensen, our 4th grade teacher, very admirably challenged a student in Mrs. Behnke’s 3rd grade class on multiplication facts. The competition was too close to officially declare a winner.

Mrs. Krueger’s kindergarten class dressed in their best Santa attire.

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DECEMBER FAMILY NIGHT

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Nearly 125 people attended the Bowler School District family night held on December 7th at the Stockbridge-Munsee Family Center.

Billed as a “Mini Pow Wow: Traditions Explained,” people were treated to a night of great food (chili and fry bread), fellowship and culminating with the mini-pow wow and dance teachings, highlighted by the Medicine Bear dancers and drummers. Everyone was also able to pick out a free book to take home and was also able to sign up for a family night raffle that will take place near the end of the school year.

The event was coordinated by Jeff DePerry and Harold Katchenago, who also served as emcee for the event. The event was sponsored by Bowler Schools and the Stockbridge-Munsee Family Services Program.

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ELEMENTARY WINTER CONCERT

The Elementary Winter Concert was held Monday, December 12th. The different age groups performed to a full house, spreading holiday cheer to all. The Ukulele Club preformed for the crowd, and even Santa was at the concert to add to the festivities. All of the students worked hard and put on a wonderful program. The concert was directed by elementary teacher Ms. Amanda Hein.

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ELEMENTARY WINTER CONCERT

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NATIVE AMERICAN MONTH CELEBRATED AT BOWLER ELEMENTARY

Bowler Elementary observed Native American Heritage Month by celebrating the history and culture of 11 tribal nations in the state of Wisconsin. A brief history of each nation was presented during morning announcements at the school.

The histories of the Bad River, Lac Courte Oreilles, St. Croix, Mole Lake, Red Cliff , Lac du Flambeau, Chippewa, Potawatomi, Oneida and Ho-Chunk were chronicled each day.

Two guests also gave brief histories of two local tribes. Bowler MS/HS Native American counselor Harold Katchenago gave a talk regarding the history of the Menominee Nation. Stockbridge-Munsee Tribal Council member Jeremy Mohawk also gave a talk on the history of the Stockbridge-Munsee band of the Mohican Indians.

Fourth-grader teacher Lori Muelller coordinated the event.

“I was very appreciative that Mr. Katchenago and Mr. Mohawk shared their knowledge of the history and culture of the native people in Wisconsin,” said Mueller. “It is very much appreciated and will benefit the students and community of Bowler.”

MS/HS Native American Counselor Stockbridge-Munsee Tribal Council Member Harold Katchenago Jeremy Mohawk giving the morning announcement with 6th grade student Micah Fox

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Bowler Elementary School

H E R O To: _________________________From: ______________________

For: _________________________________________________________________________________________

Thanks for going ABOVE & BEYOND!!!

Become a Bowler Elementary School

H E R OBy going ABOVE & BEYOND...

*Volunteer in the Classroom*Tutoring

*Donate items/supplies*Help out with PTCO activities

*Read to a classroom*Any other activity that is “ABOVE & BEYOND”

If you are caught going above and beyond by a Bowler Elementary School staff member, your name will be entered into a drawing for a gas gift card. At the end of each quarter, a name will be drawn. Please watch for postings in future chalkdust

publications where individuals will be recognized for their acts of kindness.

Sponsored by the Elementary SOAR & PBIS teams.

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Santa’s Workshop

The Bowler Elementary annual Santa’s Workshop was held on December 8th in the elementary library. All elementary students were able to shop. Parent, grandparent, and community volunteers, along with the National Honor Society members helped staff the workshop and wrapped gifts for the students. People donated items and others were purchased by the event sponsor, the Bowler PTCO. Items were sold for $1.00 for students to give to family and friends.

More pictures on next page

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Copyright © 2012-2015 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. All rights reserved.For more resources visit NetSmartz.org/TipSheets

PARENTSGUIDETO S M A R T P H O N E SAFETYSmartphones are essentially little computers, so you might be a little worried when handing one over to your child. Take some time to understand the risks and implement a few safeguards so that you can help your child use smartphones safely.

1. Be a parent and a resource. Establish clear guidelines, including time limits and consequences for inappropriate behavior, but be open so your child will come to you with any problems.

2. Set up password protection. This will keep everyone but you and your child from accessing personal information stored on the phone.

3. Update the operating system. New versions often contain important security fixes.

4. Approve apps before they are downloaded. Make sure you understand their capabilities and approve their content.

5. Understand location services. GPS features are useful when using maps, but you’ll want to disable location-tagging when your child posts anything online.

THE RISKS

▪ CYBERBULLYING With the constant connectivity of

smartphones, your child may be more susceptible to cyberbullying or have more opportunities to cyberbully others.

▪ GEOLOCATION A GPS-enabled smartphone can reveal

your child’s location through online posts and uploaded photos.

▪ INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT With smartphones, your child has mobile

access to content you may consider inappropriate, such as pornography or violent videos.

▪ SEXTING Your child may use the Internet and

social apps to send, receive, or forward revealing photos.

▪ VIRUSES & MALWARE Just like a computer, a smartphone is

vulnerable to security attacks if your child accesses unsecured websites and apps.

SMARTORSCARY?

5WAYS TO BE SMARTERTHAN THE SMARTPHONE!

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bowler area historical society news:

the historical society will continue its hours for the winter to be available for tours and/or drop off donations on the 1st tuesday of each month from 9am until noon. in the event of bad weather, there might be a need to cancel the hours. other visits can be made by appointment by calling erin @715-793-4617, pat @ 715-793-4460 or carolyn @ 715-535-2679.

donations of photos, memorabilia and family heirlooms continue to be welcomed at the museum and in creation of research documents for studying the history of the village of bowler and townships of almon, bartleme, morris and seneca.

items of special interest to the society at the present time would include telephones to show the progression from early years with the wooden wall phones to the present technology.

our best wishes for everyone in 2017!

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ALPHA, BRAVO, CHARLIE, DELTA

On Thursday, December 1, 2016, Sgt. Shane Beegle of the Wisconsin National Guard came into Mr. Igl and Mrs. Siedschlag’s Physical Education classes. Activities included calisthenics, a team building arms locked scavenger hunt, and a tic tac toe eagle/flag relay race. The Wisconsin National Guard promotes living a healthy lifestyle and is “always ready, always there”. We salute you sir.

CAFETERIA BULLETIN BOARD

The kitchen staff are proud of their new scenic winter cafeteria bulletin board.

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BOWLER BOOSTER BUZZER BEATERS

The Panther Pack Booster Club is at it again, working hard to bring you some exciting halftime entertainment during the High School basketball season! It was such a success the last 2 years with the fans supporting our student athletes that we wanted to do it again! We have new ideas and activities planned from “Toilet paper bullseye” to the “Wright foot stomp”, prize give-aways and activities at all games. You don’t want to miss it! All of these activities and prizes would not be possible without the support of the businesses listed below, they make it possible for the Booster Club to provide the entertainment for the fans! Please help us support our student athletes and build school spirit by attending the games. GO PANTHERS!

1/5/17 Thurs. Varsity Boys & Girls

WI. Valley Lutheran Brady’s Septic Service- Gresham

1/10/17 Tues. Boys vs. Rosholt Hanke’s Super Value- Wittenberg 1/12/17 Thurs. Girls vs. Manawa Headquarter’s General Store- Bowler 1/13/17 Fri. Girls vs. Gresham JP’s Gas & Grocery- Bowler 1/20/17 Fri. Boys vs. Men. Indian Charlie’s County Market- Shawano

1/24/17 Tues. Boys vs. Tri- County Pa’s Ice Cream Shoppe- Gresham 1/26/17 Thurs. Girls vs. Almond-Bancroft Birnamwood Vet Services- Birnamwood

1/30/17 Mon. Boys vs. Port Edwards Mullins Cheese- Mosinee

2/3/17 Fri. Girls vs. Tigerton Kropf’s Meat Processing- Bowler

2/7/17 Tues. Boys vs. Wild Rose J.W. Onesti Excavating LLC- Wittenberg 2/9/17 Thurs. Girls vs. Marion Bonnie’s Place- Bowler

2/14/17 Tues. Girls vs. Rosholt Vinal Street Tavern- Wittenberg

2/16/17 Thurs. Girls vs. Men. Indian Parent’s Night

Matsche Farms Inc. -Birnamwood

2/20/17 Mon. Boys vs. Gresham Parent’s Night

Strassburg Creek Dairy- Wittenberg

Thank you sponsors!!

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MINUTES, BOWLER BOARD OF EDUCATION, Monday, November 21, 2016 Board Approved December 19, 2016 Call to order: The meeting was called to order by Board President, Deb Roth at 6:00 p.m. It was certified that the meeting was given proper notice. Roll call was taken with the following board members present: Fuerst, Maves, Schultz, Grosskopf, Roth and Smith. Miller was excused absent. Also present were Faith Gagnon, District Administrator; Wade Turner, Elementary Principal; Kim Ninabuck, 7-12 Principal and Bonnie Matz, District Secretary. Approval of agenda: Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Maves for approval of meeting agenda. Motion carried. Approval of minutes of prior meetings: Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Grosskopf to approve the minutes of the October 17, 2016 board meeting and the minutes from the annual budget hearing, annual meeting and special meeting that followed on October 24, 2016. Motion carried. Approval of payment of vouchers: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to approve vouchers 67221 through 67410, thirteen (13) manual checks and three (3) voided checks. Motion carried. Public Recognition: None Old Business: None Committee Reports:The policy committee rescheduled their meeting for December 1, 2016 at 3:30 p.m. to go through the old policy manual to prepare it for redaction.

New Business: Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to approve the resignation of Janice Batterman as kitchen staff person and to post the position. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Maves to approve the resignation of Curtis Vele as Boys Assistant Varsity and Junior Varsity Basketball coach and to post the position. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Roth to approve the purchase of two (2) new District Network Security/Firewall appliances including the necessary subscription licenses and a block of service support at a cost not to exceed $35,000.00. Motion was defeated. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Roth to approve the purchase of one (1) new District Network Security/Firewall appliance including the necessary subscription licenses and a block of service support at a cost not to exceed $19,000.00. Motion carried. Discussion was held regarding contracting with CESA #8 to assist in filling the high school special education teacher vacancy. Mrs. Gagnon explained the shortage of special education teachers. The shortage of substitutes and the process for the current sub to be hired by CESA #8 for the rest of this school year. The Bowler School District will then contract with CESA #8 for her services. After a contract with CESA #8 is drawn up, it will be presented to the board for approval. The administration will continue to search for a licensed special education teacher. Discussion was held regarding the state School Report Cards. Mrs.

Gagnon presented a power point with an overview of the results. Mrs. Gagnon explained the different categories and other information that is weighted in on the report cards. Questions from the Board were answered. Discussion was held regarding School Board election and Board vacancy procedures. Mrs. Debra Roth submitted a letter of resignation from her position on the School Board as representative of the Township of Seneca. The vacancy must be posted and a candidate appointed within sixty (60) days. Mrs. Gagnon passed out a pamphlet on Board Governance to the Board members. Superintendent requested a special board meeting for December 1, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. to address Board business that needs attention. Administrative Reports: Mrs. Gagnon’s had no report due to covering her information during the meeting. Mrs. Ninabuck’s report included:

x ERVING assembly in Marion for ERVING students to meet with their teachers

x 4 students went to the National FFA Convention

x On 10/21 the National Honor Society held a blood drive and will hold another one on 12/30 @ Tilleda Town Hall

x Thanks to John Miller and staff who came to assist Mrs. Siedschlag with an archery unit

x Live total knee replacement surgery for the Body Structure and Function class was cancelled and rescheduled

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x Ms. Herrman, Ag teacher went with some students to the Jim and Jane Schultz farm

x 27 of 47 middle school students were eligible for the incentive movie for 1st quarter

x 66 of 130 MS/HS students were on Honor Roll, 103 had no disciplines, 79 had no tardies, 91 had no failed classes

x Parent/Teacher conferences were held on 11/10 and 11/15

x During conferences a financial aid help night was held and a Health fair was also held

x 11/15 and 11/17 STAR testing was done

x Bullying lesson #3 was implemented for all 7-12 students

x MS/HS Winter Holiday Concert will be held Sun. Dec. 11th at 1:30 p.m.

Mr. Turners report included:

x “Math” Family Night on October 27th with about 100 people in attendance

x Next family night is Wed. Dec. 7th at the Stockbridge-Munsee Family Center

x Field trips held: Kindergarten attended Schairer’s Autumn Acres pumpkin patch, 4th grade went to Heritage Hill, 3rd grade visited Packer stadium

x 3rd and 4th grade classes are scheduled to attend the play “A Christmas Carol” at the Grand Theatre in Wausau

x PTCO walkathon fundraiser was held with one student walking/running 24 laps, equating to 6 miles

x On 10/31 a Halloween dance was held for grades 3-6 also many classes went trick or treating throughout the building

x 11/1 was picture retake day

x 1st quarter incentive for students with 1 or 0 detentions was held on 11/3

x The Scholastic Book Fair was held in conjunction with parent conferences

x 11/11-Veteran’s Day ceremony was held

x Grades K-4 finished their 6 week session of Nutrition classes through Shawano County UW-Extension

x Special person breakfast was held on 11/17 with 124 special guests in attendance

x Santa’s Workshop will be held on Thurs. Dec. 8th.

x Elementary Winter concert will be on Mon. Dec. 12th at 7 p.m.

Respectfully submitted: Bonnie Matz, District Secretary Adjourn into closed session: Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to adjourn into closed session pursuant to Section 19.85 (1)(c) and (f) of the Wisconsin State Statutes for considering performance evaluation data of a public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility, and considering any action deemed necessary in relation to the social or personal histories or disciplinary

data of a student, which if discussed in public would be likely to have a substantial adverse effect upon the reputation of any person referred to in such histories or data, or involved in such problems or investigations. Roll call vote was taken with all voting yes. Motion carried. (7:09 p.m.) Reconvene into open session: Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to reconvene into open session. Roll call vote was taken with all voting yes. Motion carried. (7:50 p.m.) Consideration of action deemed necessary as a result from closed session: As a result of closed session, Motion by Maves, seconded by Roth to approve the expulsion of student as discussed in closed session to 21st birthday. Consideration for early re-entry may be granted provided certain conditions are met. Motion carried. Adjourn: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to adjourn. Motion carried. (7:55 p.m.) Respectfully submitted: Jerry Grosskopf, Board Clerk

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MINUTES, BOWLER BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL SESSION December 1, 2016 Board Approved December 19, 2016 Call to order: The meeting was called to order by Board President, Deb Roth at 6:00 p.m. It was certified that the meeting was given proper notice. Roll call was taken with the following board members present: Fuerst, Smith, Schultz, Maves and Roth. Miller was excused absent. Also present were Faith Gagnon, District Administrator; Kim Ninabuck, 7-12 Principal; Wade Turner, Elementary Principal; and Bonnie Matz, District Secretary Approval of Agenda: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to approve the meeting agenda. Motion carried. Public Recognition: None New Business: Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to approve Laurie Lorenz as kitchen staff employee. A short discussion was held. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Maves to approve Tracee Holub as Special Education paraprofessional. Discussion was held. Motion carried. Motion by Smith, seconded by Grosskopf to approve Adam Spencer as Assistant Varsity/Junior Varsity Boys Basketball coach. Discussion was held. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Maves to approve the resignation of Curtis Vele as Assistant Football coach and to post the position. Motion carried. Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. (6:16) Motion carried. Respectfully submitted: Bonnie Matz, District Secretary

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