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DECEMBER 2014

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Finalist for prestigious national education award Page 2

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for additional sleep. Research has shown that starting the school day later in the morning, especially for adolescents, has a positive effect on students in school. Teachers now have time to work together to review student data, collaboratively develop academic interventions to help increase student achievement as well as working together on instructional planning. A focus has been placed on providing the right learning content at the right pace and time for our students. Teachers have been able to establish flexible learning groups between classrooms based on the learning needs of individual students. Collaborative data analysis helps target resources to meet student needs.

Sincerely, Dr. David Aslyn, District Administrator

The 2014-15 school year is off to a fast start and it’s hard to believe the first quarter is already over. I’d like to provide you with an update on an important initiative that is new this school year. The start of the

student day was pushed back 15 minutes this fall to allow students to begin the day a little less early in the morning as well as providing professional collaboration time for teachers. It has taken some adjustment of bus routes and ferry schedules to accommodate the change in the school schedule and I know this has caused frustration for some families. While there have been some challenges implementing the new schedule, we believe that the changes will result in higher student attendance rates and increased student achievement. We are already seeing success stories coming from the change to the daily schedule. Many students are able to begin their trek to school later in the morning which allows

Dr. David Aslyn District Administrator

School Messenger

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The District has partnered with School Messenger, a company that provides notification of emergencies and other important parent information. The notification system is programmed to call the primary phone number of parents/guardians for a variety of reasons that impact the safety and academic performance of students. The messages will be recorded by one of our school administrative support staff and sent as a voice mail message. In order to make sure the system works properly before a real emergency, two test messages were sent out in October. The report system indicates results on answered calls, voice mail, amount of disconnected telephone numbers and no

answer. It is important to note that School Messenger will not replace current modes of communication. As always, school staff will remain accessible, and you will continue to receive district and student news through current means of communication including the District website www.bayfield.k12.wi.us, Bayfield School District Facebook page, Troller News, and other written communication pieces. If you have a change in your main telephone number, please make sure Lucy and Keeley in the school level offices have your current contact information in order to receive these messages. You can contact them at 715-779-3201 ext. 142 and 415 respectively.

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Dec. 24 – Jan. 2 No School – Winter Break Jan. 23 Early Release @ 12:45 PM – Staff Professional Prep, End of 2nd Quarter (43 days) and Semester 1

Feb. 13 Early Release @ 12:45 PM – Staff In-service Feb. 16 No School (Snow Make-up Day if needed) March 27 Early Release @ 12:45 PM – Staff Professional Prep, End of 3rd Quarter (44 days)

March 30 – April 3 Spring Break April 24 Early Release @ 12:45 PM – Staff In-service May 22 No School (Snow Make-up Day if needed) May 25 No School – Memorial Day

June 6 Graduation – Class of 2015 June 9 Early Release @ 12:45 PM – Staff Professional Prep End of 4th Quarter (45 days) and Semester 2

K-5 CULTURAL FAMILY NIGHTWednesday, January 28, 20155 - 7 pm

ANNUAL SCHOOL COMMUNITY POW WOWFriday, April 24, 20154:30 pm - Feast

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y A K-12 School and Community Dance Celebration was held on September 12, 2014 on the baseball field to celebrate the School of Merit awards received for the 13-14 school year. High school classes and groups sold concessions to raise funds at the event and a live band of five musicians performed favorite dance tunes (three are school staff members – Dan Clark, Dave Lussenhop and Stevie Matier).

Bayfield High School First Quarter Honor Roll

HIGH HONOR ROLL 9TH GRADE – Alyssa Hauser, James LaPointe, Keegan McCafferty, Torrie Mertig, Joseph Newago, Emma Thiel 10TH GRADE – Oakley Doering, Yrsala Peterson, Timothy Topping 11TH GRADE – Eric Jeffords, Madeline LaPointe 12TH GRADE – Christian Flores, Searra Grant, Kevin Leask, Shellie Newago

REGULAR HONOR ROLL 9TH GRADE – Tyrrell Defoe, Taryn Duffy, Brittney Lozano, Matthew Nelson, Caitlin Olby, Bazile Panek, Christopher Thomas 10TH GRADE – Austin Flores, Erica Gonzalez, Peyton Keith 11TH GRADE – Elle Benton, Alex Brown, Tekhla Edwards, August Gordon, Arne Martinson, Jacob Montagne, Brendan Soulier, Cheyenne Spencer, Karen Thomas 12TH GRADE – Aubrey Defoe, Ariah Flynn, Kevin Jeffords, Jeffrey Krisik, Lee Schultz, Michael Wachsmuth

Bayfield Middle School First Quarter Honor Roll

HIGH HONOR ROLL 6TH GRADE – Vincent Bresette, Simon Claremboux, Isabelle Cornelius, Autumn Gordon, Wyatt Hoopman, Andrea LaGrew, Cameron LaGrew, Philip LaPointe, Bailen Pounder, Kenneth Ray, Jayda Schlender, Greta Thiel 7TH GRADE – Melissa Basina, Maleyna Bressler, Harleigh Dahl, Mya Dizmang, Brianne Erickson, Olivia Garramone, Janelle Gordon, Olivia Hagen, Jamee Hansen, Elizabeth Hoopman, Victoria Kahite, Emily Kriner-Woodworth, Joshuwa Lozano, Quinn McCafferty, Miquetan Simmons, Leah Thomas 8TH GRADE – Robin Armagost, Faith Basina, Giovanni Garramone, Ethan Moore, Alanna Pierre, Aurora Schuppe

REGULAR HONOR ROLL 6TH GRADE – Payton Boyd, Tyler Dietrich, Dallas Flynn, Brian Keith, Alexia LaGrew, Dayton Milligan, Patrick Pounder 7TH GRADE – Richard Boone, Joseph Chapman, Talon Defoe, Burkhart Edwards, Dillion Krisik, Dusty LaFernier, Rhianna Olson, Michael Rama, Morgan Tutor, Adam Weber 8TH GRADE – Trenton Boyd, Tatum Cadotte, Ceaira Gordon, Shania Hanson-Milligan, Maya Montgomery, Sophie Murphy, Russell Nelson, Gavin Soulier, Justin Spinner

The NEA Foundation names Bayfield educator as finalist for prestigious national education award

Richard Erickson to be honored at awards gala in Washington, DC Watch the event live on Feb. 13 beginning at 7:30 p.m.ETWASHINGTON, DC (Dec. 2, 2014) – The NEA Foundation today announced that Richard Erickson, who teaches Chemistry, Physics, and Alternative Education at Bayfield High School in

Bayfield, WI, will receive the Horace Mann Award for Teaching Excellence, $10,000, and recognition as one of the nation’s top educators at the NEA Foundation’s Salute to Excellence in Education Awards Gala to be held on Feb. 13, 2015 in Washington, DC. The NEA Foundation Awards for Teaching Excellence are presented annually at its awards gala, which attracts more than 800 national leaders from the public education, philanthropic, and business sectors. The awards recognize, reward, and promote excellence in teaching and advocacy for the profession. “Richard has been selected for this award by his peers because he has attained the highest teaching standards, as shown by his exemplary instruction, advocacy for the profession, attention to diversity, leadership in professional development, and engagement of parents and community,” said Harriet Sanford, President and CEO of the NEA Foundation. “Honoring these educators is our way of thanking them, and all the public school educators they represent, for their excellent work.” Erickson was nominated for the award by the Wisconsin Education Association Council, the state’s National Education Association affiliate.The four other finalists are:

> Crystal Williams Gordon, who teaches Biology at Broadmoor High School in Baton Rouge, LA;

> Anna E. Baldwin, who teaches English Language Arts and History at Arlee High School in Arlee, MT;

> Terri A. Butts, who teaches Second Grade at Bridge Creek Elementary in Elgin, SC; and

> Allison P. Riddle, who teaches Fifth Grade at Foxboro Elementary in North Salt Lake City, UT.

The NEA Foundation will live stream video of the event on its website, enabling students, peers, and families of the awardees to join in the celebration from communities around the country. In addition to this recognition, students and educators at the awardees’ schools have produced videos of the awardees that will be premiered at the awards gala. The NEA Foundation and the National Education Association jointly present the awards with support from NEA Member Benefits, the Horace Mann Companies, the Pearson Foundation, Promethean, and California Casualty.

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STRESS and the HolidaysThe holiday season is fast approaching and with this comes the added stress it brings. Things like; shopping, cooking, cleaning, visiting, and travel, as well as the shorter days and limited sunshine that we in Northern WI contend with can be quite overwhelming. Calm Waters Wellness would like to offer some coping skills suggested through the American Psychological Association (APA) to assist you in limiting your stress and have a more enjoyable holiday season. >SET EXPECTATIONS – Talk to your kids about expectations for gifts and holiday activities. Be open with them if money is an issue. Depending on a child's age, parents can use this as an opportunity to teach their kids about the value of money and responsible spending. > KEEP THINGS IN PERSPECTIVE – Try to consider stressful situations in a broader context and keep a long-term perspective (will this really matter in a year). Avoid blowing events out of proportion and teach your kids how to keep things in perspective, including what type and the number of gifts they receive. > MAKE CONNECTIONS – Good relationships with family and friends are important. So, view the holidays as a time to reconnect with people. Additionally, accepting help and support from those who care about you can help alleviate stress. Even volunteering at a local charity with your kids is a good way to connect with others, assist someone in need and teach your kids about the value of helping others. >TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF – Pay attention to your own needs and feelings during the holiday season. Engage in activities that you and your family enjoy and find relaxing. Taking care of yourself helps keep your mind and body healthy and primed to deal with stressful situations. (http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/parents-holiday.aspx)

Here are 25 simple ways to relax and reduce stress during this holiday season:1. Light scented candles 2. Read a good Book3. Get a massage 4. Immerse yourself inside a hot tub or shower 5. Engage in an activity you enjoy6. Play around with a pet 7. Cook or bake something for fun 8. Go for a run 9. Go Snowboarding or skiing 10. Do a bit of yoga 11. Fantasize 12. Write in a journal 13. Dance14. Listen to music 15. Lie Down and take a nap 16. Talk to a Friend or Therapist 17. Work at some easy task 18. Log on the internet and play a computer or video game 19. Exercise 20. Drink Herbal Tea 21. Visualize happy moments 22. Meditate 23. Laugh 24. Paint something 25. Sit still and do nothing. Curi Perrine MSW, LCSW, Angela Warzon MSW, LCSW and Katy Gorman MSW, LCSW of Calm Waters Wellness hopes this information is beneficial and we wish you all a Very Happy and Healthy Holiday Season.

Project Life Saver and Save a Heart FundraisersThis year the Bayfield and South Shore High School Girls Basketball Teams are partnering up to fight against heart disease. Heart Disease affects many of our families, with or without warning signs. Did you know: heart disease is the No. 1 killer among women?! Heart attack strikes

someone about every 34 seconds. Alzheimer’s and dementia – is a progressive disease. Alzheimer’s is not a part of normal aging, and it can affect anyone at any age. In addition, we are adding “Project Life Saver” in conjunction with the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Department. This project helps individuals with alzheimer’s and dementia stay in their homes longer with their loved ones. Last season, the Bayfield and Mellen Girls Basketball teams

raised, met and exceeded their fundraising goal, to help the Cardiac Rehab Center at the Memorial Medical Center, Ashland, Wisconsin. The Cardiac Rehab Center serves patients from the ages of 16 to 91. From our heart to theirs, we provided a check for $3,900 so they were able to purchase valuable tools for their patients. Coaching staff from Bayfield and South Shore have written a letter asking for support in the “Heart and Alzheimers” campaign asking for gift items, cash donations and gift certificates for raffle prizes. Tickets went on sale in November and they would love to have your donation added to the list. The raffle drawing takes place at the Bayfield School on Thursday, February 5, 2015. Please help us in helping others and be part of our Project Life Saver and Save a Heart! If you have questions, please feel free to call the School District of Bayfield, Tracy Basina at 715-779-3201 ext. 502 or South Shore School District, Ryan Tiberg at 715-774-3361. We look forward to a great season of giving! Sincerely, Bayfield coaches Tracy Basina and Nancy Larson, and South Shore coaches Ryan Tiberg and Jodi Truchon.

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y 3RD GRADE CABLE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUMRecently, Bayfield 3rd graders in Lonnie Cameron’s room partici-pated in a lesson provided by a naturalist from the Cable Natural History Museum. The Museum Mobile Program is the museum’s outreach program teaching the science of nature in classrooms throughout northwestern Wisconsin. Each program explores science and environmental education through experiments, sensory awareness activities, games, animal pelts and more. The programs are designed to incorporate the DPI’s Environmental Education Curriculum Planning Guidelines and are also aligned with Wisconsin Academic Standards for Science and Environ-mental Education. The Museum Mobile program visits a school three times each school year.

< MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAMBUILDING & LEADERSHIP CAMPBayfield 6th graders and their teachers attended a one-night, two-day teambuilding camp at Big Bay Town Park on Madeline Island in September. The trip was sponsored by the Bayfield School counseling department. Other teambuilding/leadership trips for middle school students include 7th grade at Reiten Beach each spring, and 8th grade students at a fall lock-in at the school.

y K-5 COMMUNITY FUN NIGHTA K-5 Community Fun Night was held on Wednesday, November 5, complete with a delicious meal prepared by foodservice staff. A total of 157 people attended the event. Parents learned about Title 1 services, PBIS and Family Involvement initiatives for families of special education students. Students were involved in teambuilding activities and games in the gymnasium. Thank you to all who donated raffle items for this event – the night was a great success!

y AQUAPONICS The 7th grade Technology and Engineering classes have finished building an Aquaponics system and successfully stocked it with asaawe (yellow perch) and are growing a crop of lettuce. Here are some pictures of the students visiting the Northern Area Aquaponics Facility (UWSP) in Red Cliff to get some advice on how to keep the fish and plants happy. They plan on harvesting the fish and lettuce crop in December or January.

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“I don’t feel good. My head hurts.” Temperature 100.6 “Home you go”. “My chest hurts and I cough so hard I throw up.” “Home you go.” Why did you come to school,” I ask. “My parents made me. I was behind in some of my classes. I can’t afford to miss.” This goes on all through flu season. Students who are sick are miserable and

spend a lot of time on the cots in the nurse’s office. Yes, they are in school, but there’s not much learning going on as they doze, cough, sometimes cry and just need to be home. Then there are the students and staff who are not sick and are exposed to the very contagious virus, which will invade a huge percentage of people. More students become ill, some stay home, some spread the cheer at school. Soon, the school is full of substitute teachers who will need substitutes themselves if the flu isn’t contained. Those people with asthma and other illnesses are prone to catching the flu often with secondary infections, hospitalizations and the possibility of death. The environment is swirling with germs. This could go on for many weeks. School and learning will be interrupted. There is still time to get immunized if you or your child has not been. If you or your child becomes ill with fever, chills, cough, headache, stay home and take care. You know how awful you feel, don't pass it on. Remember to wash your hands frequently, get enough rest, drink plenty of fluids, and eat healthy foods. If you haven’t had

My life as a school nurse during flu season By Sue Marincel

a flu vaccination, get one and plan better for next flu season. Remember how you felt. Many say they get the flu from the immunization. That is not possible as only part of the virus goes into making the vaccine. This sparks the immune system so the body fights the germ to protect itself. Often if the flu is still gotten despite having received the vaccine, the illness is not as severe as it could have been. Also, the “flu immunization” is for the respiratory illness we see which involves the head and chest with fever and severe aches. Folks sometimes refer to vomiting and diarrhea as “the flu.” This type of illness may be most often associated with food-borne illness and is not covered by the vaccine. The flu will always be with us, but it can be less threatening by getting immunized each year (due to the virus mutating) and following the above mentioned health practices-wash your hands often, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, drink plenty of water and cough into your elbow or tissue and use a new tissue after each cough or sneeze and wash your hands again! Sue Marincel, RN is the School Nurse for Bayfield School and is a member of the Superior Influenza Coalition (SIC). The regional coalition is comprised of local pharmacies, county public health departments, area Tribes, health clinics, the hospital, public schools, nursing homes and others who are in a position to educate the public about the benefits of the flu shots or provide the shots in our region. The goal of SIC is to work collaboratively to promote flu vaccinations, educate the public, prevent illness and share resources and vaccinations during supply disruptions.

DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Dr. David Aslyn, District Administrator (Ext 101) Sheila Kelly, Administrative Assistant/School Board Secretary (Ext 100) Randi Johnson, Finance Manager (Ext. 110) Carol Curry, Finance Assistant (Ext. 111) Linda Weber, Grants & Activities Coordinator (Ext. 144) Sandy Raspotnik, Director of Pupil Services & Special Education (Ext. 103) Laurel Heckman, Pupil Services Secretary (Ext. 134) Doug Jardine, School Psychologist (Ext. 136) Susan Marincel, K-12 School Nurse (Ext. 143)

BAYFIELD 6-12 SCHOOL Scott Stralka, Principal (Ext. 141) Jeff Gordon, Dean of Students (Ext. 405) Keeley Karl, Middle/High School Secretary (Ext. 415) Nancy Larson, Guidance Counselor (Ext. 506)

BAYFIELD K-5 SCHOOL AND LAPOINTE ELEMENTARY Scott Stralka, Principal (Ext. 141) Lucy Hanson, Elementary Secretary (Ext. 142) Karen Grieve, Guidance Counselor (Ext. 317)

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The Bayfield School Nurse, Susan Marincel, recently wrote a letter that was published in the Ashland Daily Press and in the Nurses Digest, a professional organization newsletter for nurses? Congratulations Sue! Posted: The Daily Press, Sunday, October 12, 2014 5:30 pm

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A Fall Athletic Banquet was held in the school cafeteria on Monday, November 17, 2014 with a home cooked meal provided by the food service

department. The following teams were recognized:sports

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y HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL – L to R: Chantal LaFernier, Taryn Duffy, Jenna Hansen, Madeline LaPointe, Cheyenne Spencer, McKenzie Newago, August Gordon, Alison Gordon. *Not pictured - Karen Thomas, Elle Benton, JV Coach Jamie Goodlet-King and Head Coach Alli Nyara.

y HIGH SCHOOL BOYS SOCCER – L to R: Austin Flores, Christian Flores (All Conference Defense Player), Coach G. “Chewy” Garcia.

y MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL - L to R: JV Coach Mercedes Soulier, Melissa Basina, Autumn Gordon, Leah Thomas, Jamee Hansen, Janelle Gordon, Head Coach Tracy Basina. *Not pictured- Faith Basina, Alanna Pierre, Maleyna Bressler, Lizzie Hoopman, Mickey Simmons, Lavander Livingston, Sissy (Leala) LaPointe, Alexia LaGrew, Autumn Gordon, Amelia Johnson, Andrea LaGrew.

y Tracy Basina (left), Middle School Activities Coordinator and coach and Barb Rebak (right) Bayfield Athletic Director. Tracy is the K-5 Ojibwe culture teacher and Barb is the district’s business education teacher.

yBAYFIELD FOOTBALL PLAYERS – (L to R) -Mason Schelvan, Brenden Soulier, Jeffrey Krisik, James LaPointe. Bayfield Players not pictured above are- Andrew Johnson, Joe Goodwin, Kevin Leask, Matthew Nelson, Tim Topping, Jeremy Strobel.

< HIGH SCHOOL TEAM PHOTO – Bayfield has a cooperative agreement with Washburn for middle and high school football.

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Brian Keith, Bayfield 6th grader, is the November Service Above Self Award winner!! The Ashland Rotary award is given monthly to an area middle school student, chosen by their teachers, in recognition of their leadership and good citizenship. As part of the award, Brian will be honored at an Ashland Rotary Club meeting and allocate a monetary award to a non-profit of his choice. Please congratulate him!

SERVICE ABOVE SELF AWARD

staff UPDATES

JANE WEBER – Academic TutorInSchool Pregnant/Parenting Interventions, Resources and Education (InSPIRE) Program. Jane has been hired as a part-time academic

tutor to provide one-on-one assistance to school age parents so they can be sure to

graduate from high school. Jane is a retired special education teacher and has worked at the Ashland School District, CESA #12 and Marathon County.

KARRIE HAAK – Academic TutorKarrie is employed through the WI Department of Public Instruction Talent Search Program through the Ashland office and is available to help

students on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm in Tracy

Basina’s office, Room 502. Karrie is an Outdoor and Environmental Education student at Northland College focusing on working with low-income and at-risk youth and according to her welcome letter “absolutely loves connecting with students on a one-on-one basis”.

CLARISSA (GOKEE) BRESSETTE AND KASIE GOKEEClarissa (Gokee) Bressette (left) and Kasie Gokee (right) have been hired for part-time positions in the Ojibwe

Language Revitalization Program. Kasie graduated from Bayfield in 2010 and will

serve as program coordinator and Clarissa graduated in 2009 and has been hired as one of four Resource Advisors to work in elementary classrooms with students. The program office is located in the high school, office number and telephone extension 402.

Ojibwe Language Tables are held each Thursday night. The Language table is held at the ECC in Red Cliff and is open to all levels of learners. Several members of school staff attend regularly.

Agenda: Social Drumming and Dancing 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm; Pot luck Feast 5:00 pm – 5:30

pm; Introductions / Review 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm; Ojibwe Language Practice 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Limited childcare is available (under 6 years old). Location: Red Cliff Early Childhood Center, 89835 Tiny Tot Drive, Red Cliff, WI. For more information call: Reggie Cadotte at 715-779-5030 ext. 233.

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congratulationsJames Defoe Sr. on his retirement from his position as part-time housekeeper with the district. He has been with the district for four and one-half years.

y HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY TEAM - L to R: Peyton Keith (10th grade), Searra Grant (12th grade), Soloman Schuppe (10th), Arne Martinson (11th - All Conference), Coach Ludlow North. Not pictured - Stormy Charette (12th) and Yrsala Peterson (10th).

MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALLVARSITY: 8TH GRADE – Derek LaGrew, Lindy Birkholz-LaPointe, Giovanni Garramone, Ben Leduc. 7TH GRADE – Madosin Barningham, Joseph Chapman, Dusty LaFernier, Coach Charles Bresette. JUNIOR VARSITY: 8TH GRADE – Bailey Gordon;6TH GRADE – Payton Boyd, Cameron LaGrew, Wyatt Hoopman, Brian Keith, Philip LaPointe, Simon Claremboux, Dayton Milligan, Coach Joe LaGrew. Managers Leah Thomas, Daunte Gordon and Tatum Cadotte.

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