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🎄❄️ Winter Break Alert! ❄️🎄 Enjoy some well-deserved rest and relaxation from Dec. 23rd to Jan. 1st! 🎉 Whether you're cozying up with a good book, enjoying family time, or just sleeping in, make the most of it! 😴 But don't worry, we'll be back and ready to roll on January 2nd! 📚✏️ Get ready to kick off 2025 with energy, excitement, and a whole lot of learning. See you soon! 🎉 #WinterBreak #BackToSchool #SeeYouIn2025 #HappyHolidays

Snowflake Craft Fair December 7th

SWIMMING LESSONS - WINTER SIGN UP Levels for swim lessons are NOT age-related, they are performance-related. When choosing a lesson, your child should be able to do what is listed below before preceding to the next level. If there is a question err on the side of caution (Level down). For any other questions contact Russ Lietz at russ.lietz@edgerton.k12.wi.us Bring payment to the first swimming lesson (12/7/24). THE FEE IS $30.00 PER STUDENT The first session of Swimming Lessons: December 7th, 14th January 4th, 11th and 18th (25th make up date) We will be having a second session of lessons that will go from February 1st - March 8th! Be looking for the next sign-up. Registration for the second session will push out on January 29th! Click here to view the available slots and sign up. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DAEA62AA6F5C61-52699421-edgerton#

Holiday Assistance Sponsored by Edgerton Community Outreach Holiday meals Dear Edgerton Families, The holiday season is just around the corner and we are happy to share a wonderful opportunity for families in need of support. Thanks to the generosity of Edgerton Outreach, Thanksgiving and Christmas hot meals are available to families in our community at no cost. Complete information can be found on their website https://edgertonoutreach.org/news/holiday-meals/ These meals include everything you need to have a delicious hot meal, including turkey or ham, sides, and dessert. Meals will be delivered on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Eve (respectively). Important Details: - Meals are available for Thanksgiving and Christmas - Families must sign up in advance - To sign up, please call Edgerton Outreach: 608-884-9593 Please make sure to call Edgerton Outreach as soon as possible to reserve your meals. This is a great way to ensure that every family in our community can celebrate the holidays with a full and festive meal. Gifts for Kids and the Giving Tree Gifts for Kids and the Giving Tree are two holiday programs coordinated by Edgerton Community Outreach that acquire presents for children from birth to 12th grade. Please check out their website https://edgertonoutreach.org/news/gifts-for-kids-and-giving-tree/ for more details! Important Details: - Must live in or around the Edgerton area - Children need to live in the household at least 50% of the year - Parent needs a valid ID to sign up and proof of child's residency - To sign up, please call Edgerton Outreach: 608-884-9593 We are so grateful to Edgerton Outreach for their continued support of our community, and we encourage you to take advantage of these amazing opportunities. Wishing you all a joyful and warm holiday season!

The Rock County Prevention Network, a youth drug-prevention organization, is looking for feedback! RCPN has launched a survey to learn about adult's thoughts on alcohol, medication, and nicotine use in our communities. The data will inform the network's activities for this upcoming year. The survey only takes about 5 minutes to complete and is open to any adult in Rock County. The fully anonymous questionnaire is available online. https://qualtricsxmznlx2wdzp.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bdTdDSxuANRNg22

We are proud to announce the playing of Screenagers: Under the Influence at the Edgerton Performing Arts Center on November 11th! Screenagers is a documentary that explores how increased screen time and social media affect teens and substance use. The film debunks myths, gives parents strategies to support healthy decision making and teen mental health, and shows how teens are using their strength to navigate this difficult topic. The film lasts about 70 minutes and is recommended for grades 6+. Please share with any parents and caregivers you know! Thank you to our partners, Rock County Prevention Network, Edgerton Police Department & Edgerton School District!

Free Swimming Lessons for Low Income Families Register at Edgerton Outreach. Sign Up for Swimming Lessons to open November 20th.

We are proud to announce the playing of Screenagers: Under the Influence at the Edgerton Performing Arts Center on November 11th! Screenagers is a documentary that explores how increased screen time and social media affect teens and substance use. The film debunks myths, gives parents strategies to support healthy decision making and teen mental health, and shows how teens are using their strength to navigate this difficult topic. The film lasts about 70 minutes and is recommended for grades 6+. Please share with any parents and caregivers you know! Thank you to our partners, Rock County Prevention Network, Edgerton Police Department & Edgerton School District!

Youth basketball Futures Development Info

School clubs to host electronics recycling event - October 12th - 8am - 12pm Two Edgerton High School clubs are hosting an electronics recycling event in the school parking lot on the morning of Saturday, October 12. The Business Club and the Eco Club are working with Universal Recycling Technologies to take the electronics items delivered to the parking lot from 8 a.m. until Noon. No registration is required and there is no charge for recycling the following items: televisions, computers, monitors, printers, keyboards, speakers, hard drives, phones, calculators, electronic toys, copiers, small kitchen electronics, remote controls, camcorders, VCR players, DVD players, radios, stereos, scanners, docking stations, computer fans, DVRs, fax machines, cameras, GPS navigation units, receivers, CD players, game consoles, cable boxes, cell phones, satellite receivers, tablets, small servers, MP3 players, pagers, routers and more. Large appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, furnaces, washers, dryers, water heaters and water softeners will not be accepted at this event. Also, contaminated medical equipment, fire alarms, dehumidifiers, devices with mercury, exit signs, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and units with liquid or sludge will not be accepted. Questions can be directed to Dan White, business education teacher, at dan.white@edgerton.k12.wi.us. According to White, URT is an industry leading recycler and holds the highest levels of certification and recognition for data destruction and environmental controls, including NAID AAA, e-Stewards and R2v3 certifications. More information about URT can be found at their website, urtsolutions.com or at (608) 754-3400.

Taher - Discover the difference All Long Johns are NOT equal! Nourishing the minds of our future. For all school breakfast and lunch menus check out - https://www.edgerton.k12.wi.us/page/student-nutrition-menus

School clubs to host electronics recycling event Two Edgerton High School clubs are hosting an electronics recycling event in the school parking lot on the morning of Saturday, October 12. The Business Club and the Eco Club are working with Universal Recycling Technologies to take the electronics items delivered to the parking lot from 8 a.m. until Noon. No registration is required and there is no charge for recycling the following items: televisions, computers, monitors, printers, keyboards, speakers, hard drives, phones, calculators, electronic toys, copiers, small kitchen electronics, remote controls, camcorders, VCR players, DVD players, radios, stereos, scanners, docking stations, computer fans, DVRs, fax machines, cameras, GPS navigation units, receivers, CD players, game consoles, cable boxes, cell phones, satellite receivers, tablets, small servers, MP3 players, pagers, routers and more. Large appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, furnaces, washers, dryers, water heaters and water softeners will not be accepted at this event. Also, contaminated medical equipment, fire alarms, dehumidifiers, devices with mercury, exit signs, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and units with liquid or sludge will not be accepted. Questions can be directed to Dan White, business education teacher, at dan.white@edgerton.k12.wi.us. According to White, URT is an industry leading recycler and holds the highest levels of certification and recognition for data destruction and environmental controls, including NAID AAA, e-Stewards and R2v3 certifications. More information about URT can be found at their website, urtsolutions.com or at (608) 754-3400.

Instrument Drive - Details within image.

Community & Yahara Lunch Menu Changes for September 11th & 12th. September 11th - Community - Corn Dog and Cheeseburger Yahara - Corn Dog September 12th - Community - Pork Sandwich & Orange Chicken Yahara - Pork Sandwich All other sides and salads remain the same. Thank you for your understanding!

Back to School Tomorrow! Here is a quick link to What's for Lunch - https://www.edgerton.k12.wi.us/page/student-nutrition-menus

First Day of School - Mark your Calendars! September 3rd

Back to School - Open Houses 4pm - 6pm Community Yahara Edgerton Middle School 5pm - 7pm Edgerton High School

Yahara Elementary School had their back to school gathering and picnic last night. Families came to socialize, eat dinner picnic style, and kids were reunited and played on the playground. Luke's shaved ice truck was also on grounds to provide a sweet treat to all. Thank you Yahara Community Club for providing the fun and treats. The evening ended by holding the first YCC parent meeting of the year. The next meeting will be held on September 5th at 6:30 PM.

Dental Care Right at School! Enroll at https://enrollment.bbsmiles.org/ Services are provided at school during the day and visitsare held throughout the school year.All students from PK-12th grade, early intervention, andthe adult 18-21 program who don’t have a family dentistare encouraged to enroll today! No cost for students with Medicaid! Low cost for students without Medicaid!

Fall Signup for Briding Brighter Smiles Sign up online at: http://enrollment.bbsmiles.org/ Professional Dental Services Provided Right at School Include: - Oral Screening - Dental Cleaning - Fluoride Varnish Application - Dental Sealant Placement - Silver Diamine Fluoride Application - Sealant Retention Checks - Oral Health Education - Referral Assistance - Forward Health (BadgerCare) Accepted! - (Other Private Dental Insurance Not Accepted) Funds made available through your FSA/HSA account may be utilized as a form of payment, please check with your carrier for specific terms and conditions.