Middle School & High School Guide School Year

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1 Middle School & High School Guide School Year

2 Welcome to the Sheboygan Area School District One of the strengths of the Sheboygan Area School District is the variety of opportunities and choices offered to families, especially when it comes to school choice. Every student is guaranteed enrollment in their neighborhood school, which is determined by the student s home address. Families also have the opportunity to request to attend a different school in the district. The Sheboygan Area School District will accept school choice requests for the following year during the application period of December 1 February 15. Parents/Guardians must fill out the Intradistrict Transfer Request Form available at all school offices, at the SASD Administration Building at 830 Virginia Avenue and also on our website at: under Enroll. If more applications are received than space available, a random lottery selection will determine acceptance. To determine which neighborhood schools serve a home address, use the SASD School Locator tool at:

3 Middle Schools Farnsworth Middle School...1 George D. Warriner Middle School...2 Horace Mann Middle School...3 The Mosaic School...4 Urban Middle School...5 High Schools Central High School...6 George D. Warriner High School...7 IDEAS Academy...8 North High School...9 South High School...10

4 Farnsworth Middle School 1017 Union Avenue, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 6-8 (920) Current enrollment: 557 For decades, Farnsworth Middle School has been a diverse community. This tradition continues today as students attend Farnsworth from a multitude of backgrounds (economically and socially) to form a melting pot where their differences become their strengths. Farnsworth is committed to teaching to the whole child. Academically, math and reading form the base which all other disciplines build upon. Students are provided a significant amount of time to learn these important skills and extra time is built into the day for those that need additional support or enrichment. On a weekly basis, Farnsworth provides instruction specifically focused on teaching good character traits and positive behavior through the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) system which includes: Respect, Responsibility, Safety, and Productivity. Technology plays a huge role in student life. At Farnsworth, students have access to four state of the art computer labs including a lab that is available for student use before and after school. SmartBoards, Elmos, and other electronic devices are used on a consistent basis. Wireless internet throughout the building allows for successful use of a variety of learning tools. All students at Farnsworth are assigned a chromebook for daily home and school use and they will continue to have one-on-one devices throughout their middle school career. In addition to the regular school day, students are provided a variety of activities to support their growth and development as young citizens. The activities change regularly based on student interest and need. The activities center around three areas Academics, Sports, and Leadership - and are all provided free to interested students. Some examples include the Lakeland College Math Meet, chess club, international club, cheerleading, soccer, archery, student council, and basketball. Five student activity nights are sponsored throughout the year by an extremely active Student Council. Student Council also takes part in Salvation Army red kettle drive as community service/charity work. 7:40 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 7:40 a.m. 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday 1

5 George D. Warriner Middle School 712 Riverfront Drive, Suite 101, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 6-8 (920) Current Enrollment: 67 Warriner Middle School offers a unique learning environment with small class sizes and a personalized approach to education. Our goal is to make learning meaningful and fun, engaging and motivating students to become enthusiastic life-long learners. Warriner helps students develop the skills and knowledge they need to be successful in high school, college, and beyond. Staff members work closely with families to tailor a learning plan that fits the unique needs of the individual learner. Our difference is the belief that a small school environment emphasizes collaboration and respect for all, allowing students to master rigorous curriculum - free of distraction. Warriner Middle School offers three different scheduling options for students: full day, half-day, and online. The school s unique flexible scheduling allows parents to work closely with staff to ensure the student s personalized learning plan is challenging and rewarding. The school is fortunate to have access to courses from a number of the finest online providers available. Warriner students use a supplied Chromebook computer that promotes learning anywhere and anytime. Approximately 85% of the student body chooses to attend full days. This schedule allows students to experience an innovative and effective educational model within a more traditional classroom setting. Students learn in a teacher-led atmosphere where small class sizes and differentiated instruction allow all students to grow. A typical Warriner Middle School student has a schedule that includes math and reading hybrid courses that target each student s needs. Social studies, science, and literature circles are taught by teachers who design curriculum to promote hands-on learning, resulting in high student engagement. Students also participate in project-based learning and guidance. The result of this curriculum is a student who is strong in the core content areas of math, science, reading, and social studies. Our unique approach to learning also ensures high school and college success by developing creativity, innovation, and problem solving through high level research, writing, and presentation projects. The staff at Warriner Middle School is dedicated to promoting a safe, educational and fun environment for all learners. It is our mission to ensure that all students achieve growth academically, socially and in the area of career and college readiness. Through a gradual release of responsibilities, our students develop the independence they will need for future growth and success. Beyond the school day, students are invited to participate in an after school program that offers them a variety of experiences to enrich their learning while having fun. 8:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 8:00 am - 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday 2

6 Horace Mann Middle School 2820 Union Avenue, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 6-8 (920) Current enrollment: 583 The Horace Mann Middle School campus is situated on 43 acres of beautiful green space. Within the school, one of our goals is to expand students horizons by welcoming them into an environment that will help them learn, grow and succeed. In addition to core academic courses like math, science, language arts and social studies, students participate in a variety of allied arts classes, including music, physical education, art, technology education, family and consumer education, world languages, and business education. These allied arts classes expose students to new concepts, skills and experiences, while providing students choices in their education. In addition to the rigorous activities of the school day, students are encouraged to explore their interests and talents through a variety of extra-curricular sports ranging from the more common sports like flag football, basketball, soccer, and softball to those that are less traditional for a school setting, such as bowling, ping pong, golf and badminton. Students may also participate in after school activities like Archiver s Club, Book Club, Show Choir, and Talent Show. One bonus to attending Horace Mann, whether an actor or an audience member, is an opportunity to experience the inner workings of live productions first-hand. Typically over 100 students participate in our annual musical, held in the Leslie W. Johnson Theater, which is also home to the Sheboygan Theater Company. All Horace Mann Middle School students belong to a team, which makes a large school feel smaller and helps students get to know their teachers and each other more quickly. Students also have an opportunity to connect with others during Advisory time, discussing topics related to school expectations, working together and just getting to know each other and having fun. Finding a place where students belong is a big part of our school. At the heart of the students feeling connected to school is a quality, caring staff. Over 67% of Horace Mann teachers hold a Master s degree or higher. Each of them has a passion to bring the best student experience to the students and their families. Frequently, staff, students, and families work together to support less fortunate families in our school community and around the world. It is inspirational! The Horace Mann site-based management team is a partnership between staff, students and parents to oversee the general school functioning and family-focused activities, such as the Fall Open House and Family Fun Night. To prepare students for the 21st century, students utilize one-to-one devices throughout their middle school career. In addition, Horace Mann boasts SmartBoards in each academic classroom to enhance the interactive learning environment. 7:40 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 7:40 a.m. 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday 3

7 The Mosaic School 830 Virginia Avenue, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 6-8 (920) Current enrollment: 96 The Mosaic School exists to create a learning environment that teaches to and celebrates the multiple intelligences of each student. Utilizing the individual strengths and learning interests of all students, Mosaic promotes a diverse community built around a culture of decency and trust. Through project based learning, students will enter high school with a foundation of academic and real-life skills specifically crafted to meet the challenges of a world that requires critical and innovative thinking. Mosaic students work in a school community that applies their knowledge through hands-on learning every day. Students engage in learning through collaborative projects that require them to apply content in innovative ways. Through this process, students make decisions that cause them to reflect on and revise their work. In addition to the core curriculum, students are asked to apply Habits of Professionalism and Habits of Mind throughout the entire educational program. These skills help students to become independent, self-directed learners who are prepared for high school. Projects are used as a primary means for students to apply what they are learning in a way that integrates with Habits of Professionalism and Habits of Mind. Advisory serves as the home base for students in middle school. Each advisor has students and provides weekly academic advisement, future planning, and community building. Advisory also serves as the place for students to problem solve and discuss their school community through Town Halls and the school s Think Tank which includes representatives from every advisory. Seminars provide Mosaic students the opportunity to try arts and engineering classes including, dance/movement, drama, music, visual arts, creative writing, and design/engineering in a way that holds true to the hands-on learning approach. Students create in each of these classes and present their work, continually building their Habits of Professionalism and Habits of Mind. Presentations of Learning are a unique way Mosaic students present and reflect on their learning for each grading term. At the end of each term, students prepare a portfolio and present it to their advisor and parents showcasing their learning including core content, Habits of Professionalism and Habits of Mind. An After School Program builds upon learning during the day and includes Forensics, Future City (a city design competition), Drama Production Club, Lego League, International Club, Book Club, and many others. The school s educational program is guided by cutting edge research from Center for Responsive Schools and Harvard University s Project Zero. Through this research teachers provide Mosaic students with an exceptional environment for learning. 8:05 a.m. - 3:10 p.m. 8:05 a.m. - 2:12 p.m. on Wednesday 4

8 Urban Middle School 1226 North Avenue, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 6-8 (920) Current enrollment: 684 Urban Middle School has a tradition of being academically challenging resulting in high student performance. High expectations define Urban s rigorous curriculum, which challenges students to move beyond basic knowledge and comprehension to higher order thinking skills. Urban is proud of their students high achievement, extra-curricular offerings, and Intramural Sports program. These programs prepare Urban students both socially and academically for high school success. Middle school is a time of learning and personal growth for students and the middle school concept is designed to nurture that growth. Students rotate through a variety of allied arts classes, in order to expose students to different subject areas. As students advance to the upper grades, more choices are given to allow students more control over their schedule and learning. All Urban Middle School students have a Chromebook for daily/home use. Access to technology is part of the evolution in SASD s 1:1 device commitment. The use of this technology is and will continue to be an essential part of daily instruction at the secondary level. Over 75% of teachers have earned a Master s degree or higher and nearly 85% of them have more than 5 years of teaching experience. Urban is proud of their award-winning teachers and has a number of teachers who present at conferences as experts in their field. Urban is known for its impressive student council, which is one of the largest in the state. The students involved conduct service projects, school projects and receive leadership training. In addition to student council, students have opportunities to play sports, join the yearbook, school newspaper or stage crew and also participate in academic enrichment through the Math Counts program and the annual Lakeland Math Meet. The team from Urban has always placed in the top three at every Lakeland Math Meet competition. Advisors do their best to schedule the activities so students do not have to choose between, but can participate in any or all they are interested in. 7:40 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 7:40 a.m. 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday 5

9 Central High School 621 Water St., Sheboygan, WI Grades: 9-12 (920) Current enrollment: 215 Central High School is an innovative, project-based charter high school that is focused on real world results. Central High School prepares students for post-secondary education or job training and placement. A variety of learning formats allows students to choose a project-based or traditional format in flexible, individualized scheduling that successfully connects students to the real world. In the day-school program, many students participate in Project-Based Learning (PBL). In PBL, students earn credits through integration of research, writing, and presentation skills with content area studies. Opportunities to create hands-on projects allow students to pursue their interest areas in depth. Other students choose traditional classes to earn their graduation credit requirements. All students receive intensive instruction to build proficiency in math and reading because they are vital to ongoing success and career and college readiness. Small class sizes allow teachers to provide personalized instruction based on student need. In this smaller school environment, teachers are able to increase individualized attention promoting improved relationships between students and teachers. Central High School has a strong partnership with Lakeshore Technical College (LTC), offering students dual credit for high school and college and helping students bridge the gap from high school to higher education. Students have the opportunity to take some of these courses at Central High School, while other students are transported directly to the LTC Campus for courses. In addition to its day-school program, Central High offers multi-faceted credit recovery options, including an after school program, summer program, Compass learning, GED- Option 2, and a work experience program. Central High also supports teen parents in the Teen-age Parent Program and an on-site Parenting Lab that provides childcare to children of students. Beyond the school day, students have opportunities to join our extended day communitylearning center. Students can choose to participate in a variety of activities designed to promote student interests. 8:40 a.m. 3:30 p.m. (After school program: 3:30 5:30 M-Fr) 8:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday 6

10 George D. Warriner High School 712 Riverfront Drive, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 9-12 (920) Current Enrollment: 117 While Warriner High School is technically classified as an online school, it does online learning differently. The school offers hybrid classes that require both an online and faceto-face component resulting in higher graduation and college enrollment rates than other online high schools. Attendance requirements can range from exclusively online to daily attendance based upon the needs of each student and their family. The educational process at George D. Warriner High School begins with a personalized learning plan. This process brings the student, parent(s) and advisor together to set individual goals and create a learning plan that ensures individual student success and the attainment of educational and post-secondary goals. These goals are achieved through the flexibility of the Four Pillar curriculum model, while the structure of the school can fit the needs of any family. The Four Pillar (online/blended, project-based, early college, and career readiness) approach at Warriner High School allows for a curriculum that encompasses the whole student. This perfect mix of rigorous curriculum allows students to master skills and essential learning necessary to establish a path for future success in college. Regular meetings with an advisory group provide the support and social experience not often found in an online school. Access to online coursework offers students over 100 virtual courses and over 20 advanced placement (AP) courses. Students also have individual bi-weekly 30-minute meetings with their advisor to encourage continuous success. Warriner students use a supplied laptop computer that promotes learning anywhere and anytime. With small class sizes and a personalized approach, students always have the support and guidance they need to reach their full potential. Warriner helps students gain the skills and knowledge they need and assists them in planning for their future. Beyond the school day, students are invited to participate in a wide variety of enrichment activities through an after school program. Students also have the option to participate in sports programming at North or South High Schools. 7:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 7

11 IDEAS Academy 830 Virginia Avenue, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 9-12 (920) Current enrollment: 159 IDEAS Academy exists to prepare students for college and a future that increasingly values critical and innovative thinking through the integration of academic content with design, engineering, arts and sciences. The IDEAS Academy offers an education that provides students with the knowledge and skills high school students need through a comprehensive curriculum that allows in-depth learning via projects-based and disciplinary learning. All IDEAS students engage in a culture that values and teaches critical and innovative thinking through projects that ask students to apply core content through hands-on learning. IDEAS Academy also offers students a unique school culture based on decency and trust that fosters a participatory community. All students have a say in their community that makes them active problem solvers in their community. Students and their families value our focus on developing Habits of Mind and Habits of Professionalism. Through the following aspects of IDEAS, students become more independent and more self-directed learners who are prepared for life after high school: Projects are designed to encourage students to question and explore authentic topics within the academic disciplines. Projects integrate Habits of Professionalism and Habits of Mind, so that students can successfully build on and apply what they are learning. Advisory serves as the home base for students in high school. In daily meetings with students. Advisors facilitate weekly academic advisement, goal setting, and community building. Advisory is also a way for students to be involved in making decisions about their school community, through whole school Town Halls and representative Think Tanks. Seminars are elective classes in engineering/design, movement/dance, drama, creative writing, music, and visual arts. Through hands-on experiences, students build the vocabulary, skills, and confidence to create and present original work. Presentations of Learning are a unique way IDEAS students present and reflect on their learning for each grading term. Students work with their teachers and advisors to prepare an integrative portfolio of their work, and then present it to parents as a showcase of their learning. The After School Program builds upon learning during the day and includes Forensics, Cooking Club, Drama Production Club, Visioneer s Design Challenge, International Club, ACT Prep, as well as many others. IDEAS educational program is guided by cutting edge research from Center for Responsive Schools and Harvard University s Project Zero. Through this research, teachers provide students with an exceptional environment for learning. 7:55 a.m. 3:05 p.m. 7:55 a.m. 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday 8

12 North High School 1042 School Avenue, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 9-12 (920) Current enrollment: 1443 At North High School, students, parents, staff, and community members work together to provide equal opportunity for learners to attain their highest level of academic achievement, personal growth, and intellectual development in a safe and caring environment. North offers a student-centered, comprehensive curriculum with rigorous academic standards founded in the implementation of cross-curricular literacy strategies and a commitment to building and maintaining positive relationships. Families and students can choose from more than 250 courses, including 14 Advanced Placement courses, and more than 50 sports and co-curricular activities. North High School has a highly educated and dedicated staff that is committed to preparing all students for college and careers. More than 60% of teachers have earned a Master s degree or higher, and four North High teachers have earned National Board Certification. A number of staff members have also been recognized as Kohl Educational Foundation Fellows as well as by numerous other organizations and programs for their excellence in teaching and commitment to their profession. A variety of technology is available and utilized to engage, enhance, and promote student learning. North remains committed to providing a plethora of rigorous learning opportunities through a variety of modes, including the use of the most recently available technology, including Chromebooks which are issued to each student. Parents and community members, along with prospective students, are always welcome to visit or tour North High School, especially while school is in session. You will get a true look and feel for a comprehensive high school of more than 1,500 students and more than 120 full- and part-time staff. North has a wonderfully dynamic, energetic, and diverse student body, staff and parents who strive daily to help realize the school s vision. 7:55 a.m. 3:15 p.m. 7:55 a.m. 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday 9

13 South High School 3128 South 12th Street, Sheboygan, WI Grades: 9-12 (902) Current enrollment: 1122 South High School is a safe, caring school that offers a rigorous curriculum with a variety of opportunities to prepare students for careers, citizenship, and life. South High School has adopted a unique schedule to allow students to customize their high school experience in a flexible learning environment commonly referred to as Flex Mod. Students will be supported in taking advantage of our many course offerings, participating in college level course work, and having opportunities for enrollment in workbased learning experiences. An innovative career pathways program provides students with community experience, college credit, and potentially a certification in a field of interest. Pathways offered include engineering, medical occupations, hospitality and tourism, manufacturing, teaching and education, along with a general four-year college preparatory pathway. The pathways represent an exceptional amount of collaboration between South High, higher education institutions, and local businesses. Relationships with companies, such as Acuity, Prevea, Aurora, Kohler Credit Union and Rockline has given our students a distinct advantage in being college and career ready. Over 60% of South High School staff members have earned a Master s degree or higher. Teachers are dedicated to a model of collaboration where they connect course materials to real-world experience. Teachers recognize the need for students to not only learn the content of each course, but to have the instructional opportunity to use critical thinking to demonstrate and apply their learning. Students learn in a technology rich environment, where education spans from face-to-face instruction to online classroom environments. Students can choose to participate in over 50 different sports, clubs or organizations. Extra-curricular activities offer students opportunities and lessons that can t always be taught in the traditional classroom setting. The core principals of commitment, leadership, effort, respect, and pride are collectively referred to as the Redwing Way and represent an established culture of learning, where each student feels safe and supported. 7:45 a.m. 3:15 p.m. 7:45 a.m. 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday 10

14 Stay Connected with the Sheboygan Area School District Website Visit the Sheboygan Area School District website to keep up to date with district news and view upcoming events. The website also offers links to school websites, job postings and much more! Social Media Connect with us on our Facebook Page! Follow our school news on Follow SASD school closings SASD-TV Our student-run cable channel airs our monthly Board of Education meetings and other programs on Charter Communications channel 993 digital and on AT&T U-Verse channel 99. Select programs are available for online viewing.

15 FOR SPANISH TRANSLATION: Si usted necesita ayuda en leer el mensaje, por favor llame Adriana Uribe al numero para traducciòn. FOR HMONG TRANSLATION: Yog koj tsis totaub los yog nyeem tsis tau cov lus saum no, thov hu rau Houa Yang ntawm The Sheboygan Area School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, handicap, marital or parental status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. ***This guide was printed in December 2015 for the school year and content is subject to change***

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