Dr. Ackley’s Message . . .
NORTH LAKE SCHOOL BOARD ACCEPTS NLEF GIFT
The new middle school desks have been ordered and will be ready for the new school year. Thank you to NLEF for their support of students’ learning needs and the fine arts program.
A SUMMER ASSIGNMENT FOR PARENTS
The end of any school year tends to have challenges in terms of student behavior. These challenges are normal, and students work through them hopefully learning important lessons along the way. However, I have been especially concerned about student cell phone use lately, especially related to healthy boundaries and responsible choices. I mention this concern as we close out the school year because families will have time to reflect on it over the summer. I intend to maintain the cell phone free school day and always need parental support to accomplish this chief educational goal. More information will be coming in the 2024-2025 Back to School Letter. Meanwhile, parents, please make a point to read this powerful article written by Jonathan Haidt titled: End the Phone-Based Childhood Now : The environment in which kids grow up today is hostile to human development.
I am happy to send a hard copy home – just call the office. Have a safe summer, play outside, and talk to your kids!
NORTH LAKE SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS
There are three scholarships available to high school seniors who attended North Lake School. These scholarships are awarded annually through the Arrowhead Scholarship Fund.
The 2024 North Lake Education Foundation (NLEF) recipient is Sam Leoni (not pictured).
The 2024 Robert H. & Shirley E. Bentzien Foundation recipients are Faith Knabenbauer and Charlie Andorfer. Aiko Steinlage, a 2023 scholarship recipient, serves as the foundation’s executive director and presented the awards.
GRADUATION FAST APPROACHING
We are all looking forward to the Class of 2024 graduation ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4th. Rumor has it that Mr. Krieger’s choir will be performing a song or two. Please join us even if you do not have a graduate.
Parents of rising 9th graders, please send a written note to the office indicating early dismissal on Tuesday, June 4th. The rehearsal will be over by 10:00 a.m. and students are encouraged to go home at this time and return by 5:00 p.m. for graduation pictures at the front of the school.
END OF YEAR – STUDENT MEDICATIONS
Parents, please remember to pick up your children’s medications on file in the health room by Thursday, June 6th.
FIELD DAY & FAMILY PICNIC UPDATES
The rising 8th graders are hosting an all school field day on Wednesday, June 5th from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Thank you Mrs. Wagner for your leadership and organization of this event.
The last day of school is Thursday, June 6th and culminates with the Family Picnic. Join us at 11:00 a.m. for 5th-8th grade or 11:30 a.m. for K-4th grade.
NEW THIS YEAR: K-4th grade parents please pick up your child at their classroom before joining the lunch line. If you have children at different lunch times, please feel free to dine with all ages at 11:00 a.m. Just be sure to check in with the K-4th grade teachers.
It is a North Lake tradition to take your children home following the picnic. Please indicate your plans to your classroom teachers. Keep in mind, it is still technically a full day of school so there will be afternoon bus service if needed.
7TH GRADE FOOD TRUCK EXPERIENCE
As part of the 7th grade Write IT class, Ms. Mays’ students create portfolios for their very own food truck business. Younger students then participate by “purchasing” a set amount across all food trucks. This year’s winner of the food truck experience will be announced next week.
OLYMPIC CLOSING CEREMONY
Thank you to Mrs. Karen Clauer for her leadership with the North Lake School Olympics. Mrs. Clauer gave the 8th grade class a special acknowledgement for being positive role models and a dream class for a gym teacher.
The 2024 podium included:
⭐ 1st Place – Ireland
⭐ 2nd Place – USA
⭐ 3rd Place – Norway
JAMMIN’ WITH JULIA – 5/18/24
Supporting Julia and MPS (Mucopolysaccharidosis IV)
2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR INFORMATION
2024-2025 – SCHOOL CALENDAR
The North Lake School District school calendar for the 2024-2025 school year is located on the North Lake School website, see Calendar/Printable Calendars.
https://northlakeschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/NLS-2024-2025-Calendar-Approved-1-17-24.pdf
2024-2025 – ENROLLMENTS
North Lake School continues to attract new students. We have room at every grade level and word of mouth is our best advertisement. If you have a neighbor or friend interested in attending the #1 middle school in the state as well as a Great K-8, please encourage them to call the office and arrange a personal tour. Although the regular open enrollment window has closed, the alternative open enrollment applications period begins July 1st. It’s never too late to be a Laker!
2024-2025 – ONLINE REGISTRATION (SKYWARD)
The District is migrating towards online registration.
➣ This process will begin mid July.
➣ Detailed instructions and links will be communicated through email mid July.
➣ If you have changed your email recently, please make sure to contact the office with your most current email for distribution of online registration materials.
Don’t worry…there will still be an in person Registration Day & Open House on Wednesday, August 21st from 3:00-6:30 p.m. including school pictures and an epic community event!
2024-2025 – SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS
The office will notify you through email when the school supply lists are available on the North Lake School website.
2024-2025 – GET YOUR SHOTS THIS SUMMER!
New immunization information has been released for the upcoming school year. 7th graders now need the meningitis immunization prior to the first day of school.
Make sure to set up your appointments early this summer.
1st Grade - Milwaukee County Zoo Field Trip
4th Grade - State Capitol Field Trip
4th Grade - Old World Wisconsin Field Trip
6th Grade - Milwaukee County Zoo Field Trip
7th Grade Girls Volleyball - 3rd Place AMSAC
North Lake School Results
Arrowhead Grade School Invite - May 15th
Student | Event | Place |
Elliot Daugs | Boys 400 Meter Dash | 15th |
Juliana Daugs | Girls 400 Meter Dash | 1st |
| Girls 200 Meter Dash | 3rd |
| Girls High Jump | 2nd |
Keagen Foerch | Boys 1600 Meter Run | 4th |
Reid Foerch | Boys 800 Meter Run | 11th |
Amelia Fulton | Girls 400 Meter Dash | 23rd |
| Girls 1600 Meter Run | 6th |
Quinn Fulton | Boys 1600 Meter Run | 12th |
Matthew Greenhagen | Boys 100 Meter Dash | 8th |
Mason Roberts | Boys 100 Meter Dash | 18th |
Zoe Thieme | Girls 100 Meter Dash | 10th |
Parker Widenski | Girls 100 Meter Hurdles | 12th |
| Girls Long Jump | 22nd |
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Team Rankings – 11 Events Scored | Place | |
North Lake School – Girls | 8th | |
North Lake School – Boys | 10th | |
North Lake Track Club Success
at the May 22nd All Comers Meet
Student | Event | Place |
Bailey Anderson | Girls 13 – 55 Meter Dash | 5th |
| Girls 14 – 4×100 Meter Relay | 1st |
| Girls 13 – Long Jump | 6th |
Juliana Daugs | Girls 14 – 4×100 Meter Relay | 1st |
Keagan Foerch | Boys 13 – 1600 Meter Run | 1st |
| Boys 13 – High Jump | 2nd |
Parker Foerch | Boys 6 – 400 Meter Dash | 1st |
| Boys 6 – 200 Meter Run | 1st |
Reid Foerch | Boys 11 – 800 Meter Run | 1st |
Amelia Fulton | Girls 9 – 1600 Meter Run | 1st |
| Girls 9 – 110 Meter Hurdles | 1st |
Quinn Fulton | Boys 11 – 1600 Meter Run | 1st |
Matthew Greenhagen | Boys 13 – 55 Meter Dash | 2nd |
| Boys 13 – 100 Meter Dash | 3rd |
Skylar Sabre | Girls 14 – 4×100 Meter Relay | 1st |
Parker Widenski | Girls 11 – 110 Meter Hurdles | 2nd |
| Girls 11 – Long Jump | 5th |
Achieving Outside NLS
June Dates to Remember
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8th Grade Field Trip to the Kalahari – 8:00-5:00 pm
5th-6th Grade Picnic – 9:00-2:30 pm
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8th Grade Graduation – 5:30 pm in Big Gym
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Field Day – 12:00-2:00 pm
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LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
Family Picnic – Grades 5-8: 11:00-11:30 am
Family Picnic – Grades K-4: 11:30-12:00 pm
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School Board Meeting – 5:30 pm – Conference Room
July Dates to Remember
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School Board Meeting – 5:30 pm – Conference Room
mid July
Online Registration – Information will be emailed to parents
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Online Registration Deadline
August Dates to Remember
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Registration Day & Open House – 3:00-6:30 pm – MPR
School Board Meeting – 5:30 pm – Conference Room
A Note from Ms. Meister
Hello Summer!
Prevent “summer slide”, the loss of skills and knowledge students worked so hard to gain this year. Don’t stop reading.
The lazy days of summer are the perfect time to enjoy a good book, keep reading skills strong, and continue to build vocabulary.
The Town Hall Library invites all our North Lake School families to participate in their summer reading program. Stop by, sign up, and check out some good books.
More information can be found here: https://www.townhalllibrary.org/thl-summer-2024/
Counseling Corner
Hello North Lake Families!
It is hard to believe that we are at the end of another school year! We sure will miss our 8th graders and look forward to welcoming a new class in the fall!
I wanted to celebrate our recent “Pay It Forward Day”. Our group hosted 49 North Lake students and they accomplished the following:
- Created SIX Doctor Care Kits that will go to local hospitals
- Made suncatchers that will go to local nursing homes to brighten people’s days
- Tied SIX blankets that will go to the Ronald McDonald House for residents staying there
- Drew and created inspirational sayings that will be tied in our community. Look for them around town!
- Colored beautiful pictures that will go towards “Spreading a Smile”
- And…ate lots of snacks! 🙂
It was a terrific day – big thanks to Addison, Hadley, Parker, Haley, Ava, Reese, Mairead, Kennedy, Maya and Fiona for your inspiration and hard work! You are making a difference in this little part of our world.
If your family would like to make a difference – check out this website for ideas!
Random Acts of Kindness Foundation
As always, please continue to let me know if you’d like any more support for your child throughout the remainder of the year or looking into next year. Enjoy your summer!
Jill Lesch
School Counselor
