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February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
Verona Area High
School
FEB 2014 Newsletter
300 Richard St Verona WI 53593
Main Office
Phone:
(608) 845-4400 Fax:
(608) 845-4420
K-wing Office Phone:
(608) 845-4500 Fax:
(608) 845-4570
www.verona.k12.wi.us
Dates to Note in FEBRUARY 3 HOMEROOM SCHEDULE
CLUB MEETINGS: Science, French, Spanish @: 3:45; Forensics @ 4 PM
Course Information Fair; 6-8 PM starting in PAC
Prom Meeting @ 6:30 PM in K-wing Library
4 HOMEROOM SCHEDULE
CLUB MEETINGS: Volunteer @ 3:50 PM F139, Forensics Practice 4 PM
5 NHS Meeting @ 7:45 AM in PAC
Josten’s during Lunches by PAC for Senior Graduation Orders
CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 4 PM; Math Meet @ 4:15 PM @West
6 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 7:30 AM & 4 PM; Science Olympiad @ 3:45 PM
Summer Spain Trip Meeting @ 7:30 AM in C136
7 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics Practice @ 7:30 AM
8 2014 Special Olympics Polar Plunge
ACT Test 8 AM
Farm Toy Show Set-Up
9 Farm Toy Show
Prom Fashion Show 1-3 PM in PAC
10 LATE START
Badger Conference Jazz Festival
CLUB MEETINGS: German@ 3:40 PM, Forensics @ 4 PM
11 CLUB MEETINGS: Volunteer @ 3:50 PM F139, Forensics Practice 4 PM
VAHS Music Concert (SB, CH, Jazz) 7:30 PM in PAC
12 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 4 PM
Senior Class Trip Planning Meeting for Senior Parents 6:30 PM in D137
13 Badger Conference Band Festival
CLUB MEETINGS: Science Olympiad @ 3:45; Forensics @ 4 PM
15 Open Gym for Baseball in Main Gym 7-8 AM
Sober Saturday Nights at Keva 7-10 PM
17-21 FFA Week
17-March 22 Sugar River Gallery: Ring of Fire, Ceramic Art from surrounding Madison 17 CLUB MEETINGS: Science @ 3:40 PM; Art, French, Spanish @ 3:45 PM; Forensics @ 4 PM
18 CLUB MEETINGS: Volunteer @ 3:50 PM F139, Forensics Practice 4 PM
19 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 4 PM
20 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 7:30 AM & 4 PM; Science Olympiad @ 3:45 PM
21 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 7:30 AM
22 Open Gym for Baseball in Main Gym 7-8 AM
District Solo Ensemble in Mt. Horeb
24 LATE START
CLUB MEETINGS: German @ 3:40 PM; Forensics @ 4 PM
25 CLUB MEETINGS: Volunteer @ 3:50 PM F139, Forensics Practice 4 PM
Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences 4:30-8:30 PM (Progress Report Pick-Up)
26 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 4 PM
27 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 7:30 AM & 4 PM; Science Olympiad 3:45 PM
Per 2—UW 2 Year College Visit
28 CLUB MEETINGS: Forensics @ 7:30 AM
For Music Events Click: VAHS Music Events For Sporting Events Click: Big 8 Conference Schedules
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
Ms. Pam Hammen,
Principal
(608) 845-4410
Mr. Brian Boehm
Associate Principal
Grades 10-12 Last Names A-L
(608) 845-4412
Ms. Wendy Whitley
Associate Principal
Grades 10-12 Last Names M-Z
(608) 845-4411
Mr. Michael Murphy
Associate Principal
Grade 9, Exploration Academy, GEDO [email protected]
(608) 845-4560
Office Hours are 8:00 - 4:00 PM School Day is 8:30 - 3:35 PM
Late Start Mondays are 10:00 - 3:35 PM
845-4400 - Main High School Office
845-4500 - K-Wing Office
845-4430 or 4431—Student Services
845-4403 - Absence Call In (Grades 10-12)
845-4503 - Absence Call In (Gr 9, EA, GEDO)
845-4420 - Main Office FAX
845-4570 - K-Wing Office FAX
Ms. Mindy Breunig, Counselor
Grades 9-12 Last Names Hp-M
(608) 845-4626 (845-4588 on Thursdays in K-wing)
Ms. Theresa Brown Counselor
Grades 9-12 Last Names Sf-Z
(608) 845-4429 (845-4588 on Tuesdays in K-wing)
Ms. Carri Hale, Counselor
Grades 9-12 Last Names D-Ho
(608) 845-4426 (845-4588 on Fridays in K-wing)
Mr. Nick Olson, Counselor
Grades 9-12 Last Names N-Se
(608) 845-4491 (845-4588 on Mondays in K-wing)
Ms. Alicia Ziolkowski, Counselor
Grades 9 - 12 Last Names A-C
(608) 845-4427 (845-4588 on Fridays in K-wing)
Mr. Alan Buss, Psychologist
(608) 845-4434
Ms. Robin Stalheim, Psychologist
(608) 845-4528
Mr. Cory Zimmerman, Social Worker
Cory [email protected]
(608) 845-4433
Ms. Amy Moschkau, School-to-Career Coord.
(608) 845-4482
Ms. Pat Lynam, Nurse
(608) 845-4415
Mr. Mark Kryka, Athletic & Activities Director
(608) 845-4490
Officer Aaron Truscott, Police Liaison
(608) 845-4483
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
Parent-Teacher-Student
Conferences & Progress Report
Pick-Up Please mark your calendar for
PTS conferences on:
Tuesday, February 25 4:30-8:30 PM
Progress Reports are also available for pick-up on this evening. Grade 9, EA and GEDO student progress reports may be picked up in the K-wing office. Grades 10-12 student progress reports may be picked up in the main office. Any Progress Reports not picked up on this evening will be mailed the following day.
Conferences are with teachers for ten minutes on a first-come basis. Students are welcome to join in these conferences with their parents/guardians. You may always schedule additional time with teachers if needed.
Ms. Angie Midthun-Hensen, VAHS Ag/Science Instructor, has recently been awarded the 2014 DuPont Pioneer Excellence in Agricultural Science Education Award.
This award is to recognize excellence and innovation in the field of agricultural science
education. There is one award given annually.
Ms. Midthun-Hensen will receive a $5,000 grant for her classroom/program, paid travel expenses to attend the NSTA national conference on science education, mentoring with a DuPont Pioneer scientist, classroom resources from DuPont Pioneer, and access to a DuPont Pioneer product plant or research facility. She will also be presented the award at the Teacher Awards Banquet at the National Conference.
Congratulations, Ms. M-H on this well deserved and prestigious award!!!!
EPAS Testing for Grades 9, 10 & 11 On March 4, 2014, Freshmen, Sophomores and
Juniors will be taking the Explore and Plan tests
at the High School from 8:30 AM until 12:15
PM. Students will be in
a Homeroom setting for
this testing.
Seniors do not report
to school on this day.
Breakfast will be served
from 7:45—8:20 AM.
Busses will be leaving at
1:00 PM.
It’s just around the corner…
March 17-21, 2014
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
VAHS Youth Apprentice Student of Month Annalyse Shipley Grade 12
Youth Apprentice – Certified Nursing
Assistant Program
Annalyse plans on attending Madison College in the
Liberal Arts Transfer Program and then transferring
to a UW school to complete her degree nursing. Her
career goal is to become a Nurse Anesthetist.
Annaylse is the first generation in her family to
attend college. Go Annalyse!
What got you interested in the Youth Apprentice program?
Last year I saw a presentation about Youth Apprentice in English class. I knew I wanted to work in
the healthcare field and I thought the program would be a great opportunity to get that kick-
started.
Where you working and what are are your job duties? Or where would you like to
work?
Last summer I completed the Nursing Assistant program at Madison College and this fall passed the
Wisconsin Nurse Aide Competency test. I am currently applying for CNA positions and would love to
work at UW Hospital.
What are some of your favorite classes at VAHS?
My favorite classes at VAHS have been Spanish (I’m in Spanish 5). I also enjoyed Medical
Occupations, Medical Terminology, and English.
What is your dream job?
Nurse Anesthetist
What are some of your hobbies outside of school?
In my free time I enjoy spending time with my friends and family.
What do you like most about being a Youth Apprentice?
I like that I am in charge of myself and my career path. I have the freedom to choose where I want
to work, and the opportunity to take additional nursing classes at Madison College. Youth
Apprenticeship gave me the resources and help I needed to get started down my chosen career
path.
For more information about Youth Apprenticeship at VAHS, contact:
Ms. Moschkau, School-to-Career Coordinator
B175 – Student Services
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
Scheduling Reminders
Starting January 24th, students will begin
getting information about scheduling for next
year’s classes. Students will receive a course
request card along with a course prospectus (a
document explaining all courses offered at
VAHS). Students should bring this information
home to discuss class options with parents/
guardians. Each student will fill out their
course request form, enter their class requests
online in PowerSchool and then turn in their
course request form to their 2nd hour teacher
on or before Friday, February 14th. Students
who have specific questions about class options
for next year can either talk to their current
teacher in that subject area and/or schedule a
meeting to meet with their counselor.
The teachers from each academic department
will be creating informational videos about
course offerings that will be shared with
students. The videos will also be available on
the VAHS website under the Student Services
Tab.
FREE Help Filling out Financial Aid
Paperwork
College Goal Wisconsin is an event that assists
high school seniors in completing the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Filling out this form is the first step to receiving
financial aid to help pay for college. The dates
of the events offered in our area are below.
Please also note the important list of
documents you must bring with you. These
documents are ESSENTIAL to have if you are
going to fill out the FAFSA form.
EVENT LOCATIONS
Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 2pm – Madison
College (MATC), 1701 Wright St, Madison
Sunday, February 23, 2014 at 2pm – Edgewood
College, 1000 Edgewood College Ave, Madison
WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU – most of this
is information that parents will have:
2013 Federal Tax Return and W2’s, or
income estimates.
You don’t have to wait until after you file
your taxes! You are allowed to use
estimates.
2013 Untaxed Income Records such as child
support or veteran’s non-education benefits.
Information on savings, investments,
business assets, and farm assets (if
applicable)
Driver’s License (if you have one)
Social Security Number
Alien Registration Card or Permanent
Resident Card (if you are not a U.S. Citizen)
Junior Conferences
Each year the counseling team meets with each
Junior student and their parents/guardians.
This is an opportunity for us to talk about post-
high school planning and to get students ready
for their senior year. This year conferences will
start sometime in
March. Please watch
your mail for more
details about the
date/time your
conference is
scheduled.
Counselor’s Information, submitted by Ms. Ziolkowski, Counselor
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
VAHS THEATRE
Presents
Freckleface Strawberry
The Musical
Based on the book by Julianne Moore, VAHS Theatre Arts will present Freckleface Strawberry on March 7-9, 2014 in the VAHS Performing Arts Center.
Freckleface Strawberry was just like every other girl, except for one thing…she had freckles everywhere! Freckleface Strawberry will do anything to get rid of her freckles – from scrubbing them with soap, to caking on makeup, and even wearing a ski mask to school! Will her schoolmates realize it's her under the mask? Will Freckleface be brave enough to finally face her complexion in the mirror? With the help of her loveable schoolmates including an amazingly talented ballerina, a cutie jock, a charming ditz, and a totally kooky teacher, Freckleface learns that everyone is different - and that's what makes everyone special! With fun music, awesome dancing… and a freckleface full of laughs, your whole family will love this brand new musical for all ages . . . freckles or not!
The VAHS Theatre production will feature a talented cast of veteran performers and new faces to the VAHS stage. The cast features Natalie Long in the title role. Joining her onstage in the ensemble is Alex Roller, Max Luke, Randy Kessenich, Elise Everitt, Frost White, Enya Joyner, Cassidy Slinger, Rylie Butzbaugh, Makena Meyers, Erin Bormett, Molly Kempfer, Thomas Endter, Zoe Hansen, Maggie Ferguson, Cierrah Stampfli, Jenine Ybanez, Mary Schroeder, and SheldonWood. Harry Ireland will stage manage and Mariah Braier will choreograph.
Tickets for the production are $5.00 and can be obtained by calling the VAHS Theatre box office at 845-4488.
The Senior Show continues until February 7th. Help
celebrate our students’work! Beginning February 17
through March 22 the Sugar River Gallery will be hosting
the "Ring of Fire", a show focusing on the work of artists
that fire wood kilns in the area surrounding Madison. This
show is part of the locally produced shows in conjunction
with NCECA (the National Council on Education in the Ceramic Arts) conference in Milwaukee
from March 19-22. The closing reception will be March 22 from 5 - 7 PM.
The Sugar River Gallery is open during regular school hours.
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
VAHS Course Information Fair February 3, 2014
6-8 PM starting in the PAC
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
The 2014 Senior Class trip is fast approaching. On Monday, June 2 the entire senior class will be going to the Green Lake Convention Center for the day. Senior parents are needed to assist in the planning and coordination of the trip. Below are the meeting dates for planning the trip. It is my hope that you will attend the first meeting to volunteer in making this another traditionally great trip! February 12 6:30 PM Room D137 March 12 6:30 PM Room D137 April 9 6:30 PM Room D137 April 23 6:30 PM Room D137 May 7 6:30 PM Room D137 May 21 6:30 PM Room D137 If you have questions – please contact Greg
Verhelst at [email protected] or 845-
4498.
GIRL’S TRACK MEETING
There will be an organizational meeting for all
girls interested in being part of the 2014 track
team on February 14th at
3:45 pm in room K135 (K
wing).
ATTENDANCE IS
MANDATORY IF YOU ARE
PLANNING ON BEING ON
THE TEAM!!!
If, for some reason, you cannot make the
meeting, you must go see Mr. Happel at Badger
Ridge Middle School in the gym any time after 8
am the week of February 10th.
The Verona Lacrosse Spring 2014 Registration
is now open! Register online at
veronalacrosse.com
Boys & Girls Grades 2-12 – New players welcome!
Parent/Player “Kick-Off” Meetings Scheduled for:
Girls High School Players – February 4th 6:30 PM Badger Ridge Middle School Commons
Boys High School Players – February 12th 7:00PM Badger Ridge Middle School Commons
Boys/Girls Youth Players - February 17th 6:30 PM Badger Ridge Middle School Commons
Open Gyms start January 26th
Veronalacrosse.com for times & locations
Youth Apprentice Applications Now
Being Accepted! By Ms. Moschkau, School To
Career Coordinator
Get paid while you learn! Work in a business or
industry environment and gain valuable on-the-
job training
Youth Apprentice Applications for the next
school year are now being accepted. If you're
interested in joining our Youth Apprentice
program or hearing more about the
opportunities available, see Ms. Moschkau,
School-to-Career Coordinator in Student
Services, B175.
Applications will be
accepted through the
end of February. NO SCHOOL FOR SENIORS ON
TUESDAY, MARCH 4.
FRESHMEN, SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS
WILL BE EPAS TESTING!!!
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
JUNIOR PROM Come join the fun. We need you!
Junior Prom 2014 April 26 from 8-11:30 PM
Alliant Energy Center
THEME: Bright Lights, Big City
Share your time, talent or funds!
Invite from VOLUNTEER SPOT will be coming your way for spots to sign up to help on April 26 (chaperones at dance, post prom activities, etc. )
Fundraising/Prizes Committee: We need money to cover deposits, decorations, etc.
Students needed to provide input on decorations and post prom activities
Email your interest or questions to VAHS Prom Advisor Sarah Greenlaw [email protected]
Monetary donations are needed now! You may forward donations (made out to VAHS) to: VAHS Prom Advisor, Sarah Greenlaw 300 Richard Street, Verona, WI 53593 Or you, may drop it off in a sealed envelope at the K-Wing office.
Students and/or Parents Join us for upcoming Prom meetings
6:30-7:45 PM K-WING Library
February 3, March 3, April 7
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT!!!
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats
February 2014 VAHS Wildcats