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![Photo: October 9, 2024 Elementary Facility Plan Citizen Task Force Meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728932743/wausauschoolsorg/xqi5aydg1kkydpnwlaec/October9TaskForceImage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728932743/wausauschoolsorg/xqi5aydg1kkydpnwlaec/October9TaskForceImage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728932743/wausauschoolsorg/xqi5aydg1kkydpnwlaec/October9TaskForceImage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1728932743/wausauschoolsorg/xqi5aydg1kkydpnwlaec/October9TaskForceImage.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1728932743/wausauschoolsorg/xqi5aydg1kkydpnwlaec/October9TaskForceImage.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1728932743/wausauschoolsorg/xqi5aydg1kkydpnwlaec/October9TaskForceImage.jpg","width":2200}])
As a reminder, this is part of the Wausau School District/Board's process to create a long-range elementary school facilities plan. That plan will focus, in particular, on whether the number of elementary schools in the Wausau School District should be reduced and if so, then how, where, and when.
![State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly is pictured talking with students in youth mental health roundtable at East High.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731956460/wausauschoolsorg/f9xz6wvmlec6fgtyy7f8/DrJillUnderlyVisitsEastHigh_Nov2024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731956460/wausauschoolsorg/f9xz6wvmlec6fgtyy7f8/DrJillUnderlyVisitsEastHigh_Nov2024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731956460/wausauschoolsorg/f9xz6wvmlec6fgtyy7f8/DrJillUnderlyVisitsEastHigh_Nov2024.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731956460/wausauschoolsorg/f9xz6wvmlec6fgtyy7f8/DrJillUnderlyVisitsEastHigh_Nov2024.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1731956460/wausauschoolsorg/f9xz6wvmlec6fgtyy7f8/DrJillUnderlyVisitsEastHigh_Nov2024.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1731956460/wausauschoolsorg/f9xz6wvmlec6fgtyy7f8/DrJillUnderlyVisitsEastHigh_Nov2024.jpg","width":2200}])
It was an opportunity to for her to understand some of the challenges high school students are facing when it comes to their mental health, as well as the supports that are available and how additional funding would help.
![Governor Tony Evers visits a Social Studies class at John Muir Middle School. He can be seen talking with students.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731442339/wausauschoolsorg/kadhio2qtqffcsapwqms/GovernorTonyEversVisitsJohnMuir.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731442339/wausauschoolsorg/kadhio2qtqffcsapwqms/GovernorTonyEversVisitsJohnMuir.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731442339/wausauschoolsorg/kadhio2qtqffcsapwqms/GovernorTonyEversVisitsJohnMuir.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731442339/wausauschoolsorg/kadhio2qtqffcsapwqms/GovernorTonyEversVisitsJohnMuir.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1731442339/wausauschoolsorg/kadhio2qtqffcsapwqms/GovernorTonyEversVisitsJohnMuir.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731442339/wausauschoolsorg/kadhio2qtqffcsapwqms/GovernorTonyEversVisitsJohnMuir.jpg","width":2048}])
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers visited John Muir Middle School on Wednesday, November 6th to highlight all of the important work our communities and schools do!
![Board Members: Jim Bouche, Joanna Reyes, Jon Creisher, Cory Sillars, Lance Trollop, and Supt. Cale Bushman]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731100324/wausauschoolsorg/swcjkocmkht3c2zz9nmy/SchoolBoardMembers.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731100324/wausauschoolsorg/swcjkocmkht3c2zz9nmy/SchoolBoardMembers.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731100324/wausauschoolsorg/swcjkocmkht3c2zz9nmy/SchoolBoardMembers.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1731100324/wausauschoolsorg/swcjkocmkht3c2zz9nmy/SchoolBoardMembers.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731100324/wausauschoolsorg/swcjkocmkht3c2zz9nmy/SchoolBoardMembers.jpg","width":1600}])
WASB recognizes board members for their efforts in leadership and board development through their Member Recognition Program. Points are awarded to board members for their attendance at or involvement in WASB events and programs.
![Check presentation held at Lincoln Elementary School following the conclusion of a penny war for the local humane society.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731084415/wausauschoolsorg/kpzdhx6m8ykbesy0jrkm/HSMCPennyWar.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731084415/wausauschoolsorg/kpzdhx6m8ykbesy0jrkm/HSMCPennyWar.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731084415/wausauschoolsorg/kpzdhx6m8ykbesy0jrkm/HSMCPennyWar.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731084415/wausauschoolsorg/kpzdhx6m8ykbesy0jrkm/HSMCPennyWar.png","width":940}])
They raised $415 for the Humane Society of Marathon County during a recent Penny War! In addition, they also made dog treats, cat toys, and animal bandanas for HSMC as well!
![Photo: October 9, 2024 Elementary Facility Plan Citizen Task Force Meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730737349/wausauschoolsorg/chhry59mftymublilvpm/IMG_7516.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730737349/wausauschoolsorg/chhry59mftymublilvpm/IMG_7516.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730737349/wausauschoolsorg/chhry59mftymublilvpm/IMG_7516.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730737349/wausauschoolsorg/chhry59mftymublilvpm/IMG_7516.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1730737349/wausauschoolsorg/chhry59mftymublilvpm/IMG_7516.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1730737349/wausauschoolsorg/chhry59mftymublilvpm/IMG_7516.jpg","width":2200}])
The task force will meet again on November 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the Library of Wausau East High School. Note: if you are interested in observing any of these meetings, you are more than welcome to do so.
![Grace Loos]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729701138/wausauschoolsorg/leloy9cbniu9eig4uhsx/GraceLoosPhoto.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729701138/wausauschoolsorg/leloy9cbniu9eig4uhsx/GraceLoosPhoto.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729701138/wausauschoolsorg/leloy9cbniu9eig4uhsx/GraceLoosPhoto.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729701138/wausauschoolsorg/leloy9cbniu9eig4uhsx/GraceLoosPhoto.png","width":940}])
Best wishes to Grace Loos, senior at Wausau East High School, as she competes for the 2025 Miss Wausau Area Teen title! Her talent will be performing archery.
The Elementary Facility Plan Citizen Task Force met for the sixth time on October 9, 2024. As another reminder, this is part of the Wausau School District/Board's process to create a long-range elementary school facilities plan. That plan will focus, in particular, on whether the number of elementary schools in the Wausau School District should be reduced and if so, then how, where, and when.