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The heart of the Wausau School District Four-Year-Old Kindergarten Program is its strong developmentally appropriate curriculum delivered by caring, talented teachers specifically trained to teach young children. The experiential instruction prepares children for the opportunities and challenges of kindergarten and beyond.
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![Wausau East Art Teacher Joel Pataconi is pictured with News 9 WAOW reporter Adriana Daniel.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713827038/wausauschoolsorg/sq9smicw1qd4m7iryltp/JoelPataconi.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713827038/wausauschoolsorg/sq9smicw1qd4m7iryltp/JoelPataconi.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713827038/wausauschoolsorg/sq9smicw1qd4m7iryltp/JoelPataconi.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713827038/wausauschoolsorg/sq9smicw1qd4m7iryltp/JoelPataconi.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1713827038/wausauschoolsorg/sq9smicw1qd4m7iryltp/JoelPataconi.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1713827038/wausauschoolsorg/sq9smicw1qd4m7iryltp/JoelPataconi.jpg","width":2200}])
What makes his nomination really special, is that he's the first teacher to be nominated by the honor from a student!
![Dr. Jill Underly visits Stettin Elementary School for a news conference about an educator workforce crisis. She was joined by Superintendent Dr. Keith Hilts.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712949361/wausauschoolsorg/cijxfi8yyyhax24br6vp/DrJillUnderly.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712949361/wausauschoolsorg/cijxfi8yyyhax24br6vp/DrJillUnderly.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712949361/wausauschoolsorg/cijxfi8yyyhax24br6vp/DrJillUnderly.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712949361/wausauschoolsorg/cijxfi8yyyhax24br6vp/DrJillUnderly.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1712949361/wausauschoolsorg/cijxfi8yyyhax24br6vp/DrJillUnderly.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1712949361/wausauschoolsorg/cijxfi8yyyhax24br6vp/DrJillUnderly.jpg","width":2200}])
The 2022 Educator Preparation Program and Workforce Analysis report reveals how the status of teacher retention and compensation have created a workforce crisis across Wisconsin.
![This image shows 3 school lunch trays with the words "Student Lunch Debt" over it.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712935752/wausauschoolsorg/zldj9junhgiptawgbncc/StudentLunchDebt.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712935752/wausauschoolsorg/zldj9junhgiptawgbncc/StudentLunchDebt.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712935752/wausauschoolsorg/zldj9junhgiptawgbncc/StudentLunchDebt.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712935752/wausauschoolsorg/zldj9junhgiptawgbncc/StudentLunchDebt.png","width":940}])
Mr. Yauo Yang has informed us that by next Wednesday, April 17, he's hoping to raise a grand total of $20,000 through this GoFundMe page to pay off the Wausau School District's entire student lunch debt, as well as that of another local school district.
![Andy Reiche, Principal John Marshall Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712673407/wausauschoolsorg/agqkkj6qxmw5dzux1rlh/AndyReiche.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712673407/wausauschoolsorg/agqkkj6qxmw5dzux1rlh/AndyReiche.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712673407/wausauschoolsorg/agqkkj6qxmw5dzux1rlh/AndyReiche.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712673407/wausauschoolsorg/agqkkj6qxmw5dzux1rlh/AndyReiche.png","width":940}])
Mr. Reiche was appointed interim principal last August following the departure of Amanda Patterson. Since then, he's done a fantastic job leading John Marshall! Prior to being appointed interim principal, Mr. Reiche was a 5th grade teacher at Marshall for 7 years.
![Gov. Evers completes the bill signing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712262113/wausauschoolsorg/tl0nputlazghjovb9tny/GovernorEversBillSigningGDJones4-202424.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712262113/wausauschoolsorg/tl0nputlazghjovb9tny/GovernorEversBillSigningGDJones4-202424.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712262113/wausauschoolsorg/tl0nputlazghjovb9tny/GovernorEversBillSigningGDJones4-202424.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712262113/wausauschoolsorg/tl0nputlazghjovb9tny/GovernorEversBillSigningGDJones4-202424.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1712262113/wausauschoolsorg/tl0nputlazghjovb9tny/GovernorEversBillSigningGDJones4-202424.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1712262113/wausauschoolsorg/tl0nputlazghjovb9tny/GovernorEversBillSigningGDJones4-202424.jpg","width":2200}])
We are excited to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans and Hmong Americans in the classroom and educate students about their history! In fact, as Gov. Evers stated, "The Hmong and Asian American communities are a critical part of our state's history, culture, economy, and our future. It's important that we celebrate our shared histories and honor the people who help make Wisconsin the state it is today." We could not agree more!
![Wausau School District Bell]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624630266/wausauschoolsorg/ueg5gzdyrjyshs7viexv/WSD_Bell_wide.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624630266/wausauschoolsorg/ueg5gzdyrjyshs7viexv/WSD_Bell_wide.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624630266/wausauschoolsorg/ueg5gzdyrjyshs7viexv/WSD_Bell_wide.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1624630266/wausauschoolsorg/ueg5gzdyrjyshs7viexv/WSD_Bell_wide.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624630266/wausauschoolsorg/ueg5gzdyrjyshs7viexv/WSD_Bell_wide.jpg","width":1600}])
As we prepare to welcome new Board members, we'd like to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU to Karen Vandenberg and Cody Nikolai. Their service to our students, their families, staff, and the Wausau community does not go unnoticed. Again, thank you for your dedication to the Wausau School District.
![Cale Bushman]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711126843/wausauschoolsorg/ueusvkuaej0bberr8msz/calebushman.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711126843/wausauschoolsorg/ueusvkuaej0bberr8msz/calebushman.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711126843/wausauschoolsorg/ueusvkuaej0bberr8msz/calebushman.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711126843/wausauschoolsorg/ueusvkuaej0bberr8msz/calebushman.png","width":940}])
“The Board of Education unanimously supports Mr. Bushman’s promotion to superintendent and we look forward to working with him in this new capacity starting in July,” said Board of Education Vice President Lance Trollop, “Mr. Bushman’s educational experience and commitment to advancing student learning, achievement, and success make him the perfect fit for this role.”
![2024 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Student Excellence Scholars: Audrey Doering, Madeline Hahn, Jacob Hahn]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710869611/wausauschoolsorg/jx2g7cm9fv6j5ouuw9cp/herbkohlscholarship.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1710869611/wausauschoolsorg/jx2g7cm9fv6j5ouuw9cp/herbkohlscholarship.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1710869611/wausauschoolsorg/jx2g7cm9fv6j5ouuw9cp/herbkohlscholarship.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1710869611/wausauschoolsorg/jx2g7cm9fv6j5ouuw9cp/herbkohlscholarship.png","width":940}])
Congratulations to Audrey Doering, Madeline Hahn, and Jacob Hahn for this amazing accomplishment!