Auction Items Available!

The School District of Maple has items listed on the Wisconsin Surplus Auction site.

Items available include the following:

• (6) Blue Bird Conventional 71-Passenger School Buses
• 2008 Chevrolet Express Blue Bird Microbird 19-Passenger Wheelchair Accessible Bus
• (2) 2019 Blue Bird 44-Passenger Multi Function School Activity Buses - Propane Fueled
• 2003 Chevrolet G2500 Express Cargo Van

The auction ends Thursday, Jul 25,  2024 @ 10:20 AM

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

School District of Maple
District Conference Room 2270 – Northwestern High School
https://www.youtube.com/live/muy0Dv4Quc4?si=rdcvDrPeaFXZYZwv
Monday, July 15, 2024 – 5:00 p.m.

This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public hearing. There may be a time for public comment during the meeting as indicated in the agenda.

A G E N D A

1. Call to order, roll call, and Pledge of Allegiance
2. The agenda was posted throughout the district according to the school board policy, published as a legal ad in the Superior Telegram, posted on the District webpage.  A meeting notice was sent to The Connection for publication.
3. Approval of the July 15, 2024 agenda
4. Consent Agenda:
   1. June 10, 2024 regular board meeting minutes
   2. Treasurer’s Report
   3. Payment of Invoices
   4. Resignation(s)/Employment
5. Approval Items:
   1. 2024-25 Food Service and Meal Prices
   2. Adoption of the Wisconsin Model Standards, Common Core Standards and National Science Standards for the District 2024-25
   3. Seclusion and Restraint Report for 2023-24
   4. Updated Shared Well Agreement
   5. Policies
      1. First Reading – New:
         1. 2264 - Special Update - Title IX - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex In Education Programs or Activities
      2. Second Reading - New:
         1. 5610 – Suspension and Expulsion
         2. 6611 – District-Supported/Sponsored Student Activity Accounts
         3. 6700 – Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
      3. Technical Changes:
         1. 2266 - Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex In Education Programs or Activities
6. Administrative Report:
   1. Communications Received
   2. School Handbooks
   3. Maintenance Report
   4. WASB Correspondence and Legislative Report
   5. CESA #12 Report
   6. Donation(s)
   7. Student, staff, and community recognition
7. Comments from the audience
8. Consideration for a closed session is necessary for those items exempted under open sessions according to Wisconsin State Statutes §19.85(1)(c) and (f) for the purpose of discussion and potential action regarding the procedure to implement to review employment concerns regarding an individual employee and the performance of employee(s) which may involve the disclosure of employee performance record information.
9. Adjournment

2024 Summer School Information for Families

The School District of Maple is pleased to announce that Summer School courses will once again be offered during the summer. We have many exciting course options for students of all ages. 

Dates and Times

• June 10-28 - Unless otherwise noted.
• Monday - Friday - Unless otherwise noted.
• 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Unless otherwise noted.

Registration Process

• Registration for classes will be through Skyward Family Access unless otherwise noted.
• How to Enroll in Summer School - Arena Scheduling
• If you need help getting access to Skyward, please contact Candi Stariha, cstariha@nw-tigers.org

Click here for more information

BUILDINGS/GROUNDS/TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE MEETING
(Where a majority of the Board may attend)

June 10, 2024 – 4:00 p.m.
https://www.youtube.com/live/Kbp55N61dAI?si=7LTzEOtIHamYOO5G
District Office Conference Room

AGENDA

1. Call to order and roll call. (Mr. Glonek, Chair; Mr. Granlund, Mr. Hursh)
2. The notice of the meeting was posted on District webpage, published as a legal ad in the Superior Telegram and posted throughout the District according to school board policy.
3. Resale of used vehicles and surplus items.
4. Update on the Midland Fueling Station.
5. Update on the Revisions to the Activity/Field Trip Transportation Billing/Costs for 2024-25.
6. Update on the Football Field Turf Replacement Project.
7. Adjournment.

Regular School Board Meeting

School District of Maple
District Conference Room at Northwestern High School, Room 2270
https://www.youtube.com/live/ny1WlmtaVUI?si=ATziHM8jZWDV08PH
Monday, June 10, 2024 – 5:00 p.m.

This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business in public and is not to be considered a public meeting. There is a time for public comment during the meeting as indicated in the agenda.

A G E N D A

1. Call to order, roll call, and Pledge of Allegiance.
2. The agenda was posted throughout the district according to school board policy, published as a legal ad in the Superior Telegram, posted on the District webpage. A meeting notice was sent to WNXR for announcement and The Connection for publication.
3. Approval of the agenda.
4. Consent Agenda:
   1. May 6, 2024 regular board meeting minutes, open and executive session.
      1. Revision of the March 18, 2024 Minutes, Item 6g.
   2. Treasurer’s Report.
   3. Payment of Invoices.
   4. Retirement/Resignations/Employment/Leave of Absence
5. Amy Mack – Report on the National Conference of the National Art Educators Association
6. Northwestern Tigers Education Foundation
7. Approval Items:
   1. Promissory Note for $450,000 with Security State Bank of Iron River, WI for the Turf Replacement Project.
   2. WIAA Senior High Membership Renewal for 2024-25.
   3. Cooperative Agreement with South Shore – Occupational Therapist.
   4. Report and Recommendations from the June 10, 2024 Buildings/Grounds/Transportation Committee Meeting.
   5. Policies:
      1. Revisions
         • 0100 – Definitions
         • 0122 – Board Powers
         • 0144.3 – Conflict of Interest
         • 0171.03 – Clerk
         • 5517 – Student Anti-Harassment
         • 6325 – Procurement – Federal Grants/Funds
         • 6610 – Non-District Supported Student Activity Accounts
         • 7440 – Facility Security
         • 7540 – Technology
         • 7544 – Use of Social Media
         • 8310 – Public Records
         • 8431 – Preparedness for Toxic Hazards
         • 9130 – Public Requests, Suggestions or Comments
      2. Technical Changes:
         • 0171.4 – Treasurer, 2210 – Curriculum Development, 8442 – Reporting Accidents
      3. First Reading – New Policies
         • 5610 – Suspension and Expulsion
         • 6611 – District-Supported/Sponsored Student Activity Accounts
         • 6700 – Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
8. Administrative report:
   1. Communications
   2. Board Committee Assignments
   3. Maintenance Report
   4. CESA #12 Report
   5. WASB Correspondence and Legislative Report
   6. Donation(s)
   7. Reports from Northwestern High School, Northwestern Middle School, Northwestern Elementary School, Director of Special Education, and Athletic and Activities Director.
   8. Student, staff, and community recognition:
9. Comments from the audience.
10. Consideration for an executive session is necessary for those items exempted under open sessions according to Wisconsin State Statutes §19.85(1)(a)(c) and (f). Included under these items is a discussion on contracts and benefits for rehired annuitants and expulsion hearings.
11. Adjournment.

District Office Summer Hours

Starting Monday, June 10th, the District Office will be open from 7:00 am until 5:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.  

The office will be closed on Fridays.
 

NHS Activities Round-up: May 2024

Band

The NHS Concert Band finished the year strong with their performance at the NMS & NHS Band Pops Concert as well as the 2024 NHS Commencement.

The pep band will perform at the Iron River Blueberry Festival Parade in July and then students will start the year gearing up for the Bayfield Apple Festival Parade.

Choir

Concert Choir and choir seniors performed at the Graduation Ceremony. They had the opportunity to be conducted by Michael Fuchs from UWS! Now, all groups have wrapped up and are excited for next year! 

DECA

Josie Kreuser represented Northwestern High School at the DECA International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, California this April.  She did DECA-mazing!

FCA 

Fellowship of Christian Athletes meets every Fri. morning at 7:30 in Room 3058.  Our leaders are Jenna Hursh, Lawson Burkhart, Ashlyn Sutherland and Addison Hanson.

Breakfast treats are served!  Everyone is welcome - you do NOT have to be an athlete.  Congratulations to our leaders for next year!  We are excited to have Payton Orme, Reagan Eberhardt and Morgan Martens join in the fun with Ashlyn and Addison.  Our last FCA Huddle Group will be Fri., May 31.  Please watch for any announcements via your Team Reach app.  Have a super summer!

NES Mentors

The students at NES are so grateful for our NHS Mentors!  We are so proud of each of our NHS students who commit to one AA time per week to befriend an NES student.  Communication and commitment are the keys to a successful mentoring relationship.  Thank you NHS students for staying true to the purpose of mentoring.  Please check with your Cooperating Teacher as this time of year is VERY busy at NES with program and field trips.  Special thanks to our seniors!  If you are interested in being a mentor for the upcoming school year, please listen to announcements in the fall.  Thank you to all who took time to make a difference in the life of an NES student.

SADD

The Students Against Destructive Decisions are working on a couple of different school-wide initiatives.  One of your SADD leadership teams handed out bracelets that promote mental well-being.  Thank you to that group of students who took time to promote this worthy concept.

Trap Club

The spring 2024 season is almost complete with just our fun night and State Tournament left. We are in Division 2, Conference 3.  The state tournament is in Rome WI on June 9th.  Wish us luck!

RE-ORGANIZATIONAL AND REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

School District of Maple
District Conference Room, #2270 - Northwestern High School
https://www.youtube.com/live/akHIBEu67KQ?si=tkGJq4oqeIu0EeXd
Monday, May 6, 2024 – 5:00 p.m.

This meeting is a meeting of the Board of Education in public for the purpose of conducting the School District’s business and is not to be considered a public community meeting. There is a time for public comment during the meeting as indicated in the agenda.

A G E N D A

1. Call to order and roll call: Mr. Hursh, Mr. Cowley, Mr. Landwehr, Mr. Granlund, Mr. Glonek, Mr. Probst, Ms. Brunette. Recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. The agenda was posted throughout the district according to school board policy, published as a legal ad in the Superior Telegram, posted on the District webpage. A meeting notice was sent to WNXR for announcement and The Connection for publication.
3. Approval of the agenda.
4. Election of officers: Mr. Granlund shall preside until the next President is elected and then conduct the election of the remaining officers.
   1. Officers to be elected:
      1. Election of President
      2. Election of Vice President
      3. Election of Clerk
      4. Election of Treasurer
      5. Resolution and Appointment of CESA #12 representative to serve on the Board of Control
      6. Appointment of the WASB Correspondent
      7. Appointment of board committees
5. Consideration for an executive session is necessary for those items exempted under open sessions according to Wisconsin State Statutes §19.85(1)(a)(c)(f). Included under these items are discussions on administrative contracts, employee benefits and an expulsion hearing.

Reconvene to open session at 6:00 p.m.
https://www.youtube.com/live/2MMwH6rL3wA?si=hJ6FNwen-D4l5SX4

6. Consent Agenda:
   1. April 8, 2024 regular board meeting minutes, open and executive sessions.
   2. Treasurer’s Report.
   3. Payment of Invoices.
   4. Resignations/Employment/Retirement
7. Report from Forensics on the State Competition
8. Approval Items:
   1. Request from Charlie Hessel, Volleyball Coach for 10-14 Varsity players to attend a two-day volleyball tournament in Onalaska on August 27-29, 2024.
   2. Request from Darren Nyhus and up to six (6) students attend the Wisconsin State FFA Convention in Madison, WI from June 10-13, 2024.
   3. Authorization of electronic signature block/letterhead.
   4. Three (3) Year Long Term Library Plan
   5. 2024-25 CESA 12 Shared Services Contract.
   6. Resolution Authorizing Issuance of Individual Procurement Cards.
   7. Consolidation of Bus Routes
   8. Final Nonrenewal Notice for 2024-25: 4-Year-Old-Kindergarten at the Iron River Elementary School.
   9. Request from Northwestern DECA and FBLA Chapters to attend the State Finance and Investment Challenge Bowl in Madison, WI on May 14-15, 2024.
9. Administrative report:
   1. Communications Received
   2. Graduation for May 24, 2024; Two Board Members to Participate
   3. CESA #12 Convention – Thursday, May 9, 2024 - Ashland, WI
   4. Maintenance Report
   5. WASB legislative and correspondence report
   6. CESA #12 report
   7. Donation(s)
   8. Reports from Northwestern High School, Northwestern Middle School, Northwestern Elementary and the Iron River Elementary Schools, Director of Special Education, Athletic Director/Activities Coordinator, Student Representatives.
   9. Staff, student, community recognition
      1. Northwestern Elementary School PTA: President - Kristie Essen, Vice President - Judith Chaney, Treasurer - Ana Kern, Secretary - Jennifer Wrazidlo
      2. Iron River Elementary School PTO Team: Nicole Lester, Kate Holtzman, and Megan Hughes
10. Comments from the audience.
11. Reconvene to closed session for hearing.
12. Adjournment.

NHS Activities Round-up: April 2024

Yearbook

Yearbooks will be distributed to students in two weeks: on Wednesday, May 15 (seniors), and Thursday, May 16 (underclassmen), during both lunches. 

If you have not ordered a yearbook yet and would like to, please either visit Jostens to order one or fill out an order form (found in the office) and submit payment to the office by Friday, May 10, to get your student’s name on the reserved yearbook list. Otherwise, there may be extras yearbooks available on the distribution days, if you want to send money to school to pay for it then. 

The price is $75. As of April 30, there were around 50 yearbooks still available for purchase.

Also available for purchase on distribution days will be autograph sections ($5) and clear covers ($5).

Art Club and Visual Arts Classic Team

The Visual Arts Classic Team participated in their state meet virtually rather than at UW-Madison on March 25 due to weather. The team, made up of Jordan Downey, Alex Essen, Hailey Finckler, Claire Germano, Sophie Navarro, Iva Jukic, Shyanne Xiong, Claire Massier, Sasha Rowan, Francesca Germano, Ellie Hanson, and Maria Wiita claimed eleven first-place medals, nine second-place medals, and one third-place medal. 
The Art Club hosts the Senior Art Show the week of April 29-May 3 in the high school commons. In addition, on May 10, the Art Club will be putting on the Annual Art Auction and Show. This event will be held in the library with silent auction bidding running from 5:30-7:25 PM.  

Band

The NHS Concert Band has begun working on music for this year's Band Pops Concert.   It will be on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/live/VedaAXFsmNI?si=JKNsS_C8evlMTqnB 
A few band students are also preparing for the WSMA District Solo & Ensemble festivals at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire.

Choir

Vocal Jazz, Chamber Singers, Wolf Pack, and some soloists are preparing for State Solo and Ensemble in Eau-Claire, WI on Saturday, May 4th. All Groups are busy working on their Pops Concert music. That concert is Friday, May 10th at 7:30pm. 

FCA 

Fellowship of Christian Athletes meets every Fri. morning at 7:30 in Room 3058.  Our leaders are Jenna Hursh, Lawson Burkhart, Ashlyn Sutherland and Addison Hanson.
Breakfast treats are served!  Everyone is welcome - you do NOT have to be an athlete.  Congratulations to our leaders for next year!  We are excited to have Payton Orme, Reagan Eberhardt and Morgan Martens join in the fun with Ashlyn and Addison.  

FORENSICS

The NHS Forensics Team traveled to DeForest on April 20 for the state tournament. Senior Linnea Smith received a bronze medal for her poetry piece as did Junior Josh Hanson for his informative speech. Junior Tebogo Anderson received a silver medal for his special occasion speech, as did the interpretive reading group made up of junior Francesca Germano and sophomores Hailey Gilderman and Claire Germano. Seniors Anneke Hoegen received a gold medal for solo acting as did senior Mateo Stauffenecker for his poetry piece. Their coaches were very proud and look forward to next season.
 

NES Mentors

The students at NES are so grateful for our NHS Mentors!  We are so proud of each of our NHS students who commit to one AA time per week to befriend an NES student.  Communication and commitment are the keys to a successful mentoring relationship.  Thank you NHS students for staying true to the purpose of mentoring.  Please check with your Cooperating Teacher as this time of year is VERY busy at NES with program and field trips.     

SADD

The Students Against Destructive Decisions are working on a couple of different school-wide initiatives.  One of your SADD leadership teams is working on Mental Health Awareness activities during the month of May.  We do these projects to remind students of the importance of making choices that will promote healthy mind and body.   

Trap Club

The spring 2024 season is underway with week 1 of competition under our belts. We are in Division 2, Conference 3, where we took 5th place this week.

District Students Featured in Superior Telegram Articles

Here are some recent Superior Telegram Articles that features School District of Maple Students.
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"Northwestern Elementary Students express emotions through art"

• https://www.superiortelegram.com/news/local/northwestern-elementary-students-express-emotions-through-art

"Students Pitch in to clean up Wade Bowl"

• https://www.superiortelegram.com/news/local/students-pitch-in-to-clean-up-wade-bowl

"Students join Superior Days lobbying effort"

• https://www.superiortelegram.com/news/local/students-join-superior-days-lobbying-effort

"3 Northwestern High School seniors named to academic all-conference team"

• https://www.superiortelegram.com/news/local/trio-of-northwestern-high-school-seniors-named-tp-academic-all-conference-team