News – 51 Unified School District Preparing Students For Success Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:09:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.1 /wp-content/uploads/2022/04/cropped-kusd-icon-2022-1-32x32.png News – 51 Unified School District 32 32 51 Employee Spotlight: Heather Bower /blog/news/kusd-employee-spotlight-heather-bower/ Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:09:48 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33133 Meet Heather Bower, a dedicated special education teacher at Bradford High School!

Heather is always finding creative and engaging ways to keep students motivated and excited to learn. She goes above and beyond both in and out of the classroom to ensure every student has access to academics and enrichment opportunities.

Her caring nature, enthusiasm and commitment make her a wonderful support and a strong advocate for kids.

Thank you, Heather, for putting students first and bringing so much energy and heart to your work! 🙌

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51 Theater Arts presents The Spitfire Grill /blog/news/kusd-theater-arts-presents-the-spitfire-grill/ Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:02:10 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33122 Synopsis:

A troubled young parolee yearning for a fresh start follows her dreams to Wisconsin, based on a page from an old travel book, only to find a small town with a gritty heart aching with longing and regret. Unexpectedly discovering the healing power of community while working at the Spitfire Grill, Percy reawakens the entire town’s capacity for rebirth, forgiveness and hope. Set to a melodic folk-inspired score, The Spitfire Grill is a joyous celebration of human kindness.

Dates:

  • October 16, 17, 23, 24 at 7 p.m.
  • October 18, 25 at 2 p.m.

Location:

Indian Trail High School and Academy Auditorium
6800 60th Street
51, WI 53144

Tickets:

  • $15 General Admission
  • $10 Seniors/Students/Staff

 

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Power of Positive Parenting: Family Education Program (Oct. 6) /blog/news/power-of-positive-51ing-family-education-program-oct-6/ Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:53:41 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33119 We invite 51s and caregivers to join us for The Power of Positive Parenting – an effective approach to raising children that emphasizes the positive. It involves creating a family environment that is loving, supportive and predictable. Positive 51ing reduces the stress of 51ing, making it more rewarding and enjoyable. Whether you’re a new 51 or have years of experience, this session offers valuable tools to support your 51ing journey.

Free child care is available, and a meal will be provided. You do not need to be affiliated with 51 to participate in family education programs—we welcome all members of our community!

Event Details:

  • 📅 Tuesday, Oct. 6
  • 🕑 5-7 p.m.
  • 📌 Lance Middle School, 4515 80th Street
  • 🖊

Non-51 families and community members: Community members who are NOT current 51 students, families, or staff must join our to register for this event. Once you’re a member, you’ll receive information about and be able to register for future events without needing to rejoin the group.

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Governor Evers Visits Tremper /blog/news/governor-evers-visits-tremper/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:17:12 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33110 Thank you to Governor Tony Evers for choosing Tremper High School as a stop on his back-to-school tour.

During his visit, Governor Evers saw Tremper students in action—from analyzing characters and themes in A Raisin in the Sun to building connections in French class to conducting hands-on ecology experiments exploring how different types of road salt affect ice.

We’re proud to showcase the engaging, hands-on learning happening every day in our classrooms!

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Earn college credit while in high school! /blog/news/earn-college-credit-while-in-high-school/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:29:07 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33102 Through Wisconsin’s Early College Credit Program (ECCP) and Start College Now (SCN) programs, high school students can take post-secondary courses that count for high school and college credit.

Visit our Dual Credit webpage for more information about these programs, including eligibility requirements and application materials.

Application Deadlines:

  • October 1: Spring classes
  • February 1: Summer classes (ECCP only)
  • March 1: Fall classes

Don’t miss this chance to get a head start on your college journey!

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Annual Notices /blog/news/annual-notices/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:20:24 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33100 As a reminder, 51 provides annual notices outlining important rights, services, and opportunities available to students and families. These notices cover a variety of topics related to your child’s education and educational services.

To view the complete list, visit the 51 Annual Notices page.

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Math Talk Newsletters /blog/news/math-talk-newsletters/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:40:24 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33069 Our Purpose

As we begin the 26-27 school year, we’re excited to launch the Math Talk Family Newsletter, a new resource to help build family engagement and strengthen the home-school connection around math. Starting this week, each grade level’s newsletter will be posted on our school website in both English and Spanish, covering that month’s math focus, a book pairing, a vocabulary corner, “Try This at Home” activities, a featured Standard for Mathematical Practice, and math talk prompts you can use at home.

We hope this makes it easier to understand what your child is learning and gives you simple, low-pressure ways to talk about math together. Each month grade level Math Talk Family Newsletters will be posted on school websites (available in both English and Spanish). If you have any questions about the content, please reach out directly to your student’s teacher.

Thank you for partnering with us this year!

Kindergarten

Grade 1

Grade 2

Grade 3

Grade 4

Grade 5

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Managing ParentSquare notification settings /blog/news/managing-51square-notification-settings/ Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:42:59 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33078 Too many messages? See below for recommendations and steps for updating ParentSquare notification settings to control how and when you receive updates from schools, teachers and 51.

🚨 Urgent Alerts

  • You cannot turn these alerts off
  • Used for critical, time-sensitive information
  • Can be sent regardless of other notification settings

🔔 School Alerts & Smart Alerts

  • Keep school and district alerts toggled ON
  • Used for time-sensitive information, such as snow days and other important updates
  • Alerts can be delivered by text, email, phone call, or all three

📬 Regular Posts and Direct Messages

  • Posts contain non-urgent information such as upcoming events and reminders
  • Direct messages are two-way communication between 51s and individual staff members
  • Choose either Instant (immediate) or Digest (once-daily, easy-to-read notification)

⭐ Recommended Settings

To receive one daily easy-to-read notification, use the Digest setting.

  • Instant: Receive notifications in real time
  • Digest: Receive one daily notification containing all updates.
  • Off: You will not receive notifications/updates

If you previously replied STOP to text messages, you can opt back in by:

  • Replying START to a ParentSquare text message you previously received, or
  • Texting START to 66458

💻 Update Your Notification Settings on a Computer

  • Select your name in the upper-right corner
  • Select Manage Account
  • Select Notification Settings

📱 Update Your Notification Settings in the ParentSquare App

From the Home screen, tap the Menu (☰) in the upper-left corner

  • Select Account
  • Select Preferences
  • Select Notifications

Download the ParentSquare app:

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Girls Flag Football Event (Sept. 16) /blog/news/girls-flag-football-event-sept-16/ Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:16:42 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33072 Join us for the inaugural 51 Area Girls Flag Football event, hosted by Tremper High School, on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at Ameche Field!

Come cheer on our athletes as they take the field for an exciting night of competition.

Event details:

  • 🏈 Doubleheaders begin at 5 p.m.
  • 🏈 Games conclude around 8:30 p.m.
  • 🚛 Enjoy bites from Fry Daddy’s food truck and Pawlie’s ice cream truck
  • 🎟

Bring your family and friends and help us celebrate this exciting new opportunity for girls in 51-area athletics!

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51 girls take the field for first-ever flag football games /blog/news/kusd-girls-take-the-field-for-first-ever-flag-football-games/ Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:38:15 +0000 /?post_type=news&p=33024 KENOSHA, Wis. (Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026) – Approximately 70 51 Unified girls took to the field at Hammes Field at Racine Case High School on Wednesday, Sept. 2, for their first-ever flag football games as part of the .

Bradford, Indian Trail and Tremper each fielded teams of approximately 24 girls, with each team competing in two games during the inaugural competition.

The Donald Driver-Driven NFL FLAG Football League provides a fun, safe and empowering environment for female athletes to learn the game, build confidence and compete alongside their peers. The non-contact format emphasizes football fundamentals, teamwork, sportsmanship and character development while creating an opportunity for athletes of all skill levels to participate.

“We are honored to be part of this pioneering initiative in Southeast Wisconsin that will allow our students to grow, compete and flourish,” said 51 Coordinator of Athletics Nick Myers. “51 Unified prides itself on the extracurricular opportunities we provide our students, and the addition of girls’ flag football enhances those opportunities for our female students.”

51 Unified looks forward to seeing its student-athletes continue to grow and flourish both on and off the field through this new opportunity.

“This program is a great example of what can happen when schools and communities come together for our students,” said 51 Superintendent Dr. Jeff Weiss. “Investing in students creates opportunities for them to build leadership, confidence and lifelong skills that will serve them well in both school and beyond.”

Community members are encouraged to support these student athletes at upcoming games. The includes finalized dates, times and locations, although some matchups may be adjusted.

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