Special Events Bowler Bash

August 5th and 6th Music Friday Night & Saturday Parade on Saturday – 1:00 p.m.

Fireworks Saturday at Dark

Student Registration Thursday, August 18, 2016

9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Elementary Open House Wednesday, August 31, 2016

4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

First Day of School Tuesday, September 5, 2016

Check the next page for more dates to remember

See inside for athletic schedules.

August 2016

Bowler School District News .......

“WE PROVIDE ACCESS TO SUCCESS IN AN EVER-CHANGING WORLD”

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR

2016

August 18 - Registration August 31 – Open House September 6 – First Day of School September 27 – Picture Day November 1 – Picture Retake Day November 3 – End of 1st Quarter November 4 – Inservice November 10 and 15 – Parent/Teacher Conferences November 23-25 – No School December 11 – Grades 6-12 Holiday Concert December 12 – Elementary Holiday Concert December 23-January 1 – Winter Break 2017 January 2 – 1st Day of School After Winter Break January 20 – End of 2nd Quarter January 23 – Inservice March 9 and 14 – Parent/Teacher Conferences March 23 – End of 3rd Quarter March 24 – Inservice April 13-17 – Spring Break May 26 – Graduation May 29 – Memorial Day-No School June 5 – Last Day of School

From the Desk of Kim Ninabuck

7-12 Principal

It seems like the end of the 2015-16 school year came so fast and the summer just started. Our graduating students of the Class of 2016 are onto their new chapters of their life and I wish them much luck in their future endeavors. We have started the preparations for the 2016-17 school year.

I hope everyone has been enjoying and relaxing this summer and you are ready for the start of the new school year. I have been working on many projects this summer to get ready for the upcoming school year. We have hired three new teachers Ms. Michelle Herrman for Ag; Mr. Ted Kohler for Special Education; and Mrs. Elizabeth Torbenson for MS/HS Guidance Counselor. Many meetings were held to help plan for activities for next year. We have been looking at data, updating the current student handbooks, and reviewing some of our programs as to how the changes that we made last year worked out and where we need to make more improvements. I am currently looking at some of the transcripted credit we offer right here at Bowler as well as our ERVING classes (Distance Learning), Youth Options, Career Options and Youth Apprenticeship opportunities and moving forward to continue to improve opportunities for our students to be career and college ready. The schedule is complete for the 2016-17 school year, and in the near future you will be receiving a letter home and copies of your son/daughter’s schedule for the upcoming school year. Student registration is set up for Thursday, August 18, 2016 from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. Please make sure to bring your son/daughter in to get registered, pay fees, pick up schedules, student handbook and double check schedules to make sure they are ready for the start of the 2016-17 school year. This would be a great time to meet the new guidance counselor, to bring in school supplies, and if you are a new student or 7th grade student to come and find the classrooms you will be attending. Enjoy your summer; the school year will begin right around the corner. I am positive that our school year will be great and am looking forward to seeing everyone soon!

From the Desk of the Guidance Counselor:

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Hi! I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as the 7th-12th grade school counselor for the Bowler School District. I am happy to be joining the supportive staff here, and I look forward to getting to know the students and Bowler community better. As the school counselor, I seek to address the developmental needs of all students through a comprehensive school counseling program in the areas of academic, career, and personal/social development through individual and group counseling, classroom guidance, parent and teacher consultations, referral assistance to other programs and services in the community, and student testing. I believe that every student has the ability to succeed academically, build personal and social skills that enhance their well-being, and understand various career opportunities through an encouraging school environment and school counseling program. I plan to provide a safe and comforting place for students to come to as they need assistance. My focus as a counselor is to help the students succeed academically and gain personal awareness of their strengths and abilities. I believe that knowing how to advocate for oneself in all circumstances brings about success and personal growth, which is an area I am passionate about and will use as a foundation when working with students. I know that collaborating with school staff, parents, and being involved in the community all play integral roles when developing and maintaining a successful school counseling program. I also recognize the necessity of maintaining positive relationships with students, school staff and parents because these relationships are at the heart of the counseling program; as this communal strength is created, students' benefit and the environment becomes conducive to individual growth and learning. If you have any questions, comments and/or concerns, please do not hesitate to call or email me! I am excited for the school year to begin and, again, I look forward to meeting each of you! Sincerely, Liz Torbenson, MA School Counselor

Grades 4K – 12 Student Registration

Thursday, August 18, 2016

9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

FEES:

Kindergarten – 6th Grade $10

(NO CHARGE FOR 4K-BUT MUST REGISTER AND ALSO BRING IN BIRTH CERTICIFATE)

7th Grade – 12th Grade $25 Student Parking Fee $25

Elementary Open-House Wednesday, August 31st from 4:00-6:00

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF BOWLER

2016-2017 SCHOOL CALENDAR Board Approved 4/18/2016

August 2016 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

(22) (23) (24) (25)MM (26) (29) I (30) I (31) I OH

0 contact days 3 contract days September 2016 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

1 I / (2)

(5) H 6 7 8 9

12 13 14 15 16

19 20 21 22 23

26 27 28 29 30 19 contact days 20.5 contract days

October 2016 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

3 4 5 MQ1 6 7

10 11 12 13 14

17 18 19 20 21

24 25 26 27 28

31

21 contact days 21 contract days November 2016 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

1 2 3 Q1 end (4) I

7 Q2 8 9 10 PT 11

14 15 PT 16 17 18

21 22 (23) (24) H (25)

28 29 30 Q1 43 Days 18 contact days 21 contract days

December 2016 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

1 2

5 6 7 8 9 MQ2

12 13 14 15 16

19 20 21 22 (23) WB

(26) WB (27) WB (28) WB (29) WB (30) WB 16 contact days 16 contract days

WB Winter Break SB Spring Break H Holiday SD Snow Day Make-up if needed ( ) No School Q# End of Quarter MQ# Mid-Quarter ER Early Release I Teacher Inservice I/ Half Day Inservice OH Open House (4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.) M/M Mentor/Mentee Inservice PT Parent/Teacher Conferences Parent/Teacher Conferences- 3:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Snow days will be made up as needed in June.

January 2017

Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

2 3 4 5 6

9 10 11 12 13

16 17 18 19 20 Q2end

(23) I 24 Q3 25 26 27

30 31 Q2 46 Days 21 contact days 22 contract days

February 2017 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

1 2 3

6 7 8 9 10

13 14 15 16 17

20 21 22 MQ3 23 24

27 28 20 contact days 20 contract days

March 2017 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

1 2 3

6 7 8 9 PT 10

13 14 PT 15 16 17

20 21 22 23 Q3end (24) I/

27 Q4 28 29 30 31 Q3 43 days 22 contact days 23.5 contract days

April 2017 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

3 4 5 6 7

10 11 12 (13) SB (14) SB

(17) SB 18 19 20 21

24 25 26 27 28 MQ4

EASTER IS APRIL 16th 17 contact days 17 contract days

May 2017 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

1 2 3 4 5

8 9 10 11 12

15 16 17 18 19

22 23 24 25 26 Grad

(29) H 30 31 22 contact days 23 contract days

June 2017 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

1 2

5 Q4ends ER 6 SD/I 7 SD/I 8 9

Q4 46.5 Days 2.5 contact days 3 contract days TOTAL DAYS 178.5 student days 190 teacher days

2016-2017 BOWLER ELEMENTARY STUDENT SUPPLY LIST PRESCHOOL

� 1 – 4oz. bottle glue � 1 box of Kleenex � 1 box 8 count CRAYOLA Crayons � 1 extra large backpack � 1 large package of napkins

KINDERGARTEN

� 1 small pencil box to hold crayons, scissors, pencils, etc. � 10-15 pencils � 2 large erasers � 1 box of crayons � 1 Fiskars scissors (blunt point) � 2 bottles of Elmer's glue (Do not get no-run glue) � 2 clear glue sticks (not purple) � 1 set thin colored pencils � 1 set thin markers � 1 rest mat � 1 BIG Backpack � 2 large boxes of Kleenex � 1 big old tee shirt used for painting smock � 1 box of gallon Ziplock bags � 1 pair tennis shoes for gym class

GRADE ONE

� 20 No. 2 pencils � 2 erasers (large) � 2 large boxes of Kleenex � 1 Fiskars scissors � 4 glue sticks � 1 bottle Elmers glue � 2 pocket folders – heavy plastic � 1 set colored markers

(washable/non-toxic)

� 2 highlighters � 1 set colored pencils (8 colors) � 1 school box � 1 book bag or backpack � 1 pair tennis shoes for gym class � 1 box gallon/quart ziplock bags � 2 notebooks (wide lined) � 1 4-pack black dry erase markers � 1 pair earbuds /small headphones

GRADE TWO

� 12 No. 2 pencils – sharpened � 3 large erasers � 2 heavy plastic pocket folders with

fasteners � 2 large boxes of Kleenex � 1 Fiskars scissors � 1 large bottle of white school glue � 2 glue sticks (clear or white) � 1 pkg. loose-leaf paper – wide-

ruled � 3 Composition notebooks

� 1 ruler (metric & traditional) � 1 box of 16 crayons � 1 box colored pencils � 1 large school box for crayons,

pencils, etc. � 1 large backpack � 3 pens of each color, red, blue, and

black � 1 pair tennis shoes for gym class � 1 4-pack black dry-erase markers � earbuds or small headphones

GRADES THREE & FOUR

� 36 No. 2 Pencils, plain, wooden, sharpened

� Pencil sharpener with catch basin � 1 ruler (inches/cm) � 4 pink, rectangular erasers � 1 box colored pencils, NO

MARKERS � 2 yellow highlighters � 2-4 thin black dry erase markers � 1 pair pointed scissors � 2 composition notebooks (Not spiral

notebooks) � 1 glue stick

� 1 pair of headphones/child-sized earbuds

� 1 package of wide-rule loose-leaf paper

� 1 plastic folder � 2 plain folders � 1 1 ½ - 2” binder, sturdy with

pockets � 1 art box � 1 school bag or backpack � 2 large boxes of Kleenex � 1 pair tennis shoes for gym class � NO TRAPPER KEEPERS

GRADES FIVE & SIX

� 100 No. 2 pencils, sharpened, plain, wooden

� 2 large 2” binders w/sturdy pockets � 1 3-ring zipper pencil case for binder � 3 of each black, blue and red pens � 3 glue sticks � 1 pencil sharpener with lid/cover � 3 erasers-preferably the white vinyl

ones or Container of pencil top erasers

� 2 notebooks – any color � 4 folders to fit binder � 2 packs of loose-leaf paper � 1 pair headphones or earbuds � 1 pack of colored highlighters (pack of

5) � 3 boxes of Kleenex � 1 large bottle of hand sanitizer � 3 Composition notebooks, wide ruled

� 1 4-pack of dry erase markers � 1 pair of tennis shoes for gym class � 1 plastic folder 5th grade (red or

yellow), 6th grade (green or blue) � NO TRAPPER KEEPERS – NO

EXCEPTIONS!!

Bowler Middle School & High School Supply List Seventh & Eighth Grade Supply List

x Red two pocket folder with red notebook labeled Reading and Language Arts x Blue two pocket folder with blue notebook labeled Social Studies x Green two pocket folder with green notebook labeled Science x Yellow two pocket folder with two yellow notebooks labeled Math x Two additional sets of folders and notebooks that match labeled Health and Survival

Skills x One additional multi-purpose folder for homework assignments x Loose-leaf paper x One set of colored pencils x Markers x Black or blue ink pens –NO GEL PENS! x Pencils with erasers x Protractor x Compass x Ruler x Calculator

12th Grade Social Problems Algebra I

x Notebooks Two single subject notebooks x Pencils Scientific Calculator x Pens Pencils x Colored Pencils Folder

Pre-Algebra

x Two single subject notebooks x Pencils x Rule x Folder x Calcualtor Flash Drive to be used in many

classes

Physics/Chemistry

x Calculator, T183 or higher x 2 subject notebook and folder x Colored pencils and highlighter x Purchase of chemical resistant goggles (chemistry)

LUNCH PRICES FOR 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR DAILY LUNCH COSTS_ SEMESTER LUNCH COSTS Reduced cost 40 cents Reduced cost $36.00 Grades K through 3 $1.90 Grades K through 3 $142.50 Grades 4 through 6 $2.00 Grades 4 through 6 $150.00 Grades 7 through 12 $2.15 Grades 7 through 12 $161.25

WE DID IT! WE EXCEEDED 300,000

NHS Needs Your Help

The Bowler High School Chapter National Honor Society is working toward saving 1 MILLION pop tops. When we achieve this great goal, we will be taking them to The Ronald McDonald House in Milwaukee. The tabs will be turned into cash at a recycling center which will provide a “home away from home” for families whose lives have been disrupted as a result of their child’s illness or injury. Currently we have over 301,333 tops and have reached our goal of 300,000 at the end of the school year. Thank you to all who have contributed tops.

ATTENTION PARENTS:

FOR SAFETY REASONS, PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT

YOUR CHILD HAS TENNIS SHOES FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS.

AN OLD PAIR OF TENNIS SHOES THAT THEY CAN KEEP IN THEIR

LOCKER WOULD BE VERY HELPFUL. WITH A PAIR OF TENNIS SHOES IN THEIR LOCKER AT ALL TIMES, IF THEY FORGET THEIR

SHOES, THEY WILL STILL HAVE SOMETHING TO WEAR.

THANKS YOU, MRS. SIEDSCHLAG

Physical Education Teacher

Bowler Elementary Presents “Supplies for Success” Opening in November 2016

This new school store will help students remain successful throughout the school year by providing them fun, yet meaningful tools to help them continue to soar in their core classes.

Has your student run out of a much-needed item throughout the week?

Can’t make it to the store?

No worries!

Let the school store come to the rescue! More information will be coming soon!

bowler area historical society news The bowler area historical society on East Main Street in Bowler is open for tours the first Tuesday of each month from 9 a.m. until noon. Other tours can be arranged by appointment by calling Erin at 715-793-4617, Pat at 715-793-4460 or Carolyn at 715-535-2679. The second annual CAR SHOW is scheduled to be held on Saturday, August 6, 2016 in conjunction with the Bowler Bash. Please see the poster on the next page for further details. There will be breakfast served at the Historical Society form 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. and beverages for sale on the grounds throughout the show. The public is invited to participate and enjoy viewing the parade as it passes by in the afternoon.

Donations from individuals and groups in the Village of Bowler and Townships of Almon, Bartelme, Morris and Seneca have created displays to enjoy. Please share any photos, documents or memorabilia for everyone to learn about the community history.

Watch for our continued growth in historical collections in 2016. Remember to like us on Facebook @ Bowler Historical Society.

COME JOIN THE FUN….

BOWLER BASH

August 5th & 6th Bowler Pond/Park

FREE ADMISSION

MUSIC–FOOD–REFRESHMENTS–GAMES RAFFLES-FIREWORKS

EVENTS – FRIDAY, August 5th

x Rock Band – TOMORROW’S EVE 8 pm - midnight

x Corn Roast-$10 Wrist Band (All you can eat & drink corn & tap beer)

EVENTS – SATURDAY, AUGUST 6th

x Parade – 1:00 p.m.

x Kid’s games following the parade x Activities on the pond after the parade

x Gene Lettau & the II Edition – 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. x FFA Alumni – Cow and Horse Drop Contests – 4:00 p.m.

x Bike Give Away – 4:00 p.m. (Kids 12 and under) x “LED WEST” – 8:00 p.m. – Midnight

x “AMAZING” Fireworks at dusk by Fireworks Country

Bowler Area Fire

District Picnic Join us for our annual cookout and fundraiser

August 20th 2:00pm-5:00pm

Prizes 1st : 48” Vizio LED Smart TV 2nd : MS 180 Easy2Start Stihl 16” Chainsaw 3rd : Half Pig – Pond Hill 4th : Assorted Meat Basket – Kropf’s Meat 5th : 1 Night Stay Konkapot Lodge 6th : Party for 20 at Bonnie’s Place 7th-10th : $25.00 Gift Cards

Plus Numerous Door Prizes

x Food / Refreshments x Raffles x Silent Auction x Bake / Produce Sale

o If you would like to contribute to our Bake / Produce Sale, please bring goods on a disposable plate or container

Thank you!

~~ Equipment Fundraiser ~~

Tickets: $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00

Drawing Aug, 20th at 5:00pm

Need not be present to win

Tickets available at Bonnie’s Place, Emil’s Bar, Kropf’s Meats, and The Eagles Nest or by contacting one of your local firemen

License No. ROO13917A-10171

FUN WITH FOOD

Students in Mrs. Jensen’s Fun with Food summer school class made tropical drinks, fishing poles and other ocean-related aquatic life.

The Fun with Food class were lucky enough to make popcorn necklaces recently, which many students wore around their neck for the entire school day.

Fun with Food class after they finished making their feast of mini tacos.

FUN WITH FOOD The Fun with Food class had M & M relay races and made some scary apple monsters, a healthy recipe they can use for Halloween.

Fun with Food class along with Mr. Turner made healthy and delicious smoothies.

Mrs. Jensen & Mrs. Behnke enjoy mini-burgers .

SUMMER SCHOOL ARTS AND CRAFTS

The Summer School Arts & Crafts class is making paper mache balls that are expected to be transformed later

into spectacular hot air balloons. The Arts & Crafts class is taught by Mrs. Liethen.

SUMMER SCHOOL DRAMA CLASS

Above, Mrs. Carlson’s summer school Drama Class hold dress rehearsal for “Stone Slop” and “Little Red Riding Hood”. The plays were performed for other summer school classes, staff, parents and the community.

Dorothy Davids and Margaret Raasch Scholarship

Bowler Alumni Scholarship Association, Inc is excited to announce the availability of scholarship funds to Bowler Alumni in memory of Dorothy Davids and Margaret Raasch to second, third, and fourth year students who maintain a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Scholarships will range from $250 - $500 dependent upon part or full-time status. There is no formal application to fill out, but the following will be required of the applicant: 1. Personal data to include name, address, phone contact, an email address, date enrolled in Bowler High School, and school presently enrolled in. 2. A letter of intent identifying overall educational goals, and expected date of graduation. 3. A copy of the student’s transcript from the current educational program. 4. A copy of class schedule for the current semester. Requests should be mailed to: Bowler Alumni Scholarship Association, Inc. PO Box 13 Bowler, WI 54416 Scholarship requests are due on November 1, 2016 for the fall selection. For questions contact: Janet Miller (715) 793-4436

ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP

The Bowler Alumni Scholarship Association, Inc. will award a $500 scholarship to an adult for continuing education at a 2 or 4-year University, Technical School or other Accredited Education Facility. There is no formal application to fill out, but the following will be required of the applicant: 1. Personal data to include name, address, phone contact, an email address, date of birth and school presently enrolled in. 2. An essay to include the following information: A. Educational background, i.e., high school and post secondary education programs B. Current employment and/or education status C. Goals for future career or improvements in current career D. Any information regarding the applicant’s financial status that would be helpful in

determining scholarship need E. Any information regarding the applicant’s personal and/or family status that would

contribute to financial scholarship need 3. A copy of the student’s transcript from the current educational program. 4. A letter of reference from an employer, instructor, or other person with knowledge of the student’s scholastic efforts. Applicants must be 20 years old (minimum) and a graduate of Bowler High School or high school equivalency after attending Bowler High School. Deadline for applications is November 1st, 2016 and should be mailed to:

Bowler Alumni Scholarship Association, Inc.

PO Box 13 Bowler, WI 54416

For questions contact: Janet Miller at (715) 793-4436

A FRIENDLY REMINDER FROM YOUR ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Bowler Athletes – don’t forget to turn in your physicals and alternate year cards. You will not be allowed to participate in practice until you have these on file. Student athletes entering 5th grade must have a physical. There are no exceptions! Forms can be picked up in the high school office.

The following are first practice dates: x High School Football August 1- Equipment Day x High School Football August 2 – First Practice x High School Soccer August 15 x High School Volleyball August 15 x MS Football (6th-8th grade) August 29 x MS Volleyball(5th-8th grade) August 29 x MS Soccer (5th – 8th grade) September TBA

If you have any questions please call Jeff DePerry at: 715-793-4101 ext. 6320 Jeff DePerry Athletic Director, Bowler School District

BOWLER HIGH SCHOOL 2016 HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL

8/22/16 4:30PM HOME SCRIMMAGE 8/25/16 6PM @ WEYAUWEGA 8/27/16 9AM @ GRESHAM KICK-OFF TOURNEY 8/29/16 4PM @ MANAWA (JV ONLY) 9/6/16 6PM VS WILD ROSE 9/8/16 6PM @ MARION 9/10/16 9AM HOME JV INVITE

9/13/16 6PM @ ROSHOLT 9/15/16 6PM VS GRESHAM 9/17/16 9AM @ SURING INVITE (VARSITY ONLY) 9/20/16 6PM @ MENOMINEE INDIAN 9/22/16 6PM @ TRI-COUNTY 9/27/16 6PM VS ALMOND-BANCROFT 9/29/16 6PM @ PORT EDWARDS 10/1/16 9AM @ WESTFIELD (VARSITY ONLY) 10/4/16 6PM VS TIGERTON 10/8/16 10AM @ CONFERENCE POOL PLAY- TBD 10/11/16 6PM VS AMHERST 10/18/16 WIAA REGIONALS 10/20/16 WIAA REGIONALS 10/22/16 WIAA REGIONALS 10/27/16 WIAA SECTIONALS 10/29/16 WIAA SECTIONALS 11/3-11/5 WIAA STATE TOURNAMENT

BOWLER HIGH SCHOOL 2016 MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE

9/12/16 4PM vs MARION 9/15/16 4PM vs GRESHAM 10/13/16 4PM vs MIMS 9/19/16 4PM vs TIGERTON 9/20/16 4PM @ ALL SAINTS 9/22/16 4PM vs MENOMINEE TRIBAL 10/15/16 END OF YEAR TOURNEY @ MARION 9/26/16 4PM @ MIMS 9/29/16 4PM @ MARION

10/3/16 4PM @ GRESHAM 10/6/16 4PM @ TIGERTON

10/10/16 4PM @ MENOMINEE TRIBAL 10/11/16 4PM vs ALL SAINTS

2016 Bowler/Gresham Middle School Football Practice & Game Schedule

****Practice will be held most Wednesdays, but is subject to cancellation week of practice. Athletes who have a church/family commitment on Wednesdays will be excused. Please confirm prior to absence with the coaching staff or your athletic director. ****Equipment will be issued on the 2nd and 3rd practice days. Equipment will be collected immediately following the last game on October 18th. The coaching staff will wash and put equipment away. ****Contact information: Coach Hahn can be reached at 715-793-4101 (Bowler School) or at 715-853-6749 (cell) or 715-787-3219 (home) or williamhahn@bowlerk12.wi.us. Bowler Athletic Director Jeff DePerry can be reached at 715-793-4101 or at jeffdeperry@bowler.k12.wi.us. Gresham Athletic Director Jeff Zobeck can be reached at 715-787-3211 or at zobeckj@gresham.k12.wi.us. ****All practices and games will be held at Football Field in Bowler Mon. Aug 29 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Tues, Aug 30 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm (Equipment issued to returning players) Wed, Aug 31 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm (Equipment issued to everyone else) Thurs, Sept. 1 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Fri, Sept. 2 No Practice Mon, Sept. 5 No Practice Tues, Sept 6 Practice (1st day of school) 3:30pm to 5:45pm (1st padded practice) Wed, Sept 7 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Thurs, Sept 8 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Fri, Sept 9 NO PRACTICE Mon, Sept 12 Practice 4:30pm to 6pm Tues, Sept 13 Home vs Menominee Indian 4pm Wed, Sept 14 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm

Thurs, Sept 15 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Fri, Sept 16 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Mon, Sept 19 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Tues, Sept 20 Home vs Oshkosh Valley 4pm Christian Wed, Sept 21 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Thurs, Sept 22 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Fri, Sept 23 No Practice Mon, Sept 26 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Tues, Sept 27 Away at Marion 4:30 pm Wed, Sept 28 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Thurs, Sept 29 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Fri, Sept 30 NO PRACTICE Mon, Oct 3 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Tues, Oct 4 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Wed, Oct 5 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Thurs, Oct 6 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Fri, Oct 7 Away at Gibraltar 5pm Mon, Oct 10 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Tues, Oct 11 Home vs Lena 4:30 pm (Parent’s Night) Wed, Oct 12 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Thurs, Oct 13 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Fri, Oct 14 NO PRACTICE Mon, Oct 17 Practice 3:30pm to 5:45pm Tues, Oct 18 Away Game at Oneida Nation 4:30 pm ( Turn in Equipment After Game, Bring Clothes to Change Into) See Varsity Football schedule further in the Chalkdust for important Varsity team dates. MSFB player should attend as many High School games as possible.

BOWLER-GRESHAM CATS 2016 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

8/12/16 10am HOME SCRIMMAGE WEEK 1 8/20/16 1pm @ ABUNDANT LIFE WEEK 2 8/26/16 7pm vs ONEIDA NATION WEEK 3 9/1/16 5pm @ MERCER/BUTTERNUT (in Mercer) WEEK 4 9/9/16 7pm @ LENA/STAA WEEK 5 9/16/16 7pm vs SEVASTOPOL WEEK 6 9/23/16 7pm vs MENOMINEE INDIAN (Homecoming) WEEK 7 10/1/16 1pm @ NEW LUTHERAN WEEK 8 10/7/16 7pm @GIBRALTAR WEEK 9 HOME- NORTH VS SOUTH CROSSOVER 10/14/16 10/29/16 8-player JAMBOREE- TBD

BOWLER-GRESHAM CATS 2016 MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

Tuesday 9/13/16 4pm vs Menominee Indian Tuesday 9/20/16 4:30pm vs Oshkosh Valley Christian Tuesday 9/27/16 4:30pm @ Marion/Tigerton Friday 10/7/16 5:00pm @ Gibraltar Tuesday 10/11/16 5pm vs Lena (Parent’s Night) Tuesday 10/18/16 4:30pm @ Oneida Nation

GRESHAM-BOWLER 2016 HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER SCHEDULE

8/18/16 4:30PM SCRIMMAGE VS SHAWANO 8/22/16 5PM @ COLUMBUS CATHOLIC 8/25/16 4:30PM VS WISCONSIN VALLEY LUTHERAN 8/27/16 9AM HOME- WILDCAT KICK-OFF TOURNEY 8/30/16 3:30PM @ PHELPS 9/8/16 4:30PM @ AMHERST 9/13/16 6:30PM @ GIBRALTAR 9/15/16 4PM @ CLINTONVILLE 9/17/16 10AM @ ANTIGO TOURNEY

9/20/16 4:30PM @ FREEDOM 9/29/16 4:30PM VS AMHERST 10/1/16 9AM HOME- GRESHAM/BOWLER INVITE 10/4/16 4:30PM VS GIBRALTAR 10/8/16 11AM @ NEW LUTHERAN 10/11/16 4:30PM VS KEWAUNEE 10/13/16 5PM VS FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 10/18/16 WIAA REGIONALS 10/20/16 WIAA REGIONALS 10/22/16 WIAA REGIONALS 10/27/16 WIAA SECTIONALS 10/29/16 WIAA SECTIONALS 11/3-11/5 WIAA STATE TOURNAMENT

2016 MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCCER SCHEDULE 9/26/16 4pm @ ANTIGO 10/13/16 4pm vs FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

A Note from your School Nurse Medications: Giving necessary medications to students at school is an important part of what I supervise for your school district. Our staff is happy to work with parents to be sure that medications are given correctly and safely. Here is a sampling of typical medications that may be necessary:

x Daily oral tablets for specific medical conditions x Short term oral tablets, such as antibiotics or pain medications, for specific brief health

conditions x Inhalers or nebulizer treatments for asthma x Eye drops x Topical creams prescribed for specific skin conditions x Insulin injections for diabetes x Epipens (epinephrine injection) for severe allergic reactions x Diastat for prolonged seizures

Keep us informed about medications that your child may need during the school day. We will ask you to complete a consent form, and will assist you to obtain signed medical authorization for medication if it has been prescribed by a doctor or clinic provider. Most medications are kept in a secure location in the school office, with a few exceptions such as asthma inhalers for older students. Immunizations: The Wisconsin Immunization law requirements are included in this edition. Eating & Feeding Restrictions: This form has also been included in this edition. If your child needs alternate foods at school (such as lactose free milk, or substitute foods due to food allergies, etc.) please complete this form and ask your doctor or clinic provider to sign it. This helps us share the information with all necessary staff, and also helps food service staff with the proof needed when alternate foods must be purchased. Questions? Call Kris Labby, RN Shawano-Menominee Counties Public Health Nurse, Bowler School Nurse, Tigerton School Nurse Kris.labby@co.shawano.wi.us (715) 526-4808

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CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL DIETARY RESTRICTIONS

A. Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008, “a person with a disability” means any person who has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities or major bodily functions, has a record of such an impairment, or is regarded as having such an impairment. Major life activities include, but are not limited to, caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, seeing, hearing, eating, sleeping, walking, standing, lifting, bending, speaking, breathing, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, communicating, and working. A major life activity also includes the operation of a major bodily function, including but not limited to, functions of the immune system, normal cell growth, digestive, bowel, bladder, neurological, brain, respiratory, circulatory, endocrine, and reproductive functions.

Please refer to these Acts for more information at http://www.dol.gov/oasam/regs/statutes/sec504.htm and http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/statutes/adaaa.cfm, respectively. B. Individuals with Disabilities Education Act A child with a “disability” under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is described as a child evaluated in accordance with IDEA as having one or more of the recognized thirteen disability categories and who, by reason thereof, needs special education and related services. The IDEA can be found in its entirety at http://nichcy.org/wp-content/uploads/docs/IDEA2004regulations.pdf. The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written statement for a child with a disability that is developed, reviewed, and revised in accordance with the IDEA and its implementing regulations. When nutrition services are required under a child's IEP, school officials need to make sure that school food service staff is involved early in decisions regarding special meals. A copy of the completed Dietary Request Form (page 2 of this document) must be kept on file to support any modifications made to students’ meals, even if they are detailed in the IEP. C. Medical Practitioner’s Statement for Children with Disabilities U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations 7 CFR Part 15b require substitutions or modifications in school meals for children whose disabilities restrict their diets. A child with a disability must be provided substitutions in foods when that need is supported by a statement signed by a medical practitioner. The practitioner’s statement must identify:

x the child's disability; x an explanation of why the disability restricts the child's diet; x the major life activity operation of a major bodily function affected by the disability; and x the food or foods to be omitted from the child's diet and the food or choice of foods that must be substituted.

This form may be used to obtain the required information from the medical practitioner. “Practitioner” is defined by Wisconsin State Statute 118.29(1) (e): “Practitioner” means any physician, dentist, optometrist, physician assistant, advanced practice nurse prescriber, or podiatrist licensed in any state. Unless the documentation to support the required dietary accommodation has been signed by one of these practitioners, the school is not required to accommodate the request. D. Other Special Dietary Needs School food service staff may make food substitutions, at their discretion, for individual children who do not have a disability. The school should have a completed Dietary Request Form (page 2 of this document) on file from any medical authority certifying the student as having a special medical or dietary need. Such determinations are only made on a case-by-case basis and all accommodations must be made according to USDA’s meal pattern requirements. For more information, please see the USDA guidance: Accommodating Children with Special Needs: Guidance for School Food Service Staff at http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Guidance/special_dietary_needs.pdf.

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Dietary Request Form Please read page 1 before completing this form.

Student’s Name

Student’s PIN/ID Number Age*

Name of School*

Grade Level* Classroom*

*Please include information that is accurate as of the time of this form’s submission.

1. Does the child have a disability according to 7 CFR Part 15d that requires accommodation? (Does he/she have “a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities”?)

� No (Districts have the discretion as to whether non-disability requests will be accommodated.)See Section D, page 1

� Yes a) What is the disability? ____________________________________________________

b) What major life activity is affected? ___________________________________________

c) How does the disability restrict the diet? _______________________________________

2. Please complete all of the sections below that are applicable to the child.

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What food(s)/type(s) of food should be omitted? Please be specific. List foods to be substituted.

3. Additional comments:

Parent’s Signature Date

Parent’s Name (Please Print) Phone Number

Signature Below Required for Disabilities(See section C, page 1) Signature Below Required for Non-Disabilities(See Section D, page 1)

Medical Practitioner’s Signature & Date Medical Authority’s Signature & Date

Medical Practitioner’s Name, Title, & Phone Number (Please Print) Medical Authority’s Name, Title, & Phone Number (Please Print)

Meningococcal Disease: Protect Your Child

Public health authorities recommend that teenagers and college-bound students be immunized against a potentially fatal bacterial infection called meningococcal disease, a type of meningitis. Meningococcal disease is a rare but potentially fatal bacterial infection that can cause severe swelling of the brain and spinal cord (meningitis) or a serious blood infection (meningococcemia). Meningococcal disease strikes up to 3,000 Americans each year; nearly 30 percent of these cases are among teenagers and college students. Up to 83 percent of all cases among teens and college students may potentially be prevented through immunization, the most effective way to prevent this disease. A meningococcal vaccine is available that protects against four out of five strains of bacterium that cause meningococcal disease in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other leading medical organizations recommends that all 11-12 years olds should be vaccinated with meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4). A booster shot is recommended for teens at age 16 to continue providing protection when their risk for meningococcal disease is highest. Teens who received MCV4 for the first time at age 13 through 15 years will need a one-time booster dose at 16 through18 years of age. If a teenager missed getting the vaccine altogether, they should ask the doctor about getting it now, especially if they are about to move into a college dorm or military barracks.

About Meningococcal Disease Meningococcal disease is often misdiagnosed as something less serious because early symptoms are similar to common viral illnesses. Symptoms of meningococcal disease may include high fever, severe headache, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, confusion, exhaustion and/or a rash. Teenagers and college students are at increased risk for meningococcal disease compared to the general population, accounting for nearly 30 percent of all U.S. cases every year. Meningococcal disease can be misdiagnosed as something less serious, because early symptoms like high fever, severe headache, nausea, vomiting and stiff neck, are similar to those of common viral illnesses. The disease can progress rapidly and can cause death or permanent disability within 48 hours of initial symptoms. Meningococcal disease is spread through direct contact with respiratory and/or oral secretions from infected persons (for example, kissing or sharing drinking containers). It can develop and spread quickly throughout the body, so early diagnosis and treatment are very important. Even with immediate treatment, the disease can kill an otherwise healthy young person within hours of first symptoms. Of those who survive, up to 20 percent may endure permanent disabilities, including brain damage, deafness and limb amputations. Lifestyle factors common among teenagers, college students and military personnel are believed to put them at increased risk of contracting meningococcal disease. These lifestyle factors include crowded living situations (for example, dormitories, sleep-away camps), active or passive smoking and irregular sleeping habits. Teens should avoid sharing eating utensils and drinking out of the same container, since infections may spread through this type of close contact. To learn more about meningococcal disease, vaccine information, and public health resources visit the following web sites, or contact your local health dept. www.cdc.gov Centers for Disease Control – Meningococcal meningitis information www.nasn.org National Association of School Nurses – Voices of Meningitis Shawano-Menominee Co Health Dept (715) 526-4808

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HOW TO APPLY FOR FREE AND REDUCED PRICE SCHOOL MEALS

Please use these instructions to help you fill out the application for free or reduced price school meals. You only need to submit one application per household, even if your children attend more than one school in [School District]. The application must be filled out completely to certify your children for free or reduced price school meals. Please follow these instructions in order! Each step of the instructions is the same as the steps on your application. If at any time you are not sure what to do next, please contact School District of Bowler, Linda Brend, District Accountant, 500 S. Almon St. Bowler, WI 54416 or call 715-793-4101 ext.6312 PLEASE USE A PEN (NOT A PENCIL) WHEN FILLING OUT THE APPLICATION AND DO YOUR BEST TO PRINT CLEARLY.

STEP 1: LIST ALL INFANTS, CHILDREN, AND STUDENTS UP TO AND INCLUDING GRADE 12 WHO ARE HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS Tell us how many infants, children, and school students live in your household. They do NOT have to be related to you to be a part of your household.

A) List each child’s name. For each child, print their first name, middle initial and last name. Use one line of the application for each child. When writing names, print one letter in each box. Stop if you run out of space. If there are more children present than lines on the application, attach a second piece of paper with all required information for the additional children. B) List the name of the school the child attends or N/A if the child does not attend school. C) Do you have any foster children? If any children listed are foster children, mark the “Foster Child” box next to the child’s name. Foster children who live with you may count as members of your household and should be listed on your application. If you are only applying for foster children, after completing STEP 1, skip to STEP 4 of the application and these instructions. D) Are any children homeless, migrant, or runaway? If you believe any child listed in this section may meet this description, please mark the “Homeless, Migrant, Runaway” box next to the child’s name and complete all steps of the application. E) Are any children in Head Start? If any child is enrolled in a Head Start Program, check the Head Start box after the child’s name and complete all steps of the application.

Who should I list here?

When filling out this section, please include all members in your household who are: x Children age 18 or under and are supported with the household’s income; x In your care under a foster arrangement, or qualify as homeless, migrant, runaway youth,

or Head Start; x Students attending [school/school system here], regardless of age.

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STEP 2: DO ANY HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS (INCLUDING YOU) CURRENTLY PARTICIPATE IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS: FOODSHARE, W-2 CASH BENEFITS, OR FDPIR?

A) IF NO ONE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD PARTICIPATES IN ANY OF THE ABOVE LISTED PROGRAMS:

x Circle ‘NO’ and skip to STEP 3 on these instructions and STEP 3 on your application.

x Leave STEP 2 blank. B) IF ANYONE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD PARTICIPATES IN ANY OF THE ABOVE LISTED PROGRAMS:

x Circle ‘YES’ and provide a case number for FoodShare, W-2 Cash Benefits, or FDPIR. You only need to write one case number. If you participate in one of these programs and do not know your case number, contact your case worker. You must provide a case number on your application if you circled “YES”. Please note: A BadgerCare case number cannot be used on this application, only the programs listed above.

x Skip to STEP 4, leave STEP 3 blank.

STEP 3: REPORT INCOME FOR ALL HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS A) Report all income earned by children. Refer to the chart titled “Sources of Income for Children” in these instructions and report the combined gross income for ALL children listed in Step 1 in your household in the box marked “Child Income.” Only count foster children’s income if you are applying for them together with the rest of your household. It is optional for the household to list foster children living with them as part of the household.

Sources of Income for Children Sources of Child Income Example(s)

x Earnings from work x A child has a job where they earn a salary or wages.

x Social Security o Disability Payments o Survivor’s Benefits

x A child is blind or disabled and receives Social Security benefits.

x A parent is disabled, retired, or deceased, and their child receives social security benefits.

x Income from persons outside the household x A friend or extended family member regularly gives a child spending money.

x Income from any other source x A child receives income from a private pension fund, annuity, or trust.

What is Child Income?

Child income is money received from outside your household that is paid directly to your children. Many households do not have any child income. Use the chart below to determine if your household has child income to report.

If anyone in your household participates in the assistance programs listed below, your children are eligible for free school meals:

x The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or FoodShare x Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or W-2 Cash Benefits x The Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)

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FOR EACH ADULT HOUSEHOLD MEMBER:

B) List Adult Household member’s name. Print the name of each household member in the boxes marked “Names of Adult Household Members (First and Last).” Do not list any household members you listed in STEP 1. If a child listed in STEP 1 has income, follow the instructions in STEP 3, part A. C) Report earnings from work. Refer to the chart titled “Sources of Income for Adults” in these instructions and report all income from work in the “Earnings from Work” field on the application. This is usually the money received from working at jobs. If you are a self-employed business or farm owner, you will report your net income.

D) Report income from Public Assistance/Child Support/Alimony/SSI/VA Benefits. Refer to the chart titled “Sources of Income for Adults” in these instructions and report all income that applies in the “Public Assistance/Child Support/Alimony/SSI/VA Benefits” field on the application. Do not report the value of any cash value public assistance benefits NOT listed on the chart. If income is received from child support or alimony, only court-ordered payments should be reported here. Informal but regular payments should be reported as “other” income in the next part.

What if I am self-employed?

If you are self-employed, report income from that work as a net amount. This is calculated by subtracting the total operating expenses of your business from its gross receipts or revenue.

Who should I list here?

When filling out this section, please include all members in your household who are: x Living with you and share income and expenses, even if not related and even if they do not

receive income of their own.

Do not include people who: x Live with you but are not supported by your household’s income and do not contribute

income to your household. x Children and students already listed in Step 1.

How do I fill in the income amount and source?

FOR EACH TYPE OF INCOME: x Use the charts in this section to determine if your household has income to report.

x Report all amounts in gross income ONLY. Report all income in whole dollars. Do not

include cents. o Gross income is the total income received before taxes or deductions. o Many people think of income as the amount they “take home” and not the total,

“gross” amount. Make sure that the income you report on this application has NOT been reduced to pay for taxes, insurance premiums, or any other amounts taken from your pay.

x Write a “0” in any fields where there is no income to report. Any income fields left empty or blank will be counted as zeroes. If you write ‘0’ or leave any fields blank, you are certifying (promising) that there is no income to report. If local officials have known or available information that your household income was reported incorrectly, your application will be verified for cause.

x Mark how often each type of income is received using the check boxes to the right of each field.

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E) Report income from Pensions/Retirement/Social Security/All other income. Refer to the chart titled “Sources of Income for Adults” in these instructions and report all income that applies in the “Pensions/Retirement/Social Security, Other Income” field on the application. F) Special Situations. For seasonal workers and others whose income fluctuates and usually earn more money in some months than others. In these situations, project the annual rate of income and report that. This includes workers with annual employment contracts but may choose to have salaries paid over a shorter period of time. This includes school employees. G) Report total household size. Enter the total number of household members in the field “Total Household Members (Children and Adults).” This number MUST be equal to the number of household members listed in STEP 1 and STEP 3. If there are any members of your household that you have not listed on the application, go back and add them. It is very important to list all household members, as the size of your household determines your income cutoff for free and reduced price meals.

H) Provide the last four digits of your Social Security Number. The household’s primary wage earner or another adult household member must enter the last four digits of their Social Security Number in the space provided. You are eligible to apply for benefits even if you do not have a Social Security Number. If no adult household members have a Social Security Number, leave this space blank and mark the box to the right labeled “Check if no SSN.”

Sources of Income for Adults Earnings from Work Public Assistance/

Child Support /Alimony Pensions/Retirement/All Other

Income x Salary, wages, cash

bonuses x Net income from self-

employment (farm or business)

x Strike benefits If you are in the U.S. Military:

x Basic pay and cash bonuses (do NOT include combat pay, FSSA or privatized housing allowances)

x Allowances for off-base housing, food, and clothing

x Unemployment benefits x Worker’s compensation x Supplemental Security

Income (SSI) x Cash assistance from

State or local government x Alimony payments x Child support payments x Veteran’s benefits

x Social Security (including railroad retirement and black lung benefits)

x Private Pensions or disability

x Income from trusts or estates

x Annuities x Investment income x Earned interest x Rental income x Regular cash payments

from outside household

STEP 4: CONTACT INFORMATION AND ADULT SIGNATURE All applications must be signed by an adult member of the household. By signing the application, that household member is promising that all information has been truthfully and completely reported. Before completing this section, please also make sure you have read the privacy and civil rights statements on the back of the application. A) Provide your contact information. Write your current address in the fields provided if this information is available. If you have no permanent address, this does not make your children ineligible for free or reduced price school meals. Sharing a phone number, email address, or both is optional, but helps us reach you quickly if we need to contact you. B) Sign and print your name. Print your name in the box “Printed name of adult completing the form.” And sign your name in the box “Signature of adult completing the form.” C) Write Today’s Date. In the space provided, write today’s date in the box. D) Share children’s Racial and Ethnic Identities (optional). On the back of the application, we ask you to share information about your children’s race and ethnicity. This field is optional and does not affect your children’s eligibility for free or reduced price school meals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT FREE AND REDUCED PRICE SCHOOL MEALS

Dear Parent/Guardian:

Children need healthy meals to learn. The School District of Bowler offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast is free to all students. Lunch prices are as follows: Grades K-3, $1.90, semester $142.50; Grades 4-6, $2.00, semester $150.00; and Grades 7-12, $2:15, semester $161.25. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals. Reduced lunch price is $0.40 per day or $36.00 per semester. This packet includes an application for free or reduced price meal benefits, and a set of detailed instructions. Below are some common questions and answers to help you with the application process.

1. WHO CAN GET FREE OR REDUCED PRICE MEALS? x All children in households receiving benefits from FoodShare, The Food Distribution Program on Indian

Reservations (FDPIR)], or W-2 cash benefits are eligible for free meals. x Foster children that are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free meals. x Children participating in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free meals. x Children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free meals. x Children may receive free or reduced price meals if your household’s income is within the limits on the Federal

Income Eligibility Guidelines. Your children may qualify for free or reduced price meals if your household income falls at or below the limits on this chart.

2. HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILDREN QUALIFY AS HOMELESS, MIGRANT, OR RUNAWAY? Do the members of your household lack a permanent address? Are you staying together in a shelter, hotel, or other temporary housing arrangement? Does your family relocate on a seasonal basis? Are any children living with you who have chosen to leave their prior family or household? If you believe children in your household meet these descriptions and have not been told your children will get free meals, please call or e-mail Wade Turner, Homeless Liaison at 715-793-4101 ext. 5302 or email wadeturner@bowler.k12.wi.us

3. DO I NEED TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION FOR EACH CHILD? No. Use one Free and Reduced Price School Meals Application

for all students in your household. We cannot approve an application that is not complete, so be sure to fill out all required information. Return the completed application to: Linda Brend, District Accountant, 500 S. Almon St., Bowler, WI 54416.

4. SHOULD I FILL OUT AN APPLICATION IF I RECEIVED A LETTER THIS SCHOOL YEAR SAYING MY CHILDREN ARE ALREADY APPROVED FOR FREE MEALS? No, but please read the letter you got carefully and follow the instructions. If any children in your household were missing from your eligibility notification, contact Linda Brend, District Accountant, 715-793-4101 or email lindabrend@bowler.k12.wi.us immediately.

5. DO I NEED TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION IF MY CHILD ATTENDS A COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY PROVISION SCHOOL (CEP)? If your child attends a school that participates in CEP, receipt of free breakfast and lunch meals does not depend on returning this

FEDERAL ELIGIBILITY INCOME CHART For School Year 2016-2017

Household size Yearly ($) Monthly ($) Weekly ($)

1 21,978 1,832 423

2 29,637 2,470 570

3 37,296 3,108 718

4 44,955 3,747 865

5 52,614 4,385 1,012

6 60,273 5,023 1,160

7 67,951 5,663 1,307

8 75,647 6,304 1,455

Each additional person: 7,696 642 148

application. However, this information is necessary for other programs and may be used to determine if your household is eligible for additional benefits.

6. MY CHILD’S APPLICATION WAS APPROVED LAST YEAR. DO I NEED TO FILL OUT A NEW ONE? Yes. Your child’s application is only good for that school year. You must send in a new application unless the school told you that your child is eligible for the new school year. If you do not send in a new application that is approved by the school or you have not been notified that your child is eligible for free meals, your child will be charged the full price for meals.

7. I GET WIC. CAN MY CHILDREN GET FREE MEALS? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced price meals. Please send in an application.

8. WILL THE INFORMATION I GIVE BE CHECKED? Yes. We may also ask you to send written proof of the household income you report.

9. IF I DON’T QUALIFY NOW, MAY I APPLY LATER? Yes, you may apply at any time during the school year. For example, children with a parent or guardian who becomes unemployed may become eligible for free and reduced price meals if the household income drops below the income limit.

10. WHAT IF I DISAGREE WITH THE SCHOOL’S DECISION ABOUT MY APPLICATION? You should talk to school officials. You also may ask for a hearing by calling or writing to: Faith M. Gagnon, 500 S. Almon St. Bowler, WI 54416, 715-793-4101

11. MAY I APPLY IF SOMEONE IN MY HOUSEHOLD IS NOT A U.S. CITIZEN? Yes. You, your children, or other household members do not have to be U.S. citizens to apply for free or reduced price meals.

12. WHAT IF MY INCOME IS NOT ALWAYS THE SAME? List the amount that you normally receive. For example, if you normally make $1000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only made $900, put down that you made $1000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, but do not include it if you only work overtime sometimes. If you have lost a job or had your hours or wages reduced, use your current income.

13. WHAT IF SOME HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS HAVE NO INCOME TO REPORT? Household members may not receive some types of income we ask you to report on the application, or may not receive income at all. Whenever this happens, please write a 0 in the field. However, if any income fields are left empty or blank, those will also be counted as zeroes. Please be careful when leaving income fields blank, as we will assume you meant to do so.

14. WE ARE IN THE MILITARY. DO WE REPORT OUR INCOME DIFFERENTLY? Your basic pay and cash bonuses must be reported as income. If you get any cash value allowances for off-base housing, food, or clothing, it must also be included as income. However, if your housing is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, do not include your housing allowance as income. Do not include any combat pay resulting from deployment as income.

15. WHAT IF THERE IS NOT ENOUGH SPACE ON THE APPLICATION FOR MY FAMILY? List any additional household members on a separate piece of paper and attach it to your application. Contact Linda Brend, District Accountant, 500 S. Almon St., Bowler, WI 54416 or 715-793-4101 or email lindabrend@bowler.k12.wi.us to receive a second application.

16. MY FAMILY NEEDS MORE HELP. ARE THERE OTHER PROGRAMS WE MIGHT APPLY FOR? To find out how to apply for FoodShare or other assistance benefits, contact your local assistance office or call 1-800-362-3002.

If you have other questions or need help, call 715-793-4101 ext. 6312.

Sincerely,

Linda Brend, District Accountant School District of Bowler 500 South Almon Street Bowler, WI 54416

2016-2017 Application for Free and Reduced Price School Meals Complete one application per household. Please use a pen (not a pencil).

Apply online at: (Insert link if you have an online application or delete if not applicable).

In Community Eligibility Schools (CEP), receipt of free breakfast and lunch meals does not depend on returning this application; however, this information is necessary for other programs.

STEP 1 List ALL infants, children, and students up to and including grade 12 who are Household Members If more spaces are required for additional names, attach another sheet of paper.

Definition of Household Member: “Anyone who is living with you and shares income and expenses, even if not related.”

Child’s First Name MI Child’s Last Name Grade School the child attends or

NA if not in school

Foster Child

Homeless, Migrant, Runaway Head

Start

STEP 2 Do any Household Members (including you) currently participate in any of the following assistance programs: FoodShare, W-2 Cash Benefits, or FDPIR? Yes / No

Case Number: Program Name: If you answered NO > Complete STEP 3. If you answered YES > Write a case number here, then go to STEP 4 (Do not complete STEP 3)

Write only one case number in this space. Badger Care is not a qualifier for free meals.

STEP 3 Report Income for ALL Household Members (Skip this step if you answered ‘Yes’ to STEP 2) Flip the page and review the charts titled “Sources of Income” for more information.

A. Child Income Sometimes children in the household earn income. Please include the TOTAL income earned by all infants, children and students up to and including grade 12 of all Household Members listed in STEP 1 here.

Child income

How often?

Weekly Bi-Weekly 2x Month Monthly

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Special Situations

B. All Adult Household Members (including yourself) List all Household Members not listed in STEP 1 (including yourself) even if they do not receive income. For each Household Member listed, if they do receive income, report total gross income (before taxes) for each source in whole dollars only (no cents). If they do not receive income from any source, write ‘0’. If you enter ‘0’ or leave any fields blank, you are certifying (promising) that there is no income to report.

F. Seasonal Workers, Annual contract paid over a shorter period of time (school employees), fluctuating income. Annualize income and report here. Name of Adult Household Members (First and Last)

C. How often? D. Public Assistance/ Child Support/

Alimony/SSI/VA Benefit How often? E. Pensions/Retirement/

Social Security, Other Income

How often? Earnings from Work Weekly Bi-Weekly 2x Month Monthly Weekly Bi-Weekly 2x Month Monthly Weekly Bi-Weekly 2x Month Monthly

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G. Total Household Members (Children and Adults) H. Last Four Digits of Social Security Number (SSN) of

Primary Wage Earner or Other Adult Household Member X X X X X Check if no SSN

STEP 4 Contact information and adult signature

“I certify (promise) that all information on this application is true and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is given in connection with the receipt of Federal funds, and that school officials may verify (check) the information. I am aware that if I purposely give false information, my children may lose meal benefits, and I may be prosecuted under applicable State and Federal laws.”

Street Address (if available) Apt # City State Zip Daytime Phone and Email (optional)

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INSTRUCTIONS Source of Income

Sources of Income for Children Sources of Child Income Example(s)

- Earnings from work - A child has a regular full or part-time job where they earn a salary or wages

- Social Security - Disability payments - Survivor’s benefits

- A child is blind or disabled and receives Social Security benefits

- A parent is disabled, retired, or deceased, and their child receives Social Security benefits

- Income from person outside the household

- A friend or extended family member regularly gives a child spending money

- Income from any other source

- A child receives regular income from a private pension fund, annuity, or trust

Sources of Income for Adults

Earnings from Work Public Assistance / Alimony /

Child Support Pensions / Retirement /

All Other Income - Salary, wages, cash bonuses - Net income from self-employment (farm

or business); calculated by subtracting the total operating expenses of your business from its gross receipts or revenue; refer to Schedule C or F

If you are in the U.S. Military: - Basic pay and cash bonuses (do NOT

include combat pay, FSSA or privatized housing allowances)

- Allowances for off-base housing, food and clothing

- Unemployment benefits - Worker’s compensation - Supplemental Security

Income (SSI) - Cash assistance from

State or local government - Alimony payments - Child support payments - Veteran’s benefits - Strike benefits

- Social Security (including railroad retirement and black lung benefits)

- Private pensions or disability benefits

- Regular income from trusts or estates

- Annuities - Investment income - Earned interest - Rental income - Regular cash payments from

outside household

OPTIONAL Children’s Racial and Ethnic Identities

We are required to ask for information about your children’s race and ethnicity. This information is important and helps to make sure we are fully serving our community. Responding to this section is optional and does not affect your children’s eligibility for free or reduced price meals. Ethnicity Check one Hispanic or Latino Not Hispanic or Latino Race Check one or more American Indian or Alaskan Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White

The Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act requires the information on this application. You do not have to give the information, but if you do not, we cannot approve your child for free or reduced price meals. You must include the last four digits of the social security number of the adult household member who signs the application. The last four digits of the social security number is not required when you apply on behalf of a foster child or you list a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Program or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) case number or other FDPIR identifier for your child or when you indicate that the adult household member signing the application does not have a social security number. We will use your information to determine if your child is eligible for free or reduced price meals, and for administration and enforcement of the lunch and breakfast programs. We MAY share your eligibility information with education, health, and nutrition programs to help them evaluate, fund, or determine benefits for their programs, auditors for program reviews, and law enforcement officials to help them look into violations of program rules.

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410

Fax: (202) 690-7442; or Email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Do not fill out For School Use Only Annual Income Conversion: Weekly x 52, Every 2 Weeks x 26, Twice a Month x 24, Monthly x 12

Total Income How often? Household

Size Categorical

Eligibility Eligibility

Date Denied Reason for Denial or Withdrawal Weekly Bi-Weekly 2x Month Monthly Yearly Free Reduced Denied

Determining Official’s Signature Date Mo./Day/Yr. Confirming Official’s Signature Date Mo./Day/Yr. Verifying Official’s Signature Date Mo./Day/Yr.

Required for Verification Required for Verification

For schools participating in CEP only: Are all students on this application from a CEP school? YES NO If YES, the processing of this application cannot be paid for by the nonprofit school food service account. Only non-CEP applications are used for selecting the verification sample, conducting an independent review of applications, and the Certification and Benefit Issuance portion of the Administrative Review.

PUBLIC RELEASE NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH AND BREAKFAST PROGRAMS, SPECIAL MILK PROGRAM

RELEASE STATEMENT

The School District of Bowler today announced its policy for children unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program or milk for split-session students served under the Special Milk Program. Each school office and the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party.

The following household size and income criteria will be used for determining eligibility. Children from families whose annual income is at or below the levels shown are eligible for free and reduced price meals or free milk if a split-session student does not have access to the school lunch or breakfast service.

FAMILY SIZE INCOME SCALE For Determining Eligibility for Free and Reduced Price Meals or Milk

ANNUAL INCOME LEVEL MONTHLY INCOME LEVEL

Family (Household) Size

Free Must be at or below

figure listed

Reduced Price Must be at or between

figures listed

Free Must be at or below

figure listed

Reduced Price Must be at or between

figures listed 1 $15,444 $ 15,444.01 and $21,978 $ 1,287 $ 1,287.01 and $1,832

2 20,826 20,826.01 and 29,637 1,736 1,736.01 and 2,470

3 26,208 26,208.01 and 37,296 2,184 2,184.01 and 3,108 4 31,590 31,590.01 and 44,955 2,633 2,633.01 and 3,747 5 36,972 36,972.01 and 52,614 3,081 3,081.01 and 4,385 6 42,354 42,354.01 and 60,273 3,530 3,530.01 and 5,023 7 47,749 47,749.01 and 67,951 3,980 3,980.01 and 5,663 8 53,157 53,157.01 and 75,647 4,430 4,430.01 and 6,304

For each additional household member, add

+ 5,408

+ 5,408 and +7,696

+ 451

+ 451 and + 642

Application forms are being sent to all homes with a notice to parents or guardians. To apply for free or reduced price meals or free milk, households must fill out the application and return it to the school (unless notified at the start of the school year that children are eligible through direct certification). Additional copies are available at the office in each school. The information provided on the application will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and may be verified at any time during the school year by agency or other program officials. Applications may be submitted at any time during the year. To obtain free or reduced price meals or free milk for children in a household where one or more household members receive FoodShare, FDPIR, or Wisconsin Works (W-2) cash benefits, list the household member and the FoodShare, FDPIR or W-2 case number, list the names of all school children, sign the application, and return it to the school office. For the school officials to determine eligibility for free or reduced price meals or free milk of households not receiving FoodShare, FDPIR or W-2 cash benefits, the household must provide the following information requested on the application: names of all household members and the adult signing the application form must also list the last four digits of his or her Social Security Number or mark the box to the right of “Check if no SSN”. Also, the income received by each household member must be provided by amount and source (wages, welfare, child support, etc.). Under the provisions of the free and reduced price meal and free milk policy Linda Brend, District Accountant, will review applications and determine eligibility. If a parent or guardian is dissatisfied with the ruling of the official, he/she may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. If the parent/guardian wishes to make a formal appeal, he/she may make a request either orally or in writing to: Faith Gagnon, District Administrator, 500 S. Almon St. Bowler, WI 54416, 715-793-4101. If a hearing is needed to appeal the decision, the policy contains an outline of the hearing procedure. If a household member becomes unemployed or if the household size changes, the family should contact the school. Such changes may make the household eligible for reduced price meals or free meals or free milk if the household income falls at or below the levels shown above, and they may reapply at that time. Children formally placed in foster care are also eligible for free meal benefits. Foster children may be certified as eligible without a household application. Households with foster children and non-foster children may choose to include the foster child as a household member, as well as any personal income available to the foster child, on the same application that includes their non-foster children. The information provided by the household on the application is confidential. Public Law 103-448 limits the release of student free and reduced price school meal eligibility status to persons directly connected with the administration and enforcement of federal or state educational programs. Consent of the parent/guardian is needed for other purposes such as waiver of text book fees. Non-discrimination Statement: In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;

(2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

PI-1404-REN Page 2 Any questions regarding the application should be directed to the determining official. *Delete the references to the Breakfast Program or the Split-session Special Milk Program if you do not offer these programs.

BOWLER SCHOOL SEEKS SNOWPLOW QUOTES The Bowler School District seeks two separate quotes for snow removal service for the 2016-2017 school year. The district requires that the following criteria must be submitted with a proposal for snow removal: Vehicle(s) description;

Evidence of liability insurance of $1,000,000; Description of backup vehicle to be used if primary equipment is not available; and Hourly cost of service to the district.

Snow must be removed prior to 7:00 a.m. on the morning of school days. A measurable accumulation of snow must be removed from parking areas prior to athletic events, concerts, and general school activities. 24-hour on-call emergency service must be provided. Please provide a separate quote for snow removal and indicate the extra cost for sand and/or salt in the event of icy conditions. Quotes must be submitted to Bowler School District Office, 500 S. Almon St., Bowler, WI 54416. All quotes must be received by Noon on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. The Bowler Board of Education will review quotes at their regular scheduled meeting on Monday, September 19, 2016 beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Bowler School District reserves the right to reject any or all quotes.

MINUTES, BOWLER BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL SESSION June 14, 2016 Board Approved July 18, 2016 Call to order: The meeting was called to order by Board President, Deb Roth at 6:00 p.m. It was certified that the meeting was given proper notice. Roll call was taken with the following board members present: Fuerst, Smith, Schultz, Maves, Roth and Miller. Also present were Faith Gagnon, District Administrator; Kim Ninabuck, 7-12 Principal; Wade Turner, Elementary Principal; Linda Brend, District Accountant, Bonnie Matz, District Secretary and representatives from Camera Corner Connecting Point. Approval of Agenda: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to approve the meeting agenda. Motion carried. Public Recognition: None New Business: Camera Corner Connecting Point (CCCP) presented to the board the options they offer for technical support for the district. In their presentation, they reviewed the current state of our technology, opportunities for improvement, implementation steps and a summary of pricing. Questions and comments from the Board were addressed. Superintendent Gagnon asked what would happen if we went with another company, but needed transition time.

Mr. Lecher replied that things would stay status quo. We would not be cut off and we would continue at the same cost until the exchange was complete. Board members held discussion considering the options for technology in order to select a vendor for the needed technical support for the District and make a well informed decision. Mrs. Gagnon and Ms. Glenetske will create a grid with all four vendors and their proposals to help in the process. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to table item 7c (the request to approve a vendor for technical support and services) until the regular board meeting on June 20, 2016. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Grosskopf to approve Ted Kohler as 7-12 Special Education teacher, beginning with the 2016-2017 school year. Discussion was held. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to approve Elizabeth Torbenson as 7-12 Guidance Counselor, beginning with the 2016-2017 school year. Discussion was held. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Roth to form a committee of board officers to act as an Advisory Committee for general school business affairs. Board members asked about the need of an Advisory Committee and if an Adhoc committee could be formed to

serve this purpose. Administration feels that this committee could take care of areas that do not fit into our current committees. Motion carried. Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried. (8:00) Motion carried. Respectfully submitted: Bonnie Matz-District Secretary MINUTES, BOWLER BOARD OF EDUCATION Monday, June, 20, 2016 Subject to Board Approval Call to order: The meeting was called to order by Board President, Deb Roth at 6:00 p.m. It was certified that the meeting was given proper notice. Roll call was taken with the following board members present: Fuerst, Maves, Schultz, Grosskopf, Miller, Roth and Smith. Also present were Faith Gagnon, District Administrator; Wade Turner, Elementary Principal; Kim Ninabuck, 7-12 Principal; Linda Brend, District Accountant; Bonnie Matz, District Secretary; and Kathleen Glenetske. Approval of agenda: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst for approval of meeting agenda. Motion carried. Approval of minutes of prior meetings: Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to approve the minutes of the May 12 and 16, 2016 board meetings. Motion carried. Approval of payment of vouchers: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Roth to approve vouchers 66642 through 66810, ten (10) manual

checks and two (2) voided checks. Motion carried. Public Recognition: None Old Business: None Committee Reports:The Professional Staff Personnel Committee met on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 to discuss base wages for the professional staff. The Support Staff Personnel Committee met on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 to discuss possible pay increase for the support staff. New Business: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to approve one of the following vendors for technology support and services: Skyward, Marco, Heartland and Camera Corner Connecting Point. In order for the Board to make a more informed decision, Mrs. Gagnon and Ms. Glenetske presented a sheet of comparisons of the different vendors. Discussion was held and Ms. Glenetske and Mrs. Gagnon answered questions from the Board. The motion maker amended her motion to state to approve Heartland as the vendor for technology support and services. Roth seconded the motion. Roll call vote was taken with the following results: Fuerst-no, Grosskopf-yes, Maves-yes, Schultz-yes, Smith-no, Miller-yes, and Roth-yes. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Smith to approve the Shawano-Menominee Health Services contract for the 2016-2017 school year. Discussion was held. Motion carried. Motion by Miller, seconded by Fuerst to approve the Athletic Directors recommendation of Eric Peebles as Varsity Football Coach. Motion carried. Motion by Grosskopf, seconded by Fuerst to approve the

resignation of Timothy Ploeger as Middle School Assistant Football Coach and to post the position. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Maves to approve the resignation, with regrets, of Rachel Mencheski as Agriculture teacher and to post the position. Discussion was held addressing the concerns about the Jag Lake FFA Officer planning get-away and preparations for the Shawano County Fair. Also discussed was a request to have a FFA Alumni representative at the interview of new candidates for the position. Motion carried. Motion by Miller, seconded by Schultz to approve the resignation of Rachel Mencheski as Girl’s Assistant Softball Coach. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to approve the items noted in attachment “A” utilizing excess revenues from the 20115-2016 fiscal year. Discussion was held concerning where the excess funds came from and about the items listed on attachment “A”. Motion carried. Motion by Miller, seconded by Fuerst to approve the amended 2015-2016 budget. Motion carried. Motion by Roth, seconded by Fuerst to approve the 2016-2017 Professional Staff compensation model. Mrs. Gagnon passed out a spread sheet, explained the change in the base rate and went over three options for years of experience. Motion maker amended the motion to accept the new base rate and to go with Option 1 for years of experience. Motion carried. Motion by Schultz, seconded by Roth to approve the 2016-2017 Support Staff wages as presented. Mrs. Gagnon explained the

handout. Discussion was held. Maves, Miller, Schultz, Smith, Grosskopf and Roth voting yes. Fuerst abstained. Motion carried. Motion by Miller, seconded by Fuerst to approve policy folder section 0000. Discussion was held. Motion carried. Motion by Schultz, seconded by Maves to approve policy folder section 1000. Discussion was held. Grosskopf commended the Policy Committee on all the work they have done concerning the policy adoption. Motion carried. Motion by Fuerst, seconded by Schultz to approve policy folder section 9000. Discussion was held. Motion carried. Administrative Reports:Mrs. Gagnon’s report included:

x CWC changes with addition of Pittsville, Northland Lutheran and Wisconsin Valley Lutheran to the CWC. WIAA still needs to approve the change and will not take effect until 2017-2018

x Looking at dates for the Joint Meeting with Stockbridge-Munsee Council and Education Board

x Possible Advisory Committee meeting dates

x Possible Policy Committee meeting dates

x The new trailer for Super Mileage Vehicle is here

Mrs. Ninabuck’s report included:

x High School awards program was held on May 17th

x Attended CESA 8 for training on My

x Learning Plan – new data collection system to be used for

x Educator Effectiveness, Teachscape will no longer be used

x All Sports Banquet was held on May 18th

x Interviews for open special education position

x Middle/High School Spring Concert and Art Show, thanks Al Marquardt, Amanda Hein and Kris Thiex

x 7-12 STAR testing incentive trip for students who reached their goal

x May 27th – Graduation

x June 1st – Interviews for 7-12 Guidance, summer student workers and STEM student assistant

x 7-12 end of year Panther Track drawing and certificates for 95% attendance (47 students), no disciplines (61 students), no tardies (39 students)

x 7-12 honor roll was posted with 60 students

x Track send off for 2 girls who qualified for State Track

x Letters sent to parents with students who need to attend summer school for credit recovery

x Completed 2016-2017 class schedule

x WI District Record of fire, tornado and other evacuation drills completed and sent to Bowler fire chief

x June 20th meeting with PBIS team to set up next year’s incentives and

x discuss data pertaining to our problem areas and brainstorming ideas on how to address the issues

Mrs. Ninabuck attached a list of success stories from teachers for the 2nd semester with her report. Mr. Turners report included:

x Nearly 140 students are enrolled in the summer school program

x Lori Schuettpelz, nutrition educator from the UW Extension of Shawano County was in Mrs. Jensen summer school Fun with Food class with lessons on nutrition

x Teacher observations are complete for this year

x Teachers submitted final SLO, PPG, and artifacts for administrative review

x May 24th Elementary Track & Field Day

x 6th graders ventured to Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya on May 25th – 27th

x 5th grade attended Camp Sturtevant, a YMCA facility in Wausau on May 27th

x 1st graders traveled to Wausau West planetarium on May 27th

x Kindergarten graduation was held on June 1st. Entertainment was provided by the students.

x Year-end awards assembly was held on

the last day of school with more than 250 awards given. Mrs. Thiex began the celebration by

x showing a 15 minute slideshow to review the school year.

x Darla Brink, literacy expert from CESA 8 will help lead a RtI (Response to Intervention) team in the Elementary

Mr. Turner attached a list of success stories from teachers for the 2nd semester with her report. Adjourn: Motion by Schultz, seconded by Fuerst to adjourn. Motion carried. (8:27) Respectfully submitted: Bonnie Matz, District Secretary

BOXHOLDER August 2016

Regular school attendance is an essential component for successful learning. Students must be present and engaged in order to learn.

BOWLER PUBLIC SCHOOLS 500 S. ALMON ST. BOWLER, WI 54416-0008

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