The Watertown School District announces free breakfast and lunch for all students beginning October 1 and continuing through December or until federal funding runs out. Any enrolled student in K-12 is eligible for these meals. We have also changed our student close contact procedures. Beginning on October 5, if a student is masked, they would have the option of following the recommended 14-day close contact quarantine or choose to quarantine for 72 hours and come back to school masked, temp checked and socially distanced where permitted. School principals will notify you should this happen in your child's school. We are also changing the language with regards to masking from "highly recommended" to "expected." All students were given a mask to start the year, and we ask that you make sure your child has one with them each day. More details on the close contact procedures can be found at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/949702/Close_Contact_Student_Leave_Procedure.pdf. With this change, WHS will resume in-person classes on Mon. Oct. 5, and 7-12 activities will resume as well next week.
The Watertown School District announces free breakfast and lunch for all students beginning October 1 and continuing through December or until federal funding runs out. Any enrolled student in K-12 is eligible for these meals. We have also changed our student close contact procedures. Beginning on October 5, if a student is masked, they would have the option of following the recommended 14-day close contact quarantine or choose to quarantine for 72 hours and come back to school masked, temp checked and socially distanced where permitted. School principals will notify you should this happen in your child's school. We are also changing the language with regards to masking from "highly recommended" to "expected." All students were given a mask to start they year, and we ask that you make sure your child has one with them each day. More details on the close contact procedures can be found at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/949702/Close_Contact_Student_Leave_Procedure.pdf. With this change, WHS will resume in-person classes on Mon. Oct. 5, and 7-12 activities will resume as well next week.
Homecoming Tailgate and HARVEST 2020 Info
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j8L4Fp9Pq0KIJW_Lm6gQNedm8XIa8AGp/view?usp=sharing
Delta Dental is Coming!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BLXKN44v90E_VTe7Ex39j3-GhasbpbjU/view?usp=sharing
WMS--It would have been my hope that you'd see the back to school letters in the mailboxes today, but...COVID19. It is our plan to finish the details this week and mail back to school letters on Friday. Thanks for your patience and I look forward to seeing you all soon!
From the Watertown School District: Parents have been notified of the "Return to School Plans" in a call and text on July 17. Here is the link to the parent letter on the Watertown Webpage. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/805240/Return_to_School_Parent_Letter.pdf. Here is a link to the district's planning document, https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/805241/Return_to_School_for_Board.pdf. You can find more information at the district's Coronavirus website, https://www.watertown.k12.sd.us/o/watertown-school-district/page/covid-19-resources--13.
Summer Academy registration is open. Click on the link to register. http://wtnacademy2020.weebly.com
From the Watertown School District: Remodel work has begun at WHS. The high school offices can be found in the 500 hallway of WHS near the student entrance, and the district offices are now located at Garfield Elementary. This will remain in place for the summer.
Summer Reading - Watertown Regional Library
https://www.watertownsd.us/917/Young-Adult-Resources
From the Watertown School District: A big thank you to all of you for your work getting us through the 4th quarter. Report cards will be mailed out on Friday, May 29. A reminder that the Boys and Girls Club will be starting lunches for the summer on Tues. May 26. Watch for details on the start of school scheduled for Aug. 27. We don't know what this will look like yet, but we are anxious for a return to school this Fall. Please check out the 2020 Graduation Ceremony on Sun. May 24 at 2:00 PM. Links for viewing can be found at http://watertown.k12.sd.us. Have a great summer!!
Watertown School District Preschool Screening
Reminder, iPads and material check in is Wednesday (11-7) & Thursday (8-4). More details in video and/or handout.
Video--https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYPG1VBPOCc&t=1s
Handout--https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vizy9WY_zet-nsB9sjkoCACE0XMk4TObkZ_z4KAhmZk/edit?usp=sharing
From the Watertown School District: The year is coming to a close with a materials turn-in on May 20-21. Please have the devices charged and turned on for return. Details will come from the building. Please join us in recognizing the Class of 2020 with a parade on May 20 at 7:30 PM. Graduation will be broadcast on Sunday, May 24 at 2:00 PM. Summer school will not take place until August, and Driver's Eduction will start in July. These students will be contacted separately about attendance. Thanks for all of your help. Have a great weekend!
From the Watertown School District: We are excited to announce a Graduation Parade for the Class of 2020 on Wednesday, May 20 at 7:30 PM. More details in the attached flyer. Come out and celebrate with this years graduates!!
WMS--Material check-in will be next week on Wednesday (May 20) from 11-7 and Thursday (May 21) from 8-4. Don't forget your iPad, brick, and cord! Click the link for all of details.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vizy9WY_zet-nsB9sjkoCACE0XMk4TObkZ_z4KAhmZk/edit?usp=sharing
From the Watertown School District: Happy Mother's Day to all our Moms!! The final materials exchange will take place at all buildings on Monday, May 11 from 8-5. We will be getting details out to families about end-of-year turn in to be held on May 20-21. Graduation ceremonies will be broadcast on Sunday, May 24 at 2:00 PM on the local Government channel, KXLG, KWAT, and Public Opinion websites. We are also aiming for an in-person graduation celebration on Sunday, July 26. Thanks again for all your help during this time. We appreciate it. Have a great weekend.
WMS--Reminder: WMS Teacher/Staff Appreciation Parade TONIGHT from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. Drive by WMS on Wednesday...honk, wave, and cheer to thank the teachers and staff...we will in the front (west side) of the building in the drop off loop. We miss you and would love to see you!
WMS Teacher Appreciation Parade Postponed until Wednesday, May 6th from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. Drive by WMS on Wednesday...honk, wave, and cheer to thank the teachers and staff...we will in the front (west side) of the building. We miss you and would love to see you!
WMS--No materials to pick up on Mon., May 4th at WMS. Everything you need is in Google Classroom. Directions for final turn in (iPad/books) coming soon. Finish strong...get on email and Zoom to communicate. Get outside & get some fresh air. Wash your hands!
From the Watertown School District: Thank you parents for filling out the survey on our Flex Learning. We appreciate the feedback. Please note that we are closing off our playground equipment according to CDC guidelines. We intend to continue the Flex Learning until Thursday, May 21. We will have another materials exchange day on Monday, May 4 from 8-5 at all buildings. Graduation details were emailed to seniors this afternoon. We still intend to recognize the Class of 2020 on Sunday, May 24 and hope for an in person ceremony in July. Have a great weekend.