Dear SFHS Falcon Families,

Spring has arrived at Sheboygan Falls High School. We're so excited for the warmer weather and spring sports are now underway.

Quarter 3 concludes on Friday, March 21st. We want to thank the SFHS school community for your ongoing support. Your contributions are vital to our school's success.

As we transition into Quarter 4, our 9th and 10th graders will participate in the state-mandated PreACT Secure (April 9th) and Forward testing (the week of April 17th). The 11th grade ACT testing was completed in mid-March.

We encourage all students to participate fully in these assessments. We appreciate your assistance in ensuring their attendance and engagement. We also ask for your continued support in helping students maintain focus on their academic work for the remainder of the school year.

Thank you for your continued support and encouragement.

Go Falcons!

Mike Nikson, SFHS Principal

Brian Berlin, SFHS Associate Principal / Athletic Director

Friday, March 21st: End of 3rd Quarter

Monday, March 24th - Friday, March 28th: No School (Spring Break)

Monday, March 31st: School Resumes / 4th Quarter Begins / Fond du Lac Avenue Road Closure Begins (See Below for More Information)

Tuesday, April 1st: Spring Election Voting Day (See Referendum Information Below)

Wednesday, April 2nd - Monday, April 7th: Band Trip

Wednesday, April 9th: PreACT Testing (All 9th and 10th Graders)

Friday, April 18th: No School (Easter Weekend)

Monday, April 21st: No School for Students / Professional Development for Staff

Saturday, April 26th: Prom

Academic and Career Planning (ACP) Spotlight - MARCH: What were students working on for their ACP in March?

• 9th Graders: TEAM Talk Document and Career Exploration

• 10th Graders: Career Research

• 11th Graders: Career Exploration & ACT prep

• 12th Graders: Career Research

Please see HERE for the forms needed for your child to participate in sports during the 2024-25 school year. These forms can also be found on our High School website under athletics and SFHS athletics registration HERE. All forms should be turned into the High School office.

Board of Education Updates

The School District of Sheboygan Falls will hold its next monthly regular board meeting on Monday, April 21st at 6:00 pm. Please join us! You can find more information about upcoming meetings, your Board Members and more HERE. Can't make It? You can view the Board Agendas and Minutes at BoardDocs.com HERE.

During the month of March, the High School conducted an Evacuation Safety Drill on March 17th.

As previously communicated, there will be a single referendum question on the April 1, 2025 ballot addressing the most urgent space and critical capital improvement needs at the elementary school and the safety, aging building systems, and outdated, inefficient learning spaces at the high school.

In direct response to voter feedback, the revised facilities plan has been reduced to a not-to-exceed total project cost of $70 million. The School Board has eliminated the second question proposed in November 2024, which included building a new auxiliary gym, new multi-sport field, and new track for $21.5 million. They have also reduced the first question focused on elementary and high school improvements by more than $8 million by removing space for childcare and further prioritizing projects at both buildings. The proposed $70 million project includes the highest-priority projects, focused on providing space at the Elementary School, investing in existing buildings, and improving learning environments.

For more information including FAQs, preliminary and conceptual site plans, video walkthroughs of the schools and MORE, check out our WEBSITE and follow us on socials.

***WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU:***

Increased Traffic and Delays: Please expect significant traffic congestion and delays during pick-up and drop-off.

Alternate Routes: We recommend planning alternate routes to and from the school. Please review this GUIDE and EXPLANATION VIDEO for traffic plans and new drop-off/pick-up procedures.

Bus Riders: The bus company will pick up students 5 minutes earlier than the current pick-up time.  Please plan to have students ready on time.   This applies to all bus riders (ES, MS, HS).

Extra Time: Please allow ample extra time for your commute to and from school.

Patience and Cooperation: We appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time. Please be mindful of other drivers, pedestrians, and school staff directing traffic.

We understand that this road closure may cause inconvenience, and we apologize for any disruption it may cause to your daily routine. We are working closely with the City of Sheboygan Falls to minimize the impact and ensure the safety of our students.

We will provide updates as they become available. Please check your email and the school website for further information. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Spring is a common time for asthma flare-ups due to increased exposure to triggers.  Know your and your family's triggers and be prepared for the season.  Stay healthy!

Deanna Timler, RN, BSN

The inter-district public school Open Enrollment program allows parents to apply for their children to attend public school in a school district other than the one in which they reside or to remain in their current district in the event that they move out of the district before the start of the 2025-26 school year (Moving? See HERE for more information on remaining in the District through the school year). Open Enrollment will allow student(s) to continue attending school in the School District of Sheboygan Falls. Please call Lisa Berg at 920-467-7893 for additional information or check the Department of Public Instruction Website at: https://dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment (also check the 2025-26 Open Enrollment Regular Application Period Brochure).

There is no tuition cost for students participating in the Open Enrollment program, but parents are responsible for transporting their student(s) to and from school.

The open enrollment period for the 2025-26 school year is from February 3rd until 4:00 p.m. on April 30th, 2025.   

Applications must be done on the DPI (Department of Public Instruction) website at https://dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment. A link to this site will also be available on the school web site during the application period at: www.sheboyganfalls.k12.wi.us. The DPI website will be active from February 3rd until 4:00 p.m. on April 30th, 2025.  

If you anticipate a possible move out of the School District of Sheboygan Falls, please complete the Open Enrollment application as soon as possible. You have the right to cancel your application at any time and are not bound to enrollment. If you are currently attending under a Tuition Waiver, you will need to complete an Open Enrollment application for the upcoming school year.

Interested in what's happening at the other schools? Take a look at the Elementary and Middle School newsletters:

Elementary School Communicator

Middle School Messenger

And, check out these other ways to keep connected!

Looking for part-time work? Full-time work? Flexibility?

The District and Related Organizations have some great opportunities!

SCHOOL DISTRICT OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities within the School District can be found using the below links. Note that if you are looking for flexibility, we are actively seeking Substitute Teacher positions which can be found under the Certified Positions.

Certified Positions - https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicCertified/3472

Assistants / Aides - https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicSupport/3472

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF SHEBOYGAN COUNTY: Afterschool program fees are waived for children of parents who work at the Boys & Girls Club! If you are interested in part-time work, your child can be enrolled in the afterschool program for FREE while you work for the Club. Learn more about available opportunities or apply at www.ThePositivePlace.com/careers.