Hello Middle School Families,

Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our Spring Showcase Night earlier this month. It was wonderful to see our students and families engaging with various classroom activities and witnessing the incredible learning taking place at Sheboygan Falls Middle School!

Testing season has officially arrived. Our 8th grade students will begin testing this week, prior to spring break, followed by school-wide testing once we return. Here is the schedule:

We will provide ongoing communication as we progress through these dates. In the meantime, please continue to speak with your child about the importance of these assessments, as they reflect the hard work of our entire school community. For more information regarding the Forward Exam, you can view these short informational guides: English , Spanish , Hmong 

As always if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out.  Thank you for your partnership in education. 

Sincerely,

Ryan & Lindsey

Ryan Zak, SFMS Principal

Lindsey Schreurs, SFMS Associate Principal

Friday, March 20th:  End of 3rd Quarter

Monday, March 23rd - Friday, March 27th:  Spring Break!  (No School for Staff or Students)

Friday, April 3rd:  No School for Students or Staff

Monday, April 6th:  No School for Students (Staff Professional Development)

The School District of Sheboygan Falls will hold its next monthly regular board meeting on Monday, April 20th 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.

In March, the Middle School conducted our Spring ALICE Drill.  Students and staff reviewed the procedures and practiced a specific scenario.  

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 2026-27 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 2026-27 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 2026-27 school year is from February 2nd until 4:00 p.m. on April 30th, 2026.   

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 2nd until 4:00 p.m. on April 30th, 2026.  

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.

Explore the School Counseling Newsletter HERE to learn more about what is happening within Counseling at the Middle School! 

Lice are a common concern for families, especially those with school-aged children between 3 and 11 years old.

These tiny, parasitic insects aren’t dangerous and don’t spread disease. Still, a lice infestation can be stressful, which is why it is helpful to know how to spot, treat and prevent lice to minimize disruptions to your family’s everyday routine.  Our medical director, Dr. Jenny Brault, shared some helpful information on how lice are transmitted, and how to manage head lice infestations. 

Managing Head Lice requires a combination of treatment, cleaning, and prevention. Head lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp and feed on human blood.  Lice cannot jump, hop or fly from head to head.  They have no wings and their legs are designed for crawling and clinging to hair shafts.  Lice spread through direct, close head-to-head contact, and are common among school-aged children.  Too common for anyone's comfort! 

The first step in managing head lice is confirming the infestation. Signs include itching on the scalp, a tickling feeling in the hair, and visible lice or eggs (nits) attached firmly to hair strands near the scalp. Once confirmed, treatment should begin promptly. Over-the-counter medicated shampoos or lotions containing Permethrin or Pyrethrin are commonly used over the counter options. These treatments kill live lice, but a second treatment is usually required about 7–10 days later to kill newly hatched lice.  There can be some resistance to this, so please reach out to your provider if prescription options are needed.  

While the medication is important, using a fine-toothed lice comb is also important. After treatment, hair should be combed carefully to remove dead lice and nits. Wet hair and good lighting help make the process easier. Combing should be repeated every few days for about two weeks.

Environmental cleaning at home helps prevent reinfestation. Wash bedding, clothing, hats, and towels used within the previous two days in hot water and dry them on high heat. Items that cannot be washed can be sealed in a plastic bag for about two weeks to eliminate any live lice (48 hours) or remaining nits that might hatch (10-14 days). Hairbrushes and combs should be soaked in hot water for 5–10 minutes.

Finally, avoid sharing personal items such as combs, hats, or hair accessories, though spread this way is less common than for those living in the same household and/or sharing a bed.   With careful treatment and follow-up, head lice infestations can usually be eliminated within a few weeks.  

Stay healthy!  

Dr. Jenny Brault, MD and Deanna Timler, RN, BSN

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

Elementary School Communicator

High School Falconer

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.