May 2024
Shapiro STEM Academy
"Empowering Hearts and Minds"
Lindsey Biesack, Principal
lindsey.biesack@oshkosh.k12.wi.us
Kelley King, Secretary
kelley.king@oshkosh.k12.wi.us
Staff Directory
FOOD SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
FREE AND REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
will be available online on the Infinite Campus Parent Portal in mid-July and will also be
mailed out in the US mail to all households in mid-July. Please return your completed
application to the Food Services Office, Oshkosh West High School, 375 N. Eagle St.,
Oshkosh, WI 54902, or the Elementary School Office your child attends on or before
the first day of school.
HAVE LUNCH WITH YOUR CHILD All Elementary Schools and the Food Services
Department invites parents of school-age children to have lunch with their child any
school day. Please let the school office know in advance so we can make sure a lunch
gets ordered for you. You may bring money with you to pay for the meal or the adult
lunch can be charged to your students Food Service Account.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE DEPARTMENT
The food service department is seeking individuals to work for our department serving
breakfast and / or lunch. The majority of these positions available are 1.5 - 2 hours in
length and are during the breakfast and lunch service time, which varies with the school.
Opportunities for longer shifts and additional hours may also be available. Please see
the WECAN at https://wecan.education.wisc.edu website for employment opportunities
along with applying for positions within the Food Service Department.
Please call 424-4936 for any questions. Thank you!
FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE!!!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR END OF YEAR!
All medications are to be picked up by the parent/guardian on or before the last day of school. Our policy will not allow us to keep them for the next school year.
If your child has a current health plan or emergency plan on file with the school, you will receive a copy during the summer to update for the upcoming school year.
If your child has a change in their health or has a healthcare need at school, please email our school district nurse, Shea Reiland during the summer and she will contact you at the beginning of the school year to discuss. Shea.Reiland@oshkosh.k12.wi.us
If your child will need to take medication at school, please work with your doctor to have the following form completed and signed before the start of the school year. As a reminder, the directions on the medication bottle must match the written order on the medication request form.
Medication Treatment/Request Form
If you have a child with a severe allergy, asthma, or seizures the following forms will need to be completed for our school nurse. Inhalers, Epi-Pens, Allergy medications, etc., must be in their original containers. Expiration dates will be monitored.
Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan
Asthma Action Plan for Home and School
Please inform your school of the immunizations your child has received by emailing the school nurse your child’s name and date of immunization.
School Nurse: Shea Reiland, RN
Email: Shea.Reiland@oshkosh.k12.wi.us
If you choose to sign a waiver, please contact your school office or click on this link https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/forms/f0/f04020l.pdf to obtain the paperwork.
Forms may be dropped off at your child’s school office.
Get Ready for the 2024-25 School Year!
The Oshkosh Area School District’s Annual Student Update (Enrollment/Registration) for returning K-12 students and for new 4K students will take place April 1 - September 1, 2024. Students must be enrolled by September 1. While the deadline is September 1, we encourage you to complete this process as soon as possible to secure your child's spot for the next school year.
This annual enrollment process is mandatory and reserves your student's place at their school for the upcoming academic year. You'll update demographic and contact information through the Infinite Campus (IC) Parent Portal.
Step-by-Step Instructions: CLICK HERE
New This Year: Complete the process on your computer, tablet, OR smartphone via the IC app: Campus Parent.
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Mobile Registration: To register on your smartphone, download the app from your device's app center (iPhone - App Store or Android - Google Play), or click these direct links. Be sure to select the "Campus Parent" option - look for this icon:
Online Portal Access: CLICK HERE to log in to your Infinite Campus (IC) Parent Portal and click the "Online Registration" link (located on the bottom left side of the home screen).
Note: This link will be active/available as of 8 a.m. on April 1, 2024.
Need Help? If you don't have an Infinite Campus Parent Portal account OR NEED TO RESET YOUR PASSWORD, COMPLETE THIS FORM.
Contact Information: For questions or assistance during the online enrollment process, contact your child's school office or the OASD Administration Office at 920.424.0395.
In-Person Support: If you need in-person assistance, access to a device, or internet, attend our Central Registration Day at Oshkosh North High School on August 7, 2024. More information will be provided in the coming months.
Fees: Fees and payments if applicable for the 2024-25 school year cannot be paid until mid-August, additional information will be provided at that time.
Your child's school will provide additional resources for the 2024-2025 school year, including important dates.
Thank you for choosing the Oshkosh Area School District for your student’s educational experience. We look forward to continuing to work with your family to meet your student’s individual needs and provide them with the best education possible.
MAY COMMITMENT:
"I WILL KEEP MY SCHOOL CLEAN."
Reading Volunteers Needed
Hello school family! Shapiro Stem Academy is looking for volunteers to come and read to and with our K-5 students! If you or someone you know would be interested please have them fill out the following Background check form and contact the school office. Whatever time you are willing to donate would be greatly appreciated. Our schedules are flexible. We are excited for this wonderful opportunity for our students to grow in their reading!
Volunteer Information
If you are looking to participate in any volunteer activities at our school (field trip chaperone, events, field day, etc.) you MUST have a background check submitted. This needs to be completed yearly. Once your form is approved, you will be set for the entire school year. The process is simple: 1) submit your background check by following THIS PROCESS 2) If an opportunity is available that you would like to volunteer at, just let your student's teacher know that you have submitted a form. From there, the office will be notified and the approval process will begin. Once your background check has been approved, your student's teacher will let you know!
Warmer Weather Warning!!!
Warmer temperatures are coming and going and coming!
Please monitor the temperatures daily and be aware that some days we may not need a coat, but cooler temperatures are still here as well and we will need more outside gear on those days. The rules are as follows:
Under 50 degrees: Bring all outer gear.
50-60 degrees: Long sleeves required.
Over 60: Short sleeves is okay outside.
Keep in mind the field gets muddy and boots are sometimes required still to play out on the grass.
Shapiro Media Center
Shapiro Families!
AVOID FINES!!!
All student library books must be returned by Friday, May 17th!!
Link to Common Sense Media Family Letter:
Boost Kids' Safety, Privacy and Security
Thank you for your support,
-Mrs. Daniels, Library Media Specialist
Morning supervision is not available on our playground until 7:30am. Students are not to arrive before this time.
Thank you!
Clothing Donations Needed
We Need Your Help! Once again, our health room is in need of some clothing for our students who may require a change of clothing, for various reasons. We are most in need of the following items:
Size 4-6 Boys pants
Size 10 or bigger Boys pants
Size 4-6 Girls pants
Size 10 or bigger Girls pants
Any longer or XL tshirts
These can be sweatpants, leggings, or any other new or gently used pants. (Elastic waistbands are super helpful!)
We appreciate any and all help you can give. Thank you, in advance, for your generosity!
*PANTS*PANTS*PANTS*
In line with district policy, and due to severe allergies within our school family, we ask that all dogs remain off the school grounds, with the exception of service animals. We ask that all service animals are not in contact with our students and staff.
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