Here are half of the pies our students enjoyed on MAC 3's Pi/Pie day. Thanks to everyone who donated!
march 9, 2025
Thank you for attending your student's conference. It's wonderful to hear them recognize and provide evidence of their own growth, how their actions impact their outcomes, and goals for going forward. This next week we will spend some time during crew talking about the goals they set for themselves and what it will take to achieve them.
Thanks to everyone who contributed to Pi/Pie day too!
Our orchestra students will participate in the District Orchestra Festival on Tuesday. During the school day they will walk to SHS for a dress rehearsal from 11:45-2:45. In the evening, the concert, hosted at SHS in the Arena will begin at 7:00 pm.
Our students have researched an innovator as part of their ELA/Module work. They will use their problem-solution essay in order to create a short slideshow to teach others about the critical problem their innovator solved, how they used design thinking, and the habits of character that were essential to their process. This Thursday, March 20, we are going to host a Symposium in MAC 3 from 6-7 pm where students will share with others their presentation. We hope many of you will attend this optional celebration of learning just before the start of spring break!
We hope everyone's spring break is safe, filled with experiences that bring you joy, and people you love.
When we return from spring break, students at Lake Bluff will take the state standardized test, the Forward Exam. Here are the dates MAC 3 students will be testing:
Maths: Wednesday, April 2 from 8:45-9:45 and Thursday, April 3 from 8:45-9:45
ELA: Tuesday, April 8 from 1:30-2:30 and Thursday, April 10 from 1:30-2:30
Thanks to everyone who contributed to Pi/Pie day too!
Our orchestra students will participate in the District Orchestra Festival on Tuesday. During the school day they will walk to SHS for a dress rehearsal from 11:45-2:45. In the evening, the concert, hosted at SHS in the Arena will begin at 7:00 pm.
Our students have researched an innovator as part of their ELA/Module work. They will use their problem-solution essay in order to create a short slideshow to teach others about the critical problem their innovator solved, how they used design thinking, and the habits of character that were essential to their process. This Thursday, March 20, we are going to host a Symposium in MAC 3 from 6-7 pm where students will share with others their presentation. We hope many of you will attend this optional celebration of learning just before the start of spring break!
We hope everyone's spring break is safe, filled with experiences that bring you joy, and people you love.
When we return from spring break, students at Lake Bluff will take the state standardized test, the Forward Exam. Here are the dates MAC 3 students will be testing:
Maths: Wednesday, April 2 from 8:45-9:45 and Thursday, April 3 from 8:45-9:45
ELA: Tuesday, April 8 from 1:30-2:30 and Thursday, April 10 from 1:30-2:30
UPCOMING events
Thursday, March 20 || MAC 3 Innovator Symposium, 6-7 pm in the MAC 3 classroom
Friday, March 21 || No school, spring break begins for students; teachers have professional development all day
Monday, March 31 || School resumes
Wednesday, April 2 || Forward/Maths testing
Thursday, April 3 || Forward/Maths testing
Tuesday, April 8 || Forward/ELA testing
Thursday, April 10 || Forward/ELA testing
Friday, March 21 || No school, spring break begins for students; teachers have professional development all day
Monday, March 31 || School resumes
Wednesday, April 2 || Forward/Maths testing
Thursday, April 3 || Forward/Maths testing
Tuesday, April 8 || Forward/ELA testing
Thursday, April 10 || Forward/ELA testing
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Looking forward - Passages!Parents and caregivers of sixth grade students, as in the past, our sixth graders' school year will culminate with a Passage Presentation. Every sixth grader in the district prepares a unique presentation that highlights their habits of learning, high quality work, and mastery of knowledge and skills. We will spend a few weeks preparing for this beginning in late April. Each student will be scheduled for a 30 minute time slot on either May 13, 14, or 15. They will present to an authentic audience of 2-3 people comprised of district administrators, school board members, village trustees, library employees, etc. Family members (including siblings) are encouraged to attend. You received a "save the date" type of communication from Principal French on Wednesday. Please share your availability using the linked survey as soon as your able. Scheduling is first-come, first-served.
Orchestra and BandLesson schedules for Band can be found on the Band Lesson page. Lesson schedules for Orchestra can be found on the Orchestra Lesson Schedule page.
Students will have their lesson on the same day each week but the time will shift to ensure they don't miss the same 30 minutes each week. Please help your student remember to bring their instrument and music on their lesson day. For many, it's an upsetting way to start their day when they realize they forgot their instrument and/or music. Thank you in advance! Homework and the content pagePlease see our Content Page for specific updates related to students' learning.
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Returning assessmentsAcross content areas, we are actively teaching new content AND how to prepare for and show/share what they know. Please remind your student that no score ever is a reflection of who they are or what they are capable of. Assessments are check-ins, opportunities to try new/different ways to prepare (including filling out and using the review packet to study with an adult at home).
We share this information with them and can tell when adults at home do too. What they are learning is just as important as how they are working towards proficiency and mastery. District ResourcesLake Bluff Parent/Student Handbook - Here is the link! Elementary Code of Conduct - Here is the link!
March Hot Lunch Menu - Here is the link! Lake Bluff ExpectationsThis slide deck was created by Ms. French (principal) and Mrs. Benedict (dean). We shared it with our students so they know what's expected and can hold themselves and others responsible for their actions.
Students with Smart Watches were keenly interested in slide 6. We will thank you in advance for helping your student shift their watch to "school mode" and not contacting them during the school day. |
You can access the Beagle Bulletin here - through the Shorewood School District/Lake Bluff School home page.
We have three room parents: Sarah A (Zach's mom), Ellie B (Edin's mom), and Kathleen D. (Becca's mom).
If you'd like to chaperone a field trip or plan to be in our school during the school day, you MUST fill out the school district's volunteer/background check form. You can access that here.
School lunch is available or families can choose to send their child to school with a lunch from home. Here is the February menu. Additionally, here is information about accessing Free or Reduced meals for your student/s.
Your student has the benefit of coming into contact with many different, deeply committed and caring adults throughout their week. These adults include: Lauren Courter (Art), Dominic Newman (PE), Elizabeth Russell (Library Media Specialist), Liisa Church (General Music), Kim Hildebrand (Spanish), Kate Zachar (Special Education), Katie Dreyer (Aide), Lisa Menon (Aide), Catherine Harrison (Student Support Specialist), Rebecca Benedict (Dean of Students) and if your student plays a string instrument Julie Nolan (Orchestra) or if your student plays a band instrument Katherine Myszewski.
We have three room parents: Sarah A (Zach's mom), Ellie B (Edin's mom), and Kathleen D. (Becca's mom).
If you'd like to chaperone a field trip or plan to be in our school during the school day, you MUST fill out the school district's volunteer/background check form. You can access that here.
School lunch is available or families can choose to send their child to school with a lunch from home. Here is the February menu. Additionally, here is information about accessing Free or Reduced meals for your student/s.
Your student has the benefit of coming into contact with many different, deeply committed and caring adults throughout their week. These adults include: Lauren Courter (Art), Dominic Newman (PE), Elizabeth Russell (Library Media Specialist), Liisa Church (General Music), Kim Hildebrand (Spanish), Kate Zachar (Special Education), Katie Dreyer (Aide), Lisa Menon (Aide), Catherine Harrison (Student Support Specialist), Rebecca Benedict (Dean of Students) and if your student plays a string instrument Julie Nolan (Orchestra) or if your student plays a band instrument Katherine Myszewski.
This week's ScheduleIt's an "A" week.
MONDAY: TUESDAY: Orchestra dress rehearsal, 11:45-2:45, District Orchestra Festival, 7:00 pm WEDNESDAY: 2:25 Dismissal THURSDAY: MAC 3 Solutions Symposium, 6-7 pm in MAC 3 FRIDAY: No school for students; teachers have PD |
SPECIALS Miller || NORTH GROUP• Monday - Library (B week), Community Crew
• Tuesday - Spanish, Music • Wednesday - Art • Thursday - PE, Music • Friday - PE, Spanish |
SPECIALS O'Malley || SOUTH GROUP• Monday - Library (A week), Community Crew
• Tuesday - Art • Wednesday - PE, Spanish • Thursday - Music, PE • Friday - Spanish, Music |
On the third day of school students went outside to find 100 different pieces of "found materials" to create a "found art project." They collaborated throughout, had to devise a plan together, and documented what their process was.
The Shorewood School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, creed, ancestry, pregnancy, marital or parental status, gender identity or expression, veteran status, physical, mental, emotional or learning disability, or any other legally protected status in its educational programs, activities, or employment with the District. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following designee handles inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer, 1701 E. Capitol Drive, Shorewood, WI 53211, 414-961-2854, [email protected].