Wisconsin Heights School District

Today's #SeniorSpotlight is on #VanguardPride senior, Haydan Louis! Plans after graduation? I plan to go to Madison College for their culinary program. Activities during high school? I played volleyball, softball and club volleyball. I also was part of the green team. Dream job? My dream job is to own my own bakery. Favorite memory? My favorite memories are the bus rides home from volleyball games and Mr. Marx’s class. What are you most proud of? I am most proud of getting this far and for being a graduate very soon! Congratulations, Haydan!

Today's #SeniorSpotlight is on #VanguardPride senior, Noah Statz! Plans after graduation? I'm hoping to learn more about the electrical code and start my own electrician company. Activities during high school? I've helped out with a few book fairs and small fundraisers. Dream job? Retired/travel photographer Favorite memory? I can't pick one favorite memory, but all of Mr. Marx's field trips are legendary and those memories will stick with me forever. What are you most proud of? I'm the most proud of how much I have grown as a person and all the great times I've had with my teachers and fellow students. Congratulations, Noah!

Today's #SeniorSpotlight is on #VanguardPride senior, Nick Quisling! Plans after graduation? Construction Activities during high school? I played golf and worked in the shop Dream job? Business owner Favorite memory? Mr. Marx’s devils lake field trip . What are you most proud of? Finishing math Congratulations, Nick!

Getting back to #SeniorSpotlights, today's is on #VanguardPride senior, Abrie Schoenemann! Plans after graduation? Attend a 4-year college and pursue a major in psychology on a Pre-Occupational Therapy track. Activities during high school? Basketball Dream job? Pediatric Occupational Therapist Favorite memory? The field trips and going to sporting events with my friends. What are you most proud of? Everything I've accomplished. Congratulations, Abrie!

As part of the Space Science unit, the students research rockets, build homemade rockets from scratch, calculate how high they will go, and launch. Extra credit if they catch it upon return. 😂 Of course, we're kidding! #VanguardPride

Members of FFA visited the Elementary school to work with students to make blankets. The blankets were made as part of the Pet Drive for the Dane County Humane Society!💚 Look at these adorable blankets done in Ms. Spahn's class! #VanguardPride

The Vanguard artists did an amazing job at the Visual Arts Classic state competition at Edgewood College last Friday. Congratulations to the team who competed in long term, onsite, quiz bowl, and critical thinking. Everybody came home with a ribbon. Way to go #Vanguards! #VanguardPride

For the second consecutive year, the Wisconsin Heights Student Council proudly hosted the WASC state conference competitions. The event welcomed attendees from the HS Student Council including Eve C, Bella O, Mathis A, Braeden G, Isaac S, Everett M, Ace T, District Administrator Dr. McGrath, and High School Student Council Advisor Mr. Braunschweig. Throughout the weekend, students focused on enhancing their leadership skills. They returned with valuable ideas on how to improve the council and boost school spirit! #VanguardPride

Get your #VanguardPride Golf apparel! https://whhsgolfapparel2025.itemorder.com/shop/sale/ Please get in touch with Sarah at sarahduhr@gmail.com or 608-574-2816 with any questions. The store will close THIS SUNDAY, April 13 so don't wait!

Important athletic updates for Saturday, April 5 - -Baseball has been postponed to a later date. -The softball tournament will begin at noon instead of 10:00. Have a great weekend! #VanguardPride

Second grade has started their rock unit in science. Ms. G's class has looked at river rocks and different kinds of igneous rocks. The students enjoyed using the magnifying glass to observe the rocks when they were dry vs. wet. #VanguardPride

Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🎉Today, we celebrate and recognize the incredible contributions of our paraprofessionals. Their dedication, hard work, and support play a vital role in our schools and district, making a difference in the lives of students every day. 💚👏🏻 Pictured: Elementary Paraprofessionals

The Baseball game at Sauk is cancelled for tonight. To stay up-to-date on Heights schedule, go to : https://www.capitolconferencesouth.org/public/genie/487/school/1/ #VanguardPride

Today's softball game against Pardeeville has been rescheduled to May 5. To stay up-to-date on Heights schedule, go to : https://www.capitolconferencesouth.org/public/genie/487/school/1/ #VanguardPride

The Wisconsin Heights Optimists Quality Students of the Third Quarter are 8th grader Griffin Crowe, son of Megan and Isaiah Crowe and 10th grader Macy Stampfli, daughter of Shawn and Brett Stampfli. Chosen by their teachers, the students were accompanied to the Optimist Club meeting at The Old Feed Mill, Mazomanie, Friday, March 14 by their moms; MacKenzie Deese, their math teacher; and elementary school principal, Sarah Kman. Griffin is the epitome of optimism. He has a positive impact on everyone around him. He is kind, helpful, and inclusive, a natural leader. A good student, he takes on challenges, digging deep into material and engaging others around him. Macy also has a positive, optimistic impact throughout the school and in the classroom. She is helpful to her classmates and teachers, always willing to lend a helping hand. A diligent student, Macy sets high standards for herself. And she meets these standards. The Wisconsin Heights Optimists are proud to honor these enthusiastic and inspiring young people. Photo 1: L to R- Griffin Crowe and Macy Stampfli Photo 2: L to R - Griffin Crowe, Elementary Principal Sarah Kman, Macy Stampfli, and math teacher Mackenzie Deese Photo 3: L to R - Griffin Crowe and Megan Crowe Photo 4: L to R - Macy Stampfli and Shawn Stampfli #VanguardPride

Mrs. Bednarcik's Anatomy Class was able to collect a grand total of 1,366 diapers and wipes! That is enough diapers and wipes to completely take care of a baby for over 100 days! Our winning class was the Junior Class with 675 diapers and wipes donated! Thank you for your contributions! #VanguardPride

Take a sneak peek at the #VanguardPride 2025 Summer School Catalog! https://www.wisheights.k12.wi.us/page/summer-school-information Registration will open on April 7th at 9:00am.

Congratulations to our WHB Track & Field team on their strong finish at the UW-Platteville indoor meet on March 20th. Both the boy's team and girl's team finished 2nd in team scoring. They also had a number of personal bests and indoor season records! #VanguardPride

School Board Meeting - Key Discussions and Decisions for March 24, 2025: 1. Presentation/Update from Dependable Solutions (District IT Consultants) 2. District Leader Reports - Highlighting the WASB Day at the Capitol, upcoming Community Listening Sessions, and the WHSD Safety Training 3. Reviewed Results of the 2023-24 District Single Audit Report 4. Approved Retirements and Resignations 5. Approved renewal of Girls Soccer co-op with Barneveld 6. Approved withdrawal from the Dane County School Consortium (DCSC) 7. Approved Donations 8. Approved Coaches 9. Presentation/sharing of Dane County Youth Assessment, School Perceptions, and HYA Data from 2023-24 school year To view the full recorded meeting on the Tuesday after, please go to https://www.youtube.com/@whsdboard Go Vanguards! #VanguardPride

The #VanguardPride 4th graders in Mrs. Nimmow’s class participated in a lesson with Mrs. Kman on restorative justice. They took turns sharing their ideas and practiced being respectful to their classmates.