North Crawford School District

The North Crawford School Board will hold their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 18th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Large Group Room. To view the agenda and access supporting documents, click the link https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/2150?meeting=666662. If you're not able to make it to the meeting in person, you can listen in on the meeting through the Live event on the district's Facebook page. #TrojanPride

Santa has arrived! Please join us this morning.

🌟 Breakfast with Santa 🌟 Rise and shine, it’s time to cheer, Santa’s visit is almost here! 🎅 The weather’s clear, no snow in sight, So join us early—it’ll be just right. Waffles warm, syrupy sweet, Crafts and fun for all to meet! 🧇🎨 Musical chairs to bring big smiles, So come and stay awhile. But don’t delay, don’t be slow, At 10:30, Santa’s got to go! 🎁 His sleigh awaits, the North Pole calls, To prep for Christmas and deck the halls. We can’t wait to see you there, With holiday joy in the air! 🎄

Girls Youth Basketball and Volleyball Camp will be cancelled on 12/14 due to impending weather. Families: Please check your email for information on upcoming dates.

The tradition continues! The kindergartners visited Oppriecht Acres Tree Farm last week to cut a tree for their classrooms. The kids were so proud of their teamwork in getting their trees pulled up to the bus. Thank you, Oppriechts!

FFA/Spanish club members who sold fruit, please have plans to pick up your fruit tomorrow after school!

ATTENTION TROJAN FANS! All home High School events for the Winter Season will be livestreamed on HUDL Fan TV. https://fan.hudl.com/usa/wi/soldiers-grove/organization/13864/north-crawford-high-school We hope you can come out and support Trojan Athletics this winter, but if you are unable to attend in person, you can still follow the action on HUDL Fan TV! Go Trojans! #TrojanPride

Santa Claus is coming to town in just 6 days! 🎅 We can’t wait to see you all—get ready for a jolly good time!

The North Crawford School District is looking to hire a Middle School Girls Basketball coach for the upcoming season. Practice starts on December 30 at 3:30pm. Anyone interested in the position, please email a letter of interest, with credentials and experience, by Wednesday, December 11 at 3:30pm to: Jeff Murphy - Athletic Director - jmurphy@ncrawford.k12.wi.us #TrojanPride

Come Out and Support Our Athletic Teams! We’re excited for another season of amazing games and school spirit! Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our teams as they compete. Check out the attached picture for the dress-up themes for each game/night. A huge thank you to Kate Swenson for creating this awesome calendar to keep us all in the loop! Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and let’s show our teams some love. Dress up, cheer loud, and let’s make every game a night to remember.

First graders have been on an exciting journey through Ancient World Civilizations! They've explored the wonders of ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, learning about the importance of the Nile River, the use of hieroglyphs, the rise of pharaohs, and iconic landmarks like the Great Sphinx and pyramids. Now, they're bringing history to life with a creative twist! Check out these snapshots of students starting their culminating art project with Mrs. Killeen – Egyptian Cats! What a fun way to combine history and art!

With the arrival of the winter weather season, many of you may be looking to move your exercise routines to the comforts of the indoors. North Crawford has a 3,000+ sq. ft. Fitness Shed that is open to the community. For a $100 annual membership fee, you will be given a key fob with 24/7 access to the Shed to use any of our cardiovascular equipment, olympic weights, or selectorized equipment when it's convenient for you. For questions, or to sign up for a Shed membership, contact Tina Volden in the District Office at (608) 735-7202 or via email at tvolden@ncrawford.k12.wi.us. #TrojanPride

Thank you to the La Crosse Area Builder’s Association for awarding North Crawford students this Milwaukee Portable Band Saw through the Tools for Schools grant program!

Congratulations, Gavin Finnell! North Crawford High School is incredibly proud of Gavin Finnell, a junior who has made history as the first student to complete BAPI's (Building Automation Products, Inc.) Youth Apprenticeship Program in the production pathway. Gavin completed an impressive 450 hours of hands-on work experience, learning valuable skills in production, hand soldering, and shipping/receiving. But Gavin’s journey doesn’t end here—he’s now setting his sights on a second Youth Apprenticeship in a more technical and advanced pathway, aiming for 900 hours of work experience! A huge thank you to Josh Emery with BAPI and Jessica Helms with CESA 3 for their partnership and continued support in making opportunities like this possible for our students. Way to go, Gavin—your hard work and dedication are inspiring!

Breakfast with Santa is on the way, 🎅🍳 Just 14 more days till the big day!

🎭✨ Introducing Our Theatre Newsletter! ✨🎭 We are thrilled to share the first edition of our Theatre Newsletter! 🎉 Dive in to stay updated on upcoming productions, behind-the-scenes stories, student highlights, and all the exciting happenings in our theatre program. Whether you’re a performer, a tech crew member, or an enthusiastic fan of the arts, this newsletter is for YOU! 📖 Check it out here: Theatre Newsletter https://www.canva.com/design/DAGW2PwGOjk/1VYOjJo7VhCMzt3vJeGgZg/view?utm_content=DAGW2PwGOjk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor Stay tuned for more spotlights and announcements as we continue to shine a light on the talent and creativity of our students! 🌟🎬

🚜🔧 Hands-On Learning in Engineering & Heavy Machinery! 🔧🚜 Last week, our students had the incredible opportunity to travel to the Engineering Union Training Center in Coloma, WI. They spent the day exploring this 400-acre facility, learning about the program, touring the site, practicing with heavy machinery, and testing their skills on various simulators. For students interested in a career in heavy machinery operation, this was the perfect chance to gain hands-on experience and a real-world look into the industry. 💪🎓 We’re so proud to offer experiences like this to help students discover their passions and explore future career paths!

🌲🎄 Kicking Off the Holiday Season in Wisconsin! 🎄🌲 Check out this heartwarming story as Wisconsin's first Christmas tree of the season is cut down by none other than Alice in Dairyland in Gays Mills, WI 🌟 This annual tradition celebrates the beauty of our state's forests and the hardworking tree farmers who make the holidays special for families across Wisconsin. Let's get into the holiday spirit! 🎥 Watch the full story here: WXOW Article https://www.wxow.com/news/wisconsin-s-first-christmas-tree-of-the-season-cut-by-alice-in-dairyland/article_957091a6-ab8e-11ef-8dd7-1f753d78583f.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawGy3B9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSbBBtj7qmagB3r6WHNRt8qAkiLZbkpuDh5bT3BxlMyMuHnhgwBqtL8adg_aem_04fzbn_wqkj3MBgssF3erw

Thankful for a Generous Community 🍂🦃 As we embrace the spirit of Thanksgiving, I want to extend heartfelt gratitude to the Gays Mills Lions Club for their incredible generosity in paying off school meal debt. With so many families struggling during this season, your kindness has lifted a significant burden and made a true difference in our community. A special thanks to our new friend Amber Parish for her dedication in working with the Lions Club and our community to make this remarkable act of kindness a reality. I also want to take this opportunity to thank our parents, community members, board of education, and our Ag students for their support and contributions. Our Ag students deserve a special shoutout for growing lettuce for our garden bar—your hard work helps us provide fresh, nutritious meals for our kids every day. Together, we are nourishing not only our children but also the bonds that make our community thrive. Thank you all for making this journey so rewarding. Warm wishes this Thanksgiving, Jen Kapinus Director of Food Services

Ms. Knutson's 2nd hour Plant's class took the time and decorated the Elementary and High School main entrances for the upcoming Holiday season. Look at the pride they put into their work! We are proud and thankful for them! #TrojanPride