Winter Recess!

Attention Students & Parents:

  There will be no school on Friday, December 23- Monday, January 2nd as we will have our winter recess!  Please use this time to recharge your batteries, spend time with family, and get ready to make 2012 a fantastic year!


Happy Holidays!


Mr. Washuleski

Holiday Concert Time!

Happy Holidays Everyone!

I just wanted to inform you of some exciting events that are taking place in our schools this week and next week!  Here is the Holiday Concert schedule for my four schools!  We should be very proud of the hard work and effort that these students have put in!

Jefferson's Holiday Sing- Thursday, December 15th
Washington's Holiday Sing- Thursday, December 15th
Pigeon River's Holiday Sing- Friday, December 16th
Lincoln-Erdman's Holiday Sing- Tuesday, December 20th

Math Olympiad- Contest #1 This Week!

Hello High Ability Math Students and Parents!

  This week, Dec. 5-9, we will be taking our first Math Olympiad Contest!  Students in High Ability Math (HAM) have been working hard preparing for this moment!  Best of luck to all participants and remember even getting one problem correct is a reason to celebrate.  After all, these problems are 2 to 3 times above grade level!

Regards,

Mr. Washuleski

No School- Thanksgiving Recess!

There will be no school this Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 as we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday.  Enjoy this special time with friends and family.  Remember the changes you are thankful for.  Make sure you tell someone who you care about why you are thankful for them!

Holiday Wishes,

Mr. Washuleski

P/T Conferences @ Pigeon River & Jefferson!

Hello Parents,

  I just wanted to remind you that I will be attending parent/teacher conferences this week for Pigeon River and Jefferson schools!  Here are the days I will be attending, and if I can't make it to your conference I will at least give the classroom teacher a progress report to share with you.  Thank you for all of your support in meeting the needs of our students!

Tuesday, November 15th


Thursday, November 17th

Mr. Washuleski

Thankful for Change!

Happy Veteran's Day tomorrow and I wanted to share some thoughts about why I am thankful for the change/decision these braves souls have made.

                                                Thankful for Change


     There are many reasons why I am thankful for change, and on this Veteran's Day I would like to share some of those with you.  Veterans across this nation will be honored for their service, their dedication, and most importantly, their sacrifice for our country.  I am thankful that these people, many who are mere strangers to me, decided to make the most difficult change in their lives and join the military.  Just think you are 17 or 18 years old, have the majority of your life in front of you, and a family that loves you dearly.  You decide to make one of the most important changes in your life, become a member of the armed forces; knowing full well that your life and your family's life will never be the same again.  You decide to fight for freedom, to protect the ideals that this country was founded on, and know that most of the time you won't get credit, no pat on the back, but you do your job with a deeper gratitude~knowing that your efforts saved many lives or gave freedom to another country's people from dictatorship or a criminal regime.  This young person, standing on the front lines in Afghanistan or Iraq, doing all he or she can so that we may be able to say what we want to say, believe in what we want to believe in, and so much more!  So, I am thankful for Veterans, for the changes that they have made.  For the soldier who never came home, but believed in fighting for our country.  For the many families who don't get to see their loved ones, because they are in another country fighting for freedom or paid the ultimate sacrifice.  I thank you for the changes you have all made, because without them I would not be able to inspire my students, push and challenge them to be great in a free society, and mostly I thank you all for giving me the freedom to be ME! 


Make sure you take some time tomorrow to remember the sacrifices that these Veterans and their families have made!  Be thankful for the changes they made in order for us to enjoy the freedoms we do!


Respectfully submitted:


Mr. Brad A. Washuleski

Math Olympiad Begins!

Attention High Ability Math Students,

  Math Olympiad, our 5-month mathematical competition begins this week with orientation.  This will be an opportunity for our students to do their personal best with very challenging math problems!  I will be placing our reviews on Edmodo for each contest and there you can find quality instructional videos on many of the concepts that are discussed in class.  I am excited to begin this new journey and help students learn how to persevere through the challenges they will face!

Parent/Teacher Conferences @ Lincoln-Erdman!

Hello Lincoln-Erdman Parents & Students,

  I will be attending the following days and times for Lincoln-Erdman's Parent/Teacher Conferences this week!

Tuesday, 10/18~ 4:30-7:30


Thursday, 10/20~ 4:00-6:00

I look forward to meeting with you and your child!  If I cannot make it to your conference I will try to at least give the parents a progress report.

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

First Discussions on Edmodo!

I am happy to announce that we have begun our first literature discussions on Edmodo.com!  I am excited to start looking at high quality literature and for our students to experience different perspectives from students from 4 schools!  The topic at the moment is "change".  How has change affected us in our lives and what happens after that change?

Continue to Raise the Bar!

Mr. Washuleski

WATG Conference- NO Classes on 10/6 & 10/7!

Good Morning!

  There will be no PACE sessions on Thursday, October 6th and Friday, October 7th as I will be attending the annual Wisconsin Association of Talented and Gifted Conference.  Lincoln-Erdman and Pigeon River schools are the ones that are affected.  We will make up what we missed the following week.  I look forward to learning the most up-to-date technology, techniques, and programs for gifted education!

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

Brewers Win NL Central!

Last night was a reason to celebrate as the Milwaukee Brewers won the NL Central Division!  They beat the Florida Marlins 4-1 , but could not celebrate yet.  They needed the St. Louis Cardinals to lose to the Chicago Cubs!  The players and fans watched the end of the Cubs/Cards game on the big screen, and the Cubs beat the Cards 5-1!  This is the Milwaukee Brewers first division crown since 1982!  Did you know that the Brewers are now the only team in MLB to win a division championship in both the American League and National League?!?

Next Stop....Playoffs!

PACE Sessions Have Started!!!

Hello Parents, Students, and Staff!

Nota Bene, (Of Good Note ~ Latin), PACE sessions have begun at my four schools and I am excited to begin lessons with students!  We are launching a new online classroom as well on Edmodo and that will replace the PACE Teachers Wiki for online discussions and turning in assignments.  The PACE Teachers Wiki is still available for students, parents, and teachers as more of a resource instead.  This is the time to make a difference, begin raising the bar so that you can achieve the very best this academic year!  As always parents if you have any questions or need to get a hold of me the best way is by email at
bwashuleski@sheboygan.k12.wi.us

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

9/11~ 10th Year Anniversary

On Sunday, September 11, 2011 our nation will commemorate the 10 year anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and also the brave people on Flight 93 who stopped terrorists from another attack in rural Pennsylvania.  This date will forever be burned into the memories of those who lived through it and witnessed the tragedy occur that fateful day.  It was the Pearl Harbor of my generation and many of my students were just being born or not even born yet, so I want them to have some understanding of this very important day in our nation's history.  The terrorists may have taken over three thousand lives that day, but our resolve is stronger now than ever before and the United States of America will continue to stand together, united towards the ideals of freedom, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness!

For an interactive timeline of the 9/11 attacks in New York City, Washington D.C., and Pennsylvania, please click the link below. (Warning: Parents, some of the material is adult in nature and has adult language, so please use your discretion.)

Interactive 9/11 Timeline

What 9/11 taught me as I was just a a junior in college at the time~ was to never take any moment for granted, live for today, and most importantly~ tell your family you love them every chance you get!

Respectfully Submitted,

Mr. Washuleski

PACE/HALA/HAM Orientation!

Good Morning and Welcome Back to School!

  This week and next week will be the start of PACE Services at the four schools that I work with!  We will go through an orientation, which will explain what it means to work at a high level and consistently challenge yourself to get better.  We will also look ahead to some new educational opportunities that we will be doing for Language Arts and Math!  Finally, we will discuss how technology will allow students from all 4 schools to engage in meaningful discussions on a variety of topics!

Till I see you in class, have a great day, and remember to be good to each other, but more importantly, be good to yourself!

Regards,

Mr. Washuleski

Welcome Back to School 2011!

Hello Parents, Students, and Staff!

  School will begin on Thursday, September 1st, and I am excited for the upcoming school year!  PACE will continue to provide our high ability students with challenging extensions of the curriculum and also help classroom teachers with differentiating lessons for our students with high abilities.  I will be working at Jefferson, Lincoln-Erdman, Pigeon River, and Washington Schools this year, and look forward to meeting new students and catching up with current students as well!  Parents, please check out the parents corner and also the link at the bottom of my blog called PACE Teachers Wiki for useful links and resources for everything in gifted and talented education.  As always, if you have any questions or concerns the best way to reach me is email since I am at four schools.  Wishing everyone a successful first week of school and continuing to "Raise the Bar" in all that we do!

Sincerely,

Mr. Brad A. Washuleski
PACE Resource Teacher
Jefferson, Lincoln-Erdman,
Pigeon River, Washington
bwashuleski@sheboygan.k12.wi.us

Last Day of School- June 10th!!!

We started our journey on September 1st, and we all have come a long way!  Our last day of school will be Friday, June 10th!  I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my students, parents, and fellow staff members that have made this an awesome year!  I am also very proud of how we were able to integrate technology into the PACE curriculum this year and how vastly communication improved across all areas!  Once again I thank you for your commitment in helping to make our schools the best they can be and for our students who worked very hard, everyday, to do their personal best!

Have a great summer and see you in the fall!

Mr. Washuleski

Continue to "Raise the Bar!"

Dear Students,

  As we end one chapter of our lives and begin to write another, make sure this summer you continue to "raise the bar"!  Don't be satisfied with where you are at, and try your hardest to improve in every area that you can.  This summer will be a busy time for you, but don't allow that to stop you from reading each chance you can get and make sure you go on to www.ixl.com for some daily math practice!  It is the little things that give people with determination an edge.  Make sure that you exercise your brain this summer and remember to be good to each other, but more importantly, be good to yourself!

Best Wishes,

Mr. Washuleski

NO SCHOOL- Memorial Day Weekend!

There will be NO SCHOOL, Friday, 5/27 and Monday, 5/30 for the upcoming Memorial Day Weekend!  Enjoy time with friends and family and be safe!  Also, 5th Grade Sports Day has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 31st.  So, 5th Grade HALA & HAM groups at Lincoln-Erdman will not meet that day, but I hope to reschedule our time for Tuesday, June 7th.  I will keep you posted!

Best Regards,

Mr. Washuleski

What A Year!

Dear Students,

  What a year it has been!  We have been on an exciting journey together and have learned so many things during that process!  I would like to hear your feedback from the year that was 2010-2011 by going to the PACE Teachers Wiki and posting on the "Feedback 2010-2011" discussion tab!  Let me know what you liked about PACE/HALA/HAM this year!  Thank you for your support and let's have a great last couple of weeks of school!

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

Teacher Appreciation Week!

This week we celebrate all the wonderful things that our teachers past and present have taught us!  Please take a moment and reflect on what your teacher has taught you this academic year!

Regards,

Mr. Washuleski

Happy Arbor Day!

Today, on a beautiful and sunny day, we celebrate Arbor Day!  This is a day to celebrate the Earth and plant a tree if you can.  Trees give us so many things, habitats for animals, but more importantly, oxygen to breath!  Little things can be done now that will make a HUGE difference for our future generations!

Easter Break!

Just a reminder that there will be no school this Friday, April 22 and also on Monday, April 25 for Easter Break.  Please enjoy the time with your family and friends!

Mr. Washuleski

April is Earth Month!

April is Earth Month!

  Let's do what we can to get the word out on ways to help our environment and GO GREEN!  It is little things that you can do at home or school that will make a BIG difference in the long run!  I look forward to sharing some ideas with you and see what ideas you come up with as well!

Regards,

Mr. Washuleski

Geography Bee Winner Announced at Washington School!

Congratulations to Pa Nou C., winner of the 2011 Washington School of Comprehensive Literacy's Geography Bee!  Marcel M., came in 2nd place and Nhia X., came in a respectable 3rd place!  Thank you to all of the finalists for a job well done!

Geography Bee Set for Washington School!

The 2011 Geography Bee for Washington School will take place next Monday, April 4th from 1:30-2:25 in the cafeteria!  I am looking forward to an exciting event, best of luck to all the finalists!

Washington, D.C. & Virginia!

Hello All!

  The last two days, my family and I visited Washington, D.C. and went to the National Holocaust Memorial Museum; it was very moving!  Next, we went to visit family in Virginia, and took a trolley tour through historical Fredericksburg, Virgina, the place where George Washington grew up.  Finally, we went to see Thomas Jefferson's home, Monticello, and saw the great structure of one of our founding fathers!  I hope everyone is enjoying their spring break and I will see you on Monday, March 28th to finish the year on a high note!

Regards,

Mr. Washuleski

Greetings from Philadelphia!

Hello Students!

  I am writing from downtown Philly and there are tons of people here!  Tomorrow we plan to visit Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell!  I will keep you posted with future updates!

From the City of Brotherly Love!

Mr. Washuleski

Spring Break~ March 21- March 25

Attention Students and Parents!

  Spring Break is approaching fast!  There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, March 21- Friday, March 25.  Classes will resume on Monday, March 28.  Enjoy the time with family and friends!  I will be traveling to the East Coast to visit family and see some history.  I will be going to Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and Virginia!  I will take pictures and share what I learned along my trip.  Be safe, responsible, and most importantly RELAX, you all have earned it!!!

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

Advocacy!

To Whom It May Concern:

Today, Governor Scott Walker will sign into law the collective bargaining portion of the budget repair bill.  We as a learning community, (teachers, parents, and students) need to continue to be strong advocates for the GT program here in our school district!  The PACE program provides quality extensions of the curriculum to our students, and the program also helps students who are highly able, but are not identified, so the reach of the program is wide!  I encourage you to voice your support of the PACE program when it comes time for community input with the future budget cuts on the horizon.  Together, we can remain strong and united in the common goal of providing exemplary education for our students!  Thank you for your commitment to the PACE program in the past, now, and most importantly, the future!

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

"Oh the Places You'll Go!"

In honor of Dr. Seuss' Birthday on March 2nd, I wanted to share a part of one of my favorite books he wrote entitled, "Oh the Places You'll Go".  The message is clear, no matter what life throws at you, you can persevere and become anything your mind can imagine.  Continue to raise the bar and it has been a pleasure teaching each other this year!


Mr. Washuleski


Excerpt from "Oh the Places You'll Go" by Dr. Seuss

Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You’re off to Great Places!
You’re off and away!

You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself any direction you choose.
You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the guy who’ll decide where to go.

Parent/Teacher Conferences at Lincoln-Erdman

Hello Parents and Students!

  I will be attending the Parent/Teacher Conferences at Lincoln-Erdman on the following days next week!

Tuesday, March 1- 4:30-6:30 PM

Thursday, March 3- 4:00- 7:00 PM

I look forward to sharing with you the great things we have been doing in PACE!

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

School Cancelled- Monday, Febraury 21st

There is no school today due to the weather.  PACE & HALA students from Pigeon River and Washington, here is what will be made up the following Monday.

Pigeon River- 5th Grade HALA- Finish our discussion questions from last week.  Also, read from "Bud, Not Buddy".  5th Grade Math Group- Data Analysis Project will be due and we will present to class.  4th Grade Math Group- We will continue in booklet.

Washington- 5th & 4th Grade Math Olympiad- Review Contest #3 and begin strategy review.  HALA group- Begin Research Project, make sure that you have posted research topic on the PACE Teachers Wiki this week!


Have a great day!

Mr. Washuleski

Geography Bee Winner Announced at Jefferson!

Congratulations to Adam K., winner of the 2011 Jefferson Geography Bee!  Marcus B. came in 2nd, and Noah H., Alex L., and Gabe G. tied for 3rd.  Thank you to all the finalists for an exciting competition!

Geography Bee Winner Announced at Pigeon River!

Congratulations to Tristian W. for winning the 2011 Pigeon River Geography Bee!  Kaylee N. came in 2nd place, and Bennett S. came in a respectable 3rd place!   Also, thank you to all of the finalists for a job well done and making this a great event!

Parent/Teacher Conferences @ Pigeon River

Hello Parents & Students:

  I will be attending P/T Conferences at Pigeon River tonight from 4-7 PM and also on Thursday, Feb. 10 from 4-7 PM.  I look forward to meeting with those of you that I can and I thank you for your continued support of the PACE program!!

Sincerely,

Mr. Washuleski

Nota Bene: No School~ Wednesday, February 2nd!

School is cancelled for Wednesday, February 2nd.  Please make sure that if you don't have to be outside that you stay indoors and be safe!  Students in my high ability math groups (HAM & M.O.) I would like for you to practice problems in your grade level on http://www.ixl.com and if you need a challenge go to the next grade level up!  PACE/HALA students at Pigeon River & Lincoln-Erdman Schools: We will just continue with our classwork the following week, but if you still need to complete your, "I Have a Dream" poster please do so.

Enjoy your day off and come back recharged!

Mr. Washuleski

Geography Bee Set for Jefferson!

Attention 4th & 5th Grade Jefferson Students!

 The 2011 Jefferson Geography Bee will take place at your school on Thursday, February 17th, starting at 9:00 AM in the cafeteria!  I am looking forward to an exciting final competition and good luck to all of the finalists!

Have a great weekend!

Mr. Washuleski

Geography Bee Winner Announced at Lincoln-Erdman!

Congratulations to Brent G. winner of the 2011 Lincoln Erdman Geography Bee!  Ally T. came in second place and Emily R. came in a respectable third!  Thank you to all the finalists for an exciting experience and good luck in future competitions!

Mr. Washuleski

Geography Bee Set for Pigeon River!

Hello 4th & 5th Grade  Pigeon River Students!

 The 2011 Geography Bee for Pigeon River will take place on Friday, February 11th starting at 2:00 PM!  This competition of geographical knowledge will be held in Room 120 and I look forward to a great event!  Those participating in the final competition will be receiving a letter explaining how to prepare for the Geography Bee.

Make it a great week!

Mr. Washuleski
 

Life Lessons!

Dear Current and Former Students~

  TODAY is the start of your future!  You have the choice to make it a productive and worthwhile day, and that is one step closer to your goal.  Remember to continue to "Raise the Bar!"~ to never be satisfied with where you are at, and constantly challenge yourself to get better!  Life is what you make of it, so make it a great one, and you can get started TODAY!

Have a prosperous and productive weekend!

Mr. Washuleski

Math Olympiad- Study Guide #2 on PACETeachers Wiki!

Good Morning Students,

  If you would like to see the study guide for MO Contest #2 for Math Olympiad, please log on to the PACETeachers wiki at www.paceteachers.wikispaces.com and go to the Math Olympiad page.  There you will see the problems that we have done and also the solutions!

Make it a great week!

Mr. Washuleski

Welcome Back!

Hello Students!

 Welcome back and Happy New Year!  I hope that you all had a relaxing break and are ready to get to work.  I am looking forward to some exciting work from you in the near future!

Make it a great day!

Mr. Washuleski