Fox Point-Bayside School District to Host Replacement Referendum Information Sessions
The district will hold four information sessions – two at Stormonth and two at Bayside – in the coming months. District families and the community are invited to learn more about the $3.1 million operational referendum on the November 6th ballot.
Saturday, September 15, 2018 (9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.)
Stormonth Elementary School - School Gym
Monday, October 1, 2018 (6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Bayside Middle School in the School Gym
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 (6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
Stormonth Elementary School - School Gym
Saturday, October 27, 2018 (9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.)
Bayside Middle School in the School Gym
The sessions will be open-house style so it is not necessary to arrive at the designated start time. Please join us as your schedule allows. District officials will be available throughout the session to answer questions. We hope to see you!
Check out the Fall PTO Newsletter by visiting the following newsletter link or by navigating to the PTO page under Newsletters section.
Fall Sports Information
Parents: Please check the Morning Announcements tab for the most up-to-date information regarding cancellation of games, meets or practices due to inclement weather or wet fields.
District to seek $3.1 million in operational referendum on November 6 ballot
The Fox Point-Bayside School Board has unanimously approved a replacement referendum question asking taxpayers for an additional $3.1 million for each of the next four years. If approved by voters on November 6, homeowners would pay approximately an additional $79 for every $100,000 of their home’s value.
Referendum Question
The replacement referendum question will appear as follows on the November 6 ballot:
Shall the Joint School District Number 2, Villages of Fox Point and Bayside, Milwaukee and Ozaukee Counties, Wisconsin be authorized to exceed the revenue limit specified in Section 121.91, Wisconsin Statutes, by $3.1 million per year for non-recurring purposes for the 2019-2020 school year through the 2022-2023 school year, in order to maintain and support instructional programs, services, and class sizes?
Background
In 2015, residents of the Fox-Point Bayside School District passed a $950,000 operational referendum. The District has used these funds along with fund reserves to maintain instructional programs, class sizes and effective operations. The referendum is set to expire at the end of the 2018-2019 school year, and without a replacement referendum, the District will face a future budget shortfall averaging $2,920,480 per year (21.7% of the annual budget) over each of the next four years.
Fox Point-Bayside has a long tradition of educational excellence as recognized by the Department of Public Instruction’s annual report card rating of Significantly Exceeds Expectations. In assessing the District’s needs and planning for the years ahead, a $3.1 million replacement referendum will ensure the academic excellence the community has come to expect.
Next Steps
In the coming months the School Board will be meeting with district residents to share information about the referendum and answer questions. The district website, www.foxbay.k12.wi.us., will be updated with information about the replacement referendum between now and November. Residents are encouraged to visit the website to learn more before the election.
Stormonth Elementary Named Title I School of Recognition for High Achievement
Capitol ceremony celebrates 2017-18 Wisconsin Title I Schools of Recognition MADISON — State Superintendent Tony Evers praised Stormonth Elementary School for being among 135 schools in the state that received Wisconsin Title I School of Recognition honors for the 2017-18 school year during a special May 21 ceremony at the State Capitol in Madison.
The state superintendent recognized 24 High-Achieving schools and 40 High-Progress schools; 11 schools earned both High-Achieving and High-Progress honors. Five schools earned an award for a fifth consecutive year. Stormonth Elementary School was designated as one of the 24 High-Achieving schools in the state. “Partnerships among teachers, parents, administrators, school staff members, and the community contribute to the academic success of students in schools that receive this honor,” Evers said. Dr. Robert Kobylski, the Fox Point-Bayside School Superintendent, commented, “As a district, we are exceedingly proud of this notable honor. This award speaks to the level of commitment to our children that our faculty and staff exhibit every day. Congratulations to Team Stormonth, as our tradition of excellence continues!”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - June 2018
Contacts: Kathleen Wiesner Executive Assistant Karen Grimm-Nilsen Stormonth Elementary School Principal (414) 247-4167 kwiesner@foxbay.org (414) 247-4100 kgrimm@foxbay.org
For more information regarding school safety and suggestions on general key points you can consider when talking to your child, please visit the National Association of School Psychologists website.
Morning Announcements
Thursday, October 18th, 2018
Parent Conference Sign-ups
Sign-ups for this week's parent conferences are now closed. Parents may still sign up for Parent Conferences scheduled for next week Thursday, Oct. 25th by clicking on the Fall Conference Sign-Uplink. It is also posted on our Bayside home page and in the IC parent messenger that was sent out last week.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Students, please remind your parents that Parent Conferences are starting today and will be held again tomorrow morning. There will also be 3rd session next week on Thursday, Oct. 25th. The link can be found on our Bayside home page, the Daily Communication Folder, and on the Morning Announcements page.
No School on Friday, Oct. 19th
Students, there is no school tomorrow due to parent conferences. Please make sure your parents know. Again -- no school on Friday!
No After-school Activities today!
Students, please note that there will be no after-school activities today due to parent conferences, and there is no late bus. Please plan accordingly.
Scholastic Art and Writing
This is just a reminder to the Scholastic Art and Writing students: Scholastic Art and Writing will meet today during lunch and recess in the Makerspace.
Bayside Bull Pen
Students: Due to parent conferences today after school, AND next week Thursday after school, there will be no Bull Pen tutoring this week or next week. Please plan to attend the Bull Pen 2 weeks from today on Nov. 1st.
Picture Re-take Day - Today! - AM
Students and staff: Anyone who missed school picture day, or would like a photo re-take, should report to the teacher resource room 111, in the 6th grade hallway when your grade level is called. We will begin with 7th grade, immediately following the announcements this morning. Please note that if you are having a re-take, you must bring in your original photo packet and return it to the photographer this morning. Picture order forms are available on the Bayside Daily Communication folder and there is also a limited supply of forms available in the front office. There is no obligation to purchase pictures, and orders may be placed at a later date if you are not prepared to submit your order and payment today!
Cross Country team uniforms
Attention Cross Country team members: Please remember to turn in your uniform to the front office as soon as possible.
Yearbook
Attention students: Yearbook Club is seeking students who would like to help take photos for the 2018-2019 yearbook. Stop in the library this week and find out more information from Mrs. Houck.
Music T-Shirt Design Contest
We are kicking off the Music Department T-shirt Contest for this year nice and early!
Any student in the music department can design a shirt, and every student in the school will be able to vote and buy a shirt (staff too)! The designs are due next Wednesday October 24th!
Band
Attention 7th grade band kids: It is a B week for your lessons. Please check your B week schedule and remember to report to your lessons.
Student Council
Student Council Executive board (that's the President, Vice President, treasurer and Secretary) will meet Tuesday Oct. 23rd in Mrs. Schaub's room from 3:15-3:45.
Monster Bash - Friday, Oct. 26th
Attention 7th & 8th graders: The PTO will again be sponsoring the Monster Bash at Stormonth School on Friday, October 26th, from 5:30 - 8:00pm. 7th and 8th grade students are needed to help staff the games and activities. Students who volunteer will receive free entrance to the Monster Bash event and a free meal at the event! For more details on how to volunteer as a student, please email Monica Arnstein at monicaarnstein@hotmail.com . Students - do NOT use the Sign-up.com link on the Bayside Daily Communication Folder. That signup is for parents only! Please e-mail Mrs. Arnstein.
Birthdays:
There are no birthdays today.
This Week at Bayside:
Monday, October 15 - 7th and 8th Gr. Girls Basketball Practice Begins
Monday, October 15 - Deadline for Club's Choice PTO Fundraiser
Tuesday, October 16 - 7th/8th Gr. Orchestra String Festival Concert, 7:00 PM at NHS
Tuesday, October 16 - Deadline for Box Tops for Education Collection
Wednesday, October 17 - Community Referendum Information Open House @ PSS, 6:30-8:00 PM
Thursday, October 18 - Picture Retake Day, 7:30 - 9:30 AM
Thursday, October 18 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00 - 7:30 PM
Friday, October 19 - NO SCHOOL
Friday, October 19 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 8:00 - 11:30 AM
Upcoming at Bayside:
Wednesday, October 24 - Early Release 2:00 PM
Thursday, October 25 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:45-6:15 PM
Friday, October 26 - 5th Gr. Science Presentation, Hours 1, 2 & 4.
Friday, October 26 - PTO Monster Bash, 5:30-8:00 PM @PSS
