FROM THE DESK OF: Adam Boldt, Director of Student Services

Arrowhead is proud to be a leader in the vocational education of special needs students. This April our students will engage in their capstone event by putting on the 23rd Annual Lobster Boil to raise funds to continuously improve our vocational experiences.

Vocational training experiences start in South Campus’ Cafe Arrowhead where students are able to prepare and sell meals to paying staff members. In the summer of 2024, this space will undergo much needed safety and space utilization updates. The changes will allow this space to be utilized by students throughout the day during their study halls and before and after school. It will also allow us to take advantage of our outdoor court yard located in the middle of the school. Proceeds from this year's Arrowhead will go towards outfitting the space with furniture and equipment needed to take on a new customer base, which will improve the job skill repetitions that the students need.

Below are pictures of the current space and a conceptual rendering of what the space could look like after improvements.

If you would like to attend our fundraiser or donate to the cause, please click here or see our flyer.

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 27-31: Spring Break

April 4: Election Day

April 4-20: See below for testing information in "Important Updates)

April 6: End of third 9 weeks

April 7: No School (Good Friday)

April 9: Happy Easter

April 10: SCHOOL IN SESSION (Snow day make up)

Upcoming School Board Meetings
April 6: Policy Committee Meeting, 6:45amApril 12: Community Conversation with the Board, 6:30pm SC LibraryApril 12: School Board Meeting, 7:00pm SC LibraryApril 19: Personnel Committee Meeting, 6:45amApril 27: Curriculum Committee Meeting, 6:45amMay 4: Building & Grounds Committee Meeting, 6:45am

On Friday, April 28th Arrowhead we will host the 23rd Annual Lobster Boil Fundraiser to benefit vocational training for our students in special education. Click here to order or donate. Also, feel free to share our flyer with anyone and everyone.

Important Updates

Arrowhead Spring 2023 Testing Information

The State of Wisconsin requires schools to administer accountability assessments in high school. For the 2022-2023 school year, the assessments administered include the Forward Exam (10th grader Social Studies), PreACT secure (NEW, formally ACT Aspire for 9th and 10th graders) and ACT (11th graders) .

As assessment dates approach, more detailed information will be sent specifically to grade level students and parents regarding times and information related to that assessment. For now, we wanted to make you aware of some changes to the bell schedules/calendar in order to properly administer the required assessments.

For your reference, here is some information REGARDING ACT ASSESSMENTS and State Accountability assessments in general.

Below is a schedule of events related to state assessments. Please review at your convenience and make note of calendar or bell schedule changes in this link.

Buses WILL RUN on their USUAL schedule on those days. Any student who rides the bus in the morning or needs to be dropped off to school earlier than 10:15am will report to a supervised study hall.

WHY THE DELAYED START FOR April 17- April 20 because of PreACT Secure?

Format and testing environment: The PreACT Secure assessment must be taken on school-issued laptop devices in one sitting. We cannot load testing software on student-owned devices. Additionally, in order to secure enough proctors to conduct the assessment and have a quiet environment conducive to testing, the buildings will be quiet each morning that week for students to do their very best!
Focus on learning: Students who are testing will not miss coursework/lessons in their classes as a result of having a delayed start or having to miss classes due to testing. During the hours of testing where other students have delayed start, classroom teachers (who are not proctoring) may conduct review sessions for upcoming AP assessments or offer extra help sessions for students who need assistance. This is based on availability of teachers who are not proctoring the assessment and will be communicated directly from the classroom teacher.

If you have any questions, please contact Sue Casetta, Director of Learning at casetta@arrowheadschools.org

ASF Fundraiser - April 15th - Smoke on the Water

Tickets are now available for the Arrowhead Scholarship Fund’s Annual Auction Event!

Our annual event raises funds for scholarships for the graduating seniors at Arrowhead High School. This year’s event will be held at Smoke on the Water on Okauchee Lake on Saturday, April 15th with heavy appetizers and drinks. The event starts at 6pm with the well-known Bar Downs performing their Rock, Pop & Indie hits from the 80's, 90's and 00’s.

https://ASF2023.givesmart.com

You don’t want to miss out! We will again have our top auction items this year including:

- kybox and first row seats at AHS’s 2023 graduation

- TREK Bike

- luxury boat cruise on Lake Michigan

- golf at various local golf courses

If you have an auction item you would like to contribute, please email us at asf@arrowheadschools.org or call Abbie Holland at 262-751-0869.

https://www.facebook.com/thebardowns

https://joessmokeonthewater.com

The Hartland Area Food Pantry is available to assist all residents of the Arrowhead School district. Proof of residency can be in the form of any piece of mail that shows a current address in the district.

The pantry is located at 553-555 S. Industrial Drive in Hartland. It is open on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

Residents can visit the pantry twice a month for four months or 8 visits. After that time proof of need is necessary.

Please call the pantry at 262-367-6373 during the above hours if you have any questions, they would love to help.

ARROWHEAD HIGH SCHOOL

BOARD OF EDUCATION

On behalf of the Arrowhead High School Board of Education,

We would like to wish our entire school community a relaxing, safe, and enjoyable Spring Break.

CELEBRATIONS!

DECA Marketing students represented Arrowhead well at the State DECA Career Development Conference

Over 3,000 high school Marketing students from all over Wisconsin came together to compete in the WI DECA (an association of Marketing students) State Career Development Conference held at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva Wisconsin. Students applied everything they have learned through their Marketing classes and DECA events in role plays, comprehensive exams, and projects. Arrowhead DECA qualified 26 students for the state competition from district competition in January.

Attached is a press release with some more details. Press Release State DECA 2023

CONGRATULATIONS TO AVA STRANCKE ON HER TOP SCORE IN THE CHEMISTRY OLYMPIAD EXAM!

On Saturday, March 4th, 5 AP Chemistry students competed at MSOE in the local Chemistry Olympiad exam. The top 5 students are then invited to participate in the National Chemistry Olympiad which will be held April 22, 2023 at MSOE. This year, Ava Strancke was one of the 5 top scoring participants and will move on to the National competition. Ava is currently a junior enrolled in AP Chemistry. This is quite an honor for Ava and Arrowhead High School. It has been a number of years since we've had any students qualify for the National exam.

GOOD LUCK AT THE NATIONAL COMPETITION AVA!

ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES

LINK toSign

ATHLETIC HIGHLIGHTS

WRAPPING UP WINTER SPORTS

Boys Basketball - WIAA State Runner-Ups! This incredible team finished their spectacular season with the best record in school history of 27-3. The players sacrificed for the good of the team so they could do the special things they did. Coach credits this to a great group of kids led by amazing seniors. Coach finished the season with over 400 wins! Mac Wrecke ended his high school career with over 2000 points!

Girls Basketball - This team finished sectional runner-ups to end their outstanding season. They finished with an overall record of 23-5 and a conference record of 11-4. Coach was grateful for the positive season, the efforts from the players, the assistance from his coaches and support from the parents! He is looking forward to next season!

Girls Hockey - They ended their season falling in regional play but are optimistic about the future after a positive season record of 13-12-1. They look forward to continuing to build their program.

Boys Hockey - Ended the season WIAA Regional Runner-Ups and with a record of 16-10. The team also looks forward to continuing to improve and grow.

Gymnastics - Ended their season 5th at WIAA State!

SPRING SPORTS ARE UNDER WAY

Girls Track & Field - The large, talented team is off to a great start winning both of the varsity indoor invitationals at UW Parkside and Ripon. Twitter - @CoachHerriot

Boys Track & Field - The back-to-back state champs team has shown their strength in winning both of their varsity indoor invitationals at UW Parkside and Ripon. Twitter - @CoachHerriot

Girls Lacrosse - The varsity red team looks forward to playing their first game on Wednesday, April 5. The varsity white team has played 2 games so far, falling to DSHA and Whitefish Bay. Twitter - @ahsgirlslax

Boys Lacrosse - The team is led by new head coach Dan McLendon. The varsity team wins their season opener against Marquette 17-4. JV falls 2-5.

Softball - Began their season Monday, March 13. Teams (varsity, jv, and 2 freshmen teams) will be decided soon and they look forward to their first game on March 22.

Baseball - Began their season Monday, March 20. Teams (varsity, jv, and 2 freshmen teams) will be decided soon and they look forward to their first game on April 3. Twitter - @CoachBrengosz

Girls Soccer - Began their season Monday, March 20. Teams (varsity and junior varsity) will be decided soon and they look forward to their first game on April 4.

Boys Tennis - Will begin their season on April 3. They will be under the direction of new head coach, John Stuart.

Boys Golf - Will begin their season on April 3. Twitter - @MrRyanAndrews

Activities Office Contact Information

Activities Director: Ryan Mangan 262-369-3612 Ext 4203 mangan@arrowheadschools.org

AD Assistant: Liz Arsnow 8:00am-4:30pm 262-369-3612 Ext 4202 arsnow@arrowheadschools.org

Activities Asst. Jill Bradley 7:00am-10:45am 262-369-3612 Ext 4213 bradley@arrowheadschools.org

Activities Asst. Tina Groff 10:45am-4:00pm 262-369-3612 Ext 4213 groff@arrowheadschools.org

Fax: 262-367-1870

School Year Hours: 7:00am-4:30pm

FORMS

Click HERE for information on all of our Clubs and HERE for our Fine Arts Programs!

ARROWHEAD STUDENT SENATE and the RED CROSS ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE ANNUAL SPRING BLOOD DRIVE APRIL 21ST!

The Drive is open to students, staff and the entire Arrowhead Community! Please use THIS LINK to sign up for an appointment. The December Blood Drive collected a total of 87 units which potentially helped 237 patients, let's BEAT that total and SAVE MORE LIVES!

Parent Support & Info

GRADUATION YARD SIGN INFORMATION

We offered yard signs for the graduating class the last two years due to COVID (before the pandemic, this was not something we offered).
We are not offering yard signs this year.
We do, however, have the name of the person who has done them in the past and he has kindly offered to do it again if a parent is interested.
His contact info is: Michael Waterfield and he can be reached by email at michael@hysmp.com
You must order through him and all questions should go to him.
He also can make ones for their college.

SENIOR PARTY 2023!!

The 2023 Senior Party is shaping up to be the best yet! Below is a reminder of the date and time. Please see the additional links for more details.

Friday, June 2nd • 9:00pm-1:30am • AHS North Campus

No entrance after 9:30pm • No departures before 1:30am

2023 Invitation

Permission Slip

PARENTS OF 18 YEAR OLD STUDENTS - PLEASE READ

As an 18 year old adult, there are a couple items your child(ren) need to take care of if they haven't already.

They need to register with the Selective Service and can do that here: Selective Service Registration. Here is a link to a Chart of who must register.
They should register to vote TO HAVE THEIR VOICE HEARD! They can register using this link: Register to VOTE

THE NEXT ELECTION IS APRIL 4th SO PLEASE REGISTER ASAP AND VOTE!

WE ARE HIRING!

The Arrowhead High School uses the Wisconsin Education Career Access Network (WECAN) website for advertising and accepting applications for job vacancies. We do not accept application materials by mail, email or fax (unless otherwise noted on the posting). All applications and materials must be submitted electronically through WECAN (unless otherwise noted in the posting). If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted. Please see the current job openings below. If you are interested in one or more of the position, please click on the link:

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

PAYROLL AND BENEFITS SPECIALIST

FRONT DESK ASSISTANT - SOUTH CAMPUS

TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING TEACHER

SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE: Part-Time

CUSTODIAN III -PART TIME

MATH TEACHER

LEAD CUSTODIAN

BOYS ASSISTANT (VARSITY) BASEBALL COACH

BOYS ASSISTANT (PITCHING) BASEBALL COACH

SET BUILDER- SPRING SCHOOL PLAY

CUSTODIAN SUBSTITUTE

GIRLS ASSISTANT SOCCER COACH

MODEL UN ADVISOR

AIDE SUBSTITUTE

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER ( PT positions, $16.25)

Coaching Application

Volunteer Coaching Application Form

Employment Application

Are you looking for a summer enrichment program for your teen? Check out Badger PreCollege Badger Precollege offers an array of academic programs for high schools students — from advanced learning programs and STEM classes to music clinics and college readiness conferences. Choose between an online format or on campus classes. Scholarships are also available.

Need High Speed Internet?

The FCC has a new map showing where high speed service is - and is not - available across the country.

Make sure the National Broadband Map is accurate by checking your home or small business. Funding is available to provide high speed Internet in Wisconsin. Make sure your home is correctly represented here!

Wisconsin residents can take action:

Go to broadbandmap.gov
Type an address in the "Search by Address" bar
Review the list of providers and
If the information is not correct select "Availability Challenge"
Select the provider you wish to challenge
Complete the form and submit

To ensure valid challenges are incorporated into the map before federal funding allocations are made, the public are encouraged to submit challenges by January 13, 2023. Please spread the word.

Additional resources: How to File Video, Outreach Toolkit , Written Instructions

AHS Fundraising

Support the AHS Tennis Teams and their tennis court fundraising efforts!

AHS Programs Financial Support

School funding is always a challenging world to navigate. Each year, schools see a set of opportunities with costs associated with them that are unable to be funded by the current state funding and the AHS budget. We often have families with the means to support such opportunities who have expressed that there isn't an avenue to be made aware or to donate directly to a need. Each newsletter, we will list opportunities for our community to consider supporting. There is never an expectation, only an appreciation for considering.

Current Considerations

The Warhawk Rise Program - We are looking for a committed benefactor who would like to support this great event! A new program we are developing at AHS that will recognize any student who has improved their grade point average by .75 or better from one semester to the next. (EX: from a 2.5 Fall semester to a 3.25 Spring semester) This is a significant achievement by students who put in great efforts toward success that may not always receive the recognition they deserve. The annual cost of this program runs about $4,000 each year and includes a semi-formal celebration brunch with their families invited and and gift bags recognizing their efforts. Please contact Principal Adam Kurth at kurth@arrowheadschools.com or North Counselor, Kelly Matthias at matthias@arrowheadschools.org to support.

Arrowhead Scholarship Fund - This amazing program provides an incredible amount of scholarships each year thanks to the generosity of our community. Families and companies have the ability to provide direction as to how their scholarship would be decided and awarded. Please see the ASF Donor Webpage for more information!