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Wisconsin's newest reading law, Act 20, led to an examination of South Milwaukee's curriculum and practices - many of which were already part of the practice of SDSM.
In this episode, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Christie Gajewski discusses new literacy practices this year with elementary teachers and instructional specialists.
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Register for before and after care today!
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July 5th edition of the District Family Newsletter
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School supply lists for elementary students
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On June 4th our schools will recognize our fifth graders and say goodbye as they become middle schoolers. We asked a handful to reflect back on their experience and look forward to what they expect middle school to be like.
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Why I Love... Drums!
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Families of children who will turn 4 or 5 by September 1, 2024 are invited to apply
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This Friday, December 15th, your child’s report card will be available electronically on Infinite Campus – that’s the website and phone application the school district uses to track grades, attendance, and other student information. No paper report cards will be sent home.
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Learn about the changes to the elementary report cards.
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about Join us for Lunch! Free Summer Lunch Program Runs Through July 31
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about June 20 Update
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about So Long SMHS - Three Seniors Share What They'll Remember About Their Alma Mater
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about Advice from the Class of 2038 to the Class of 2025
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about South Milwaukee grads both went to pre-school, elementary, middle, and high school together. Now they're off to the same college.
