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TJ Middle School has been having a great time joining in on the homecoming fun with dress up days all week! We love seeing our students show their school spirit and get in on the excitement!

#TJMS #Homecoming #PWSSD #PortPride #AnchorDown
3 days ago, PWSSD
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students and Staff
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students and Staff
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Staff
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students and Staff
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students and Staff
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students
TJMS Spirit Week Dress Up Days Students and Staff

These Dunwiddie Kindergarten pumpkins had too much candy!

6 days ago, PWSSD
Students Creating Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Student Holding Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Students Creating Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Students Holding Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork
Kindergarten Pumpkin Artwork

This week, we proudly celebrate Wisconsin School Board Week! We recognize our Board of Education for the leadership, vision, and dedication they bring to this important work. Their impact extends far beyond the boardroom, creating opportunities, strengthening our schools, and helping build a brighter future for generations of students.

Please join us in expressing our deepest gratitude to the following school board members for their service, commitment, and unwavering belief in our students:

Sara McCutcheon, President
Stephanie Trigsted, Vice-President
Yvonne Klotz, District Clerk
Brian Stevens, Treasurer
Dave Didier, Member
Karen Krainz, Member (Not pictured)
Nicole Nelson, Member
Elisa Pionek, Member
Matt Riemer, Member

Thank you for the time, care, and leadership you give to PWSSD. Your service makes a lasting impact.

#WISchoolBoardWeek #SchoolBoardAppreciation #WeAre1PWSSD #PWSSD #PortPride #AnchorDown

6 days ago, PWSSD
PWSSD Board of Education Members

A teacher can be the person who sees a student’s potential before they see it themselves. The person who offers encouragement on a hard day, celebrates the small victories, sparks a love of learning, and leaves a lasting impact that reaches far beyond the classroom.

This World Teachers’ Day, we are celebrating every teacher across PWSSD who shows up each day with heart, purpose, patience, and a belief in our students.

To our teachers, thank you for believing in our students, investing in their futures, and being such an important part of their journey!

#WorldTeachersDay #WeAre1PWSSD #PWSSD #PortPride #AnchorDown

7 days ago, PWSSD
PWSSD Teachers & Staff

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make our Kind Kids Day Fundraiser such a success! The kids had an absolute blast jumping the day away, but the real magic was seeing our school community come together!

A few highlights from an incredible day of kindness:

💰 $16,476 Total Raised!
💙 226 Acts of Kindness completed by our amazing students!
🏆 3rd Grade took home the win for the class with the most total donations!

A special shoutout to our 3 student winners: one student who raised the most money and two students who completed the most acts of kindness. Way to lead by example! 👏

Thank you to all of our students, DPC, parents, teachers, and volunteers who donated, cheered, and helped out. We couldn't have done it without you!

Now, enjoy some of our favorite moments from an unforgettable Kind Kids Day!

#DES #PWSSD #PortPride #AnchorDown

9 days ago, PWSSD
Kids jumping at Kind Kids Day
Student jumping at Kind Kids Day
Students playing at Kind Kids Day
Students playing at Kind Kids Day
DES Students
Student playing at Kind Kids Day
Students pointing to a Kind Kids Day Donation Tracker
Students waving at Kind Kids Day
Student at Kind Kids Day
3 Students at Kind Kids Day

Board Training Meeting Agenda (10-5-26)

9 days ago, PWSSD
Board Training Meeting Agenda (10-5-26)

Homecoming Week is almost here! Join our students, families, staff, alumni, and community as we celebrate from October 4-10. 📣

🎉 Each school will have its own Homecoming dress up days, giving everyone a chance to show their school spirit! Be sure to check your school’s website for all details.

Kicking off the week on Sunday, October 4:
➡️ 2:00pm: 9th grade students paint the Pirate Way green
➡️ 4:00pm: Powder Puff games under the lights

Monday, October 5:
➡️ 4:30pm: JV Football
➡️ 5:30 & 7 pm: Boys Volleyball

Wednesday, October 7:
➡️ TBD: Boys Volleyball

Thursday, October 8:
➡️ 4:00pm: Cross Country Invite
➡️ 4:30 & 6:30 pm: Boys Soccer
➡️ 5:30 & 7 pm: Girls Volleyball

Friday, October 9:
➡️ 4:15pm: Homecoming Parade along downtown Main Street, from Cousins to Jackson Street
➡️ Immediately after the parade: Tailgate at the high school
➡️ 7:00pm: Football Game

Saturday, October 10:
➡️ 7:00pm: High School Dance

Come out for the parade, show your Pirate pride, and help make this a memorable week for our students!

#PWSSD #PortPride #AnchorDown

10 days ago, PWSSD
Homecoming Week October 4-10
Homecoming Week October 4-10
National Custodian Day is a great opportunity to recognize the staff members who take such good care of our schools! ✨

Our custodians clean and prepare classrooms, care for hallways and common areas, help with building needs, and make sure spaces are ready for everything from the school day to evening events.

Thank you for the work you do to support our students, staff, and families!

#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD
10 days ago, PWSSD
National Custodian Day

Congratulations to two outstanding PWSSD educators! On August 19, Harmony Kroeger and Sarah Riemer celebrated a major professional milestone by earning their National Board Certification and attending the pinning ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion in Madison, WI.

Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to Special Education are inspiring. We couldn't be more proud! 👏

#PWSSD #NationalBoardCertifiedTeacher #SpecialEducation #TeacherExcellence #PortPride #AnchorDown

13 days ago, PWSSD
On August 19th, two of our educators earned their National Board Certification
📣 Planning for the Future Starts Now! Join us for Transition Talks: Financial Planning Parent Night, designed for middle and high school families of students with an IEP.

📅 October 13
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Port Washington High School Library

Learn about financial planning and future planning options, then connect with local agencies to explore additional resources.

🍕 Pizza + 🎁 prizes for those in attendance!

We hope to see you there!

#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD #TransitionTalks #FuturePlanning
14 days ago, PWSSD
Transition Talks Parent Night October 13 2026
Board Meeting Agenda (9-28-26)
16 days ago, PWSSD
TJMS & LES Building Tour Forum (9-28-26)
Board Meeting Agenda (9-28-26) Page 1
Board Meeting Agenda (9-28-26) Page 1

Our staff had an amazing day of learning and even found a couple minutes to celebrate Dolly Day as well!

We spent our day locked in and focused on collaboration and literacy for all learners!

#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD

17 days ago, PWSSD
Staff Professional Development
Staff Professional Development
Staff Professional Development
Staff Professional Development
Happy Dolly Day
Reminder: There will be no school for students on Friday, September 25, for a staff professional development day. We’ll see everyone again on Monday!

#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD
17 days ago, PWSSD
No school for students on Friday, September 25
Our kindergarteners have been learning all about our community and the important role community helpers play. They wrapped up the lesson this week by sharing what they want to be when they grow up!

From helping others to serving our community, these little learners are already dreaming big. We can’t wait to see where their dreams take them! 🌟

# LES #CommunityHelpers #PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD
18 days ago, PWSSD
When Mrs. Lanser's Class Grows Up
A teacher hand with Teacher written on it
A student hand with Animal Rescuer written on it
A student hand with Scientist written on it
A student hand with Doctor written on it
A student hand with Cheerleader written on it
A student hand with Teacher written on it

From the principal’s office to the playground, Superintendent McMahon is always ready to step up and connect with students! 🏀

#SES #PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD

19 days ago, PWSSD
Students playing basketball on playground
Students and Superintendent playing basketball on playground
Kindness is Growing! Dunwididie students are spreading kindness through their Kind Kids Day Fundraiser! Every act of kindness (big or small!) adds a link to the Chain of Kindness.

We are so proud of our students for making a difference through kindness! 💙
20 days ago, PWSSD
Dunwididie students are spreading kindness through our Kind Kids Day Fundraiser
Dunwididie students are spreading kindness through our Kind Kids Day Fundraiser
Dunwididie students are spreading kindness through our Kind Kids Day Fundraiser
Dunwididie students are spreading kindness through our Kind Kids Day Fundraiser
8th grade families, join us tonight for an informational meeting about the 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸

The meeting begins at 6:00pm at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. We look forward to seeing you there!

#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD
21 days ago, PWSSD
8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. Meeting September 21 at 6PM
September is College Savings Month, and Wisconsin families have a great resource at their fingertips: setting up a 529 plan.

Starting early and saving gradually over time can make a real difference in your child's higher education journey. We encourage families to explore their options and take that first step toward planning for the future. 🎓

Learn more: https://dfi.wi.gov/Pages/EducationalServices/CollegeSavingsCareerPlanning/CollegeSavingsProgram.aspx

#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD
24 days ago, PWSSD
September is College Savings Month

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ TJMS Jaguars kicked off the cross country season at the annual Cowbell Classic, bringing home the win and keeping the cowbell trophy for another year! 🏆

Way to go, Jaguars! 🐾

#TJMS #CrossCountry #PWSSD #PortPride

26 days ago, PWSSD
TJMS students at the annual Cowbell Classic
It's National School Backpack Awareness Day! 🎒

Choosing the right backpack and wearing it correctly can go a long way toward keeping students comfortable and injury-free. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

✅ Use both strapssingle-shoulder carrying puts uneven strain on the body
✅ Keep the total load to 10-15% of your child's body weight
✅ Pack heavier items closest to the back
✅ Straps should be snug but not too tight
✅ Regularly remove items that do not need to be there

Find additional tips: www.kidshealth.org/en/parents/backpack.html

#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSD
26 days ago, PWSSD
School Backpack Awareness Day