Port Washington-Saukville
School District
Looking for a fantastic career opportunity? We're hiring for the 2026-27 school year! 🙌
Check out current job openings and apply today: https://www.pwssd.org/departments/human-resources.cfm
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Check out current job openings and apply today: https://www.pwssd.org/departments/human-resources.cfm
#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSuccess #PWSSD #JoinOurCrew
☀️ Wrapping Up the First Two Sessions of Summer School! ☀️
Summer School in the Port Washington-Saukville School District isn't your parents' summer school anymore!
Over the past four weeks, our students have been learning, exploring, creating, competing, and making memories through an incredible variety of hands-on experiences. From learning guitar and making music, creative LEGO engineering, outdoor fishing adventures, and strategy games like chess and Monopoly, to Twister tournaments, STEM challenges, and summer fun in the sun, our classrooms have been filled with curiosity, laughter, and meaningful learning.
These experiences are possible because of our outstanding teachers and staff who continue to create engaging opportunities that help students discover new passions, build friendships, and grow in ways that extend far beyond a traditional classroom.
We're excited to keep the momentum going as our final Summer School session begins Monday, July 13! We can't wait to welcome another group of students for more learning, creativity, and fun.
Thank you to everyone who has helped make Summer School another outstanding success in PWSSD!
#StudentFocusedFutureReady #PWSSD #SummerSchool #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #NotYourParentsSummerSchool #FutureReady
Summer School in the Port Washington-Saukville School District isn't your parents' summer school anymore!
Over the past four weeks, our students have been learning, exploring, creating, competing, and making memories through an incredible variety of hands-on experiences. From learning guitar and making music, creative LEGO engineering, outdoor fishing adventures, and strategy games like chess and Monopoly, to Twister tournaments, STEM challenges, and summer fun in the sun, our classrooms have been filled with curiosity, laughter, and meaningful learning.
These experiences are possible because of our outstanding teachers and staff who continue to create engaging opportunities that help students discover new passions, build friendships, and grow in ways that extend far beyond a traditional classroom.
We're excited to keep the momentum going as our final Summer School session begins Monday, July 13! We can't wait to welcome another group of students for more learning, creativity, and fun.
Thank you to everyone who has helped make Summer School another outstanding success in PWSSD!
#StudentFocusedFutureReady #PWSSD #SummerSchool #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #NotYourParentsSummerSchool #FutureReady
Student registration for the 2026-27 school year is open! ✍️
Annual registration is required for all returning families, and new families can get started through the link below.
REMINDER: Busing requests are included in this year's registration process.
Get started: https://www.pwssd.org/families/registration.cfm
#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSuccess #PWSSD
Annual registration is required for all returning families, and new families can get started through the link below.
REMINDER: Busing requests are included in this year's registration process.
Get started: https://www.pwssd.org/families/registration.cfm
#PortPride #AnchorDown #PWSSuccess #PWSSD
Don't know about you, but we're still smiling after Sunday’s beautiful graduation ceremony. The Class of 2026 was one for the record books and are certainly ready to take on whatever lies ahead for them.
It takes a village to get them there however, and we are so grateful for our wonderful Port Washington-Saukville community, teachers, and families who supported them every step of the way.
"Caps off" to the new grads, go make the world a better place!
It takes a village to get them there however, and we are so grateful for our wonderful Port Washington-Saukville community, teachers, and families who supported them every step of the way.
"Caps off" to the new grads, go make the world a better place!
Happy National School Nurse Day to our very own Abby Bonness!
At PWSSD, our mission is to keep our students focused and future-ready. We know that for our kids to reach their greatest potential, they need to feel safe and healthy first. That’s where Abby’s magic comes in!
Whether she’s expertly applying a colorful bandage, offering a calm word during a busy day, or looking out for the well-being of our entire school community, Abby is a huge part of what makes our schools a great place to be.
Abby, thank you for everything you do to keep our students and staff at their best, especially with all the behind the scenes work that many of us never even see. We hope your day is full of (healthy) snacks and appreciation!
At PWSSD, our mission is to keep our students focused and future-ready. We know that for our kids to reach their greatest potential, they need to feel safe and healthy first. That’s where Abby’s magic comes in!
Whether she’s expertly applying a colorful bandage, offering a calm word during a busy day, or looking out for the well-being of our entire school community, Abby is a huge part of what makes our schools a great place to be.
Abby, thank you for everything you do to keep our students and staff at their best, especially with all the behind the scenes work that many of us never even see. We hope your day is full of (healthy) snacks and appreciation!
The Future Called...and the Class of 2026 Answered!
On this Commitment Day, we celebrate our seniors as they take the next step toward their unique futures. Whether their path leads to a college campus, a trade apprenticeship, the military, or the workforce, we are incredibly proud of the work they’ve put in to become Life Ready, Career Ready, and Learning Ready.
On this Commitment Day, we celebrate our seniors as they take the next step toward their unique futures. Whether their path leads to a college campus, a trade apprenticeship, the military, or the workforce, we are incredibly proud of the work they’ve put in to become Life Ready, Career Ready, and Learning Ready.
Happy National Principals Day!
Today, we are taking a moment to celebrate the incredible leaders who steer our schools with heart, dedication, and vision. A huge shout-out to the phenomenal principals of our district:
Jane Gennerman – Lincoln Elementary
Elyse Voskuil – Dunwiddie Elementary
Jae Henderson – Saukville Elementary
Nick DeBaker – Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Rachel Biertzer – Port Washington High School
Thank you for everything you do to support our students, empower our teachers, and build a stronger community every single day. We are so lucky to have you "at the helm"!
Drop a comment below to share a "thank you" or a favorite memory of these amazing leaders! 👇
#NationalPrincipalsDay #wearepwssd #portpride
Today, we are taking a moment to celebrate the incredible leaders who steer our schools with heart, dedication, and vision. A huge shout-out to the phenomenal principals of our district:
Jane Gennerman – Lincoln Elementary
Elyse Voskuil – Dunwiddie Elementary
Jae Henderson – Saukville Elementary
Nick DeBaker – Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Rachel Biertzer – Port Washington High School
Thank you for everything you do to support our students, empower our teachers, and build a stronger community every single day. We are so lucky to have you "at the helm"!
Drop a comment below to share a "thank you" or a favorite memory of these amazing leaders! 👇
#NationalPrincipalsDay #wearepwssd #portpride
Revitalized PWSSD Education Foundation receives $225,000 Commitment from Vantage Data Centers, Oracle and OpenAI.
Vantage Data Centers announced support for the relaunch of the Port Washington–Saukville School District’s (PWSSD) Education Foundation, alongside Oracle and OpenAI, through a combined $225,000 commitment to strengthen local education and workforce readiness efforts.
Vantage Data Centers, Oracle and OpenAI will each contribute $75,000, for a total commitment of $225,000, as they deepen engagement with the Port Washington–Saukville community. The three companies are actively investing in Port Washington as part of the Lighthouse development being built by Vantage for Oracle and its customer OpenAI.
We are extremely grateful for this donation as it will go directly to benefit our teachers and students over the next several years. The reestablished foundation will provide flexible, community driven funding to invest directly in students and educators and to expand programs aligned with district priorities, helping prepare learners for college, careers and a rapidly evolving workforce.
Building the Foundation, One Note at a Time!
Limited Edition, Genesis, and the Jaguar Singers visited each of our grade schools for their annual tour today. The fourth graders even got in on the action!
This annual visit is all about showing our younger students that they are the future of our music program. Whether they were inspired today to join the Jaguar Singers or have dreams of one day finding their voice in Limited Edition, we want them to know that their musical journey is just beginning.
We know that high levels of student involvement lead to a stronger sense of belonging in our school community - it's one of our strategic goals. We certainly saw that in action today!
Stay tuned later this week as we specifically highlight Limited Edition and their upcoming trip to Nationals in NYC!
Limited Edition, Genesis, and the Jaguar Singers visited each of our grade schools for their annual tour today. The fourth graders even got in on the action!
This annual visit is all about showing our younger students that they are the future of our music program. Whether they were inspired today to join the Jaguar Singers or have dreams of one day finding their voice in Limited Edition, we want them to know that their musical journey is just beginning.
We know that high levels of student involvement lead to a stronger sense of belonging in our school community - it's one of our strategic goals. We certainly saw that in action today!
Stay tuned later this week as we specifically highlight Limited Edition and their upcoming trip to Nationals in NYC!
It’s National Assistant Principals Week, and here at Port Washington-Saukville School District, we are incredibly fortunate to have a leadership team that goes above and beyond every single day.
Meet Our Incredible APs:
John Bunyan (Port Washington High School): Wearing two very important hats, John serves as our HS Assistant Principal and our Activities/Athletics Director. Whether he’s in the office or cheering on our Pirates from the sidelines, his commitment to providing diverse opportunities for our students is unmatched!
Jodi Swagel (Middle School): As our Middle School Assistant Principal, Jodi is a champion for our students during these pivotal years. Her kindness, energy, and steady guidance help create a supportive environment where every student can thrive.
Dan Solorzano (Port Washington High School): Dan’s leadership at the high school is vital to our daily success. His focus on student growth and his approachable, reliable, and thoughtful presence make a lasting impact on our PWHS community every day.
Meet Our Incredible APs:
John Bunyan (Port Washington High School): Wearing two very important hats, John serves as our HS Assistant Principal and our Activities/Athletics Director. Whether he’s in the office or cheering on our Pirates from the sidelines, his commitment to providing diverse opportunities for our students is unmatched!
Jodi Swagel (Middle School): As our Middle School Assistant Principal, Jodi is a champion for our students during these pivotal years. Her kindness, energy, and steady guidance help create a supportive environment where every student can thrive.
Dan Solorzano (Port Washington High School): Dan’s leadership at the high school is vital to our daily success. His focus on student growth and his approachable, reliable, and thoughtful presence make a lasting impact on our PWHS community every day.
Summer school course requests will open in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal this week:
Wednesday, April 8: Grades 1-3 opens at 4:00 PM
Thursday, April 9: Grades 4-12 opens at 4:00 PM
Important Information/Reminders:
Course requests are first-come, first-served. Some classes have limited capacity and may fill quickly. We recommend having your selections planned in advance.
Schedules are not created immediately. Infinite Campus uses a course request system, and student schedules will be built after the request window closes on Sunday, May 3.
Schedules will be available in Infinite Campus on or about May 13, 2026.
Course availability is dependent on session and period offerings. Please review the appropriate Summer School Catalog before selecting courses to ensure your requests align with availability.
If you are logged in prior to 4:00 PM and do not see the "Course Registration" tab, please log out and log back in.
The Infinite Campus mobile app is not recommended for course requests. Please use a web browser on a computer or tablet.
If the system experiences high traffic, access may be temporarily impacted. We will communicate any updates if issues occur.
Wednesday, April 8: Grades 1-3 opens at 4:00 PM
Thursday, April 9: Grades 4-12 opens at 4:00 PM
Important Information/Reminders:
Course requests are first-come, first-served. Some classes have limited capacity and may fill quickly. We recommend having your selections planned in advance.
Schedules are not created immediately. Infinite Campus uses a course request system, and student schedules will be built after the request window closes on Sunday, May 3.
Schedules will be available in Infinite Campus on or about May 13, 2026.
Course availability is dependent on session and period offerings. Please review the appropriate Summer School Catalog before selecting courses to ensure your requests align with availability.
If you are logged in prior to 4:00 PM and do not see the "Course Registration" tab, please log out and log back in.
The Infinite Campus mobile app is not recommended for course requests. Please use a web browser on a computer or tablet.
If the system experiences high traffic, access may be temporarily impacted. We will communicate any updates if issues occur.
Postcard from Italy:
Looks like our talented band and choir students are having the time of their lives overseas!
A huge thank you to our dedicated music directors, chaperones, and our incredibly supportive community for making this life-changing experience possible.
Looks like our talented band and choir students are having the time of their lives overseas!
A huge thank you to our dedicated music directors, chaperones, and our incredibly supportive community for making this life-changing experience possible.
🏀 BIG NEWS FOR PIRATE BASKETBALL! 🏀
Huge congratulations to Cal Loose on being named to the WBCA Division 2 All-State Team!
Cal, a 6'2” senior, was a major catalyst for our Port Washington High School team during an incredible season. He helped lead the Pirates to a stellar 25-2 record, an outright Glacier Trails Conference championship, and a WIAA Regional Championship!
Check out these senior season stats:
🔥 17.3 Points Per Game
🏀 4.9 Rebounds
🤝 2.9 Assists
🔒 2.4 Steals
We are so proud of your hard work, leadership, and everything you’ve contributed to the PWHS basketball program.
Oh, and off the court...he's a great student and an all-around joy to have at PWHS. He will be missed.
Join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor! 👏
Huge congratulations to Cal Loose on being named to the WBCA Division 2 All-State Team!
Cal, a 6'2” senior, was a major catalyst for our Port Washington High School team during an incredible season. He helped lead the Pirates to a stellar 25-2 record, an outright Glacier Trails Conference championship, and a WIAA Regional Championship!
Check out these senior season stats:
🔥 17.3 Points Per Game
🏀 4.9 Rebounds
🤝 2.9 Assists
🔒 2.4 Steals
We are so proud of your hard work, leadership, and everything you’ve contributed to the PWHS basketball program.
Oh, and off the court...he's a great student and an all-around joy to have at PWHS. He will be missed.
Join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor! 👏
If you have a child in our school district with an IEP, or if you would like to learn more about PWSSD’s special education programming, we invite you to our Spring 2026 Parent University.
Where?
Lincoln Elementary School Library
When?
6:00 to 7:00 on Thursday, April 16
Meet staff and learn about our special education programming. Topics will include IEP navigation, strategies to be an active member of the IEP team, least restrictive environment, dispute resolution, the referral process, and other special education-related topics.
Where?
Lincoln Elementary School Library
When?
6:00 to 7:00 on Thursday, April 16
Meet staff and learn about our special education programming. Topics will include IEP navigation, strategies to be an active member of the IEP team, least restrictive environment, dispute resolution, the referral process, and other special education-related topics.
The brackets are set and the madness begins TODAY! 🏀🏴☠️
While the rest of the world is focused on their picks, we’re celebrating our own Sweet 16: Reasons We Love PWSSD. Swipe through to see why the Pirate Life is the best life.
#portpride #wearepwssd
While the rest of the world is focused on their picks, we’re celebrating our own Sweet 16: Reasons We Love PWSSD. Swipe through to see why the Pirate Life is the best life.
#portpride #wearepwssd
A huge thank you to Sommer's Subaru Buick GMC in Mequon for helping our continued efforts to modernize our automotive shop. These tool boxes will be outfitted over the coming year to provide our technicians individual work spaces that model real life opportunities in the field.
Music in Our Schools Month continued with the 5th Grade Choir Concert last night. The students did a fantastic job!
Be sure to check out the Festival Choir Concert this Thursday, March 20th at 7p in the PAC.
#wearepwssd #portpride
Be sure to check out the Festival Choir Concert this Thursday, March 20th at 7p in the PAC.
#wearepwssd #portpride
Happy Music in Schools Month!
There is no better way to celebrate the power of music education than by highlighting the incredible talent right here in our hallways. We are beyond proud of our dedicated musicians who poured their hearts into their performances at the district WSMA Solo & Ensemble festival this past Saturday.
The results speak for themselves: our PWHS band and choir students took on 38 different events, and an incredible 23 of those are now advancing to the State festival! CONGRATS and keep up the great work!
There is no better way to celebrate the power of music education than by highlighting the incredible talent right here in our hallways. We are beyond proud of our dedicated musicians who poured their hearts into their performances at the district WSMA Solo & Ensemble festival this past Saturday.
The results speak for themselves: our PWHS band and choir students took on 38 different events, and an incredible 23 of those are now advancing to the State festival! CONGRATS and keep up the great work!
Congratulations to Grady Karrels on reaching an incredible achievement tonight — 1,000 career points!
In a thrilling regional championship game that came down to the very final seconds, Grady was able to hit this milestone right on his home court, making the moment even more special.
History was also made tonight for Port Washington Boys Basketball. For the first time ever, two players in the same season have reached the 1,000 career point milestone. This is a huge accomplishment and something that only a select few players ever achieve.
Grady, we are incredibly proud of you and all the hard work you’ve put in to reach this moment. Congratulations on an amazing achievement!
In a thrilling regional championship game that came down to the very final seconds, Grady was able to hit this milestone right on his home court, making the moment even more special.
History was also made tonight for Port Washington Boys Basketball. For the first time ever, two players in the same season have reached the 1,000 career point milestone. This is a huge accomplishment and something that only a select few players ever achieve.
Grady, we are incredibly proud of you and all the hard work you’ve put in to reach this moment. Congratulations on an amazing achievement!
First graders ventured out to view First Stage’s rendition of Peter Pan and Wendy. The reviews were resoundingly positive with all the children getting “hooked” the moment the curtain opened! (And a little birdie told us that the bus driver was extremely complimentary of our little darlings and their fabulous behavior. Way to go, Lincoln Lions!)
