The NOW (News of Walden) Walden III Middle & High School
Racine, Wisconsin
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THANKS AND CONGRATULATIONS

Jane Steker Retires

It is with a great sense of appreciation that we congratulate Jane Steker on her retirement from teaching this year. Jane has been an RUSD teacher for 33 years with 18 of those years at Walden. Many of us know her as the high school coordinator, making sure the high school students complete their requirements and finish the R.O.P.E. program. Thanks, Jane, for being such an important part of our students' lives. We wish you all the best as you enjoy your retirement.

All notes of appreciation and best wishes should be delivered to Jane or the office by June 13.

SCHOOL EVENTS AND NOTICES

High School Commencement on Friday

Over 50 Walden seniors will be graduating this Friday, June 6, 6:00 p.m. at the UW-Parkside Communication Arts Theatre. Walden commencement exercises are unique because students are presented by their homegroup teachers and each student has the opportunity to speak to the audience. It's an evening filled with laughter, tears, and lots of hugs. The PTSA hosts a reception following the ceremony.

Congratulations and best wishes to all of the seniors!

Walden Wheels Show

If you enjoy custom and collector cars, stop by Walden's south parking lot on Friday, June 6 for the annual Walden Wheels show. The show runs from 10:30 a.m. to noon.

One of the new Smart cars will make an appearance along with representatives from the Racine police and fire department. Free lunch and door prizes will be provided for all participants courtesy of local businesses.

Action Territory Field Trip for High School

Students in grades 9-11 will have a field trip to Action Territory at I-94 and Highway 50 on Wednesday, June 11. Activities at Action Territory include go-kart rides, miniature golf, bumper boats and cars, laser tag, batting cages, and more.

Middle School Picnic

Middle school students will enjoy an end-of-the-year picnic on Wednesday, June 11.

Eighth Grade Celebration Ceremony and Dance

Because of the initiative of a number of 8th grade students, there will be an 8th grade celebration ceremony on Thursday, June 12, 9:30 a.m., marking the transition from middle school to high school. In the evening, there will be an 8th grade dance from 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Final Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences Next Week

Thursday, June 12 will be a half day of school (dismissal at 10:45 a.m.) with parent-teacher-student conferences in the afternoon. Friday, June 13 will be a conference day.

The PTSA is hosting their fourth staff appreciation luncheon of the year for the staff on June 12.

FUNDRAISING

Market Day Totals for the Year

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Market Day program this year. Our grand total for the year was $3153.44, with half of that going to student groups. At the May sale, Annette's ski club earned $147.44.

Scrip Tips for June 4

Thank you to all the parents, teachers, and staff who supported Walden's scrip program for the year. Every purchase helped make a difference for Walden, and showed your support of academic enrichment programs benefiting the entire school. We appreciate your participation!

Friday, June 6th will be the last day to order scrip for this school year, so plan ahead for your summer purchases. We will be placing one or two additional orders this summer, so you can buy scrip for eating out, groceries, gas, etc.—those regular expenditures that don't go away just because school's out! Details of order dates will be sent through email.

This week's scrip orders are due in the scrip mail box located in the school office by 9:00 AM on Friday, June 6th, with delivery no later than during homegroup on Thursday, June 12th. If you do not want your student to pick up your scrip order, please make arrangements with Pam Heitfeld to pick it up at another time.

You can order scrip online at shopwithscrip.com. Walden's enrollment code is 821C398F11528. Paper order forms are available in the school office. You can also download the forms from our fundraising page on the PTSA website.

Fundraising Totals

	Start of Year	Current
Market Day	0	$3153.44 (1/2 to student groups)
Pick 'n Save Advantage Club Program	0	$352.00
Shillings Pub Pre-Reunion Event	0	PTSA: $446.35 Reunion: $100
Barnes & Noble Bookfair	0	$635.16
Box Tops	$87.70	$525.96
Box Tops for 2008-09	0	$177.60
Campbell's	4115	4,490 (plus a DVD player!)
Kemps Caps	0	832
Dine Out (total for the year)	0	$844.06

June 6, 2008
Issue #38 for 2007-08

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JUNE

• 6
  Scrip orders and delivery
• 6
  Walden Wheels Show, 10:30 a.m.-noon
• 6
  Commencement, 6:00 p.m.
• 11
  High school field trip to Action Territory
• 11
  Middle school picnic
• 12
  School dismisses at 10:45 a.m., conferences in the afternoon
• 12
  8th grade celebration ceremony, 9:30 a.m.
• 12
  Staff Appreciation Luncheon
• 12
  8th grade dance, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
• 13
  Conferences (no regular school)