Rosholt School District

There will be a parent meeting about the cell phone and internet usage policy for the 2025-2026 school year. It will take place THIS THURSDAY April 10th from 7-8 pm in the High School Library. Mr. Larson and a representative from Portage County Health and Human Services will be presenting.

Now Hiring: Rosholt School District is looking for a Head Football Coach for the 2025-2026 Football Season. Those interested should apply at wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/232113

Rosholt School District has an exceptional library program, all thanks to these three librarians. Kelly Holmes, Melanie Lorbiecki and Carol Maes ALWAYS go the extra mile to keep things fun in the library with new STEM projects, new books or other fun adventues such as Read Across America activities, Battle of the Books and more. Happy happy School Librarian Appreciation Day!

Remember to vote today and wear your sticker with pride! Polls are open until 8.

Referendum video number seven. What if the referendum fails? https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YbyH1S3cORbNJL696JdFvOZxKtatQGa7/view?usp=sharing

Referendum video number six: What does the Actual Referendum Question say? (volume on) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dKn62EmqQiru6e-RxBWA4bYXcbNhzq46/view?usp=sharing

Referendum video number five: The Rosholt School District is currently underfunded by $1.7 million in the 2024-25 school year. This video explains why the board decided to ask for $1.99 million over the next 5 years. Remember to press play to start the video. How did the School Board decide the Referendum Amount? https://drive.google.com/file/d/14yWTfnOt8-pp9JSqle1PfqtH7RzWhPu7/view?usp=sharing

Referendum video number four: The information presented in this video is from Baird, a financial services company. This shows the gap in funding between state aid plus local tax revenue and the cost to operate our school after recent years of higher than normal inflation. Why Does the School Need a Referendum? https://drive.google.com/file/d/1stEwORt3DQoEfKPUozNZ4ZCruDzRgu6R/view?usp=sharing

Referendum video number three: The current school funding formula is complex, but there are reasons for the amount of referendums that are now being brought to the voters across our state. Rosholt is not alone. This spring there are 93 questions on ballots around the state. Please press play to start the video. Why Can't Schools Operate within the State Funding Formula? https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FqUMezk09rcxhI9Y1MOvb15B2OAjKWDj/view?usp=sharing

If you cannot attend the public forum in person this evening at 5 pm in the school auditorium, it will be livestreamed on our youtube channel. The presentation will also be on our youtube channel so you can follow along if wish. https://tinyurl.com/5fsnapyu

Referendum video number two: Sometimes there are public questions like “why can’t schools be more like businesses.” This short video tries to answer this question because schools are a people business. Remember to press play to start the video. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R0ug03qyAKuUNmzMGEoXhTx370iVjnqi/view?usp=sharing Why Don't Schools Operate More Like Business?

Hello Rosholt Community. Here is the first video in a series of videos that provide more information about the upcoming referendum. Videos will be posted each day leading up to the vote on April 1st, next Tuesday. Each video is 1-2 minutes in length and answers a specific question. Please press play to view the video and feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. Why Should I Support a School Referendum? https://app.screencastify.com/v3/watch/TAHe0JR0iDbGC4rL6fGQ

Referendum Reminder: Public Forum and Q&A to be held on Thursday, March 27th in the school auditorium at 5 pm.

Tuesday 3/25 we will start the WI Forward Exam. Please be sure your students in grades 4, 6, 8, and 10 have had a good night sleep and some breakfast! And, encourage trying their absolute best! Testing for grade 3 starts on 3/26 and grade 7 will start on April 1. Thank you for your help setting your child up for success!

Apparently too many students wished for another day of break! Rosholt Schools is closed today, Monday, March 24 due to the icy conditions.

Help Rosholt Elementary PTO Pop Some Joy Back into Our School! Rosholt Elementary has been spreading joy one popcorn kernel at a time for years—but now, our beloved popcorn machine has popped its last batch! From school dances and classroom parties to rewards for good behavior, popcorn has been a staple in making school a little more fun for our students. Our PTO is raising funds to purchase a new popcorn maker, and we’re reaching out to our wonderful community for help! Every donation, big or small, will help us continue this tradition of rewarding and celebrating our amazing students. If you’d like to contribute, you can donate the following ways: Venmo (Rosholt Elementary PTO) PayPal (rosholtlelementarypto@gmail.com) Check payable to Rosholt Elementary PTO and mailed to: Rosholt Elementary PTO 346 W. Randolph St. Rosholt, WI 54473 Thank you for helping us keep the popcorn popping for years to come!

Bridging Brighter Smiles will be at Rosholt Schools on March 25th and 26th. Signing up is easy and services are FREE. to Rosholt School District Students . Go to the website or use the QR code to sign up.

Congratulations to these students who were chosen, by a committee to be members of the Rosholt Chapter of the National Honor Society. NHS, founded in 1921 is an organization that recognizes high school students who excel not only in academics but also in leadership, service and character.

Due to the diminishing road conditions and impending weather, Rosholt Schools are closed today, Wednesday, March 5. The America Red Cross blood drive will still take place from 9-2pm if you are able to come donate.

If you are a resident of Rosholt School District, there will be a referendum on your ballot on April 1st. To see the referendum question as it will appear and to learn more, click here. https://www.rosholt.k12.wi.us/page/april-2025-referendum