A Newsletter from the School District of South Milwaukee
Superintendent Update
Join us in the School Board room on Wednesday, September 18th at 6:30 p.m. for a budget hearing and the annual meeting.
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.
This updated calendar reflects the new early release times for the elementary schools. It replaces the calendar built before parents responded to a survey about when school should start and end for elementary students.
Sign up for Ballet and Tap, Jazz, and Poms and Tumbling today! Program runs September to April. Depending on the class, ages start at 4 years old and up!
The Recreation Department is seeking community members to solicit and review feedback regarding the potential construction of a South Milwaukee community recreation center.
The committee will look to present a formal report to the school board by the fall of 2025.The committee will comprise roughly 15 people - and will consist of a combination of community members, South Milwaukee School District employees, school board/city representatives, and youth sports leaders.
Do you love working with children? Consider becoming a paraprofessional in the School District of South Milwaukee. Minimum pay is $19/hour. Shifts are 5 to 7.5 hours 4-5 days per week depending on the position. Email jsielaff@sdsm.k12.wi.us for more information or click below.
Help keep students and their families safe and earn a little pocket money, too! The School District of South Milwaukee is looking to hire crossing guards! Pay is $14 an hour, and are needed for and hour in the morning and afternoon five days a week. Contact jsielaff@sdsm.k12.wi.us for more information.
School Nutrition Positions Available
Do you have a few hours available during the morning and afternoon and want to earn some extra pay? Join the school nutrition team at South Milwaukee! Pay starts at $14.75 per hour, depending on experience. Contact Director of School Nutrition Services John Xynos at 414-766-5135
for details.
South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center is proud to present The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra® as part of our 20th Anniversary Performing Arts Series on Saturday, September 28 at 7:00 pm.
Songs for the evening will include I’ve Got a Gal in Kalamazoo, Chattanooga Choo-Choo, Someone to Watch Over Me, Moonlight Serenade and more. The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra® consists of the music director, saxophone players, trumpeters, trombonists, rhythm musicians, and vocalists.
Get your tickets soon and join us before the show for our 20th Season Anniversary Celebration Party starting at 5:30 pm in the first floor commons area. Bring a few bucks for a bite to eat, then enjoy The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra®.
No RSVP required for the party, but supplies may be limited. Show run time is two hours and includes intermission. (Please note that alcoholic beverages are not sold or permitted as we are a school-affiliated performing arts center.)
