Thank to Delta Defense for covering the cost of swim lessons at the Kettle Moraine YMCA for any third and fourth grade students in Washington County. See all the details below.
The bowls are made by students, the amazing soup is from more than 20 area restaurants, and the fundraising benefits innovative learning opportunities and experiences for students in the WBSD special education program. During Autism Awareness Month, join us for the 7th Annual Autism Awareness Soup Night on Monday, April 28 from 4-6 p.m. at the East High School cafeteria. This popular event raises additional funds to support the WBSD special education program. See details below.
Over the past several months, the West Bend School District (WBSD) Teaching and Learning Department, along with dedicated math teachers, has been evaluating new math resources for students in grades 6-12. This review process focused on identifying materials that enhance instructional practices and improve student achievement.
After a rigorous screening process and multiple progress reports to the Curriculum Committee of the West Bend School Board, the recommended math resources are:
- Grades 6-8: Illustrative Math – Imagine Learning (Primary Resource)
- Grades 9-12: Illustrative Math – Kendall Hunt (Primary Resource)
Additionally, a separate team has been assessing potential English Language Arts (ELA) resources for fifth grade. The district previously adopted Amplify CKLA (Core Knowledge Language Arts) for grades K-4, with full implementation this past year. As the district transitions to serving fifth grade within elementary schools, aligning ELA instruction across grades K-5 has become a priority.
We encourage families and community members to preview the proposed materials and share their feedback. Both the math resources and English Language Arts resources are available for viewing at the Education Service Center March 31-April 11 and the West Bend Community Library March 31-April 13.
Dates, Times, and Locations:
West Bend School District Education Service Center Roosevelt Room
735 S. Main St.
West Bend, WI 53095
March 31 – April 4
3/31/25 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
4/1/25 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
4/2/25 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
4/3/25 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
4/4/25 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
April 7-11
4/7/25 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
4/8/25 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
4/9/25 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
4/10/25 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
4/11/25 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
West Bend Community Library
630 Poplar St.
West Bend, WI 53095
Materials will be displayed and available on the second floor. Please check in with the second floor circulation desk.
March 31-April 6 and April 7-13
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday- 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday - Closed
The West Bend School District's 4K program has two nature-based programs that are both operated in partnership with the Kettle Moraine YMCA. Students in these 4K programs spend two days a week at a regular 4K location and two days a week at a nature site. In fall 2025, the program that is currently held at Holy Trinity and Riveredge Nature Center in Newburg will move the nature-based portion of the program to the West Bend School District Outdoor Science Education Center, located across River Road from the high schools building. The other program is held at Trinity Lutheran and Camp Silver Brook in West Bend.
Review the Early Learning Program website to find more information and to enroll in 4K.
Learn more about the West Bend School District Outdoor Science Education Center and nature-based program:
Learn more about Camp Silver Brook nature-based program:
Wow! The community supports our students in so many ways. On May 6, more than 145 West Bend East and West seniors received scholarships from local foundations, individuals and families, businesses, civic organizations, and more during the annual scholarship event. In total, the amount of local scholarships reached more than $900,000.
The local COLUMNS organization awarded numerous scholarships of its own and it also administers a large number of local scholarships for post-secondary education at four-year and two-year colleges, universities, and technical schools. Review the full list of scholarship winners and view the video for the winners as well.
All students in grades K-12 (in person and virtual through West Bend Virtual Academy) receive a district-owned Chromebook for student use during the school year. Even if the family has its own laptop, we ask that you get the Chromebook for the student as they will use it while in the school (with in person instruction) and it will be used for testing and assessment.
Hot Spots
If you are in need of a district hot spot to support your student’s instruction for the 23-24 school year, please complete the form linked HERE. Hot spots will be made available on a first come first served basis. Please note that hot spot data is limited and should only be used for instructional purposes only.
Insurance for Chromebook
As part of the 1:1 device program, the district provides insurance on the device. The insurance covers accidental breakage and repair on the device, charging cord, and case. The insurance does not cover intentional damage and lost or non-returned devices.
Chromebooks for all K-12 students are part of the district's education plan to guarantee that each child has the correct access and tools to support learning. Please see more information below:
