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Waller Weekly Newsletter

Posted Date: 02/06/26 (03:02 PM)



Waller Weekly Newsletter
February 6, 2026
February 10 - 100th Day of School!  
The 100th day of school has arrived!  On Tuesday, February 10th, Waller will be celebrating this exciting milestone in a variety of fun ways. Individual teachers will send out specific information if their class has special activities planned.
We have loved watching our students learn and grow over the last 100 days! 
Happy Valentine's Day 
On Friday, Waller will be celebrating Valentines Day!  If there is anything planned in the classrooms, teachers will send home information. 
Students are welcomed to wear hearts or red and white!  
Burlington Dental Arts Visit 1st Grade 

This past week, Burlington Dental Arts visited our first graders to teach them about oral hygiene. They answered the students' questions and led a fun experiment comparing healthy snacks to sugary ones. The kids had a fantastic time learning how to care for their smiles!

 
Kids Heart Challenge 

Hello, Heart Heroes! Are you ready?! Kids Heart Challenge is
coming soon! We have exciting things planned this year to get
us moving, help others and have fun. Get a head start by
signing up today and join the NFL PLAY 60 Family Challenge
by getting active together as a family for 60 minutes a day!
Visit our school page at
http://www2.heart.org/goto/WallerBurlington  or download the AHA Schools app!
More information will be sent out - look for the emails!
Camp Invention
It’s time to reserve your child’s summer spot for Camp Invention! A $25 discount is available through March 31st. A paper copy  will also be sent home in your child’s folder.

Community Ed Classes & Camps 

The following classes & camps are currently being offered by the Burlington Community Education Department, “CED”.

 

  • Cheer Open Gyms for Grades K-5 | Saturdays, Feb. 28-March 21

  • Winter Dance Camp for Grades PreK-5 | T/Th, Feb 17 & 19. Performance on Fri, Feb 20

  • Variety of Sewing Classes, including: Tshirt Quiling Class, Scrappy Doll Hand Sewing, Fabric Weaving, Sewing a Reversible Bucket Hat, Quilting Class

  • Softball ‘Players’ Camp for Grades K thru 8 | Saturday, April 11


Click HERE to see additional details. Click on the name of the class/camp to see the description, location, dates/time, and fee.  Follow us on Facebook for new classes/camps being added, photos, and more!  

Coaching Opportunities Available 


Are you interested in coaching or advising for BASD Athletics, Activities or even Community Education? Apply to our open “job posting” on our jobs portal, WECAN! You are required to set up an account, but it’s free and the application process is quick and easy. This is a great first step in letting the district know your interest and availability. LINK HERE


Save the Date - Waller PTO Dance 
Get ready for the Waller PTO Annual Dance on Friday, February 27th! 
This year, we’re celebrating with a Hawaiian theme! 
Enjoy a photo booth, concessions, and our grade-level raffle baskets along with special experience raffle items.  
Want to help? We are looking for volunteers! Give the main office a call if you’d like to join.
Waller PTO Dance - Raffle Baskets 

Donations Needed
We’re adding more fun to our Family Dance…..RAFFLES!!   We are asking that each student contributes an item according to the grade level themes.  The grade level baskets will be raffled off the night of the dance.

 

  • Kindergarten: Our Hometown (gift certificates to any business in Burlington)

  • 1st Grade: Summer Dreaming (Beach towels, sand/outdoor toys, camping gear, s'mores ingredients)

  • 2nd Grade: Arts & Crafts (crayons, markers, paint, stamps, art kits)

  • 3rd Grade: Wisconsin Sports (balls, outdoor games, sports team shirt/hat, tickets to local sporting events, gift card to a sporting goods store)

  • 4th: Family Night at home (board games, card games, snacks, candy, baking supplies)

All donated items can be brought to school February 2nd - 13th  

NO TIME TO SHOP?  Monetary donations are welcome!  The PTO will use the money to purchase items for your child’s grade level basket.  Please put monetary donations in an envelope with your child’s name and “Raffle Basket” on the envelope.     

Thank you! Waller PTO 

WallerElementaryPTO@gmail.com  

Se Necesitan Donaciones

Estamos agregando más diversión a nuestro baile familiar... ¡¡RIFAS!! Estamos pidiendo que cada estudiante contribuya 

con un elemento de acuerdo con los temas del nivel de grado. Las canastas de nivel de grado se sortearán 

la noche del baile.

 

  • Kinder: Nuestra Ciudad (certificados de regalo para cualquier negocio en Burlington)

  • Grado 1: Sueños de Verano (toallas de playa, juguetes para la arena/exteriores, equipo para acampar)

  • Grado 2: Artes y Artesanías (crayones, marcadores, pintura, kits de arte)

  • Grado 3: Deportes de Wisconsin (pelotas, juegos al aire libre, camiseta/gorra de equipo deportivo, entradas para eventos deportivos locales, tarjeta de regalo para una tienda de artículos deportivos)

  • Grado 4: Noche de diversión familiar (juegos de mesa, juegos de cartas, dulces, bocadillos)

Todos los artículos donados se pueden traer a la escuela del 2 al 13 de febrero.

¿NO HAY TIEMPO PARA COMPRAR? ¡Las donaciones monetarias son bienvenidas! El PTO utilizará el dinero para comprar artículos para la canasta del nivel de grado de su hijo. Coloque las donaciones monetarias en un sobre con el nombre de su hijo y "Canasta de rifa" en el sobre.

¡Gracias!  PTO de Waller

WallerElementaryPTO@gmail.com

Save the Date!  Title I Reading Night - March 5th
You’re invited to Waller’s annual Reading Night! Join us for an exciting evening of games and prizes.
           Paper invitations will be sent home with students on Friday, February 13th. We hope to see you and your family there!


Waller Yearbooks 
 
Just a reminder to order your yearbook!  You will not be able to order after February 27.
The 2025–2026 Waller Yearbook is now available to order!
✨ Cost: $14.25
💻 Ordering: Online only
⏰ Deadline: February 27
Order by clicking the link below or scanning the QR code on the flyer. Don’t miss out on this year’s memories!



Happy Birthday 

Birthday Celebrations - February 2 - 8

Kindergarten:  

Grade 1:  Oliver Soeth, Phenix Mellenthin 

Grade 2:  Eleanor Valen, Corbin Kmetz, Max Vanbeek, Casey Koepsel 

Grade 3:  

Grade 4:  

Staff:   Mrs. Dickinson 

Upcoming Events
 
February 11:  Late Start Wednesday
February 11:  PTO Meeting
February 18 & 19:  Seal-a-Smile 
February 27:  PTO Dance 
February 25:  End of Trimester/Late Start Wednesday 
March 3:  Maker Club / Waller Library 
March 5:  Maker Club / Waller Library
March 5:  Waller Reading Night  
March 11:  Waller Learning Fair
March 23-27:  Spring Break 
April 1:  Late Start Wednesday
April 3: No School 
April 7:  Maker Club / Waller Library
April 9: Maker Club / Waller Library 
Waller Breakfast & Lunch Menu 

            

                  

                          Waller Menu 



Waller Contact Information 

Principal:  Ann Phillips
Administrative Assistant:  Gretchen Hoffman
Health Aide:  Kristine Thomsen
School Counselor:  Melinda Hoffman
Email:  ghoffman@basd.k12.wi.us
Website:  Waller Website
Location:  195 Gardner Avenue, Burlington, WI, 53105
Phone: 262-763-0185




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