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Discovery World Museum Field Trip
by: Mindy Binnie
Discovery World is Milwaukee’s premier, non-profit science and technology center for the whole family. Our 120,000 sq. ft. center offers fun and educational experiences and features interactive exhibits, the Reiman Aquarium, and other exciting activities. The unique, hands-on exhibits and programs focus on two areas – technology and freshwater sciences. We want to light the spark of curiosity in your kids. We want to inspire them to become the next generation of engineers, designers, scientists, innovators, community leaders, and makers. We want you and your family to explore, learn, create, and have fun. Join us at Discovery World Museum for a day of fun! We will meet at the Main Entrance at 10am for admittance and collections of lunches. Please arrive by 10 am. There is no late admittance allowed, so if you arrive after 10 am you will be asked to purchase tickets at full price for the day. Once tickets have been distributed, you and your families are welcome to explore the museum. LUNCH: We have the use of the lunch room at 11:00, 11:30, or 12:00. You will be split into groups at arrival and will need to report for lunch at your scheduled time. If you do not want to bring lunch from home, there is a cafe. The Downtown Kitchen Express offers a variety of grab and go items including a selection of favorites such as pizza, hot dogs, pretzels, salads and sandwiches, all packaged to go. Tickets are $8 for students and $9 for parents. This will provide access to the Discovery World exhibits and the aquarium. PARKING: Parking at Discovery World is available for purchase for $10 up to 3 weeks in advance. Each family is responsible for parking costs. Please visit: https://www.discoveryworld.org. If you purchase parking, your vehicle must be removed from Discovery World’s underground parking garage by the end time listed on your parking ticket. Discovery World closes at 4pm. Parking is also available in alternate lots located along Milwaukee's Lakefront. I will send out more information on Parking in January. Tickets are available until Wednesday, December 15th. COVID POLICY: Per the CDC and City of Milwaukee Health Department, regardless of vaccination, everyone is highly encouraged to wear a mask while inside the building.Your health and safety, along with the health and safety of all Discovery World members, guests, volunteers, and staff, is incredibly important. An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting Discovery World you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Continued health and safety practices at Discovery World: -Masks are available upon request. -Please stay home if you are not feeling well or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. -We will continue our enhanced cleaning procedures which include regular cleaning of high touch point areas. -Hand sanitizers are available throughout the museum.
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Elkhorn, WI
Timber Ridge Water Park - 11/19/2021
by: Mindy Binnie
We will be going on a field trip to Timber Ridge to swim! Please arrive by 10 a.m. to check-in and listen to the rules. You can pack a sack lunch to eat outside the water park or purchase lunch to eat in the water park. No outside food or drink is allowed in the water park. One complimentary adult chaperone can attend per family if they are not swimming. Adults who would like to swim must pay the $15 fee. Registering and paying for this trip you are agreeing that you are aware and will follow the face covering and distancing guidelines in place at Timber Ridge Water Park. By registering for this event you are acknowledging and understand that you are responsible for the safety of your children on this parent-led trip. Registering you understand the following: 1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties and 3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. 4. I will not attend the trip if myself or any member of my family has a fever, cold symptoms, is testing for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to anybody diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Elkhorn, WI
Timber Ridge Water Park
by: Sara Tanner
We will be going on a field trip to Timber Ridge to swim! Please show up at 10 a.m. to check-in and listen to the rules. You can pack a sack lunch to eat outside the water park or purchase lunch to eat in the water park. No outside food or drink is allowed in the water park. One complimentary adult chaperone can attend per family. Registering and paying for this trip you are agreeing that you are aware and will follow the face covering and distancing guidelines in place at Timber Ridge Water Park. You do not have to wear a face-covering while in the water and may take it off while eating or drinking, but they are required in all public areas. If you have a medical condition that you can not wear a face covering you will need to notify the front desk at check-in so that they can give you a special wristband so that all the staff is aware of the exemption. By registering for this event you are acknowledging and understand that you are responsible for the safety of your children on this parent-led trip. Registering you understand the following: 1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and 3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. 4. I will not attend the trip if myself or any member of my family has a fever, cold symptoms, is testing for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to anybody diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Timber Ridge Water Park 4/16/21
by: Sara Tanner
We will be going on a field trip to Timber Ridge to swim! Please show up at 10 a.m. to check-in and listen to the rules. You can pack a sack lunch to eat outside the water park or purchase lunch to eat in the water park. No outside food or drink is allowed in the water park. One complimentary adult chaperone can attend per family. Registering and paying for this trip you are agreeing that you are aware and will follow the face covering and distancing guidelines in place at Timber Ridge Water Park. You do not have to wear a face-covering while in the water and may take it off while eating or drinking, but they are required in all public areas. If you have a medical condition that you can not wear a face covering you will need to notify the front desk at check-in so that they can give you a special wristband so that all the staff is aware of the exemption. By registering for this event you are acknowledging and understand that you are responsible for the safety of your children on this parent-led trip. Registering you understand the following: 1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and 3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. 4. I will not attend the trip if myself or any member of my family has a fever, cold symptoms, is testing for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to anybody diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Traxside Skate
by: Sara Tanner
We will be skating at Traxside Skate in Burlington. Face coverings are required. Please inform staff at Traxside if you have a medical exemption. By registering for this event you are acknowledging and understand that you are responsible for the safety of your children on this parent-led trip. Registering you understand the following: 1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and 3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. 4. I will not attend the trip if myself or any member of my family has a fever, cold symptoms, is testing for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to anybody diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Elkhorn, WI
Geneva Youth Camp
by: Sara Tanner
The activity choices will include rock climbing, an inflatable relay, sledding (tubes are provided), and broomball. You may bring Valentine cards for the exchange. Please bring a bag or box with your child's name on it if you plan on participating in the exchange. Face coverings are required unless medically exempt. You may bring a lunch or snack to eat. However, it must be eaten outside the gymnasium. By registering for this event you are acknowledging and understand that you are responsible for the safety of your children on this parent-led trip. Registering you understand the following: 1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and 3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. 4. I will not attend the trip if myself or any member of my family has a fever, cold symptoms, is testing for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to anybody diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Elkhorn, WI
Timber Ridge Waterpark 2/1/21
by: Sara Tanner
We will be going on a field trip to Timber Ridge to swim! Please show up at 10 a.m. to check-in and listen to the rules. You can pack a sack lunch to eat outside the water park or purchase lunch to eat in the water park. No outside food or drink is allowed in the water park. One complimentary adult chaperone can attend per family. Registering and paying for this trip you are agreeing that you are aware and will follow the state face covering and distancing guidelines. You do not have to wear a face-covering while in the water and may take it off while eating or drinking, but they are required in all public areas. If you have a medical condition that you can not wear a face covering you will need to notify the front desk at check-in so that they can give you a special wristband so that all the staff is aware of the exemption. By registering for this event you are acknowledging and understand that you are responsible for the safety of your children on this parent-led trip. Registering you understand the following: 1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and 3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. 4. I will not attend the trip if myself or any member of my family has a fever, cold symptoms, is testing for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to anybody diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Elkhorn, WI
Dancing Horses Holiday Show and Behind the Scenes Tour
by: Sara Tanner
The Dancing Horses Show will start at 12:30. There will be snacks available for purchase to eat during the show and a behind the scenes tour will take place afterwards. By registering, you are aware and will follow the state face covering and distancing guidelines that may exist at the time of this trip. You may take off you face covering while eating or drinking, but they are required in all public areas. If you have a medical condition that you can not wear a face covering you will need to notify the workers at check-in so staff is aware of the exemption. By registering for this event you are acknowledging and understand that you are responsible for the safety of your children on this parent-led trip. Registering you understand the following: 1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While particular rules and personal discipline may reduce this risk 2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of the Released Parties; and 3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm, and loss associated with the Activity, including any injury, harm, and loss caused by the negligence, fault, or conduct of any kind on the part of the Released Parties. 4. I will not attend the trip if myself or any member of my family has a fever, cold symptoms, is testing for COVID-19, or have been recently exposed to anybody diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Elkhorn, WI
Jerry Smith's
by: Sara Tanner
This field trip, weather permitting, includes: Petting Zoo Jumping Pillow Hayride Corn Maze Playground Equipment 1 Unfrosted sugar cookie (apples are substituted for visitors with allergies) 1 Pie Size Pumpkin If you have allergies and would like the apple option please email tannsa@elkhorn.k12.wi.us as right after registering.
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Elkhorn, WI
Dancing Horses Show
by: Sara Tanner
Enjoy a train ride, wagon ride, animal barn petting zoo, and Dancing Horses show. The cost is $12 per person. Please register and pay by 9/20 using this LINK. Space is limited so register early.
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Elkhorn, WI
Green Meadow Petting Farm
by: Sara Tanner
We will be meeting at Green Meadows Petting Farm. Enjoy a day on the farm with your child. Each person attending will receive a pumpkin and a hay ride. Those attending in 2nd grade and under can ride a pony. The farm is fun for all ages. If you want to feed chickens or goats please bring quarters. You may pack a lunch to eat at the picnic tables.
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Elkhorn, WI
Royal Oaks Field Trip
by: Sara Tanner
The typical order of your tour is as follows: an educational talk outside in one of the oak groves, a guided walk out to pick your apples, and then you can pick up your donuts and cider as you leave the orchard area. The trip is $8 for all parents and children attending. This price includes a small bag of apples, cup of cider, and doughnut. Also included are a visit to the petting zoo and playground. Kids 2 and under are free. If you'd like to purchase a doughnut and cider for your child that is 2 years and under you can do so for $2. There is limited space during each time slot so please sign up early. You can choose the 1 p.m. or 2 p.m. time slot.
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Elkhorn, WI
Children's Theater of Madison Peter Pan
by: Sara Tanner
We will be watching Peter Pan at the Children's Theater of Madison at 10 a.m. Please arrive 30 minutes before the show to get seats.
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Elkhorn, WI
EAST Chili & Soup Cook-Off
by: Mindy Binnie
The Chili cook-off is a family-friendly event which promotes a sense of community and support for our students with Autism. Last year around 200 students and their families participated. It was a successful and fun event! The mission of EAST (Elkhorn Autism Support Team) is to provide support, education, and resources while increasing understanding about autism for students, school staff, families, and the community. Our supports include posting monthly tips for staff members to reference, problem-solving and collaborating with staff about the needs of specific students, and developing professional development for teachers, staff and community. The way we collect funds for our TEAM is through our annual Chili & Soup Cook-off, which will be held this coming March 3, 2020 from 5-7 in the Middle School Gym in Elkhorn. We have staff make up their favorite chili or soup and bring it to the cook-off for the community and staff to purchase and enjoy while supporting our Autism Team. In addition to the chili ticket sales, we have a raffle and live auction of different items and baked goods to help raise additional funds for our organization.
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Elkhorn, WI
West Side and OPtions Glow Run!
by: Mindy Binnie
***As of Friday, February 20th, you may still register for the GLOW RUN, but we cannot guarantee a t-shirt for the race. It may be delivered after. *** This year's featured fun run/walk will again be a Glow Run! The Glow Run will take place at the High School on Friday, March 13th, 2020. Fundraising will take place from Tuesday, January 20, 2020 until Friday February 14, 2020. This event has been an important fundraiser for West Side Elementary School with nearly 100% of the proceeds going toward school and classroom projects. This year we are excited to invite OPtions Virtual Charter School students to run with us and we will be sharing a percent of the profits with OPtions. West Side Elementary will be using their profits to continue to fund classroom resources and assemblies in order to reach all students in the school. OPtions Virtual Charter School will be using their profits to fund classroom resources and assemblies for all OPtions students and families. $30 registration is due by Friday, February 14, to receive a T-shirt to wear to the Run! After February 14th, you will earn a shirt which will be delivered after the race. Donations can be delivered to West Side Elementary School or OPtions Virtual Charter School, or they made be completed online. **If you are donating to a specific student online, please type their full name in the "Referral code / email (optional)" line or in the notes section when you pay. Most prizes will be awarded the week of the race so students have them to wear during the race. If donations are raised after February 14, they will count toward prize levels, but we cannot guarantee prizes will be delivered in time for the race. If this is the case, prizes will be delivered to participants as soon as they are available. Post-race refreshments will be available for participants. For additional information, call Mrs. Binnie at (262)723-1696.
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Elkhorn, WI
Timber Ridge
by: Sara Tanner
We will be going on a field trip to Timber Ridge to swim! You can pack a sack lunch to eat outside the water park or purchase a lunch to eat in the water park. There are locker rooms and life jackets available. No outside food or drink are allowed in the water park. There is one complimentary adult chaperone can attend per family.
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Elkhorn, WI
Milwaukee Nutcracker Ballet
by: Sara Tanner
We will be watching the Milwaukee Ballet perform The Nutcracker! The show starts at 11 a.m. It is recommended that you arrive 30 minutes early to find your seats.
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Elkhorn, WI
EAST sale
by: Mindy Binnie
EAST is selling shirts, magnets, stickers, and bracelets to raise money for the team. The money is used to support our mission. The mission of the Elkhorn Autism Support Team (EAST) is to provide support, education, and resources while increasing understanding about autism for students, school staff, families, and the community. Please consider purchasing a shirt, magnet, or bracelet and show your EASD and EAST pride! Magnets, bracelets, stickers, and purple t-shirts are available and will be delivered as soon as possible. Grey t-shirts and white pullovers need to be ordered and printed, so they should be available 2-3 weeks after the sale ends. Cash or check can be sent to Mindy Binnie at OPtions. Please contact Mindy Binnie at binnmi@elkhorn.k12.wi.us if you have any questions. Shirt design was created by one of our own EASD students.
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Elkhorn, WI
Apple Barn Field Trip
by: Sara Tanner
We will be touring the Apple Barn. The cost of the trip is $8 per person including adults. Each person will receive a bag of apples, pumpkin, doughnut, cup of apple cider, and hayride. You'll watch a video on apple orchards and tour the store. There is an old fire truck kids can play on afterwards.
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Elkhorn, WI
2018-19 OPtions Yearbook
by: HARRIETT PETERSON
2018-19 School Year!! Cost: $15.00 Form and payment deadline: May 24th Earliest Pick up date: June 7th Credit/Debit payment can be made online through Classmunity. Because there are so many activities and photo opportunities in May, yearbook will be submitted to print on Friday, May 24.
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Elkhorn, WI