Schools

A staggering number of school districts across Wisconsin have gone to referendum since last April, and another one is joining their ranks.

The next CESA 5 Board of Control meeting will take place at 6 p.m. Jan. 2 at the CESA 5 office, 626 E. Slifer St., Portage.

In August, the local Council of the Knights of Columbus No. 3805 held its annual drive for special education programs. It raised $2,658.22, which was divided between Reedsburg Area High School, Webb Middle School and Sacred Heart School.

The School District of Reedsburg is searching for a new superintendent.

Roger Rindo announced he is retiring, effective June 30, 2025.

He has worked in education for 36 years, 16 of those as a superintendent.

These students achieved academic honors.

5th Grade - A Honor Roll

Kayla Augustamar, Autumn Brandt, Kaleb Daniels, Sarah Gerike, Brody Hadfield, Nolan Jahn, Eloise Keitzman, Cadence Klitzke, GraceAnne Kruse, Charlie Larson, Thomas Maxwell, Lucas Meyer, Emily Nolden, Alexander Ott and Lacey Skinner.

The School District of Reedsburg was recently honored by the Wisconsin School Public Relations Association (WSPRA) with two Spectrum Awards of Excellence for its work in school communications.

Reedsburg Area High School’s National Honor Society is holding its annual Holiday Drive.

Students will collect toys and monetary donations Dec. 2-6. New, unpackaged toys may be dropped off at the school.

The Music Department will host the 43^rd Annual Weston Craft Fair on Nov. 30.

It will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in both gyms at the school district. There will also be concessions available from the Weston Sheep project.

The Den Food Market at Reedsburg Area High School will be open on Nov. 26.

The pantry is open to all students, staff and residents, and there are no income requirements or applications.

The School District of Reedsburg has a double feature up next for audiences.

 “A Trip to the Moon” and “The Big Bad Musical” will be staged at 7 p.m. Nov. 15 and 16 and 2 p.m. Nov. 17 at the CAL Center.