North Crawford School District

🎄 Holiday Dress-Up Days Next Week! 🎄

Middle and High School students — get ready to show your festive spirit!
Check out the poster below for our dress-up days happening next week. Each day has a fun theme, and we encourage everyone to participate!

Let’s bring some holiday cheer to North Crawford as we count down to winter break!

The Middle and High School Holiday Concerts are cancelled for this evening, and rescheduled for next Wednesday, December 17th. The Middle School will start at 6:30, followed by the High School at 7:30. Thank you for your flexibility.

Due to the continued slippery road conditions, the North Crawford School District will be closed today, Wednesday, December 10th.

The North Crawford School District will run on a 2 hour delay today, Wednesday, December 10th.

Due to impending weather, all after-school activities are canceled today. This includes:

Varsity boys’ game vs. Ithaca

Middle school game at La Farge

All athletic practices

Beyond the Bell

Homework Help

Any other after-school events or activities

Please plan accordingly and travel safely.

North Crawford Middle School – Exemplary Student Awards

North Crawford Middle School is proud to recognize our students who earned the Exemplary Student Award for the first quarter. These students consistently demonstrate outstanding learning behaviors, responsibility, and a positive classroom attitude.

Students were nominated by their teachers in two categories:

Active Learning: Taking initiative, participating meaningfully, and contributing to group work.

Attitude: Demonstrating curiosity, positivity, and a willingness to learn and collaborate.

Students who received four total nominations from their grade-level teachers earned the Exemplary Student distinction.

6th Grade Exemplary Students
Charlie Coleman
McKenzie Dobson
Olivia Durst
Ivy Huber
Jed Jones
Eeden Kasinskas
Lee McCarn
Audrey Munson
Brooklyn Pettit
Kami Pugh
Emma Quandahl
Hayley Stussy
Adrianna Yoder

7th Grade Exemplary Students
Daisy Alexander
Carter Baumeister
Weston Braun
Jace Brockway
Elias Dudgeon
Ella Eitsert
Kendal Seiser
Nathan Stubbs
River Swiggum

8th Grade Exemplary Students
Jackson Butler
Brennen Fradette
Sophia George
Ava Hady
Nora Kvigne
Braylen Logue
Luz Miranda
Lochland Sailer
Michael Schumacher
Sophia Stussy

Congratulations to all of our Exemplary Students. We are proud of your effort, attitude, and leadership in the classroom.

North Crawford High School – Term 1 Honor Roll Announced

North Crawford High School is proud to recognize our students who earned Honor Roll, High Honors, or Highest Honors for Term 1. These students have demonstrated hard work, dedication, and academic excellence in the classroom.

Honor Roll (Term 1 GPA)

Grade 12: Landen Blaha, Cullen Jacobus, Adrianna Logue
Grade 11: Brielle Deckert, Braelle Jerrett, Alec Mulholland
Grade 10: Leo Hatlan, Gracie Jones, Chloe Kvigne, Caleb Maker, Amileny Martinez, Ariel Staum, Camden Unseth
Grade 9: Joseph Lindsley, Kaylee McBride, Aurora Olson, Harper Salmon

High Honors

Grade 12: AyJay Anderson, Brooklyn Bankes, Rileigh Bromeland, Olivia Eick, Gavin Finnell, Ethan Groom, Nora Mahan, Mitchell Mickelson, Lila Quandahl
Grade 11: Carson Eckert, Abbigayle Heisz, Kylie Hutchison, Bea Moran, Shalee Nelson, Julia O’Dell, Haydyn Pettit, Carter Rogers, Sawyer Stluka, Thurgood Welsh, Gina Yonker
Grade 10: Liliana Hagen, Addysyn McCann
Grade 9: Kayla Bankes, Olivia Barlow, Alyson Bromeland, Phinehas Dudgeon, Emma Durst, Brandi Espinoza, Amelia Huber, Rowan Kandler, Taemin Moran, Aidyn O’Kane, Brandin Pugh

Highest Honors

Grade 12: Leonard Barfuss, Conner Durst, Brooklyn Eitland, Kaylee Fisher, Francesco Petrilli, Gavin Tamling, Kindohl Tamling
Grade 11: Zackary Bender, Dalton Ewing, Kiana Fisher, Jada Grimsled, Franky Groom Frey, Quentin Huber, Abigail Jorgensen, Lena Schmidt, Hunter Smith
Grade 10: Jameson Adkins, Ingrid Carstens, Chase Danielson, Dakota Heister, Kaylee Jelinek, Lilli Pettit, John Powell, Reese Seiser, Landry Stluka, Paige Wilson
Grade 9: Felix Stanton

Congratulations to all of our North Crawford High School students who worked hard and earned this recognition. We are proud of your achievements!

Attention FFA and Spanish Club members! Your fruit will be delivered on Thursday morning. Please arrange for it to be picked up immediately after school on Thursday. Thank you!

SPEAK UP, SPEAK OUT INTRODUCTION FOR STUDENTS

North Crawford students are learning about Speak Up, Speak Out (SUSO), Wisconsin’s statewide school safety reporting system designed to help keep students safe.

High school students received the presentation today during homeroom.
Middle school students will receive the same presentation before Christmas break.

SUSO provides students with a safe, confidential way to report concerns at any time, including bullying, threats to safety, self-harm, or any situation where someone may need help. It adds an additional layer of support while complementing the strong relationships students already have with our staff.

Families can learn more about SUSO by visiting the Wisconsin DOJ website:
https://speakup.widoj.gov/

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

DID YOU KNOW?

Expanded access to energy savings is now available for our community. Focus on Energy IRA Energy Rebates are now open, and many households who have never qualified for weatherization in the past may now be eligible. This opportunity can make home energy-efficiency upgrades more affordable for both renters and homeowners.

This is a whole-home, performance-based rebate program. Households that qualify under 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) can receive a free energy assessment to determine potential energy savings. The greater the projected savings, the higher the rebate. Homes that are projected to save 35% or more may qualify for rebates up to $10,000 toward project costs.

Examples of household income limits in Crawford County:

Household of 1: Up to $52,000 per year

Household of 4: Up to $74,250 per year

Individuals or families who utilize Heating Assistance, SNAP, or certain other programs may also automatically qualify.

To learn more, visit:
https://couleecap.org/need-help/energy-services-home-weatherization/energy-rebates/

For direct assistance, contact:
IRARebates@couleecap.org
or 1-866-904-4508

Second Harvest Coming Early

Second Harvest will be in Gays Mills on Wednesday, December 17, arriving one week earlier than usual to help families prepare for the holidays.

Location: 212 Main Street
Time: Please arrive no earlier than 1:30 PM. Distribution will run from 2:00–3:00 PM.

With snow already on the ground, it’s a great time to stock up on hearty, easy-to-prepare meals. When you arrive, Harry will direct traffic. At the greeter station, please share:

The number of households you're picking up for

The number of people in each household

Any items from the selection list you do not want

Please have your trunk open so the crew can load your food quickly and efficiently, helping you get on your way.

We are grateful for the generosity and high-quality food selection provided by Second Harvest. In November, the Gays Mills site served food for 300 households.

For questions, please contact JoAnn Gonos at (608) 872-2583.

Tech Tips for Families: Screen Time Tips for 5–7-Year-Olds

Children aged 5 to 7 are developing independence with technology—more gaming, more videos, and more online interaction—so balanced guidance matters. Internet Matters provides practical advice to help parents support healthy screen habits:

Keep daily screen time to around 2 hours and make sure children get at least 60 minutes of physical activity.

Know what they’re doing online—many kids this age are watching videos or playing games.

Be aware of popular apps like YouTube, Netflix, Disney+, and WhatsApp.

Encourage regular breaks and stay engaged in what your child is doing online.

Create a healthy mix of screen activities that are creative, educational, and interactive.

Click this link for more: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/screen-time-tips-to-support-5-7-year-olds/

First graders enjoyed a special visit from PA Tammy Pedretti from Kickapoo Valley Medical Clinic. We reviewed all we learned about our body systems and the five keys to health. Thank you, Tammy, for taking time to share your knowledge with us!

Electricity from potatoes- 8th grade science

📣 The North Crawford Floral Shop is officially ready to take your holiday orders! 🎄💐
Place your order here: https://form.jotform.com/253373474997171

Floral arrangements make perfect teacher gifts—and we can even deliver them right to the classroom! 🌟

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Knutson at mknutson@ncrawford.k12.wi.us
or 608-735-4318 ext. 191.

🌺 Looking for something sooner?
We still have a few arrangements available today in the high school office!

🏀 And don’t forget—there will be a self-serve floral table tonight at the boys basketball game! Stop by and take home something beautiful.

Thank you for supporting our student-led floral shop! 💛💙

🎄🌺 Holiday Floral Alert! 🌺🎄 Our FFA students have been busy preparing beautiful Christmas floral arrangements — and we can’t wait to share them with you! Stay tuned for our Christmas Arrangement Pre-Order, featuring festive vases and gorgeous poinsettias. ✨ BONUS! The sample arrangements shown are available for purchase this week — perfect for bringing a little holiday cheer home early! If you’re interested in purchasing a sample or want more information, please contact Ms. Knutson at: 📞 608-735-4318 ext. 191 📧 mknutson@ncrawford.k12.wi.us Support our students and brighten your home this holiday season! 🎁🌿 — North Crawford FFA

🍓 Today our ag students harvested fresh hydroponic strawberries from the school greenhouse—yes, even in December! Our hydroponic system allows students to learn hands-on about controlled environments, nutrient management, and year-round food production. Proud of their hard work and excited to keep growing! 🌱

Tech Tips for Families: Gaming Guide for Teens

Teenagers are deeply connected to the world of gaming, from consoles and apps to live streams and social play. Internet Matters’ Gaming Guide for Teens provides practical advice to keep gaming safe, healthy, and fun:

Balance is key – Encourage a healthy mix of screen time, sleep, schoolwork, and offline activities.

Be mindful of “Let’s Play” videos – These can include mature content or offensive language, so watch together when possible.

Know PEGI ratings – Use game ratings to guide appropriate choices, even as teens push boundaries.

Talk about risks – Remind them to protect personal information, be cautious about online friendships, and avoid toxic behavior.

Model healthy habits – Play games together, set screen time expectations, and encourage regular breaks.

Set a family gaming agreement – Create shared rules on what games are okay and when they can be played.

Share the “Stop, Speak, Support” code – A simple way to help teens handle cyberbullying in gaming.

Click this link for more: https://www.internetmatters.org/resources/gaming-guide-for-teens/