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Starbuck Families,

We are excited to invite you to our Starbuck Middle School Talent Show on Wednesday, October 28th at 5:00 PM! Come join us for a fun evening of music, dance, and amazing performances from our talented students.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 28th

🕠 Time: Show begins at 5:00 PM (Doors open at 4:45 PM)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Please note: Students must be accompanied by an adult to attend.

Students participating in the Talent Show will stay after school for final preparations and will be provided dinner before the performance.

We kindly suggest a $3 donation at the door. All proceeds support the Music Department’s Spring Field Trip to Trills and Thrills, along with other music events throughout the school year.

Thank you for your continued support. We can't wait to see you there!
1 day ago, Starbuck MYP Coordinator
Starbuck Talent show Flyer
🎉🏆 EXCITING NEWS, PHOENIX FAMILY! 🏆🎉

We are incredibly proud to announce that Starbuck International K-8 has been recognized as a National PTA School of Excellence! 🌟

This prestigious national recognition celebrates schools and PTAs that build strong family-school partnerships to support student success. With only a few hundred schools across the country receiving this recognition, we are especially proud to see our Starbuck community celebrated on a national level!

🧡 This recognition belongs to our AMAZING PTSA and families!

Our PTSA goes above and beyond to make Starbuck a better place for ALL students. Just look at some of the incredible things they do:

📚 Keep our elementary book vending machine stocked so students can receive a book on their birthdays!

🎉 Organize and fund grade-level celebrations and social events that bring students together.

🎒 Provide every grade level with additional funds for classroom supplies, field trips, and experiences that our school budget cannot always cover.

📖 Host Scholastic Book Fairs, coordinate community Dine & Donate events, sell concessions at athletic events, and organize fundraisers to support our students.

💛 Most recently, they even secured a grant to help us create The Middle Ground Room, a new space designed to foster belonging and connection for our middle school students. Stay tuned for more exciting news about this space later this year!

These are just a few examples of the countless ways our PTSA and families invest their time, energy, and resources into making Starbuck an incredible place to learn and grow.

🎊 JOIN US FOR OUR NATIONAL RECOGNITION CELEBRATION!

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM (Noon)
📍 Starbuck International K-8 Auditorium

We are excited to celebrate alongside our district superintendent, school board members, community leaders, and special guests as we officially receive this recognition!

We recognize that October 29 is also an elementary parent-teacher conference day, so our PYP students will not be in session. However, we warmly invite any families and community members who are available to join us for this special occasion!

To our PTSA leaders, volunteers, families, and everyone who has supported these efforts: THANK YOU! This recognition is a reflection of what happens when schools and families work together with a shared commitment to students.

🧡 We are so proud of our Phoenix community!

🔥 Together We Rise! Watch Us Rise!

#NationalPTASchoolOfExcellence #StarbuckInternationalK8 #PhoenixPride #FamilyEngagement #PTSAProud #WatchUsRise
9 days ago, Sara Wroblewski
PTA School of Excellence celebration flyer

🎃👻 FAMILY FUN NIGHT IS THIS THURSDAY! 👻🎃

Phoenix Families, get ready for a SPOOK-TACULAR evening of fun at Starbuck International K-8!

📅 Thursday, October 15
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Starbuck International K-8

Bring the whole family and enjoy:

🎳 Pumpkin Bowling
🔢 Hands-on Math Games & Challenges
👻 Haunted Courtyard
🎯 Spooky Games & Activities
🍬 Food & Sweet Treats
🏆 PTSA Costume Contest!

Costumes are encouraged! Come dressed to impress, but remember that costume weapons (including pretend ones) are NOT permitted.

⚠️ IMPORTANT FAMILY REMINDER: Students must go home after school and return with a parent or responsible adult. Students cannot be dropped off, and an adult must remain with them throughout the entire event.

🙋 WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS!

We are still looking for helping hands to run several activity stations and make this evening a success! If you're available Thursday evening, please consider signing up to volunteer. Even a little of your time makes a big difference!

👉 Volunteer Sign-Up

We can't wait to see our Phoenix families come together for an evening of laughter, learning, and Halloween fun!

🧡 Watch Us Rise! 🔥

#StarbuckInternationalK8 #FamilyFunNight #PhoenixPride #WatchUsRise

9 days ago, Sara Wroblewski
We would like to share our school's languages and heritage on a bulletin board in our PYP. Please read the attached letter. Remember to send a photo! 📸 Gracias!
9 days ago, COLLEEN STRAIN
This is a flyer asking families to share their home languages/heritage.
🌎♻️ Help Us Keep Composting, Phoenix Families! 🌱

Did you know that Starbuck has already diverted 263 pounds of food waste from landfills through our school composting efforts? That's 263 pounds of food waste being turned into something good for our planet! 🌎💚

We need your help to keep it going!

🛍️ We are collecting brown paper grocery bags to use in our cafeteria composting bins.

If you have extra brown paper bags at home from grocery shopping, please consider sending them to school with your student. Every bag helps us continue making a positive impact on our environment!

Thank you for supporting our students as they take action to care for our planet! 🌱

🔥 Small Actions. Big Impact. Watch Us Rise!

#StarbuckInternationalK8 #IBInAction #Composting #Sustainability #WatchUsRise
10 days ago, Sara Wroblewski
🌎🍂 Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day 🍂🌎

Today, Starbuck International K-8 recognizes and celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day!

As an IB World School, we believe in honoring diverse cultures, learning from different perspectives, and understanding the history of the world around us.

We acknowledge that the land on which our school and community stand is the ancestral homeland of Indigenous peoples who lived here, cared for this land, and built communities long before us. Their cultures, histories, and contributions are not just part of the past—they remain vibrant and important today.

As we reflect on our own family histories and the many journeys that have brought people to this community, we also recognize that Indigenous peoples are the original stewards of this land.

May today remind us of the importance of respect, understanding, gratitude, and learning from one another.

🧡 Different histories. Shared humanity. A commitment to honoring all.

🔥 Watch Us Rise!

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #StarbuckInternationalK8 #IBWorldSchool #RespectAndUnderstanding #WatchUsRise
10 days ago, Sara Wroblewski
Wisconsin map and tribe locations

📚 Starbuck Book Fair is THIS WEEK—Oct. 5–9!

Students will preview Monday and may shop with a teacher pass Tues.–Fri. Families can send money or set up a Scholastic eWallet—link below. We also need WINGS-approved parent volunteers! Please consider signing up for a shift (or two!) to help make our Book Fair a success. 📖❤️

Book Fair/eWallet


Volunteer Sign-Up

WINGS Approval

18 days ago, Sara Wroblewski
👻 Candy, Costumes, and Calculations! 🧮🍬

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun and learning! Join us for an exciting night filled with sweet treats, awesome costumes, and hands-on math activities.

📅 Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Starbuck International K-8

Bring your best costume, bring your math skills, and let’s make learning fun! This event is FREE for Starbuck families.
20 days ago, Starbuck International K-8
Candy, Costumes, and calculations event flyer
🎃👻 LET THE SPOOK-TACULAR EVENTS BEGIN👻🎃

Get ready, Starbuck family! 🧡❤️ Our cheer team is hosting our very first Trunk or Treat! We’re ready for an afternoon full of costumes, candy, and Halloween fun! 🎃🍬

🚗 Want to participate? Decorate your trunk and join the fun!

🎃 All participants must decorate a "trunk" to participate. All adults handing out candy must be WINGS-approved. Fill out the 2026-2027 school year WINGS application here:

English: https://orders.theorsusgroup.com/c/p/unsolicited_portal?guid=5eyxqK8h4EzGKrIvinqpcdIZy9rpZM4I

Spanish: https://orders.theorsusgroup.com/c/p/unsolicited_portal?guid=4G5dxsX2bsbPCmKISRojDsk5BhwdJdIY


🍬 Trunk hosts, please come prepared with 200+ pieces of candy to share with our students.


👻 Students and families—come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and enjoy the festivities!

📅 October 22nd
⏰ 5:30 pm- 7:30 pm
📍 Starbuck International K-8

We want to see our Starbuck Phoenix family there! 🧡❤️🔥

Sign up below!⬇️

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefNPZGO6pdkiqbq-EPZxYxsd2cvnlGBusXqA73l2Zo8uz0Yg/viewform


#StarbuckPhoenix #StarbuckInternationalK8 #TrunkOrTreat #HalloweenAtStarbuck #PhoenixPride #SchoolCommunity #HalloweenFun
23 days ago, COLLEEN STRAIN
This is an invitation to join us at our Trunk or Treat event for cheer.
Trunk or Treat flyer.

♻️🌎 Our Phoenixes are making an impact! We are so proud to see Starbuck’s student composting program featured on TMJ4! What began with our 4th graders last year has grown to include students in grades 3–5, giving even more Phoenixes the opportunity to take meaningful action for our environment.

Check out the story below and hear directly from our students about how they are helping make their school, community, and world a better place. This is IB in action! 🔥💚

📺 Watch the story here: Starbuck Students Bring Racine Composting Program to School Lunch Periods

29 days ago, Sara Wroblewski
♻️ Starbuck’s Composting Program Featured on TMJ4!

Three of our 5th and 6th grade students, Desmond, Leela, and Colin, were interviewed by Lauren from TMJ4 today about Starbuck’s student composting program. They shared how the program began, how students participate, and why this work is important.

Our composting program began with 4th grade last year and has expanded to grades 3–5 this year. We are so proud to see our Phoenixes taking action to improve their community and the world!

📺 Watch for our students on TMJ4 during tomorrow morning’s 6:00 a.m. news! The story should also be available on the TMJ4 website afterward.

Watch Us Rise! 🔥🌎
30 days ago, Sara Wroblewski
Reporter from TMJ4 and students Colin, Desmond, and Leela with the composting bin
Countdown to our Peace Celebration! 7 Days...🕊️☮️
about 1 month ago, COLLEEN STRAIN
This is a flyer sharing information about our upcoming Peace Day Celebration.
This is a flyer sharing information about our upcoming Peace Day Celebration.
🥞 Dads & Father Figures! Bring your child for a morning of breakfast, fun, and connection at Starbuck International K-8!

Strengthen your bond with your child at this FREE All Pro Dad event before the school day begins.

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, Oct. 20th
⏰ Time: 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM
📍 Location: Starbuck International K-8
💵 Cost: FREE!

🚨 Spots are limited! Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to reserve your family’s spot today! 👇
🔗 RSVP Here: https://allprodadchapters.com/chapters/16605/chapter_meetings/74738/rsvp
about 1 month ago, Starbuck International K-8
All Pro Dad Breakfast flyer in English
All Pro Dad Breakfast flyer in Spanish

📸 SMILE, PHOENIXES! PICTURE DAY IS COMING!

Mark your calendars! Starbuck Picture Day is Wednesday, September 30! 📅

After Picture Day, families will receive an email from Visual Image Photography (VIP) when student photos are ready to view online. You can also visit vipis.com shortly after photos are taken to find your gallery. All orders are placed online and delivered directly to your home. See how with these instructions: Photo Viewing Instructions

⭐ Don't forget: Families will also have the opportunity to select their student's yearbook photo, so be sure to make your selection before one is selected for you.

Get those outfits ready, practice those smiles, and mark September 30 on your calendar! 📸🧡🔥

about 1 month ago, Sara Wroblewski
How to View and order photo flyer

🥋 NEW AFTER-SCHOOL OPPORTUNITY: TAE KWON DO!

We’re excited to offer an After-School Tae Kwon Do program at Starbuck for students ages 7–12!

Students will learn introductory martial arts skills while building confidence, focus, respect, discipline, and perseverance in a fun and encouraging environment. No previous experience is needed!

📅 Tuesdays: Sept. 22, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, Oct. 13 & Oct. 20
⏰ 3:50–4:30 PM
📍 Meet in the foyer outside the main lobby
💲 $50 per child
👧🏽👦🏽 Ages 7–12

Students will even have the opportunity to finish the program with a Tae Kwon Do graduation at Chay’s Tae Kwon Do, where they can demonstrate what they’ve learned and break a board! 🥋💥

To enroll: Complete the waiver, and return the waiver and payment to the Starbuck main office. Waivers can be accessed through this link: WAIVER LINK and are also available in the main office. The waiver may also be emailed to chaystkdadam@gmail.com.

Check out the attached flyer and waiver for all the details. Space may be limited, so interested families are encouraged to sign up!

about 1 month ago, Sara Wroblewski
Chae's Tae Kwon Do flyer

🎪🎟️ THE CARNIVAL IS COMING TO STARBUCK! 🎟️🎪

Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for a day of fun at the Starbuck International Circus Carnival!

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 Starbuck International K-8 | 1516 Ohio Street
🎟️ $15 per wristband – open to ALL ages!

Come enjoy unlimited games, bounce houses, prizes, face painting, raffles, concessions, local vendors, and more! 🎪🎈

Purchase your wristbands ahead of time here:
https://starbuck.givebacks.com/shop

Please note: This is not a drop-off event. An adult must remain with children throughout the carnival.

Invite your family and friends—we can’t wait to see our Phoenix community there! 🧡🔥

about 1 month ago, Sara Wroblewski
Carnival Flyer with QR Code to purchase wristbands.
🕊️Please join us for our annual International Day of Peace celebration on Friday, Sept. 18th, at Starbuck International 4K-8. Details are in the attached letter. A flyer will also be sent home with your child.☮️
about 2 months ago, COLLEEN STRAIN
This is an invitation to join us at our Peace Day celebration on Sept. 18th.
This is the same invitation in Spanish.
🎉 Thank You for a Fantastic First Week, Phoenix Families! 🧡🔥

Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and partnership during our first week! Arrival is running smoothly, and we will continue working to improve the flow of dismissal.

🚗 Please remember: Do NOT exit your vehicle while in the pickup line. If you want to walk up to meet your child, please park in the lot or legally on a surrounding street first. Thank you to our middle school families using the south side/Ohio Street pickup area for students and siblings—it really helps!

⏰ Morning Schedule: Doors open at 8:05. K–2 report to the Elementary Gym, 3–5 to the Elementary Cafeteria, and 6–8 to the Middle School Cafeteria. At 8:17, students transition to class. Instruction begins at 8:27, and students arriving after 8:27 are considered tardy.

Beginning next week, K–8 students should independently enter and report to their morning locations. Staff will be there to help! Parents who need to enter the building must report to the main office with a photo ID, sign in, and receive a visitor pass. Our 4K arrival procedure remains the same.

📍 Arrival & Dismissal Procedures: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:f3302471-f4e1-4d50-a3c0-e0ca4ea08da4

🎥 Watch our first Phoenix News of the year: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wwk1i12XqDV1Kjzh2dzq8_VE_eiv_xv1/view?usp=sharing

Thank you for a wonderful first week!

Collective Commitment. Collective Impact. Watch Us Rise! 🧡🔥
about 2 months ago, Sara Wroblewski
✨ Help Our Students Shine – Become a Reading Tutor! ✨

Students who read have the power to succeed. Starbuck International K-8 School is looking for a part-time Reading Corps tutor to help make sure every student becomes a strong reader! 📚

Why Serve with AmeriCorps?
Work directly with students: Spend your days helping small groups of K–3 students boost their reading skills and confidence.

Full support provided: Work alongside an on-site coach using proven, evidence-based activities.

No experience needed! Whether you're a recent grad, career changer, parent, or retiree—you can make an incredible tutor.

Perks & Benefits
💰 Bi-weekly stipend + an Education Award to pay for college tuition or student loans. (Ages 55+ can transfer their award to a child or grandchild!)

🩺 Full-time perks: Free health insurance and childcare assistance.

📅 Flexible start: Positions available for the 2026–27 school year starting this October.

👉 Ready to make a difference? Apply today at Join.ReadingandMath.org!

📲 Questions? Contact the team at Join@Ampact.US or call 866.859.2825.
about 2 months ago, Starbuck International K-8
Calling all young artists!

The Brewers are excited to announce the annual Roberto Clemente Art Contest! One of your students could be the lucky winner and earn a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to:


⚾ Take the field during a special pre-game ceremony or
⚾ Throw out the 1st pitch at the Brewers game on Friday, September 25!

Students are invited to create a piece of art that celebrates Roberto Clemente’s core values:

The importance of helping others
True sportsmanship
Commitment to community
Winning artwork will be recognized on-field at a Brewers game!

Submit entries at brewers.com/clemente

Good luck, and let your creativity shine!
about 2 months ago, Starbuck International K-8
Brewers Roberto Clemente Art Contest flyer