Join us for a fun evening of sweet treats and community! This special event is for 2nd grade students and their parent/guardian.
📅 Thursday, May 7
⏰ 6:15 – 7:30 PM
📍 PYP Cafeteria & MYP Gym
We look forward to seeing you there for a cool and memorable night!
Dear 4th Grade Families,
We are excited to invite our 4th grade students to a special 4th Grade Party!
📅 Date: May 13
⏰ Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Starbuck International School
This event is for 4th grade students only (no siblings) and will be a drop-off event, meaning families can drop students off at 6:00 PM and pick them up at 7:30 PM.
The party is sponsored by our PTSA and organized by parent volunteers, and we are looking forward to providing a fun opportunity for our students to connect and celebrate together!
👉 Registration is required to attend.
Please use the form below to register your student:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjB4AwuJKESOAgWoMXy6T2HjJZnArcdXsZ3YU2ISdilJChNQ/viewform
We are also looking for parent volunteers to help make this event a success. If you are interested in helping, you can indicate that on the registration form.
We hope all of our 4th grade students can join us for this fun event. Please be sure to register and mark your calendars—we look forward to seeing everyone there!
Thank you!
🗓️ May 4–8
Join us as we focus on “Beyond the Screen: Education, Prevention & Connection” 💬💙
Each day, students will take part in simple, meaningful challenges to support their mental health and well-being:
🧠 Mindful Monday – Try the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique
💬 Talk It Out Tuesday – Have a face-to-face conversation
📵 Wellness Wednesday – Take a screen-free hour
🙏 Thankful Thursday – Share 3 “thank yous”
✨ Feel Good Friday – Practice positive self-talk
These small actions can make a BIG difference in helping students feel calm, connected, and confident.
Let’s work together to support strong minds and kind hearts—both in and out of school! 💙
#ChildrensMentalHealth #BeyondTheScreen #StudentWellness #MentalHealthMatters #MindfulMoments
🏊♀️ 4th Annual Swim & Dive Camp 🏊♂️
Good afternoon, Starbuck families!
We’re excited to share an opportunity for our students to stay active, build confidence, and have fun this summer! The 4th Annual Swim & Dive Camp is open to RUSD students entering 5th–8th grade, and all skill levels are welcome—whether your child is brand new or looking to grow their skills.
📅 Camp Details:
June 15–18, 2026
2:00–3:30 PM
📍 Aquatic Center (7567 Washington Ave, Mt. Pleasant)
This camp is a great way for students to learn from experienced coaches, connect with peers, and enjoy a supportive, engaging environment.
💲 Cost: $50 per student
📝 Registration is open now through June 15
🔗 Sign up here: https://racine.revtrak.net/fundraising/swim-and-dive/
We encourage families to take advantage of this great opportunity for summer learning and fun!
Join the Starbuck PTSA for a Dine & Donate at Panera on Thursday, May 7 from 4–8 PM. It’s an easy way to grab dinner during this busy time of year while giving back to our school community.
📍 Panera - 5304 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI
👉 Show the flyer at the register
👉 Or use code FUND4U when ordering online
Bring your family, invite friends, and help make a difference—one meal at a time!
We’re excited to introduce a new opportunity to strengthen our partnership with families!
Some of our teachers have been trained to offer voluntary home visits as part of a statewide initiative through We Lead Wisconsin. These visits are a chance for your child’s teacher to connect with your family and learn more about your hopes and dreams for your child.
This is not about academics or concerns—it’s about building relationships and working together to support your child.
If your child’s teacher is participating, they will follow up with available dates and times.
If you’re interested in participating, please sign up here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf50-Rlxs_8FiDaVukqGh1svEis_aoVSTuVrwBhutsXDsT8Bg/viewform
We look forward to connecting with you!
Join us as we count down to the end of the school year beginning Tuesday, May 5th. 🏫🎒🚸😎
This is intended for all grades K-8, including staff. 😀😊😀
A printed copy will be sent home with your child's grades K-5 early next week (they are being delivered from our Printshop asap). For middle school, a stack will be in the office for students and staff to pick up.
Our PTA is working to become a National PTA School of Excellence.
This means we want to do an even better job working together with families to support our students.
We’ll be asking for your feedback during the year so we can learn what’s working and what we can improve.
We created our Starbuck International E-Newsletter 🌍 to increase communication between families and our school. It shares what students are learning and what’s happening at Starbuck.
👉 Check it out here: April E-Newsletter
Thank you for being part of our school community.
Omanshi recently earned:
🏆 1st Place in the 2026 Wisconsin Agriculture in the Classroom Essay Contest
🏆 1st Place in the W.I.A.B.E. Writing Contest
What an amazing accomplishment! Her hard work, creativity, and dedication to writing are shining examples of our IB Learner Profile in action.
We can’t wait to see what other amazing writing Omanshi creates next! Keep soaring, Phoenix! 🔥📝
#StarbuckStrong #IBLearners #Thinker #Communicator #PhoenixPride
Families are invited to our Kindergarten Bridge Ceremony on June 5th as we honor our students moving on to first grade!
🕐 Mr. Hansen’s class: 1:00 PM
🕑 Ms. Orr’s class: 2:00 PM
Come cheer on our young learners and celebrate this special milestone together. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙
Yearbook Cover Design Contest
DUE FRIDAY, April 24th!
Please follow the contest parameters below:
Please place your student name, grade, and homeroom number on the back of the contest paper (cardstock)
Materials and media to be used: cardstock paper, use colored pencils or markers (no pastels or watercolors)
No pencil or eraser marks should show through
Dimensions: leave a blank (non-decorated) ½ inch border around page
Design/paper should be vertical (portrait)
Review for spelling and grammar
Some ideas:
IB or global theme
Watch us Rise motto
You Belong Here motto
school colors (burgundy and orange)
school mascot (phoenix) -or- be creative and original!
See Mr. Woosley or the main office with any questions. Winner receives a FREE copy of the 25.26 Yearbook!
Join us for the Chess Piece Summit, proudly hosted by Starbuck Chess Mates! This exciting event brings families together for a day of strategy, learning, and fun.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, there’s something for everyone—friendly matches, engaging activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
🗓️ May 5
⏰ 4:15–5:30 PM
📍 MYP Cafeteria
👉 Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsnLg9TxGr2IDnrk4WBGRWKnsjJZYwbSJCvXaRwJNAC445hQ/viewform
📄 Check the flyer for more information!
💙 Join Starbuck PTSA! 💙
Our PTSA supports our students in so many ways—funding experiences, organizing events, supporting celebrations, and more!
👥 We are looking for volunteers for next year’s board:
President (15–20 hrs/month)
Treasurer (5–6 hrs/month)
Secretary (1–2 hrs/month)
📅 Meets once a month
🤝 Support provided—no experience needed
🗳️ Nominations are happening now!
April: Nominations
May: Voting
July 1: New board begins
🙌 Interested or want to nominate someone? Let us know! Email us at starbuckptsaracine@gmail.com or attend our PTSA meeting Wednesday, April 15 at 5:30pm Via Google Meet: https://calendar.app.google/RuD3hztXqDjQiCEXA
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Help us continue to create amazing opportunities for our students 💙
Join us on Friday, April 24 from 4–6 PM for a fun afternoon of music and dancing!
🕺 Who: All 6th–8th grade students
💲 Cost: $3 per student (cash only)
🎟️ Tickets: Available for purchase during lunch periods next week
🍿 Concessions: Available for purchase (cash only)
📍 Students will stay after school on the day of the dance and report to the MYP cafeteria.
📄 Be sure to check out the flyer for more details!
🙋♀️ We’re looking for volunteers to help make this event a success!
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BAEAA2FA4F8C34-63312159-2026#/
Please note: All volunteers must be Wings approved.
We want to give a big THANK YOU to
✨ Ms. Liebsch (Ms. Elizabeth Liebsch) ✨
Ms. Liebsch supports both our PYP and MYP libraries and helps us:
📖 Find books we love
🔍 Become strong researchers
💡 Grow as thinkers and inquirers
💬 How Can We Show Appreciation?
Be Caring ❤️ - Say thank you when you see her
Be Principled ⭐ -Take care of library books and return them on time
Be a Thinker 🧠 - Use the library to explore, learn, and ask questions
🎉 Let’s Celebrate Ms. Liebsch!
Take a moment today to thank her for all she does for our school!
Or take action!
✍️ Write her a thank-you note or draw a picture to show your appreciation!
Spring is the perfect time to clean out those closets! As you sort through clothes and shes, don’t worry about items that are stained, ripped, or outgrown—we can still use them!
👉 Drop them in our green clothing recycling box at school.
Your donations:
✨ Help raise funds for our school
✨ Keep clothing out of landfills
✨ Support recycling and reuse efforts
Every bag makes a difference—whether it’s gently used or well-loved items that can no longer be worn.
Let’s work together to support our students and take care of our planet! 🌎💙
🐾 Summer Camp Opportunity + Scholarships Available! 🐾
Looking for a fun, hands-on summer experience for your child? The Racine Humane Society is offering weeklong summer camps for students in grades 1–9 who love animals!
Campers will:
✨ Meet and interact with animals
✨ Learn about animal care, safety, and behavior
✨ Participate in games, crafts, and hands-on activities
✨ Explore careers like becoming a veterinarian
There are different camp options based on grade level, including beginner camps for younger students and even a Junior Veterinary Camp for older students interested in animal careers.
💡 Scholarships Available!
Families can apply for a scholarship through April 15th using the link below. Scholarships are available to help make camp accessible for all students.
💲 Cost:
$250 per week (scholarships available!)
👉 Apply for a scholarship here:
https://tally.so/r/J9qdPR
This is a great opportunity for students to learn, grow, and have fun while building compassion and responsibility for animals. 🐶💙
💙 Build confidence
📣 Make new friends
🏆 Be part of an amazing team
🎉 Support the school and have FUN!
Check out the attached flyers for all the details on tryouts, expectations, and how to get involved.
📣 Student-Led Conferences are happening this week!
🗓 April 1st: 4:30–7:45 PM
🗓 April 2nd: 8:00–11:45 AM
This is a great opportunity for your student to take the lead and share their progress, goals, and achievements with you. These are drop-in style conferences, so come whenever works best for you! Please note: 5:30–7:00 PM is our busiest time, so there may be a wait during that window.
Plus, we’ll have food trucks on site—come hungry! 🌮🚚
🎥 Watch this short video on what to expect from Student Led Conferences: https://aptg.co/Jsfd_4