We invite you to help us identify the educators whose stories should be told. Nominate a colleague, or yourself, for The Passions Project 2026!

Nomination form: https://tinyurl.com/mwwhbtvs

Your nomination ensures that the authentic voices and experiences of our staff are represented and celebrated. Together, these narratives will shine a light on the humanity, commitment and passion within our school community.

Learn more about The Passions Movement at www.thepassionsmovement.com

THE PASSIONS PROJECT, spearheaded by Racine Educators United (and with support from the NEA CAPE Grant) is designed to uplift educator voices, celebrate the power of public education and help our community better understand the incredible work happening in our schools every day. Through this initiative, we hope to highlight the dedication, diversity and resilience that define Racine’s educators with a visual storytelling series that will feature 10 public school educators and the mentors who shaped them. Each story will be brought to life through professional portraits and video interviews.

6 days ago, Racine Unified School District
The Passions Project 2026 nomination flyer. Nominaiton deadline: January 21, 2026. Nominations can be made at www.bit.ly/NominateEducator2026
Horlick Theater Arts announces Young Performer Auditions for Frozen: The Broadway Musical! ❄️⛄️ Students in grades 3–8 are invited to audition and participate in this magical theatrical experience.

Full information and application here: https://tinyurl.com/2ap97cs8

Auditions will be conducted via the application and video audition linked above, allowing young performers to showcase their talents from home. Interested students must complete the audition application and submit their video by January 20.

Frozen: The Broadway Musical celebrates love, courage, and self-discovery, and Horlick Theater Arts looks forward to welcoming a new generation of performers to the stage.

For questions or additional information, please contact Director Kate Kowbel at katherine.kowbel@rusd.org
7 days ago, Racine Unified School District
Disney Frozen: The Broadway Musical production poster
Can't wait to see that snazzy bear at center court in our new gym. Gym floor painting is happening this week and we are one step closer to opening the new gym. Couldn't be more excited! Officially welcome to Wadewitz Waddy Bear!
8 days ago, Donald Katzer
Waddy Logo
Make it a new year's resolution to establish a read-aloud routine at home! Find some tips to get started at rusd.org/raisingreaders
17 days ago, Racine Unified School District
how many nights a week should you be reading? 6-7
Thank you to everyone at the Academies of Racine at William Horlick High School for the inviting 7 of our students to be part of your Winter Assembly! They loved participating in the 3 Legged Race and getting a special gift (Horlick Hat) from Santa! Lots of fun was had by all! Happy Holidays Everyone! Stay safe and see you in 2026!
26 days ago, Donald Katzer
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Thank you to everyone that joined us this week for our "Holiday Letters to Loved Ones" event. Famlies were able to get snacks and write letters to loved ones for the holidays. Students were also able to grab some books for some holiday break reading. All of this was made possible because of the efforts of our Title 1 staff. So thank you to all and Happy Holidays. And thank you to Ms. Smith for all the wonderful decorations.
28 days ago, Donald Katzer
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Hello Wadewitz Families- Just a reminder is that there is NO EXTENDED LEARNING on THURSDAY DEC. 18th, 2025.

Hola familias de Wadewitz: Solo para recordarles que NO habrá clases de aprendizaje extendido el jueves 18 de diciembre de 2025.
28 days ago, Donald Katzer
Join us next week for Winter Break Count Down Spirit Week at Wadewitz.

Monday Dec. 15th- Flannel Day!
Tuesday Dec. 16th- Wild about Break- Wear your favorite animal print!
Wednesday Dec. 17th- Waddy Wednesday- Wear school gear/ colors
Thursday Dec. 18th- Holiday Sweater Day- Wear your best festive sweater!
Friday Dec. 19th. - Everyones Favorite- Pajama Day!

¡Acompáñenos la próxima semana para la cuenta regresiva hacia las vacaciones de invierno en Wadewitz!

Lunes, 15 de diciembre: ¡Día de Franela!
Ponte tu camisa de franela favorita.
Martes, 16 de diciembre: Locos por las Vacaciones (Wild about Break)
¡Viste tu ropa con estampado de animal favorita!
Miércoles, 17 de diciembre: Miércoles de "Waddy"
Viste ropa de la escuela o los colores escolares.
Jueves, 18 de diciembre: Día del Suéter Festivo
¡Ponte tu mejor suéter festivo o navideño!
Viernes, 19 de diciembre: El Favorito de Todos... ¡Día de Pijamas!
¡Ven en tu pijama más cómoda!
about 1 month ago, Donald Katzer
Winter Break Count Down
We would like to extend our sincere appreciation and thanks to our incredible sponsors for supporting the RUSD 4th/5th-grade Evolution soccer program - and a special thanks to Chris Hilbert from Sound Decisions and Mike Malcer of Sports of All Sorts for providing RUSD team t-shirts for our players! ⚽️

Your generosity helps our students feel proud, united and supported on and off the field! We truly value your commitment to our youth and our community. 🏆
THANK YOU for making a difference! #YouBelongHere
about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Ten colorful t-shrits, one for each of the our schools in the Evolution Soccer League.
Nine students, wearing their Evolution soccer league shirts, standing in front of a soccer goal.
Ten students wearing their Evolution soccer league shirts, standing in front of bleachers.
Popcorn sales this week will be on Thursday because students dont have school on Friday. Remember, each bag is 50 cents and money goes to our PTA.

Thanks everyone!
about 1 month ago, Donald Katzer

Students, see how you stack up at the 2026 Wisconsin Winter Stackup cup stacking competition at Olympia Brown School!

Saturday, January 24 at 8 AM. 2115 5 1/2 Mile Road.

Compete in Individual, Doubles or Relay competitions.

Register here for this official World Sport Stacking Association event. $20 registration fee.

about 1 month ago, Racine Unified School District
Wisconsin Winter Stackup '26 flyer. Event details in original post.
🚨BIG ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 The pool at Wadewitz is getting filled with water as we speak! There are still lots of things to be done, but we are one step closer to doing Cannon Balls! Your teachers will let you know when we will begin swimming, but get your students swim suit and towels ready because we are close! #youbelonghere #marcopolo #cannonball
about 1 month ago, Donald Katzer
Wadewitz Pool

Last call! Time’s almost up to apply for a school other than your boundary school. Don’t miss out. Apply for school choice by midnight tonight! https://www.rusd.org/page/school-choice // Última llamada! El tiempo se acaba para solicitar asistir a una escuela que no sea la que le corresponde por domicilio. No deje pasar esta oportunidad. Entregue su solicitud hoy antes de medianoche. https://www.rusd.org/page/school-choice


about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
Apply for RUSD School Choice by Midnight, November 30. rusd.org/SchoolChoice
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Dear Families,

This is a friendly reminder that there will be NO Extended Learning (after-school program) this week.

A note detailing this schedule change was sent home last week.

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

Thank you for your understanding and Happy Thanksviging



Estimadas Familias:

Este es un recordatorio amistoso de que NO habrá Aprendizaje Extendido (programa después de clases) esta semana.

Se envió una nota la semana pasada detallando este cambio de horario.

Si tienen alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquense directamente con la oficina de la escuela.

Gracias por su comprensión.

¡Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias!
about 2 months ago, Donald Katzer
Deadline approaching! The RUSD School Choice window closes Nov. 30! Don’t wait - visit rusd.org and apply today. // El periodo para escoger una Escuela de Preferencia termina pronto. Vaya a www.rusd.org y seleccione su escuela ahora. El tiempo se acaba.
about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
There is only one week left to apply for School Choice. The application window closes November 30! ⏰

Visit rusd.org/SchoolChoice to learn about our choice schools and apply online.

Please note, we will be closed November 26 - 28 for Thanksgiving Recess.
about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
One week left to apply for RUSD School Choice. Apply by November 30 at rusd.org/SchoolChoice

Still deciding? The RUSD School Choice window is open until Nov. 30. Make your choice today at rusd.org. // ?Aún no ha decidido? Solo puede rellenar una solicitud para Escuela de Preferencia hasta el 30 de nov. Aplique hoy en rusd.org

about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
Don't wait for the last minute to apply for School Choice. The application window closes November 30! ⏰

Visit rusd.org/SchoolChoice to get started.

Need assistance? This Friday (11/21), our enrollment team will be at the following locations:
Acelero Learning | 1032 Grand Ave. from 8-9AM
Acelero Learning | 1923 Green St. from 2-3PM

You can also visit our Welcome Center at 3109 Mt. Pleasant St. from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday. NOTE: We will be closed for Thanksgiving Recess, Nov. 26-28.
about 2 months ago, Racine Unified School District
The School Choice Window Closes November 30. Apply now at rusd.org/SchoolChoice
If your kiddos are in Ms. Gelmi's class, make sure to ask them about their fun STEM project they did about spiders today in class. They had a blast!
2 months ago, Donald Katzer
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My school my choice window is now open. Make sure you apply before the end of the month. This is especially important for all our 5th grade students. Reach out to enrollment or our office with questions!
2 months ago, Donald Katzer
My School My Choice