Lakeside Elementary School
Newsletter - May 30, 2025
Lakeside
Elementary School
Black Wolf Bulletin
May 30, 2025; Issue 19
Dear Lakeside Families,
As we close out another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together—and to say thank you.
This year has been filled with growth, learning, and joy. From the first-day jitters in September to the proud smiles we’re seeing now, our students have come so far. They’ve worked hard in the classroom, supported each other on the playground, and grown not just academically, but as kind, curious, and resilient young people. I’ve watched them take on challenges, celebrate successes, and, most importantly, learn from the moments in between. These are the lifelong lessons that will carry them far beyond the walls of our school.
I’m especially proud of how our students embraced our core values—being respectful, responsible, and safe in all that they do. Whether it was through service projects, buddy programs, class performances, or day-to-day classroom leadership, they reminded us what it means to be part of a caring and connected school community.
Of course, none of this would be possible without the incredible support of our families and our PTO. To our PTO board and all of our volunteers: thank you. You’ve shown up again and again to help make our school a better place. Whether by organizing events, supporting our teachers, creating memories for our students, or simply offering an extra pair of hands and a big heart. Your partnership means the world to us, and it makes our school feel like home.
And to our 5th-grade students and their families: what a journey this has been. Watching you grow into confident, capable, and compassionate leaders of our school has been an honor. You’ve left a legacy of kindness, curiosity, and leadership, and we are so proud of the example you’ve set. As you head off to middle school, know that you always have a home here at Lakeside. We believe in you, and we can’t wait to see all the ways you’ll continue to grow and shine.
To all of our students and families, thank you for a beautiful year. I hope your summer is filled with rest, adventure, and time with the people you love. We’ll be here, cheering you on, always.
Sincerely,
Mr. King, Principal
ryan.king@oshkosh.k12.wi.us
June Birthdays
- Knox Wiedenhaft
- Griffin Brefczynski
- Grace Brefczynski
- Alaya Baker
- Ethan Strangeway
- Ashton Kallenbach
- Ezra Dahlke
- Lilly Lloyd
- Amayah Kellar
- Zendayah Kellar
- Lena Witt
- Jaxson Killian
- Easton Borgardt
- Logan Sattler
- Eleni Gorgolis
- Ephraim Maves
- Barret Oesterreich
- Olivia Bloedow
- Myramora Evans
- Samuel Tritt
- Atlas Faucher
- Lucas Mueller
- Marcella Bouche
- Noelia Jones
- Charlie Johnson
July Birthdays
- Bryson Leitzke
- Emmalyn Gettle
- Hazel Perdue
- Louna Matulle
- Sedona Stieg
- Areya Johnson
- Harper Cornell
- Henley Schultz
- Elena Mares Torres
- Thalia Stromske
- Klayton Beidle
- Gabriel Yeatman
- Alexander Roehl
- Levi Yang
August Birthdays
- Rylee Elliott Geurden
- Addison Farber
- Parker Poublon
- Hazel Bloedow
- Hazel Bowman
- Aveyonna Hoyer
- Johnny Cox
- Matthew Witt
- Nubia Mares Torres
- Brody Doemel
- Weston Davies
- Cody Trebiatowski
- Henry Koeppl
- Kaleb Parks
- Aubrey Chamberlin
- Luke Pedersen
- Jack Thomas
- Sebastian Hartwig
- Beau Liesch
Upcoming Lakeside Events
- June 5th
- Last day of school
- Yearbook signing on playground, 8:15 -8:35am
- 5th grade Promotion, 9 - 10am
- Field Day, 12:30 - 2:30pm
Field Day at Lakeside!
Our annual field day event will be held in the afternoon on the last day of school, Thursday, June 5th. Students travel with their classroom from station to station doing various fun activities that are planned and provided by our wonderful PTO. If you're able to help volunteering, please check click HERE to sign up.
The event begins at 12:30pm and will run until approximately 2:30pm. Please be sure to send a water bottle with your child, and consider applying sunscreen before school. Weather permitting, they will be outdoors for the entire afternoon.
Parents are welcome to come join in the fun! Stop by the office to check in and get a visitor's badge.
PBIS Evaluation
This is Lakeside's PBIS annual evaluation. In the summary, you will find our reflections, accomplishments and action plan for next year. Please click HERE for Lakeside's summary.
End of the Year Update from the Health Office
All medications are to be picked up by the parent/guardian on or before the last day of
school. Kristin Mike, LPN, will be reaching out regarding parental consent to send home
over the counter medications (ie. cough drops) home with your student(s). Our policy
will not allow us to keep them for the next school year. If there is NO response regarding
the medication and they are not picked up/ sent home by the end of the day on the last
day of school, May 31st, the medication will be properly disposed of.
If your child has a current health plan or emergency plan on file with school, you will receive a copy during the summer to update for the upcoming school year.
If your child has a change in their health or has a healthcare need at school, please contact our school district nurse, Mikaila Peterson, via email during the summer and she will contact you at the beginning of the school year to discuss. Email: mikaila.peterson@oshkosh.k12.wi.us
If your child will need to take medication at school, please work with your doctor to have the following form completed and signed before the start of the school year. As a reminder, the directions on the medication bottle must match the written order on the medication request form.
If you have a child with a severe allergy and/or asthma, or seizures the following forms will need to be completed for our school nurse. Inhalers, Epi-Pens, Allergy medications, etc., must be in their original containers. Expiration dates will be monitored.
Continue to stay healthy and enjoy your summer!
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Next Year's Events!
Please mark your calendars for these important dates for next school year! A calendar with these dates is available HERE, and will be mailed home with report cards in a couple of weeks!
- August 26th - Open House, 4:30 - 6:30pm (watch for more info in August!)
- September 25th and September 30th - Parent/teacher conferences for all families (watch for sign-up info)
- November 11th - Winter Family Night, 4:15 - 6:15pm
- January 22nd - Parent/teacher conferences (as requested)
- March 16th- Spring Concert, 6-7pm
- April 16th - Spring Family Night, 4:15 - 6:15pm
Thank You, Lakeside!
Our Student Council Coin War was a huge success—thanks to all of you! We deeply appreciate everyone who donated to our fundraiser.
The Children's Hospital let us know they were in need of items for gift baskets given to children admitted to the hospital. These items bring comfort during their stay and go home with them afterward.
Thanks to your generosity, Lakeside raised $695!
With the funds raised, we were able to purchase a variety of thoughtful items for the children.
Thank you again for your support and kindness!
Here are some of the items your donations helped provide (see below):
Get Ready for the 2025-26 School Year!
The Oshkosh Area School District’s Annual Student Update (Enrollment/Registration) for returning K-12 students and for new 4K students will take place April 1 - September 1, 2025. Students must be enrolled by September 1. While the deadline is September 1, we encourage you to complete this process as soon as possible to secure your child's spot for the next school year.
Your child’s school for the 2025-2026 school year will be listed in IC. If you have recently moved or if you were involuntarily transferred due to space limitations at your home school,
please be sure to check this as it may be different from where your child is currently attending.
This annual enrollment process is mandatory, and your student's place at their school will be reserved for the upcoming academic year. You'll update your demographic and contact information through the Infinite Campus (IC) Parent Portal.
Step-by-Step Instructions: CLICK HERE
Complete the process on your computer, tablet, OR smartphone via the IC app: Campus Parent.
- Mobile Registration: To register on your smartphone, download the app from your device's app center (iPhone - App Store or Android - Google Play), or click these direct links. Be sure to select the "Campus Parent" option - look for this icon:
Online Portal Access: CLICK HERE to log in to your Infinite Campus (IC) Parent Portal and click the "Online Registration" link (located on the bottom left side of the home screen).
Note: This link will be active/available as of 8 a.m. on April 1, 2025.
Need Help? If you don't have an Infinite Campus Parent Portal account or need to reset your password, complete THIS FORM.
Contact Information: For questions or assistance during the online enrollment process, contact your child's school office or the OASD Administration Office at 920.424.0395.
In-Person Support: If you need in-person assistance, access to a device, or the internet, attend our Central Registration Day at Vel Phillips Middle School on August 6, 2025. More information will be provided in the coming months.
Your child's school will provide additional resources for the 2025-26 school year, including important dates.
Thank you for choosing the Oshkosh Area School District for your student’s educational experience. We look forward to continuing to work with your family to meet your student’s individual needs and provide them with the best education possible.
Girls On The Run
Girls on the Run will be coming back to Lakeside this fall! Girls on the Run is a program for girls in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. The goal is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running. More information about Girls on the Run and how to sign-up will be coming in August. If you are interested in helping with this program as a coach or a running buddy, please reach out to Jen Lubinksi (jennifer.lubinski@oshkosh.k12.wi.us) or Kylene Schrage (kylene.schrage@oshkosh.k12.wi.us) for more information.
Attendance Office Information
If you need to call your student(s) in for the day, please call the main office at 920-424-0131. If you need to leave a voicemail, please state your student(s) full name, grade, reason for absence and also any symptoms your student may be experiencing. You can also email the school secretary at: kylene.schrage@oshkosh.k12.wi.us for any absences. If you need to pick up your student early for an any reason, please notify the main office ahead of time, so we can make sure to have your student ready for you. As always, please feel free to reach out to the main office with any questions or concerns you may have. Thank you for your help.
Volunteering Reminders
Field trip season is here and if you are interested in chaperoning a field trip or volunteering by helping in your child's classroom, you must have a pre-approved volunteer application on file before the volunteering event. If you DID NOT fill out a volunteer application last year (23-24) please click HERE to begin the application process. All verified backgrounds checks are good for three years, and are effective for all OASD schools. If you have any questions about this process, please contact our school office at 920.424.0131 or kylene.schrage@oshkosh.k12.wi.us
Important!: Once you have completed your application, let the office know so that we can request that the application be processed; this does not happen automatically, and can take up to 3-4 business days, so please plan accordingly!
Community Events
Check out our Community Events page on our website for information about events happening throughout the Oshkosh community!
Follow the Lakeside PTO
Click HERE to find our amazing PTO on Facebook! Please 'like' and 'follow' Lakeside's PTO on Facebook. They have the most up-to-date information on all of our wonderful events!