At the regularly scheduled November Board of Education meeting the Board decided to adjust the December meeting date due to COVID-19 and the holidays. The Board of Education will meet on Monday, December 7th at 6:00 pm in the Multipurpose room for their December meeting. The meeting agenda will be posted as usual. For more information or questions, please... READ MORE >
11/23/2020 Dear Parent or Caregiver, This letter is to notify you that we have been notified about a new COVID-19 case at Walworth Elementary School. We are actively working with Walworth County Public Health to quickly identify, notify, and quarantine any students or staff who may have come into close contact with them and who may be at risk of getting sick. We... READ MORE >
11/19/2020 Dear Parent or Caregiver, This letter is to notify you that we have been notified about two new COVID-19 cases at Walworth Elementary School. We are actively working with Walworth County Public Health to quickly identify, notify, and quarantine any students or staff who may have come into close contact with them and who may be at risk of getting sick.... READ MORE >
November 17, 2020 Walworth Families, Thank you for your support as we have made the difficult decision to move to virtual instruction for all students from Wednesday, November 18th, through Tuesday, November 24th. This decision was not made lightly, as the Walworth staff have worked tirelessly to keep ‘in school’ learning open for our families. As a reminder,... READ MORE >
11/16/2020 Dear Walworth Families, Due to the critical level of COVID-19 burden in the community, the number of cases throughout the building, and the amount of staff impacted by COVID-19 situations, Walworth Joint School District #1 will be moving to virtual instruction starting on Wednesday, November 18th, and will continue through Tuesday, November 24th. ... READ MORE >
11/16/2020 Dear Parent or Caregiver, This letter is to notify you that we have been notified about two new COVID-19 cases at Walworth Elementary School. We are actively working with Walworth County Public Health to quickly identify, notify, and quarantine any students or staff who may have come into close contact with them and who may be at risk of getting sick.... READ MORE >
11/12/2020 Dear Parent or Caregiver, This letter is to notify you that we have been notified about a new COVID-19 case at Walworth Elementary School. We are actively working with Walworth County Public Health to quickly identify, notify, and quarantine any students or staff who may have come into close contact with them and who may be at risk of getting sick. We... READ MORE >
11/8/2020 Dear Parent or Caregiver, This letter is to notify you that we have been notified about a new COVID-19 case at Walworth Elementary School. We are actively working with Walworth County Public Health to quickly identify, notify, and quarantine any students or staff who may have come into close contact with them and who may be at risk of getting sick. We... READ MORE >
For Immediate Release: October 12, 2020 The USDA announced yesterday that we are able to serve breakfast and lunch to all students at no charge through June 30, 2021. Virtual and hybrid students can pick up meals by contacting the Welcome Center (262) 275-6896. Please make sure you place your pick up order in advance each day. All children aged 18 and younger... READ MORE >
ANNUAL SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified electors of Walworth Joint School District #1 that the annual meeting of said district for the transaction of business including discussion of the proposed budget will be held on October 26, 2020, at 7 P.M. in the Walworth School Multipurpose Room. Valerie Gibbs DISTRICT CLERK Annual... READ MORE >
10/2/2020 Dear Parent or Caregiver, This letter is to notify you that we have been notified about two new COVID-19 cases at Walworth Elementary School. We are actively working with Walworth County Public Health to quickly identify, notify, and quarantine any students or staff who may have come into close contact with them and who may be at risk of getting sick.... READ MORE >
Walworth Jt. School District #1 is expecting an increase in school taxes this year due to the state funding formula. This increase is due to rising property values and prior year declining enrollment, which shifts more of the funding burden to the local municipalities. This is the second year in a row that the District has seen a tax increase for the local... READ MORE >
9/23/2020 Dear Parent or Caregiver, This letter is to notify you that a student or staff member at Walworth Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. We are actively working with Walworth County Public Health to quickly identify, notify, and quarantine any students or staff who may have come into close contact with them and who may be at risk of... READ MORE >
For Immediate Release: September 1, 2020 The USDA announced yesterday that we are able to serve breakfast and lunch to all students at no charge through December of 2020 or until further notice. Virtual and hybrid students can pick up meals by contacting the Welcome Center (262) 275-6896. Please make sure you place your pick up order in advance each day. All... READ MORE >
💜𝕍𝕚𝕣𝕥𝕦𝕒𝕝 𝕆𝕡𝕖𝕟 ℍ𝕠𝕦𝕤𝕖💜Check out the Virtual Open House for the 2020-2021 school year! We have updated the link so that all videos can be viewed independently!https://bit.ly/3gsn6e2#WeLoveWalworth #WalworthJ1 READ MORE >
Check out the Virtual Open House for the 2020-2021 school year! #WalworthJ1 #WeLoveWalworth READ MORE >
July 16, 2020 Dear Walworth Families, I hope this letter finds you enjoying the summer! The past few months have been very busy here at school in preparation for the 2020-2021 school year. We know there are many questions about the upcoming school year and will continue working to keep you up to date with the latest information as it becomes available. Please... READ MORE >
Dear Walworth Parents, Guardians, and Community Members, A facility planning survey was mailed to each household in our District on May 18, 2020. This mailing was routed through a Minneapolis mail hub and was subsequently lost. Because the status was unknown, the surveys were reprinted with a new deadline of July 6, 2020 (the original deadline was June 15,... READ MORE >
⭐️𝟠𝕥𝕙 𝔾𝕣𝕒𝕕𝕖 𝔾𝕣𝕒𝕕𝕦𝕒𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟⭐️ Watch the premiere TONIGHT at 7:00 PM! #WalworthProud #WalworthJ1 READ MORE >
⭐️ 𝟠𝕥𝕙 𝔾𝕣𝕒𝕕𝕖 𝔸𝕨𝕒𝕣𝕕𝕤 ℂ𝕖𝕣𝕖𝕞𝕠𝕟𝕪 ⭐️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qTGk2LlmAU #WalworthProud #WalworthJ1 READ MORE >
Here is the link to the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_EzYNHhwhSU READ MORE >
Here is a brief (1 min.) video communication on important events next week. READ MORE >
Here is the video communication for May 4, 2020Here is the communication at a slideshow READ MORE >
Aquí hay una actualización de video del Sr. Klamm basada en el pedido actualizado Safer at Home compartido hoy. Aquí está la presentación de diapositivas READ MORE >
Here is a video update from Mr. Klamm based on the updated Safer at Home order shared today.Here is the Slideshow READ MORE >
Here is the video communication for today, the slideshow is located after the video. Please contact me if you have any questions! -Phill READ MORE >
Here is the video update for Sunday, March 29, 2020Here are the slides from the video update for Sunday, March 29, 2020 READ MORE >
Walworth Jt. School District #1 values the health and well-being of our students, staff, and families. We work throughout the year to promote a healthy school. Safety is our number one priority. The link below is the letter sent home to the youngest child in all families. Please contact Phill Klamm, Interim District Administrator, with further... READ MORE >
La Escuela de Walworth del Distrito #1 valora la salud y el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, personal, y familias. Trabajamos durante todo el año para promover una escuela saludable. La seguridad es nuestra prioridad. El enlace adjunto es la carta que fue mandada a casa con el estudiante más pequeño del hogar. Por favor comuniquense con Phill Klamm, Administrador... READ MORE >
Tax Levy Informational Post December 13, 2019 Dear Walworth Families, With the release of the new tax bills there may be some questions regarding the increase in property taxes for Walworth Joint School District #1. The District’s revenue limit is set by the State of Wisconsin annually. The revenue limit is the maximum amount of revenue the District will... READ MORE >
Check out all the great things happening at Walworth Jt.School District #1! https://www.smore.com/jpbvz #WeLoveWalworth #WalworthJ1 READ MORE >
Stressing the importance of offering nutritious meals to children during the summer months, Walworth School District #1 will be participating in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) in the summer of 2019! Walworth Elementary and Middle School will provide free meals to children ages 18 and under June 17-July 12, 2019, in the school cafeteria. Breakfast... READ MORE >
The Board of Education of Walworth Joint School District #1 will meet on Monday, June 3, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. in the School Library for the annual Evaluation of Board Operations. Full agenda posted on this website: Documents>Meeting Agendas and Minutes>Board of Education (Special and Regular Meetings)>Board AgendasWALWORTH POLICY: 153 ... READ MORE >
Sunday Staff SpotlightMeet Mrs. Weborg ~ LibrarianHow long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education?I volunteered at Walworth first, then became a substitute teacher, then a long term substitute teacher in the library and finally I became a full time teacher here 7 years ago. I earned my teaching degree from UW-Eau Claire and my Library... READ MORE >
Walworth Joint School District #1 Spring-Summer 2019 Newsletter is now available. Read about our end of the year events; summer food program; Board of Education news; staffing for next year; and more! The Newsletter is also mailed to all residents of the District. READ MORE >
Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mr. Hoey ~ Social Studies Teacher How long have you worked in the district/background in education? I started working here August 15, 1997Where is your hometown? I was born in Harvard, IllinoisWhere did you attend college? Rockford UniversityTell us about your family.I have been married to my wife, Sheri for 28 years. I have three... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Crusan ~ Early Childhood Paraprofessional How long have you worked in the district?This is my 11th year at Walworth Grade School. Where is your hometown?I was born in Belvidere, IL and lived in Harvard, IL from when I was 4 until I was 31. Then I moved to Walworth, Wisconsin. Tell us about your family.I have been... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Stilling ~ Physical Education Teacher How long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education?This is my first year teaching, as well as, my first year at Walworth and I am absolutely loving it so far. My background is in Physical Education. Where is your hometown?I grew up in Williams Bay... READ MORE >
It is not too late! The Public School Open Enrollment Application Period for the 2019-2020 School Year goes through April 30, 2019. We'd love to show you why Walworth Jt. School District #1 is perfect for your student(s)! Please call (262) 275-6896 for more information or to schedule a tour.For more open enrollment details, visit:... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Cruz ~ Second Grade Teacher How long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education?This is my 6th year working full time at Walworth Elementary, but I did various long term and other substitute teaching jobs in the district before that. I have been working in the school setting in the... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Niemuth ~ Third Grade Language Arts Teacher How long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education?This is my 25th year of teaching at Walworth Elementary, all but one year has been in 3rd grade! Where did you attend college?I went to UW-Whitewater for Elementary Education and then got my... READ MORE >
Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Ms. Dallesasse ~ Fifth Grade Language Arts Teacher How long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education?I have been teaching 5th grade Language Arts at Walworth for 17 years! I studied Early Childhood Education and worked in Childcare before getting my teaching license through Cardinal Stritch University. That... READ MORE >
Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mr. Hummel ~ Physical Education Teacher How long have you worked in the district?This is my 20th year at Walworth Joint School District #1 as our K-8 Physical Education teacher.What activities do you enjoy outside of school? I enjoy snowmobiling, seeing winter’slandscape,and being a youth coach for my daughter Kate’s softball and... READ MORE >
Sunday Staff SpotlightMeet Ms. Schwaegerl - Seventh Grade Math TeacherHow long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education? I have worked in the district since 2006. I have a degree in Elementary Education with a math minor. Where is your hometown? I grew up in Madison, WisconsinWhat activities do you enjoy outside of school- I like to... READ MORE >
It is that time of year when so many "bugs" are going around. This is a good reminder from Mrs. Lohse about when and how long to stay home. #WalworthJ1 Too Sick For School? READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Zwirlein ~ Instrumental MusicHow long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education?I have been at Walworth for two years. Before Walworth, I taught at Arrowhead High School for 10 years. Where is your hometown?New London, WIWhere did you attend college? UW-Madison (undergrad) VanderCook... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Roemer ~ Art TeacherHow long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education? This is my twelfth year at Walworth. I received my undergraduate degree and graduate degree in Art Education from UW-Whitewater. This was my first job right out of college! I actually interviewed for the job over the... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Brungraber ~ Middle School Science Teacher How long have you worked in the district? What is your background in education? I have been a teacher for 24 years. This is my 19th year at Walworth. Where is your hometown? I grew up on the south side of Milwaukee. Where did you attend college? I attended the... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Cullen ~ Second Grade TeacherHow long have you worked in the district? What is your education background?This is my 11th school year at Walworth. I received my Bachelor degree in Elementary Education from North Central College and my Master degree in Reading Instruction from Aurora University George Williams... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Janney ~ Junior Kindergartner Teacher How long have you worked in the district? What is your education background? This is my 16th year teaching junior kindergarten or kindergarten at Walworth. I completed my student teaching with Mrs. Boldger and Mrs. Wenzel! Where is your hometown? I grew up in Crystal Lake,... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mr. Heck ~ Sixth Grade Math TeacherHow long have you worked in the district? What is your education background?I graduated from UW-La Crosse in December of 2013 and moved back to Burlington to take a long term sub position at Karcher Middle School, before being hired at Walworth in the summer of 2014.Where is your... READ MORE >
Preparing for Cold Weather Winter is a time for extreme and often unpredictable weather conditions including snow, ice, and below freezing temperatures. As a reminder, here are the guidelines that we use during the winter for determining outdoor/indoor recess and school closings. Indoor/Outdoor RecessGenerally speaking, if the temperature is above 0 degrees we do... READ MORE >
Preparando Para el Tiempo Frío El invierno es un tiempo de extremos y usualmente tenemos tiempos impredecibles incluyendo nieve, hielo, y temperaturas bajo cero. Como recordatorio, estas son las guías que usamos para determinar si tenemos recreo adentro o afuera y si vamos a cerrar la escuela.RecreoEn general, si la temperatura está arriba de 0 grados salimos... READ MORE >
Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Veillon ~ Student Teacher in First GradeHow long have you worked in the district? What is your education background?I am a student teacher from UW-Whitewater for Mrs. Wenzel for the first two quarters of the school year.Tell us about your family. My family consists of my husband and I, with our dog named Diesel, and... READ MORE >
Open Arms Free Clinic is introducing a NEW SERVICE to the Walworth County Community. What: Dental CareWHO: Special Populations including children and adults with disabilities who live in Walworth County and are enrolled with Open Arms Free Clinic OR Forward Health/Badger CareWHERE: N2770 W State Road 67, Walworth, WI 53184 (On the campus of Inspiration Ministries... READ MORE >
Walworth Joint School District #1 Newsletter is now available. Read about JK/Kindergarten Round Up; Open Enrollment; School Board Elections and Board News; Upcoming Community Programs; Parent's Club Winterfest Event; Musical and Library Events; and more........ Click Here to read the WINTER 2019 NEWSLETTER! The Newsletter is also mailed to all residents of the... READ MORE >
New for 2019 we will be featuring Walworth School staff members in a Sunday Staff Spotlight. Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Ms. Schroettner ~ Middle School ELA Teacher How long have you worked in the district what is your education background?This is my first year in Walworth, as well as first year as a full-time teacher. Where is your... READ MORE >
New for 2019 we will be featuring Walworth School staff members in a Sunday Staff Spotlight. Walworth School Sunday Staff Spotlight Meet Mrs. Dowden ~ Third Grade Math Teacher How long have you worked in the district what is your education background?This is my 6th year teaching here at Walworth (5 years in 3rd Grade and 1 year in 4th). Prior to teaching at... READ MORE >
Little Sprouts is a class for our littlest learners, ages, birth to four along with their parents.Join Cathy Boldger for stories, music and movement, exploration, play, collaboration, and JOY!Open to Residents of Walworth School District & Open Enrolled Families Space is Limited. Registration is Required.Spring 2019 Classes Saturday, February 2Saturday, February... READ MORE >
Makerspace: 3D Laser Cutter Glowforge The Glowforge is a desktop 3D Laser Cutter capable of creating precision parts from draftboard (MDF) and thin Plywood. Glowforge uses a beam of light the width of a human hair to cut, engrave, and shape designs from a variety of materials. Participants in this course will design creations of their choice. They will start with... READ MORE >
The Walworth Joint School District #1 Board of Education approved the appointment of Mr. Phill Klamm to Interim District Administrator/Principal for the 2019-2020 school year at their December 17, 2018 Board of Education meeting. Mr. Klamm is currently the Principal of Walworth School. Mr Klamm will replace Dr. Mary Ann Kahl as District Administrator. Dr. Kahl... READ MORE >
Walworth Joint School District #1 earned 3 out of 5 stars on the DPI School Report Card for the 2017-2018 school year. Based on the star rating, Walworth Joint School’s overall accountability rating is categorized as Meets Expectations. School Report Cards are issued based on four priority areas: student achievement in English Language Arts and Mathematics,... READ MORE >
Las recientes amenazas de bombas en la Big Foot High School, y más reciente en la Escuela de Sharon, ha provocado una respuesta pro-activa por nuestro Departamento de Consejería. El Martes, 13 de Noviembre, 2018, nuestro departamento de consejería se reunieron con los estudiantes para platicar sobre los eventos recientes. La Señora Jennifer Ott-Wilson y el Sr. Lee... READ MORE >
The recent bomb threats at Big Foot High School, and more recently at Sharon Grade School, has prompted a pro-active response by our Guidance Department. On Tuesday, November 13, 2018, our Guidance Department met with all students in grades 5-8 to discuss these recent events. Mrs. Jennifer Ott-Wilson and Mr. Lee Knoble-Janney wanted assure our Walworth... READ MORE >
Walworth Jt. School District #1 honors local veterans and all veterans on Veterans Day. We thank you for your service and sacrifices. We are forever grateful! #WalworthJ1 #VeteransDay READ MORE >
In honor of Gifted Education Week on November 5-9, 2018, State Superintendent Tony Evers has issued a proclamation that can be found at 2018 Proclamation. Mrs. Jennifer Thompson coordinates our Gifted and Talented services at Walworth School District. She can be contacted through email at Jennifer.Thompson@walworth.k12.wi.us. READ MORE >
Dear Community: I have announced my retirement from education administration at the October 22, 2018 regular Board of Education meeting. I will complete this school year and retire at the end of my current contract which would be June 30, 2019. I have enjoyed over 40 years in education. I have spent 20 years teaching in the primary grades from 1978-1998... READ MORE >
Big Foot High School responded to a threat earlier today that was made to the safety and well-being of the students and staff at the high school. The message that Walworth School received from Big Foot Administration was that they did not believe the threat was credible in any way. However, to ensure everyone's safety, they closed Big Foot High School at... READ MORE >
Members of the Walworth Fire/Rescue presented various fire safety topics to the students of Walworth School during Fire Safety Week. Thank you Sparky and Walworth Emergency Services for your time and dedication to the citizens of Walworth! #FireSafetyWeek #WalworthProud#WalworthFireRescue #WalworthJ1 READ MORE >
Don't miss out on District news! Read the latest edition of our Walworth District Newsletter. The Newsletter is mailed out to all residents of the District. You can also pick one up at the school or read it on-line. We also distribute copies to the Walworth Memorial Library. Walworth District Fall 2018 Newsletter READ MORE >
For information on the Big Foot High School Referendum visit their to their website at http://www.bigfootrecreation.o... or call Mr. Doug Parker at (262) 275-2116 with any questions that you might have. READ MORE >
Walworth School Staff spent last week learning, training, preparing, and having a little fun! We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at the first day of school! READ MORE >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 8/14/18 Contact: Phill Klamm, Principal Company: Walworth Jt. School District #1 Address: 121 Beloit St, Walworth, WI 53184 Contact Number: (262) 275-6896 Email: phill.klamm@walworth.k12.wi.us Website: www.walworth.k12.wi.us Walworth Jt. School District Receives Peer Review and Mentoring Grant for 2018-2019 School Year [Walworth,... READ MORE >
Welcome to the new Walworth Jt. School District #1 website! Join us for a short video tutorial!Click here to see the video! READ MORE >
For immediate release 7/13/2018 Walworth School District Launches New Communication Plan, focusing on Student Stories Today, Walworth School District launched a new public relations campaign to increase parental engagement through the use of technology. The campaign is part of a larger effort to inform the Walworth community of the positive stories that happen... READ MORE >
School supply lists for the 2018-2019 school year are available! The documents are available in the documents section of our website and app, for your convenience the links are also posted below: Junior Kindergarten-3rd Grade School Supply Lists 4th Grade School Supply List 5th and 6th Grade School Supply List 7th and 8th Grade School Supply List READ MORE >
Walworth students and staff welcomed a surprise guest today. The wildcat mascot toured the school with Mr. Klamm throughout the morning and was greeted by excited students and staff. The surprise gift of the mascot was orchestrated by the Student Council students that wanted to "give back" and "leave a legacy" for the students of Walworth Jt. School District #1. READ MORE >
The 2018 Art Fair was a huge success! Thank you to the WalworthJ1 Art department for all of their hard work displaying the artwork of ALL Walworth students. Thank you Walworth Parents' Club for sponsoring the ice cream and silent auction, the Walworth staff for donating the baskets, and the Walworth J1 Music department for the wonderful entertainment. A special... READ MORE >