Show your Athens pride with a yard sign!
Signs are available for just $11.10 each.
Once the signs are ready for pickup, we will notify you via email. Payment (cash or check) will be collected at the time of pickup at the Athens High School office.
If interested, please complete the form here: https://forms.gle/qXDKiHL39p7Vtd5L9
Yesterday, during our District Professional Learning Day, the School District of Athens staff came together under the theme “Getting to Know You.”
From our speed circle activity to themed tables (and snacks, of course), the day was full of laughter, learning, and connection. Our group photo highlights the incredible Bluejay team ready to kick off the school year!
Here’s to a 2025-2026 school year filled with teamwork, growth, and maybe just a little sprinkle of Taylor Swift 💙
From our speed circle activity to themed tables (and snacks, of course), the day was full of laughter, learning, and connection. Our group photo highlights the incredible Bluejay team ready to kick off the school year!
Here’s to a 2025-2026 school year filled with teamwork, growth, and maybe just a little sprinkle of Taylor Swift 💙
September Breakfast and Lunch Menu
We’re thrilled to introduce Laura Parke as our new Special Education Teacher at Athens Elementary and Maple Grove Charter School! 💙 Laura will be working closely with students, staff, and families to support learning and growth for all of our Bluejays.
Help us give Laura a warm welcome to the School District of Athens!
Help us give Laura a warm welcome to the School District of Athens!
We’re excited to introduce Mya Becker, our new EL Multilingual Specialist for the School District of Athens! 💙 Mya will be supporting our students and families with language learning and cultural connections, helping every Bluejay feel included and successful.
Let’s give Mya a big Bluejay welcome in the comments!
Let’s give Mya a big Bluejay welcome in the comments!
Please help us give a warm Bluejay welcome to Beth Plisch, our new Administrative Assistant at Maple Grove Charter School! 💙 Beth is ready to greet families, support our staff, and keep things running smoothly in the office.
We’re so happy to have her! —drop a “welcome” in the comments to make her feel at home!
We’re so happy to have her! —drop a “welcome” in the comments to make her feel at home!
🌟✨ Welcome to the Bluejay Family! ✨🌟
We are thrilled to introduce and welcome our new teaching staff members for the 2025-2026 school year!
👏 Mya Becker – EL Multilingual Teacher
👏 Carley Chwala – Library Media Specialist
👏 Seth Coker – Middle School Math Teacher
👏 Kristine Zarins – Maple Grove 5th Grade Teacher
👏 Laura Parke – Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
👏 Annwn Kohlmoos – Art Teacher
Let’s give them a warm Athens community welcome! We’re excited for the amazing energy, passion, and dedication they’ll bring to our students this year!
Please take a moment to visit the School District of Athens website (athens1.org) to learn more about the Budget Forecasting and Referendum Planning process. It's a great resource to explore and stay informed about the future of our schools!
Join the Athens Food Pantry - Circle of Joy this Thursday evening for a pop up food pantry featuring fresh local produce, staple items and milk and eggs. The pantry is held behind Main Street Market 4-7pm. Everyone is welcome.
Before you head to the Athens Fair, make sure you’ve checked these things off your list! The first day of school is Tuesday, September 2, 2025. 🗓️
✅ 1. Completed Online Registration?
Make sure your child is officially registered through Infinite Campus:
https://www.athens1.org/page/online-registration
✅ 2. Printed or Saved the 2025-26 School District Calendar?
Plan ahead by accessing our year-at-a-glance calendar here:
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:871f657b-074a-4543-9a03-c17befd02118
✅ 3. Found Your Child(ren)’s School Supply List?
Make sure your student is stocked and ready!
🖍️ Visit: www.athens1.org → Schools → Parent Resources → School Supply Lists
✅ 4. Submitted Your Free & Reduced Lunch Application?
It's quick and confidential:
https://www.athens1.org/page/free-and-reduced
✅ 5. Picked Up Physical/Alternate Year Cards (if needed)?
Available now in the High School Office.
✅ 6. Added the District Open House to Your Calendar?
📅 Thursday, August 28 • 2–6 PM All Buildings
✅ 1. Completed Online Registration?
Make sure your child is officially registered through Infinite Campus:
https://www.athens1.org/page/online-registration
✅ 2. Printed or Saved the 2025-26 School District Calendar?
Plan ahead by accessing our year-at-a-glance calendar here:
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:871f657b-074a-4543-9a03-c17befd02118
✅ 3. Found Your Child(ren)’s School Supply List?
Make sure your student is stocked and ready!
🖍️ Visit: www.athens1.org → Schools → Parent Resources → School Supply Lists
✅ 4. Submitted Your Free & Reduced Lunch Application?
It's quick and confidential:
https://www.athens1.org/page/free-and-reduced
✅ 5. Picked Up Physical/Alternate Year Cards (if needed)?
Available now in the High School Office.
✅ 6. Added the District Open House to Your Calendar?
📅 Thursday, August 28 • 2–6 PM All Buildings
💙🎡 Let’s Paint the Town BLUE for the Athens Fair! 🎡💙
Show your Athens Bluejay pride and help turn our town into a sea of blue during Fair week!
Yard signs are still available for just $11.10 from the District Office.
Email Becki Bliven at rbliven@athens1.org to grab yours before they’re gone!
Show your Athens Bluejay pride and help turn our town into a sea of blue during Fair week!
Yard signs are still available for just $11.10 from the District Office.
Email Becki Bliven at rbliven@athens1.org to grab yours before they’re gone!
The School District of Athens is looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team! Check out our current employment opportunities and apply today: https://www.athens1.org/page/employment-opportunities
Backpacks and age-appropriate school supplies for the 2025–2026 school year will be available for eligible families starting Monday, August 18 at the Athens Elementary School!
These supplies are generously provided through the Workplace Volunteer Council’s signature project, Fill A Backpack Fill A Need (FABFAN), which supports families in Marathon County.
For more information about pick-up times, please contact Bridget Kottke at bkottke@athens1.org.
These supplies are generously provided through the Workplace Volunteer Council’s signature project, Fill A Backpack Fill A Need (FABFAN), which supports families in Marathon County.
For more information about pick-up times, please contact Bridget Kottke at bkottke@athens1.org.
Incoming 6th graders met at the Athens Middle School this past week for a "Jumpstart" program. Students met with Ms. Gauerke-Peter and middle school teachers to learn about schedules, classes, and also toured the building. Games were played and goals for the school year were discussed. The students made their own butter for a snack with crackers. The sixth graders now feel more comfortable coming to a new building and starting a new school year on September 2.
We’re all excited for the Athens Fair next week 🎡 but can you believe school starts in less than a month? The first day of school is Tuesday, September 2, 2025!
Let’s make sure you’re ready:
✅ 1. Completed Online Registration?
Make sure your child is officially registered through Infinite Campus:
🔗 Online Registration
✅ 2. Printed or Saved the 2025-26 School District Calendar?
Plan ahead by accessing our year-at-a-glance calendar here:
📅 District Calendar PDF
✅ 3. Found Your Child(ren)’s School Supply List?
Make sure your student is stocked and ready!
🖍️ Visit: www.athens1.org → Schools → Parent Resources → School Supply Lists
✅ 4. Submitted Your Free & Reduced Lunch Application?
It's quick and confidential:
🍎 Free & Reduced Lunch Info & Application
Let’s start the year off organized and ready to go!
The August 2025 District Newsletter is now available!
We invite you to take a few minutes to read through the newsletter and stay informed on what's happening across the district.
Click here to view it: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18JINRs9jYkj0bvxyRalk-vPf2esnnuPB/view?usp=sharing
Thank you for your continued support of the School District of Athens. Here's to a great 2025-2026 school year!
We invite you to take a few minutes to read through the newsletter and stay informed on what's happening across the district.
Click here to view it: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18JINRs9jYkj0bvxyRalk-vPf2esnnuPB/view?usp=sharing
Thank you for your continued support of the School District of Athens. Here's to a great 2025-2026 school year!
🎉 ATHENS FAMILIES — MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
You're invited to All Sports Information Night on Thursday, August 7, at Athens Middle/High School!
🕕 6:00 PM – All Sports Meeting (High School Gym)
🕡 ~6:30 PM – Breakout Sessions by Sport:
🏈 Football – High School Gym
🏐 Volleyball – Commons
🏃♂️ Cross Country – Mr. Rottscheit’s Room
✅ Get important season info
🤝 Meet your coaches
💙 Join the tradition — be part of something bigger
You're invited to All Sports Information Night on Thursday, August 7, at Athens Middle/High School!
🕕 6:00 PM – All Sports Meeting (High School Gym)
🕡 ~6:30 PM – Breakout Sessions by Sport:
🏈 Football – High School Gym
🏐 Volleyball – Commons
🏃♂️ Cross Country – Mr. Rottscheit’s Room
✅ Get important season info
🤝 Meet your coaches
💙 Join the tradition — be part of something bigger
The School District of Athens is looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team! Check out our current employment opportunities and apply today: https://www.athens1.org/page/employment-opportunities
📣 NOW AVAILABLE: 2025-2026 Free & Reduced Meal Applications!
Families—it's time to complete your Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2025-2026 school year!
🖥️ Apply Online:
Applications are available on our website:
👉 https://www.athens1.org/page/school-breakfast-and-lunch-prices
📱 Or through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal—log in and apply directly there.
📄 Prefer Paper?
Paper copies are available at the School District Office.
📞 Questions?
Please reach out to Beth Steinke at 715-257-7511 or bsteinke@athens1.org.
Families—it's time to complete your Free & Reduced Meal Application for the 2025-2026 school year!
🖥️ Apply Online:
Applications are available on our website:
👉 https://www.athens1.org/page/school-breakfast-and-lunch-prices
📱 Or through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal—log in and apply directly there.
📄 Prefer Paper?
Paper copies are available at the School District Office.
📞 Questions?
Please reach out to Beth Steinke at 715-257-7511 or bsteinke@athens1.org.
Please take a moment to visit the School District of Athens website (athens1.org) to learn more about the CESA 10 Spend Forecast-Deferred Maintenance Presentation. It's a great resource to explore and stay informed about the future of our schools!
