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December 17 - Monday

8:00 AM - Board of Education Policy Committee Mtg

December 18 - Tuesday

6:00 PM - Board of Education Meeting

December 21 - Friday

No School - Professional Learning Day

December 24 - Monday

No School - Winter Break

December 25 - Tuesday

No School - Winter Break

December 26 - Wednesday

No School - Winter Break

December 27 - Thursday

No School - Winter Break

December 28 - Friday

No School - Winter Break

December 31 - Monday

No School - Winter Break

January 1 - Tuesday

No School - Winter Break

January 11 - Friday

Child Find Screening

January 15 - Tuesday

6:00 PM - Board of Education Meeting

January 16 - Wednesday

5:00 PM - Curriculum & Program Development Committee Meeting

January 18 - Friday

Early Dismissal - Grades K-12

No School - 4K and Early Childhood

January 21 - Monday

No School - Professional Learning Day

February 5 - Tuesday

6:00 PM - Board of Education Meeting

NJSD News

Board of Education to Vote on Referendum Resolution
The Neenah Board of Education will vote on a resolution to seek $129.58 million in facilities upgrades in a community referendum.
Neenah Equestrian Team Wins First State Championship
Neenah High School's equestrian team won its first Wisconsin Interscholastic Horsemanship Association state championship this fall in Madison.
Building Systems and ADA Compliance Discussed at November 13 Facilities Meeting
A proposal for upgraded building systems and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance as part of a potential referendum was presented to the Neenah Joint School District Board of Education at a facilities study meeting on Nov. 13.
Neenah Schools Exceed Expectations on School Report Cards
Seven Neenah schools significantly exceeded expectations and the District landed in the "exceeds expectations" category for the third straight year in 2017-18 school report card data released today by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Fifth Annual Special Olympics Night Set for Nov. 15 at Neenah High School
One of Neenah High School's most uplifting annual events takes place on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018 when the Special Olympics basketball team takes center stage with the varsity boys basketball team.
Osero Wins Third Straight Girls Diving State Title
Neenah High School junior Av Osero won her third straight WIAA Division 1 state girls diving championship at the state meet on Saturday in Madison.
Vera and Carol Tipler Grants Awarded to NJSD Staff Members
Three grants have been awarded to Neenah Joint School District staff members through the Vera and Carol Tipler Awards.
Neenah High School to Host Veterans Day Ceremonies on Nov. 9
Neenah High School will recognize local veterans with a Veterans Day ceremony in Pickard Auditorium on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. The event is open to the public and begins at 1:30 p.m. with doors opening at 1 p.m.
Community Shows Support for Referendum in Facilities Survey
Three quarters of Neenah Joint School District residents indicated the District should pursue a referendum in a recent community survey.
NJSD Hall of Fame Seeking Nominations for 2019 Class
Nominations for the Neenah Joint School District Hall of Fame are being accepted through Nov. 30.
Neenah High School Inducts 58 Students to National Honor Society
Neenah High School inducted 58 students into its National Honor Society chapter during a ceremony on October 24.
Ten Neenah Schools Earn Wisconsin School Health Awards
Ten schools from the Neenah Joint School District were among the 49 winners of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's 2018 Wisconsin School Health Awards.
Helping Hands Craft Fair Set for Nov. 3 at Neenah High School
Neenah High School's 10th annual Helping Hands Craft Fair is set for Sat., Nov. 3, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Ron Einerson Fieldhouse.
Neenah Boys Capture Third State Cross Country Championship
Neenah captured its third WIAA state boys cross country title and first since 2001 with four runners among the top 30 finishers to edge defending champion Middleton by nine points on Saturday in Wisconsin Rapids.
Nine Neenah Students Participate in WSMA State Honors Music Festival
Nine Neenah High School students were chosen to participate in the annual Wisconsin State Music Association High School State Honors Project in Madison.
Community Survey Results to Be Presented at Special Board Meeting October 30
Neenah Joint School District residents are reminded of an upcoming special Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, October 30 to review the results of the recent community facilities survey.
Three Neenah Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
Three Neenah High School seniors have been named semifinalists for the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program.
Students Honored in Neenah Public Library Poetry Contest
A total of 13 students from various grade levels were honored for their creative writing in the annual Neenah Public Library Proces Poetry Prize Contest.
MasterChef Emily Hallock Returns to Neenah High School for November 7 Event
After earning celebrity status on FOX's MasterChef this past season, Neenah High School alum Emily Hallock will return to her alma mater for a special community event on Wednesday, November 7.
Neenah Joint School District Receives Second School Safety Grant
The Neenah Joint School District has received a $379,852 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Justice to support school safety efforts and mental health training.
Neenah Students Offered World Travel Opportunities Through "Neenah Without Borders"
Students in Neenah will have the opportunity to explore other cultures and travel abroad through a unique school program called "Neenah Without Borders."
Neenah Residents Asked for Input on School Facilities in Community Survey
Residents living within the Neenah Joint School District boundary are being asked for their input regarding the future of the District's facilities and a potential referendum in a community survey.
Full Week of Homecoming Events Set for October 1-6
A full week of events will take place during Neenah High School's 2018 homecoming activities Oct. 1-6.
Horace Mann, Shattuck and Spring Road Receive National Healthy Schools Awards
Three Neenah schools are among just 13 statewide honored with a National Healthy Schools Award by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Neenah Technical Education Students Receive Significant Metal Donation
Neenah High School technical education students will gain additional experiences in welding and metal fabricating through a significant donation from Innovative Machining, LLC.
Neenah High School Fall Musical "Chicago" Opens on Sept. 26
Tickets are on sale for Neenah High School's fall musical, "Chicago," which runs for five shows Sept. 26-30 in Pickard Auditorium.
Neenah Students Earn Advanced Placement Scholar Awards
Neenah High School had 55 students honored for exceptional achievement on Advanced Placement exams during the 2017-18 school year.
Community Survey Finalized at Sept. 5 Facilities Study Meeting
A community survey to gauge interest and determine priorities for a potential referendum was reviewed by the Neenah Joint School District Board of Education at its September 5 meeting.
Neenah High School to Dedicate Tom Berven Tennis Courts on Sept. 21
Neenah High School will name its tennis courts in honor of longtime boys' coach Tom Berven in a dedication ceremony on the courts on Friday, Sept. 21 at 5 p.m.
Noted Human Performance Expert John Underwood to Speak at Neenah H.S.
Nationally-recognized human performance expert John Underwood will speak at Neenah High School on Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. in an event that is free and open to the public.
Neenah Students Participate in Bridge and Build Entrepreneurship Event
Five Neenah students participated in an entrepreneurship event called "Bridge and Build" that was organized by the Wisconsin Academy of Global Education and Training earlier this month in Milwaukee.
Student-Led Convocation Welcomes Back NJSD Staff
Senior Kayla Kraus and the Act II show choir welcomed back the Neenah Joint School District staff with a student-led convocation for the ninth straight year.
Season Passes for Athletics Events Now Available
Fans of Neenah High School athletics will have the opportunity to purchase season passes for both home and away events for the 2018-19 school year.
NJSD Hall of Fame Banquet Tickets Now on Sale
Tickets for the 2018 Neenah Joint School District Hall of Fame induction banquet are now on sale to the general public at the District Administration Building.
Neenah High School Hires Varsity Boys and Girls Tennis Head Coaches
For just the third time since 1930, Neenah High School has hired a boys tennis coach.
Berken and Quella to Lead Neenah High School Golf Teams
Neenah High School will have two new varsity golf coaches for the upcoming school year as Chad Berken will coach the girls team and Isaac Quella takes over the boys program.
Open House and Fees/Forms Days Scheduled
Dates have been set for the 2018-19 Open House and Fees and Forms Days across the Neenah Joint School District. Check out each school's dates and times.
Former Major Leaguer Taschner to Coach Neenah Baseball
A former major leaguer will direct the Neenah High School varsity baseball team next spring as Jack Taschner has been named the Rockets' head coach.
Neenah Awarded Over a Quarter-Million Dollars from State Safety Grant Program
Neenah Joint School District buildings will see a significant upgrade in safety and security through a grant provided by the Wisconsin Department of Justice School Safety Grant program on Thursday.
Tom Berven Retires After 48 Seasons as Neenah Boys Tennis Coach
After 48 illustrious seasons as the Neenah High School varsity boys tennis coach, Tom Berven has finally decided to call it a career.
June 21 Facilities Study Meeting Focuses on Development of Community Survey
Potential questions for a community-wide survey were the focus of a Neenah Joint School District Board of Education facilities study meeting on June 21 at the Shattuck Middle School Auditorium.
Nine Neenah Schools Receive Positive Behavior Awards
Nine Neenah Joint School District schools have been rewarded for their work with developing positive behaviors in schools by the Wisconsin Response to Intervention Center.
Borchardt Receives Neenah Rotary Community Service Award
Neenah High School teacher Brian Borchardt was recently recognized for his extensive community service efforts with an award from the Neenah Rotary Club.
K-5 Human Growth and Development Materials Available June 12
Neenah Joint School District parents, staff and community members are invited to view Human Growth and Development lesson plans and materials recommended for grades K-5 on Tuesday, June 12 from 4-8 p.m. at the Administration Building at 410 S. Commercial St.
Board of Education Schedules Four Facility Study Meetings
A study of Neenah Joint School District facilities will continue with Board of Education meetings scheduled each month from June through September.
Enz Wins 400 Meter State Title as Boys Track Places Fifth
Neenah High School senior Colin Enz became the school's first boys track and field individual state champion in 20 years by capturing the 400-meter dash title on Saturday in La Crosse.
Neenah High School Seniors Receive Academic and Athletic Awards
Neenah High School's top senior students academically and athletically were honored at the Senior Class Award Ceremony as part of the graduation rehearsal on May 30 in the Ron Einerson Fieldhouse.
Online Registration Now Open for 2018-19 School Year
The Online Registration annual update is now open on the Parent Portal for families to complete their annual update of information as well as release forms and waivers.
Community Survey Discussion Headlines May 23 Facilities Study Meeting
The details of a community survey consumed much of the Neenah Joint School District Board of Education meeting regarding the future of District facilities on May 23 at the Shattuck Middle School Auditorium.
Art Students Dedicate Control Box Wrap in Downtown Neenah
The corner of Wisconsin Avenue and Commercial Street in downtown Neenah now has a historical flair as Neenah High School art students partnered with the Neenah Historical Society to paint an electrical control box.
Neenah High School to Graduate 460 Seniors on May 30
Neenah High School will graduate 460 seniors at commencement ceremonies on Wed., May 30 at 7 p.m. in the Ron Einerson Fieldhouse.
Neenah Joint School District Honors 22 Retiring Staff Members
A group of 22 Neenah Joint School District staff members with a total of 507 years of experience will retire after the 2017-18 school year.
Neenah Joint School District Awarded $100,000 Project Lead the Way Grant
A grant from Bemis Company, Inc. will provide $100,000 to help every elementary student in Neenah learn Project Lead the Way activities in their school curriculum over the next two years.
Two Neenah High School Students Score Perfect Marks on ACT Exam
Neenah High School juniors Jackson Vendola and David Xiao both earned perfect scores on the ACT college prep exam.
Moriarty Earns CAPP Adjunct of the Year Award
Neenah High School math teacher Bruce Moriarty has been selected as a recipient of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Cooperative Academic Partnership Program (CAPP) Adjunct of the Year award.
Neenah Joint School District Names 2017-18 Employees of the Year
Eight individuals and one team of staff members have been recognized as the Neenah Joint School District's Employees of the Year for the 2017-18 school year.
Educational Foundation of Neenah Selects Inaugural Teaching Award Recipients
The Educational Foundation of Neenah will honor 17 Neenah Joint School District educators in its inaugural "Rocketing Ahead: Celebration of Education" Teaching Awards.
Neenah High School Spring Play Set for April 19-22
A showing of Shakespeare's The Tempest will take the stage for four shows April 19-22 for Neenah High School's spring drama event in Pickard Auditorium.
Roosevelt Earns Wisconsin School of Recognition Award
For the second straight year, Roosevelt Elementary School has been honored as a Wisconsin Title I School of Recognition Award recipient by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Arete Academy Honors Bob Totten and Erin Stoffel in Heroes Ceremony
Neenah High School's Arete Academy held its third annual Heroes Ceremony on Friday and honored Bob Totten and Erin Stoffel for their contributions to the Neenah community.
Next Facilities Study Meeting Set for May 23
The next Neenah Joint School District Board of Education meeting regarding the District facilities study has been set for Wednesday, May 23 at 5 p.m. at the Shattuck Auditorium.
Values and Next Steps Discussed at Fourth Facilities Study Meeting
Determining values and next steps were the topics for the Neenah Joint School District Board of Education at a fourth facilities study meeting on April 5 at Shattuck Middle School.
Neenah Powerlifting Earns Two Titles at National Meet
Neenah won national championships in two separate divisions at the high school national powerlifting championships at the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel in Appleton.
Five Individuals Selected to Neenah Joint School District Hall of Fame
Individuals who made their impact as a physician, suffragist, writer, referee and soccer coach comprise the Neenah Joint School District's fourth annual Hall of Fame class in 2018.
STEAM Saturday Set for April 21
Neenah Joint School District families are invited to participate in the second annual "STEAM Saturday" on Saturday, April 21 at Neenah High School.
Wilson Elementary Earns School Counseling "Program of Promise" Award
Wilson Elementary School in Neenah has been named one of seven "Program of Promise" award winners by the Wisconsin School Counselor Association (WSCA).
Middle School Musical Annie, Jr. Set for Five Shows March 8-11
Students from Shattuck and Horace Mann Middle Schools will present five shows of Annie, Jr. from March 8-11 in Pickard Auditorium at Neenah High School.
Yineman Captures State Wrestling Title in Dramatic Fashion
Neenah High School senior Beau Yineman became the school's eighth state individual wrestling championship in dramatic fashion on Saturday night in Madison.
Neenah High School Student Named State Winner of Prudential Volunteering Award
Neenah High School senior Evan Arnold has been named the state's top youth high school volunteer by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards.
Neenah Fishing Team Captures First State Championship
Neenah captured its first Wisconsin Interscholastic Fishing Association state championship on Feb. 18-19 in Minocqua, dethroning three-time defending champion Wisconsin Rapids.
Garbe Named Wisconsin ProStart Teacher of the Year
Neenah High School teacher Deb Garbe has been named the Wisconsin ProStart Teacher of the Year by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association Education Foundation.
Neenah School Board to Review Facilities Study
Four public Board of Education meetings to address the future of Neenah Joint School District facilities will be held during an eight-week span beginning in mid-February.
Neenah High School Winter Comedy Set For Feb. 1-3
Neenah High School will present four showings of the comedic play, "Almost, Maine" on Feb. 1-3 at Pickard Auditorium.
Five-Year Old Kindergarten Enrollment Set for Feb. 12-15
Five-year-old kindergarten enrollment for the 2018-19 school year is scheduled for Mon.-Thurs., Feb. 12-15.
VEX Robotics Team Wins Northeast Wisconsin Tournament Championship
Neenah High School's VEX Robotics team qualified for both the state and U.S. Open championships after winning the tournament championship at the Northeast Wisconsin competition this past weekend in Oconto Falls.
4K Registration to Begin Online March 12
Four-year-old kindergarten registration for the 2018-19 school year will take place online beginning March 12.
Neenah Student Selected to Speak at National GENYOUth Gala
Destinee Ramos may only be in eighth grade, but she's already spoken in front of a former United States president and the commissioner of the National Football League.
Neenah Students Earn Honors in Noetic Learning Math Contest
Four Neenah students placed among the top 10 percent of 23,000 participating students nationwide in the Noetic Learning Math Contest.
High School Academic Planning Night Set for Dec. 13
Neenah High School will host an academic planning night for students and their parents on Wed., Dec. 13.
NJSD Students Participating in "Hour of Code" Dec. 4-10
Neenah students will be among over 100 million students globally who will participate in an "Hour of Code" during the week of Dec. 4-10.
Consider a Gift to the Neenah Joint School District
Did you know the Neenah Joint School District has over 40 designated, scholarship and special project funds to assist students in enhancing their education?
Eleven Neenah Schools Increase Scores on 2016-17 State Report Cards
Eleven Neenah Joint School District schools increased their overall score and the District achieved an overall "Exceeds Expectations" rating on the 2016-17 state report card data from the Department of Public Instruction.
Vera and Carol Tipler Awards Presented to NJSD Staff Members
Four grants have been awarded to NJSD staff members through the Vera and Carol Tipler Awards.
Special Olympians to be Featured Alongside Varsity Basketball Team on Nov. 16
One of Neenah High School's most uplifting annual events takes place on Thursday, Nov. 16 when the Special Olympics basketball team takes center stage with the varsity boys basketball team.
Osero Takes Diving Title as Rockets Place Sixth at State
Neenah High School sophomore Av Osero successfully defended her individual state diving championship and Neenah posted its highest finish ever at the state swimming and diving meet Saturday in Madison.
Three Neenah Students Earn National Merit Commendation
Three Neenah High School seniors have been named commended students for the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program.
Neenah High School Offering Free ACT Prep Classes for Juniors
Neenah High School is offering free ACT prep classes in February for current juniors.
Horace Mann Dedicates Community Blessing Box
Neenah community members will have the opportunity to get needed assistance and help others with the addition of a "Blessing Box" in front of Horace Mann Middle School.
Risgaard Captures WIAA State Individual Girls Tennis Title
Neenah High School senior Kiki Risgaard captured the WIAA state girls tennis singles title with five straight-set wins over the weekend in Madison. Risgaard became the second Neenah player to win a state girls singles title, joining Tami Whitlinger who won four straight from 1983-86.
Eleven Neenah Schools Repeat as Wisconsin School Health Award Winners
For the second straight year, 11 schools from the Neenah Joint School District were among the 68 winners of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's 2017 Wisconsin School Health Awards.
Fall Musical "Damn Yankees" Opens Oct. 12
Neenah High School will host six shows of its fall musical, Damn Yankees, beginning on Thurs., Oct. 12 in Pickard Auditorium. Tickets are now on sale for all shows both online and at the high school.
Governor Walker Signs State Budget at Tullar Elementary
Tullar Elementary School hosted Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker's signing of the state budget on Sept. 21.
Homecoming Activities Set for Sept. 25-30
A full week of activities highlight the Neenah High School homecoming week set for Sept. 25-30.
Lakeview Pajama and Hat Day Nets $2,250 for Hurricane Victims
A simple pajama and hat day at Lakeview Elementary turned into significant assistance for hurricane victims in Texas and Florida.
Schumacher Transitions from Classroom to Clayton Principal
After 18 years of teaching in the Neenah Joint School District, Amy Schumacher has been named the principal at Clayton Elementary School.
Student-Led Convocation Welcomes Back NJSD Staff
Senior McKenna Seegers and the Touch of Class orchestra welcomed back the Neenah Joint School District staff with a student-led convocation for the eighth straight year.
Neenah Students Earn Advanced Placement Scholar Awards
Neenah High School had 64 students honored for exceptional achievement on Advanced Placement exams during the 2016-17 school year, including Dante Cardelli, who qualified for the National AP Scholar Award.
Neenah Fishing Team Wins State Team of the Year Award
A highly successful season for the Neenah High School fishing team has resulted in the team earning the inaugural Wisconsin Interscholastic Fishing Association High School Team of the Year Award.
Neenah Elementary Students to Benefit From Mental Health Grant
Elementary school students in the Neenah Joint School District will benefit from a school-based mental health program with a $300,000 grant through the Basic Needs Giving Partnership of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region.
Gross Named Neenah High School Softball Coach
Neenah High School didn't have to look far for a new varsity softball coach as Shattuck Middle School teacher Steven Gross has been named to the position.
Neenah Joint School District to Re-Dedicate Williams Tennis Courts
One of Neenah's longtime coaches will be honored posthumously on July 26 when the Neenah Joint School District re-dedicates the Ivy Williams tennis courts near Shattuck Middle School.
Online Registration Now Open for 2017-18 School Year
Online Registration is now available for Neenah Joint School District families for the 2017-18 school year.
Seven Neenah Schools Receive Positive Behavior Awards
Seven Neenah Joint School District schools have been rewarded for their work with developing positive behaviors in schools by the Wisconsin Response to Intervention Center.
Neenah Boys Tennis Team Finishes as State Runner-Up
Neenah High School's boys tennis team finished as state runner-up for the second straight year and third time in five years at the WIAA state team tournament over the weekend in Madison.
Ross Named Neenah Varsity Boys Soccer Coach
A longtime area youth soccer coach, Brian Ross has been named the head coach of the Neenah High School boys varsity program.
Neenah High School Names Top Senior Student Award Winners
Neenah High School honored students for accomplishments in academics, athletics and music with senior awards presented during the graduation rehearsal on May 31.
Shattuck Students Win Wisconsin Crystal Growing Competition
Shattuck Middle School students Brookyln Anderson and Nick Bentley were winners of the Wisconsin Crystal Growing Contest through the UW-Madison Department of Chemistry.
Neenah High School to Graduate 431 Seniors on May 31
Neenah High School will graduate 431 seniors at commencement ceremonies on Wed., May 31 at 7 p.m. in the Ron Einerson Fieldhouse.
Shattuck Velocity Earns Ascend Gold Medal for Math Intervention Success
The Velocity program at Shattuck Middle School was one of only two schools in Wisconsin and one of 32 nationwide to receive an Ascend Gold Medal for its implementation of an online math intervention program.
Mental Health Awareness Event Planned for June 16
An inaugural event to raise awareness for mental health services in the Fox Valley will be held on June 16 at Fox Cities Racquet Club in Appleton.
NJSD to Host 13 Reasons Why Community Discussion
The Neenah Joint School District, in conjunction with Post-Crescent Media, will host a panel discussion for parents, staff, students and concerned community members to address the issues raised by the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why and to talk about ways to prevent suicide and build resilience for children.
Neenah Selects Murnane as Activities Director and Associate Principal
A four-year veteran Activities Director and Associate Principal, Josh Murnane has been selected for the same position within the Neenah Joint School District. The position is pending school board approval.
Neenah Joint School District Honors 13 Retirees
A group of 13 Neenah Joint School District staff members will retire after the 2016-17 school year. The group consists of three certified teaching staff members and 10 non-certified employees.
Neenah Joint School District Earns Prestigious Well Workplace Award
The Neenah Joint School District has been recognized as one of "America's Healthiest Companies" with a prestigious Well Workplace Award from the Wellness Council of America.
NJSD Names 2016-17 Employees of the Year
Eight individuals and one team of staff members have been recognized as the Neenah Joint School District?s Employees of the Year for the 2016-17 school year.
Pacolt Receives UW-Stevens Point Outstanding High School Biology Teacher Award
Neenah High School biology teacher Dianne Pacolt has been selected as an Outstanding Teacher of High School Biology by the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Biology Department.
Neenah High School to Perform James and the Giant Peach April 27-30
Neenah High School's spring drama event will feature a family-friendly production with four showings of James and the Giant Peach April 27-30 in Pickard Auditorium.
Roosevelt and Taft Earn State Title I School of Recognition Awards
Roosevelt and Taft Elementary Schools in Neenah have been chosen as 2016-17 Wisconsin Title I School of Recognition Award recipients by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Governor Walker Makes First Visit to Neenah High School
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker experienced some of Neenah?s art and music talent and touted increased spending for public education during a visit to Neenah High School on Thursday.
Heidl-Knobloch and Rockweit Earn CAPP Adjunct of the Year Awards
Neenah High School English teachers Jennifer Heidl-Knobloch and Tara Rockweit have been selected as winners of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Cooperative Academic Partnership Program (CAPP) Adjunct of the Year award.
Neenah High School Students Spend Spring Break on Kentucky Service Trip
While some Neenah high school students spent their spring breaks on beaches or just simply relaxing, a group of students assisted in building housing projects for elderly people in rural Kentucky.
Five Individuals Selected to Neenah Joint School District Hall of Fame
Five prominent alumni and former staff members of the Neenah Joint School District will comprise the District's third annual Hall of Fame class in 2017.
Neenah Joint School District Teams With Georgia-Pacific for "STEAM Saturday"
Neenah elementary students will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive, hands-on learning experience in cooperation with Georgia-Pacific on Sat., April 8 at Neenah High School.
Mory and Kemppainen Receive Kohl Foundation Awards
Neenah teacher Andra Mory and student Kim Kemppainen were both honored with awards from the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation. Mory received a Teacher Fellowship Award, while Kemppainen was the recipient of an Excellence Scholarship.
Neenah to Host State Special Olympics Basketball Skills Competition March 25
Over 260 athletes from across the state will compete at Neenah High School on Saturday, March 25 in the Special Olympics of Wisconsin basketball skills competition in the Ron Einerson Fieldhouse.
Former Superintendent George Grigsby Passes Away at 89
George Grigsby, the second-longest tenured superintendent in Neenah Joint School District history, passed away on Sunday, March 19 at the age of 89.
Neenah Graduate Tristain Prosper Named Inaugural Ripken Scholarship Winner
Tristain Prosper, a 2016 graduate of Neenah High School, has been named the inaugural recipient of the National Ripken Foundation Scholar Award. Prosper is the only recipient of the award that carries a $50,000 college scholarship.
Neenah Middle Schools to Perform Lion King, JR. March 9-12
Neenah middle school students will perform five shows of The Lion King, JR. on the weekend of March 9-12 in Pickard Auditorium at Neenah High School.
Local Businesses Invited to Participate in Inaugural Business/Education Summit
Neenah High School administrators, faculty and students will meet with representatives from local companies as part of the inaugural Business and Education Summit on March 20 from 5-7 p.m. at the high school.
Neenah Schools Remain Focused on Mental Health Issues and Services
The Neenah Joint School District continues to be at the forefront of mental health issues with numerous services for its students and families unique to districts across the state.
4K and Kindergarten Enrollment Set for Feb. 13-16
Enrollment for four-year-old and five-year-old kindergarten in the Neenah Joint School District will take place Feb. 13-16 at the Administration Building at 401 S. Commercial St.
High School Winter Comedy Set for Feb. 2-4
Neenah High School's Rocket Players will host four shows of the Musical Comedy Murders of 1940 for the winter drama Feb. 2-4 in Pickard Auditorium.
Neenah Rocket Blast-Off 5K Set for March 4
The Neenah High School boys track and field team will host the 11th annual Rocket Blast Off 5K run/walk on Sat., March 4 at Memorial Park in Neenah.
Moore Named Neenah Joint School District Wellness Coordinator
Employee wellness has been an area of focus for the Neenah Joint School District in recent years and it now has a new leader in Sara Moore.
Neenah School District Representatives Invited to State of the State Address
The Neenah Joint School District will be the lone public school district represented at Governor Scott Walker's State of the State Address on Tuesday, Jan. 10 at the state capitol in Madison. A group of students and staff members received a special invitation from the Governor.
Orchestra Students to Perform With Barrage 8 on Feb. 22
Neenah orchestra students from middle school through high school will have the opportunity to perform on stage with the national touring group Barrage 8 during a concert on Wed., Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Pickard Auditorium.
Retired Neenah Teacher Named Wisconsin's Poet Laureate
A retired Neenah High School English teacher has been named Wisconsin's Poet Laureate by the Wisconsin Poet Laureate Commission.
Pickard Auditorium to Host Wrestling Match on Jan. 5
A unique venue will host a high school wrestling match for the first time on Thurs., Jan. 5 when Neenah and Hortonville square off on the stage of historic Pickard Auditorium.
Three Neenah Schools Rank in Top 25 of State Report Card Scores
Three Neenah Joint School District schools' recent state report card scores ranked among the top 25 schools statewide at their respective level.
Moriarty Retires From Neenah Girls Volleyball After 19 Seasons
Fresh off Neenah High School's first state girls volleyball championship since 1978, head coach Bruce Moriarty has decided to call it a career.
Neenah Hosting Most Likely to Succeed Film Screening on Dec. 8
The Neenah High School Arete Academy will host a free public showing of the film, Most Likely to Succeed, with a discussion to follow, on Thursday, December 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the Shattuck Middle School Auditorium.
Neenah Schools Continue to Score High on State Report Cards
Every school in the Neenah Joint School District maintained its high rankings by meeting or exceeding state expectations in the recently released 2015-16 state report card data from the Department of Public Instruction.
Special Olympians to be Featured Alongside Varsity Basketball Team on Nov. 17
One of Neenah High School's most uplifting annual events takes place on Thursday when the Special Olympics basketball team takes center stage with the varsity boys basketball team.
Osero Wins State Girls Diving Championship
Neenah High School freshman Av Osero became the school's fourth WIAA Division state girls diving champion in the past five years at Saturday's state meet in Madison.
Girls Volleyball Team Captures First State Championship Since 1978
Neenah captured its first WIAA state girls volleyball championship since 1978 with a three-set sweep of Burlington on Nov. 5 at the Resch Center in Green Bay.
Neenah Test Scores Outperform State Averages
Neenah Joint School District students outperformed students across the state in every area of recently released Wisconsin Student Assessment System results for public school students in grades 3-11.
Neenah Mill Rate Drops 52 Cents to Remain Well Below State Average
Taxpayers in Neenah will see a significant decrease in payments to the Neenah Joint School District in 2017 as the District's mill rate will drop 52 cents and remain the lowest in the Fox Valley at $8.05.
Girls Tennis Team Earns Runner-up in Third Straight State Finals Appearance
Neenah's girls tennis team made its third consecutive appearance in the WIAA Division 1 state championship match and fell just short of its second straight title in a 4-3 loss to Homestead on Oct. 22 in Madison
Arete Academy Receives $10,000 Grow Rural Education Grant
Neenah High School's Arete Academy received a $10,000 grant from the America's Farmers Grow Rural Education Program to help develop a greenhouse area behind the school.
Price and Risgaard Capture State Girls Tennis Doubles Title
Senior Christina Price and junior Kiki Risgaard rolled to Neenah's first WIAA state girls tennis doubles championship since 2002 with straight set victories in all five of their matches over the weekend in Madison.
Horace Mann, Hoover and Spring Road Receive National Action for Healthy Kids Grants
Two Neenah schools are among 85 schools nationwide to receive $1,000 grants from Action for Healthy Kids for initiatives that support schools in promoting health and wellness.
Roekle Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist
Neenah High School senior Ryan Roekle has been named a semifinalist for the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program.
Neenah Homecoming Activities Benefit Neenah Students and Families in Need
A full week of free family activities benefitting the Neenah High School Orbit will highlight the Neenah Joint School District Homecoming Week set for Oct. 10-14.
Fall Musical "Spamalot" Opens Sept. 29 for Six Shows
Neenah High School will host six shows of its fall musical, Spamalot, beginning on Thurs., Sept. 29 in Pickard Auditorium. Tickets are now on sale for all shows both online and at the high school.
Horace Mann Students Return to Camp Anokijig Sept. 19-23
Students from Horace Mann Middle School will enjoy a unique outdoor learning experience for the second straight year at Camp Anokijig in Sheboygan County Sept. 19-23.
Three Neenah Schools Earn Let's Move! Active Schools National Awards
Horace Mann and Shattuck Middle Schools and Spring Road Elementary School in Neenah were among 21 Wisconsin schools honored as Let's Move! Active Schools National Award winners.
Eleven Neenah Schools Earn Wisconsin School Health Awards
Eleven schools from the Neenah Joint School District were among the 68 winners of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction's 2016 Wisconsin School Health Awards.
NJSD Wellness Center Now Open
The Neenah Joint School District Health and Wellness Center officially opened on Sept. 7. Staff members and their families are welcome to make appointments or simply walk in during open hours.
Neenah Sweeps WIAA Tennis Sportsmanship Awards
Neenah High School was the only school to earn multiple WIAA state tournament sportsmanship awards during 2015-16, earning the honor in girls and boys tennis.
NJSD Staff Members Use First Day to Support Those in Need
Neenah Joint School District staff members made generous donations to those in their local community and beyond as part of their first day of the 2016-17 school year on August 29.
Student-Led Convocation Welcomes Back NJSD Staff
A student-led convocation welcomed back Neenah Joint School District staff for the 2016-17 school year.
Neenah Students Earn Advanced Placement Scholar Awards
Neenah High School had 74 students honored for exceptional achievement on Advanced Placement exams during the 2015-16 school year, including Ian de Wet and Adelle Sturgell, who qualified for the National AP Scholar Award.
Neenah High School Season Passes Now Available
Fans of Neenah High School athletics will have the opportunity to purchase season passes for both home and away events for the upcoming 2016-17 school year.
Neenah Students Participate in Badger Boys and Girls State Programs
Seven Neenah High School students participated in the weeklong Badger Boys and Girls State program this summer to learn more about government and leadership.
Students Honored in Neenah Library Poetry Contest
A total of 13 students from various grade levels were honored for their creative writing in the annual Neenah Public Library Proces Poetry Prize Contest.
New Online Registration System Set for 2016-17
Families of Neenah Joint School District students should watch their U.S. mail for information regarding a new online registration system for 2016-17.
Shattuck and Horace Mann Receive National Healthy Schools Award
Two Neenah middle schools are among an elite group of schools nationwide honored with a National Healthy Schools Award by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Volunteers Sought for Human Growth and Development Committee
The Neenah Joint School District is seeking volunteers to serve on an advisory committee that will assist in reviewing the human growth and development curriculum.
Luft Named Principal at Roosevelt/Alliance
A longtime Neenah Joint School District teacher has been named the new principal at Roosevelt and Alliance Elementary Schools.
Four Neenah Schools Receive Positive Behavior Awards
Four Neenah Joint School District elementary schools have been rewarded for their work with developing positive behaviors in schools by the Wisconsin Response to Intervention Center.
Retiring Neenah Employees Choose Books for School Libraries
A total of 16 Neenah Joint School District employees who are retiring following the 2015-16 school year have selected books to be placed in their respective school's library.
Neenah Joint School District Awarded $75,000 Project Lead the Way Grant
Every Neenah Joint School District elementary class will add Project Lead the Way Launch activities to their science curriculum as a result of a $75,000 grant from Bemis Company, Inc.
Fifth Graders Compete in City-Wide Spelling Bee
Eliza Duimstra of New Hope Christian School won the 53rd annual Neenah city-wide fifth grade spelling bee, outlasting 14 other competitors on May 6 at the Boys and Girls Brigade.
Neenah Joint School District Names 2015-16 Employees of the Year
Eight individuals and one team of teachers have been recognized as the Neenah Joint School District's Employees of the Year for the 2015-16 school year.
Neenah Alumni Asked to Participate in Graduate Directory
Alumni of Neenah High School are asked to respond to a request for biographical information for a graduate directory.
Chrisman Transitions to Hoover Principal Role
Melissa Chrisman will move into a new principal role in Neenah at Hoover Elementary after spending the past two years at Roosevelt Elementary and Alliance Charter Schools.
Myers Selected to Attend National Math and Science Academy
Lakeview Elementary fourth grade teacher Alisia Myers is one of two Wisconsin teachers and 154 teachers nationwide selected to participate in the weeklong Mickelson Teachers Academy July 17-22 in Jersey City, N.J.
Dorner Named CAPP Program Adjunct of the Year Award Winner
Neenah High School chemistry teacher Shelley Dorner has been named one of five inaugural winners of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh CAPP Adjunct of the Year award.
Spoehr Concludes Nine-Year Term to Board of Education
Jeff Spoehr concluded nine years of service to the Neenah Joint School District Board of Education at the April 19 meeting.
Barnes Earns WIAA Scholar Athlete Award
With 10 varsity letters and success in the classroom and community, Neenah High School senior Alyssa Barnes has been honored as a recipient of the WIAA Scholar-Athlete Award.
Memorial Benches Available in Neenah High School Hallways
A group of Neenah High School students have been creating projects to better their school and community. The group, called Future Forward Neenah, has been established as a way for students to leave their physical mark in their school and community through a variety of projects.
Two Neenah Projects Awarded $5,000 Grants From SCA
Two Neenah Joint School District projects were each recipients of $5,000 environmental education grants from SCA.
Neenah High School Spring Comedy Set for April 14-16
Neenah High School will host four showings of the comedy "After Juliet" for the school's spring play April 14-16 in Pickard Auditorium.
Foulks Receives National Diving Coaching Award
Neenah High School boys and girls diving coach Tim Foulks has been named a recipient of the David H. Robertson Award by the National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association of America.
Renowned Autism Speaker to Hold Public Forum at Shattuck Middle School
An international speaker and noted author on a variety of autism-related topics will hold a public presentation on April 27 at 7 p.m. in the Shattuck Middle School Auditorium in Neenah.
Roosevelt Student Elisa Hein Receives Carson Scholarship Award
Roosevelt Elementary fifth grade student Elisa Hein has been selected as the school's first winner of a $1,000 college scholarship from the Carson Scholars Fund.
Sturgell Receives Kohl Excellence Scholarship
Neenah High School senior Adelle Sturgell has been selected as a Herb Kohl Excellence Scholarship recipient for her exceptional scholarship, leadership, citizenship and school and community involvement.
Neenah Joint School District Receives Future Neenah Civic Partner Award
With numerous student and staff groups giving back to their local community, the Neenah Joint School District has been honored with the Civic Partner of the Year Award from Future Neenah.
Neenah High School Seeking Summer Lifeguards
Neenah High School is seeking lifeguards for 2016 summer swimming lessons. There will be two sessions offered during the summer from June 13-July 7 and July 18-August 11. The lessons will take place from 4-6:15 p.m.
Neenah Middle Schools Present High School Musical, Jr.
Students from Shattuck and Horace Mann Middle Schools will present five shows of Disney's High School Musical, Jr. on the weekend of March 17-20 in the Shattuck Auditorium.
Free Love and Logic Refresher Course Offered
Neenah Joint School District parents who have previously participated in the Love and Logic course will have the opportunity to participate in an upcoming two-day refresher course.
Seven Individuals Selected to Neenah Joint School District Hall of Fame
Seven prominent alumni and former staff members of the Neenah Joint School District comprise the District's second annual Hall of Fame class in 2016.
Elkin and Lindemann Named State Hockey Coaches of the Year
Neenah High School co-head boys hockey coaches Mike Elkin and Jeff Lindemann have been named the Bob Johnson state coaches of the year by the Wisconsin Hockey Coaches Association.
More Students to Receive Transportation in 2016-17
Nearly every student in the Neenah Joint School District who lives more than two miles from school will be eligible for transportation in 2016-17 following a policy change by the Board of Education at its March 1 meeting.
Air Force Band of Mid-America to Perform at Pickard Auditorium
The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America will hold a free performance at Pickard Auditorium at Neenah High School on Sat., March 19. The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. and doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Neenah to Host Screening of "Most Likely to Succeed"
The future of education will be the focus when the Neenah Joint School District hosts the Fox Valley's first screening of the film "Most Likely to Succeed" on March 9 in Pickard Auditorium at Neenah High School.
Neenah Seniors Participate in Youth Apprenticeship Day at the State Capitol
Neenah High School seniors Alex Mootz and Irik Lloyd spent their day on Feb. 18 at the State Capitol in Madison speaking to legislators about their opportunities in the Youth Apprenticeship program.
Neenah Schools Add Wellness Center
Neenah Joint School District staff members and their families will have the opportunity to have their medical needs addressed on-site with the addition of a Wellness Center at Shattuck Middle School.
Wide Variety of Summer Courses Available to NJSD Students
A wide array of unique course offerings that appeal to students at all levels and abilities are part of the Neenah Joint School District?s 2016 summer program.
Neenah Rocket Blast-Off 5K Set for March 5
The Neenah High School boys track and field team will host the 10th annual Rocket Blast Off 5K run/walk on Sat., March 5 at Memorial Park in Neenah.
Orchestra Students to Host Concert With Mark Wood on Feb. 18
Emmy-winning composer and former Trans-Siberian Orchestra member Mark Wood will join the Neenah middle school and high school orchestras for an electrifying performance on Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. in Pickard Auditorium.
Winter Drama "Anatomy of Gray" Set for Feb. 4-6
Neenah High School's Rocket Players will perform four shows of "Anatomy of Gray" for their Winter Drama Feb. 4-6 in Pickard Auditorium.
Neenah Students Exceed State Averages on Student Assessments
Neenah students outperformed state averages at all levels in both English/Language Arts and Mathematics as part of the Wisconsin Student Assessment System.
Kindergarten and 4K Enrollment Set for Feb. 8-12
Enrollment week has been set for Feb. 8-12 for the Neenah Joint School District five-year-old and four-year-old kindergarten programs.
Magnet Program Registration Deadline January 4
The registration deadline for enrollment in the Neenah Joint School District magnet program is Mon., Jan. 4.
Shattuck Library Earns Wisconsin Library of the Month Award
Shattuck Middle School's library has been named the Wisconsin Library of the Month by the Wisconsin Division for Libraries and Technology.
Neenah Nation Survey Available
Alumni and community members are welcome to provide feedback regarding the Neenah Nation, which will connect all stakeholders with the District.
Werner to Lead Neenah Boys Soccer Program
Neenah High School didn't have to look far for its new head boys soccer coach as Activities Director Nate Werner has been selected to lead the Rockets' program.
Kohlmeyers Receive Neenah Passion for Excellence Award
Having coordinated numerous activities to assist students at Shattuck Middle School, Dave and Dana Kohlmeyer have been selected as recipients of the Neenah Board of Education Passion for Excellence Award.
Community Service a Key Part of Freshman Seminar Activities
Ninth grade students at Neenah High School performed numerous acts of community service this fall as part of the Freshman Seminar program, benefitting individuals and organizations throughout the local area.
Kelderman Retires as State's Winningest Boys Soccer Coach
With more wins than any boys soccer coach in Wisconsin high school history, Harry Kelderman has announced his retirement after 36 seasons as head coach at Neenah High School.
One-Act Play Collects Numerous Awards at State Theatre Festival
Neenah High School's one-act play "Bubble Boy" earned numerous awards at the State Theatre Festival last weekend in Whitewater.
Special Olympians to be Featured Alongside Varsity Basketball Team on Nov. 19
Neenah High School's Special Olympics basketball team will compete in a prime time game in the Ron Einerson Fieldhouse following the varsity boys basketball team's annual "Meet the Rockets" night on Nov. 19.
Neenah High School Art Students Create Veterans Memorial Display
Art students at Neenah High School partnered with students in the technology education department to create a unique display honoring our nation's veterans that was unveiled on Veterans Day.
Spring Road Wins Community Running Challenge Award
Spring Road Elementary School in Neenah earned first place in the medium school division of the School Specialty School Challenge for participation in the recent Community First Fox Cities Marathon events.
Van Handel Named State Girls Tennis Coach of the Year
After leading Neenah to its first WIAA state girls tennis championship, Kelly Van Handel has been named the Wisconsin High School Tennis Coaches Association Division 1 Coach of the Year.
Neenah Captures State Girls Tennis Championship
Neenah's girls tennis team captured its first WIAA state championship with a 4-3 win over Brookfield East on Saturday at the Nielsen Tennis Center in Madison.
Roosevelt and Alliance Partner With Georgia-Pacific for STEM Night
Roosevelt and Alliance Elementary Schools partnered with Georgia-Pacific for a family night of STEM activities on Oct. 15.
Neenah Girls Team Up With Local Professionals at "Smart Girls Rock"
Over 70 Neenah High School freshman and sophomore girls teamed up with female professionals from throughout the Fox Valley in the inaugural "Smart Girls Rock" event on Oct. 20.
Neenah High School Students Explore Options at College and Career Conference
Neenah High School students had the opportunity to explore a variety of post-secondary and career options at a College and Career Conference on Oct. 19.
Magnet Program Informational Meeting and Registration Dates Set
A meeting for parents interested in enrolling their children in the Neenah Joint School District magnet program will be held on Nov. 10 at 5pm in the Shattuck Middle School Auditorium.
"Flood the Truck" Donations Arrive in South Carolina
A truck filled with supplies donated by the local community in an event organized by two Neenah fifth grade students has arrived in South Carolina.
Taft Students Learn About Money and Take Part in Piggy Bank Contest
Third grade students at Taft Elementary School have been learning about the importance of saving money and will have a chance to start their own savings account in an upcoming piggy bank contest.
Sturgell Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist
Neenah High School senior Adelle Sturgell has been named a semifinalist for the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program.
Neenah Students Organize Aid Project for South Carolina Flood Victims
Two Neenah fifth grade students enlisted the help of N&M Transfer Company to create a "Flood the Truck" event to aid victims in cleanup of the recent flooding in South Carolina.
Neenah Parents Learn Parenting Skills Through Love and Logic Seminar
Counselors and psychologists in the Neenah Joint School District are helping parents tackle many of their toughest issues in a seminar called "Parenting the Love and Logic Way."
Inaugural Hall of Fame Banquet Ceremonies Held Oct. 3
Ten of the Neenah Joint School District's most prominent alumni and former employees were honored at the District's inaugural Hall of Fame banquet on Sat., Oct. 3 at Bridgewood Resort in Neenah.
Fall Musical Set for Six Shows Oct. 15-17 and 23-25
The Neenah High School fall musical, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, is set for six shows on two October weekends in Pickard Auditorium.
Kleuskens Named Neenah High School Wrestling Coach
An assistant coach for the past two WIAA Division 1 state championship wrestling teams, Kyle Kleuskens has been named the head coach at Neenah High School.
Neenah Homecoming Activities Benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation
A full week of free family activities benefitting the Make-A-Wish Foundation will highlight the Neenah Joint School District Homecoming Week set for Sept. 28-Oct. 2.
Neenah Schools to Host Unique Event for Elementary Parents
A unique and free event will be held in the Neenah Joint School District to connect elementary school parents with professionals from various local services and organizations.
Three Neenah Schools Receive Wisconsin School Health Awards
Three Neenah schools were among 34 schools statewide that earned Wisconsin School Health Awards from the Department of Public Instruction.
Neenah Students Record Highest ACT Scores Since 2011
Neenah graduates posted their highest ACT scores since 2011 with a 24.2 composite score.
Technology a Major Focus for Neenah Students in 2015-16
All Neenah Joint School District students in grades 3-12 are using their own personal computing device beginning in the 2015-16 school year.
Lang and Padgham Selected as Student Board Representatives
Neenah High School students David Lang and Beatrice Padgham have been selected to serve as student representatives to the Neenah Board of Education during the 2015-16 school year.
Student-Led Convocation Welcomes Back NJSD Staff
For the sixth straight year, a unique student-led convocation welcomed back Neenah Joint School District staff members in Pickard Auditorium.
Lifeguard Position Openings
The Neenah High School pool is seeking certified lifeguards to assist with Saturday morning swimming lessons in the fall
Season Passes Now Available for Neenah High School Events
Fans of Neenah High School athletics will have the opportunity to purchase season passes for both home and away events for the upcoming 2015-16 school year.
Neenah Sixth Grade Students to Take Part in Unique Outdoor Learning Experience
Sixth grade students in the Neenah Joint School District will have the unique opportunity for outdoor learning and team building by spending two days at Camp Anokijig in Sheboygan County.
Neenah Students Earn Advanced Placement Scholar Awards
Neenah High School had 77 students honored for exceptional achievement on Advanced Placement exams during the 2014-15 school year, including four students who qualified for the National AP Scholar Award.
Used Neenah School Equipment Benefits Children in Liberia
About 100 desks no longer used by Neenah students will be delivered to students in Liberia through a donation by the Neenah Joint School District to the International Children's Fund (ICF).
Hertting Receives Presidential Excellence in Teaching Award
Neenah High School science teacher Scott Hertting has been awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The award is one of the highest honors in teaching and is bestowed on just two teachers from each state and 108 total teachers nationwide.
Students Honored in Neenah Public Library Poetry Contest
A total of 12 students from various grade levels were honored for their creative writing in the annual Neenah Public Library Proces Poetry Prize Contest.
Horace Mann Receives National Healthy Schools Award
Horace Mann Middle School in Neenah is one of 250 schools nationwide honored as with a National Healthy Schools Award by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Galloway Named Wisconsin Boys Golf Player of the Year
Neenah High School junior Sam Galloway has been named the Golf Coaches Association of Wisconsin State Player of the Year.
Vote for Coolidge to Win Playground Equipment
Help Coolidge Elementary win $20,000 for its Playground Project through the Let's Play grant courtesy of Dr. Pepper and Snapple. Vote once per day through June 29.
Rabas Named Neenah High School Boys Basketball Coach
A highly successful local junior college men's basketball coach over the past six years, Lee Rabas has been named the head boys basketball coach at Neenah High School.
Galloway Captures WIAA State Boys Golf Individual Title
Junior Sam Galloway became the second Neenah High School athlete to win a WIAA state boys golf individual title by shooting a two-under par 142 to capture the Division 1 crown Tuesday at University Ridge Golf Course in Madison.
Nick Dohr Golf Outing to Benefit Rocket Stadium Set for August 8
Join the Neenah Quarterback Club in its efforts to renovate Rocket Stadium at the third annual Nick Dohr Golf Outing on Sat., August 8.
Spring Road and Hoover Receive Safe Routes to School Awards
Spring Road Elementary and Hoover Elementary Schools in Neenah have been recognized for their efforts in helping students walk to school with awards by the East Central Safe Routes to School Program.
Horace Mann Students Walking to Benefit Trestle Trail Victims
Students at Horace Mann Middle School in Neenah will be walking in memory of the victims of the recent shooting at the Trestle Trail bridge during the school's upcoming walk-a-thon on May 22.
NJSD Inducts 21 into Quarter Century Club
Over 500 years of Neenah Joint School District teaching experience was honored on Wednesday night at the District's 52nd annual Quarter Century Club Dinner at the Riverwalk Hotel.
Orbit Continues to Assist Neenah Families
A project that began in the fall of 2014 has assisted numerous families across the Neenah Joint School District with basic household items.
Neenah Finance Bowl Team Captures State Championship
Neenah High School's Finance Bowl team of Matt Bourland, Ally Kaul, Olivia Stindt and Evan Thomsen captured the state championship on April 29 in Milwaukee.
Fifth Graders Compete in Neenah City-Wide Spelling Bee
Neenah's top fifth grade spellers competed in the 52nd annual city spelling bee on Friday with Kalyan Krueger-Olson of Alliance Charter Elementary taking the title at the Boys' and Girls' Brigade.
Eight Individuals Honored as 2014-15 NJSD Employees of the Year
Eight individuals have been recognized as the Neenah Joint School District's Employees of the Year for the 2014-15 school year.
Neenah Joint School District Staff Improves Wellness Through Vitality Program
Neenah Joint School District employees have made an added emphasis on wellness during the 2014-15 school year by participating in the Humana Vitality program.
Hoover Elementary Students to Work With Musicians in Residency
Hoover Elementary students will have the chance to learn from two well-known children's musicians as Tom Pease and Stuart Stotts spend three days in residency and prepare students for an all-school concert on May 15.
Neenah High School Students Take Part in Safe Driving Week
Through a partnership with the Winnebago County Safe Driving Coalition, students at Neenah High School are learning about safe driving through a week's worth of activities April 20-25.
Autism Awareness Event Set for May 7 at Shattuck Middle School
Autism awareness within the Fox Cities will be the focus of an informational event on May 7 at Shattuck Middle School in Neenah.
Neenah Captures Special Olympics State Basketball Championship
Neenah High School's Special Olympics basketball team captured a state championship by winning its division at the state indoor sports tournament on April 12 in Oshkosh.
Neenah High School Spring Comedy Set for April 16-18
Neenah High School's Rocket Players will present their annual spring comedy production with four shows of "The Man Who Came to Dinner" on April 16-18 in Pickard Auditorium.
Coolidge Elementary Awarded Fellowship Grant for Project-Based Learning
Coolidge Elementary teachers have been awarded a fellowship grant from the Department of Public Instruction in connection with the School of Recognition Award the school earned last fall.
Horace Mann Teacher to Participate in Amherst College Fellowship
Horace Mann Middle School teacher Anna Zimmers is one of 16 teachers nationwide selected to participate in a five-week summer seminar on Punishment, Politics and Culture at Amherst College in Massachusetts.
Three Neenah Teachers and Two Students Receive Kohl Foundation Awards
For the first time in 21 years, the Neenah Joint School District has three teachers who received Fellowships from the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation in the same year. In addition, two Neenah senior students were honored with Kohl Excellence Scholarships.
Registration Set for Suzuki Talent Education Program
Registration for the Suzuki Talent Education Program is due April 3. Click on the header for more information and meeting dates.
NJSD Names Inaugural Hall of Fame Inductees
A distinguished group of 10 alumni and former teachers in the Neenah Joint School District have been honored as inaugural members of the District's Hall of Fame.
Neenah Students Capture Four Awards at Fox Valley Glass Exhibition
Four Neenah High School students were among the eight total award winners at the 2015 Fox Valley Area High School Glass Exhibition.
Neenah Middle School Students to Perform Little Mermaid, Jr.
Neenah middle school students will perform four shows of the Disney production Little Mermaid, Jr. March 12-15 at the Shattuck Middle School Auditorium.
Neenah Joint School District Names Two Elementary Principals
The Neenah Joint School District has selected two individuals to fill principal vacancies at Clayton and Taft Elementary Schools.
Neenah Students Honored for Habitat for Humanity Project
A project that started behind the idea of 2014 Neenah High School graduate Nick Munce and became a collaboration of students from seven local high schools was recognized on Feb. 24.
Digital Electronics Classes Team With Bemis Company, Inc. for Career Education
Students in Neenah High Schools digital electronics classes teamed with representatives from Bemis Company, Inc. to learn career success strategies on how to get and keep a job in high-growth industries.
VEX Robotics Teams Qualify for National and World Competitions
Neenah High School?s VEX Robotics team had two impressive performances last week, including a winning team at the state championship meet that qualified for the world championships April 15-18 in Louisville.
Parents Invited to Social Media Safety Presentations
Neenah Joint School District parents will have the opportunity to learn about social media safety through presentations by the Winnebago County Sheriff?s Department Feb. 25 and 26.
Tullar Students Join High Schoolers in Global School Play Day
Students at Tullar Elementary joined with Neenah High School students for a day of fun and games in a Global School Play Day Feb. 5 at Tullar
Neenah High School Winter Drama Set for Feb. 5-7
Neenah High School's Rocket Players will perform four shows of the drama "Unspoken For Time" Feb. 5-7 in Pickard Auditorium.
NJSD Connections Newsletter - January 2015
Check out the latest edition of the NJSD Connections staff and community newsletter.
Neenah Parents Learn Parenting Skills Through Love and Logic Seminar
Another edition of the popular parenting seminar called ?Parenting the Love and Logic Way? is coming to Neenah this spring. Counselors and psychologists in the Neenah Joint School District are helping parents tackle many of their toughest issues through this seminar.
Neenah Receives $50,000 Grant to Install Classroom Smart Boards
Every elementary classroom in the Neenah Joint School District will have Smart Boards for the 2015-16 school year after the District was awarded a $50,000 grant through the Wisconsin Technology Initiative.
Lakeview Elementary Student Wins Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest
Tori Rondeau, a fifth grade student at Lakeview Elementary School in Neenah, recently won the 2015 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest.
Munoz-Ellmann Named Horace Mann Principal
Jackie Munoz-Ellmann, currently principal at Clayton Elementary School, has been named the new principal at Horace Mann Middle School.
Neenah High School Staff Helps Students Through the Orbit
Families of Neenah High School students are receiving assistance through a new program called the Orbit.
Neenah Boys Basketball to Honor Past State Tournament Teams Jan. 3
A special night of tradition and history will take place Sat., Jan. 3 at the Neenah High School Fieldhouse as all 26 of Neenah?s WIAA state boys basketball tournament teams will be honored.
Neenah to Add Four-Year-Old Kindergarten Program
Children in the Neenah Joint School District will have the opportunity to attend a four-year-old kindergarten program beginning in the 2015-16 school year.
Neenah High School Wins $25,000 Grant in State Farm Contest
A recent safe driving online voting campaign netted Neenah High School a $25,000 grant from State Farm Insurance.
Community Organizations Benefit From Neenah Freshman Seminar Classes
Numerous community organizations benefitted from Neenah High School freshman students during projects by their Freshman Seminar classes this fall.
NJSD Dialogue Wins Top Community Newsletter Award
The Neenah Joint School District?s community newsletter, the Dialogue, recently received an Award of Excellence, the top honor bestowed by the Wisconsin School Public Relations Association.
Thorson Selected as Director of Business Services
The Neenah Joint School District didn't have to look far for its new Director of Business Services, selecting Director of Facilities/Engineer Andrew Thorson for the position.
Freshman Seminar Students Participate in Wellness Week
Students in Neenah High Schools Freshman Seminar classes are participating in a first-time Wellness Week. The week features a variety of workshops for students to attend to help them practice new ways to take care of themselves in times of stress, sadness and trouble. Each student will attend three sessions of their choice on three different days. Staff members are leading the sessions in a wide range of different activities.
Spring Road Elementary Partners With Georgia Pacific for STEM Night
Spring Road Elementary School hosted a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Family Night in conjunction with Georgia Pacific on Nov. 13.
Neenah Students Excel in Sumdog Math Contest
Neenah Elementary students enjoyed success in the recent Sumdog regional math contest with the top four performing classes and the top 14 individual performers.
Special Olympians to be Featured at Meet the Rockets Night on Nov. 20
Neenah High Schools Special Olympics basketball team will compete in a prime time game in the Ron Einerson Fieldhouse following the varsity boys basketball teams annual Meet the Rockets night on Nov. 20.
Veterans From Different Eras Visit Neenah Middle School Students
Veterans representing all major military branches and conflicts back to World War II spoke to students at Neenah?s Shattuck and Horace Mann Middle Schools on Nov. 7. The Veterans were from the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King and the Knights of Columbus.
Neenah Students Participate in State Honors Music Project
Neenah was represented by 12 students at the Wisconsin School Music Association State Honors Music Project last week at the State Teachers Convention in Madison.
NJSD Staff Members Participate in Youth Mental Health Training
Seven individuals from the Neenah Joint School District and local agencies are attending a week-long training in Madison to become certified trainers in Youth Mental Health First Aid.
Neenah Hosts FVA Dig For the Cure Volleyball Tournament Oct. 18
The seventh annual Fox Valley Association "Dig for the Cure" volleyball event will be held at Neenah High School's Ron Einerson Fieldhouse on Oct. 18. The event is a fundraiser among all 10 Fox Valley Association schools to help raise money and awareness for breast cancer.
Neenah Manufacturing and Engineering Students Learn From Plexus
Fifty students from Neenah High School?s Manufacturing and Engineering Academy recently had the opportunity to tour Plexus Corporation?s Neenah Operations manufacturing facility and learn hands-on experience from Plexus engineers.
Love and Logic Seminar Returns to Neenah This Fall
Counselors and psychologists in the Neenah Joint School District are helping parents tackle many of their toughest issues in a seminar called "Parenting the Love and Logic Way."
Neenah Students Earn Advanced Placement Scholar Awards
Neenah High School had 111 students honored for exceptional achievement on Advanced Placement exams during the 2013-14 school year, including five students who qualified for the National AP Scholar Award.
Kasper Receives Wisconsin Light of Wellness Healthy Behavior Award
Sandy Kasper took a courageous journey on the road to significant lifestyle changes. After dropping over 60 pounds and regaining balance in her life, the Neenah Joint School District Administrative Assistant has been named the Light of Wellness Healthy Behavior Award winner by the Wellness Council of Wisconsin.
Neenah Homecoming Takes on a Bigger Purpose
For the second straight year, Neenah High School?s Homecoming week will take on a bigger purpose, as events during the week will benefit the school?s Special Education Department in memory of a classmate.
Three Neenah Students Named National Merit Semifinalists
Three Neenah High School seniors have been selected as semifinalists for the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program.
Hoover and Spring Road Receive School Health Awards
Hoover and Spring Road Elementary Schools in Neenah have been recognized by the Wisconsin Department of Instruction with Gold Wisconsin School Health Awards.
Neenah Schools Maintain High Marks on State Report Cards
Every school in the Neenah Joint School District maintained its high rankings by meeting or exceeding state expectations in the recently released 2013-14 state report card data from the Department of Public Instruction.
Neenah Schools to Host Unique Event for Elementary Parents
A unique and free event will be held in the Neenah Joint School District to connect elementary school parents with professionals from various local services and organizations.
Neenah Joint School District Adopts New Strategic Plan for Success
"Neenah With Pride ignited by a Passion for Excellence" is the Neenah Joint School District's newly minted mission statement as adopted by the Board of Education.
Coolidge Earns State School of Recognition Award
Coolidge Elementary School in Neenah has been selected as a 2014-15 Wisconsin Title I School of Recognition Award recipient by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Hibbs-Magruder and Lang Named School Board Student Representatives
Neenah High School students Madeline Hibbs-Magruder and David Lang have been selected to serve as student representatives to the Neenah Board of Education during the 2014-15 school year.
Activities Passes on Sale at Neenah High School
Fans of Neenah High School athletics will have the opportunity to purchase season passes for the upcoming 2014-15 school year.
Neenah ACT Scores Once Again Surpass State Averages
Neenah students again posted ACT scores well above the state averages during the 2013-14 school year with a 24.1 composite score for the third straight year.
New for NJSD in 2014-15: Wilson's Playground Becomes a Reality
It was a long time coming, but students and families at Wilson Elementary finally have a new playground for the 2014-15 school year.
New for NJSD in 2014-15: We're Speaking Chinese
Neenah Joint School District students will learn Chinese firsthand from a native speaker during 2014-15 as Yan Liu has been hired through the Hanban teacher exchange program.
New for NJSD in 2014-15: Welcome Back Washington Elementary
It may be a new location and a new principal, but those are among the few changes people will see in the Neenah Joint School District's Early Learning Center in 2014-15.
Neenah Students Earn Poetry Awards From Neenah Library
Students from throughout Neenah were honored by the Neenah Public Library as part of its recent Proces Poetry Prize contest.
New for NJSD in 2014-15: Rocket Stadium Gets a Facelift
There's still plenty of work to be done, but progress is being made on the upgrades to Rocket Stadium behind Neenah High School.
New for NJSD in 2014-15: Taft Elementary Hosts Students K-5 as Boundaries Change
It's only been six years since Taft Elementary housed students from kindergarten through fifth grade, however, that seems like a distant memory with the preparations for welcoming back all six grades this fall.
Neenah Students Learn STEM Skills During Summer Academy
Neenah elementary-age students learned science, technology, engineering and manufacturing (STEM) skills during the summer months through a unique summer academy July 14-18 at Neenah High School.
New for NJSD in 2014-15: A New Look School Calendar
One of the first things Neenah students will notice when they see the 2014-15 school calendar is that some of their weekends just got a little bit longer.
Math Teachers Spend Time as Students at WSMI Courses
Math teachers from around the state are spending time in the classrooms of Neenah High School this summer as part of the Wisconsin Statewide Mathematics Initiative.
Neenah Places Fifth in WSN Cup State All-Sports Standings
Another banner athletics season with nine Fox Valley Association championships and six teams qualifying for state tournaments helped Neenah place fifth in the large schools division of the Wisconsin Sports Network Cup, which recognizes the state?s top overall athletic programs.
Quarterback Club Golf Outing on August 9 to Benefit Rocket Stadium Project
Join the Neenah Quarterback Club in its efforts to renovate Rocket Stadium at the second annual Nick Dohr Golf Outing on Sat., August 9.
New for NJSD in 2014-15: District Unveils New Digital Learning Plan
Students in the Neenah Joint School District will get even more hands-on technology use when they return to school in 2014-15 with the District's new Digital Technology Plan.
NJSD Scholarship Fund Supports Neenah High School Graduates
Neenah High School graduates earned a total of $76,000 in scholarships from the Neenah Joint School District Scholarship Fund through Oshkosh Area Community Foundation.
Neenah High School Students Assist Local Non-Profit in Logo Design
A local not-for-profit company has benefitted from the work of a Neenah High School marketing class for a recent marketing campaign.
Mayor's Golf Outing to Benefit Rocket Stadium Project
The Neenah High School Rocket Stadium project has been designated as one of the beneficiaries for the 12th annual, City of Neenah, Mayor's Golf Outing.
Boys Golf Team Achieves Excellence On and Off the Course
Neenah High School's varsity boys golf team not only had a successful season with a ninth place finish at the WIAA state tournament, but all five members of the squad were named to the Academic All-State team.
Neenah Athletes Shine at Special Olympics State Games
Neenah High School had four first place finishes as all 10 students who participated at the Special Olympics State Games in Stevens Point on June 6-7 finished among the top four in their respective events.
June Connections Newsletter Now Posted
Check out the June issue of the Connections community and staff newsletter.
Lakeview Students Participating in Unique Summer Reading Program
Selected students from Lakeview Elementary School are participating in a unique reading program to maintain reading skills over the summer months.
Girls 3200-Meter Relay Team Wins Fourth Straight State Title
For the fourth straight year, Neenah's girls 3200-meter relay captured the state championship at the WIAA state track and field meet on June 6 in La Crosse.
Cho and Hurley Chosen as Senior Class Graduation Speakers
Nathan Cho and Nicole Hurley have been selected as senior class speakers for the Neenah High School graduation ceremony on June 5.
NHS 2013-2014 Photos Available
Photographs from the 2013-14 school year at Neenah High School are available to view and purchase through the Network Photography Store
May Connections Newsletter Now Posted
Check out the May issue of the Connections community and staff newsletter.
Hameister Earns Prestigious UW-Madison Van Vleck Scholarship
Neenah High School senior Thomas Hameister has been named the recipient of the prestigious Van Vleck scholarship from the University of Wisconsin-Madison mathematics department.
Chrisman Named Principal at Roosevelt/Alliance
A 15-year teaching veteran at various elementary levels, Melissa Chrisman has been named the new principal at Neenah's Roosevelt Elementary School and Alliance Charter Elementary.
Alliance to Hold 10-Year Anniversary Celebration
Alliance Charter Elementary will celebrate the completion of its 10th year with an anniversary celebration on May 30 from 4-7 p.m.
Neenah Students Organize Local Hershey's Track and Field Meet
Over 90 local youths are registered to participate in a Hershey's Track and Field meet on Sunday, May 18 that has been organized by two Neenah High School seniors as part of the school's Key Club.
Lakeview Students Serve as Science Teachers at CESA Symposium
Lakeview Elementary fifth grade students Alicia Zhang and Rachel Strandberg had the opportunity to present a science instruction to students and teachers as part of a ?Student Centered Science Symposium? on May 9 in Oshkosh.
Neenah Parents Learn Parenting Skills Through Love and Logic Seminar
Counselors and psychologists in the Neenah Joint School District are helping parents tackle many of their toughest issues in a seminar called "Parenting the Love and Logic Way."
Fifth Graders Compete in Neenah City-Wide Spelling Bee
Neenah's top fifth grade spellers competed in the 51st annual city spelling bee on Friday.
Neenah Finance Bowl Team Places Second at State Competition
Neenah High School?s Finance Bowl team of Nathan Mulder, Jenna Butts, Trevor Nelson and Evan Thomsen placed second at the state competition in Milwaukee on April 30.
New Engineering Exploration Summer Program Offered
The Neenah Joint School District will host an Engineering Exploration summer program for students presently in kindergarten through fifth grade.
Olson Wins Congressional Art Contest
Neenah High School senior Sarah Olson will have her artwork on display at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. after winning the Wisconsin 6th Congressional District Art Show in Fond du Lac.
NJSD Names 2013-14 Employees of the Year
Eight individuals have been recognized as the Neenah Joint School District's Employees of the Year for the 2013-14 school year.
Roosevelt Students Learn Table Etiquette at the Buddy Bistro
Students at Roosevelt Elementary School in Neenah have had the opportunity to learn dining etiquette as part of a unique program called the Buddy Bistro
Neenah Forensics Excels at State Competition
The high school team had 12 students qualify for the Wisconsin High School Forensics Association meet in Madison on April 12 and all 12 brought home medals with top three finishes, including three first place performances.
Kindergarten Screening and Orientation Dates Set
NJSD Early Childhood Summer Screening Set for August 6
April Connections Newsletter Posted
Check out the April issue of the Connections staff and community newsletter.
Satellite Staff Receives NEWSPA Awards
Staff members from Neenah High School's school newspaper, the Satellite, received several awards at the recent Northeastern Wisconsin Scholastic Press Association (NEWSPA) Spring Conference in Oshkosh. Students submit writing, photographs and/or cartoons that are critiqued by professionals working in the field of Journalism, which are then ranked in the state.
Neenah Middle Schools Show Support For Local Girl
Students and staff at Neenah's Shattuck and Horace Mann Middle Schools have been working together to help a local girl with a craniofacial anomaly.
Hibbs-Magruder to Participate in Yale Global Scholars Program
A Neenah High School student will have the opportunity to spend three weeks this summer among the world?s brightest students as a participant in the Yale University Global Scholars Program.
Neenah Hall of Fame Seeks Committee Members
The Neenah Joint School District is seeking individuals to serve on the inaugural selection committee and Board of Directors for its newly formed Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame was approved by the Board of Education at its March 4, 2014 meeting and the first class will be inducted during Homecoming weekend in 2015.
Neenah High School Spring Drama Set for April 10-13
NHS Rocket Players will present their annual spring drama production with four shows of the Pulitzer Prize winning play, 'Look Homeward, Angel' on April 10-13 in Pickard Auditorium.
Spirit of Excellence Award Video Released
Check out the video celebrating Neenah's Spirit of Excellence Award.
Neenah Chess Team Captures State Championship
For the second straight year, Neenah captured the Wisconsin high school chess championship.
Johnson Named Principal at Taft Elementary
Taft Elementary School will have a familiar face in charge when it transitions to a kindergarten through fifth grade school this fall as Phil Johnson has been named the school's new principal.
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