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Today, our 5th graders received a special lesson in flag etiquette as they prepare to take on an important new roleโraising and lowering our schoolโs flag each day.
This responsibility is both an honor and a tradition, and we are proud to see our students stepping up with respect and pride.
A big thank you to Mr. Gerbracht for leading this meaningful lesson!
This responsibility is both an honor and a tradition, and we are proud to see our students stepping up with respect and pride.
A big thank you to Mr. Gerbracht for leading this meaningful lesson!
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๐ ๐ ๐๐จ๐๐ ๐๐ต๐ผ๐๐-๐ผ๐๐ ๐๐ผ ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด Ony Combined Pto ! ๐
We are beyond grateful for all the time, energy, and heart you pour into our staff, students, and community. ๐ From field trips to field days, fundraisers to cheering at gamesโyou make it all possible!
Your Ony Spirit shines bright wherever you go, and we couldnโt do it without you. ๐ Thank you for being one of our schoolโs biggest supporters and for helping make our community such a special place! ๐๐ค
#OnySpirit #ThankYouPTO #CommunityStrong #onalaska #ItsAGreatDayToBeALogger
We are beyond grateful for all the time, energy, and heart you pour into our staff, students, and community. ๐ From field trips to field days, fundraisers to cheering at gamesโyou make it all possible!
Your Ony Spirit shines bright wherever you go, and we couldnโt do it without you. ๐ Thank you for being one of our schoolโs biggest supporters and for helping make our community such a special place! ๐๐ค
#OnySpirit #ThankYouPTO #CommunityStrong #onalaska #ItsAGreatDayToBeALogger
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September 16, 2025
Dear Onalaska Families,
At approximately 1:30 p.m. today, our district enacted a modified lockdown at the high school out of an abundance of caution.
A member of our maintenance team observed an individual on district property who did not have permission or a clear purpose to be there. The employee immediately notified our School Safety Officer (SSO)Wetzel, who responded to the scene and attempted to contact the individual. When the individual refused to comply and continued walking on school property, the high school was placed into a modified lockdown as a precautionary measure, and a call was placed to 911 reporting a disorderly subject trespassing.
During this time, the individual escalated in behavior and became aggressive toward another member of our maintenance team. SSO Wetzel maintained control of the situation until Lewis County Sheriffโs Office deputies arrived. The individual was soon located and taken into custody.
I am extremely proud of our administrators and staff who followed all safety protocols to keep students secure. Special recognition goes to SSO Wetzel for his steady leadership in maintaining safety, as well as to our maintenance team for serving as the eyes and ears around our schools and acting quickly to notify our safety officer.
The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Thank you for your continued support and trust as we work each day to keep our schools safe.
Sincerely,
Brenda Padgett
Superintendent
Dear Onalaska Families,
At approximately 1:30 p.m. today, our district enacted a modified lockdown at the high school out of an abundance of caution.
A member of our maintenance team observed an individual on district property who did not have permission or a clear purpose to be there. The employee immediately notified our School Safety Officer (SSO)Wetzel, who responded to the scene and attempted to contact the individual. When the individual refused to comply and continued walking on school property, the high school was placed into a modified lockdown as a precautionary measure, and a call was placed to 911 reporting a disorderly subject trespassing.
During this time, the individual escalated in behavior and became aggressive toward another member of our maintenance team. SSO Wetzel maintained control of the situation until Lewis County Sheriffโs Office deputies arrived. The individual was soon located and taken into custody.
I am extremely proud of our administrators and staff who followed all safety protocols to keep students secure. Special recognition goes to SSO Wetzel for his steady leadership in maintaining safety, as well as to our maintenance team for serving as the eyes and ears around our schools and acting quickly to notify our safety officer.
The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Thank you for your continued support and trust as we work each day to keep our schools safe.
Sincerely,
Brenda Padgett
Superintendent
Every year since September 11th, 2001 students have been making flags to pay their respects for the lives lost on that tragic day.
~Mrs. Richardson
~Mrs. Richardson
๐ธโจ Say Cheese, Onalaska! โจ๐ธ
Picture Day for Preschoolโ8th Grade is coming up on Tuesday, September 30th!
Get those bright smiles readyโthis is your chance to capture the memories of the 2025 school year!
๐ Friendly reminder: Preschool kicks off September 22nd, so our littlest Loggers will be ready for the camera too. ๐๐
Picture Day for Preschoolโ8th Grade is coming up on Tuesday, September 30th!
Get those bright smiles readyโthis is your chance to capture the memories of the 2025 school year!
๐ Friendly reminder: Preschool kicks off September 22nd, so our littlest Loggers will be ready for the camera too. ๐๐
This August 9th-12th Leo C., incoming 7th grade ASB president and Gavin G., incoming 7th grade ASB spirit leader, and Mrs. Richardson, ASB Adviser headed to Camp Columbia at Cispus located in Randle, WA.
All three attended classes on leadership, planning skits, and bringing a sense of community to Onalaska Middle School.
These leaders are excited for the 2025-2026 school year.
~Mrs. Richardson
All three attended classes on leadership, planning skits, and bringing a sense of community to Onalaska Middle School.
These leaders are excited for the 2025-2026 school year.
~Mrs. Richardson
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๐ Become a Youth Mentor with the O.W.L. Mentoring Program! ๐
Do you have a heart for helping others? We're searching for passionate, caring adults to join our O.W.L. Mentoring Program and make a lasting impact on the next generation.
โจ Why Mentor?
Youth mentoring leads to powerful results:
โ Better academic performance
โ Higher college enrollment rates
โ Improved self-esteem & confidence
โ Healthier choices & reduced substance misuse
โ Brighter outlook on life and school
๐ฌ As a mentor, youโll be a role model and trusted guideโproviding encouragement, support, and consistency. No special experience required! Just bring your compassion and commitmentโweโll provide all the training and support you need.
๐ก Be the person you needed when you were younger.
Your time and heart can truly change a life.
๐ Ready to get started? Visit the O.W.L page
and fill out a volunteer form today!
๐ Become a Youth Mentor with the O.W.L. Mentoring Program! ๐
Do you have a heart for helping others? We're searching for passionate, caring adults to join our O.W.L. Mentoring Program and make a lasting impact on the next generation.
โจ Why Mentor?
Youth mentoring leads to powerful results:
โ Better academic performance
โ Higher college enrollment rates
โ Improved self-esteem & confidence
โ Healthier choices & reduced substance misuse
โ Brighter outlook on life and school
๐ฌ As a mentor, youโll be a role model and trusted guideโproviding encouragement, support, and consistency. No special experience required! Just bring your compassion and commitmentโweโll provide all the training and support you need.
๐ก Be the person you needed when you were younger.
Your time and heart can truly change a life.
๐ Ready to get started? Visit the O.W.L page
and fill out a volunteer form today!
๐ Transportation Update ๐
We are excited to share some great news! Thanks to the incredible support from our community, we received so many applications for van drivers that we are no longer in need of additional regular drivers.
โจ Thank you to everyone who stepped up to help our students get to and from school safely! Your response truly shows the strength of our community.
That said, we are still in need of:
Substitute Van Drivers
Bus Drivers
Substitute Monitors
The best way to become a full-time driver or monitor is to start as a substitute. Many of our current staff began as subs, and itโs a great way to get your foot in the door while supporting our students.
๐ https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2048
We are excited to share some great news! Thanks to the incredible support from our community, we received so many applications for van drivers that we are no longer in need of additional regular drivers.
โจ Thank you to everyone who stepped up to help our students get to and from school safely! Your response truly shows the strength of our community.
That said, we are still in need of:
Substitute Van Drivers
Bus Drivers
Substitute Monitors
The best way to become a full-time driver or monitor is to start as a substitute. Many of our current staff began as subs, and itโs a great way to get your foot in the door while supporting our students.
๐ https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2048
๐ No CDL? No Problem!
Onalaska School District is hiring Van Drivers for the new school year!
โ Flexible hours
โ Extra income
โ Make a difference for kids in our community
Start date: Aug 27th
๐ Apply today: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2048
Onalaska School District is hiring Van Drivers for the new school year!
โ Flexible hours
โ Extra income
โ Make a difference for kids in our community
Start date: Aug 27th
๐ Apply today: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2048
Attention Parents & Guardians
As we get ready for the new school year, we need your help in making sure everything is up-to-date in Skyward!
โ Child Income Survey โ Please log in and complete this form for Free/Reduced Meals. This is also where youโll need to check the ASB and Athletic Fees boxes if your Middle or High School student is playing a sport. These boxes are important for determining waivers for the school year. Even if youโve already filled it out, please go back and double-check that those boxes are marked.
โ Update Your Information โ While youโre there, review and update addresses, phone numbers, and emails for both you and your student.
โ Stay Informed โ Watch your Skyward account for upcoming paperwork and important dates throughout the year.
โ Volunteer Forms โ Take a moment on our school website to submit a volunteer form. These expire every year on June 30, so now is the perfect time to get yours completed for the 2025-26 school year!
Thank you for helping us start the school year smoothly!
As we get ready for the new school year, we need your help in making sure everything is up-to-date in Skyward!
โ Child Income Survey โ Please log in and complete this form for Free/Reduced Meals. This is also where youโll need to check the ASB and Athletic Fees boxes if your Middle or High School student is playing a sport. These boxes are important for determining waivers for the school year. Even if youโve already filled it out, please go back and double-check that those boxes are marked.
โ Update Your Information โ While youโre there, review and update addresses, phone numbers, and emails for both you and your student.
โ Stay Informed โ Watch your Skyward account for upcoming paperwork and important dates throughout the year.
โ Volunteer Forms โ Take a moment on our school website to submit a volunteer form. These expire every year on June 30, so now is the perfect time to get yours completed for the 2025-26 school year!
Thank you for helping us start the school year smoothly!
Attention: Vandalism in Preschool Parking Lot
Over the past few days, including the weekend, individuals have been doing donuts in the back preschool parking lot. This area was recently repaired, with significant time, effort, and resources spent to fix potholes and provide our bus drivers with a smooth and safe surface for student transportation.
Unfortunately, the recent damage now requires our maintenance staff to revisit and repair the area againโdiverting time and resources away from other important work.
While we understand that some may see this as harmless fun, this type of behavior is unacceptable on school property. We have video evidence and have identified those involved. We are asking that you please contact the school directly so we can address this internally.
If no one comes forward, this matter will be turned over to the sheriffโs office for further action.
We appreciate the communityโs continued support in helping us maintain a safe and respectful environment for our students and staff. Voicemail is ok or send an email to Jared Stevens at jstevens@onysd.wednet.edu
Over the past few days, including the weekend, individuals have been doing donuts in the back preschool parking lot. This area was recently repaired, with significant time, effort, and resources spent to fix potholes and provide our bus drivers with a smooth and safe surface for student transportation.
Unfortunately, the recent damage now requires our maintenance staff to revisit and repair the area againโdiverting time and resources away from other important work.
While we understand that some may see this as harmless fun, this type of behavior is unacceptable on school property. We have video evidence and have identified those involved. We are asking that you please contact the school directly so we can address this internally.
If no one comes forward, this matter will be turned over to the sheriffโs office for further action.
We appreciate the communityโs continued support in helping us maintain a safe and respectful environment for our students and staff. Voicemail is ok or send an email to Jared Stevens at jstevens@onysd.wednet.edu
Exploring History in the Heart of Our Nationโs Capital ๐บ๐ธ
Here are a few snapshots from an unforgettable adventure to Washington, D.C., where a group of our middle school students walked through the pages of American history! Student travelers Kaylee Walter, Jack Dixon, and two mother-daughter duosโDessirae and Annabelle McBee, and Marley Glenn and Carolyn Wendtโtook part in this exciting educational journey, guided by the ever-wonderful Mrs. Richardson.
From visiting iconic monuments and memorials to walking the historic grounds of Mount Vernon, home of our nationโs first President, the experience was both inspiring and memorable. Itโs not every day you get to stand where history was made!
Check out this event from the Onalaska Fire Department!
Middle School Field Day Fun! ๐โ๏ธ
Our middle school students and staff had an absolute blast soaking up the sun and good vibes today! From the splash zone of the dunk tank ๐ฆ to diving into the foam pit ๐ซง, sipping on snow cones ๐ง, winning at bingo ๐, and competing in all kinds of gamesโField Day was full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments. ๐
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Memories made... and more to come!
๐ Stay tuned for Part 2!
Middle School Field Day Fun! ๐โ๏ธ Cont.
