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Beginning June 1st, all families must complete the annual online registration for the upcoming school year.

Beginning June 1st, all families must complete the annual online registration for the upcoming school year.  Parents and guardians can complete online registration in their Infinite Campus parent portal. Please complete online registration by August 1.

For all the 23-24 Back to School Information, please check out our webpage at www.mtsd.k12.wi.us/steffen/backtoschool

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Congratulations to Chloe Chen and Samantha Doughty on tying for second place at the Delta Kappa Gamma State Literacy Contest!

Congratulations to Chloe Chen and Samantha Doughty on tying for second place at the Delta Kappa Gamma State Literacy Contest! Chloe entered her story, “Off the Rails” and Samantha entered hers, called, “Does it Do to Dwell on Dreams?”. Chloe also received a special photography award, for her outstanding visuals, incorporated throughout the story. Both students were honored at the state level on May 6 at a reception held at the Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee. Congratulations, Chloe and Samantha!

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Information for the "Here Comes the Bus" app for MTSD families.

Where's My Bus?

MTSD families have access to an innovative mobile app and website called "Here Comes the Bus" which allows you to view the real-time location of your child’s school bus on a smartphone, tablet, or computer, using GPS technologies with which each school bus is equipped. For more information and instructions on how to set up your account, please click here.

School Code: 29003

If your child has an alternate route set-up on specific days, please use the school code 29003d for the alternate route.

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Donna Cardelle received an honorary award from the Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Services

The Mequon-Thiensville School District (MTSD) is proud to announce that Steffen Middle School paraprofessional Donna Cardarelle has received an honorary award from
the Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Services (WCASS). WCASS is a professional organization of over 350 members who administer and support special education programs throughout the state of Wisconsin. Ms. Cardarelle has served as a paraprofessional with the Mequon-Thiensville School District for eight years, working across Donges Bay Elementary School, Oriole Lane Elementary School, and Steffen Middle School during her tenure.

“Mrs. Cardarelle is a gem,” said Steffen principal Dr. Deborah Anderson. “I have an opportunity to observe her dedication and commitment each and every day. The positive connections she makes with students and adults alike strengthen the fabric of our learning community.”

MTSD Director of Special Education Mike Mooren informed Donna on Tuesday, April 12 that she would be receiving the award. A representative from WCASS presented Donna with an honorary plaque at Steffen Middle School on Friday, April 29, 2022.

“Donna has been incredibly dedicated to the support and growth of students and colleagues alike during her time here at MTSD and she is more than deserving to receive this award,” said Mooren.

Mrs. Cardarelle was nominated for the paraprofessional award by her colleagues. Noted in the nomination letter was Donna’s steadfast support of her students, always with a consummate smile and positive attitude. The nomination also notes, “Through Donna’s journey, she has become a leader for other paraprofessionals by modeling effective strategies, coaching others on student medical needs, mentoring colleagues at her new building, and sharing her optimistic outlook on all students. Each day, she is truly changing lives for the better with every interaction with students and colleagues. The Mequon-Thiensville School District is incredibly fortunate to have such an amazing person in our organization!"
 

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