🚌 This week, we proudly celebrate Wisconsin Bus Driver Appreciation Week and thank Northern Express and our amazing bus drivers who work every day to safely transport our students!
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Lisa Brown Hunger
• Joined Northern Express in March 2021
• Favorite part of the job: the students and her amazing bus co-worker team
• Started driving while looking for a flexible part-time job—and thanks to Jeff Walker, she discovered it truly is the best job ever!
• Prior to driving a school bus, Lisa worked as a library clerk, often stepping in for story time, and was a certified daycare provider for many years
• Loves being a full-time grandma and enjoys being able to bring her grandkids along on the bus when needed
Thank you, Lisa, for your dedication, positivity, and care for our students!
Give Lisa a wave if she’s your driver! 👋🚌
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Lisa Brown Hunger
• Joined Northern Express in March 2021
• Favorite part of the job: the students and her amazing bus co-worker team
• Started driving while looking for a flexible part-time job—and thanks to Jeff Walker, she discovered it truly is the best job ever!
• Prior to driving a school bus, Lisa worked as a library clerk, often stepping in for story time, and was a certified daycare provider for many years
• Loves being a full-time grandma and enjoys being able to bring her grandkids along on the bus when needed
Thank you, Lisa, for your dedication, positivity, and care for our students!
Give Lisa a wave if she’s your driver! 👋🚌
👮♂️🚔 Happy School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
Today we proudly recognize Officer Zach Plath, who has served the Berlin Area School District as our School Resource Officer since 2023. Officer Plath plays an important role in keeping our schools safe, building positive relationships with students, and supporting our staff each and every day.
🇺🇸 His presence helps ensure a secure, welcoming environment where students can focus on learning and growing.
👏 Officer Plath, thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the Berlin community. We appreciate all you do!
Today we proudly recognize Officer Zach Plath, who has served the Berlin Area School District as our School Resource Officer since 2023. Officer Plath plays an important role in keeping our schools safe, building positive relationships with students, and supporting our staff each and every day.
🇺🇸 His presence helps ensure a secure, welcoming environment where students can focus on learning and growing.
👏 Officer Plath, thank you for your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the Berlin community. We appreciate all you do!
☀️ Exciting news!
🎒 We are thrilled to announce that 4K Registration is now open at Berlin Clay Lamberton Elementary School!
Here are some important details:
• Full Day Program: Monday - Friday
• Learning Through Play: We focus on building knowledge and friendships through play-based learning.
• Enrichment Opportunities: Students will have the chance to attend art, music, physical education, and more.
• Eligibility: Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
To register online, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFFf7FM2fls7HNt5w08A5Rp0eugFuh3kk-_YmMsN9tKZUwTA/viewform
📲 If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us at 920-361-2442.
☺️ We look forward to welcoming your child to an exciting year of learning!
🎒 We are thrilled to announce that 4K Registration is now open at Berlin Clay Lamberton Elementary School!
Here are some important details:
• Full Day Program: Monday - Friday
• Learning Through Play: We focus on building knowledge and friendships through play-based learning.
• Enrichment Opportunities: Students will have the chance to attend art, music, physical education, and more.
• Eligibility: Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
To register online, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFFf7FM2fls7HNt5w08A5Rp0eugFuh3kk-_YmMsN9tKZUwTA/viewform
📲 If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us at 920-361-2442.
☺️ We look forward to welcoming your child to an exciting year of learning!
🚌 This week, we proudly celebrate Wisconsin Bus Driver Appreciation Week and thank Northern Express and our amazing bus drivers who work every day to safely transport our students!
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Mark Finger
• Joined Northern Express in August 2018
• Has been driving a school bus since 1972 — an incredible career on the road!
• Favorite part of the job: good pay for a small amount of driving time
• Started driving after his first year of college to earn extra money
• While driving a school bus, Mark also worked for the Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Kiwanis District Foundation and served on the Berlin Area School District School Board
Thank you, Mark, for your many years of dedication, service, and commitment to our students and community!
Give Mark a wave if he’s your driver! 👋🚌
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Mark Finger
• Joined Northern Express in August 2018
• Has been driving a school bus since 1972 — an incredible career on the road!
• Favorite part of the job: good pay for a small amount of driving time
• Started driving after his first year of college to earn extra money
• While driving a school bus, Mark also worked for the Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Kiwanis District Foundation and served on the Berlin Area School District School Board
Thank you, Mark, for your many years of dedication, service, and commitment to our students and community!
Give Mark a wave if he’s your driver! 👋🚌
❄️🏅 The 7th grade Winter Olympics have begun at BMS!
Our 7th grade ELA and Geography students are diving into their exciting new “Winter Olympics” unit — and the competition is already heating up! 🔥
Students participated in a draft and selected a country to represent and cheer on during the real Winter Olympics. They’ve been busy learning all about their chosen countries and exploring the rich history of the Olympic Games.
Up next? Mapping skills, medal design, the torch relay, host cities, and the wide variety of Olympic events. As they learn, students are creating materials that will be used in competitions — and yes, medals will be awarded! 🥇🥈🥉
Excitement filled the halls today as the first competition kicked off! Teams had 20 minutes to use everything they’ve learned to design a country-themed wall display.
Next Thursday, we’ll host our very own Opening Ceremony, followed by several Winter Olympic-style events right here at BMS!
Let the games begin! ❄️🏆
🎶 Are you a passionate musician eager to inspire the next generation? We are seeking a new 4K-5 Music Teacher to join our dedicated team at Clay Lamberton Elementary!
🎼 This is an incredible opportunity for a talented musician, whether you are an experienced educator or just beginning your teaching career.
To learn more, visit: https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/253736
You can also explore other positions available within the Berlin Area School District at: https://www.berlin.k12.wi.us/page/employment-opportunities
🎼 This is an incredible opportunity for a talented musician, whether you are an experienced educator or just beginning your teaching career.
To learn more, visit: https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/253736
You can also explore other positions available within the Berlin Area School District at: https://www.berlin.k12.wi.us/page/employment-opportunities
👨💻💬 Join us tonight for our Parent & Community Virtual Update!
BHS Principal Bryant Bednarek will share updates on what’s going well, areas we’re working to improve, and possible changes for next year.
After the presentation, there will be time for questions and feedback. Our goal is to keep you informed, connected, and heard.
⭐ This will be a virtual (online) meeting.
You can join using the information below:
💻 Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://bit.ly/4qqQDIR
📱 Or dial: (US) +1 314-730-2402
🔢 PIN: 576 005 160#
We hope you’re able to join us!
BHS Principal Bryant Bednarek will share updates on what’s going well, areas we’re working to improve, and possible changes for next year.
After the presentation, there will be time for questions and feedback. Our goal is to keep you informed, connected, and heard.
⭐ This will be a virtual (online) meeting.
You can join using the information below:
💻 Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://bit.ly/4qqQDIR
📱 Or dial: (US) +1 314-730-2402
🔢 PIN: 576 005 160#
We hope you’re able to join us!
🚌 This week, we proudly celebrate Wisconsin Bus Driver Appreciation Week and thank Northern Express and our amazing bus drivers who work every day to safely transport our students!
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Megan Draeger
• Joined Northern Express in March 2023
• Favorite part of the job: building relationships with her students and being a cheerleader for their success from behind the wheel
• Started driving after being recruited by our amazing location manager, Doris Holmes, and to help out while working as a teacher’s aide
• Prior to driving a school bus, Megan worked as an X-Ray and CT Tech
• Proud mom of three kids, who often ride the bus with her
Thank you, Megan, for your hard work, dedication, and for being such a positive presence for our students!
Give Megan a wave if she’s your driver! 👋🚌
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Megan Draeger
• Joined Northern Express in March 2023
• Favorite part of the job: building relationships with her students and being a cheerleader for their success from behind the wheel
• Started driving after being recruited by our amazing location manager, Doris Holmes, and to help out while working as a teacher’s aide
• Prior to driving a school bus, Megan worked as an X-Ray and CT Tech
• Proud mom of three kids, who often ride the bus with her
Thank you, Megan, for your hard work, dedication, and for being such a positive presence for our students!
Give Megan a wave if she’s your driver! 👋🚌
💯🎉 Our students celebrated being 100 days smarter with a day full of hands-on learning and smiles! Activities included making Fruit Loop necklaces, completing a 100-piece puzzle, graphing a 100-snack mix, tackling 100 math facts, counting 100 drops of water, and adding 100 kisses to the hundreds chart.
📚✨ Learning + fun = the perfect 100th day!
📚✨ Learning + fun = the perfect 100th day!
🚌 This week, we proudly celebrate Wisconsin Bus Driver Appreciation Week and thank Northern Express and our amazing bus drivers who work every day to safely transport our students!
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Mike Grenier
• Joined Northern Express in August 2018
• Began driving a school bus in September 2017
• Favorite part of the job: the sense of purpose and satisfaction that comes from positively impacting the next generation
• Started driving to give back to the community—and yes, he’ll admit the pay helps too!
• Prior to driving a school bus, Mike served for 30 years as an investigator and special agent with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Thank you, Mike, for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to our students!
Give Mike a wave if he’s your driver! 👋🚌
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Mike Grenier
• Joined Northern Express in August 2018
• Began driving a school bus in September 2017
• Favorite part of the job: the sense of purpose and satisfaction that comes from positively impacting the next generation
• Started driving to give back to the community—and yes, he’ll admit the pay helps too!
• Prior to driving a school bus, Mike served for 30 years as an investigator and special agent with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Thank you, Mike, for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to our students!
Give Mike a wave if he’s your driver! 👋🚌
🚌 This week, we proudly celebrate Wisconsin Bus Driver Appreciation Week and thank Northern Express and our amazing bus drivers who work every day to safely transport our students!
Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting our bus drivers—so let’s get to know the people behind the wheel!
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Jack Nation
• Joined Northern Express in August 2018
• Began driving a school bus in 2010
• Favorite part of the job: The kids! Jack loves watching students grow from quiet 4K learners into confident young adults
• Started driving in retirement to stay busy, active, and engaged
• Previous experience includes serving in the Air Force, working in a plastics factory, and owning a trucking company operating in 27 states
• Proud family man with a wife, 2 daughters, 4 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren
Thank you, Jack, for your dedication, care, and commitment to our students.
Give Jack a wave if he’s your driver! 👋🚌
Throughout the week, we’ll be highlighting our bus drivers—so let’s get to know the people behind the wheel!
⭐ Bus Driver Spotlight: Jack Nation
• Joined Northern Express in August 2018
• Began driving a school bus in 2010
• Favorite part of the job: The kids! Jack loves watching students grow from quiet 4K learners into confident young adults
• Started driving in retirement to stay busy, active, and engaged
• Previous experience includes serving in the Air Force, working in a plastics factory, and owning a trucking company operating in 27 states
• Proud family man with a wife, 2 daughters, 4 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren
Thank you, Jack, for your dedication, care, and commitment to our students.
Give Jack a wave if he’s your driver! 👋🚌
👨💻💬 Parent & Community Update – Virtual Meeting
BHS Principal Bryant Bednarek will share updates on what’s going well, areas we’re working to improve, and possible changes for next year.
After the presentation, there will be time for questions and feedback. Our goal is to keep the community informed, connected, and heard.
This will be a virtual meeting.
You can join using the information below:
💻 Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/cbq-yfgn-xie
📱 Or dial: (US) +1 314-730-2402
🔢 PIN: 576 005 160#
We hope you’re able to join us!
BHS Principal Bryant Bednarek will share updates on what’s going well, areas we’re working to improve, and possible changes for next year.
After the presentation, there will be time for questions and feedback. Our goal is to keep the community informed, connected, and heard.
This will be a virtual meeting.
You can join using the information below:
💻 Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/cbq-yfgn-xie
📱 Or dial: (US) +1 314-730-2402
🔢 PIN: 576 005 160#
We hope you’re able to join us!
🥤🍓 Smoothie time in BMS Foods Class!
Students whipped up homemade smoothies and compared them to store-bought versions—then discovered that homemade is the healthier (and tastier) choice!
Students whipped up homemade smoothies and compared them to store-bought versions—then discovered that homemade is the healthier (and tastier) choice!
🖥️ Project Lead the Way App Creator students have been diving into the question “What is a computer?” Using Snap Circuits, students are modeling computer hardware and exploring how different components work together. It’s been exciting to see their problem-solving skills and curiosity come to life through hands-on learning!
🎨 Eva Vang’s stunning acrylic painting, created for the Christine Ann Center’s Love Shouldn’t Hurt art show, was featured on Local Channel 5 News—along with a shout-out to our school! What an incredible honor and well-deserved recognition.
The art show kicks off tonight at Beckets in Oshkosh from 4:30 PM–6:30 PM, and the public is invited to vote for their favorite pieces. Winning artists will receive prizes! 🏆
If you’re in the area, stop by, support the arts, and cast your vote for Eva’s amazing work. We’re so proud of you, Eva! 👏
The art show kicks off tonight at Beckets in Oshkosh from 4:30 PM–6:30 PM, and the public is invited to vote for their favorite pieces. Winning artists will receive prizes! 🏆
If you’re in the area, stop by, support the arts, and cast your vote for Eva’s amazing work. We’re so proud of you, Eva! 👏
📚⭐ Congratulations to our honor roll students!
We are so proud of the strong work ethic, dedication, and commitment these students have shown in the classroom. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the effort they show every day. Way to go!
We are so proud of the strong work ethic, dedication, and commitment these students have shown in the classroom. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the effort they show every day. Way to go!
🪥 Bridging Brighter Smiles provides dental hygiene services at school!
🦷 Enroll your child today! https://bridgingbrightersmiles.org/forms/
#bridgingbrightersmiles
🦷 Enroll your child today! https://bridgingbrightersmiles.org/forms/
#bridgingbrightersmiles
This week, we celebrate School Counseling Week and the incredible counselors who support our students every single day. 🫶
Our counselors pour their hearts into this work — spending countless hours listening, encouraging, problem-solving, and advocating for what’s best for our students. Whether it’s academic planning, social-emotional support, or simply being a trusted adult when it matters most, they are always there.
We are so grateful for the time, care, and dedication they give to helping our students grow, succeed, and feel supported. Thank you for everything you do — we are truly lucky to have you! 🌟
Our counselors pour their hearts into this work — spending countless hours listening, encouraging, problem-solving, and advocating for what’s best for our students. Whether it’s academic planning, social-emotional support, or simply being a trusted adult when it matters most, they are always there.
We are so grateful for the time, care, and dedication they give to helping our students grow, succeed, and feel supported. Thank you for everything you do — we are truly lucky to have you! 🌟
🍞 Food Service students have been busy in the kitchen learning all about quick breads!
They’ve practiced the muffin method, biscuit method, and now—this lab featured the creaming method. Hands-on learning never tasted so good! 😋
They’ve practiced the muffin method, biscuit method, and now—this lab featured the creaming method. Hands-on learning never tasted so good! 😋
🎶 Volunteers Needed – Solo & Ensemble Festival! 🎶
On Saturday, February 28, Berlin High School will host hundreds of junior high and high school musicians from 9 schools for our District Solo & Ensemble Festival.
To help the day run smoothly, we’re looking for about 100 volunteers for morning, afternoon, or full-day shifts. Volunteer roles include set-up/tear-down, kitchen help, monitoring performance sites, assisting at the info table or office computers, and more. No music experience needed! We are also seeking a few nurses to be available during the day.
Interested? Please complete the Google Form and the Volunteer Background Check (background checks must be updated annually).
🗓 Form submissions close Monday, February 16
📅 Schedules will be sent by Friday, February 20
Thank you for supporting our music students—we truly appreciate your time! 🎵
Volunteer Google Form: https://bit.ly/4rjBlGH
Volunteer Background Check: https://bit.ly/3MdFKvV
Volunteer Form - Paper Copy: https://bit.ly/4a7W0qh
Questions? Please contact Ms. Abbe Lane, Choir Teacher, at (920) 361-2000 x4145 or alane@berlin.k12.wi.us
On Saturday, February 28, Berlin High School will host hundreds of junior high and high school musicians from 9 schools for our District Solo & Ensemble Festival.
To help the day run smoothly, we’re looking for about 100 volunteers for morning, afternoon, or full-day shifts. Volunteer roles include set-up/tear-down, kitchen help, monitoring performance sites, assisting at the info table or office computers, and more. No music experience needed! We are also seeking a few nurses to be available during the day.
Interested? Please complete the Google Form and the Volunteer Background Check (background checks must be updated annually).
🗓 Form submissions close Monday, February 16
📅 Schedules will be sent by Friday, February 20
Thank you for supporting our music students—we truly appreciate your time! 🎵
Volunteer Google Form: https://bit.ly/4rjBlGH
Volunteer Background Check: https://bit.ly/3MdFKvV
Volunteer Form - Paper Copy: https://bit.ly/4a7W0qh
Questions? Please contact Ms. Abbe Lane, Choir Teacher, at (920) 361-2000 x4145 or alane@berlin.k12.wi.us
