Due to the Extreme Cold Warning in effect during school hours, all Elkhorn Area School District schools will be closed on Friday, January 23.

At this time, the Extreme Cold Warning is scheduled to expire at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. As such, after-school and evening activities will be permitted, as determined by individual clubs, coaches, and advisors. High School basketball games have already been rescheduled to future dates and times. The middle school musical Finding Nemo will take place on Friday and Saturday night as scheduled.
7 days ago, Katie Hoffman
Cold Day

🌶️ Less than a month away! The Elkhorn Autism Support Team (EAST) Chili Cookoff returns on Thursday, Feb 5th! 🍲

🗓️ Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 5–7 PM

📍 Elkhorn Area Middle School

Don’t miss our online auction—bidding opens one week before the Chili Cookoff! 🔗 https://event.gives/26eastchili

13 days ago, Katie Hoffman
Chili cook off
Calling all parents and caregivers! 📱 Join us for "Navigating a Social World that Never Sleeps" with Dr. Amy Sosa of Lake Geneva Psychology. Learn how social media impacts kids’ brains, focus, and self-esteem, plus get practical tips for setting healthy boundaries and supporting each other as a community. Don’t miss this important event!

🗓️ January 28

⏱️ 7 p.m.

📍 EAHS Auditorium • 482 E Geneva Street
14 days ago, Community Engagement
Navigating a Social World

🎉 Calling all families with little ones turning 3 soon! Elkhorn Playgroup is now accepting applications for the 2026–27 school year. Don’t miss out!

👉 Register now: tinyurl.com/elk-playgroup-26

Our playgroup brings together 5 children with special needs and 5 typically developing kids for a fun, play-based learning experience at Jackson Elementary. Kids explore literacy, motor skills, and language through play—everyone grows together! 🌟 Research shows blended classrooms benefit all children.

Eligibility: Kids must be 3 by Sept 1, 2026, and be toilet-trained. Only 5 spots per session! Placement is by lottery (April 30, 2026). Family notifications by May 15, 2026. Peer model families provide their own transportation.

Questions? Email Mrs. Kitzmiller at kitzji@elkhorn.k12.wi.us for more info!

16 days ago, Katie Hoffman
Playgroup
🎉 Mark your calendars! Montage Color Guard's Friends & Family Night is happening Saturday, Jan 24 at 8:30 pm!

📅 Saturday, January 24
⏰ 8:30 p.m.
📍 Elkhorn Area Middle School (enter door 21)
🎟️ FREE to attend! Bring a donation for the Elkhorn Food Pantry if you can.
🎲 Enter their 50/50 raffle for a chance to win!

MONTAGE is a Milwaukee-based, non-profit Color Guard for ages 14–22. Come support these talented performers!
17 days ago, Katie Hoffman
montage
🤸‍♂️🤸‍♀️ Calling all kids in Kindergarten-8th Grade! Come spend the day with our high school gymnasts and try out all the fun gymnastics events: Vault, Bars, Beam, Floor, and Tumble Track! 🤸‍♂️🤸‍♀️

🗓️ Date: Saturday, January 24
🕘 Time: 9-11 AM (Check-in starts at 8:45)
📍 Location: Agility Center Gym (Enter through Door #24 at the back of the school)
💲 Cost: Just $15!

🔗Register: https://easdcommunity.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=224

If you have any questions, reach out to Amanda Merlo at amandalee0322@gmail.com. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉✨
19 days ago, Katie Hoffman
Gymnastics Kids Camp
✏️High School Summer School registration for students entering 9th-12th grade in the 2026-27 school year is now open!

Registration is handled through Family Access from January 9 to January 22, 2026, using a lottery system rather than a first-come, first-served approach. Confirmation of enrollment will be available on January 26, 2026. All offered summer school classes are also available during the school year.

🔗More information can be found at https://eahs.elkhornschools.org/o/eahs/page/summer-school
20 days ago, Katie Hoffman
EAHS Summer School, 2026
🌶️ Save the date! The Elkhorn Autism Support Team (EAST) Chili Cookoff returns on Thursday, Feb 5th! 🍲

🗓️ Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 5–7 PM

📍 Elkhorn Area Middle School

Don’t miss our online auction—bidding opens one week before the Chili Cookoff! 🔗 https://event.gives/26eastchili
21 days ago, Katie Hoffman
Chili cook off
🚨 Attention 7th and 8th Graders! 🚨

Get ready to boost your strength and speed this February at the High School Agility Center! 💪🏃‍♂️

Learn more & sign up at eams.elkhornschools.org/o/eams/page/sports-opportunities

Join us for a 5-week training program every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. You'll learn essential weightlifting techniques and speed development from our awesome physical education teachers and staff.

Make sure to wear your t-shirt, shorts, and running shoes, and don't forget to bring a water bottle!

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to enhance your skills! 🌟 #StrengthAndSpeed #1Herd
22 days ago, Katie Hoffman
MS Strength Speed
We're hiring! 📢 Elkhorn Area School District is looking for a Head Custodian to join our team. Full-time, year-round, Monday–Friday. Enjoy making a difference in our schools!

Maintain clean, safe, and welcoming school facilities by performing general cleaning, floor care, equipment upkeep, and routine tasks. Support staff, complete assigned projects, and help ensure a great environment for students and staff.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today at wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/251375 and help make a difference in our schools! #ElkhornJobs #NowHiring
22 days ago, Katie Hoffman
head custodian
This season, share the gift of support. 🎁 Snack in a Pack is a confidential program that provides non-perishable weekend food bags to elementary and middle school families who qualify for Free or Reduced Meals.

Make a gift online 👉tinyurl.com/easd-snack

Your kindness fuels our community. ❤️
#HolidayGiving #SupportEASDKids #SnackInAPack #CommunityLove #1HERD

about 2 months ago, Community Engagement
Snack in a Pack
😇🍽️Our School Lunch Angel Fund helps EASD families by covering negative lunch balances and ensuring every student has access to a nutritious meal. This holiday season, join us in supporting our students and lifting up families in need.😇

👉Donate here: tinyurl.com/EASD-Lunch-Angel
#SchoolLunchAngelFund #SupportElkhorn #ElkhornSchools #CommunityStrong #SupportStudents #GiveBack #AngelFund #1HERD
about 2 months ago, Community Engagement
School Lunch Angel Fund
The latest issue of the Wisconsin FCCLA newsletter was just published and features a great article about Elkhorn's FCCLA experience at the Fall Leadership Conference. You'll also see that EAHS students were the only ones in the state to pass (with a 100% success rate) the new Pre-Professional Certification in Baking Science Fundamentals!

Way to go, Elks!
2 months ago, Katie Hoffman
FCCLA newsletter
🌟 Make a difference in young lives! EASD is hiring Special Education Teaching Assistants for 4K and middle school levels. 🏫✨

Join us in supporting students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and help them thrive in the classroom!

📌 Check out the positions and apply here:
4K position: wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/249072
Middle School position: wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/249493

#EASD #SpecialEducation #TeachingAssistants #EducationJobs
2 months ago, Katie Hoffman
MS SPED
4K SPED
🎉 Happy Substitute Educators Day! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the amazing substitute teachers who play a vital role in keeping education consistent for students when their regular teachers are away. Thank you for all that you do! 📚✨ #SubstituteEducatorsDay #ThankATeacher #1Herd

Interested in becoming a sub? Visit https://www.elkhorn.k12.wi.us/page/substitute-teaching-information for more info on how to get started.
2 months ago, Community Engagement
subs

🌟EVENT RESCHEDULED! FREE CHILDCARE PROVIDED! 🌟 The Elkhorn Autism Support Team invites you to a FREE autism speaker event featuring Mandy Reinke! 🎉

Join us as Mandy shares her expertise on:
✅ Understanding autism and neurodiversity
✅ Helpful family supports
✅ Building strong school-parent partnerships
✅ Strategies for families and communities

With over 25 years of experience as a special educator and autism consultant, Mandy is here to provide valuable insights for everyone. She's dedicated to supporting those with ASD in the Hortonville Area School District and beyond.

👶 Free childcare is available!

📅 When: January 15, 6-8 p.m.
📍 Where: Upstairs at Friends on the Square (41 N Wisconsin Street)

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect!

2 months ago, Katie Hoffman
EAST
Do you have a high school student (age 16 or older) looking for a great first job? The Elkhorn Area School District is hiring Student Custodians — a perfect opportunity for students to gain work experience, earn money, and build responsibility in a supportive environment!

💰 $15/hour, Competitive pay for students.
🧤 2–5 day work weeks: Flexible scheduling to fit school and activities.
🕓 Evening shifts (3–5 hours): Convenient after-school hours.
🧽 Monday–Friday schedule: No weekends required!
🏫 We have openings in all of our buildings.
🎯 Our goal is to be flexible and offer opportunities for high school students 16 or older to learn valuable skills, develop good work habits, and earn while they learn.

📩 Interested students can contact Mr. Datka at datkni@elkhorn.k12.wi.us for more details or to apply.

Help your student start building their future today, share this post and spread the word! 💜💛

#ElkhornProud #StudentJobs #FlexibleWork #HighSchoolOpportunities #NowHiring #1Herd
3 months ago, Brianna Hogue
Hiring
🌟 Looking to make a difference in a student’s life? 🌟Consider supporting EASD's food programs with your donation!

🥙 **Snack in a Pack**: This confidential program helps families of elementary and middle school students who qualify for the Free and Reduced Price School Meal program. Every Friday, participating families receive a bag of non-perishable food to get them through the weekend. Your contributions help us keep these bags filled!
🔗tinyurl.com/EASD-Snack

🍽️ **School Lunch Angel Fund**: This fund provides short-term assistance for families facing challenges with lunch account balances. We believe every child deserves nutritious meals!
🔗tinyurl.com/EASD-Lunch-Angel

Gifts of cash or check can be dropped off or mailed to the District Office (3 N Jackson Street), attn: Snack in a Pack or School Lunch Angel Fund. Every donation is tax-deductible and can be designated to a specific school or "All Schools." Donors can choose to be acknowledged on our Classmunity Supporter Roll or remain anonymous.

Together, we can nourish our children’s health and futures! ❤️ #EASDFoodServices #SnackInAPack #SchoolLunchAngel #1Herd
3 months ago, Katie Hoffman
Meal Programs
🌟 Join us for the annual Elkhorn High School Gymnastics Kid's Camp Fundraiser! 🌟

Calling all kids in Kindergarten-8th Grade! Come spend the day with our high school gymnasts and try out all the fun gymnastics events: Vault, Bars, Beam, Floor, and Tumble Track! 🤸‍♂️🤸‍♀️

🗓️ Date: Saturday, November 22
🕘 Time: 9-11 AM (Check-in starts at 8:45)
📍 Location: Agility Center Gym (Enter through Door #24 at the back of the school)
💲 Cost: Just $15!
🔗Register: https://easdcommunity.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=220

This is a great way to support our gymnastics program and help us get new equipment and uniforms. If you have any questions, reach out to Amanda Merlo at amandalee0322@gmail.com. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉✨
3 months ago, Katie Hoffman
Gymnastics Kids Camp
The Elkhorn Autism Support Team invites you to join them on Thursday, November 13, at Friends on the Square for their monthly Autism Parent & Caregiver Support Group.
3 months ago, Community Engagement
EAST