Sand Lake Elementary Newsletter - May 2026

 

From the Principal: Mr. Meyers

Sand Lake Families:

We’re getting ready for some exciting times in the school year throughout the month of May and the first week of June. These months are representative of the culmination of hard work and partnership on behalf of our students, families, and staff. It’s exciting to get to celebrate so many things together, and we know it can be exhausting as well! In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the end of the school year, we hope you get some time to relax as families and celebrate the amazing accomplishments of your children.

As we get ready for Staff Appreciation Week from May 4th-May 8th, I wanted to thank you all in advance for the gestures, kind words, or gifts for our staff. They are never expected, but we are grateful for all that you express.

As the school year hits the final stretch, there will be many field trips and special events, and we hope you have time to take part. Here are just a few of our school-wide celebrations:

• All School Picnic: All families are invited to our all-school picnic on Friday, May 22nd. If you’ve never had a chance to join us for this amazing event, plan on having a great meal with your student! It’s truly a great representation of our school community. Please RSVP at the link in this newsletter for our Nutrition Service team. We hope to see each of you there!

• Field Day: Ms. Franzen is working hard to host Field Day for students on Thursday, May 28th. We will be sending information about volunteer opportunities on behalf of Ms. Franzen soon!

• End-of-Year Assembly: We’ll also be hosting an end-of-year assembly for our students with a recap of the school year, a few awards, and some games! This will take place during the last week of school and will be an exciting springboard to summer for staff and students.

As we get set for the ’26-’27 school year, we want to remind you of a few processes and exciting things happening at Sand Lake:

• Preparation for the 2026-2027 School Year: The Sand Lake office will send timely communication about events that assist in preparation for the next school year. Here are a few items to look out for:

• Annual Update: You will be receiving emails about updating your family information in Infinite Campus. This update is important to help us prepare for your student for the upcoming school year.

• Classroom Assignments: We will be sharing classroom assignments for the 2026-27 school year via email this summer. Teacher requests are not accepted at Holmen elementary schools. Our teachers and administrators work hard to develop class lists that support all students and each child’s needs. You can anticipate your student’s teacher assignment to arrive in your inbox on Monday, August 3rd. This is another reason why it is important to ensure your contact information is up to date by completing the annual update.

• Picture Day: There will be two elementary picture days taking place this year. You can attend either site to get your student’s picture taken.
• August 4th at Prairie View, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• August 5th at Sand Lake, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

• First day of School: As a friendly reminder, the 2026-2027 school year starts earlier next year, on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026.

In Partnership,


Matt Meyers

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RSVP to our Sand Lake Picnic HERE!

From the Sand Lake PTG

Thank you to everyone who came out on a stormy evening to our Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser last month. We had an amazing turnout!

We would also like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation for your contributions this year. We couldn't support our students, staff, and our entire school community without you!

Our next PTG meeting will be held on Monday, May 4th, at 5:30 pm in the Sand Lake conference room. Childcare will be provided once again! We hope you can join us!

What's for lunch at Sand Lake? 

Find our May menu HERE! 

Our menus can always be found on the Holmen School District website 

by clicking the "Lunch Menu" icon on the landing page.

*Just a reminder that if you are paying a student's lunch account by check, 

please make check payable to: 

Student Universal Nutrition or SUN. 

Thank you!

Sand Lake Elementary Newsletter - April 2026

From the Principal: Mr. Meyers

Sand Lake Families:

Thank you for all that you continue to do to support your children and our Sand Lake Community. We have made it to the fourth quarter of our school year, which comes with tremendous excitement! From state testing to field trips, these months are sure to be busy for everyone!

We wanted to take this opportunity to highlight some of the upcoming events to aid in your planning. Please know that we will send more specific information your way as they come closer, but we wanted to share these dates in advance.

• April 17th: PTG Chuck E. Cheese Night Fundraiser
• April 24th: Earth Day Celebration for students at Sand Lake
• May 4th-May 8th: Staff Appreciation Week!
• May 22nd: Sand Lake All School Picnic
• May 28th: Sand Lake Field Day

Inside the school, our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students are in the midst of their Forward testing. This provides us with valuable information about our students' achievements and how we can continuously improve our instructional practices.

As we begin the final quarter of the school year, we’d also like to recognize our 5th grade students! They’ll soon have the chance to take part in special events like the 5th grade bash, a bike trip, and their farewell breakfast. We look forward to celebrating this important milestone in their time at Sand Lake and wish them continued success in the future.

To our 5th grade families, thank you for your ongoing support. It truly means a great deal! We are committed to helping make the transition to middle school as smooth as possible and are collaborating closely with our partners at HMS to support every student. If any questions come up, please feel free to contact me or our 5th grade team!

In Partnership,

Matt Meyers

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From the PE Teacher: Ms. Franzen

Hello Sand Lake Families!

• Our Walking School Bus will take place on Tuesdays this spring. The planned dates are April 28th, May 5th, and May 12th, weather permitting. Keep an eye out for an email with more information soon!

• Sand Lake Field Day will be held on Thursday, May 28th. More details about volunteering for the event will be coming. 

• Check out the new PE Facebook page, Sand Lake Physical Education, to keep up with what is happening in PE class at Sand Lake!

From the Sand Lake PTG

Thank you, everyone, for your help with desserts and goodies to support our staff during parent-teacher conferences! We heard they were delicious!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Sand Lake PTG is hosting another fundraising event with the big cheese - Mr. Chuck E Cheese himself! On Friday, April 17, from 3:00-9:00 p.m., stop by the restaurant for a fun time with your friends and enjoy some pizza. When you order, mention Sand Lake, and we'll benefit up to 25% of your purchase! Who knows...maybe Chuck will stop by the school again?

We are also now offering childcare during our PTG meetings! Please consider coming to our next one: Monday, May 4 @ 5:30 p.m. at Sand Lake. We'd love to meet you and hear your awesome ideas!

You can find the Sand Lake building calendar on the school district website HERE.

What's for lunch at Sand Lake? 

Find our April menu here! 

Our menus can always be found on the Holmen School District website 

by clicking the "Lunch Menu" icon on the landing page.

*Just a reminder that if you are paying a student's lunch account by check, please make check payable to: 

Student Universal Nutrition or SUN. Thank you!

From Nutritional Services

Meal Account Reminder:

Families receive an automated email notification when their student’s meal account balance reaches $10 or less. If your student does not qualify for free or reduced-price meals, we kindly ask that you make a payment promptly to avoid any disruption in meal service.


Payment Options:

• Cash or check (payable to Student Universal Nutrition or SUN)

• Online through Infinite Campus
• For added convenience, Infinite Campus also offers the option to set up recurring payments. After the initial transaction, future payments do not incur a fee. This is a great way to stay on top of your student’s account while also saving on transaction costs.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact Nutrition Services at mardan@holmen.k12.wi.us. We’re happy to help!

***Order your yearbook HERE by April 15th!***

Not sure if you've ordered a yearbook already? 

You can find out on the website by clicking here.

Sand Lake Elementary Newsletter - March 2026

 

From the Principal: Mr. Meyers

Sand Lake Families,

March has long been one of my favorite months of the year. As the snow and colder weather begin to fade, we gain a little more daylight, and our school calendar is filled with exciting opportunities for students, families, and staff to participate in together.

During our upcoming progress conferences, teachers will discuss student growth, strengths, daily work habits, assessment results, interactions with classmates, and areas for continued growth. Time will also be provided for parents to ask questions. Prior to your conference, it may be helpful to talk with your child about how they feel their school experience is going. Sharing what they believe is going well, along with where they may need additional support, can help guide a meaningful conversation with their teacher. We have wonderful students at Sand Lake, and this is a great opportunity to celebrate your child’s progress.

Our third, fourth, and fifth-grade students are also preparing for the Wisconsin Forward Exam this month. While this assessment is just one measure of student progress, it provides important information for both families and our school. Please watch for communication from your child’s teacher regarding testing schedules, and help set students up for success with positive encouragement, plenty of sleep, and nutritious snacks ahead of testing days.

Finally, the School District of Holmen has an operational referendum question on the April 7, 2026, ballot. The official ballot question reads:

“Shall the School District of Holmen, La Crosse County, Wisconsin be authorized to exceed the revenue limit specified in Section 121.91, Wisconsin Statutes, by $4,525,000 per year for five years, beginning with the 2026 to 2027 school year and ending with the 2030 to 2031 school year, for nonrecurring purposes consisting of expenses for operations and maintenance, safety, and educational programming?”

I encourage each of you to stay informed by visiting the district’s referendum website and reaching out with any questions. I am happy to answer what I can or connect you with additional information. In short, the referendum prioritizes three focus areas: educational programming, safety, and operations and maintenance.

Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns about Sand Lake or the upcoming referendum. I look forward to seeing many of you in the coming weeks.


In Partnership,

Matt Meyers

Principal

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From the School Counselor: Mrs. Lamprecht

We are welcoming Coulee Council to Sand Lake during March and April! Coulee Council will be teaching lessons in all Kindergarten through 4th grade classrooms on topics such as responsibility, refusal skills for healthy drug-free living, and interpersonal skills to resist peer pressure through the Too Good For Drugs Program. You are encouraged to ask your child about what he or she has learned throughout March and April. This program is part of the school counseling and health curriculum.

From the Music Teacher: Mrs. Heerts

Our music programs are quickly approaching, so we wanted to get you all the information you need to prepare for an amazing show!

All concerts will take place in the Sand Lake Cafeteria. Concert dress is nice clothes.

March 5th - 3rd & 5th Grade Concerts

• Third Grade Program: We Sing: 6:00 p.m. Students will meet in their classrooms at 5:45 p.m.and be picked up there after the concert. 

• Fifth Grade Program: What A Wonderful World: 7:00 p.m. Students will meet in their classrooms at 6:45 p.m. and be picked up there after the concert.

March 19th - Kindergarten & 1st Grade Concerts

• Kindergarten Program: The Muffin Man and Friends: 6:00 p.m. Students will meet in their classrooms at 5:45 p.m. and be picked up there after the concert.

• First Grade Program: I'm Grateful: 7:00 p.m. Students will meet in their classrooms at 6:45 p.m. and be picked up there after the concert.

We know that many of you will arrive early to be ready for the big show! We kindly ask that if you are arriving early, please be mindful of supervising your children so that the performers can have a calm environment to prepare in and enter into. 

Additionally, please be aware of your arrival time and that there might be parking constraints on these nights. Additional parking is available at Coulee Life Church, next door to Sand Lake.

We can't wait to share our hard work with all of you!

From the Sand Lake PTG:

Our Valentine’s Bingo was filled with smiles, laughter, and so much LOVE! It wouldn’t have been the same without all of you! Thank you to every family who came out, played along, cheered each other on, and made the night so special. Seeing our school community together is what it’s all about! We are so grateful for your continued support!💗 

We will have two PTG meetings this month: 

• Tuesday, March 3rd, at 5:30 PM
• Monday, March 30th, at 5:30 PM

Both meetings will be held in the Sand Lake Elementary conference room. We hope you will join us!

You can find the Sand Lake building calendar on the school district website HERE.

What's for lunch at Sand Lake? 

Find our March menu here! 

Our menus can always be found on the Holmen School District website 

by clicking the "Lunch Menu" icon on the landing page.