The Kids’ Choice Award program is a wonderful partnership between Bridges Library System, Jefferson County and Waukesha County libraries, and local area schools—designed to promote a love of reading and an appreciation for books among 4th, 5th, and 6th graders.
This year, 36 fourth- and fifth-grade students from Barrie, Luther, Purdy, and Rockwell Elementary accepted the challenge! 🎉
This year, 36 fourth- and fifth-grade students from Barrie, Luther, Purdy, and Rockwell Elementary accepted the challenge! 🎉
Our youngest learners and our leaders came together to celebrate big milestones! 🎉
Kindergarten and 1st grade marked the 100th day of school, while our 5th graders celebrated their 1,000th day with fun, hands-on learning activities throughout the day.
Kindergarten and 1st grade marked the 100th day of school, while our 5th graders celebrated their 1,000th day with fun, hands-on learning activities throughout the day.
Our FAHS students shared the love this Valentine’s season by creating heartfelt cards for members of our local community! 💌
Valentines were delivered to the FAPD, FAFD, Fort Memorial Hospital, the Armory, and many senior living and nursing home communities. This special project was all about spreading kindness, appreciation, and gratitude to those who care for and serve others every day.
Thank you to our students for representing FAHS with such compassion and to our community partners for all that you do. Wishing everyone a season filled with love, care, and connection! ❤️
Valentines were delivered to the FAPD, FAFD, Fort Memorial Hospital, the Armory, and many senior living and nursing home communities. This special project was all about spreading kindness, appreciation, and gratitude to those who care for and serve others every day.
Thank you to our students for representing FAHS with such compassion and to our community partners for all that you do. Wishing everyone a season filled with love, care, and connection! ❤️
Happy 100th Day of School! 💯🎉
Our students in Mrs. Janel’s class at Barrie had a blast celebrating this special milestone! From creating 100th day hats to completing fun writing and art activities, there was excitement all around. We even challenged ourselves to do 100 different actions — and yes, we definitely got all our wiggles out!
Our students in Mrs. Janel’s class at Barrie had a blast celebrating this special milestone! From creating 100th day hats to completing fun writing and art activities, there was excitement all around. We even challenged ourselves to do 100 different actions — and yes, we definitely got all our wiggles out!
Mrs. Johnson’s students at Luther Elementary shared special Valentine's messages of love, hope, and belonging in their own words. Their thoughtful reflections remind us that acts of kindness and compassion help build a stronger, more connected school community.
Mr. Stewart spent time reading to Mrs. Schroeder’s third grade class at Barrie, sharing his Principal’s Pick of the Month for February, Each Kindness.
This powerful story is a wonderful way to support our February theme of Empathy, helping students reflect on how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Thank you, Mr. Stewart, for taking the time to connect with students and promote meaningful learning through reading at #1Fort! 📚✨
This powerful story is a wonderful way to support our February theme of Empathy, helping students reflect on how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Thank you, Mr. Stewart, for taking the time to connect with students and promote meaningful learning through reading at #1Fort! 📚✨
The Purdy Green Team coordinated a Food and Supply Drive to benefit the Fort Atkinson Food Pantry and the Humane Society of Jefferson County, and it was a WONDERFUL event!
Thank you to all of our families who donated, and to the Green Team members who helped make it a success. 💚
Thank you to all of our families who donated, and to the Green Team members who helped make it a success. 💚
We are proud to recognize Mr. Justin Steger, band teacher at Fort Atkinson High School, as the Fort Atkinson Rotary Educator of the Month. Mr. Steger is truly a gift to our students and staff and represents the very best of teaching and learning in instrumental music. During the school day, he teaches multiple band ensembles, jazz bands, music theory, and even created one of our newest course offerings, Intro to Guitar.
🎉 Congratulations, Fort Atkinson Debate! 🏆
We’re incredibly proud of the Fort Atkinson Debate team for their outstanding performance at the Wisconsin State Debate Tournament! 🗣️
✨ This year’s highlights:
Three debate pairs competed at State — and all three advanced out of prelims and into elimination rounds!
In the First & Second Year Division:
✨ Riley Cunningham & Landon Peterson reached the Octofinals
✨ Claire Yin & Logan Crossman advanced all the way to the Quarterfinals
In the Varsity Division:
✨ Eli Szabo & Walid Guerra also earned a spot in the Quarterfinals
🏅 As a result of this broad and impressive success, Fort Atkinson was named First Place in the “Medium School Rising Program Award” category — an incredible achievement for the entire program!
👏 Special recognitions:
Eli Szabo received a $500 scholarship from the Wisconsin Debate Coaches Association
Eli Szabo & Walid Guerra have qualified for the NCFL National Championship, to be held over Memorial Day weekend in Washington, D.C.
📸 The photos show the team’s prep room at State, as well as some of the team in the hallway with alumni judges Henry Gehrenbeck and Josh Tidberg — a great reminder of the lasting impact of this program.
Way to represent Fort Atkinson with skill, teamwork, and determination. We can’t wait to see what you do next! ❤️🖤 #1Fort
We’re incredibly proud of the Fort Atkinson Debate team for their outstanding performance at the Wisconsin State Debate Tournament! 🗣️
✨ This year’s highlights:
Three debate pairs competed at State — and all three advanced out of prelims and into elimination rounds!
In the First & Second Year Division:
✨ Riley Cunningham & Landon Peterson reached the Octofinals
✨ Claire Yin & Logan Crossman advanced all the way to the Quarterfinals
In the Varsity Division:
✨ Eli Szabo & Walid Guerra also earned a spot in the Quarterfinals
🏅 As a result of this broad and impressive success, Fort Atkinson was named First Place in the “Medium School Rising Program Award” category — an incredible achievement for the entire program!
👏 Special recognitions:
Eli Szabo received a $500 scholarship from the Wisconsin Debate Coaches Association
Eli Szabo & Walid Guerra have qualified for the NCFL National Championship, to be held over Memorial Day weekend in Washington, D.C.
📸 The photos show the team’s prep room at State, as well as some of the team in the hallway with alumni judges Henry Gehrenbeck and Josh Tidberg — a great reminder of the lasting impact of this program.
Way to represent Fort Atkinson with skill, teamwork, and determination. We can’t wait to see what you do next! ❤️🖤 #1Fort
Luther Elementary third graders published argumentative articles about misunderstood animals and the important roles they play in their ecosystems. Through research, drafting, revising, and editing, students built strong arguments to persuade readers to see these animals in a new light.
🎉 Celebrating an Outstanding Achievement at #1Fort! 🎉
We are incredibly proud of our FAHS senior, Oliphia Lin, for being named a Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Semifinalist for 2026! Oliphia is the daughter of Wen Lin and Li Zheng of Fort Atkinson, and this recognition is a testament to her hard work, academic excellence, and dedication.
We are incredibly proud of our FAHS senior, Oliphia Lin, for being named a Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship Semifinalist for 2026! Oliphia is the daughter of Wen Lin and Li Zheng of Fort Atkinson, and this recognition is a testament to her hard work, academic excellence, and dedication.
🎯 Something BIG is taking aim in #1Fort… 🏹
Before the school day even begins…After the final bell rings…140 student archers (grades 4–12) are quietly sharpening focus, building confidence, and putting Fort Atkinson on the map. This isn’t just a sport! It’s teamwork. Dedication. Leadership. Relationships. It’s beyond the arrow.
This past weekend, our archers showed heart AND skill by hosting a solo tournament by having all funds donated directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 💙—proving that character hits the bullseye every time.
Before the school day even begins…After the final bell rings…140 student archers (grades 4–12) are quietly sharpening focus, building confidence, and putting Fort Atkinson on the map. This isn’t just a sport! It’s teamwork. Dedication. Leadership. Relationships. It’s beyond the arrow.
This past weekend, our archers showed heart AND skill by hosting a solo tournament by having all funds donated directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 💙—proving that character hits the bullseye every time.
🎤 Debate Team Success!
The Fort Atkinson Debate Team competed in the MCFL National Qualifier this past weekend and is proud to announce that Eli Szabo and Walid Guerra have earned a bid to the National Tournament!
Their teammates, Claire Yin and Logan Crossman, finished as first alternates, an outstanding accomplishment in a highly competitive field.
The Fort Atkinson Debate Team competed in the MCFL National Qualifier this past weekend and is proud to announce that Eli Szabo and Walid Guerra have earned a bid to the National Tournament!
Their teammates, Claire Yin and Logan Crossman, finished as first alternates, an outstanding accomplishment in a highly competitive field.
🎶 Celebrating Excellence at #1Fort! 🎶
We are so proud of Emmet Fettig, a Fort senior whose hard work and musical talent have earned him national recognition. Emmet was named a National YoungArts winner in the jazz category, an incredible honor awarded through a highly competitive national selection process.
We are so proud of Emmet Fettig, a Fort senior whose hard work and musical talent have earned him national recognition. Emmet was named a National YoungArts winner in the jazz category, an incredible honor awarded through a highly competitive national selection process.
🎉🏆 Fort Atkinson Senior Earns National All American Debate Honor!
Congratulations to Fort Atkinson High School senior Elijah “Eli” Szabo, who has earned the National Speech & Debate Association’s Academic All American Award in debate—one of the highest honors in the nation.
Congratulations to Fort Atkinson High School senior Elijah “Eli” Szabo, who has earned the National Speech & Debate Association’s Academic All American Award in debate—one of the highest honors in the nation.
January is School Board Recognition Month! We want to thank our dedicated board members for their service and commitment to #1Fort Schools:
⭐️ Kory Knickrehm, President
⭐️ Amy Amato, Vice President
⭐️ Matt Loup, Clerk
⭐️ Robynn Selle, Treasurer
⭐️ Kurt Lewis, Member
We appreciate your leadership and the time you invest in supporting our students and schools! 🙏
⭐️ Kory Knickrehm, President
⭐️ Amy Amato, Vice President
⭐️ Matt Loup, Clerk
⭐️ Robynn Selle, Treasurer
⭐️ Kurt Lewis, Member
We appreciate your leadership and the time you invest in supporting our students and schools! 🙏
🎶 When the show can’t go on… the music still does! 🎶
The SDFA 5th grade band and orchestra concert was unfortunately canceled due to inclement weather, but that didn’t stop the music. The following day, Mrs. Haffelder, our Band and Orchestra teacher, had students perform a mini concert throughout the halls of Luther, spreading holiday cheer to students and staff alike.
The SDFA 5th grade band and orchestra concert was unfortunately canceled due to inclement weather, but that didn’t stop the music. The following day, Mrs. Haffelder, our Band and Orchestra teacher, had students perform a mini concert throughout the halls of Luther, spreading holiday cheer to students and staff alike.
The students and staff at Luther School were treated to a special performance by opera singer Grace McMahon. Grace, the daughter of Luther employee Kristi McMahan, was home from LSU on winter break and generously shared her incredible talent and inspiring story with our students.
✨ Purdy Elementary kicked off the holiday season in the best way! 🎅
This past Saturday, families gathered for Breakfast with Santa, and the cafeteria was filled with holiday cheer, big smiles, laughter, and plenty of festive fun. ❤️🎄
This past Saturday, families gathered for Breakfast with Santa, and the cafeteria was filled with holiday cheer, big smiles, laughter, and plenty of festive fun. ❤️🎄
🎉 Congratulations to our November Safety Patrollers of the Month!
We are so proud of these student leaders for their dedication and commitment to keeping our schools safe. A big thank you to Jimmy Johns for hosting us!
⭐ Olivia K. (Rockwell)
⭐ Daleyza G. (Purdy)
⭐ Jaret Y. (Rockwell)
⭐ Tobias G. (Barrie)
⭐ Gabby H. (Luther)
⭐ Winnie C. (Barrie)
⭐ Marjorie B. (Luther)
⭐ Myles B. (Purdy)
Great job, patrollers! Keep up the outstanding work!
We are so proud of these student leaders for their dedication and commitment to keeping our schools safe. A big thank you to Jimmy Johns for hosting us!
⭐ Olivia K. (Rockwell)
⭐ Daleyza G. (Purdy)
⭐ Jaret Y. (Rockwell)
⭐ Tobias G. (Barrie)
⭐ Gabby H. (Luther)
⭐ Winnie C. (Barrie)
⭐ Marjorie B. (Luther)
⭐ Myles B. (Purdy)
Great job, patrollers! Keep up the outstanding work!
