The next meeting of the Eisenhower Parent Teacher Organization is Wednesday, March 18 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Eisenhower in Conference Room E. Any parents interested in helping plan this year's 8th Grade Promotion Celebration are invited to attend starting at 7 p.m.

We look forward to partnering with families, community and the school to identify needs, fund programs, and create experiences that make our school a place every child is proud to be part of. Questions? Email us at nblionspto@gmail.com

We recognize that families may be experiencing increased challenges as a result of the government shutdown, including financial stress or difficulty accessing needed resources. Our School Social Worker LaSonja Johnson  is available to assist families in connecting with community programs and supports related to food, clothing, housing, mental health, and other essential needs.

All communication will be handled confidentially and with care. If your family would benefit from additional support or information about available resources, please contact our School Social Worker LaSonja Johnson directly @ 262.789.6212 or email:  lasonja.johnson@nbexcellence.org

Mr. Annoye and Ms. Brauner are excited to offer a High School Anxiety Group for students who want to learn helpful strategies to better manage stress and anxiety. 🔹 When: Thursdays during Flex, beginning February 26th 🔹 Where: Student Service Rm. 231 🔹 What: Students will practice valuable coping skills, share experiences, and build confidence in a supportive setting. If you’re interested in joining, please email Mr. Annoye at jesse.annoye@nbexcellence.org or Ms. Brauner at kaelie.brauner@nbexcellence.org

SEMESTER ONE Honor Roll Students, stop by Student Services in room #231, to pick up your gift certificate for a FREE Cousins Sub sandwich compliments of our local New Berlin-Cousins Subs.  Click Here to View the Semester One Honor Roll  
Honor Students (Grades 7-12) Qualifications are based on Semester Grade(s)
Congratulations to all the hard-working Eisenhower students for their accomplishments!

High School Seniors, remember to complete the 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form as soon as possible to ensure you have access to as much financial aid as possible!

To schedule an appointment with your School Counselor, students and parents can use the following links to book an appointment. You can also visit the Eisenhower Student Services website homepage to locate these same links. Please consider saving your counselor’s link as a favorite in your web browser.

Mr. Annoye (A-He) mrannoye.youcanbook.me

Mrs. Mees (Hi-O)    mrsmees.youcanbook.me

Mrs. Lohse (P-Z)     mrslohse.youcanbook.me

After the appointment has been booked, students will receive a confirmation email. This email will serve as their pass out of the classroom. Check your spam folder if you do not see it in your inbox. Students must have this confirmation email available in order to leave class to attend their appointment.  If you have any questions please reach out to your assigned school counselor.

Wisconsin residents who plan to attend a Minnesota institution at in-state tuition rates must apply for tuition reciprocity. Reciprocity applications for Fall 2026 will open on February 1, 2026. Applications for Spring 2027 will be available beginning October 1, 2026. Learn more about MN–WI reciprocity and eligibility requirements at the following link: wisconsin.edu/reciprocity

Information sessions provide prospective students an opportunity to learn more about a college/university’s academic and student life by meeting in a small group setting with the admission’s representative. In addition, students will gain insights into the admission, financial aid and scholarship process. The goal of each session is to provide a comprehensive overview of the school and answer any and all questions students may have. Generally, each session lasts approximately 45 min. Students can pick up a pass to attend in the Student Services Department the day before or morning of the visit. Please report to Student Services, #231, at the time of the visit. Should you have any questions, please contact your School Counselor. As we continue to schedule additional visits, we will revise this schedule. We hope to see you!
College Visits
March:
3-6-26                  Marquette University @ 11:40 a.m.
3-18-26               UW-Milwaukee @ 10:30 a.m.
3-24-26|              UW-Whitewater @ 8:30 a.m.
April:
4-8-26                  Lakeland University @ 11:40 a.m.
4-17-26               UW-La Crosse @ 9:30 a.m.
Military Visits
United States Air Force @ Lunchtime Visit in The Commons: 3/12/26; 5/14/26
United States Army: @ Lunchtime Visit in The Commons:  First and third Tuesday of each month
Wisconsin Army National Guard @ Lunchtime Visit in The Commons: Third Wednesday of each month.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM until Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM @ Drake University Des Moines, IA  50311 
BullD.O.G.S. in Healthcare:  Drake Opportunities for Gaining Skills in Healthcare
This program will introduce you to careers in the health professions by educating you about opportunities in health sciences and inspiring you to explore different pathways. You will participate in hands-on laboratory experiences, educational sessions, and interactive discussions with students and faculty in the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences to understand how to best prepare for a career in healthcare. Special emphasis is placed on promoting careers in nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, and many others. The overarching goal of this program is to expose you to a wide variety of opportunities within healthcare and educate you about how you can best prepare for a career in the health professions.  For more information about the program goals, activities and requirements, visit the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences website.  
Registration for this event will close on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm (noon) CDT. Due to the costs involved in providing an overnight experience on campus, there is a $200.00 fee for participating in BullD.O.G.S. in Healthcare. Once you have completed the form below, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to pay the $200.00 fee. Financial assistance may be available to students who qualify. Payments will be accepted for this program until Monday, June 1, 2026 at 11:59 pm CDT. Participants who have not paid the registration fee by this date will forfeit their spot in the program. Refunds will not be granted for cancellations made after June 1, 2026. 
If you have questions about BullD.O.G.S. in Healthcare or our College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences programs, please contact Taylor Burgraff, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services for the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, via email at taylor.burgraff@drake.edu or via phone at (515) 271-1823.

The FBI Milwaukee Teen Academy, formerly called the Teen Experience & Mentorship (TEAM) program, is a three-day youth educational experience for high school students interested in law enforcement careers. The Teen Academy is presented by local, state, and federal law enforcement partners and FBI personnel. Students receive specific classroom training and practical exercises in investigative forensics, use of cyber technology techniques for combating violent crime, counterintelligence, gang awareness, civil rights (hate crimes), and many more violations of state and federal law. The Teen Academy is a unique experience which also includes an opportunity for youth to be paired with FBI volunteers who will be their law enforcement career mentors at the conclusion of the program.
To Apply
FBI Milwaukee is currently accepting applications for its 2026 Teen Academy. The academy invites high school students ages 15-18 in grades 9 to 12 to join us on June 23 - June 25, 2026, at the Milwaukee Field Office, located at 3600 S. Lake Drive St. Francis, WI. Click here to view and download 2026 Teen Academy application. Applications and any supplementary materials must be received by Friday, May 1, 2026, for review. 

Heavy equipment operators, mobile crane operators, and truck drivers have always been some of the most stable and well paying occupations in America.  People depend on these skilled professionals for much of what it takes to build and maintain our highways, roads, bridges, buildings, housing and public lands.  ATS, located in Sun Prairie, WI currently offers standardized and customized training programs in: Heavy Equipment Operation; Crane Operation; and Class-A CDL Truck Driving. For more information, please contact the Admissions Department at: 1.800.383.7364; email: Admissions@Operator-School.com or visit us at www.Operator-School.com

UW-Stout will be hosting our Teach Day event on April 21, 2026. 9:00 am to 2:00pm.  At UW-Stout's Teach Day, your students have the opportunity to explore one of our seven dynamic teacher preparation programs, connect with faculty and student ambassadors, immerse themselves in our vibrant campus, and yes, enjoy a delicious lunch on us. Teaching is in high demand nationwide, and we're here to show you why it's not just a job but a journey to make a lasting impact. Register now for Teach Day – it's your ticket to exploring the world of education and becoming a leader in the field! 

As the winter sports seasons come to an end, students and their parents/guardians are encouraged to complete the following survey about their season. The purpose of this survey is to gather valuable feedback for our coaches and programs to continuously improve and provide the best experience possible for our students. Please CLICK HERE to complete the end-of-season survey. Thank you for helping us improve!

The New Berlin Eisenhower competitive cheer team fought as one to take 2nd in the state this past weekend at the WACPC State Competition in the coed division. Congratulations to all of the athletes who competed this weekend. Seniors, thank you for leading this team through an unforgettable season. 

Congrats to Eisenhower Dance for winning a State Championship in D4 Pom! They also placed 3rd in D2 Jazz! It's the 10th state title since 2017 for Ike Dance! Congrats to the student-athletes, coaches, & families on this outstanding accomplishment!

The New Berlin Eisenhower competitive cheer team fought as one to take 2nd in the state this past weekend at the WACPC State Competition in the coed division. Congratulations to all of the athletes who competed this weekend. Seniors, thank you for leading this team through an unforgettable season. 

See below for information about how to register for your spring sport.  Please note, sports registration is now completed on a different platform (Bound) than in past years.  If you haven't already registered for a sport through Bound, you must create a new family account. Sport fees are also paid via Bound.  

Please CLICK HERE for instructions on how to get started and register through Bound.  

Registration Link - spring sports should start registering ASAP, if you haven't already
How-To-Guide - for instructions

Spring Sports Start Dates:
Track & Field (boys & girls): 3.9.6
Lacrosse (boys & girls via Mukwonago co-op): 3.16.26
Softball: 3.16.26
Baseball: 3.23.26
Girls Soccer: 3.23.26
Boys Golf: 3.30.26
Boys Tennis: 3.30.26
*Click here for the sports & activities guide

Eisenhower DECA students competed at the State Career Development Conference in the last week of February and had a lot to celebrate. Of the 23 students that competed, we had 10 qualify for the International Career Development Conference that will be held at the end of April in Atlanta, Georgia. Eisenhower also received multiple community service awards as a chapter, including the top collector in the state for Trick-or-Can which involved "trick-or-treating" back in October for the New Berlin Food Pantry. Congratulations to all DECA members and a special shout-out to Shaurya Tiwari who was a champion in the Principles of Finance event!

DECA has an action packed meeting with lots of opportunities to get involved in the next month. Come to this month's meeting on Thursday, March 19 in lecture hall B (Mr. Kern's room). Hope to see you there!

Tattoo a Teacher Fundraise from March 10th–24th, students can pay $1 to select a temporary tattoo for a teacher by placing it in that teacher’s bucket. Teachers will wear the tattoos they receive on March 27th during IKE Madness, so join the fun and help support the fundraiser by giving your favorite teachers some ink for the day!

Congratulations to our STATE CHAMPION Academic Decathlon team! Eisenhower placed 1st overall (in all divisions) as a team, 2nd in Super Quiz, and earned the top team score in Music! Our team includes Diya Amarnath, Mercedes Jaquez, Isha Joshi, Emily Hogg, AJ Johnson-Weiland, Meenakshi Pradeep, Jonah Anderson, Ezria Noe, and Mitchell Noe. Alternates include Sylvia Li, Brooke Brahm, Anwita Dash, Caelyn Brown, and Caroline Berther. Coaches are Ms. Laura Ramthun and Ms. Jodi Rain. Their title advances them to the national competition in Garden City, CA! Congrats to all on this outstanding achievement!

UNIVERSITIES OF WISCONSIN SCHOLARSHIPS All UW universities offer scholarships to incoming students. Some are automatically awarded based on academic profile, while others are awarded based on a scholarship application review. Many scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Encourage students to research available opportunities, meet deadlines, and apply to every scholarship they qualify for. Don’t let scholarship opportunities pass by!
Explore UW university scholarships today: go.wisconsin.edu/pay-for-college/explore-financial-aid/scholarships-and-grants  

GO WISCONSIN SCHOLARSHIP Encourage your students to apply for the 2026 Go Wisconsin Emma D. Boettiger Scholarship! Go Wisconsin will award two academic scholarships to Wisconsin high school students who plan to enroll full time at a Universities of Wisconsin university starting in the Fall 2026 term. Applications are due Monday, March 2, 2026.
For more information about the scholarship and how to apply, please visit the following website: wisconsin.edu/students/pay-for-college/go-wisconsin-scholarship

Follow this link for a full list of scholarships. The scholarships are listed in order of application due date. You also can sort the list by scholarship names in alphabetical order, search by category or by a keyword. In addition, you can "Print a Short List" or "Print a Expanded List" which includes all the scholarship requirements and website links.

Follow this link for a list of college specific scholarships.

Questions: Please contact your Student Services Office or School Counselor: Eisenhower or  New Berlin West

Locations:  Horeb and Buchner Public Pools in Waukesha.  https://waukesha-wi.gov/  262-993-2084

Timeline:  Summer 2026

The City of Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department is currently hiring for several fun, flexible, and student‑friendly summer jobs at Horeb and Buchner Pools. These roles are great for students looking for their first job, wanting to gain experience, or hoping to work in a positive, team‑oriented environment this summer.

Positions & Starting Pay:

Lifeguards: $16.00–$19.00/hr  (Free certification class available for new guards.)
Front Desk Team: $14.00–$16.50/hr
Concessions Team: $13.00–$14.50/hr
Contact:  Logan Kein  LKein@waukesha-wi.gov

Related to Career Clusters: Job-Government + Public Administration

Location: 15321 W National Ave., New Berlin    

Timeline:  Seasonal

Compensation: $14/hour

General Overview of the Position:
We are looking for fun and energetic counselors to engage school-age campers in various activities, games, field trips, swimming, science, and more! Provide leadership and team building and make a positive impact on children's lives!

Estimated 30-40 hours per week in the summer; Flexible work schedules possible.

Under the supervision of the Day Camp Coordinator, the Day Camp Counselor is directly responsible for the safety and direct supervision of the participants in the Day Camp program.

Examples of Essential Duties:
Responsible for supervision of children and activities
Ensure all equipment is set up, and activity area is safe.
Assist in planning programs and daily activities.
Observes, enforces and explains all facility rules and regulations to participants.
Report problems or needs to management.
Responsible for clean-up of their playground activities area.           
Report to work at the scheduled hour and work the entire assigned schedule.
Attend all in-service training programs and be aware of facility procedures.
Communicate equipment and/or supply needs with management.
All other duties as may be assigned.
 
Minimum Qualifications:
Possess and interest in working with/teaching children.
Ability to keep simple records and reports, and work from oral and written directions.
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, knee, crouch or crawl.
Ability to communicate effectively, courteously, and tactfully with staff, city officials and the public.
Ability to present a positive image of the department and the City.
 
Position Specific Information:
Locations:
New Berlin Community Center at Hickory Grove: 2600 S. Sunny Slope Road, New Berlin, WI 53151
New Berlin Activities and Recreation Center: 15321 W National Ave, New Berlin, WI 53151

Additional Information:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/newberlinwi

Related to Career Clusters:  Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, Government & Public Administration

Show the PRIDE you have for your students and your community by displaying an IKE LION PRIDE  flag in your yard, porch, or window.  Order your Eisenhower
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Attention Parents/Guardians of New Berlin West Middle/High School and New Berlin Eisenhower Seniors of the Class of 2026!
Personalized 2026 Graduation Banners are now available for sale!
Order Here
FINAL Deadline to order: April 30th
Delivery: Early May, right to your home!
Celebrate your senior’s achievement with a customized banner!
Check the attached QR code for form and ordering instructions.