What’s Happening at Wisconsin Virtual Academy This Week?

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical Gathering

We’re heading to the Children’s Theater of Madison to see Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical! Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who has attended middle school.

Date: Wednesday, October 23rd

Time: 10am (Please arrive 30 minutes before this time.)

Cost: $10/Person (PayPal)

Parking for The MyArts Center: There is free street parking in the neighborhood surrounding the MYArts building. Parking in the MYArts Parking Ramp (1055 E. Mifflin) is $2/hour and can be accessed via Ingersoll St.

Open to students in grades 4K-12 and their families. Recommended for grades 4 and up. Children ages 3 and up are welcome.

Please contact Lynne Heinzelman at lheinzelman@wivcs.org with questions.

DEADLINE to register: Tuesday, October 8th.

Register here: https://bit.ly/47U3ueZ

Monday, September 30th

12pm-1pm: LC Help Desk

The Learning Coach Help Desk is an optional session that all learning coaches can attend if they need additional assistance.

Please contact Lynne Heinzelman at lheinzelman@wivcs.org for more info.

Join here: https://bit.ly/4dHU3kZ

Tuesday, October 1st

3:40pm-4:30pm: Chess Club

Join us to learn how to play chess, improve your existing skills, practice successful strategies, study openings, and have fun playing chess! No experience required.
Open to grades 9-12.

Please contact Mr. Carravetta at rcarravetta@wivcs.org for more info.

Wednesday, October 2nd

12pm-1pm: LC Help Desk

The Learning Coach Help Desk is an optional session that all learning coaches can attend if they need additional assistance.

Please contact Lynne Heinzelman at lheinzelman@wivcs.org for more info.

Join here: https://bit.ly/4dHU3kZ

12pm-1pm: Student Council

Student Council plans events like spirit weeks, volunteer projects, and other activities that bring everyone together. The Student Council also acts as the voice of the students, making sure your ideas, concerns, and suggestions are heard by the school’s leaders. They work together to make our school a better place for everyone!
Open to DCA students.

Please contact Ms. Smits at msmits@wivcs.org or Ms. Krueger at dkrueger@wivcs.org for more info.

1pm-2pm: Art Club

Art Club will be a place to share art, practice drawing, and do crafty projects together!
Open to grades 6-8.

Please contact Mrs. Mayer at emayer@wivcs.org for more info.

1pm-2pm: Plan Your Dream Vacation Club

Open to grade 8.

Please contact Mrs. Krueger at skrueger@wivcs.org for more info.

2:30pm-3pm: Neurodiverse Learners (NDL) Club

Join us as we make friends, share interests, and support each other!
Open to grades 6-8.

Please contact Ms. Lynn at slynn@wivcs.org or Ms. Yarwood at ayarwood@wivcs.org for more info.

3:30pm-4:30pm: Fiber Crafts Club

Join us for knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, crewel, tatting, and quilting! No experience necessary. Bring your projects and work on them while hanging out with crafty people! Please provide your own supplies.
Open to grades 8-12.

Please contact Mrs. Gasser at kgasser@wivcs.org or Ms. Kubly at rkubly@wivcs.org for more info.

4pm-5pm: Minecraft Club

Join us for Minecraft 101, challenges, and SMP!
Open to grades 9-12.

Please contact Mx. Punches at bpunches@wivcs.org for more info.

Thursday, October 3rd

9am-10am: LC Orientation

Learning Coach Orientation is a mandatory class for all new learning coaches to attend. Learning Coach Orientation sessions are offered every week three times a week.

Please contact Lynne Heinzelman at lheinzelman@wivcs.org for more info.

Join here: https://bit.ly/4dBxJbT

2pm-2:30pm: Photography Challenge Club

Gather with us as we chat about our photos, share tips, and work on challenges together!
Open to grades 4-5.

Please contact Mrs. Marten at amarten@wivcs.org or Mrs. Palmer at bpalmer@wivcs.org for more info.

5pm-6pm: LC Orientation

Learning Coach Orientation is a mandatory class for all new learning coaches to attend. Learning Coach Orientation sessions are offered every week three times a week.

Please contact Lynne Heinzelman at lheinzelman@wivcs.org for more info.

Join here: https://bit.ly/4eQJPPy

Friday, October 4th

8:30am-10am: LC Community Coffee

LC Community Coffee is an optional session for all learning coaches to attend to connect with other learning coaches. You can ask questions, share experiences, plan gatherings, etc.

Please contact Lynne Heinzelman at lheinzelman@wivcs.org for more info.

Join here: https://bit.ly/3B1qY5q

11am-12pm: Music Club

Music Club is a place where you can meet like-minded people who love singing, playing instruments, forming a band, and more! Build your skills and have some fun with people who also love music!
Open to grades 9-12.

Please contact Ms. Rust at brust@wivcs.org for more info.

12pm-1pm: LC Orientation

Learning Coach Orientation is a mandatory class for all new learning coaches to attend. Learning Coach Orientation sessions are offered every week three times a week.

Please contact Lynne Heinzelman at lheinzelman@wivcs.org for more info.

Join here: https://bit.ly/3ZLhKoq

12pm-1pm: SkillsUSA Club

If you’re interested in practicing personal, workplace, and technical skills, join us for competitions, leadership conferences, school-to-career connections, and problem solving!
Open to grades 9-12.

Please contact Mrs. Billings at nbillings@wivcs.org for more info.

12pm-4pm: K12 Career & College Prep – Enrollment & Enlistment Expo

Ready to take charge of your future? Don’t miss the K12 Career & College Prep Enrollment & Enlistment Expo on October 4th! Whether you’re eyeing college, trade school, or just exploring your options, this is your chance to connect with opportunities that match your goals. It’s all happening from 12pm-4pm. Save the date, and let’s start planning your next big move!
Explore Your Path: Check out colleges, trade schools, and more to find what fits you. Get Career Coaching: Tap into career advice to level up your future. Make Moves: Connect with schools and use all the resources to plan your next steps.
Open to grades 11-12.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3XYf31x

12:35pm-1:05pm: Compassion Club

Open to grades 9-12.

Please contact Mr. Pegelow at spegelow@wivcs.org for more info.

12:35pm-1:05pm: Foodie Club

Join us to share recipes, restaurant suggestions, and homemade food photos!
Open to grades 9-12.

Please contact Mrs. Gerold at kgerold@wivcs.org for more info.

12:35pm-1:05pm: Poets’ Society Club

The Poets’ Society exists to cultivate young poets who think creatively, write dynamically, and share courageously. Join us to read, write, and share poetry with other students!
Open to grades 9-12.

Please contact Mrs. Allen at rallen@wivcs.org for more info.

4pm-5pm: Chess Club

Play weekly chess tournaments with your classmates!
Open to grades 7-12.

Please contact Mr. Lyle at blyle@wivcs.org for more info.

K12 Minecraft Challenge: K12 Days of Kindness Build

Dive into a world where emotions come to life and find what brings you joy! In this build challenge, you will meet Joy and Anxiety from Inside Out 2. Solve a puzzle using Microsoft MakeCode then use Minecraft as a canvas to build a representation of something that brings joy to your life. To play this world you will need to download Minecraft Education and use your K12 login credentials to activate your license to play the game world. So, what is something that brings you joy? Show off your Minecraft skills by building how you find joy – and your build could win you a $25 Amazon e-gift card!
Open to grades K-12.
DEADLINE to submit your build: October 31st by 4:00pm.

Access the build challenge here: https://bit.ly/4eODJyO

Submit a photo of your build here: https://bit.ly/3Zqyf9a

K12 Game On Competition

Enter K12’s annual game development competition. Pitch your idea for an educational video game, show off your creativity, and win big prizes! The K12 Game On Competition is open to students in grades K-12. Students will be split into divisions based on their grade level and judged against students in the same division. Students interested in participating should pitch their idea for an educational video game by 4:00pm on November 18th. Parents or guardians must enter on behalf of students ages 13 or under.
Open to grades K-12.
DEADLINE to submit your pitch: November 18th by 4:00pm.

Submit your pitch here: https://bit.ly/4b5z2Qk

K12 Robotics Competition 2025

Time to gear up for the 2025 K12 Robotics Competition. Your student can showcase their creativity, problem-solving skills, and coding expertise for a chance to win $500! The K12 Robotics Competition is open to students in grades 4-12. Students will compete against others in their grade band. To enter, students must have Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT) software, which can be downloaded for just $50. This powerful software is an essential tool for designing, building, and programming the robots that will take part in the competition. The software will serve as the virtual playground for participants to create and test their robotic solutions. Students interested in participating should download the VRT software and complete the registration form by 4:00pm on December 16th. Parents or guardians must enter on behalf of students under the age of 13.
Open to grades 4-12.
DEADLINE to register: December 16th by 4:00pm.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3ZwGhLN

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