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East Troy Community School District

Committed to the Growth and Success of Each Student, Each Year

2026-27 Back to School Newsletter

Posted Date: 07/31/26 (08:49 AM)


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Welcome to the 2026-2027 School Year!

Dear East Troy Families,

We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer and are enjoying these final weeks before the start of a new school year. Whether you are returning to East Troy Community School District or joining us for the first time, we are excited to welcome you to our school community.

As we prepare for the first day of school on September 8, please complete your online registration and review the important dates, reminders, and information included in this newsletter. These resources will help your family feel ready for a smooth start to the year.

Thank you for being an important part of East Troy Community School District. We look forward to welcoming our students back and making the 2026–2027 school year a great one together!

⭐Annual Online Registration⭐

Annual Online Registration for all returning/enrolled students will be open from:
August 1 at 6:00 AM – August 15
Accessible via Family Access (see next section for more information)

This process ensures we have current information for your child and collects annual permissions. During registration, you will also have the option to pay registration and optional fees online using a credit or debit card through RevTrak.

If you prefer to pay in person or by mail, please make checks payable to:
East Troy Community Schools, Attn: Registration

Instructions are attached.
 

Stay Connected: Family Access

We provide Skyward Family Access to families to support better communication and engagement. This online platform allows you to:
  • View your child’s schedule, attendance, grades, discipline records and more
  • Schedule conferences
  • Complete online registration
  • Make online payments for food services and fees
  • Update your contact information and manage notifications
  • Access the Family/Student Directory (see next section for more information)
How to Retrieve Your Login Credentials:
  1. Go to www.easttroy.k12.wi.us and click the Family & Student Access icon.
  2. Click Forgot your login or password?
  3. Enter your email address.
  • If it matches the one on file, you will receive an email with your login details and a password reset link.
  • Be sure your spam filter allows emails from: do.not.reply@k12.wi.us.
If your email is not recognized, please contact dralis@easttroy.k12.wi.us with your name and your child's name for assistance, or call (262) 642-6710 ext. 1250.

Please note: Credentials for new online enrollment do not provide access to the Family Access module.

📢 Important: Manage Your Family Contact Info in Family Access

As a parent/guardian, you may need to contact other families for:
  • Invitations (Please note: Invitations for birthdays and similar events are not allowed to be distributed at school)
  • Playdates
  • School projects
The Skyward Family Access Portal makes it easy to find family contact details like addresses, phone numbers, and emails.

For the Upcoming School Year:
  • Existing families’ preferences will stay the same.
  • Are you included? Make sure your information is set to show if you want to be visible in the directory.
  • New families must opt in to share their info.
How to Update Your Directory Preferences:
  1. Log in to Skyward Family Access
  2. Click My Account at the top of the screen
  3. Scroll to the School Directory section
  4. Select the info you want to share or deselect “Add Family with…” to opt out
  5. Click Save to confirm your choices
Keep Your Info Private or Stay Connected — It’s Your Choice!

Need help? 📞 Contact the school office anytime.

ParentSquare

Our district uses ParentSquare for school communication — via email, text, and app notifications.
ParentSquare is safe, secure, and modern, keeping families connected with their school.
  • Accounts are automatically created for parents, using the preferred email and phone number from our Student Information System.
  • We encourage all parents to log in, download the app, and update notification preferences.

How to Get Started:
📲 On the Mobile App:
  • Download the ParentSquare app.
  • Enter your email or phone number (must match what’s in Skyward).
💻 On the Web:
  • Visit www.parentsquare.com
  • Click Sign In.
  • Under the Register section, enter your email or phone number and click Go.
If your email or phone isn’t recognized:
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to request access, or
  • Request changes to your contact information via Family Access. Allow 2-3 business days for your information to be updated.
Instructions for requesting changes and adjusting notification preferences are attached.
2026-27 Academic Calendar

Back-to-School Events & Opportunities

Join us for events designed to help students and families feel connected, informed, and ready for a successful school year.

Wednesday, August 13
Little Prairie Primary School

  • 10:00 AM — 4K/New 5K Orientation Session
  • 5:00 PM — 4K/New 5K Orientation Session
Tuesday, September 1
All Schools

  • 12:00–3:00 PM — Ready, Set, Go Conferences
Wednesday, September 2
Little Prairie Primary School

  • 9:00 AM–7:00 PM — Ready, Set, Go Conferences
Prairie View Elementary School

  • 9:00 AM–7:00 PM — Ready, Set, Go Conferences
Middle School

  • 9:00 AM–7:00 PM — Ready, Set, Go Conferences
  • 4:00-7:00-PM — MS/HS Cookout hosted on the lawn between the buildings off of Graydon Ave
  • 5:00–6:00 PM — Meet the Middle School for 6th Grade & New Students/Families
High School

  • 9:00–11:30 AM — Freshman Orientation
  • 9:00 AM–7:00 PM — Ready, Set, Go Conferences
  • 4:00-7:00-PM — MS/HS Cookout hosted on the lawn between the buildings off of Graydon Ave
  • 6:00–7:00 PM — Parent Meeting: For Freshmen & New Students

Ready, Set, Go Conferences will be scheduled online through Family Access. More information, including how to sign up, will be sent to families next week.

Please keep an eye on your email and the school website for updates!
 

Registration & Optional Fees

The East Troy Community School District charges student fees to help cover the cost of consumable materials used in classrooms and off-site programs. These fees support items such as workbooks, textbook and technology rentals, and district-wide technology expenses including software licenses, monitoring applications, and online resources. Additional consumable fees may be charged throughout the year for field trips and special courses to provide enriched learning experiences.

Annual fees apply to all students in grades 4K through 12 and vary by grade level. Requests for fee waivers must be submitted each year through the free and reduced lunch application process.

Elementary Fees
  • Registration (5K–5th): $90.00
  • Registration (4K): $45.00
  • Yearbook*: $20.00
Middle School Fees
  • Registration: $95.00
  • Course Fee: $5.00
  • Lock Fee (for 6th graders, new students & replacements): $12.50
  • Sport*: $30.00
  • Sports Pass (for HS home games)*: $35.00
  • Yearbook (through 1st Trimester)*: $38.00
  • Yearbook (after 1st Trimester)*: $40.00
High School Fees
  • Registration: $100.00
  • Calculator Rental*: $30.00
  • Course Fee: $10.00
  • Band and Choir Course Fee: $5.00
  • Freshman Dues: $10.00
  • Graduation Ceremony: $10.00
  • Junior Dues: $15.00
  • Lock Fee: $12.50
  • Senior Dues: $15.00
  • Sophomore Dues: $10.00
  • Sport*: $100.00
  • Sports Pass (included in sport)*: $35.00
  • Student Parking*: $50.00
  • Student Parking (2nd & 3rd Trimester)*: $33.50
  • Student Parking (3rd Trimester)*: $17.00
  • Yearbook*: $75.00
*Optional Fee
Note: Registration fees help cover consumable materials, technology costs, and other educational expenses district-wide. These fees apply regardless of whether students use district devices or bring their own.
 

School Supply Lists



High School: No specific list. Bring notebooks, pens/pencils, any personal organizational tools on the first day of school. Teachers will communicate additional needs during class.
 

Say Cheese! Picture Day BY APPOINTMENT

School Picture Day is coming up soon! Please see the details below to help you prepare:

Tuesday, September 1 from 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 2 from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: Your child's school

👉 Click below to schedule pictures now!

Pre-Order Information
  • Visit the School and Sport Pics website to pre-order your student’s pictures.
  • Pre-orders must be completed on or before Picture Day.
  • If you don’t have internet access, order envelopes are available in the school offices.
After Picture Day
  • Students who are photographed will receive a unique code to view and order pictures.
  • This code will be sent home and emailed once pictures are available online.
  • Pictures cannot be ordered online until you receive the code.
  • The same code is used for retakes.
  • Retake images will be available online about two weeks after retake day.
Need Help Ordering?
  • You can also order by phone with a credit card by calling (262) 780-2901.
Absentee/Retake Picture Day
  • Date: September 29, 2026
  • Students who miss the original Picture Day will have their photo taken on this date. Ordering information will be provided then.
  • For retakes, please notify your child’s teacher to send them for photos and return the original picture package to the photographer. New packages will only be ordered if the original is returned.
Questions or Concerns?
Please contact Customer Service by email or at (262) 780-2901.
Note: School offices cannot assist with pose, order, or payment questions.
 
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🛒 Shop, Support & Celebrate East Troy!

Did you know you can purchase East Troy Trojan apparel, Adult All-Sport Passes, musical and play tickets, school supply lists, and more — all online!
  • Purchase East Troy Trojan apparel
  • Buy Adult All-Sport Passes & tickets to musicals and plays
  • Sign up for school events with a fee
  • Make donations to support our schools
  • Get Fitness Center memberships
  • Pay for Community Fab Lab supplies
…and more — all conveniently through our East Troy Webstore!
👉 Check it out today: https://easttroy.revtrak.net/
 

Enrollment & Registration Contacts

District Registrar
Lisa Dragotta
262-642-6710 x1250

Little Prairie Primary School
Monica Henthorn
262-642-6730 x2221

Prairie View Elementary School
Sue Balcerowski
262-642-6720 x3221

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East Troy Middle School
Morgan Muszynski
262-642-6740 x4221

East Troy High School
Jessi Brummel
262-642-6760 x5224

East Troy High School Athletics
Mary Harding
262-642-6760 x5221
We look forward to starting a wonderful new school year together!