SDMA Updates: Q1 Highlights, Veterans Day Ceremonies, & Thanksgiving Break
Posted Date: 11/10/26 (03:02 PM)
Dear SDMA Families and Staff,
The first quarter of the 2026-27 school year is officially complete! We have so many wonderful accomplishments by our SDMA students and staff to celebrate. Thank you to our families, staff, and community members for working together to support our children. Here is a quick look at upcoming district events and important updates:
Each month, the school board receives a Highlight on Youth Report recognizing achievements across our schools:
In addition to classroom activities throughout the district, we invite our community and veterans to attend one of tomorrow’s public ceremonies:
As we wrap up our fall activities, winter sports seasons—including basketball, hockey, gymnastics, wrestling, and boys swim & dive—are officially getting under way!
The SDMA Board of Education continues its work governing the district and seeking community input. Read the latest School Crossings column for details, and consider joining Board members for an open community listening session:
Warmly,
Joe Zydowsky
The first quarter of the 2026-27 school year is officially complete! We have so many wonderful accomplishments by our SDMA students and staff to celebrate. Thank you to our families, staff, and community members for working together to support our children. Here is a quick look at upcoming district events and important updates:
Q1 Achievements & Board Reports
Each month, the school board receives a Highlight on Youth Report recognizing achievements across our schools:- View the November Board Report (shared during Monday’s school board meeting)
Veterans Day Ceremonies – Tomorrow (Nov. 11)
In addition to classroom activities throughout the district, we invite our community and veterans to attend one of tomorrow’s public ceremonies:- Wakanda Elementary School: 9:30 a.m.
- Menomonie Middle School Gymnasium: 10:00 a.m.
Winter Sports Seasons & Schedules
As we wrap up our fall activities, winter sports seasons—including basketball, hockey, gymnastics, wrestling, and boys swim & dive—are officially getting under way!- Game Schedules & Event Details: Full game schedules, locations, and tip-off/start times are posted on the district website.
Thanksgiving Break & Administrative Hours
- No School: Week of Thanksgiving (Monday, Nov. 23 – Friday, Nov. 27).
- Administrative Service Center Hours: Open Monday, Nov. 23, and Tuesday, Nov. 24 (7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.).
- District Calendar: Reference the 2026–27 District Calendar for future dates.
Board Listening Session
The SDMA Board of Education continues its work governing the district and seeking community input. Read the latest School Crossings column for details, and consider joining Board members for an open community listening session:- When: Thursday, November 19 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Where: Menomonie High School Commons
Warmly,
Joe Zydowsky
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Joseph E. Zydowsky, PhD
District Administrator
School District of the Menomonie Area
215 Pine Avenue NEMenomonie, WI 54751
joe_zydowsky@msd.k12.wi.us
Phone: (715) 232-1642
"The School District of the Menomonie Area, by embracing the unique needs and using the strengths of our diverse community, is dedicated to preparing ALL students to become lifelong learners, caring individuals, and responsible citizens."
Joseph E. Zydowsky, PhD
District Administrator
School District of the Menomonie Area
215 Pine Avenue NEMenomonie, WI 54751
joe_zydowsky@msd.k12.wi.us
Phone: (715) 232-1642
"The School District of the Menomonie Area, by embracing the unique needs and using the strengths of our diverse community, is dedicated to preparing ALL students to become lifelong learners, caring individuals, and responsible citizens."