DPI and Public Service Commission Partner to

Help Improve High Speed Internet Connectivity

Technology is needed now more than ever in our schools and classrooms.  The recommendations in the Wisconsin Digital Learning Plan (https://sites.google.com/a/dpi.wi.gov/wi_digital_learning_plan) support changes in teaching and learning that recognize the need for learning to occur 24/7, allow students to pursue personal pathways to college and career, and  take advantage of efficiencies achieved through digital curriculum.  However, many schools are not able to take advantage of these opportunities affordably due to inadequate bandwidth.  Further, not all students have the same equitable opportunities for learning because they may lack access to the Internet at home.

To address these issues, schools districts in Wisconsin are participating in efforts to determine the current status of Internet broadband access and where improvements are needed.  The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC-W) are partnering to promote a residential and business broadband demand survey from April through May, 2013.   This is part of the larger LinkWisconsin project (http://www.link.wisconsin.gov).  By encouraging parents to complete this survey we hope that we can begin to address the digital divide many of our students throughout the state face and bring the broadband needed in our schools and classrooms.  

Results will be used in two ways:

1) locations will be mapped to show unmet needs or demand for high speed Internet; and

2) submissions will be used to communicate need to Internet providers.

Surveys for residential and businesses can be accessed at:

• Residential survey: http://wisconsindashboard.org/residence-survey
• Business survey:  http://wisconsindashboard.org/business-survey

Questions on the project or communications tools can be directed to Tithi Chattopadhyay, State Broadband Director, PSC-W by emailing PSCStateBroadbandOffice@wisconsin.gov

Thank you.

Laona School District

2012-13 School District

August 29 & 30                 Teacher In-service

September 3                       Labor Day

September 4                       1^st Day for Students

September 27                    Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

October 8                             Parent/Teacher Conf. (1-7 p.m.)

October 23                          Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

November 2                       End of 1^st Quarter

November 19-23             Thanksgiving Break

December 3                        Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

Dec. 24-Jan. 1                    Christmas & New Years Break

January 18                          End of 2^nd Quarter

January 24                          Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

February 15                       Teacher In-service

February 18                       President’s Day

February 25                       Parent/Teacher Conf. (3:30-7 p.m.)

February 26                       Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

March 22                             End of 3^rd Quarter

March 27                             Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

March 28-April 1             Spring/Easter Break

April 25                               Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

May 22                                 Rti Day-All students dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

May 27                                 Memorial Day

June 1                                   Graduation

June 6                                   Last Day for Students

June 7                                   Teacher In-Service

Laona School District invites you to join us!

Looking for something to do during the winter months?  We are offering two opportunities for community members to meet and share time together around common interests! 

Crafter Club

When: Monday nights beginning December 3rd, 5:30 pm -7:30 pm

Where:  Laona School District Library, enter Door D

What: Bring any crafty activity to complete as you share conversations with others who have the same interest.  Examples could be knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc.

Walking/Weight Lifting

When: Monday-Thursday mornings beginning December 3rd, 6:30 am -7:30 am

Where:  Laona School District Hallways and Weight room, enter door B

What:  Walk on your own or use weight room

All kids need a nutritious breakfast

for a good start to the day.  The Laona School District offers free breakfast to all students

from 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. every school day. 

Please encourage your child to participate!

The Laona School District is an equal opportunity provider.

“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC  20250-9410 or call toll free (800)632-9992 (Voice).  Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800)877-8339; or (800)845-6136 (Spanish).  USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”