Greendale Schools Recognizes Wisconsin School Board Appreciation Week

GREENDALE, WI -- Greendale Schools is joining all public school districts across the State of Wisconsin to honor its local board members for their commitment to Greendale and its children during Wisconsin School Board Appreciation Week, October 2 through 8.

The Wisconsin Association of School Boards has identified this observance as a time to build awareness and understanding of the vital function an elected board of education plays in our communities.

“Strong schools are necessary to maintain a strong community, and these citizens devote countless hours to making sure our schools are helping every child learn at a high level,” said Dr. Gary Kiltz, Superintendent of Greendale Schools. “They make the tough decisions every month and spend several hours studying education issues and regulations in order to provide the kind of accountability our citizens expect.”

Dr. Kiltz identified the key work of school boards is to raise student achievement by:

• Creating a vision for what the community wants the school district to be and for making student achievement the top priority;

• Establishing standards for what students will be expected to learn and be able to do;

• Ensuring progress is measured to be sure the district’s goals are achieved and students are learning at expected high levels;

• Being accountable for their decisions and actions by continually tracking and reporting results;

• Creating a safe, orderly climate where students can learn and teachers can teach;

• Forming partnerships with others in the community to solve common problems; and

• Focusing attention on the need for continuous improvement by questioning, refining and revising issues related to student achievement.

“School board members give Greendale citizens a voice in education decision making. Even though we make a special effort to show our appreciation in October, their contribution is a year-round commitment,” Kiltz added.

Greendale’s Board of Education includes Mr. John Comiskey, serving since 2015; Mr. Joe Crapitto, serving since 2009, Mrs. Melanie Kuzmanovic, serving since 2012; Mrs. Victoria McCormick, serving since 1998, and Dr. Thomas Slota, serving since 1987.

A photo of the Greendale Board of Education is attached. L-R, Joe Crapitto, Melanie Kuzmanovic, John Comiskey, Victoria McCormick, Thomas Slota. Credit: The Village of Greendale School District.

ABOUT GREENDALE SCHOOLS:

Established in 1938, Greendale Schools is home to more than 2,600 students. The District prides itself in providing an outstanding education for all students from Kindergarten through twelfth grade at Greendale High School, Greendale Middle School, and three elementary schools (Canterbury, College Park and Highland View). Greendale Schools, in partnership with students, families, and the community, is committed to developing leadership, creativity, and educational excellence. By creating multiple opportunities for learning, each student’s unique abilities are developed to achieve success and contribute positively to our global society.