Just for Students... About Thoreau Elementary School

Why should adults get all the information?!
You're moving too and you are the one who will be in school all day.
So, just for you, here are some fun reasons why you will think our school is the greatest!

All School Spirit Assemblies

Join us to celebrate special events.

"Acts of Kindness"

Catch someone doing a good deed and write them up. Theme changes yearly.

After School Clubs

You can choose from a variety of topics from computers to weaving.

Book Fairs

We hold a Book Fair each fall. You and your family can purchase books for home.

PTO Picnics

School families and staff gather for picnics on the school grounds.

Musical Programs

Featuring our school strings and grade level singing concerts.

Learning Beyond the School Walls

Field trips, extended field studies, camping, guest speakers and community projects are also a part of our learning. Check out the Ho Chunk Family Tree Sculpture!

Fun Run

Students, staff and parents participate in a walk/run through the neighborhood with warm up exercises and refreshments.

Ready-Set-Go(al) Conference

Introduce your teacher to your family and be part of setting your learning goals for the school year.

Making New Friends

Our classrooms emphasize getting along and friendship skills. Meet our friendly students, teachers and principal.

Open House

Go on a tour of our building and see our great work.

Harry White Horse Project

Look for the Harry White Horse statue in the LMC that was created from a 143 year old oak tree that needed to be cut down on school grounds.

Junior Great Books

Sponsored by out PTO.

Library

We have a large library filled with all kinds of resources.

Student Council

Our Council has 18 students with three from each 4th and 5th grade classroom. Projects have included bake sales to raise money for the homeless, a food drive and a bear drive to obtain stuffed animals to give to children who have to ride in Madison ambulances. The Student Council proudly gives a gift to the school each year.

Career Day/Lunch Bunches

You'll have the opportunity to listen to a variety of adults share their careers and ideas with you during Career Day.

Cultural Arts Programs

Our PTO brings in a variety of programs such as the Opera for the Young or other cultural groups which feature traditional music, art and dances from a variety of cultures.

Remember, you're "At Home At Thoreau Elementary School!"

About Thoreau Elementary School