Pec alumni are proud of where they came from, and current students are carrying on the tradition: academic excellence and participating and thriving in activities with support from teachers and staff who come to work to make a difference every day.
Open enrollment is taking place now! Learn more: https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/open-enrollment
For all the Pec Measures That Matter, check out this resource: https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/measures-that-matter
Open enrollment is taking place now! Learn more: https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/open-enrollment
For all the Pec Measures That Matter, check out this resource: https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/measures-that-matter
💚💛 Conference Champs! 💚💛
Congratulations to our Pec-Argyle Middle School Wrestlers on capturing the conference title! 🤼♂️🏆
Your hard work, grit, and dedication on the mat paid off in a big way. We are so proud of the way you represented your schools and communities all season long.
The future of Pec-Argyle wrestling is looking bright! 🌟
Congratulations to our Pec-Argyle Middle School Wrestlers on capturing the conference title! 🤼♂️🏆
Your hard work, grit, and dedication on the mat paid off in a big way. We are so proud of the way you represented your schools and communities all season long.
The future of Pec-Argyle wrestling is looking bright! 🌟
The next meeting of the Anti-Bullying Ad Hoc Committee will take place on Monday, February 23rd at 6:00 PM in the Elementary Library.
We welcome families, staff, and community members to attend as we continue our work to support a safe and respectful school environment for all students.
All are welcome. 💚
We welcome families, staff, and community members to attend as we continue our work to support a safe and respectful school environment for all students.
All are welcome. 💚
Sophie Howard, Scarlett Jacoby, Luke Leonard, Calla Stateler and Mazie Theorin, members of our High School Band, were selected to be a part of UW-Platteville's Tri-State Honors Band this past Friday and Saturday. The annual University of Wisconsin-Platteville Tri-State Honors Band Festival provides rewarding music experiences for high school band students and directors. The two-day event includes clinics, master classes, rehearsals, and concerts led by a guest conductor/clinician and UW-Platteville music faculty.
Students got to work with guest clinician Travis Cross.Travis J. Cross serves as professor of music and director of bands at UCLA, where he conducts the Wind Ensemble and leads the graduate wind conducting program. Cross has conducted the UCLA Wind Ensemble at the California All-State Music Education Conference and College Band Directors National Association Western/Northwestern Division conference and prepared the band for centenary performances of Leonard Bernstein’s Mass with Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Students also got to attend a recital put on by Seraph Brass Band. The ensemble tours nationally and globally, and the 2024-2025 season highlights include performances in Peru, Mexico, South Korea, and across the US, as well as residencies at universities such as Yale University School of Music and The Frost School of Music in Miami. Winners of the American Prize in Chamber Music, the group has been praised for its “beautiful sounds" (American Record Guide), "fine playing” (Gramophone), and “staggeringly high caliber of performance” (Textura).
Students got to work with guest clinician Travis Cross.Travis J. Cross serves as professor of music and director of bands at UCLA, where he conducts the Wind Ensemble and leads the graduate wind conducting program. Cross has conducted the UCLA Wind Ensemble at the California All-State Music Education Conference and College Band Directors National Association Western/Northwestern Division conference and prepared the band for centenary performances of Leonard Bernstein’s Mass with Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Students also got to attend a recital put on by Seraph Brass Band. The ensemble tours nationally and globally, and the 2024-2025 season highlights include performances in Peru, Mexico, South Korea, and across the US, as well as residencies at universities such as Yale University School of Music and The Frost School of Music in Miami. Winners of the American Prize in Chamber Music, the group has been praised for its “beautiful sounds" (American Record Guide), "fine playing” (Gramophone), and “staggeringly high caliber of performance” (Textura).
What a HUGE weekend for our Pec-Argyle Wrestlers! 💚🧡
Maddie Meddaugh kicked things off in style, earning a 2nd place finish and punching her ticket to Sectionals! She’ll be back in action next Friday in Mineral Point. Let’s go, Maddie!
Three of our Pec-Argyle wrestlers are STATE BOUND after placing in the top two at Individual Sectionals:
🥈 Layton Gruenenfelder – 113 lbs
🥈 Charlie Krebs – 120 lbs
🥇 Lukas Orloff – 132 lbs
They will compete at the legendary Kohl Center February 26 through 28.
As a team, Pec-Argyle placed 3rd overall and advanced to Team Sectionals, which will take place next Saturday in Mineral Point.
Viking Nation is proud! Keep working, keep believing, and keep representing our communities with grit and heart.💚🧡
Maddie Meddaugh kicked things off in style, earning a 2nd place finish and punching her ticket to Sectionals! She’ll be back in action next Friday in Mineral Point. Let’s go, Maddie!
Three of our Pec-Argyle wrestlers are STATE BOUND after placing in the top two at Individual Sectionals:
🥈 Layton Gruenenfelder – 113 lbs
🥈 Charlie Krebs – 120 lbs
🥇 Lukas Orloff – 132 lbs
They will compete at the legendary Kohl Center February 26 through 28.
As a team, Pec-Argyle placed 3rd overall and advanced to Team Sectionals, which will take place next Saturday in Mineral Point.
Viking Nation is proud! Keep working, keep believing, and keep representing our communities with grit and heart.💚🧡
Viking Nation is a great place to be! Pecatonica has students who excel, teachers, staff, and administrators who go the extra mile, and communities that care for and support the district in countless ways. Do you or a family you know want your kids to attend a district where they can truly thrive?
Learn more about open enrollment today! https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/open-enrollment
Learn more about open enrollment today! https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/open-enrollment
The Pecatonica Baseball Online Apparel Store is now open! Here is the link to place your orders: https://pecatonicahsbs26.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Store closes February 25th and orders will be delivered March 11th!
Store closes February 25th and orders will be delivered March 11th!
Another busy week across Viking Nation.
Looking for a school district that truly puts students first?
At Pecatonica, we’re proud to offer:
• Small class sizes that allow for individualized attention
• Strong academic achievement
• Innovative, hands-on learning with cutting-edge technology
Our average elementary class size is under 15 students, we are a top-achieving district in the Six Rivers Conference for English Language Arts, and our students learn using state-of-the-art AR/VR technology.
Open enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open.
Learn more and see if Pecatonica is the right fit for your family:
https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/open-enrollment
#PecatonicaProud #ForgeYourFuture #OpenEnrollment
At Pecatonica, we’re proud to offer:
• Small class sizes that allow for individualized attention
• Strong academic achievement
• Innovative, hands-on learning with cutting-edge technology
Our average elementary class size is under 15 students, we are a top-achieving district in the Six Rivers Conference for English Language Arts, and our students learn using state-of-the-art AR/VR technology.
Open enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open.
Learn more and see if Pecatonica is the right fit for your family:
https://www.pecatonica.k12.wi.us/page/open-enrollment
#PecatonicaProud #ForgeYourFuture #OpenEnrollment
Pec Elementary students gathered together for the monthly PBIS assembly on Tuesday, February 3rd 🎉. The monthly character trait winners, green ticket winners, and hard earned school-wide reward were celebrated with SO much excitement and cheer. On Friday, we will appreciate and acknowledge all of the students hard work with pajama day and an afternoon filled with movies, popcorn, and recess 🎬🍿🛝!
Pictured below are the January character trait winners for the word respect. Congratulations Bryson Burkeland, Cal Gruenenfelder, Josie Syse, Braxson Nutter, Lincoln Bukowski, Harper Norden, and Boone Lyne! This month, our word is cooperation. #pecatonicaproud
Pictured below are the January character trait winners for the word respect. Congratulations Bryson Burkeland, Cal Gruenenfelder, Josie Syse, Braxson Nutter, Lincoln Bukowski, Harper Norden, and Boone Lyne! This month, our word is cooperation. #pecatonicaproud
Here’s the next installment of our Counseling Corner Newsletter. 💙
Each edition is designed to support students and families with helpful resources and timely information. We are grateful for the important work our counseling team does to support the whole child.
Each edition is designed to support students and families with helpful resources and timely information. We are grateful for the important work our counseling team does to support the whole child.
Career and Technical Education plays a powerful role in helping students connect learning to real life. Through hands on experiences, mentorship, and authentic workplace exposure, CTE helps students explore career paths, build employability skills, and gain confidence in their future beyond high school.
We are incredibly grateful to our local business partners who open their doors to our students through Youth Apprenticeship opportunities. These partnerships allow students to learn directly from professionals, apply classroom knowledge in meaningful ways, and begin building a pathway toward a career while still in school. Our community support makes this work possible, and it truly changes lives.
This month, we are excited to highlight several of our Youth Apprentices and the outstanding partners who support them. First up is Rachel Underly, who is completing a Pharmacy Technician Youth Apprenticeship through Upland Hills Health. Rachel is gaining valuable experience in the healthcare field while developing skills that will serve her well far into the future.
We are proud of Rachel and thankful for Upland Hills Health and all of our local partners who invest in our students and help them forge their futures.
We are incredibly grateful to our local business partners who open their doors to our students through Youth Apprenticeship opportunities. These partnerships allow students to learn directly from professionals, apply classroom knowledge in meaningful ways, and begin building a pathway toward a career while still in school. Our community support makes this work possible, and it truly changes lives.
This month, we are excited to highlight several of our Youth Apprentices and the outstanding partners who support them. First up is Rachel Underly, who is completing a Pharmacy Technician Youth Apprenticeship through Upland Hills Health. Rachel is gaining valuable experience in the healthcare field while developing skills that will serve her well far into the future.
We are proud of Rachel and thankful for Upland Hills Health and all of our local partners who invest in our students and help them forge their futures.
📣 Now Hiring: Director of Special Education & Pupil Services 📣
The Pecatonica Area School District is seeking a positive, collaborative, and student-centered leader to serve as our Director of Special Education & Pupil Services, beginning August 2026.
This district-level leadership role provides oversight and coordination of pupil services, including special education, counseling, school psychology, nursing, Gifted and Talented, and English Learner services. The Director works closely with administrators, staff, families, and community partners to ensure every student is supported academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally.
Pecatonica is a close-knit district of approximately 400 students where relationships matter, collaboration is valued, and decisions are grounded in what is best for kids. This is a unique opportunity to lead meaningful work, make a direct impact, and join a supportive learning community committed to student and staff continuous improvement.
💼 Start Date: August 2026
💰 Salary: Negotiable, based on experience
👉 View the full job posting and application details here: https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/253188
If you know a passionate leader who would be a great fit for Pecatonica, please help us spread the word!
The Pecatonica Area School District is seeking a positive, collaborative, and student-centered leader to serve as our Director of Special Education & Pupil Services, beginning August 2026.
This district-level leadership role provides oversight and coordination of pupil services, including special education, counseling, school psychology, nursing, Gifted and Talented, and English Learner services. The Director works closely with administrators, staff, families, and community partners to ensure every student is supported academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally.
Pecatonica is a close-knit district of approximately 400 students where relationships matter, collaboration is valued, and decisions are grounded in what is best for kids. This is a unique opportunity to lead meaningful work, make a direct impact, and join a supportive learning community committed to student and staff continuous improvement.
💼 Start Date: August 2026
💰 Salary: Negotiable, based on experience
👉 View the full job posting and application details here: https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/253188
If you know a passionate leader who would be a great fit for Pecatonica, please help us spread the word!
💚💛 National School Counselor Appreciation Week 💚💛
This week we are proud to celebrate and thank our two incredible school counselors who support our students every single day.
From helping students navigate academics and friendships to providing a steady, caring presence during challenging moments, our counselors are truly the heart of our school community. They listen, advocate, encourage, and help students build skills that last far beyond the classroom.
We are so grateful for the compassion, dedication, and expertise they bring to Pecatonica each day. Our students are better, stronger, and more confident because of you.
Please join us in showing appreciation for our school counselors this week and every week. 💚💛
#PecatonicaProud #SchoolCounselorAppreciationWeek
This week we are proud to celebrate and thank our two incredible school counselors who support our students every single day.
From helping students navigate academics and friendships to providing a steady, caring presence during challenging moments, our counselors are truly the heart of our school community. They listen, advocate, encourage, and help students build skills that last far beyond the classroom.
We are so grateful for the compassion, dedication, and expertise they bring to Pecatonica each day. Our students are better, stronger, and more confident because of you.
Please join us in showing appreciation for our school counselors this week and every week. 💚💛
#PecatonicaProud #SchoolCounselorAppreciationWeek
Please note the Pecatonica District Office will be closed on February 3rd so that staff can attend training.
Here's what's on tap this week around Viking Nation.
It’s that time of year again 💕
ArtBiz is baking their famous Valentine cookies!
🍪 Cookies are $4 each. Please indicate whether you would like your cookies frosted or unfrosted when ordering.
If you would like to place an order, please reach out to Nancy Huffman at nhuffman@pecatonica.k12.wi.us
🗓 Orders must be placed by February 5th
📍 Cookies can be picked up at the MS/HS on February 13th
A sweet way to support our students and share some Valentine cheer 💖
ArtBiz is baking their famous Valentine cookies!
🍪 Cookies are $4 each. Please indicate whether you would like your cookies frosted or unfrosted when ordering.
If you would like to place an order, please reach out to Nancy Huffman at nhuffman@pecatonica.k12.wi.us
🗓 Orders must be placed by February 5th
📍 Cookies can be picked up at the MS/HS on February 13th
A sweet way to support our students and share some Valentine cheer 💖
REMINDER:
Parents and families of Pecatonica students and community members, you're invited!
We're hosting a focus group so you can provide input and feedback about school district communication needs and goals.
The session is Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Blanchard Hall in Blanchardville. It will gather feedback on current communications efforts of the Pecatonica School District and brainstorm ideas and strategies for increased engagement.
This is designed specifically for parents and community members. Several additional focus groups will be held in January and February to capture the feedback of students, teachers and staff, administration and the school board.
We look forward to a great discussion - see you there!
Special thank you to the Saether Family for donating the usage of Blanchard Hall.
Parents and families of Pecatonica students and community members, you're invited!
We're hosting a focus group so you can provide input and feedback about school district communication needs and goals.
The session is Wednesday, Jan. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at Blanchard Hall in Blanchardville. It will gather feedback on current communications efforts of the Pecatonica School District and brainstorm ideas and strategies for increased engagement.
This is designed specifically for parents and community members. Several additional focus groups will be held in January and February to capture the feedback of students, teachers and staff, administration and the school board.
We look forward to a great discussion - see you there!
Special thank you to the Saether Family for donating the usage of Blanchard Hall.
Here's a look at what's happening this week across Viking Nation.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Due to projected wind chills of -25 and below, Pecatonica Schools will have a 2 hour delay on Monday, January 26th.
There will be no Early Childhood session.
Due to projected wind chills of -25 and below, Pecatonica Schools will have a 2 hour delay on Monday, January 26th.
There will be no Early Childhood session.
