Our first graders had an unforgettable adventure visiting the Faherty Recycling Center and Smith Park! Can you believe the entire group weighed over 6,000 pounds? At the recycling center, students watched a dump truck unload materials, saw cardboard being baled, and even witnessed a ball get popped! They learned about what can be recycled and were amazed to discover that recycled materials can become jeans, decking, carpet, and even countertops. After the tour, the fun continued with lots of playtime at Smith Park. What a fun day of learning and laughter! #fes #EaglesSoar For more pictures please visit https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-Elementary-School-2024-25/1st-Grade-2024-25/Field-Trip
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
students pose for a picture outside the recycling center in Platteville
all the people from first grade on the field trip get weighed at Faherty on the big scale
students watch a garbage trunk dump at the recycling center
students listen to how cardboard is baled
students listen to a worker talk about recycling at the Faherty recycling center
student play music on instruments at the play park in platteville
students play on equipment at the play park in Platteville
students peak through the window at a pretend farmers market at the playground in platteville
students pose for a picture with their classmates by metal flowers at the play park
students pose for a picture on a piece of play equipment at the park
The Fennimore Elementary staff have once again created a video goodbye to their students! We hope everyone has a safe and happy and LONG summer break! We look forward to seeing you in the fall! https://youtu.be/Ojm_Lmimqf8
4 months ago, Fennimore High School
have a great summer
The 2nd graders recently visited Eagle Cave, the largest Onyx Cave in Wisconsin. They were able to explore the different rooms in the cave and learn about the history of the cave. Students also went on a gold nugget hunt and took a wagon ride through the campground. It was a great day of learning and adventure! #fes #EaglesSoar For more pictures please visit https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-Elementary-School-2024-25/2nd-Grade-2024-25/Cave
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
a student explores a cave with a flashlight
students explore a cave with a flashlight and a guide
students explore a cave with a flashlight and a guide
a student explores a cave with a flashlight
a student explores a cave with a flashlight
students take a hike at the cave on a trail
students play on the playground at the park by the cave
students take a wagon ride at the cave
students take a wagon ride at the cave
students pose for a picture on top of a big rock
Last Friday’s assembly was filled with smiles and meaningful moments as students surprised Principal Burkum with a handmade book of notes, drawings, and messages to thank her and celebrate her retirement. Thank you for your dedication to Fennimore Schools. Wishing you all the best in this next chapter! #fes #EaglesSoar
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
congrats to MRs. Burkum on her retirement with a collage of 3 pictures of her with students.
Fennimore Community Schools Summer Information Office Hours: Elementary school office hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00 - 4:00 Middle/High school office hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00-4:00 and Friday 7:00-11:00 District Office hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00-4:00 and Friday 7:00-11:00 Construction Information: ** Please note that all buildings, playground, and sport fields will open at the end of August. The only access to the buildings will be to the offices. All other areas will be closed due to construction. The playground will be closed starting May 8th at 2:00 p.m. The football field, baseball field and track will be closed at the completion of track and baseball season.
4 months ago, Fennimore High School
yellow graphic with the same text as post
Don't forget that tomorrow, Thursday, May 8th, is our last day of the 24-25 school year and it is an early release day. Elementary School busses will depart @ 12:50 PM, and walkers will be released after that. The High School busses will depart @ 1:00 PM. School resumes on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025. Have a safe and enjoyable summer! #fes #EaglesSoar
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
Thursday, May 8 is an early release day, FES at 12:50 and MS/HS at 1:00
Today, we proudly celebrate National Interpreter Appreciation Day by giving a shout out to Mr. Varela. Mr. Varela goes above and beyond every single day to support our students, staff, and families with compassion and commitment. Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed — thank you for being such a vital part of our school community! #fes #EaglesSoar
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
National Interpreter Appreciation Day - May 7th 2025 with a picture of Mr. Varela and the Fennimore Logo
Students in Mrs. Langmeier's 5th grade class have been hard at work bringing history to life through the play, A Fair Day's Wages — a powerful story about immigration and the journey of families settling in New York City. These talented students shared their performance with various classrooms across FES and invited parents, grandparents, and special guests to celebrate their creativity, teamwork, and what they’ve learned. #fes #EaglesSoar
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
student perform a play in a classroom
student perform a play in a classroom
student perform a play in a classroom
student perform a play in a classroom with a scene with picket signs
student perform a play in a classroom
student perform a play in a classroom with 3 people sitting at a table and one standing
student perform a play in a classroom
student perform a play in a classroom
student perform a play in a classroom
student perform a play in a classroom
On a cold and rainy day at the end of April, the 3rd graders took a fun and exciting field trip to Cave of the Mounds. Even though the weather outside was wet and chilly, the students were amazed by the underground world inside the cave. They learned about how stalactites hang from the ceiling and stalagmites grow from the ground, forming over thousands of years from dripping water. The cool, dark cave was full of interesting shapes and colors, and everyone had a great time exploring and learning something new about nature and geology. #fes #EaglesSoar For more pictures visit https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-Elementary-School-2024-25/3rd-Grade-2024-25/Cave-of-the-Mounds
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
a class of students poses for a picture on steps outside cave of the mounds
students explore the inside of the cave of the mounds
students listen to the rules outside the cave of the mounds
students pose for a picture on the inside of the cave of the mounds
students explore the inside of the cave of the mounds
a class of students poses for a picture outside cave of the mounds
a class of students poses for a picture outside cave of the mounds
students take a picture behind a sign at the cave of the mounds
students pose for a picture on the inside of the cave of the mounds
students explore the inside of the cave of the mounds
Our 4K classes wrapped up an amazing year with some fun and celebration last week! The M/W classes enjoyed a sunny picnic in the park, while the T/R classes made the best of the rainy day with a cozy classroom picnic. Rain or shine, the joy and laughter were the same! #fes #EaglesSoar For more pictures visit https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-Elementary-School-2024-25/4K-2024-25/Park
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
students have fun playing at the park
students enjoy a picnic lunch in their classroom
students enjoy a picnic lunch in their classroom
students have fun playing at the park on the equipment
students have fun playing at the park on the swings
students enjoy a picnic lunch at the park
students enjoy a picnic lunch at the park
students enjoy a picnic lunch in their classroom
Shaving cream + messy hands + great memories = the perfect combo for our first graders' countdown to the last day of school! #fes #EaglesSoar
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
students have fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
students have fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
students have fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
a student has fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
students have fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
students have fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
students have fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
students have fun playing with shaving cream on their desks
With the school year winding down, our second graders had a blast on their adventure to the park! Fresh air, big smiles, and tons of memories made! #fes #EaglesSoar For more pictures visit https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-Elementary-School-2024-25/2nd-Grade-2024-25/Park
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
students are all smiles at the park as they sit on a butterfly bench
students climb a jungle gym at the park
students play ball at the park
students are all smiles at the park
students line up on the steps of the playground equipment for a picture
students climb on a structure at the park
students ride on the animal swings at the park
Hats off to our incredible School Lunch Heroes! With every tray they serve, they’re fueling minds and bodies, lifting spirits, and helping our kids shine all day long. #LunchHeroDay #fes #EaglesSoar
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
school lunch hero day - May 2- with a cartoon picture of a kitchen worker
Our second graders had an egg-stra special April! They spent the month learning all about life cycles while hatching baby chicks right in their classrooms. From warming the eggs in incubators to watching them crack open, it was a month full of excitement, learning, and fluffy cuteness! Great job 2nd graders! #EaglesSoar #FES For more pics visit https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-Elementary-School-2024-25/2nd-Grade-2024-25/Hatching-Chicks
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
a chicken egg is starting to crack open and we can see a dark chick inside
student look in at the chicks in their cage in their classroom
the chickens eat their food in their cage
students smile as they sit in front of chick cage
a student holds a baby chick
a student holds a baby chick
students sit in a circle and watch as the baby chicks waddle around in the middle
students sit in a circle and take turns holding the baby chicks
a student holds a baby chick
a student holds a baby chick
Our FES 5th graders had a fun and educational adventure earlier this week at the Rollo Jamison and Mining Museum in Platteville! From exploring fascinating historic artifacts to heading underground into a real lead mine, students experienced hands-on history like never before. After the tour, they enjoyed a picnic lunch and playtime at Platteville’s Inclusive Park, followed by a hike up the iconic “M”—a true Wisconsin tradition! Thanks to all the teachers, museum staff, parent chaperones, and bus drivers who made this day such a success! #EaglesSoar For more pictures please visit https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-Elementary-School-2024-25/5th-Grade-2024-25/Mining-Museum
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
students explore the mining museum in plattevillle
students explore the mine at the museum in platteville
a class of students pose for a picture with their hard hats on
a class of students pose for a picture outside the museum
students listen to a speaker at the mining museum in plattevillle
students explore the mining museum in plattevillle
students play on the playground in platteville
the entire fifth grade poses for a picture by the iconic M
students pose for a picture at top of the M
**NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL SATURDAY, MAY 3rd AT 8:00 AM!** Free Tables from Fennimore Community Schools What: Metal Shop Tables *Please note the tables are very heavy* Condition: "As Is." Availability: First-come, first-served. Start Date: Saturday, May 3rd, 8:00 a.m.
4 months ago, Fennimore High School
metal tables
metal tables
metal tables
🎉 State Forensics Results 2025 – What a Year! 🏆 We’re beyond proud to celebrate our students and coaches on a phenomenal showing at the State Forensics Meet on April 11 at UW-Madison! 🏅 16 GOLD, 8 Silver, and 3 Bronze medals 👏 Special shoutout to Alex Bausch for earning a 4-Year Gold Medallion, an elite honor that reflects excellence throughout their high school career. 💬 From emotional poetry and prose to compelling solo acts and riveting group performances, our students showcased their talent, passion, and hard work. AND—we’re thrilled to announce that our program has earned the Excellence in Speech Award for the 12th consecutive year! 🏅✨ Only 14 of 291 schools—just 5% statewide—receive this distinction annually. This is a testament to the dedication of our entire team. 💙 Huge congratulations to every competitor and our incredible coaching staff: Mrs. Lathrop, Mrs. Ihm, Mr. Kieler, and Mrs. Faulkner. We’re so proud of you! Photos from the Friday pep rally as well as from a few elementary practice performances can be found here : https://fcs.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/Fennimore-High-School-2024-25/Co-curricular-High-School-2024-25/Forensics-2025/Forensics-at-Pep-Rally-before-State-4-11-25
4 months ago, Fennimore High School
state forensics and their coaches

🎉 Happy Principal’s Day! 🎉

Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to Boone Tollefson and Carmen Burkum for their outstanding leadership and dedication to the students, staff, and families of the Fennimore School District. Your commitment to education and our community makes a lasting impact every day.

A special thank you to Mrs. Burkum, who is retiring this year. Your years of service, compassion, and unwavering support have left a legacy that will be remembered for years to come. We wish you all the best in your well-deserved retirement!

Thank you, Mr. Tollefson and Mrs. Burkum, for everything you do!

#PrincipalsDay #ThankYou

4 months ago, Fennimore High School
principal's day with school photos of Boone and Carmen
🎶 Exemplary Performance Nominations Announcement 🎶 We’re proud to share that three of our outstanding performers were nominated for WSMA Exemplary Performance Awards this past Saturday! While we didn’t take home an award this year, being nominated is a prestigious honor, recognizing the top performances from the entire event. Please join us in congratulating: Ella George – Musical Theater Solo Josiah King – Musical Theater Solo Jon King – Baritone Solo Your talent, preparation, and passion truly stood out, and we are so proud of each of you!
4 months ago, Fennimore High School
photos of the nominated students
Today was all about teamwork, laughter, and movement as our elementary students enjoyed a fantastic Field Day! Grouped together across grades, the kids played active games, cheered each other on, and enjoyed the fresh air. A big thanks to all the staff and high school student volunteers for making it a day to remember! #fes #EaglesSoar
4 months ago, Fennimore Elementary School
students do tug of war on field day at the elementary school
students compete in a race with a spoon and ball on field day at the elementary school
students play gaga ball on field day at the elementary school
students compete in a race with a spoon and ball on field day at the elementary school
students compete in a bean bag toss game on field day at the elementary school
students play a rock paper scissors trail game on field day at the elementary school
students play a game at field day at the elementary school
students compete in a race with hooking floaties on field day at the elementary school
students compete in lightning on field day at the elementary school
students do a bat spin race on field day at the elementary school