Options Virtual Charter School

10/13/2026

The 8th-grade Elkhorn girls took 1st place at their cross-country conference meet last night. Additionally, Rya took 1st place overall for the 8th grade.

10/12/2026

Our 1st–5th grade students had the incredible honor of writing letters for Rich Chapman’s Honor Flight.

Thank you, Rich, for your service and for letting our students be part of such a special, meaningful day. We are so grateful for your service and sacrifice!

10/09/2026

Our third- and fourth-graders started their amazing postcard project, where they are collecting postcards from our 50 states and all around the world. Yesterday, students received their first postcard from Capri, Italy!!

10/08/2026

Our 3rd,4th, and 5th Blended students learned about printmaking to create these bright, happy sunflowers. Checked back for the finished project.

10/07/2026

☀️🌴 Exciting Student Travel Opportunity!!! 🌴☀️

EASD is partnering with EF Tours for an unforgettable 9-day tour of Costa Rica! Students in the Classes of 2027–2031 are invited to join us—and your folks can come too! ✈️🌎

📋 ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
🌋 Travel to the Arenal region
☕ Take a tour of a coffee farm
🥾 Hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
🛶 Kayak on Lake Arenal
💦 Visit La Fortuna Waterfall
🌴 AND MORE!!!!

Want to learn more? Join us for an Informational Meeting next week!

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 13
⏰ 6 p.m.
📍 Options Virtual Charter School
534 Sunset Drive, Elkhorn

✅ RSVP to the info session: https://rsvp.eftours.com/t8a4js7

❓ Can't make it to the info session but have questions? Contact Mrs. Salamone at 📧 [email protected] or 📞 262-741-9156.

10/06/2026

Some students find their passion early. Others fight for it.

Meet one of our Options Virtual Charter School students — a dedicated boxer with his eyes set on becoming a world champion. His journey from basketball courts to boxing gyms is a story of grit, discipline, and finding the school that finally made it all possible.

At a traditional school, he would have had to choose between his sport and his education. At Options, he never had to make that choice.

💪 Train in the morning. Do homework when it fits. Work. Travel. Compete. Graduate.

When a competition took him all the way to Las Vegas, his schoolwork came with him — because as long as there's Wi-Fi, Options comes too.

"Options is opening all the doors that I need to be great."

This is what personalized education looks like. This is what Options Virtual Charter School makes possible — every single day, for students just like him.

🥊 Dream big. Train hard. Graduate debt free.

👉 Could Options be the right fit for your student? Find out:
https://options.elkhornschools.org/
📞 Call us: 262-723-1696

https://youtu.be/lIgYVKPuawM?si=k7oZYQMsFJXXrUPo

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09/28/2026

❄️SAVE THE DATES! ❄️
On Saturday, October 10, and November 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Jackson Elementary, the Rotary Club of Elkhorn will be providing free coats, hats, and mittens to school-aged children (PK-12th grade).

Be sure to bring your student with you to collect their free winter gear.

DETAILS
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 10 & Nov. 14
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Jackson Elementary, 13 N. Jackson Street
Cost: FREE
*Child must be present

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El sábado, 10 de octubre y 14 de noviembre, entre las 11:00 a.m. y 1 p.m., en la escuela primaria de Jackson, el Rotary Club de Elkhorn regalará abrigos, gorros de invierno y mitones a niños en edad escolar (desde preescolar hasta el 12.º grado).

Asegúrese de llevar a su estudiante consigo para recoger sus prendas de invierno gratuitas.

DETALLES
Fecha: sábado, 10 de octubre y 14 de noviembre
Hora: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lugar: Jackson Elementary, 13 N. Jackson Street
Costo: GRATIS
*Niño debería estar presente

09/27/2026

🧠💜 We’re Hiring: School Psychologist!

The Elkhorn Area School District is looking for a full-time School Psychologist to join our Pupil Services Team at Elkhorn Area Middle School!

We’re seeking a collaborative, student-centered professional who is passionate about supporting students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success.

In this role, you’ll:
✨ Conduct psychological assessments and support data-based decision-making
✨ Lead special education evaluations and participate in IEP meetings
✨ Collaborate with students, families, staff, and community partners
✨ Help develop programs and supports that help every student succeed

🎓 Master’s degree and School Psychologist license required
📅 Start Date: As soon as possible
📍 Elkhorn Area Middle School
⏰ Applications accepted until the position is filled

Ready to make a difference and join the Herd? Apply today!

🔗 https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/273567

09/21/2026

🚗 We’re Hiring: Special Education Student Driver!

The Elkhorn Area School District is looking for a reliable and caring individual to transport a special education student to and from a school outside the District using a district-provided vehicle.

📅 Monday–Friday during the school year
⏰ Approximately 3 hours per day
💲 $18.60–$22.70/hour, depending on experience
📍 Start as soon as possible

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record and should be dependable, flexible, and comfortable working with students with diverse needs.

Join the Herd and help make a difference for an EASD student each day!

👉 Apply today! https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/274042

09/15/2026

🚨 Be Prepared. Build Resilience. Connect with Your Community!

Join us for the FREE Preparedness & Resiliency Expo this Saturday at Elkhorn Area High School! Families and community members are invited to explore resources, learn practical skills, and connect with local organizations dedicated to helping our community prepare for emergencies and build resiliency.

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Elkhorn Area High School | 482 E. Geneva St.

Expo highlights include:
• Emergency preparedness & mental health resources
• Hands-Only CPR
• Pickleball
• Giveaways & prizes
• 9:00 a.m. – Pet First Aid with Gateway Technical College
• 10:30 a.m. – QPR Su***de Prevention Training with Walworth County Health & Human Services
• Local organizations and community resources—and more!

🎁 BONUS: The first 75 attendees will receive a FREE solar power bank!

Bring the family, meet local experts, and pick up useful tools and information to help you feel more prepared when an emergency happens. We hope to see you there!