Every school district thinks their schools are great—at least they should. But what makes a school, and a school district, truly great?  

At the West Bend Joint School District #1, we believe it’s establishing within all families the knowledge that their child—throughout their 13 or 14 years within this school district—will experience a learning environment that supports the development of the whole child.
 

• We strive to meet the needs of our gifted learners, ensuring they will be challenged at an appropriate rate while experiencing a balanced approach to their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual well-being.

• We strive to provide services for our students with special needs, in a manner which allows them to attend their neighborhood school and receive research-based effective specialized services from the highly-trained staff that allows them to thrive.
   
• We strive to ensure that our typically developing students are not overlooked. Rather, they experience individualized learning from high-quality staff to reach their goals while thriving in every aspect of their life.
   
• We strive to provide opportunities for all students to explore their interests and talents through a wide variety of academic programs, visual and performing arts, athletics, and co-curricular clubs.

The West Bend School District believes that succeeding in school means being happy at school. We foster a sense of belonging, empowerment, and safety in our schools. Dedicated administrators, teachers, support staff, and volunteers are focused on creating a positive, happy place to learn.

For this district, making our schools great is more than a mission or a vision—rather, it is an ironclad commitment. Learn more: 

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The West Bend School District does not discriminate against pupils on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or handicap in its education programs or activities.

Federal law prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex or handicap. The West Bend School District will make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability and requests for accommodations should be directed to Emily Melstrand, Director of Student Services, 262-335-5409. Report any suspected violations to the building administrator per district Administrative Rule 411. If further action is necessary, please contact Emily Melstrand, Director of Student Services at 262-335-5409.