PTO 50/50 Raffle Tickets
The PTO Raffle is coming up on Friday, March 6! 50/50 raffle tickets are being sent home with your student this week. We hope you will show your support by helping us sell the 50/50 raffle tickets. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. Last year the winner won over $1,400! Each family received 24 tickets in your packet, but you can always request more from the office. For more information, please refer to the letter that is enclosed with the tickets. The money raised will help benefit our school and our students. Any unsold tickets should be returned to the office.
Thank you for your support!
Persistence Pays Off!
Congratulations to our latest award winners for demonstrating incredible perseverance. Whether it was tackling a tricky math problem or mastering a new skill, these students proved that hard work and steady effort lead to great things. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEB. 12! Get in on 2026 Black History Month Essay & Art Contest
To recognize Black History Month, Greendale students are invited to explore the profound impact of Black scientists, researchers, and inventors who have shaped American history through their brilliance and perseverance. This year’s contest highlights the contributions of "Black thinkers" whose innovations—from the stars above to the toys in our backyards—have solved global problems and inspired generations. Students are asked to respond to the prompts shared on this document and create an original essay or artwork reflecting on what the words of these individuals mean to them personally or how they are inspired by this individual’s work or words. Submissions are now due on February 12, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. to the school office. Awards will be presented at the Black History Month Community Connections celebration on Thursday, February 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Highland View.
College Park Blood Drive to Help Our Community
Did you know that only about 3% of age-eligible people donate blood yearly? College Park is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive to help bridge the gap in our local blood supply. We are looking for 40 donors to help us reach our school goal!
All students that recruit a blood donor will receive a medium size blood drop plush pillow or a pair of table-top bags/cornhole game. Also this year, the classroom that gets the most donors will receive a Pizza Party with Mr. Brock!
When: Friday, February 27 , 2:00-6:00 p.m.
Goal: 40 Pints
CLICK HERE to schedule an appointment.
Show your support for patients in need this winter. You’ll get a $20 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice from the Red Cross when you come to give blood January 26-February 28.
We Need Your Help!
We are also looking for some volunteers to help man the Blood Drive check-in tables. If you have a 3rd, 4th or 5th grade student, they are also welcome to join you and help. Please click here to sign up!
Greendale Schools and Brush Box present Crafts & Conversations Night -- An event for Elementary School Families
Join us for a fun, FREE night for Elementary Students and their adults cultivating conversations and creating a craft on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Greendale High School Cafeteria (MPR). This activity night is for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade at Canterbury, College Park, Highland View, St. Al's and their caring adults. One adult per family must attend. Registration needed, a limited number of reservations available. Supplies are ready for the first 100 registrants. A waiting list will be created for registrations after the first 100. You will be contacted if your family is on the waiting list. Contact Contact Middle School Counselor Erin Koplitz at erin.koplitz@greendaleschools.org or (414) 423-2800 ext. 3102 with questions. If you are registered and can no longer attend, please contact Erin.
Order NOW - Greendale St. Patrick's Day Apparel
The Greendale School Store will be offering one final chance to place your pre-order for Greendale x St. Patricks Day Apparel! The online store will close THIS Sunday at midnight. If you'd like to support the Greendale DECA Program and show your School Spirit, feel free to place your order today! https://bsg.chipply.com/greendalestpattys/
GHS Educators Rising is collecting Personal Hygiene and Toiletry items for people in need in our community ,now through February 9, 2026. Donations will be delivered to local community organizations, including Greendale's own Caring Closet to help families in need. Full- and travel-side items are needed, including: Soap & Body Wash, Deodorant, Feminine Hygiene products, Lip Balm, Lotion, Shampoo, Toothbrushes and Toothpaste.
Bring your items to any Greendale school office or donate funds to the drive through Classmunity. All funds will be used to purchase hygiene items for those in need.
Author Visit on February 2 - Grades K5-3rd
Author and illustrator Alex Willan will be visiting Canterbury, College Park, and Highland View K5-3rd graders at the GHS Auditorium on Monday, February 2! He will be talking about his new book Valentines are the Worst! and showing students how he illustrates his characters. Boswell Books is making Alex's books available for preorder through the event. Students who purchase a book will have it personalized and signed by the author! The order form is available here and must be returned with payment to the librarian, Ms. Jordan, by Monday, January 26. Please email Ms. Jordan if you have any questions at tara.jordan@greendaleschools.org.
2026 Black History Month Essay & Art Contest
To recognize Black History Month, Greendale students are invited to explore the profound impact of Black scientists, researchers, and inventors who have shaped American history through their brilliance and perseverance. This year’s contest highlights the contributions of "Black thinkers" whose innovations—from the stars above to the toys in our backyards—have solved global problems and inspired generations. Students are asked to respond to the prompts shared on this document and create an original essay or artwork reflecting on what the words of these individuals mean to them personally or how they are inspired by this individual’s work or words. Submissions are due on February 6, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. to the school office. Awards will be presented at the Black History Month Community Connections celebration on Thursday, February 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Highland View.
Please be safe with the upcoming cold weather! ~Mr. Brock
Dear College Park Families,
Our Spring Raffle is coming up on Friday March 6th from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM, and we’d love your help! Families who donate a raffle basket valued at $30 or more will receive 5 FREE raffle tickets as a thank-you for your support.
To participate, simply fill out this donation form, drop off your completed basket at the College Park front office, and your free tickets will be ready for you to pick up at the door on event night.
Your generosity helps make this event a success and supports programs that benefit all of our students. Thank you for helping make College Park a great place to learn and grow!
Warmly,
College Park PTO
CPPTO@greendaleschools.org
Students worked together to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by sharing their own ideas on how to make the world a better place. #MLKDay #CultivatingExcellence
A big thanks to Mrs. Trettin who came in and shared all her photographs of her trip to the South. She taught our first graders many new facts we didn’t know about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
It was an amazing presentation!
It was an amazing presentation!
Dine Out for College Park - Monday, January 26
Take the night off from cooking and help us raise money for our students! Join us for Dine Out at College Park at Billy Sims BBQ. Whether you’re craving their legendary brisket, pulled pork, or those famous buttery rolls, every bite supports our school.
When: Monday, January 26
Time: 11:00am to 8:00pm
Where: Billy Sims BBQ - 7358 W. Rawson Ave., Franklin, WI 53132
How it works: Simply mention College Park when you order (dine-in or carry-out), and a percentage of your meal’s price will be donated directly to College Park's PTO.
Let’s pack the house, enjoy some world-class barbecue and support our school. See you there!
Good Morning CP Families,
Please be advised that the Culver's Dine Out Night scheduled for this Thursday, January 15 has been canceled.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause your dinner plans!
Thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of our school.
Best Regards,
College Park's PTO
Please be advised that the Culver's Dine Out Night scheduled for this Thursday, January 15 has been canceled.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause your dinner plans!
Thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of our school.
Best Regards,
College Park's PTO
We are so proud to announce December's Empathy Award recipients! These students were chosen for their remarkable ability to look out for others, offer a helping hand, and ensure everyone in our school feels seen and valued. Empathy is the heartbeat of our community, and seeing our students practice it so naturally is truly inspiring. Congratulations to our winners for making College Park a kinder place for everyone! For the month of January students will practice showing Perseverance by following expectations in the hallways throughout College Park. We are working on earning a Karaoke Party!
College Park's Choir & Orchestra Concert is this Wednesday, January 14, at Greendale High School's auditorium at 6:00 p.m. This concert will consist of Choir and Orchestra performances from our 3rd through 5th grade students. Please come and join us for a evening of music from our talented College Park students!
Students who are in choir only should meet Ms. Wrobel in the GHS choir room at 5:45pm. If your student is also in orchestra, they will be meeting in the GHS band room (this is change from the orchestra room previously indicated).
Author Visit on February 2, 2026 - Grades K5-3rd
Author and illustrator Alex Willan will be visiting Canterbury, College Park, and Highland View K5-3rd graders on Monday, February 2nd! He will be talking about his new book Valentines are the Worst! and showing students how he illustrates his characters. Boswell Books is making Alex's books available for preorder through the event. Students who purchase a book will have it personalized and signed by the author! The order form is available here and must be returned with payment to the librarian, Ms. Jordan, by January 23rd. Please email Ms. Jordan if you have any questions at tara.jordan@greendaleschools.org.
Huge congratulations to our Junior Panthers Cheerleading teams for an incredible performance at the East Troy Holiday Invite! All teams brought the energy, the spirit, and the skills, walking away with 1st Place🥇
We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and Panther pride these athletes showed on the floor. Way to kick off the season with a bang!
College Park's Book Reading Day - January 7
We are so excited that our students have met their PBIS goal for December so this Wednesday, January 7, our entire school will have a Book Reading Day. All students are encouraged to bring in a book and a blanket from home.
