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The City of Fitchburg is running out of time to move an ill-suited polling place prior to the November election. The Common Council postponed a vote during its Tuesday, Sept. 8, meeting that would have moved the District 1 polling Screenshot by Emilie Heidemann location to a location that’s easier for City alder Joe Maldonado and former Fitchburg mayor Frances Huntley-Cooper appeared on Wisconsin most of the district to access on foot or by Mujer’s the Latinx TalkBack last month. bus. Meijer moves The two resolution options would have forward added a second polling location on either side of Verona Road, with the one closer Page 13 Talking race and politics to the Allied Drive/Dunn’s Marsh neigh- borhood and shared with the City of Madison, to Fitchburg Fire Station No. 2, Business City alder, former mayor share experiences on which is on Marketplace Drive, outside of the district boundaries. But both had com- Latinx TalkBack show plications the council could not sort out that night. The council has until Sunday, Oct. 4, to EMILIE HEIDEMANN “We wanted to highlight the struggles of our relocate the polling place for the Nov. 3 Unified Newspaper Group generation and of our community … to break the election. Voters need to be notified at least 30 days prior to such a change, and the wo Fitchburg residents isolation of being Latino in the Midwest. Although council has only one scheduled meeting — an alder and a for- we try to represent all voices in each one of our before that, Sept. 22. Tmer mayor — had a One of the polling locations proposed at single goal in mind when they (episodes), we have a long way to go to break both the Aug. 25 and Sept. 8 meetings is appeared on Wisconsin Mujer’s down the hundreds of years of white supremacy, Redeemer City Church, on the west side ‘Latinx TalkBack’ a month ago. of Verona Road in the Jamestown neigh- Hop Haus opens That goal was to bring aware- but as Latinos to refuse to be active in the Black borhood. City clerk Tracy Oldenburg ness to the intersectionality of Liberation movement is to deny ourselves an toured with District 1’s election inspec- new restaurant being Black or Latinx within the tors prior to the Tuesday, Aug. 25, meet- arena of local politics, city alder alliance that is not just necessary, but mandatory.” ing, but found it did not allow for prop- Page 15 and episode moderator Joe Mal- er social distancing needed during the donado told the Star. Aracelie Esparza COVID-19 pandemic. Sports The show, which aired live on She didn’t rule it out for future elec- the Wisconsin Mujer Facebook tions, as the pastors are eager to have the page Thursday, Aug. 6, was Floyd’s neck for nearly nine the Latinx community, he had to space used for community purposes. titled the “Latinx TalkBack on minutes during an arrest, which be incredibly aware of how the The other location, at the Boys and Black and Latinx Politics in our his family’s coroner said is what general public might perceive Community.” Former Fitchburg led to Floyd’s death. him upon running for office Turn to Polling/Page 13 mayor Frances Huntley-Cooper, “We wanted to highlight the — even with Fitchburg having who was the first Black mayor struggles of our generation and grown to have a more diverse in state history and served from of our community … to break population than Madison. 1991-93, was a panelist. the isolation of being Latino in “I had to really be aware of Lauren, Courtney She appeared with fellow the Midwest,” Esparza wrote how I communicate ... who I guests Madison Metropolitan in an email. “Although we try was talking to … what their Shorter grapple School District’s Board of Edu- to represent all voices in each level of understanding is,” Mal- with COVID-19, cation president Gloria Reyes, one of our (episodes), we have donado told the Star in a phone social justice activist Jonathan a long way to go to break down interview. “I was very cognizant injury comeback William Osorio Delgado and the hundreds of years of white of what I look like.” Clover Phoenix Capital owner supremacy, but as Latinos to Huntley-Cooper said during Page B1 Beny Perez-Reyes, who helps refuse to be active in the Black the episode that she had served fund businesses in the Milwau- Liberation movement is to deny during a time Fitchburg’s local kee area. ourselves an alliance that is not government wasn’t representa- Schools Madison-based social engage- just necessary, but mandatory.” tive of its communities of col- Photo by Kimberly Wethal ment company Wisconsin Esparza wrote the show and or. She recalled having a lot of Poll worker Kim Grafenauer sanitizes the VASD reopening Mujer, is run by founder Arace- its guests are meant to give voic- support during her campaign booth after a voter completed their ballot at lie Esparza. She told the Star es to the “oppressions that are and having no trouble garner- the. District 1 polling location. The state’s plan pushes the online show started as a ingrained in our community and ing money for fundraising. But partisan primary was held on Tuesday, Aug. deadline response to the killing of George often swept under the rug.” she had to be “strategic” about 11, where Fitchburg residents were able to Floyd in May. Minnesota police As for Maldonado, during the vote for a primary in either the state’s 80th Page B4 officer Derek Chauvin knelt on episode he said as a member of Turn to Show /Page 13 assembly district, or the state’s 16th senate district.

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Fitchburg Public Library Library makes best of pandemic with summer reading program JOE HALLEY to stay on task and moti- Powers admitted the num- were missing the interaction Star correspondent vated. As with other sum- bers were down from years they usually get on a daily mer reading programs, kids past, but he was happy with basis. The kids still did find The Fitchburg Public Library could earn more prizes by the overall participation. a way to show their apprecia- faced unusual circumstances reading more. “We look at the numbers tion to the staff. this summer regarding its sum- “It was different, but still and think, wow we reached “Just the other day, some- mer reading program. pretty cool to see the kids stack out to a lot of people,” Pow- body called in to collect up minutes,” Powers said. ers said. “There were a lot of their prizes and kids all took Because of the COVID-19 File photo pandemic, youth services This year, 700 people of people that signed up for the turns saying they’re thank Ava Kunkel-Strell places gemstones on the wings of a paper all ages signed up, and Pow- program considering the cir- you’s and we miss you,” he butterfly during the library’s Valentine’s Day craft workshop manager Tim Powers had to ers says that’s due to the cumstances.” said. Powers was grateful look for virtual alternatives on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019. The Fitchburg Public Library started way his staff promoted it. Powers is planning to do for that. its online summer reading program on Monday, June 1. and used one that’s been “We couldn’t promote in a fall reading program, as popular in the South Central person as we have previous- well, again using the Bean- Library System. ly,” he said. “So what we did stack app. Powers said it The app, Beanstack, was go ahead and promote it will run from September to allows readers to track their in the paper, on our website November. minutes read online and is a and Facebook page. It turned The building was closed convenient way for readers out better than we thought.” for the summer so they really

BIG CLEARANCE SALE! 50% - 75% OFF! Full Service Postal Station Available *Postal Services and candy are not included in sale* Sue’s Hallmark 3000 Cahill Main, Fitchburg adno=175765 273-3565 adno=175936 ConnectFitchburg.com September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star 3 Fitchburg sees 34.5% turnout for August election 82.2% of ballots and newcomer Kimberly Smith (D-Oregon). Pope, who won the cast as absentee election for the district over- all, collected 254 votes, while KIMBERLY WETHAL Smith tallied 189. Through- Unified Newspaper Group out the district, Pope received 5,265 votes, while Smith got Of the registered Fitchburg 2,611. residents, just under 35% voted Fitchburg also had a con- in the Tuesday, Aug. 11, parti- tested race for the state’s 16th san primary election – but the Senate district, between Rep. vast majority of them did so Melissa Sargent (D-Madison) with an absentee ballot for the and Monona Grove school second election in a row. board president Andrew McK- Following a trend started in inney (D-Cottage Grove). Sar- April with the prevalence of gent, who won the race overall, COVID-19 in Dane County, the received 3,014 votes from vot- state and the country, 82.2% of ers, and McKinney got 1,115. voters, or 4,742 people, filled Throughout the district, Sargent out their ballots from home, out received 27,717 votes, while of 5,763 total votes cast. The McKinney tallied 8,328. votes cast represent 34.5% of The overall participation rate the city’s 16,701 registered vot- in the April election was higher, ers. with 56.6% of Fitchburg resi- The percentage of absentee dents who voted. That election votes closely reflects the per- featured a presidential primary, centage of those who partici- Photo by Kimberly Wethal as well as contested alder rac- pated in the April 7 election – Poll worker Sheila Rehbein checks in a voter at the District 1 polling place at Fire Station No. 2 on es in all four city districts and a during that election, as the state Marketplace Drive. The state’s partisan primary was held on Tuesday, Aug. 11, where Fitchburg residents state-wide Supreme Court jus- was in the middle of its Safer were able to vote for a primary in either the state’s 80th assembly district, or the state’s 16th senate district. tice contest. at Home mandate, 83% of vot- Email reporter Kimberly ers submitted their ballots as Of the absentee ballots sent Fitchburg voters had two for the state’s 80th Assembly Wethal at kimberly.wethal@ absentee. out by the city, 70.9% of the contested races to vote for in district, between incumbent wcinet.com and follow her on 6,687 were returned. the Aug. 11 election. One was Sondy Pope (D-Mount Horeb) Twitter @kimberly_wethal.​

Pope, Sargent to move on to November contest KIMBERLY WETHAL not on the ballot for the received 1,115. heavy heart that he con- Peter Theron (R-Madi- Unified Newspaper Group August primary, but will In a Facebook post from ceded the Senate race, but son), a Madison College have contested races in Aug. 12, Sargent wrote was thankful for the peo- instructor, in the Novem- Rep. Sondy Pope November. that it was an honor to be ple who cast their ballots ber election. (D-Mount Horeb) and Rep. Sargent, who was the selected as the Democratic in support of him. The November elec- Melissa Sargent (D-Madi- representative in the candidate. “As a first-timer, that tion will also feature the son) will run on the Dem- state’s 48th Assembly “As a state and a nation, was great – 24% was presidential race between ocratic ticket for the state Pope Sargent District, won the prima- we’re facing unprecedent- great,” he said. “I will not Republican President offices in the Assembly ry against fellow Demo- ed times,” the post reads. give up Team McKinney – Donald Trump and run- and Senate, respectively, crat Andrew McKinney “The reality is that the we’ll keep moving on.” ning mate Vice President in the November election. (D-Cottage Grove), the current issues facing Wis- The other two Senate Mike Pence, and former Pope, the incumbent, Monona Grove school consin are life and death – districts in the Oregon Vice President Joe Biden won the Democratic pri- board president, for the now is not the time for the area, districts 27 and 15, and vice presidential can- mary against challenger state’s 16th Senate district. partisan tricks and rhetoric will not have an election didate Sen. Kamala Harris. Kimberly Smith (D-Ore- Sargent won 27,717 that is too often seen in the this year. Email reporter Kimber- gon) for the state’s 80th votes, in comparison State Capitol and on the For the House of Rep- ly Wethal at kimberly. Assembly District during Smith McKinney to McKinney’s 8,328. campaign trail.” resentatives, incumbent [email protected] and the Tuesday, Aug. 11, pri- Of those votes, Sargent McKinney said in a Mark Pocan (D-Black follow her on Twitter @ mary. class. received 3,014 from Fitch- Facebook Live video from Earth) is the only Demo- kimberly_wethal.​ Pope received 5,265 “Since I was first elect- burg, while McKinney Aug. 11 that it was with a crat running, and will face votes throughout the dis- ed, I have supported and trict, in comparison to worked on policies that Smith’s 2,611. Of those aim to shape our state’s votes, 254 of those for future,” she said in the Pope came from the news release. “Adequate City of Fitchburg. Smith funding for K-12 educa- received 189 votes from tion, non-partisan redis- Fitchburg residents. tricting, broader access to Pope will move on to healthcare and paid family face Republican challeng- medical leave and keep- er Chase Binnie (R-Mount ing our clean air and water Horeb) in the Tuesday, sustainable are long-term Nov. 3, election. Sargent solutions to build a strong will run against Scott future for Wisconsin.” Barker (R-Sun Prairie) in Smith wrote a thank November. you to her supporters in Pope has represented the a Facebook post on Aug. district since 2012, when 12. In the post, Smith also the state’s redistricting encouraged having term Settle down.We’ll takeitfromhere. took effect; prior to then, limits for state represen- she represented the 79th tatives, stating that Pope Take advantage of historically lowhomeloanrates! Assembly district after has been in office for too first being elected in 2002. long and there’s a need for We have ahome loan expert whocan help! OakBank’sSenior The 80th district seat new representation in the represents part of the cit- district. Vice PresidentofMortgageBanking, CarrieMontgomery has ies of Verona and Fitch- “Thank you for believ- yearsofexperience andhas processed andclosedenough burg and part of the Vil- ing in me, thank you for home loanstofill theKohlCenter. lage of Oregon, as well taking the time and effort as the villages of Brook- to support my campaign,” Carrie Montgomery lyn, Blue Mounds, Mount she said. “I wish I could Visit OakBankOnline.com Senior Vice President of Horeb, Belleville and New thank each of you indi- to sign up for rate watch, Mortgage Banking Glarus, as well as other vidually. Your vote means NMLS# 767623 towns in Dane, Green and more than you will ever applyfor aloan, or useour Iowa counties. know, every effort I made mortgagecalculators. In a news release pub- the last 4 months was Putustowork lished Aug. 12, Pope said worth it. Knowing what foryou! that she is looking forward I know now, I’d do it all to November and ampli- over again in a heartbeat.” fying a progressive mes- The other Assembly dis- sage to improve the lives tricts in the Oregon area, NMLS#434669 adno=175749 of people in the working Districts 43 and 47, were ConnectFitchburg.com 4 September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star Opinion Community Voices City missing an opportunity to help District 1 hen I was in my 20s, I Certainly suitable location. with limited staff input, they to death. used to hear the phrase, some issues I can’t blame it all on the late should have decided either this But they all need to make sure W“Nothing good happens require debate, nights and endless jabbing and is important to get figured out or this is settled once and for all by after 2 a.m.” and controversy posturing. I mean, either it’s it’s not, rather than let the circus the next meeting. They owe it to Fortunately, the Fitchburg or difference going to be suitable and workable continue. their constituents. Common Council has not usually of opinion is or it’s not. There are laws to fol- That we have had endless That goes for those alders not been staying out that late, but its impossible to low, and this is not rocket science debates over proposed locations representing District 1, too. You mouthy navigators are keeping avoid without (or string theory). since before summer started and can’t leave the district on an the rest of the alders up way past a failure to No, the real problem is this is are still coming up with new island anymore. their bedtime. Ferolie represent every- not getting the staff involved. If ideas in September is evidence So get the staff to compile Normally, I would rate a flip- one. But this I’m an alder representing this that people have not been work- some spots and recommend them pant phrase like that as trite, a latest one, so far consuming two district or claiming to fight for ing together for the common and get this over with either way. long nights at City Hall (and on whiny complaint from someone the vulnerable and socioeconom- good here. It’s not fair to resi- Anyone who has ever had who’s getting sick of late eve- Zoom), should be an easy one in ically challenged in the city – or dents of those areas, and it’s not nings. political terms: If you can find the mayor – I’m pushing the courteous to this same staff whom insomnia knows the “good TV” But in this case, the party most a place for the election within clerk and city administrator to you keep asking to do emergency that plays at night is a shell of the irritated by the council’s late District 1 — ideally accessible by make this a priority and get any work when it could have been best stuff in prime time. nights is our intrepid news editor, foot to most voters on either side help they need in determining methodical and worked in with And nobody who hears me say who pithily loves the “good TV,” of Verona Road — people will be the right place for a temporary their other duties. the phrase “good TV” has ever as I like to call it, of contentious all for it. voting place that’s big enough to If alders want to insist this heard it paired with the words jostling at City Hall. And the top- Unfortunately, the effort to find accommodate the problems of the election keep its temporary poll- “good government.” ics have been important, includ- this magical location has been pandemic. ing place outside the district to Jim Ferolie is the general manag- ing one with an imminent expi- disorganized at best, and it’s It’s been mishandled from the avoid confusion and return to er of Unified Newspaper Group, ration date and implications on running out of time. The lack of start by the alder leading the the former fire station on King which publishes the Verona a national election most people I proper research before the debate effort, Dorothy Krause, but every- James Way after the Census, Press. He oversaw coverage of know suggest is among the most appears to be killing the city’s one owns this now. After that first then vote for that and shut up. Fitchburg government from 2009- important in their lives. chances of finding and vetting a stumble, an Aug. 25 resolution There’s no point in talking this 2020.

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General Manager backgrounds and dreams. carbon footprint in the school Kamau Ayubbi of the Department of Spir- But, the West High building, district. itual Care, Michigan Medicine, suggests Lee Borkowski “we can embrace the act of handwashing [email protected] like the other high schools It’s the job of our children in the district, has definitely to study hard and prepare as something more than something we do Sales Manager seen better days. for their futures as produc- for physical health… The idea is this: that a Kathy Neumeister The Nov. 3 ballot includes tive people and citizens. It’s small and necessary task done collectively [email protected] two referendum questions: our job to make sure those with intention will contribute to a healthier One for the operating budget children have state of the art social and emotional environment. Kindness Display Advertising for MMSD schools and one schools in which to study and and Compassion to self and others make a Donna Larson for much-needed building learn as they take their steps challenging situation bearable and mean- [email protected] renovations. toward a better future. ingful and opens us up to creative ways to Catherine Stang The renovations to four For our children, I urge you find health during stressful and challenging [email protected] Madison high schools will to join me in voting Yes on times” (FaceBook post May, 2020). include energy-saving design the MMSD referendum ques- Faith communities around the world Classified advertisements through thermally efficient tions Nov. 3. share the principle we frequently refer to [email protected] windows and window shades as the Golden Rule. In my own tradition, and LED lighting. Plans also Judith Stadler it is summed up as “Do to others as you Legal advertisements would have them do to you” (Luke 6:31). [email protected] include installation of sub- City of Fitchburg stantial PV (photovoltaic) The Wisconsin Council of Churches has Circulation been encouraging people to post a picture of [email protected] themselves wearing a mask with the hashtag “Love your neighbor, wear a mask.” This News is an act we can do to show our love and Jim Ferolie Star can be a leader in voting education respect for others in our community. [email protected] Before I became a pastor, I was a speech In reading through the “doesn’t matter.” and language pathologist. I worked with Sports Fitchburg Star, received yes- This is where The Star people who could not use speech as their Adam Feiner terday, as usual I learned of can be a star. For the next primary mode of communication. I helped [email protected] many things going on in and two months why not feature children and adults to explore and use the around Fitchburg. I always lots of stories about how to low tech and high-tech tools that helped Business news look forward to learning look up voter information, them become more independent and build Emilie Heidemann more about what’s happening where the polling locations meaningful relationships. This multi-mod- [email protected] in my hometown. are by area, where City Hall al use of technology is important to us That said, I also became is if I want to vote early, during the pandemic as we connect with Community news aware that The Star has a what information one needs others via telephone, cards, emails, Zoom, Emilie Heidemann tremendously important role to provide, hours of polling and social media. I am grateful for the [email protected] to play in voter education. locations, etc. many ways we have for learning and The stark reality is that many You get the idea. 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Some Mary Power Printed by Capital Newspapers — Madison even believe that their vote City of Fitchburg ConnectFitchburg.com Opinion September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star 5 Healthy living Plan school lunches the same whether at home or away hen the mornings start The routine kids a sense of autonomy while still – a great alternative to having child will eat if he or she is hungry to feel a little brisker of packing a allowing the parent to have control. chips with every lunch. Use dips (perhaps fruit or favorite crackers). Wand Labor Day is behind lunch the night Making lunch a special time can like ranch dressing, salsa, pesto or This provides exposure to new us, it’ll always mean “back-to- before or in the be done in small and easy ways ketchup. foods yet also gives you a peace school” time to me – never mind morning – even that don’t take a lot of effort but Add variety in small ways to of mind that your child won’t go that I’ve been out of school for if you’re at can be memorable for your kids. help your kids see that foods hungry. several years now. home – will help This could be adding a few choc- they’re most familiar with can The easiest thing you can do is No matter how the school year make the actual olate chips or M&Ms, but it doesn’t come in different ways and help to simply take the time to eat with looks this year – whether that lunchtime go have to be food. You could include prevent picky eating. your kids as much as possible. means actually going into the phys- Hoerr more smoothly a fun note, a sticker, a joke or a sil- It’s OK if you tend to pack the What your kids see you eating ical classroom or tuning in virtual- for you and your ly drawing or add sprinkles to the same thing most days. We’re all will be more impactful than what ly, kids will still be eating lunches kids. Rather than trying to decide yogurt or fruit. busy. So try changing the type of you tell them. every day. what to serve for lunch at the last When making a healthy upgrade nut butter, jam, deli meat or cheese If possible, sit and eat with them With all of our attention on what minute, preparing a lunchbox will to a food, keep everything else the you use. Instead of always using during meals to be that positive role this school year is going to be like ensure you’re including a variety same at first. Your kids are more bread, use tortillas, pitas or crack- model – both for table manners and during the pandemic, it’s easy for with multiple food groups that will likely to try the new food if a more ers occasionally. eating behaviors. the thought of packing lunches nourish your child through the rest familiar option is with it. You can also choose different This school year might have to be put on the back burner. But of the day. For example, choose whole grain varieties of veggies or fruit – some uncertainties, but lunch just like any year, it’s an important As you prepare the lunches, options to favorite foods, such as rainbow carrots or red and green doesn’t have to be one of them. piece that can set your kids up for remember that while it’s the par- crackers, pasta or tortilla chips. Pair grapes, for instance. Kara Hoerr, MS, RDN, CD, is a success during the school day. ents’ role to decide what to serve them with cheese slices, rather than Opening a lunch box at the end registered dietitian nutritionist and It doesn’t have to be complicat- your kids to ensure they’re getting hummus, at least at first. of the day, only to see it completely owner of Kara Hoerr Nutrition. ed. If you plan on preparing lunch- a balanced variety, you can still Being creative can help kids try uneaten is disheartening and frus- Visit karahoerrnutrition.com, email es for your kids this year, do it offer your kids a limited choice. and like new foods. trating. If you’re offering some- [email protected] or mostly as you always have – pack For instance, ask them whether If your child doesn’t like raw thing your child isn’t familiar with call 620-4461. it ahead, include your kids, make it they want a turkey or chicken veggies, start by introducing veg- or that isn’t a favorite, pack a “safe This information is not intended as a special time, keep it healthy and sandwich or what kind of vegetable gies in different ways, such as beet food.” medical advice. Please consult a medi- include variety and creativity. – carrots or cucumber. It gives the chips, kale chips or snap pea crisps This is something you know your cal professional for individual advice.

Keep streets leaf-free to protect our waterways he sight of leaves changing color and Tfalling from trees is a beautiful event to look forward to each fall. However, if not care- week. fully managed, leaves can The lowest footprint become harmful to our would be to use a reusable environment. bag or container. When it rains, water runs Yardwaste polybags are through leaves in the street available to Fitchburg res- forming a “leaf-tea” that idents at the second-floor is rich in dissolved phos- counter at City Hall on a phorus. In urban areas, this first-come, first served basis. “leaf-tea” enters an under- The first bag is free to res- ground network of pipes idents who pay the refuse called the municipal storm and recycling special charge sewer system, which gives on their property tax bill. the water a direct route to Additional bags are $2 per our local waterways. bag. Call 270-4200 to find GREAT PEOPLE. #1 LARGE EMPLOYER. 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If you 401K urban stormwater runoff, are using reusable bags, BENEFITS TO HELP YOU OWN YOUR BEST FUTURE and by simply by removing Summit offers competitive health and dental insurance, retirement leave a weight (such as a PTO HEALTH & leaves from the street before brick or large stone) nearby DENTAL plans, paid time off and more! a heavy rain event, we can so workers can place the reduce the amount of phos- bags under the weight after phorus in urban stormwater emptying the contents. runoff by almost half. Finally, Fitchburg resi- CAREER DEVELOPMENT After you have raked your dents can bring yard waste Summit isn’t just a place to work, it’s a place to thrive in your career. leaves from the street and to Fitchburg’s recycling your yard, you have a few drop-off site at 2373 S. Fish options. Hatchery Road. Do not leave The “greenest” option is bags or containers there. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING to use leaves and other yard If you want to encourage Summit encourages a healthy work/life balance. waste for mulching or home others to keep leaves out of composting. Mulching is the the street this fall, request quickest option and provides a free yard sign by sending TUITION ASSISTANCE nutrients back to your lawn. an email to Claudia.Guy@ Homemade compost can be fitchburgwi.gov with the Summit provides student loan payback, tuition reimbursement used to improve the health subject, “Leaf-Free Streets and dependent tuition reimbursement! of your lawn and garden Sign Request” and provid- soil. ing your name and address. Another option is to take For information about Learn more at SummitCreditUnion.com/Careers. advantage of the city’s leaf management and two curbside yardwaste city collection rules, vis- collections in the fall. See it fitchburgwi.gov/2568/ the city’s solid waste and Brush-Yard-Waste. Thanks recycling calendar for exact in advance for doing your dates. To prepare your part to keep our streets and leaves for curbside pickup, water ways clean! place them in a bag or con- Hannah Buscemi is a City tainer and place the bag at of Fitchburg intern and a the curb by 6:30 a.m. on the student at the University of Monday of the collection Wisconsin-Madison. © Summit Credit Union 2020 adno=175755 ConnectFitchburg.com 6 September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star Fitchburg bars, restaurants offer delivery, carryout Unified Newspaper Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Rolling Pin Bake Shop Group has compiled a list- Available: Carryout, ing of restaurants still serv- Moo-Yah Available: Carryout, curbside, dine-in ing Fitchburg throughout Hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. the COVID-19 crisis. curbside, delivery Hours: 11 a.m. to Monday-Friday; 7:30 a.m. We have attempted to be to 2 p.m. Saturday as thorough as possible, but 10 p.m., Monday-Saturday; situations were still chang- 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday Starbucks ing as of our print deadline, Monkeyshines Available: Drive-through and not all businesses were Hours: 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. available when we attempt- Bar and Grill ed contact. Available: Curbside pick- Surya Cafe All listings are as of up, delivery Availability: Carryout, Wednesday, Aug. 19. Food hours: 8 a.m. to outdoor dining We advise you contact 10 p.m. Hours: 4-6 p.m. the following establish- Noodles And Tapatios ments for the most up-to- Company Available: Carryout, date hours and availability. Available: Curbside, delivery, dine-in Please email ungbusi- Hours: 4-8 p.m. [email protected] if you’d delivery, dine-in like to be added to this list Hours: 10:30 a.m. to Thai Noodles or to make an update to 9 p.m., Monday-Sunday Available: Carryout, your listing. Oasis Café delivery Barriques Available: Carryout, Hours: 10 a.m. to delivery, dine-in 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday; Available: Curbside pick- 1-9 p.m., Sunday up, delivery, outdoor seat- Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday; ing Photo by Neal Patten Thirsty Goat Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Carla Williams and son Malik keep their physical distance while picking up sweet treats from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday Available: Carryout, Rolling Pin Bake Shop. Pancheros delivery Benvenuto’s Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Italian Grill Available: Carryout, Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Haveli Indian to 10 p.m., Friday-Satur- delivery Toppers Pizza Available: Carryout, Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Restaurant day; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Available: Carryout, con- curbside pickup, no-contact Enrique’s Grill 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday delivery Available: Carryout Available: Carryout Pancake Café tactless delivery Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Hours: 5-9 p.m. Little Caesars Pizza Available: Carryout, Hours: 10:30 a.m. to Hy-Vee Market Grille Available: Carryout, dine-in 1 a.m. Sunday-Wednesday, Buffalo Wild Wings The Flying Hound 10:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Thurs- Available: Carryout delivery Hours: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Available: Pickup, deliv- Available: Carryout Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. day; 10:30 a.m. to 3 a.m. ery, dine-in Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Hours: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., Panera Bread Saturday Monday-Saturday Monday-Thursday; 11 a.m. Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Sunday Available: Carryout, Funk’s Pub Jimmy John’s curbside, delivery, dine-in Yahara Bay Distillery Chocolate Shoppe Available: Carryout Available: Curbside Available: Pickup, Me And Julio Hours: 6 a.m. to Ice Cream Hours: 3-8 p.m. Thurs- Available: Carryout, 7:30 p.m. Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. day-Saturday no-contact delivery Monday-Friday; noon to Available: Curbside, Hours: 10:30 a.m. to delivery, dine-in Quivey’s Grove delivery, outdoor seating Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., 4 p.m. Saturday Glass Nickel Pizza Co. 8 p.m. (Fish Hatchery); Availability: Carryout Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Available: Carryout, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (McK- Monday-Saturday; 9 a.m. to Closed: 8 p.m., Sunday Hours: 11:30 a.m. to Curry In The Box no-contact delivery ee) 2:30 p.m. and 4-8 p.m. Atomic Koi Cocktail Available: Carryout, Hours: 10:30 a.m. to Laredo’s Mod Pizza Tuesday-Thursday and Sat- Lounge 10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; Tuscany Grill curbside, delivery Available: Carryout, Available: Carryout, urday; 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Hours: 11 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fri- curbside, delivery Friday day-Saturday no-contact delivery, dine-in 9 p.m., 4-9 p.m. Saturdays, Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 4-8:30 p.m. Sundays The Great Dane Pub Available: Carryout, Liliana’s Restaurant Dairy Queen Available: Curbside pick- Grill & Chill delivery Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. up, delivery Available: Carryout, Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., no-contact delivery Monday-Thursday; 11 a.m. Memorial United Church of Christ Check out our youth FITCHBURG CENTER and adult programs at Farmers Market memorialucc.org/learn Thursday, May – October | 3 - 6 p.m. Outdoor activities – with some 5511 E CHERYL PARKWAY, FITCHBURG in-person outdoor options too! Market Vendors Set Up Every Thursday! Worship with us at 9:30 a.m. via Facebook or Zoom Offering Fresh Produce, Baked Goods, Meats (Lamb; Goat; Beef), Eggs, Cheese, Walnuts, Flowers, Hanging Baskets, Soaps, Fiber, Organic Options, and More. See our website for details adno=175771 Shop the Market where we have safe Social 5705 Lacy Road, Fitchburg Distancing implemented or Preorder for Pickup 273-1008 • www.memorialucc.org at FITCHBURGMARKET.COM adno=175740 Who wants to see a picture? Visit ungphotos.smugmug.com/ tchburgstar to share, download and order prints of your favorite photos from local community and sports events. All orders will be mailed directly to you! ConnectFitchburg.com September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star 7 Fitchburg Public Library What to read in September Bored during the COVID-19 pandemic? ‘Marguerite’ by Marina Kemp Why not become a bookworm? Set among the lush fields and olive The Fitchburg Public Library has put groves of southern France, and written in together a list of reading recommendations clear prose of luminous beauty, Margue- for the month of September. rite is an unforgettable novel that traces the This list was assembled by adult and ways in which guilt can be transformed, technical services manager Tegan Karow. and how people can unexpectedly find a ‘All the Flowers In Paris’ sense of redemption. by Sarah Jio ‘The Billionaire in Boots’ After losing her memory, Caroline by Julia London finds a World War II era diary hidden in New York Times and USA Today best- her apartment and discovers connections selling author Julia London delivers a between her life and Celine’s decades ear- contemporary western, where a lonesome lier. rancher and a no-nonsense cowgirl learn that you don’t choose who you fall for — ‘Survival of the Fritters’ love lassos you. by Ginger Bolton ‘Pretty as a Picture’ The first in a Wisconsin set cozy mys- tery series featuring Emily, a former 911 by Elizabeth Little dispatcher turned donut shop owner (and A shy, but successful, film editor takes a occasional crime solver). job under a notoriously demanding direc- tor before becoming embroiled in solving ‘The Dearly Beloved’ by Cara Wall the case of a murdered teen on which the A past Today show Read with Jenna pic, movie is based, an effort that is complicat- this story follows two couples over decades ed by a dangerous saboteur. of friendship, examining faith and family. ‘Jace’ by Sasha Summers ‘A Beautiful Crime’ Rising country star Jace Black must con- The public needs vince country music legend Krystal King by Christopher Bollen that he is far more interested in her than he the truth; not social From the author of The Destroyers is in making a name for himself. comes an “intricately plotted and elegant- media headlines & ly structured” (Newsday) story of intrigue ‘The Lady from the Black Lagoon’ fake news. and deception, set in contemporary Venice by Mallory O’Meara and featuring a young American couple The story of Millicent Patrick, the creator who have set their sights on a risky con. of the Creature from the Black Lagoon, The future of our country depends and her life and legacy in Hollywood. on the ability of journalists to Real, Reputable, provide the public with Trusted. Your News investigative journalism. Media. Virtual church services in Fitchburg Help show your support for quality, Follow the The Star has compiled 828-4200 or visit the For more information, investigative journalism: conversation at a list of scheduled virtual church’s website. visit memorialucc.org. #SupportRealNews church services amid the City on a Hill Redeemer City Church Donate to the International COVID-19 pandemic. Consortium of Investigative If your church is hosting City on a Hill, 2924 Fish Redeemer City Church, THIS PUBLICATION an online event and would Hatchery Road, hosts vir- 5356 King James Way, Journalists today tual services at 10 a.m. posts its sermons, which SUPPORTS REAL like to be included in this NEWS. listing, please send any per- Sundays accessible at live. take place Sundays at https://donate.icij.org/ tinent information to ung- cityonahill.co. 10 a.m., online at redeemer- [email protected]. The church’s worship citychurch.org/sermons. The listing will run inter- team and pastors deliver Services are also filmed mittently as space and time each service and invite the live for the Redeemer City allows, and was last updat- public to join in each week. Church YouTube channel. ed Wednesday, Sept. 2. For more information, For more information, call 650-5422. visit the redeemercity- www.newsmediaalliance.org All Saints Lutheran Chapel Valley Church church.org. Church Chapel Valley Church, a All Saints Lutheran mobile church, hosts virtual Church, 2951 Chapel Valley services at 10 a.m. Sundays Road, hosts virtual services on Youtube, Facebook, and Looking to Buy or Sell at 9 a.m. Sundays accessi- chapelvalley.org ble on Youtube and Face- The church’s worship Exclusive Marketing. book. team and Pastors Jeremiah Pastor Kristin Woelk and Suzie Genin invite the in Fitchburg? Proven Results. delivers each service. public to join in every Sun- For more information, day. 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Blackhawk Church Pastor Jeff Meyer and FIRST WEBER IS Blackhawk Church, 9620 Matt Wipperman deliver Brader Way, hosts virtual services each week on the ShawnPfaff —#1 in Wisconsin services at 9 a.m., 10 a.m. live stream. REALTOR® for 13 consecutive years and 6 p.m. Sundays. For more information, Source: SCWMLS, CWMLS, RANW, Metro MLS, GNMLS, There are also services for call 271-2811 or visit Multiple Listing Service market share by company, all kids accessible at blackhawk- livelifetogether.com. Connecting People properties types, ranked by volume and closed transaction church.org/connect/kidsstu- With Places sides, January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019. dents/kids/online. Videos are Memorial United geared toward first and sec- Church of Christ First Weber’s West Madison Office: ond graders and are around Memorial United Church former Mayor 2985 Triverton Pike Dr. Ste. 200, 20-30 minutes long. Regu- of Christ, 5705 Lacy Road, of Fitchburg lar services are accessible at hosts virtual services at Fitchburg, WI 53711 blackhawkchurch.org, the 9:30 a.m. Sundays. church’s YouTube page and The services are acces- Facebook page. sible over Zoom or on the Those last around one church’s Facebook page. To hour to an hour and fifteen access a Zoom service, visit Contact Shawn Pfaff today: 608-628-3275 minutes. memorialucc.org and fol- PfaffS@fi rstweber.com • www.ShawnPfaff.fi rstweber.com For more information, low the link. adno=161639 ConnectFitchburg.com 8 September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star Pharmacies adapt to provide flu vaccines amid COVID-19 Patients have the option of drive-up Hy-Vee Fitchburg clinics, can wait Pharmacy Family inside vehicle 2920 Fitchrona Road Pharmacy 273-5122 3050 Cahill Main #6 EMILIE HEIDEMANN hy-vee.com 274-3784 Unified Newspaper Group whatagreatpharmacy. Some Fitchburg phar- wordpress.com macies are providing flu drive-up flu shot clin- vaccines a little different- ics 7-11 a.m. Mondays, ly this year amid the pan- 3-7 p.m. Thursdays and demic, paving the way for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Satur- A chair awaits patients when one is available to days from Aug. 17 through immediately inside the help prevent COVID-19. Oct. 31. Patients can get pharmacy’s front door, Fitchburg Family Phar- other immunizations for which staff wipe down macy managing pharma- other conditions as well, after every visit. Schum- cist Thad Schumaker told and are required to wear acher said patients can the Star that while some a mask, according to the receive most immuniza- plans for offering the flu Hy-Vee website. tions there, while there vaccine are up in the air, For people who don’t is one that requires entry staff are eyeing drive- have transportation, into an injection room at up clinics where patients Schumacher said staff the back of the store, but would be treated inside identifies patients to deliv- like Hy-Vee, everyone their vehicles. So far, er to on a regular basis. He wears masks. the pharmacy, located at said staff find a morning As for a COVID-19 vac- 3050 Cahill Main #6, has or afternoon a week where cine, Schumacher said teamed up with the Fitch- they serve patients in a “there will be one.” But burg Senior Center to particular geographic area there are a lot of unknowns achieve just that in Octo- of Fitchburg. The only dif- that come with that. ber. A similar setup could ference during COVID-19 “I think the biggest apply when a coronavirus is that staff is donned in question for us is will vaccine is accessible to the protective gear. there be reimbursement public, Schumaker said. Fitchburg Family Phar- for administration of that To register for the senior macy has taken additional vaccine,” Schumacher center clinic, patients are health precautions amid said. “How much will it instructed to fill out a the COVID-19 pandemic. be? Will it be enough to form the day prior. The business has closed cover pharmacists going “We will just have to its indoor interior, Schum- into people’s homes?” see what the demand is,” acher said, but still offers “Even with all those Schumacher said of vac- curbside pickup and deliv- unknowns, certainly (the cine services outside ery options for products, flu vaccine) gives us an senior center offerings. and patients have the infrastructure for doing “One of the benefits of option of getting other it,” he added. “Indepen- being an independent busi- vaccines just inside the dent pharmacies will be at ness is our ability to be front door. the forefront of this.” flexible and change to the “We wanted to keep our Email Emilie Heidemann needs of our community.” patients safe and not be at emilie.heidemann@ Photo submitted Another pharmacy — in a place where we are wcinet.com or follow her Fitchburg Family Pharmacy managing pharmacist Thad Schumaker administers a vaccine to Hy-Vee on 2920 Fitchro- spreading COVID-19,” on Twitter at @Heide- a patient. na Road — is providing Schumacher said. mannEmilie.

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adno=122651 - - - - - ConnectFitchburg.com 10 September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star Complaint: Sgt. brought marijuana to inmate articles to an inmate, and the oth- complaint was filed. Lohry will McDonalds. the detective. Oakhill Correctional er conspiracy to deliver marijua- have an initial appearance on In an interview with Lohry in Another inmate told investi- Institution employee na. Both carry maximum prison Thursday, Sept. 5, and Green will May with Dane County detective gators Lohry, going by the nick- sentences of no more than three have his initial appearance a week Heidi Gardner and City of Fitch- name “Cash,” had been dealing facing two felony charges years and six months apiece, as earlier on Thursday, Aug. 27. burg detective Matthew Wiza, he and smoking marijuana at the well as fines of $10,000. Further investigation found confirmed Green had been the KIMBERLY WETHAL Green was deemed to have been that Green had met with Lohry’s one bringing in items, and that he facility. “He was one of the top guys,” Unified Newspaper Group the person bringing in the items to cousin, identified only by initials approached Green after hearing inmate Christopher J. Lohry, 31, in the complaint, to retrieve the from others at Oakhill that Green the witness said of Lohry in the A sergeant correctional officer who has been charged with pos- items for the inmate. Oakhill’s had done this before. Lohry said complaint. at Oakhill Correctional Institution sessing an illegal article after an investigation found that during Green also met with his girl- While waiting in the medical in Fitchburg has been charged internal investigation by Oakhill recorded phone calls, Lohry and friend, only identified with ini- line,the inmate said he had wit- with two felonies for allegedly Correctional Institution, the com- his cousin had referred to Green tials, who gave him THC gummy nessed seeing a phone get passed bringing in marijuana, chewing plaint states. The internal inves- as “Buddy,” and had talked bears to bring to Lohry. between Green and Lohry, and tobacco and a cell phone to an tigation was launched after mari- about when the cousin would be Lohry described Green to inves- that Lohry had made a fake tablet inmate. juana, chewing tobacco and a cell able to meet up with “Buddy” to tigators as “not smart,” and told set-up and used a steroid cream According to a complaint filed phone was seized from Lohry by exchange the items. a Dane County Sheriff detective in Dane County Court on Thurs- Oakhill staff on March 31. The cousin told police he gave that he didn’t know that bring- box to conceal the cell phone. day, Aug. 13, Sgt. Adam Green, A warrant had been placed for Green a cell phone and a total ing in items was against the law, Email reporter Kimberly Wethal 43, Madison, has been charged Lohry’s arrest, as he was released of 7-8 tins of chewing tobacco according to the complaint. at [email protected] with two felony counts, one from Oakhill after the interview and 7 grams of marijuana during “I didn’t bring it in, I just told and follow her on Twitter @kim- for conspiracy to deliver illegal with detectives and when the two meetings at the Lake Mills him where to get it,” Lohry told berly_wethal.​ Protesters ask council for support in Police arrest two after rejecting county school requirements stolen vehicle pursuit Fitchburg parent return to the classroom Toyota and left the area. last week. Harvey, 17, and As the thieves fled, the files petition with County executive Joe Richardson, 18, homeowner fired a shot in Parisi said in a news the air with a handgun and state Supreme Court release from Wednesday, taken to Dane the suspects returned fire, Aug. 26, that the order the release states. KIMBERLY WETHAL from Heinrich is lawful County Jail The FPD release states Unified Newspaper Group and the county will defend an hour and a half after it vigorously. EMILIE HEIDEMANN Harvey and Richardson Lisa Pudlo’s son was “We all want schools Unified Newspaper Group stole the vehicle, a Fitch- three days into his in-per- and workplaces to be fully burg sergeant spotted them son education at Our open and life the way we City of Fitchburg police at a gas pump of a Kwik Redeemer Lutheran School knew it to resume,” Parisi have arrested two teen- Trip, 6133 McKee Road. when they got the call last said in the release. “Until agers in connection with Shortly after the officer Friday night: Their son, that happens, we don’t a stolen vehicle pursuit spotted the teenagers, the who is in grades 3-12, want families to go through that occurred in the early Toyota pulled out onto would be required to the harrowing weeks of morning hours of Wednes- McKee Road. Fitchburg learn from home starting having loved ones on ven- day, Aug. 19. officers attempted a traf- that following Monday, tilators. We have seen rates Officers arrested Kai- fic stop but were unsuc- Aug. 31, based on county Photo by Kimberly Wethal of infection come down wan Harvey, 17, Marshall, cessful, according to the requirements. At left, Fitchburg resident Nicholas DiMiceli holds a sign here, not by accident, and Ka ‘Toine Richardson, release. The pursuit went Pudlo and other Fitch- during a protest outside the Fitchburg City Hall on Tuesday, but because of decisive 18, Fitchburg, on Thurs- through a residential burg residents told their Aug. 25. The protest was against the county’s school actions.” day, Aug. 20, after see- neighborhood, eventually stories to the City of Fitch- reopening requirements that state students in grades 3-12 Resident and parent Bri- ing them exit the stolen leading onto Verona Road, burg Common Council must start the year virtually. an Bircher told the Star vehicle at an apartment but officers lost sight of before speaking at the complex on Post Road, a the Toyota as it left the at its Tuesday, Aug. 25, be able to make decisions Minnesota Department of meeting, during the public meeting that he feels that police department news city’s boundaries. on our own, as families.” Public Health. the case counts are low release states. Later that morning, comment period, after they The county’s order, But if the number of cas- and a group of half a dozen enough for students to On the morning of Fitchburg officers were released on Friday, Aug. es averages more than 54 safely return to school. He Aug. 19, Fitchburg police able to use video surveil- others demonstrated out- 21, prohibits any school, in a two-week period in pointed to what New York overheard the Dane lance to identify the two side the building prior. including private ones, Dane County, grades K-2 state is doing, which at one County Sheriff’s Office suspects from the sto- “We had started school from starting the year might be required to switch point during the COVID-19 respond to a burglary len Toyota, the release on Wednesday already,” in-person for grades 3-12, to virtual learning only as pandemic was considered incident in the Village of states, before spotting the Pudlo said. “It’s extreme- and it requires schools to well, the release states. the epicenter for the United Cross Plains, according vehicle in the early after- ly disruptive – everyone provide a virtual option To bring back additional States, where a safety plan to the release. noon hours of Aug. 20. At works in our family, a lot for grades K-2. The order grades, the number of new and having the infection A Dane County news around 1:20 p.m., the two – personally, I start my also provides metrics that daily cases would need to rate stay below 5% over a release states at approxi- suspects were seen enter- busy schedule – Labor Day will determine when other decrease and remain steady two-week period was what mately 2:14 a.m. Wednes- ing an apartment on the through Christmas, I work grades can be brought back for a four-week period. For was required to reopen day, Aug. 19, deputies 2600 block of Post Road, 60-70 hours a week.” to school in-person. grades 3-5, new daily cas- schools. responded to a residence according to the release, “My son has focus “Moving students in es would need to sustain a “We have done what on Lewis Street in the vil- where Harvey and Rich- grades 3-12 to virtual 14-day average of 39 cas- issues, so a classroom is we needed to do in Dane lage, after the homeowner ardson were arrested and learning is not a step we es a day for four weeks in County to hit the num- awoke to find unidentified taken to the Dane County where he’s going to get the take lightly, as schools pro- a row, and for grades 6-12, best attention,” Pudlo add- bers, and make it low individuals in the garage. Jail. vide critical services, and the average of permissible The thieves, later identi- ed. enough to make it safe to Police referred charges in-person instruction offers cases drops to 19. fied as Harvey and Rich- of receiving stolen prop- Resident and parent reopen – we’ve seen that unparalleled opportunities James’ petition to the happen since the mask ardson, opened the garage erty, operating a vehicle Nicholas DiMiceli, whose and structure for students state Supreme Court mandate went into effect,” door with an opener, and without the owner’s con- significant other Sarah and parents,” Janel Hein- claims that Heinrich act- he said. “I think there’s found an unlocked Toyo- sent and eluding offi- James has filed a petition rich, director of PHMDC, ed outside of the limits of ways everyone can work ta Highlander, which has cers for Harvey, and for with the state Supreme said in a news release. her authority by issuing together to keep things since been located and allegedly operating a vehi- Court against Public “Given our current case an order that infringes on safe and still have a very returned. cle without the owner’s Health Madison and Dane count, we believe moving the fundamental rights to important experience for The homeowner, accord- consent as a passenger, County over the order, said students in grades 3-12 to an education and worship kids.” ing to the county release, possession of THC and they weren’t protesting the virtual learning is neces- under the state’s consti- Email reporter Kimber- confronted the teenagers, bail jumping for Richard- city. Instead, they hoped sary for the safety of our tution. The petition also ly Wethal at kimberly. who fled on foot to the son. alders could show some community.” claims that there was no [email protected] and support in asking the coun- Students in grades K-2 known “emergency” that follow her on Twitter @ ty to reconsider its decision will be allowed to attend caused students to be sent kimberly_wethal.​ to require grades 3-12 to based on lower transmis- home after being able to sion rates than older chil- Tina’s Home start the year with virtual dren, the release states. learning only. 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50% Off $10 Off 9" of all of any Mums, remaining purchase Trees & $100 or 3 for File by Kimberly Wethal The Capital City State Trail near Glacier Valley Road. Starting Sept. 8, a portion of the Capital City State Trail between Fish Hatchery Road and Seminole Highway will be closed for Shrubs greater $24 repaving until November 2020. Portion of Cap City Trail to close until November We accept cash, checks, and 1839 Hwy MM all major credit cards! KIMBERLY WETHAL recommended by the Amer- taking place this year, will Fitchburg, WI 53575 Hubert Trailer Unified Newspaper Group ican Disabilities Act. comprise improvements Sales Trail users will be to the trail from Seminole (608) 819-6693 A one-mile portion of the required to use alternative Highway to the bike round- Hours: M-F 8-6, Sat. & Sun. 8-5 Capital City Trail between routes throughout the dura- about, and it will include

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Bozeman joins UNG Police seek suspect in armed robbery Bryann Bozeman has time as pos- Fitchburg police are searching for The clerk told officers the suspect around 5’10” with a slender build, joined Unified Newspaper sible with her a suspect who robbed a gas station entered the store, pointed a gun at wearing a blue jogging suit, black Group’s staff as a customer two daughters with a gun early Tuesday morning them and fled after being given an mask and white head covering. relationship coordinator. (Daylin, 7, and fled. undisclosed amount of money. The investigation is ongoing, the In that role, which is a and Ellie, 5) No one was injured at the scene, The Madison Police Department release states. Anyone with infor- new position at UNG, Boz- and their two according to a department news K9 unit and Town of Madison mation is encouraged to call the eman will provide a critical cats, Ringo release. Police assisted Fitchburg officers, Fitchburg Police Department at link between our advertising and Rosie. Officers responded around the release states. The K9 unit con- 270-4300 or Madison Area Crime account executives and cus- Bozeman When she 4:45 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, to the ducted a track, but could not locate Stoppers at 266-6014. tomers. She’ll be responsible happens to Kelley Williamson Mobil gas sta- the person. Email Unified Newspaper Group for ensuring quality advertis- find a little extra time, she can tion, 2956 Fish Hatchery Road, for According to the release, the sus- reporter Scott De Laruelle at scott. ing, marketing and custom- be found doing something a holdup alarm, the release states. pect is a Black male in his twenties, [email protected]. er service for the advertisers creative, such as making jew- of UNG, which publishes elry, drawing, singing or just the Verona Press, Oregon being outside. Observer, Stoughton Courier She can be reached at bry- Hub, Fitchburg Star and Great [email protected]. Dane. Email Unified Newspaper Join ourteam Bozeman, a Sun Prairie res- Group general manager Jim ident and Poynette native, for- Ferolie at ungeditor@wcinet. merly worked for nearly 20 com. ​ years at Sleep Number, where Have an opinion on this she became a store manager. story? Send us a letter to the She enjoys spending as much editor here. Machine Operators -Fabrication

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Call 845-9559oratconnectfitchburg.com Panelists bring bring Panelists Decision on polling polling on Decision ------who have socioeconom color, aswelladults population ofpeople polling sites,” hesaid. have neighborhood-based portation, toensurethatwe to walkability andtrans given thestructuralbarriers through themiddleofit. the major corridor running polling placesbecauseof for District1tohave two passed, theneedstillexists resolution wasn’t able to be (D-1) saideven thoughthe west sideof Verona Road. A1 Furniturestoreonthe county andthe former 1 andisnow owned bythe polling placeforDistrict Way thatusedtobethe fire stationonKingJames ing includetheformercity back to the Sept. 22 meet be investigated andbrought new locations. to the drawing board with they would needtogoback approved thatnightand tial solutioncouldnotbe as aldersknew any poten sion attheSept.8meeting, four pollingplacestoone.” to consolidate(Fitchburg’s) an agendaitemlastmonth told theStar. “Therewas polling places,” Maldonado are able to maintain our in order to make sure we get alotofpublicsupport alders. sure oncitystaff andother public supporttoaddpres there had to be a lot of order togetthatchange, guaranteed. get to a polling place is not reliable transportation to borhoods, where access to Drive/Dunn’s Marsh neigh the Jamestown and Allied ic limitations,wholive in Email EmilieHeidemannat emilie.heidemann@wcinet. ter at@HeidemannEmilie. com orfollowheron Twit “It’s reallyimportant,just Ald. JoeMaldonado Other optionsthatcould “In Fitchburg, wehadto Maldonado saidthatin There was lessdiscus [email protected] and follow heron Twitter @ Email reporter Kimber ly Wethal atkimberly. kimberly_wethal. ------​ • • • • PAR cil at a July meeting there cil ataJulymeetingthere Ashley Mack told the Coun the eastside. Woodman’s andCostcoon site inSunPrairienearthe 30, Meijeralsoproposeda burg storetothecityonJune 159,000-square footFitch vided the proposal for the day before the company pro in thelastfew months. The proposal in Dane County land Wingra Stoneowns. if passed,would bebuilt on Hy-Vee andan Aldi. Meijer, ment thatincludes Target, Orchard Pointedevelop na Roads,acrossfromthe corner ofMcKee andFitchro be locatedinthenorthwest full approval. stormwater drainagebeforeits the project,like thedesignand cil willreview otherpartsof Plan CommissionandCoun During futuremeetings,the Maldonado (D-1)abstained. 2) voted against, and Ald. Joe Ald. 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FORWARD FITCHBURG BIZ BOOST LOAN PROGRAM HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH FOR FITCHBURG BUSINESSES September 15 – October 15, 2020 This program continues to take appli- The loan guidelines have been slightly mod- On Tuesday, September 8th, Mayor Aaron important role in our city’s economy and cations. Two loans have been issued and ified so please read them carefully as your Richardson read a proclamation recogniz- society. Mayor Richardson encourages all res- funding is still available to help relaunch and business may have not been eligible before but ing Hispanic Heritage Month in Fitchburg. idents of Fitchburg to recognize and applaud reopen your business. Applications are due might now qualify. Fitchburg is fortunate to count among its the many contributions made by our Hispanic/ on or before the 15th of the month at 4:30 Please direct any questions on the program population a dynamic Hispanic/Latino com- Latino community to enhance the quality of p.m. Details of the program can be found at to Michael Zimmerman @ michael.zimmer- munity (17% of its population) that plays an life in our city. https://bit.ly/3fro2yF. [email protected] or Joyce Frey @ joyce. [email protected]

DANE COUNTY VOTER ID COALITION HOTLINE 608-285-2141 You will be instructed to leave your name, • G ive you a ride to your polling location phone number and the municipality in which on Election Day you live. They will return your call within 24 • G ive you a ride to drop off your absentee hours. ballot to our office, prior to Election Day Some of the things they can assist with are: • A ssist with the voter registration process • S erve as a witness for your absentee and makes sure you have your form filled ballot. Someone will come out to your out correctly and have valid proof of LICE OF PPLE IE RIVE Y residence residency S A P D B ! Drive by the Fitchburg Senior Center on Wednesday, September 23rd, from 1:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m. to pick up a delicious slice INTERESTED IN SERVING AS A of apple pie from Fitchburg’s own Rolling Pin OVEMBER OLL ORKER Bakery! Suggested donation is just $1 thanks N P W ? to the support of the Fitchburg Senior Center We are looking for citizens to serve as poll the polls, so we need available citizens to step Friends. workers for the November election. Due to up to assist with running the election. the COVID-19 pandemic many of our veteran If you are interested, please visit https://bit. poll workers have had to decline working at ly/2VuCU8c to learn more and apply. DRIVE-THRU FLU SHOT CLINIC VOTER INFORMATION COMING IN OCTOBER At myvote.wi.gov you can register to vote, Flu season is coming, are you ready? Are check your voter registration status, find you nervous about being exposed to other your polling place, see what’s on your ballot, folks? No worries. The Fitchburg Senior request an absentee ballot and check provi- Center is teaming up with the Fitchburg Fire sional ballot status. Learn about photo ID, Department and Fitchburg Family Pharmacy answer questions & more. If you want to vote to provide a safe drive through experience on absentee for the November election, you can October 21st from 9-11:00 a.m. Fill out your set that up today. Don’t delay! flu shot form (that is protected with Fitchburg Family Pharmacy) prior to the day of, by visit- ing https://bit.ly/3gGGns6

DID YOU KNOW LEAVES THAT COLLECT ON OUR STREETS EVERY FALL CAN HARM OUR WATERS? More than 50% of the annual amount of the amount of phosphorus in urban stormwa- phosphorus in urban stormwater can come ter by 80% compared to no leaf removal. from leaves in the street. Too much phospho- You can help! Join us in keeping streets leaf- rus can lead to toxic algae blooms, low oxy- free before it rains this fall. To encourage oth- gen levels and green murky waters, none of ers to keep leaves out of the street, request a which are good for animals living in the water free yard sign by sending an email to Claudia. or those of us who use it for recreation. [email protected] with the subject, “Leaf- Timely removal of street leaf litter can reduce Free Streets Sign Request.” Thank you for joining this movement to protect our waters!

September 17th – October 15th (virtually) on Thursdays from 1:00pm-3:00pm Aging Mastery Playbook discussions will be so call the Fitchburg Senior Center today at facilitated by students from the UW School of 270-4290. Once registered you will be mailed Medicine and Public Health. There is no cost the starter kit with everything you need to to register for this program. Space is limited, begin your path to aging well!

FALL BRUSH & YARD WASTE COLLECTION DATES • Sept. 21 - 25 • Oct. 12 - 16 • Oct. 26 - 30 (yard waste also collected) • Nov. 9 - 13 • Nov. 23 - 27 (yard waste also collected) Actual collection dates may depend on weather. Brush & yard waste will be picked up between Monday and Saturday, but not nec- essarily on your refuse collection day. To ensure pick up, please have your brush & yard waste at the curb by 6:30 a.m. the Monday of was missed or have questions regarding pick- adno=175742 the collection week. If you feel your brush up, please contact Pellitteri at 608-257-4285. Like us on www.facebook.com/FitchburgWI and Follow us on @FitchburgWI ConnectFitchburg.com Business September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star 15 Hop Haus Brewing opens in Fitchburg Business is first brewing, canning Hop Haus facility in the city Brewing EMILIE HEIDEMANN Company Unified Newspaper Group 2975 Sub-Zero Pkwy. Verona-based Hop Haus 497-1133 Brewing Company has hophausbrewing.com opened a space in Fitch- burg, the second for the company. windows. That brewery will The business offi- allow Hop Haus to put more cially unveiled its new beers on local store shelves 13,000-square foot build- throughout the year, the ing at 2975 Sub-Zero Pkwy. release states. It will help Tuesday, Sept. 1, becom- to increase its production ing Fitchburg’s first brew- of smaller batch beers, “as ing and canning facility, well as favorites like Magic according to a company Dragon Double IPA, Sweet news release. The com- Sunglasses Blonde Ale and pany’s original location, Hiddle Slash IPA.” which opened in 2015, will Hop Haus also has a continue to also operate at rooftop dining area with a 231 N. Main St., Verona. second bar, where visitors In the release, owner and sit with friends and family brewmaster Phil Hoechst members sipping craft bev- said he’s excited to be a part erages. The bar is adorned of the growth in Fitchburg, with old Wisconsin license as commercial buildings plates. like Sub-Zero and Race The brewery, according Day Events surround them to the release, has created Photos by Emilie Heidemann on the western side of Sem- new positions for bartend- Rooftop bartender Courtney Preiss pours a craft brew for a customer. inole Highway, while two ers, restaurant managers, subdivisions in the Stoner kitchen staff and nearly 25 Prairie neighborhood are servers. transforming from corn- But getting the Fitch- fields into home plots burg location up and run- across the street. ning wasn’t easy amid the “We look forward to COVID-19 pandemic, the sharing our unique beers, release states. restaurant and full-service In addition to managing bar to new friends in Fitch- building loans, construc- burg and the surrounding tion, new staff and systems, area,” he said in the release. Hop Haus had to adapt to The new Hop Haus space Public Health Madison and features a modern and Dane County’s COVID-19 industrial aesthetic, with rules. Under PHMDC’s wood and metal fixtures restrictions on restaurants, and a high ceiling. Servers bars cannot operate their The rooftop bar is adorned with old Wisconsin license plates Hop Haus Brewing Company is located at 2975 Sub-Zero wearing masks take orders interior spaces – but it is from years past. Pkwy in Fitchburg. to customers, who mostly allowed to have outdoor sit outside. seating and offer carryout completely shut down, day-to-day, but we are fol- are safe while we work Email Emilie Heidemann at If you were to sit at options. was “incredibly difficult” lowing all (health) guide- through the coronavirus emilie.heidemann@wcinet. the indoor bar, you could And keeping the Vero- Hoechst said. lines to make sure our pandemic,” Hoechst said in com or follow her on Twit- see the brewery through na location viable, while “We are taking things employees and customers the release. ter at @HeidemannEmilie. Promega develops SARS-CoV-2 antibody test EMILIE HEIDEMANN simply detect the presence of Unified Newspaper Group antibodies, other labs could use it for epidemiological Promega Since April, Promega has purposes, including how fast 2800 Woods Hollow been conducting a voluntary SARS-CoV-2 spreads, its Road #5399 study of Madison area res- fatality rate and the develop- idents who had COVID-19 ment of a future vaccine. 274-4330 and recovered – 65 people But Promega’s work is still promega.com and counting – to develop a far from finished, Meisen- test detecting SARS-CoV-2 heimer said. antibodies. While the study is still three weeks after recovering Now, the biotech company underway to see how long from the disease, and the oth- has successfully developed antibodies remain in partici- er was the amount of antibod- a serological antibody test, pants’ bloodstreams, he said, ies that are created. “Another thing we noticed using it to gather insights it has already led Promega is people would build anti- about how our bodies may scientists to some significant findings. He said there is no bodies correlating with how protect themselves from strong their symptoms were,” time frame for when that SARS-CoV-2, the virus he said. “People who (had a responsible for COVID-19, portion of the study is to con- severe COVID-19 case) … Poncho Meisenheimer, clude. they had a huge amount of Promega’s senior director First, to qualify for the antibodies. of research and technology study, Meisenheimer said a “It’s difficult to say why,” Photo submitted development, told the Star person must have had a pre- Since April, Promega has been conducting a voluntary study of Madison area residents Meisenheimer added. who had COVID-19 and recovered – 65 people and counting – to develop a test detecting Aug. 11. vious COVID-19 positive test Of all the participants tested Promega applied to the and have recovered from the SARS-CoV-2 antibodies. Now, the biotech company has successfully developed a serological for antibodies, he said around antibody test, using it to gather insights about how our bodies may protect themselves from Food and Drug Administra- illness. Participants need to 90% of them developed them. tion for an emergency use provide written proof or sign SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, Poncho Meisenheimer, Promega’s senior The assay itself, accord- director of research and technology development, told the Star Aug. 11. authorization for the test, a release of their positive test ing to an Aug. 11 Promega called the Promega Lumit Dx results from their healthcare news release, has a sensitiv- its commonly known spike generates light, they have protocols. SARS-CoV-2 Immunoassay, provider prior to being includ- ity of 93.5% when used on proteins. When our bodies antibodies. Meisenheimer thanked the on Tuesday, Aug. 11, Meis- ed in the study. Volunteers COVID-19 patients 20 or attempt to fight the virus off, He said the overall ben- volunteers for their participa- enheimer said. Meanwhile, must also be at least 18 years more days post-symptom it creates its own antibody efits of a serological assay, tion in that regard. the test is already available old. onset. It has 100% sensitivi- proteins to bind to the virus besides helping scientists “Because of the communi- for use by clinical and public Meisenheimer pointed to ty in patients who have been and kill it. know more about infectivi- ty, the assay turned out to be health laboratories, which is two “fundamental findings” hospitalized. Promega’s test generates ty and the immune response, much better,” he said. allowed by the FDA under a of the qualitative study with To understand how the a bioluminescent signal by allows people to get back to Email Emilie Heidemann at policy it adopted in March. the above parameters in mind process works, Meisen- binding to antibody pro- work and resume their lives, emilie.heidemann@wcinet. Meisenheimer said while — one was that people devel- heimer said to first picture teins, Meisenheimer said. So while still following social com or follow her on Twitter Promega used its product to op antibodies within two to the SARS-CoV-2 virus with if someone’s blood sample distancing and mask wearing at @HeidemannEmilie. 16 Fitchburg Star - September 11, 2020

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Twin sisters Lauren and Court- ney Shorter have followed differ- ent paths in college after leading the Verona girls’ golf team to the WIAA Division 1 state tournament in 2017. Lauren has had more surgeries on her knee (three) than matches played at the University of Wiscon- sin-Green Bay (0), while Courtney has been a fixture as and one of the top five golfers since her fresh- man year at St. Thomas University. She has also provided a shoulder to cry on, support and motivation for Lauren, who has had 2 ½ years wiped out because of recurring knee pain. The Shorter twin sisters, 2018 Verona Area High School gradu- ates of Fitchburg, have also dealt with trying to improve their golf games amid the COVID-19 pan- demic. Photos submitted Lauren Shorter underwent her St. Thomas University junior Courtney Shorter, a 2018 Verona Area High School graduate, tees off in a tournament last year. third surgery on her mensius about two weeks ago — a meniscus in the golf cart, watches me and golf play in fall 2020 would be transplant surgery at Rush Medi- gives me tips and pointers.” postponed until spring 2021. cal Center in Chicago conducted The Shorter sisters text, Face- “The fall season being canceled by Dr. Brian Cole, the team phy- time and talk often about the chal- really was heartbreaking for us,” sician for the Chicago Bulls and lenges of golf and life. Courtney said. “We had about Managing Partner at Midwest “She has been a huge support four or five days of practice in and Orthopaedics at Rush Hospital. system for me,” Lauren said. “If it was just like a punch to the gut She had waited three months for it’s a bad day for me pain-wise, after hearing it because of all the the transplant, which replaced her she knows what to say to lift me hard work we put in.” own “shredded” meniscus. up or give me motivation going Before the league ruling, St. “I have been dealing with this forward.” Thomas Women’s Golf was set pain for a long time,” she said. “I Another outlet Lauren has in her to play five tournaments over five did some research on the Internet recovery from injury is her hobby consecutive weekends, capped by and I knew going to him would be for painting. the three-day, 54-hole conference my best bet.” “It helps me get my mind off competition Oct. 3-5. During the surgery, Cole school and my knee and get in Courtney played in the Wiscon- replaced Lauren’s damaged my own little world to paint,” she sin State Women’s Open, Wiscon- meniscus with one from a cadaver said. sin Women’s State Amateur and donor. She has to wear a brace on Courtney, St. Thomas on rise the Balance and Believe Invita- her knee while she develops more Courtney Shorter has been a tional over the summer. She also flexibility — her first mission — star for the St. Thomas Universi- spent time working on her chip- working on bending her knee and ty women’s golf team since she ping and putting before working stretching her quad to strengthen stepped on the St. Paul, Minnesota at Blackhawk Country Club in them. She’ll also have to be on campus. Madison each week. crutches for around three months She is entering her junior year “I was excited to get back into and will undergo a stringent phys- looking to improve on the 83 the tournament season,” she ical therapy session two hours average on 18-holes she shot last said of last spring’s golf season per day, with hopes of swinging a fall. Courtney finished 25th at the being canceled because of the club by March. MIAC Championship last year COVID-19 crisis. “It (Blackhawk “It’s teaching yourself how with a three-day tidal of 251 at Country Club) gave me the envi- to do everything again,” Lauren the Pebble Creek Golf Course in ronment to go hit balls and work said. “It will be getting the muscle Becker, Minnesota. Three of the on my game. I really concentrated memory back and learning how to five players for the Tommies had on my putting and focused to do swing. Hopefully, I don’t have to their best score in the final round my best.” change my swing with my knee.” and St. Thomas finished fourth in To help with any anxiety of last In the meantime, the University the conference tournament. spring’s golf season being can- of Wisconsin-Green Bay biology The Tommies had one of the celed, Courtney leaned on her major has found a silver lining in youngest teams in Division III, hobby — fashion — to fill the rehabbing the injury. with four freshmen, two sopho- void. She developed a fashion “I think having to sit out for 2 ½ mores and two juniors on the ros- blog and shared various clothing years has given me an entire dif- ter last year. Despite its youth, St. she had made. ferent perspective about golf,” she Thomas jumped from 61st to 27th “It really kept me motivated to said. “I have read more books to in the final Division III national have my deadlines and marks to improve my mental game and to Golfstat computer ranking. do,” she said. get through the injury.” Courtney said college golf is This is the final season St. And a big part of her support similar to competing on the golf Thomas is playing in the Division group is her sister. team at Verona except the courses III MIAC. Next year, St. Thomas Courtney, who worked at the are a lot longer. is moving to the Division I Sum- Blackhawk Country Club in Mad- “There is a little bit more pres- mit League. ison over the summer, would take sure because everyone there is very “I’m not sure what golfing in Lauren with her when she played. good,” she said. a Division I tournament will be Lauren Shorter, a 2018 Verona Area High School graduate, has yet to “I want to keep her motiva- Fall golf season pushed back to like,” Courtney said. “I know the play in a golf match or tournament for the University of Wisconsin- tion up to be back on the course spring 2021 courses are much longer, but I’m Green Bay. She has had three surgeries on her knee, the most recent after she heals and gets her swing MIAC Presidents’ Council excited to have the experience my a meniscus transplant surgery at Rush Medical Center in Chicago, back,” Courtney said. “She sits announced Aug. 31 that conference senior year.” Illinois. 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Golf Lemon battling cancer, course West grad played in Lemon shot a 2-over-par 72 in the final round and tied Madison’s “Hopefully, in the future Wis. State Open despite Brandon Cloele for 43rd with a four- I can show my son Max day score of 13-over-par 293. pancreatic cancer “Health-wise it makes you see what competition is all that there are things more important about.” MARK NESBITT than golf scores,” Lemon said. “Golf Sports editor and how I stand has changed. I’m Golfer Jim Lemon just happy to be out here playing.” Former Wisconsin Badger golfer Lemon bogeyed four of the first Jim Lemon lives for the moment on seven holes in the final round on being a role model. the course. Wednesday after making the cut for “Hopefully, in the future I can A retired professional golfer who the top 60 golfers with a 3-over-par show my son Max what competition played on the European, Canadian 73 on Tuesday, Aug. 18. He got hot is all about,” he said. and Asia Tours, the Verona resident later in the final round, with birdies On the first day of the tournament, is astute at having tunnel vision and on the 494-yard No. 5, the 372-yard Monday, Aug. 17, Lemon birdied blocking out obstacles. But there No. 9 and the 353-yard No. 16. the 372-yard No. 9, the 178-yard was one pain last year he couldn’t Lemon, who retired from profes- No. 13 and the 353-yard No. 16. block out. sional golf in 2011 after 10 years Lemon also racked up seven pars In August 2019, after experienc- on the circuit, had planned to play in the opening round. He had to set- ing persistent back pain, he was in a couple tournaments this year tle for a double bogey on the par-3, diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic but chose the Wisconsin State Open Submitted photo 190-yard No. 17. cancer. Still, despite chemotherapy, partly because he has a lifetime Jim Lemon Jim Lemon, Verona, a former Wisconsin Badger golfer, is Lemon said his yardage using numbness in his hands and feet, he exemption to compete in the tourna- battling pancreatic cancer, but is competing in the 100th annual Morgan different clubs has changed since has kept golfing. ment as a former champion. He also Stanley Wisconsin State Open this week at the Blue Mound Country Club battling cancer. He had a tee shot Last week, he participated in had many friends that were play- in Wauwatosa. on the fairway, but a chip shot using the 100th annual Wisconsin State a 5-iron rolled into a bunker. His ing in the three-day tournament he The 2001 University of Wiscon- neuropathy. Open, which had its final round on wanted to see. approach chip shot rolled on the Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Blue “As a past champion, I want to sin-Madison graduate has found it “My hands and feet are numb and green and then rolled off. Mound Golf and Country Club in continue to support the Wisconsin challenging to stay competitive with feel like pins and needles,” he said. “I wish I could hit a 6-iron really Wauwatosa. State Open and golf in the state,” he his every-other-week chemo treat- But with an 18 month old son, hard,” he said. “It’s really hard to hit The 2013 champion of the event, said. ments, which sometimes result in Max, he said he wants to continue a long shorter club.”

Women’s college basketball Prep sports Sarah Lazar commits to Edgewood prepared Saint Louis University to play most fall sports Football, girls cross country teams started Eight schools who pushed practice Monday, Aug. 24, the fall season back to the Edgewood senior is soccer, girls one week after the WIAA’s spring. a returning Badger official first day of practices “With the restrictions of volleyball teams will began. how many can be inside the South, WBCA All- play all road games The Edgewood foot- pool at a time, it would be State selection ball, boys soccer and girls difficult for practice and MARK NESBITT volleyball teams started meet logistics,” he said. practice Sept. 7, but will Zwettler said other fac- Sports editor MARK NESBITT play all games on the road tors administrators fac- Sports editor Madison Edgewood because of Dane County’s tored into the decision were High School will play restrictions on gatherings overlapping of the alternate Madison Edgewood to prevent the spread of fall season into the spring, senior Sarah Lazar will most fall sports on the tra- ditional schedule amid the COVID-19. how extended high school continue her basketball “One of the big concerns seasons would affect later career at the next level in COVID-19 pandemic. It’s all contingent on For- from kids and parents is, ‘if participation in club sports, college. there is no state tournament, and the weather in Septem- ward Dane’s COVID-19 Lazar announced on we don’t care,’” Zwettler ber and October compared protocols. Edgewood athlet- Twitter on Saturday, Aug. said. “I don’t like that atti- to an alternate season held 15, that she was commit- ic and high school adminis- tude. You play the game for later in March and April. ting to Saint Louis Univer- trators met on a Zoom call the love of the sport, com- “We wanted to get some- sity to play women’s bas- Friday, Aug. 21, and sub- petition and your team. Not thing accomplished and ketball. sequently announced the to go out and win your sixth completed whatever we The 6-3 Lazar aver- school will play football, straight championship.” could in the fall,” he said. aged 11.7 points and 6.4 girls volleyball, boys soc- There is no assurance that This summer, Edgewood rebounds per game last cer, girls tennis and girls there will be a state or post- conducted contact days and season in leading the Cru- golf this fall. Edgewood is season culminating event, workouts. Zwettler, also the saders to a 16-9 record switching the girls swim- however. That will be based school’s boys basketball and a third-place finish in ming and diving season and on the county’s COVID-19 coach, said the high school the Badger South with a the boys volleyball season to metrics, such as percentage had 75 to 80% attendance 10-4 mark. She was the alternative spring seasons. of positivity cases, hospital for boys and girls basket- team leader in field goal The Edgewood girls visits, expanded testing and ball in those training ses- percentage (53.1%) and golf and tennis teams have continued advancements sions. He said football, girls blocks (30). already started the fall sea- in contact tracing. WIAA soccer and cross country Edgewood advanced to son. The Crusader boys officials said they would had maximum participation a WIAA regional cham- soccer and girls volleyball announce plans for a state during socially distanced pionship and lost to Plat- teams open the season at tournament or culminat- small group training ses- teville 47-38 on Feb. 29. Baraboo on Tuesday, Sept. ing event for fall sports 30 sions. Lazar, who has the ability Photo by Mark Nesbitt 15. days before the postseason Upcoming football prac- to shoot from the outside Madison Edgewood senior Sarah Lazar announced on The Edghewood football begins. tices are planned to be split as a post player, scored a Twitter on Saturday, Aug. 15, that she was committing to team kicks off the season at Zwettler said the boys into small socially-dis- game-high 14 points in the Saint Louis University to play women’s basketball. Watertown at 7 p.m. Friday, volleyball team has no tanced groups, as well, with loss to the Hillmen. Sept. 25. other schools to play now equipment sanitized after Lazar was a first-team “We took a long look at because most of their each use and no contact Badger South All-Confer- basketball team, is the wrote. “I want to thank the mental wellness and matches are against schools allowed, Zwettler said. ence selection and a first- Saint Louis University my family, friends and lack of physical activity (of in the Big Eight Confer- He said he doesn’t know team selection to the Wis- women’s basketball coach. teammates, and all of my students) because our num- ence, which canceled fall of any student-atheltes get- consin Basketball Coaches Lazar tweeted that she coaches who have encour- bers are more manageable sports conference competi- ting sick from a summer Association Division 3 was “blessed” to play for aged me through the years, than the size of some other tion and is looking to move workout or contact day All-State team. Stone. especially Lora Staveness, schools,” Edgewood Athlet- the season to the spring. He through the high school, Lisa Stone, a former “I’m extremely excited Bob Johnson, and Reggie ic Director Chris Zwettler said the divers on the girls and hopes that continues. Oregon High School and to announce that I will be Williams, along with my said. “We felt like we could swim team would not have “We will keep our fingers University of Iowa stand- furthering my athletic and trainers Gary Close, Kjer- make it happen.” anyone to compete against, crossed, say our prayers out and former coach for academic career at Saint sten Bakke, and Michael The Crusaders’ girls golf, because most of their com- and do our due diligence,” the Wisconsin women’s Louis University!” she Boos.” girls tennis, boys and girls petitions are against Big he said. ConnectFitchburg.com September 11, 2020 Fitchburg Star 3 Gymfinity Ninja Warriors aim to conquer Classes are open each month for children ages 4 to 12 MARK NESBITT Sports editor

With a red mask around his mouth and nose, Bryant Don- ny swings through the fitness rig and races up the 12-foot warped wall with one goal in mind — conquer the course. It’s just a snapshot of the 1 hour, 45 minute Gymfinity Ninja Warrior class Donny participates in every Tuesday, Sept. 1, at the Madison gym- nastics center. Donny, a Verona sixth-grader competes in four other sports besides the Gym- finity Ninja Warrior team — diving in swimming, freestyle snow skiing, baseball and Motorcross. “I just like being there and seeing how well I do against a ton of other people,” he said. “It’s fun to go to new gyms and try a ton of other stuff they don’t have here.” The Ninja Warrior courses focus on building strength, balance, agility, grip and parkour training, a discipline using movement developed from military obstacle course Photos by Mark Nesbitt training. Bryant Donny, a Verona sixth-grader, swings through the In February, Donny fin- fitness rig at the Gymfinity Ninja Warrior course on Tuesday, ished third place at the Leg- Sept. 1, at Gymfinity in Madison. Donny is one of the endary Fitness Ninja Warrior members of the Ninja Warrior team. competition that included 15 courses are open for chil- races for 1. He also has sev- participants in his age group. dren ages 4-12. Participants eral friends who own Ninja Bryn Richardson tries to maneuver across the balance beam at Gymfinity. “I’m surprised I finished can sign up on the Gymfini- Warrior gyms where he grew that high with that many nin- ty website a month at a time. up in Milwaukee. can see an improvement in children are taught the prop- and getting them better at jas there,” he said. “I was just There are nine levels ranging Vis said the biggest joy is their strength, speed and agili- er way to complete pull-ups, what they are already good amazed.” from the beginning mini level seeing the progress children ty by taking the course. squats and push-ups. at,” he said. Donny said his favorite to the final silver level, with make in the course. “Whenever they play base- To join the Gymfinity Nin- Vis said he’s keeping his training sessions are on the children placed in groups of “If they can make it half- ball, have swimming or what- ja Warrior team, Vis said eyes open for more Ninja fitness rig, where he has to eight or less for the courses. way down the monkey bars ever sport they do this will children have to master tests Warrior competitions to enter. swing through monkey bars Jake Vis of McFarland has and two weeks later they can carry over to that, too,” he at each level. Once children “We have toyed with the and climb across without been a Gymfinity Ninja War- go down and back, that’s said. “In daily life, it keeps make the Ninja Warrior team, idea of even setting a whole touching the mats below his rior instructor for one year, huge,” he said. “To me, it’s a them more positive.” Vis said the focus is on hon- (fitness) rig here and giving dangling feet and the trampo- and has been competing in big deal to see progress.” Before getting the chance ing their skills. them their own competition line. obstacle and Ninja course Vis said multi-sport athletes to try their hand at Ninja War- “We focus on getting them here,” he said. Gymfinity Ninja Warrior rior courses at Gymfinity, ready for new competitions

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Individualized Education Program can now from PHMDC ers needed quite a bit.” county to follow along with is Students will fill the bus on receive in-person schooling after Public Health PHMDC released its require- the action plan for confirmed alternating sides, starting at the Madison and Dane County on Sept. 1 amended KIMBERLY WETHAL ments for reopening schools or suspected COVID-19 cas- back and moving toward the its Emergency Order 9 issued last month. Unified Newspaper Group for the 2020-21 school year on es in district buildings and, front closer to the end of the New principals at three schools Friday, Aug. 21, ordering all subsequently, when schools route, to ensure social distanc- Three district schools have new principals Safe classrooms are the dis- students in grades 3-12 to be should close. Current PHMDC ing. for the 2020-21 school year. At Stoner Prairie, trict’s top priority in the Verona educated virtually. guidance lists school closures Bus windows will be Julie Musgrove will succeed Tammy Thomp- Area School District’s fall 2020 The district has some safe- – whether it be a classroom, a required to be open at least one son-Kapp, who resigned to take an admin- reopening plan. ty measures in place based on building or the whole district – inch at all times to promote istrative role in Baraboo. Jessica Beem, at Yet, when the plan was what worked during the two as on a case-by-case basis. air circulation, since the buses Country View, and Paris Echoles, at Savanna released 12 days before the one-week summer school ses- Gorrell advised that he’d be have no other ventilation sys- Oaks, are succeeding two retiring administra- start of the school year, most sions held in late July and ear- following up with the agency tem. tors, Michelle Nummerdor and Sandy Eskrich, of its sections were still blank. ly August. However, the social Tuesday, Sept. 1, to get a more Whether students are phys- respectively. Those sections will likely be distancing, hygiene practices concrete answer. ically present in the schools or filled in this week, after the dis- and mask requirements it had “That’s a very squishy attending from home, atten- Black staff hoping for increased district trict’s legal counsel Lori Lubin- during summer school were not approach, in my opinion,” he dance will be taken and daily support sky finished reviewing the in the reopening plan that was said. “I don’t know what that schedules will feature rotations During the school board’s, Aug. 17, meeting, plans to ensure they met Pub- sent to parents Aug. 25. means, I don’t know if that has of lessons, screen breaks and VAHS counselor Walter Williams and Badger lic Health Madison and Dane Administrators have said that to do with how well we contact independent work times. Ridge language and literacy equity specialist County’s Order No. 9, super- information is being reviewed trace, because there’s a pretty At the elementary level, stu- Shayla Glass-Thompson spoke about the need intendent Dean Gorrell said at by the district’s legal counsel to heady responsibility on schools dents will be assigned a district for better recruitment and retainment efforts the Monday, Aug. 31, board ensure they match the county’s to assist with contact tracing.” teacher and will begin their for Black staff and supporting Black families. meeting. new requirements. Other piec- Face coverings are expected days with social-emotional Ten applicants for school board spot Those sections within are es of the plan were marked as to be worn in buildings and on learning and rotate throughout Ten people have applied to be the seventh significant – pertaining to unfinished Aug. 25. buses for students and staff, per the day with mini lessons, inde- member of the district Board of Education, COVID-19 testing, an illness Lubinksy said the district is PHMDC’s mask mandate that pendent work and breaks, the which has had a vacant seat since July 20, and fever action plan for stu- in good shape to meet the stan- went into effect in July. reopening plan states. Students when Debbie Biddle announced her resigna- dents, protocols for confirmed dards set by the county. The district’s reopening plan who cannot attend in-person tion prior to moving out of state. Biddle was cases of COVID-19 and when “In my judgment, we are also outlines requirements for will be able to access all of the re-elected to the seat in April after having been students might be able to return extremely well-situated,” she school-funded transportation content when it is convenient, appointed in 2019. to school. said during the board meet- and defines when students will and teachers will be watching Email Unified Newspaper Group reporter Scott “We took a look at our exist- ing. “They do comply with be expected to be online for for lesson progression. De Laruelle at [email protected]. ing policies and literally lined the order to the T, and go even virtual learning.

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The extra space and facilities mum capacity, and as it moves to a said. “Before, we were trying to That starts with the creation of come with some challenges. Those larger space, the other schools will get four different lunch periods a community room aimed at pro- include extra time needed for be able to step up, as well. within the elementary and mid- viding resources to families who Badger Ridge and Core Knowl- Sugar Creek will go from having dle schools.” might not have access to basic edge students to get to classes and 560 students to nearly 700, releas- needs otherwise, including food, unbalanced facilities between the ing some of the strain on the other Added amenities computers and laundry machines. middle schools. schools. Badger Ridge will be able With the new spaces at Sugar Sugar Creek had used its mul- Photo by Kimberly Wethal Prior to COVID-19 taking the to expand past its 518 students Creek and Badger Ridge come tipurpose Step Room for things The hallway of the New Century attention of district staff and the in the new space, while Savanna added options for students and the like early childhood development School and Verona Area school board elsewhere, the dis- Oaks can stay at a similar enroll- community. programs, but with a larger and International School building is trict was working on aligning the ment without having to squeeze. At Badger Ridge, students will more accessible area in what once seen with its lockers removed to experiences and curriculums of And for the first time, the charter get opportunities they normally was Badger Ridge Middle School, make way for cubbies during a Badger Ridge and Savanna Oaks schools will have their own areas wouldn’t receive until they got it will be able to provide space construction tour of the building on Middle School. Badger Ridge will to space out. into high school. for them without having to work Friday, July 10. have access to everything at the Previously, each charter school Now, they’ll have access to around the demands of the school will get their own spaces, or at old high school – a performing arts had to do some sharing with oth- expansive wood and metal labs, day. least room to breathe, and Badger center, a pool, a football field, a er neighborhood schools that were a greenhouse and larger family inching closer and closer to capac- and consumer education and art “One of the things about hav- Ridge will be able to take advan- track and a small school forest – in ity as the district’s population rooms with pottery wheels. ing a larger facility is that we can tage of facilities they previous- its backyard, while Savanna Oaks really be committed to serving the students will not. grew. Not all of VAIS’s classrooms “The opportunities are definite- ly could only use as community were grouped together, and Core ly there,” Buss said. “What we’re needs of our community,” Sug- members. And no longer are Badger ar Creek principal Todd Brunner Ridge’s classrooms configured in Knowledge had to base its sched- going to have to do is balance Five of the district’s K-8 sites said. a pod style, in which each group ule around when Badger Ridge out what opportunities our space That’s one of many ways the – Badger Ridge, Core Knowl- of teachers is gathered in a central wasn’t using shared spaces such as provides, versus making sure that addition of the new Verona Area edge Charter School, Verona Area area. Instead, there will have to the lunch room. we keep an equitable experience High School on the city’s west International School, New Century be a cluster of science classrooms While all of the charter schools between Badger and Savanna side can have an impact on the School and Sugar Creek Elemen- near the main office, and a smat- will still have to share some spac- Oaks, and Core Knowledge.” community. In addition to bring- tary School – are taking up new tering of other subjects gathered in es, they’ll get more autonomy. In the new Sugar Creek, what ing new opportunities and experi- residences in other district build- other areas, based on the layout of Core Knowledge’s elementary was once the career and technol- ences for students in grades 9-12, ings, which allows all nine schools the old high school building. school students will get their own ogy wing of the school has been it’ll change the education of some in the district to accommodate With a bigger building, it’ll take lunch room, housed in what was transformed into classrooms for of the district’s K-8 students and growth, provide extra amenities more time to get around, meaning the former wrestling room, with kindergarteners, with new art add amenities for the community to students and families and give changed schedule times to assist windows and a serving line part and music rooms next door just at large. sites that previously shared spaces students in getting to class on time. of the renovations in the space. around the hall and a makerspace With the moves, charter schools more control over what schedules “It’s unfortunately going to And New Century and VAIS tucked into the library.

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Since, the High School students. district has hired long-time times on younger students – modern elementary school and later end times on older in a fast-growing area of the With the move, all K-12 Brooklyn Elementary lead- students now have access to er Kerri Modjeski as the ones with after school jobs school district would be the – the Oregon School Board biggest thing to look for- a device when classes begin school’s first principal, with Tuesday, Sept. 2. around 45 staff members reached a compromise on ward to in the new school new, coordinated start and year. Previously, the district and – eventually – around has had a 1:1 student-to-de- 360 students. end times for all buildings. Instead, the 2020-21 The changes, approved in school year that starts Tues- vice ratio in grades 3-8, but with the recent necessity of 4. New boundaries March after months of dis- day, Sept. 8 – a week later cussion and listening ses- than previously scheduled, virtual learning, providing With rapid growth expect- Photo submitted them to younger students ed in the northern part of the sions, were spurred by the to provide more prep time – opening of Forest Edge Ele- will be all virtual as a result Forest Edge Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade was a must. The tablets are district and a new elementary teachers finish a day of final preparations last week. From easier to operate than key- school set to open in summer, mentary and the additional of the COVID-19 pandem- transportation coordination ic. That means the schools left are: Kristen Dupuis, Kerrie Zacharski, Dave Kean, Lindsey boards for younger students, the Oregon School Board Lee and Jen Hoppe. said district communications approved new elementary it requires. Most important- will largely be empty as ly, district officials used the teachers and students start director Erika Munding- school attendance boundar- some grades taught in-per- group cohorts online and ies in December 2019Crite- opportunity to synchronize the fall semester in the son or provide in-person will phase to in-person er, and using them in early grades will better prepare ria including transportation the school days of grades same place they ended last support from the start, it cohorts as soon as guidance K-6 and 7-12 students into spring – at home. everyone for future online safety/efficiency and keep- would have been supersed- allows,” she wrote. “We ing students in an attendance separate time frames with- So as district officials ed by a county order. Pub- will continue to offer Ore- learning. “The need to provide zone for the school clos- out drastically affecting the adjust to the rapidly chang- lic Health Madison-Dane gon Online for those who old schedules. ing “new normal,” the access at home changed, in est to where they live. The County Order No. 9, issued prefer a full online option, approved plan included three The change added 10 Observer’s list of things Friday, Aug. 21, allows and the Phased Restart that an online learning for- mat became essential with parameters: students would minutes to the elementary to watch for the 2020-21 in-person pupil instruction approach in accordance school days, which previ- school year is different the pandemic,” she wrote go to the school closest to with social distancing and with public health metrics.” their home, an exemption ously had starting times at from most years. other health precautions for Given the timing of the the Observer in an email then. “We still believe that process would be available to either 8 or 8:05 a.m. ending Our No. 1 story, of K-2 students only. Aug. 21 county COVID-19 times at 2:50 or 2:55 p.m. It course, is the all-virtual hands-on, face to face learn- families, and there would be Small group instruction and stats, K-2 students in the “simplified” busing zones for took 20 minutes from RCI’s restart and the preparations other supports for older grades restart plan could return as ing is best, but when that is not possible, this technology each attendance area. school day, which had been district staff and parents could be available as the school soon as Monday, Sept. 14. 7:50 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. will have to make for the gives us more options.” The new map divides the year progresses depending on Bergstrom said the plan district laterally into thirds, The OMS school day possibility some students COVID-19 metrics. would be to keep those 3. New school has added five minutes return to class in the com- with students in the top portion District superintendent students in “really small An expansive – roughly the northern portion as it moves from its for- ing weeks and that they Leslie Bergstrom addressed groups” for short sessions mer 7:55 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. could all be sent home 130,00-square-foot build- of the City of Fitchburg and some of the impacts of that to get them used to physi- ing with a design and name Town of Dunn – going to the schedule, while the OHS afterward. order in a letter sent to par- cal distancing, hygiene and day has added 15 minutes Related to that story is emphasizing the area’s nat- new Fitchburg K-6 school. ents Friday, Aug. 28. In wearing masks. ural look, the new Forest Students in the “middle” sec- to the former 8:35 a.m. to the now essential expansion particular, she wrote that it “Once we are feeling 3:50 p.m. school day. of technology to create a Edge Elementary School is tion – the southern half of changed the district’s plans confident they can do this a sight to behold — and still Fitchburg and Dunn, down Brooklyn, Forest Edge, 1:1 ratio – one school-is- to offer in-person education well … we will increase Netherwood and Prairie sued device per student. will be whenever everyone to Lincoln Road/Janesville to students in grades K-4 as in-person instruction,” she gets to move in. streets in the Village of Ore- View K-4 elementaries and 1. Virtual start part of it’s “Phased Restart” told the school board at its Featuring an outdoor gon – would attend Prairie Rome Corners Intermediate option, chosen by around Aug. 24 meeting. classroom, planting beds View or Netherwood Knoll (grades 5-6) now have sev- This summer, Oregon two-thirds of families. decided on an all virtual 2. 1:1 Technology ratio and a school forest, the elementaries in the Village of en-hour days for students, “(Now), students in school is believed to be the Oregon, and Rome Corners running from 7:50 a.m. to start, with the potential of grades 3 and 4 who chose With around $1.2 million some small-group instruc- left over in revenues from first “net zero” public school Intermediate. Students living 2:50 p.m. Oregon Middle the Phased Restart option in Wisconsin, producing south of the Lincoln Road/ School (7-8) and Oregon tion for grades K-4, but had will begin their small last year’s budget that ended the district planned to have more energy through solar Janesville Street line would High School (9-12) students power and geothermal tech- attend Brooklyn Elementary have an additional 15 min- nology than it uses. The and RCI. utes in their school days, project was funded by the which run from 8:35 a.m. to $47 million November 2018 3:50 p.m.

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County health order shifts school start plans natural themes with modern design. looked out at the multiple construction Those mainly were adjustments District administrators had to alter plans to begin limited Whenever students and parents finally projects through the school’s spacious to have more durable windows. The in-person schooling late just weeks before the start of school get to visit, they’ll likely be impressed second story windows, Modjeski called design also allows school officials to after Dane County health officials ordered all grades 3-12 to by an elementary school that’s probably it a “great front row seat to the neighbor- remotely lock down various sections start virtually. All district students started virtual school on unlike anything they’ve seen. hood” when school does finally get back of the building in case of emergency to Tuesday, Sept. 8. With a multitude of windows let- in full swing again. help protect students and staff.Varia- ting natural light through the expansive “It will be really neat for kids to see OSD hopes to learn lessons from spring 130,00-square-foot building, the school’s the neighborhood develop,” she said. tions on a theme The various grades (K-6) all have Former superintendent Brian Busler remembers a sign design emphasizes the area’s natural “(Now), a lot of our rooms look pretty of what was to come with the COVID-19 pandemic this look, featuring an outdoor classroom, empty, and it’s just sad because teachers their own color-themed sections, with similar, yet slightly different furniture spring, although he didn’t quite grasp it at the time. Since gardens and planting beds and a school live for (the first day of school), especial- then, district educators have learned important lessons about forest. ly in a new building. But we’ll take kids and surroundings. The desks are destined to be config- how virtual learning needs to be handled for a successful Nature themes are found throughout however we can get’ em.” online start to the school year. the building, with green carpeting that ured in different ways, bringing them looks like grass and plastic chairs that Personalized design together if needed for group projects, like stones — even some wood from Over two summers, the district’s design while chairs are a bit bigger at each trees harvested to make room for the group visited several dozen schools in the level, with a variety of seating options, school was used in countertops. The area, also traveling as far as Milwaukee particularly for older grades. school is also believed to be the first and the Fox Valley. The common areas include a large Back 2 School! “Net Zero” public school in Wisconsin, In 2018, the visits focused on build- cafeteria near the building’s entrance, producing more energy through solar ing design, while last summer, the complete with a small stage. There’s Find more for less while power than it uses. group looked at furniture. also a special education room for small It’s a remarkable building in scope and “We really made tracks,” Modjes- group instruction, a dedicated STEAM helping your community design, but so far, only a few dozen staff ki said. “It’s interesting, because you (Science, Technology, Engineering, members have actually seen the inside could get a sense of what different Art and Math) lab, which will even- because of social distancing restrictions. schools value in how they program for tually house a 3D printer and other Forest Edge principal Kerri Modjes- kids. Every building had a different equipment and a community room for ki, who would normally be busy giving feel, and it was nice to be able to say, ‘I groups such as Scouts to use for meet- tours for new families, has instead spent want to do something like this.’” ings. plenty of time walking around the build- The group’s feedback resulted in Throughout the building are little ing with her Chromebook, giving virtual several features, including areas for nooks with desks and work areas for tours. (eventual) large group teaching and paraprofessionals, which Modjeski “You just keep finding ways to adapt,” some classrooms joined for partner calls “‘touchdown spaces.” she told the Observer last week. “And teaching. Modjeski said many educa- Everywhere there are various ele- the kids will do better than they expect, tors’ ideas were used. ments to help provide character – getting into the routine.” “It’s things like having rows of mainly mature-themed, like raised As strange as it is to open a new school hooks in the hallway where kids leave beds for kids to plant seeds and win- during a global pandemic, Modjeski said the cafeteria and go out, so they can dows placed at “kid level” to see things the thing she still can’t wrap her around hang their coats and go right out- like meters and gauges that show the is seeing how three years of planning has side,” she said. “The location of where building’s energy production and turned into reality “from the blueprints sinks are – having low ones and high- usage. up.” er ones; just that teacher perspective. “It’s letting kids see a bit behind the “To think we were trudging around It was amazing working with (Bray scenes,” Modjeski said. 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