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www.kohlervillager.com MAY 15, 2015 [email protected] | 920-331-4904 Kautzer steps National Blue Ribbon down from bookkeeper leaves School Board Submitted by Kohler School families, effective volunteer or- Board President Marlene Yang her mark ganizations, a supportive commu- School Board Treasurer, Matt nity, a clear focus on setting high Kautzer has announced his resig- standards, a drive for continuous Ruth Moncrief retires after 24 years of service nation from the School Board. improvement, supportive business Kautzer was first appointed to the partners, a dedicated school board, to the Kohler School District – will close the Board in October, 2012 and has a high achieving student body, and served as Treasurer since May, a tireless and competent adminis- books on June 30 for the final time 2013. trative team. Submitted by Quynh D. Trueblood, when I open those lehem Lutheran Church In his resignation to the Board, I’m humbled to have played a Superintendent Kohler School boxes). in Sheboygan, and Mr. Kautzer said “It has been a small part in all of this and, more District My favorite part of maybe enjoying a trip true pleasure to serve along side than anything, proud to be part of Over the years, Ruth diligently the job is keeping to Ireland are on Ruth’s you, and to serve my community the Kohler School District. I look kept the district’s books in impec- record of the cash and horizon. and the school over the last 2+ forward to being involved in other cable shape. She is an exceptional monthly reconciliation Ruth touchingly years. I’m extremely confident in capacities. While many challenges person: hard working, meticulous, of the various bank ac- shared, “When I first the direction the school is headed, lie ahead, even greater accom- humble, hilarious, genuine, and en- counts. Balancing the started, Lori Hucke in- and I have complete confidence in plishments will follow.” dearing. books for one month vited me to a card club the leadership provided by the School Board President, Mar- Ruth’s career began at the She- at a time adds up to a Ruth Moncrief and I got to know a few Board and administration. lene Yang said” Mr. Kautzer has boygan County Court House in the full year fast. I will miss the year teachers and their families and felt I consider myself fortunate to provided the District with sound Auditor's Office. After more than end annual audit days and state re- welcomed to the district. While we live in the Village of Kohler where financial oversight, thoughtful nine years, she was ready for a porting processes. Auditor days don’t play cards anymore, we still we possess the recipe for success leadership, and a strong commit- change and became the book- help pull the books together and get together to reminisce. And, we within our schools. Among many ment to education. The School keeper for the Sheboygan County confirms a full year of work. It’s a celebrated a birthday together in other attributes, we are blessed to Board would like to thank him for Handicapped Children's Education good feeling to know I was a part Vegas. What happens in Vegas have committed teachers and sup- his service.” Board, known also as Lightfoot port staff, engaged parents and of all the reporting processes and stays in Vegas! There were also a School, located in Sheboygan kept things on track for another few shopping trips to Appleton. Falls. After Lightfoot School year. I am proud to be part of a Na- What happens in Wendy Kukla’s closed, Dr. John Egan, who was tional Blue Ribbon School, and van stays in Wendy’s van!!! I Kohler School Board superintendent of Kohler Schools know I was a part of that process would like to thank current and at the time, hired Ruth. Twenty- as well.” past administrators, and also the four years later, Ruth retires after Ruth looks forward to a “sum- various School Board member’s accepting applications 37 years in the field of government mer off” and taking more time to over the past 24 years, for giving accounting. care for her 85 year-old mother and me the opportunity to serve the to fill vacancy Ruth warmly offered, “I will her needs, and playing with great Kohler School District and Kohler The Kohler School Board is ac- interviews during a special open miss being with the teachers and nephews. With mischievous eyes, Community.” cepting applications to fill the va- meeting to be held later in June. staff on a daily basis, but I will also Ruth says she will be having her Ruth Moncrief is an original. We cancy resulting from Matt The interview process will include miss helping them with their mom and her great grandchildren will miss her immeasurably. The Kautzer’s recent resignation. In- a statement of qualifications by needs – be it in the form of a reim- play together! school community will celebrate terested candidates must submit a each candidate and short question bursement check, help with a field Many days will find Ruth mak- Ruth’s retirement with a dinner letter of interest and resume to and answer period. Selection to trip, or offering help with entering ing her own jewelry, knitting gathering, Magic School Bus trip, Paula Anderson, Assistant to the the Board will be determined by a budget request for books or sup- (making hats and mittens for all), End-of-Year celebration, and Superintendent, by 4:00 p.m. on confidential paper ballot vote. plies. However, I will not miss and being part of a handbell choir. School Board recognition. We June 5. Interested candidates may con- opening the supply orders in the Once settled in, painting and home wish her the very happiest of days As governed by district policy, tact Board President Marlene summer or during the school year. fixing, adding a few flowers to a ahead. the Board will conduct candidate Yang with any questions. (No it is not just like Christmas, garden, volunteering more at Beth- 2 MAY 15, 2015 = KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM

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Top left: Badgers basketball players Nigel Hayes, Josh Gasser. Top right: Milwaukee Bucks coach Jason Kidd. Bottom left: Former Packers player Mark Tauscher interviews Badgers coach Bo Ryan and Wisconsin Ath- letic Director Barry Alvarez. Photos by Mary Struck, The Kohler Villager

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Kohler Seniors Audra Hoffmann and Noah CLASSIFIEDS Fink recently honored at 57th Annual Elks Summer Babysitter/Mentor/ Activities Coordinator Want to get your kids outside this summer? I Gridiron Athletic banquet can engage them in fun summer outdoor activ- ities: pool, library, park. Active, responsible 15 The Gridiron Club honors Sheboygan in baseball, four in tennis, three in bas- year old Kohler boy. References available. area athletes for outstanding athletic ketball, and two in soccer. Noah excelled Contact: Quinn at [email protected] achievements, and this year Audra Hoff- in baseball, where he won EWC acco- mann and Noah Fink each received a lades all four years, including First Team $1,000 Elks Sports Scholarship. All-Conference as a pitcher (Jr), catcher Audra Hoffmann played #1 singles for (Soph), and first baseman (Fr). He was Grace UCC to celebrate the Bombers tennis team all four years named All-State Honorable Mention by Sacrament of Holy of high school. She compiled a career the Wisconsin Coaches Association as a singles record of 91-26 and is a four- sophomore, made the All-Area baseball Communion on May 17 time state qualifier, earning a sixth place team for pitching his junior year, as well On May 17 at both the 8:00 and medal in 2013 and a third place medal in as being named team MVP. He was also 10:00 a.m. services Grace UCC will celebrate the Sacrament of 2014. Audra is a four-time All EWC se- chosen to play for the Wisconsin All- Holy Communion. Grace has an lection, two-time Sheboygan Press/She- Stars Baseball Team last fall. open table recalling how Jesus ate boygan County Player of the Year, Noah’s achievements on the basket- with all his disciples. At the table two-time Team MVP, and two-time ball court spanned three years and cul- of the Lord, all who wish to ap- Team Captain. She helped the Bombers minated in being selected second team proach God in Christ are welcome win the EWC Conference Champi- All-Conference his senior year, team to join us in celebrating this gift of onship in 2011, 2013, and 2014. In ad- MVP (Sr), Offensive Player of the Year personal presence with all. To fur- dition to high school tennis she (Sr), and team Captain (Sr). His deco- ther an atmosphere of openness competed in USTA Junior Tournaments rated high school athletic career will Grace UCC uses gluten-free bread. where she was ranked as high as #2 in soon end as he completes his final year May 31: Grace UCC honors the state. Audra will continue her educa- as a member of the Bomber Tennis those who graduate from area tion at the University of St. Thomas Team. Noah qualified for State in dou- high schools A breakfast for all middle and where she plans to major in Math/Inter- bles as a junior and has been named high school youth will preceed the national Business. She will be a member Team Captain for the 2015 season. Noah 10:00 a.m. service to honor those of the UST Women’s Tennis Team under will continue his education at St. Norbert graduating this year. At the 10:00 Coach Terry Peck. College where he will study Sports Mar- a.m. service the congregation will Audra Hoffmann, Doug Bocchini, Noah Fink Noah Fink is a multi-sport standout keting and join the pitching staff of the pass on its words of encouragement Submitted photo athlete, earning 13 varsity letters during Green Knights varsity baseball team as we celebrate the graduation of his decorated high school career – four under Coach Tom Winske. Andrew Groth (Kiel High School), Zia Harriott and Will Hapeman (Sheboygan North), and Katherine Kohler teen to spend school year in Germany Lindow (Kohler High School). Public Invited – Brat Fry Wednesday, June 3, 2015 through youth exchange program Grace UCC invites the public to Nine Wisconsin teenagers, in- man Bundestag and sponsored by by selecting American students to join them for supper on Wednes- cluding Brigita Kant of Kohler, the U.S. Department of State Bu- live with a German host family day, June 3 from 5-7 p.m. Brats, have been named as 2015 recipi- reau of Educational and Cultural and German students to live with hamburgers, salads, desserts, and ents of the Congress-Bundestag Affairs. This prestigious full-tu- an American host family for the beverage available to be eaten at ta- Youth Exchange Program ition scholarship provides se- course of a school year. bles on the church lawn or for carry (CBYX) administered by Youth lected high school students with For additional information out to the KHS scroll night festivi- For Understanding USA (YFU). the opportunity to study abroad about exchange opportunities ties. It will be a wonderful way to ease the rush on this night as you The program, which is in jeop- and explore local culture in Ger- with YFU, including scholar- go and watch the activities of our ardy due to a 50% proposed many for an academic year. ships, hosting an international youth and children. Come join us budget cut by the U.S. Depart- The CBYX Program was estab- student, volunteering, or commu- and have your cake and eat it too. ment of State, is jointly funded by lished in 1983 to help strengthen nity cultural tours, visit YFU- In case of inclement weather, we the U.S. Congress and the Ger- ties between Germany and the US USA.org. will serve in the church basement. Submitted photo BUSINESS CARD CORNER

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Salon at Sports Core to relocate to Shops at Woodlake, become Salon Aura Kohler Co. announced that innovative design and leading- thrive and continue to be a staple pected in August. The Salon at and offering benefits and compen- Salon at Sports Core, one of sev- edge equipment of the new $1-mil- of the community as a resident of Sports Core closing will coincide sation above industry standards. eral premier salons in Sheboygan lion, 5,000-square-foot spacious Shops at Woodlake.” with the opening of Salon Aura, “We are thrilled to partner with County, will relocate to The Shops salon will offer a destination for re- The expanded footprint of Salon with no interruption in client serv- Kohler to expand the Salon serv- at Woodlake and begin operation laxation and rejuvenation and Aura will provide more work ice. Salon Aura will employ all ices in the community,” said Jim as Salon Aura, a prominent group allow the salon to expand its client space for stylists, a broader menu Salon at Sports Core associates Gill, owner of Salon Aura. “The of Aveda salons based in Appleton base. Salon Aura has signed a 10- of services, large retail area, addi- and maintain seniority of stylists. Shops at Woodlake offer us a great and Green Bay. year lease for the space. tional stations, new leading-edge Salon Aura is an upscale salon space to serve more clients and ex- As part of the Salon Aura group, “For more than 25 years the equipment, private rooms for spe- business led by owner Jim Gill, fo- pand the current menu of services. the studio will become a top-tier Salon at Sports Core has served the cialty services and employment cusing on the Total Beauty Expe- We are excited to work with the Lifestyle Aveda Salon in Wiscon- community, but the Salon has long opportunities. Sports Core mem- rience since 1984, with salons in talented Salon associates and look sin and the only one in the county. since outgrown its space. We are bers will continue to receive a 20 Fox Valley and Green Bay. The forward to a long-term partnership The new location affords a beauti- excited to expand services and percent discount on salon services, Kohler salon will be its fifth loca- in Kohler.” ful natural setting on the shores of offer guests an enhanced experi- and the salon’s pricing structure tion. Salon Aura is an established For more information and em- Wood Lake, creating a better envi- ence,” said Michael Belot, general will remain comparable. business with Midwestern roots fo- ployment opportunities please call ronment for associates and existing manager of Destination Kohler. Renovations on the space will cusing on the welfare of its team, 920.593.5948 or visit clientele and ample parking. The “Under Salon Aura, the Salon will begin this Spring, with opening ex- including continuing education SalonAura.com. Sip. Swing. Smoke. Scotch-themed experience at Destination Kohler The Balvenie Distillery partners with the Forbes Five-Star Destination to share exclusive tastings of The Balvenie Fifty with Scotch enthusiasts on May 15-17 Scotch aficionados will con- tions in the United States to re- notes of oak and vanilla with a lovely menu will highlight innovative cuisine to Friday, May 15 from 9-11pm. Guests will gregate for the exclusive op- ceive an allotment of The Balve- mouth coating sweetness at the end. We complement pours of 21Year PortWood, feel as if they have been transported to portunity to savor a dram of nie Fifty Scotch. 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The Balvenie Ambassador Jonathan cently released The Balvenie Fifty Scotch. stays true to the distinctively honeyed course and expansive Lake Michigan on Destination Kohler is one of four loca- character of The Balvenie portfolio with Wingo on Saturday, May 16 at 7pm. The CALENDAR OF EVENTS Special Offers at Kohler Gardener tions been meditating for 30 years and teaching weekend. Online purchasing available at and polished. $60 Through May 16 The Normandy Room at the Immigrant meditation for ten years. In this informa- www.KohleratHome.com or via phone Receive a FREE gift with the purchase of MacKenzie-Childs Gift with Purchase: Re- Restaurant tive and relaxing class, participants will 1-800-344-2838. two Zents products. ceive a Butterfly Garden Enamelware A scotch dinner with no rival. 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