March 2017

Many people want to give back to the community, but may not have a lot of time to volunteer. The American Red Cross reminds eligible individuals that in only about an hour, volunteer blood donors can help save lives and feel instant gratification.
Blood is a perishable product that can only come from generous volunteers. By donating blood, individuals can make a difference in the lives of patients in their community and throughout the nation.

Seventh grader Levi Belknap has qualified for the state level of the National Geographic Bee.  He is only the second student in New Glarus history to move on to this competition.
The Wisconsin Geographic Bee will be Friday, March 31, 2017, at the National Headquarters of American Family Insurance in Madison, Wisconsin.  The top three finishers will receive a cash prize, and the champion will advance to the National Geographic Bee in Washington, D.C.

Surrounded by citizens using the service and community partners, Dane County Executive Joe Parisi spoke with media highlighting free tax preparation help available through the UW-Extension.

On Thursday, March 23rd, Belleville Middle School teachers acknowledged their Students-of-the-Month for March. Students were recognized in a morning assembly in the Middle School Commons.  Each teacher spoke about the student and presented him or her with a certificate, along with a Catty Shack (school store) buck and movie passes donated by Marcus Theaters. Students were also able to put their handprints and signatures up on the on the walls of the Commons. A theme for this month's winners was a sense of humor and work ethic. Congratulations to these Wildcats!