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The AASD is seeking educators who are passionate about student success! If you are a recent college graduate, an experienced educator, or a non-traditional educator, looking to join an innovative district for the 2025-26 school year, you are encouraged to attend! You will be able to meet school leaders, preview openings, and learn about all the benefits AASD offers.
We're celebrating our amazing 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who have been recognized as their classroom's "Reader of the Month."
Donate new winter items to support AASD families in need from December 11, 2024, to February 28, 2025 (school days only) between 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM at the Welcome Center, 2701 N. Oneida Street, Appleton, WI.
Badger students have been having a blast with the Engineering Design Process in STEM! They've been putting their imaginations to work, planning, and creating awesome solutions to real problems.
Students got the chance to pick out two special gifts for their family members at a delightful Holiday Boutique. The gifts were wrapped up beautifully by a team of special elves.
We're thrilled to celebrate our amazing Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade students who were chosen as their classroom's "Reader of the Month" during the first semester!
The Appleton West High School Jazz Band visited Badger School to spread some holiday cheer.
Our awesome 3rd grade students had a fantastic time blending the arts with their “Circle of Life” science unit! They learned how to make amazing tableaus that showcase the life cycles of animals and plants.
Badger 4th grade students visited Bubolz Nature Preserve to study extreme settings and survival.
Badger Elementary School is collecting hats and mittens for our students who need them.
Congratulations to the participants and winners of the Elks Hoop Shoot Competition held at Badger Elementary School! Each contestant has to shoot a total of 25 free throws. The contestant in each age group that makes the most free throws wins the competition.
A huge thank you to all the parents, students, and staff who joined in on the fun for the 2024 Badger Turkey Trot and Canned Food Drive Challenge!
Our wonderful kindergarten teacher, Ms. Mayer, was nominated for the 2024 TDS Wisconsin Most Valuable Educator Award.
Our fabulous 3rd graders just wrapped up Module 1, "The Sea," by putting together Didactic Wall Panels.
Our amazing 5th graders had the chance to showcase their fantastic Food Chain collages!
Our awesome 3rd graders got a chance to dive into the vibrant celebration of Día de los Muertos!
Robert Battle (dancer, choreographer, former Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and Lawrence University’s inaugural Creator in Residence) visited our 1st and 3rd grade students!
Badger students and staff kicked off National Walk to School Day with a fun stroll over to Carter Woods!
A Walking School Bus is available for families living South on S. Bluemound Dr. (South of Carter Woods Park and all the way to Woodridge Gardens apartments)
Did you know that Badger offers therapy right at school during the school day? The Building Connections program brings a therapist to the school on Fridays to meet with kids. They take many insurance plans and it's very affordable (sometimes near free) and convenient.
Gustman Subaru surprised Badger staff with a $5,000 donation and school supplies for students.
As the new school year begins, find our food service updates here. For any questions or further assistance, feel free to reach out to our Food Service team.
The Appleton Area School District is thrilled to unveil fresh, modern district and school sites designed with the community in mind! The user-friendly, and visually appealing design offers a better browsing experience, while the improved, intuitive layout helps users find what they need even faster.
This effort, in collaboration with Project ADAM and Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, prepares the school to respond effectively to Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) incidents by equipping buildings with AEDs and training staff in CPR/AED procedures.