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Maroo Named School Facilities Manager of the Year

Photo of Mike Barry, Greg Maroo, and Beth Sheridan
Greg Maroo, Director of Buildings and Grounds for the Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD) has

Greg Maroo, Director of Buildings and Grounds for the Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD) has been selected as the 2025 Facility Manager of the Year by the Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials (WASBO).  The award was created to recognize the outstanding contributions of the recipient to their local school district and community and to the school facilities management profession.

 

Mike Barry, former Business Services Director for the OASD and current Executive Director of WASBO, surprised Maroo with the award at a recent OASD administrative team meeting and said, “Greg is well respected among the facility directors across the state, and this is a very well-deserved award for him.”  Maroo will receive formal recognition at the WASBO spring conference along with a $1,000 award for the professional development opportunities of his choice.

 

Maroo has served as the Facilities Director of the OASD for nine years but began his career in the OASD in 1994.  Greg is active in a number of professional organizations, including WASBO (Wisconsin Area School Business Officials), serving on the facilities committee, conference planning committee, and frequently presenting for the Facility Certification Program. Maroo has been a member of the Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association (WSSCA) for ten years, serving as an elected board member since 2021, and Board President for 2024-25. He’s also a member and past president of the Milwaukee Metro Buildings and Grounds Association.

 

In celebrating Maroo’s recognition, OASD Superintendent Mike Sereno said, “Greg is very deserving of the Facility Manager of the Year award, but the term manager is insufficient to describe the many ways that he positively impacts our school district.  Greg’s leadership has been instrumental in numerous successful projects, including major renovations, energy efficiency upgrades, and the implementation of innovative technologies.  His expertise in facilities management has significantly improved our district’s operational efficiency and reduced costs.  He is consistently and proactively searching for innovative ideas for managing increasingly tight budgets while ensuring high-quality facilities.”

 

Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations, Beth Sheridan, helped to present the award to Maroo and said, “It’s hard to adequately capture the many ways Greg has contributed to our district and his profession. He expertly manages the facility needs at all of our schools and has successfully led our district through multiple facility referendums.  He leads the district Safety Committee and routinely collaborates with area law enforcement to ensure the safety of our schools.  Greg has implemented many energy efficiency and cost-saving initiatives while prioritizing the maintenance needs at all of our schools and managing our long-term capital improvement plan.  He truly is one of the best Buildings and Grounds Directors out there.”

 

After learning about the recognition, Maroo said, “It’s an honor to be nominated and selected as the 2025 WASBO Facility Manager of the Year. I need to give credit for this recognition to my OASD buildings and grounds colleagues and our OASD staff who go above and beyond to support our students and community.  I’m proud to contribute to a great school district and community.”

 

More About WASBO and the Facilities Manager of the Year Award

Read the WASBO press release or learn more about the School Facility Manager of the Year award on the WASBO website. 

 

WASBO accepts nominations for the School Facilities Manager of the Year, then considers the nominees based on the criteria of:

  • Leadership in the Schools – The nominee has demonstrated efforts to significantly improve facilities and cost effectiveness of operations while improving student learning.
  • Leadership in the Profession – The nominee is an active member in professional associations such as WASBO, Wisconsin Sports Turf Managers Association, Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association, and others, and actively participates in committees and conferences for one or more of these organizations.
  • Professional Development – Evidence of continuing efforts to grow and learn as a professional.
  • Leadership in the School Community – Evidence of meaningful involvement in the school community.

 

Silver Lake Intermediate Teachers Achieve National Board Certification

A group photo of the school board president, superintendent, and the two teachers who earned national board certification
Becki Schmitz, a 7th grade English Language Arts teacher, and Bryan Fonferek, a 6th grade teacher,

Becki Schmitz, a 7th grade English Language Arts teacher, and Bryan Fonferek, a 6th grade teacher, both from Silver Lake Intermediate, earned the teaching profession’s top credential by achieving their National Board Certification. They were recently honored at the Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD) School Board Meeting for earning their certifications from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).

 

The founding mission of the NBPTS is to advance the quality of teaching and learning. Recognized as the “gold standard” in teacher certification, the National Board believes higher standards for teachers mean better learning for students.  Earning the National Board Certification is no easy task. It can take up to three years to complete and includes four components that the educator must show mastery of, including content knowledge, differentiation in instruction, teaching practice and learning environment, and effective and reflective practitioner.

 

Silver Lake Intermediate School Principal Jill Marr celebrated their achievement by saying, “This is a significant accomplishment that demonstrates Becki and Bryan’s commitment to excellence in teaching.  They are both passionate about the content they teach and the students they serve. ”  She went on to highlight their work by saying, “Becki enjoys digging into standards and loves a good data dig to gauge student progress toward meeting those standards.  Bryan had to master all the math content through the high school level to earn his certification, which is impressive.  What’s even more impressive is that they both earned their certification while teaching and juggling their lives outside of school.”  Marr concluded her comments by adding, “Both of these amazing educators focus on creating a culture of learning and rapport each and every day with their students.  I am incredibly proud of both of them and look forward to their continued growth as educators and their impact with students. We are fortunate to have such talented and dedicated educators at Silver Lake and our district.”

 

Schmitz shared her motivation for attaining National Board Certification when she said, “I’ve been teaching for 15 years and wanted to pursue board certification to reinvigorate my work.  I thought the process would challenge me as an educator and allow me to reflect on my practice and find ways to improve.  Board certification took two years.  During that time, I was most challenged by the depth and detail of the content because the program is self-guided and requires you to teach yourself while also reflecting on your practices.  I sought help, and am grateful,  for my mentors within the district who helped me work through those challenges.” She went on to say, “The most rewarding part of the process was the times I collaborated with my students to feature their work in the components. They were always proud to see their growth and felt special for being featured.”

 

Fonferek reflected on his experience by saying, “The National Board process is rigorous and time-consuming, and at times, I felt like it was more than I could handle. However, this was time spent valuably. It has enhanced and honed my skills as an educator and allowed me to become a more reflective practitioner. I’m grateful for my colleagues and family for continuing to support and push me through this process.”

 

National Board Certification is a voluntary process; teachers who earn this advanced teaching credential are among the best qualified in the nation to improve instruction, raise student achievement, and improve teaching practices in their classrooms, schools, and districts.

 

The staff of the Oconomowoc Area School District and the  OASD School Board would like to congratulate Bryan Fonferek and Becki Schmitz for their outstanding achievement in education, earning their National Board Certifications!


 

Meadow View Elementary Principal Jason Schreiber Honored with the Herb Kohl Leadership Award

Photo of Meadow View Elementary School Principal Jason Schreiber smiling after receiving the Herb Kohl Leadership Award
Meadow View Elementary School Principal Jason Schreiber was chosen as one of the 14 principals

Meadow View Elementary School Principal Jason Schreiber was chosen as one of the 14 principals across the state recognized with the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation 2025 Principal Leadership Award. The Herb Kohl Educational Foundation created the award to recognize outstanding Wisconsin school principals or administrators who set high standards for instruction, achievement, and character while fostering a positive and impactful school environment.

 

Schreiber has been the principal of Meadow View Elementary School since 2008. Prior to his leadership role, Schreiber was a classroom teacher at Meadow View, teaching 5th and 6th grade for nine years.

 

In celebrating Schreiber’s achievement, OASD Superintendent Mike Sereno highlighted his leadership and his positive impact on students. “Mr. Schreiber has created a culture of collaboration and a strong focus on student learning at Meadow View Elementary. Under his leadership, Meadow View has experienced significant growth and improvement in a variety of areas, leading to compelling advances in student achievement,” said Sereno.

 

As an award winner, Mr. Schreiber will receive a $6,000 award, and an additional $6,000 matching grant will be awarded to Meadow View Elementary School to further support student learning and school initiatives.

 

“I have been at Meadow View a while, and I am happy this award will shine a light on the great work of our teachers, students, and families. We will evaluate the best use for the grant and decide how it can best help our school and students,” said Schreiber of his award and the grant opportunity for the Meadow View Elementary School team.

 

The Kohl Foundation award program was established by Herb Kohl, a former U.S. senator, philanthropist, and businessman who passed away in 2023. Since 1990, the foundation has awarded over $40 million to Wisconsin educators, principals, students, and schools. “Part of Herb Kohl’s lasting legacy is his unwavering support for the profession that makes all others possible -- education,” said JoAnne Anton, President & CEO of Herb Kohl Philanthropies. “He challenged us to continue celebrating and investing in educators who shape the future. By recognizing their hard work, achievements, and service, we hope to honor their impact, elevate their contributions within their communities, and inspire future generations to follow in their footsteps.”

 

Award recipients are selected by a statewide committee composed of civic leaders and representatives of education-related associations and the program’s co-sponsors: The Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, regional Cooperative Educational Service Agencies (CESA), and the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators.

 

As our Meadow View Wildcats would say - Paws Up to Mr. Schreiber for this well-deserved recognition!


 

Sarah Lang Selected as New Principal at Ixonia Elementary School

Photo of new Ixonia Elementary School principal, Sarah Lang
The Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD) is pleased to announce the promotion of Sarah Lang from

The Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD) is pleased to announce the promotion of Sarah Lang from her role as the curriculum coordinator for the OASD to become the new Principal of Ixonia Elementary School.  Lang accepted the position last week and was formally approved by the OASD School Board at a special school board meeting on March 19.

 

Lang joined the OASD in 2009 as a 6th-grade teacher at Nature Hill Intermediate then shifted to the Greenland Elementary School team as a Reading Specialist.  She then transitioned to becoming the curriculum coordinator for the entire school district where she’s served for the last 11 years.  During her time as a curriculum coordinator, she also took on the additional responsibilities of serving as an Interim Associate Principal at Silver Lake Intermediate School, as the Principal of the Ocon Virtual Learning Community, and most recently as an Interim Co-Principal at Ixonia Elementary School.  Lang holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from UW-Stevens Point, a master’s degree in literacy from Concordia University, and she completed the educational administration and leadership program at Concordia University.

 

Upon accepting the principal position, Mrs. Lang shared her excitement by saying, “I am honored to join the Ixonia Elementary School community as principal and am eager to collaborate and work alongside the students, staff, and families to build upon the already strong foundation. Over the last two months as an interim co-principal, I have been overwhelmingly impressed by the Ixonia community’s commitment to fostering a vibrant learning environment where all students can grow and thrive.”

 

In announcing Lang’s new role, OASD Superintendent Mike Sereno said, “Sarah has had a tremendous impact on our school district in her role as a curriculum and instruction coordinator, and she is uniquely equipped to lead Ixonia Elementary School.  I am excited for the Ixonia community as they continue on our journey to becoming an unrivaled learning community under Sarah's guidance.”

 

Mrs. Lang will formally begin her new role on March 31, 2025.


 

OASD Schools Are StormReady!

OASD Schools Are StormReady!
In 2022, the Oconomowoc Area School District began the process of

In 2022, the Oconomowoc Area School District began the process of obtaining StormReady Supporters certification through the National Weather Service (NWS).  StormReady Supporters are organizations, businesses, facilities, or local government entities actively engaged in weather safety and preparedness.

A StormReady Supporter School promotes the principles and guidelines of the StormReady program in its severe weather safety and awareness plans. A team made up of school safety officials and the local NWS review the safety and awareness plan and track the completion of StormReady guidelines. The team works together to enhance the safety plan and ensure the school or district participates in awareness programs and drills.

With the support of Mark McGinnis of Fair Skies Consulting and Tim Halbach of the National Weather Service, the OASD began to audit, analyze, and improve our severe weather safety plans and shelter locations. This began with several site visits at each school to survey the existing storm shelter locations and weather safety plans.  Some school storm shelter locations were added or relocated and all schools were able to practice their severe weather drills with these locations in fall.

With these enhancements to our safety plans, OASD satisfies the NWS requirements for the StormReady Supporter School certification.  Learn more about the StormReady program at www.weather.gov/stormready.

 

 

 

Pictured: James Wood, OASD School Board President, Greg Maroo, OASD Director of Buildings and Grounds, Tim Halbach, National Weather Service, Mark McGinnis, Fair Skies Consulting, Mike Sereno, OASD Superintendent


 

OHS Achieves Silver AP School Honor Roll

OHS Achieves Silver AP School Honor Roll
 
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