Ithaca Public Schools

Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow

Announcements: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Today is a Day 2 - Early Release

Lunch for today - Choice 1: Totally Beef Taco Bites; Choice 2: Cheese Quesadilla

EARLY RELEASE: Elementary 12:15, Middle and High School 12:34

Attention Parents: The PTSO is making a meal for our staff on Parent Teacher’s conference night, Nov. 5. We are asking any family that would like to donate desserts to contact Ms. Sprecher and let her know. Thank you!

From Mrs. Stellner, Ms. Ernzen, and Mrs. Pluemer: Sources of Strength will meet on Thursday (October 30th) during CAPstone in the LMC.

From Mr. Klang: There is a high school girls' basketball sign-up sheet on Mr. Klang's door. If you are interested in playing this year please sign up by Friday, October 31st. There will be a girls open gym October 29th and 30th after school until 5:30pm.

From Ms. Ernzen: There will be a Book Club Meeting during lunch in Ms. Ernzen’s room on Friday (October 31st). If you signed up to bring a treat or would like to sign up, please see Ms. Ernzen to confirm your selection.

The Ithaca School Foundation is bringing Trivia Night Back! Mark your calendars for Friday, November 7 starting at 6 PM. Cost is $10 per person. Teams of up to 8 people, and we will have room for 20 teams. Pre-register your team by contacting Ron Brisbois: brisbois1998@gmail.com or 608-732-0322. Please pay for your registration at the door. Walk-in groups will be allowed on a first-come first serve basis. There will be a silent auction - Any group or business interested in donating may contact Ron Brisbois. Concessions will be available for purchase but you may bring your own snacks as well. Proceeds will go towards the digital sign project. Hope to see you there and thank you for your support of the Ithaca Schools and Ithaca Foundation!

From Mr. Klang: There will be a youth basketball sign-up meeting Monday, November 10th at 6 pm in the commons. This will be for 1st-5th grade boys and girls. A parent/guardian must be there to fill out forms.

From Mrs. Pluemer: Happy Red Ribbon Week! This year’s theme is “Life Is A Puzzle, Solve It Drug Free™.” Each healthy choice you make is like a perfect puzzle piece that strengthens your future. By staying drug-free, you’re showing yourself and the world how much you value your health, community, and dreams. When you choose health and positivity, you’re putting together a masterpiece where you can aim for the stars and achieve your goals. Keep adding those bright pieces to your puzzle – we believe in you! Tomorrow’s dress up day is Wear Red

Red Ribbon Trivia: Today’s trivia question is: How long does it take alcohol to affect the brain?