At the recent Ithaca/Weston High School Wrestling Tournament held at Weston, the schools welcomed new inductees into the Wrestling Hall of Fame as recognized by the Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Club. Inductees are chosen for their commitment to and success within the Weston and Ithaca wrestling programs. This year's inductees represent the humble beginnings of each school's stories as well as those that found pride and success representing their school and community on the mat. Congratulations and thank you!

🏆Richard Waldsmith - Started the Ithaca wrestling program in 1963. He coached in 1963 and 1964. He coached Ithaca’s very first state qualifier and was widely known for his aggressive coaching style at the time. Richard himself was a conference champ for Richland Center High School in 1961.

🏆Jim Chappell - Jim coached at Weston from 1964-1969. In 1964 and 1967 Weston finished 2nd in conference. Coach Chappell coached Weston to conference championships in 1966, 1968, and 1969. In 1969 for the first time in Weston history they had 2 state qualifiers in Bob Louis and Donald Koenig (6th). Also in his time at Weston Coach Chappell was a Science teacher, class advisor, and coached football.

🏆Gary Anderson - Gary wrestled for Ithaca from 1970 - 1974 and UW - Richland from 1974-1975. While competing for Ithaca he had a Career Record of 60-20-1. He was a Conference Champion in 1972 and Conference Runner-up in 1974. Gary was also a sectional qualifier in 1973.

🏆Wayne Osborn - Wayne is known as the “Father of Weston Wrestling.” In the 1959 - 1960 school year Wayne had asked the principal if they could start a wrestling program. He was told if he could get 10 boys to sign up they could start a team. By lunch that day Wayne had 12 boys signed up and by the end of the school day someone to coach them. By the time the season rolled around they had 18 boys on the team. The team went on to win all of their duals in 1960 and 1961 even though they were not allowed to compete in tournaments. Wayne won a conference championship in 1963.

🏆Mike Drea - Mike had a career record of 72-14 while wrestling for Weston. He was a 3 time conference and regional champion 1988, 1989, and 1990. Mike was also a 2 time sectional champion in 1989 and 1990. Mike also became the first Weston wrestler to make the state finals in both 1989 and 1990 losing to the same opponent both years. Mike’s senior year he was 16-0 with 16 pins leading into the state tournament. Mike was coached by Larry Villiard and Rod Mueller.
about 10 hours ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Hall of Fame 2026 Class
Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Hall of Fame 2026 Class presentation
Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Hall of Fame 2026 Class Waldsmith
Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Hall of Fame 2026 Class Anderson
Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Hall of Fame 2026 Class Osborn
Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Hall of Fame 2026 Class Drea
The Ithaca Lions will host a pancake breakfast fundraiser for the Ithaca Schools Weekend Food Packs program on Sunday, February 1st from 7 AM - 12:30 PM in the Ithaca School Commons. Costs are: Kids preschool and under free, students will be $5, and adults will be $10. The menu will consist of pancakes (gluten free on request), ham, scrambled eggs, cheese, coffee, and white and chocolate milk. Sugar free syrup will also be available. Please come show your support for the Lions and our student needs! If you are able to assist with volunteering, please sign up on the link below. Students looking to offer volunteer hours are especially encouraged to sign up.
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about 13 hours ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca Lions Club pancake breakfast February 1, 2026
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow

Announcements: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Today is a Day 2

Lunch for today - Choice 1: Meatballs in Gravy over Mashed Potatoes; Choice 2: Sunbutter and Jelly Uncrustable; Choice 3: HS only: Chef Salad

From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling page sponsorships for the 2025-2026 yearbook for $40 a page. If you are interested in sponsoring a page, please contact Mrs. Burnley.

From Ms. Kjellberg:
Today’s choir rehearsal will be sopranos and altos ONLY.

From Ms. Jones:
The rescheduled date for snowball will be February 21st, from 8:00-11:00 in The high school commons. If you plan to bring a plus one from another school please get a permission slip in the office.

From Ms. Sprecher:
High School FFA will meet on Tuesday, January 27 during capstone in Ms. Sprecher’s room.

From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Friday, January 30th during lunch in Ms. Ernzen’s room. If you have copies of previous Book of the Month reads (Horrorstor, The Summer I Turned Pretty, etc), please bring them to the meeting or talk to Ms. Ernzen.

From the Ithaca Lions:
The Ithaca Lions will host a pancake breakfast fundraiser for the Ithaca Schools Weekend Food Packs program on Sunday, February 1st from 7 AM - 12:30 PM in the Ithaca School Commons. Costs are: Kids preschool and under free, students will be $5, and adults will be $10. The menu will consist of pancakes (gluten free on request), ham, scrambled eggs, cheese, coffee, and white and chocolate milk. Sugar free syrup will also be available. Please come show your support for the Lions and our student needs! If you are able to assist with volunteering, please sign up on this link. Students looking to offer volunteer hours are encouraged.
about 14 hours ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Tuesday

🎉👏Ithaca/Weston High School wrestler, Derek Franzen, earned his 100th career win in the semi-finals at the Ithaca/Weston invitational held at Weston. 🎉👏Derek is a senior at Ithaca High School and has been wrestling since elementary school. Congratulations to on this accomplishment!
Catch all the I/W wrestlers in action tomorrow night at Ithaca as they host Hillsboro, Richland Center, and Riverdale in a quad dual. It is also T-shirt and Parents Night!

1 day ago, Ithaca Schools
Senior Derek Franzen, Ithaca/Weston wrestler earns 100th win
Derek Franzen, Ithaca/Weston senior wrestler earns 100th win 2026
Derek Franzen, Ithaca/Weston senior wrestler earns 100th win
Senior Derek Franzen, Ithaca/Weston wrestler earns 100th win with coaches
Senior Derek Franzen, Ithaca/Weston wrestler earns 100th win with team
A HUGE thank you to Amy and Greg Schoepp, and their staff at The Phoenix Center for being our January Treats for Teachers donor! Your incredible generosity of providing pizza for all Ithaca staff brought more than just a delicious lunch. It brought smiles, laughter, and a reminder of how deeply supported our staff is by our amazing community.

Acts of kindness like yours truly touch hearts and lift spirits, and our staff felt every bit of that care. We are so grateful for your continued support of Ithaca and for helping make January a little warmer.

We are always looking for new ways to celebrate and treat our amazing staff at Ithaca! If you or your business would be interested in being a Treats for Teachers donor, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Heather Dickey at 608-585-2311 ext. 515 or heather.dickey@ithaca.k12.wi.us to learn more.
1 day ago, Ithaca Schools
pizza
pizza
pizza
TONIGHT! 🧦SLING SOME SOCKS! 🧦The Ithaca FBLA event will go on as rescheduled tonight!
You’ve heard of chuck-a-puck, now it’s time for Sling Some Socks! This new and original philanthropic event will be held during halftime of the Boys Varsity Basketball Game against North Crawford on Monday, January 26th. Here’s how to participate. Bring NEW underwear or socks to the game. Buy a bag for $1 from Ithaca FBLA and seal the underwear or socks in the bag. During Halftime of the varsity game, sling your bag onto the court. Some participants will even win prizes. The profits from the sale of the bags will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association and clothing will be donated to Passages.
1 day ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca FBLA Sling Some Socks 2026
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow

Announcements: Monday, January 26, 2026
Today is a Day 1

Lunch for today - Choice 1: Sweet and Sour Chicken with Rice; Choice 2: Sunbutter and Jelly Uncrustable; Choice 3: HS only: Chef Salad

From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling page sponsorships for the 2025-2026 yearbook for $40 a page. If you are interested in sponsoring a page, please contact Mrs. Burnley.

From Ms. Jones:
The rescheduled date for snowball will be February 21st, from 8:00-11:00 in The high school commons. If you plan to bring a plus one from another school please get a permission slip in the office.

From Ms. Sprecher:
High School FFA will meet on Tuesday, January 27 during capstone in Ms. Sprecher’s room.
1 day ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Monday
Ithaca singers will NOT be participating in the SWAL High School and Middle School Honors Choir today, Saturday, January 24th. While the concert will still happen as scheduled, Ithaca singers are not travelling today due to the dangerous temperatures and weather.
3 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Fixing more than pencil sharpeners—learning to help and support one another! 1st grade is so thankful for Garrett and his repair technician skills! His talent was able to be applied and fix our pencil sharpener... Garrett would often need to borrow tools to work on his projects, but 1st grade purchased him his own set to utilize. We know exactly who to call next time! Thank you again, from 1st Grade!
5 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Garrett's 1st Grade friends thank him! 2026
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow

Announcements: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Today is a Day 2

Lunch for today - Choice 1: Fish Sticks with Norwegian Parsley Potatoes; Choice 2: Yogurt, cheese stick and Whole Grain Crackers; Choice 3: HS only: Greek salad with chicken

Due to extreme cold, school and all activities will be canceled on Friday,Jan 23, 2026.

From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling page sponsorships for the 2025-2026 yearbook for $40 a page. If you are interested in sponsoring a page, please contact Mrs. Burnley.

From Ms. Bevan:
This is just a reminder that Teacher Assistants should report to study hall for attendance and then should report to your placement. Placements were sent to your email.

From Sources of Strength:
There will be a Sources of Strength meeting in the LMC during CAPstone on Thursday, January 22nd.

From Ms. Jones:
The rescheduled date for snowball will be February 21st, from 8:00-11:00 in The high school commons. If you plan to bring a plus one from another school please get a permission slip in the office.

From Youth Boys basketball coaches:
We WILL NOT have youth practice Saturday, January 24th.

From Mrs. Burnley:
You’ve heard of chuck-a-puck, now it’s time for Sling Some Socks! This new and original philanthropic event will be held during halftime of the Boys Varsity Basketball Game against North Crawford on Friday, January 23. Here’s how to participate. Bring NEW underwear or socks to the game. Buy a bag for $1 from Ithaca FBLA and seal the underwear or socks in the bag. During Halftime of the varsity game, sling your bag onto the court. Some participants will even win prizes. The profits from the sale of the bags will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association and clothing will be donated to Passages.
6 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Thursday
Due to the forecasted temperatures and weather conditions for tomorrow, there will be no school in the Ithaca district on Friday January 23, 2026. All after school activities are cancelled as well. Thank you.

4k screening will be held on Friday, January 30. If you have any questions concerning screening, please contact Mrs. Newkirk.

Debido a las temperaturas y condiciones meteorológicas pronosticadas para mañana, no habrá clases en el distrito de Ithaca el viernes 23 de enero de 2026. Todas las actividades extracurriculares también están canceladas. Gracias.

La proyección en 4k se llevará a cabo el viernes 30 de enero. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la proyección, comuníquese con la Sra. Newkirk.
6 days ago, Ithaca Schools
ithaca no school
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, Jan 23. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 4th grade class!
7 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca PTSO Popcorn Friday 1/23/2026
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow

Announcements: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Today is a Day 1

Lunch for today - Choice 1: Cuban Sandwich; Choice 2: Yogurt, cheese stick and Whole Grain Crackers; Choice 3 HS only: Greek salad with chicken

From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling page sponsorships for the 2025-2026 yearbook for $40 a page. If you are interested in sponsoring a page, please contact Mrs. Burnley.

From Ms. Bevan:
This is just a reminder that Teacher Assistants should report to study hall for attendance and then should report to your placement. Placements were sent to your email.

From Ms. Kjellberg:
There will be a middle school student council meeting TODAY (Wednesday January 21st) during middle school lunch in the band room (314). Get your lunch and then bring it to the band room.

From Sources of Strength:
There will be a Sources of Strength meeting in the LMC during CAPstone on Thursday, January 22nd.

From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, Jan 23. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 4th grade class!

From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting in Ms. Ernzen’s room during CAPstone on Friday, January 23rd.

From Mrs. Burnley:
You’ve heard of chuck-a-puck, now it’s time for Sling Some Socks! This new and original philanthropic event will be held during halftime of the Boys Varsity Basketball Game against North Crawford on Friday, January 23. Here’s how to participate. Bring NEW underwear or socks to the game. Buy a bag for $1 from Ithaca FBLA and seal the underwear or socks in the bag. During Halftime of the varsity game, sling your bag onto the court. Some participants will even win prizes. The profits from the sale of the bags will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association and clothing will be donated to Passages.
7 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Wednesday
Fresh snow means happy bulldogs! Our K–2 students enjoyed a snowy recess last week filled with big snowballs, big smiles, and lots of laughter. What were some of your favorite snow covered recess memories in school?
7 days ago, Ithaca Schools
C.C. making giant snowball 2026
Elementary recess making snow fun 2026
2026 Elementary recess making snow fun
👏Congratulations to Ithaca Middle Schooler Aiden Imhoff! 👏
Aiden recently competed at the Midwest Wrestling Tour Badgerland Nationals at the LaCrosse Center. Competing against wrestlers from Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota, Aiden placed 3rd. Keep up the hard work, Aiden!
8 days ago, Ithaca Schools
A.I. places 3rd at Midwest Wrestling Tour 2026
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow

Announcements: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Today is a Day 2

Lunch for today - Choice 1: Chicken Cordon Bleu; Choice 2: Yogurt, cheese stick and Whole Grain Crackers; Choice 3 HS only: Greek salad with chicken

From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling page sponsorships for the 2025-2026 yearbook for $40 a page. If you are interested in sponsoring a page, please contact Mrs. Burnley.

From Ms. Bevan:
This is just a reminder that Teacher Assistants should report to study hall for attendance and then should report to your placement. Placements were sent to your email.

From Mrs. Deitelhoff:
There will be an FCCLA meeting in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room today, January 20th during CAPstone.

From Sources of Strength:
There will be a Sources of Strength meeting in the LMC during CAPstone on Thursday, January 22nd.

From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be next Friday, Jan 23. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 4th grade class!

From Mrs. Burnley:
You’ve heard of chuck-a-puck, now it’s time for Sling Some Socks! This new and original philanthropic event will be held during halftime of the Boys Varsity Basketball Game against North Crawford on Friday, January 23. Here’s how to participate. Bring NEW underwear or socks to the game. Buy a bag for $1 from Ithaca FBLA and seal the underwear or socks in the bag. During Halftime of the varsity game, sling your bag onto the court. Some participants will even win prizes. The profits from the sale of the bags will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association and clothing will be donated to Passages.
8 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Tuesday
Due to today's extreme temperatures, all activities at Ithaca have been canceled for today. Debido a las temperaturas extremas de hoy, todas las actividades en Ithaca han sido canceladas para el día de hoy.
8 days ago, Adam Hess
Urgent: Tonight’s girls basketball game vs. Seneca is CANCELED due to the weather. No game or practice tonight. Please stay safe and warm! We will share rescheduling details as soon as we have them.
11 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow

Announcements: Friday, January 16, 2026
Today is a Day 1

Lunch for today - Cheese Pizza

From the Ithaca Admin Team:
Ithaca is sending our deepest thoughts and prayers to our friends at the Royall School District. We offer the sincerest condolences on the passing of a beloved teacher. We encourage everyone to wear the Panther colors of Black and Gold this Friday January 16th, as a show of friendship and support. If you need to talk to someone about this, please reach out to a teacher or other adult within the district staff and we can arrange resources. Many Districts but ONE community!

From Mrs. Stellner:
The weight room will be closed Friday, January 16th and Monday, January 19th.

From Ms. Jones:
Snowball 2026 will be Saturday, January 17th from 8-11PM. If you plan on bringing a guest from another school, please pick up a permission slip in the school office.

From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling page sponsorships for the 2025-2026 yearbook for $40 a page. If you are interested in sponsoring a page, please contact Mrs. Burnley.

From PTSO:
Enjoy an afternoon with your family and friends at Symons Recreation Complex for FREE!!! January 18 from 1:30-3:55 p.m. the PTSO will be holding their Swim for Free Family Day. All you have to do is come to Symons and let them know at the counter that you are for the Ithaca PTSO Swim Day. We hope to see you there!

From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be next Friday, Jan 23. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 4th grade class!

From Mrs. Burnley:
You’ve heard of chuck-a-puck, now it’s time for Sling Some Socks! This new and original philanthropic event will be held during halftime of the Boys Varsity Basketball Game against North Crawford on Friday, January 23. Here’s how to participate. Bring NEW underwear or socks to the game. Buy a bag for $1 from Ithaca FBLA and seal the underwear or socks in the bag. During Halftime of the varsity game, sling your bag onto the court. Some participants will even win prizes. The profits from the sale of the bags will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association and clothing will be donated to Passages.
11 days ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Friday
Due to the inclement weather in our area, the Ithaca District will run buses and classes with a 2 hour late start today.. tendrá un retraso de 2 horas hoy. Los autobuses vendrán 2 horas más tarde y la escuela empezará 2 horas más tarde de lo normal.
12 days ago, Ithaca Schools
late start
late start