Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thur, Mar 16, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Mini Corn Dogs, Second Choice: Sloppy Joe BBQ/WG Hamburger Bun, Mixed Fruit, Peas, WG Dinner Roll, Dessert, Milk
From the Wrestling Booster Club:
Congratulations to the Wrestling Calendar Raffle Winners: March 16: Toni Tuyls
From Mrs. Thompson:
Forensics students, Mrs. Murphey is available most of today and Friday. All should read the March 14 email from Mrs. Thompson. You must meet to rehearse with a coach before Saturday morning. On Saturday, be at school by 6:15 am.
From Mrs. Boland and Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Junior Class Meeting on Thursday, March 16th during Attack in Mrs. Boland’s room.
Final Chance to Register for Youth Softball & Baseball—March 16:
Attention students in 4K - 8th: If you are interested in playing softball, baseball, or coach pitch this season, please be sure to register on Thursday, March 16. Registration will be set up in the school common from 5 to 7 PM. Payment is required at the time of registration and we can not guarantee placement on a team after this date! Get more details and download the registration form here https://bit.ly/IYBReg and direct questions to LLPulvermacher@gmail.com.
From Mr. Andresen:
The team portions of the conference and state math competitions will be during 8th hour and ATTACK Time on Friday, March 17th. Do not report to your 8th hour class - go directly to Mr. Andresen’s room. Since this is the team portion of the competition, everyone’s attendance is vital to the team’s success. Good luck to all competitors!
Baseball apparel store is now open. Get your new baseball gear for the upcoming season. Store closes March 19. https://2023ithacabaseball.itemorder.com/
From Ms Schoen:
Do you ride a horse? Join the Ithaca/RC Horse Club. Member meeting Monday, March 20, 5:45pm at Ithaca Schools. Ithaca and Richland Center students currently in grades 5-11 are eligible to participate. If you have questions, contact Ms Schoen.
From Weston and River Valley Trap Club:
High School Spring Trap Club sign up closes Mar 20. No late entries are accepted after the closing date. League begins March 26th. Anyone wanting to join or wants more information may contact Weston Trap coach Jerry Larrabee 608/960-7010 or River Valley Trap coach Kim Crook. Register online http://wiclaytarget.com/2022/12/21/spring-league-athlete-registration-information-2/ Your coach will give you the code.
From Ms Schoen:
We are seeking responsible HS students to assist with summer school June 12-23. Volunteer hours will be available during this time. Please see Ms. Schoen if you are interested.
From Miss Schmitt:
Wesley Brown is collecting cans for Ben Huebsch! Cans can be dropped off in Miss Schmitt’s room, 204, and Wes will be donating all of his proceeds to the Huebsch family. The last day to drop off cans is May 2.
Word of the Day: Laudable, adjective, means "worthy of praise," and is a synonym of commendable. Thanks to the laudable efforts of dozens of volunteers, the town's Winter Carnival was an enjoyable event for everyone.
This Day in History: 1802 The United States Military Academy—the first military school in the United States—is founded by Congress for the purpose of educating and training young men in the theory and practice of military science. Located at West Point, New York, the U.S. Military Academy is often simply known as West Point.
Birthdays:
Elementary: Carter Pluemer
MS/HS: none
Staff: Mr Urban
The Scholastic Book Fair continues through the end of this week in the LMC! There are titles for all readers. Students may shop the Book Fair before school, during the school day with permission from their families and teacher, or until 3:30pm. Shopping online is an option, too! Use this link to find titles to be delivered. Scholastic will give back 25% in rewards to our school when you shop online from Mar 13 – Mar 26.
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool
Do you ride a horse? Join the Ithaca/RC Horse Club Member meeting Monday, March 20, 7:30pm at Ithaca Schools Ithaca and Richland Center students currently in grades 5-11 are eligible to participate. If you have questions, contact Ms Schoen.
Congratulations to the Wrestling Calendar Raffle Winner: March 15: Rhonda Louis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyG1FDS8Cns
Please join the AmeriCorps Farm to School team as they celebrate AmeriCorps Week March 12-18, 2023. To learn more about the AmeriCorps Farm to School Program visit: https://dpi.wi.gov/school-nutrition/farm-to-school/americorps . To learn more about AmeriCorps visit: https://americorps.gov/
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Mar 15, 2023
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Chicken Parmesan, Second Choice: Ham and Cheese Sandwich, Mandarin Oranges, Steamed Carrots, Milk
From the Wrestling Booster Club:
Congratulations to the Wrestling Calendar Raffle Winners: March 15: Rhonda Louis
From Ms. Sprecher:
Attention all CDE contestants. The bus is now leaving at 630 tomorrow morning. Good luck to all the FFA students competing tomorrow at Sectional Career Development Events in Platteville.
From Mr. Andresen:
The rescheduled day for conference and state math contest is Wednesday, March 15th during 8th hour and ATTACK Time. Please come directly to Mr. Andresen's room (#311) so you can start immediately. Mr. Andresen will contact your 8th hour teacher for attendance. Good luck to all competitors!
From Mrs. Kershner:
Ithaca FCA will host a movie night: Jesus Revolution' at the Center Cinema on Wednesday, March 15 @ 7:00 pm. All high school students are welcome to attend for an admission cost of only $3.00. Doors open at 6:30, snackbar will be open. Hope to see you, Bring a friend!
From Mrs. Thompson:
Forensics students, Mrs. Murphey is available this morning, March 15th, most of Thursday, and most of Friday. All should read last night's email from Mrs. Thompson. You must meet to rehearse with a coach before Saturday morning. On Saturday, be to school by 6:15am.
From Mrs. Kershner:
Ithaca FCA Huddle will meet Thursday March 16 at 7am. Join us for an inspiring devotion, motivational message and breakfast together. All middle school and high school students are welcome!
From Mrs. Boland and Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Junior Class Meeting on Thursday, March 16th during Attack in Mrs. Boland's room.
Final Chance to Register for Youth Softball & Baseball-March 16
Attention students in 4K - 8th: If you are interested in playing softball, baseball, or coach pitch this season, please be sure to register on Thursday, March 16. Registration will be set up in the school common from 5 to 7 PM. Payment is required at the time of registration and we can not guarantee placement on a team after this date! Get more details and download the registration form here https://bit.ly/IYBReq and direct questions to LLPulvermacher@gmail.com. Baseball apparel store is now open. Get your new baseball gear for the upcoming season. Store closes March 19th! https://2023ithacabaseball.itemorder.com/
From Ms Schoen:
Do you ride a horse? Join the Ithaca/RC Horse Club Member meeting Monday, March 20, 5:45pm at Ithaca Schools Ithaca and Richland Center students currently in grades 5-11 are eligible to participate. If you have questions, contact Ms Schoen.
From Weston and River Valley Trap Club:
High School Spring Trap Club sign up closes Mar 20. No late entries are accepted after the closing date. League begins March 26th. Anyone wanting to join or wants more information may contact Weston Trap coach Jerry Larrabee 608/960-7010 or River Valley Trap coach Kim Crook. Register online http://wiclaytarget.com/2022/12/21/spring-league-athlete-registration-information-2/ Your coach will give you the code.
From Ms Schoen:
We are seeking responsible HS students to assist with summer school June 12-23. Volunteer hours will be available during this time. Please see Ms. Schoen if you are interested.
From Miss Schmitt:
Wesley Brown is collecting cans for Ben Huebsch! Cans can be dropped off in Miss Schmitt's room, 204, and Wes will be donating all of his proceeds to the Huebsch family. The last day to drop off cans is May 2.
Word of the Day: Vindicate, verb, means "to show that someone is not guilty." It can also mean "to show that someone or something that has been criticized or doubted is correct, true, or reasonable." In light of the new evidence, we believe that our client will be completely vindicated.
This Day in History: On March 15, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson addresses a joint session of Congress to urge the passage of legislation guaranteeing voting rights for all. Using the phrase "we shall overcome," borrowed from African American leaders struggling for equal rights, Johnson declares that "every American citizen must have an equal right to vote." Johnson reminds the nation that the Fifteenth Amendment, which was passed after the Civil War, gave all citizens the right to vote regardless of race or color. But states had defied the Constitution and erected barriers. Discrimination had taken the form of literacy, knowledge or character tests administered solely to African Americans to keep them from registering to vote. The speech was delivered eight days after violence erupted in Selma, Alabama. Civil rights leader John Lewis and over 500 peaceful marchers were attacked while planning a march from Selma to Montgomery to register African Americans to vote.
Birthdays:
Elementary: none
MS/HS: none
Staff: Mr Hutchinson
Tickets for "An Italian Cabaret" go on sale on Monday, March 20th! To order, either stop in, or call the office at 608-585-2311. Tickets are $15, and payment is due when tickets are picked up. Get them fast - only 250 seats are available!
Attention students in 4K - 8th: If you are interested in playing softball, baseball, or coach pitch this season, please be sure to register on Thursday, March 16. Registration will be set up in the school common from 5 to 7 PM. Payment is required at the time of registration and we can not guarantee placement on a team after this date! Get more details and download the registration form here https://bit.ly/IYBReg and direct questions to LLPulvermacher@gmail.com.
The phones at Ithaca are functioning normally again. We thank you for your understanding during this time.
As of this time Ithaca does NOT have landline phone service (inbound OR outbound). The proper parties are working on getting this restored. We will provide updates as they become available. If you need to reach the school via email please use the following email address: office@ithaca.k12.wi.us - thanks!
Happy Americorps Week, everyone! My name is Julie Severance, your Americorps Farm to School Specialist. I am proud to serve the children and families that make up the Ithaca community. Every day I have the opportunity to interact with students and teachers to help spread the word about delicious, nutritious local food. I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to the rest of my service.
High School Spring Trap Club sign up closes Mar 20. No late entries are accepted after the closing date. League begins March 26th. Anyone wanting to join or wants more information may contact Weston Trap coach Jerry Larrabee 608/960-7010 or River Valley Trap coach Kim Crook. Register online http://wiclaytarget.com/2022/12/21/spring-league-athlete-registration-information-2/ Your coach will give you the code.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tues, Mar 14, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Pizza Dippers, Second Choice: Cheese Burger, Broccoli, Blueberries, WG Sliced Bread, Dessert, Milk
From Mr. Crawford and Mrs. Niemeyer:
Congrats on a wonderful solo and ensemble contest this past Saturday, March 11th. We are extremely proud of how well you represented Ithaca. Way to go musicians!
From the Wrestling Booster Club:
Congratulations to the Wrestling Calendar Raffle Winners: March 11: Melissa Shimniok, March 12: Amber Hilby, March 13: Kevin Koch, March 14: Tom Dounda
From the FFA:
High School FFA will meet during Attack today in Ms. Sprecher room. Your permission slips for the contest this week are due today.
Congratulations to the three teams that competed at the Janesville CDE. Placing 1st and qualifying for state in Dairy Products is Elli Durst (2nd place individual), David Fargen (3rd place individual) Evan Gomez (4th place individual) and Holly King (5th place individual) The livestock evaluation team also placed first with Talena Sprecher top individual, Logan Anderson 4th place individual and Ethan Birkrem and Annabeth Sprecher rounding out the team. Wildlife took 6th among the practice team with Dante Kleinsasser, Cody Byrnes, Ethan Stowell and Keegan Jones. Great job contestants!
From the PTSO:
Our March PTSO meeting will be held Tuesday, March 14 at 3:45 p.m. in the LMC. Babysitting will be provided. We hope to see you there!
From Coach Lorenz:
The Ithaca/Weston Track and Field apparel store is open until Tuesday, March 14th at midnight. Get yours and support our team! https://ithacawestontr23.itemorder.com/shop/home/
From Mr. Andresen:
The rescheduled day for conference and state math contest is Wednesday, March 15th during 8th hour and ATTACK Time. Please come directly to Mr. Andresen’s room (#311) so you can start immediately. Mr. Andresen will contact your 8th hour teacher for attendance. Good luck to all competitors!
Final Chance to Register for Youth Softball & Baseball—March 16:
Attention students in 4K - 8th: If you are interested in playing softball, baseball, or coach pitch this season, please be sure to register on Thursday, March 16. Registration will be set up in the school common from 5 to 7 PM. Payment is required at the time of registration and we can not guarantee placement on a team after this date! Get more details and download the registration form here https://bit.ly/IYBReg and direct questions to LLPulvermacher@gmail.com.
Baseball apparel store is now open. Get your new baseball gear for the upcoming season. Store closes March 19th! https://2023ithacabaseball.itemorder.com/
From Ms Schoen:
Do you ride horse? Join the Ithaca/RC Horse Club! Member meeting Monday, March 20, 5:45pm at Ithaca Schools Ithaca and Richland Center students currently in grades 5-11 are eligible to participate. If you have questions, contact Ms Schoen.
From Weston and River Valley Trap Club:
High School Spring Trap Club sign up closes Mar 20. No late entries are accepted after the closing date. League begins March 26th. Anyone wanting to join or wants more information may contact Weston Trap coach Jerry Larrabee 608/960-7010 or River Valley Trap coach Kim Crook. Register online http://wiclaytarget.com/2022/12/21/spring-league-athlete-registration-information-2/ Your coach will give you the code.
From Ms Schoen:
We are seeking responsible HS students to assist with summer school June 12-23. Volunteer hours will be available during this time. Please see Ms. Schoen if you are interested.
From Miss Schmitt:
Wesley Brown is collecting cans for Ben Huebsch! Cans can be dropped off in Miss Schmitt’s room, 204, and Wes will be donating all of his proceeds to the Huebsch family. The last day to drop off cans is May 2.
Word of the Day: Repartee can refer to either “a conversation in which clever statements and replies are made quickly” or a single “quick and witty reply.” It can also refer to one’s cleverness and wit in conversation, as in “an aunt widely known for her repartee at family gatherings.” The twins’ repartee at the back of the class always cracked up their classmates, though their teacher was rarely amused.
This Day in History: On March 14, 1879, Albert Einstein is born, the son of a Jewish electrical engineer in Ulm, Germany. Einstein’s theories of special and general relativity drastically altered human understanding of the universe, and his work in particle and energy theory helped make possible quantum mechanics and, ultimately, the atomic bomb.
Birthdays:
Elementary: none
MS/HS: Logan Anderson, Aaron Jacobson
Mark your calendars! Ithaca Music is hosting an Italian Dinner and Cabaret on Friday, April 28! Dinner includes dinner salad, warm bread, a choice of baked ziti or alfredo, and dessert. After dinner, enjoy student performances to showcase the wide variety of talent that Ithaca has to offer!
Due to Parent-Teacher Conferences, there is NO SCHOOL for students today. Conferences for elementary, middle and high school students run from 10am until 6pm. Feel free to browse the book fair while you're here!
DON'T FORGET! Due to Parent-Teacher Conferences, there is NO SCHOOL for students on Monday, March 13th. Conferences for elementary, middle and high school students run from 10am until 6pm. Feel free to browse the book fair while you're here!
Reminder: Bingo starts tonight in the Ithaca School Commons at 6 PM. FCCLA will be serving concessions including walking tacos! Supper and fun are served tonight! See you then!
The Scholastic Book Fair has arrived! Our wonderful driver braved the weather to deliver a wide variety of material for all ages. Really! There is something for all of our Bulldogs. Shop online and order or come next week to shop in person. The Book Fair is open during Parent-Teacher Conferences Monday from 10am until 6pm. Students may shop during normal school hours with their class or with permission from their teacher and family.
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool
There is no high school track and field practice tonight. Do a workout on your own. Please remember Monday is dress up night, and practice is 3:45pm until 5:30pm. Bring your papers in if you haven't yet. Don't forget to shop on the apparel store until March 14th.
You didn't know we had an app? Well, we sure do and its free to download and easy to use!
