Last week, Ithaca FBLA students ventured into the elementary wing and helped 4K students write letters to Santa. Enjoy these pictures! (post 1 of 2)
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tues, Nov 29, 2022
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Taco & Soft shells, Second Choice: Pizza Burgers/bun, Corn, Applesauce, Yogurt, Dinner rolls, Milk
The Weight Room will be open after school this week.
From Mr. Kelly:
Please release all wrestlers at 2:30 today.
From Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Junior Class meeting in Mrs. Burnley's room on Wed, Nov 30.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO winter apparel sale is up & running! Order now through Wed, Nov 30. The holidays are fast approaching & there are many items available that would make great gifts! Items will be delivered to school by December 20.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO's Gingerbread House Fun Night will be held Fri, Dec 2 from 5:30-7:00 PM in the commons. Bring a base for your creation like a cookie sheet, boxes like pasta or mac n cheese to build your house around, and candy decorations. Graham crackers and frosting will be provided along with hot chocolate and NEW this year: ornament crafts! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 gingerbread houses. Hope to see you then!
The first practice for youth wrestling is on Mon, Dec 5 from 5:30-7.
From Archery Club:
The Ithaca Archery Club is sponsoring a Big Buck Contest this year. Students who shoot a deer this season, buck or doe, can send a picture to Mr. Klang at klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us to be entered. Pictures will be placed near Mr. Klang's door, Prizes will be given for the biggest buck and a random drawing to all who enter. This includes archery season, youth season, and gun season.
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 29th, Diane Worrel - Congratulations!
From FCA:
The FCA student and staff prayer locker is located by the Shop class (locker #353) If you're in need of a little extra support and prayer...please leave your request, your wish, your thought, your struggle. All students and staff are welcome to use the prayer locker. We hope this locker provides an outlet for those who need it. Just knowing that someone else is thinking of you can really make a difference.
FCA group Huddle will gather Thursday morning at 7:00am. Join us for Breakfast & an encouraging devotion called 'Be the best YOU! All are welcome!
From Ms. Schmitt:
Looking for something to do this weekend? Go no further than UW-Richland for their fall production of "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn"! This play features Kyla Pluemer as lead character Francie Nolan, a young girl growing up in Brooklyn, New York right before World War I. This coming of age story is sure to bring joy and hope to all ages. The show runs Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3 at 7:30; with an afternoon performance on Sunday, December 4 at 1:30. Hope to see you all there!
This Day in History: On November 29, 1942, coffee joins the list of items rationed in the United States. Scarcity or shortages were rarely the reason for rationing during the war. Rationing was generally employed for two reasons: (1) to guarantee a fair distribution of resources and foodstuffs to all citizens; and (2) to give priority to military use for certain raw materials, given the present emergency.
Word of the Day: Extirpate, verb, means "to destroy completely," and is often--though not exclusively-used in reference to plant and animal populations. It can also be used to mean "to pull up by the root" and "to cut out by surgery." Despite the years-long effort to extirpate it from the landscape, purple loosestrife continues to thrive in the town's wetlands.
Birthdays:
Elementary: Kaylee Ewing, Colton Straight
MS/HS: Mon, Nov 28- Kennedy Gander, Dayton Scott
Last night, the Ithaca boys basketball team traveled to Wonewoc-Center for a game. The love and support displayed for Ben Huebsch by our friends at Wonewoc-Center was so appreciated!
Over the next month, Ithaca is launching a campaign for you to “Get To Know” our staff. Please enjoy the following bio of todays featured Ithaca employee. Get to know Kyle Kelly.
Ithaca Football Boosters Calendar Raffle Winners: for November 24th = Dale Riddiough, November 25th = Josh Clary, November 26th = Quintin Peasall, November 27th = Matt Dolan, November 28th =David Klang, - Congratulations!
The Ithaca PTSO's Gingerbread House Fun Night will be held Fri, Dec 2 from 5:30-7 PM in the commons. Bring a base for your creation like a cookie sheet, boxes like pasta or mac n cheese to build your house around, and candy decorations. Graham crackers and frosting will be provided along with hot chocolate and NEW this year: ornament crafts! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 gingerbread houses. Hope to see you then!
La Noche de Diversión de la Casa de Pan de Jengibre de Ithaca PTSO se llevará a cabo el viernes 2 de diciembre de 5:30 a 7 p. m. en los espacios comunes. Traiga una base para su creación como una bandeja para hornear galletas, cajas como pasta o macarrones con queso para construir su casa y decoraciones de dulces. Se proporcionarán galletas Graham y glaseado junto con chocolate caliente y NUEVO este año: ¡artesanías decorativas! Se otorgarán premios a las 3 mejores casas de pan de jengibre. ¡Espero verte entonces!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Nov 28, 2022
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today First Choice: Beef Nachos, Second Choice: Grilled Chicken, Green Bean, Fresh Fruit, WG Dinner rolls, Milk
From Mr. Herbst:
High school students—we will be implementing an ATTACK Release Privilege beginning Thu, Dec 1. You should have received an email from me yesterday with the Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Permission Form as an addendum. You do not need to print it, but you do need to read it to be informed of the conditions to earn and retain this privilege. An informational meeting for students will be held today during ATTACK, and hardcopies of the permission form will be disseminated at that time.
From Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Junior Class meeting in Mrs. Burnley’s room on Wed, Nov 30.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO winter apparel sale is up & running! Order now through Wed, Nov 30. The holidays are fast approaching & there are many items available that would make great gifts! Items will be delivered to school by December 20.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO's Gingerbread House Fun Night will be held Fri, Dec 2 from 5:30-7 PM in the commons. Bring a base for your creation like a cookie sheet, boxes like pasta or mac n cheese to build your house around, and candy decorations. Graham crackers and frosting will be provided along with hot chocolate and NEW this year: ornament crafts! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 gingerbread houses. Hope to see you then!
From Ms. Sprecher:
There are still openings to work concessions for basketball games. Ms. Sprecher emailed everyone last week with a link to the schedule. If you would like to take one of the games that is open, please let her know as soon as possible.
From Archery Club:
The Ithaca Archery Club is sponsoring a Big Buck Contest this year. Students who shoot a deer this season, buck or doe, can send a picture to Mr. Klang at klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us to be entered. Pictures will be placed near Mr. Klang’s door. Prizes will be given for the biggest buck and a random drawing to all who enter. This includes archery season, youth season, and gun season.
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 24th = Dale Riddiough, November 25th = Josh Clary, November 26th = Quintin Peasall, November 27th = Matt Dolan, November 28th =David Klang, - Congratulations!
From FCA:
The FCA student and staff prayer locker is located at the end of the High School hall (located by the Shop class- locker #353) If you're in need of a little extra support and prayer…please leave your request, your wish, your thought, your struggle. All students and staff are welcome to use the prayer locker. We hope this locker provides an outlet for those who need it. Just knowing that someone else is thinking of you can really make a difference.
The first practice for youth wrestling is on Monday, December 5 from 5:30-7.
This Day in History: On November 28, 1520 Ferdinand Magellan reaches the Pacific; After sailing through the dangerous straits below South America that now bear his name, Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan enters the Pacific Ocean with three ships, becoming the first European explorer to reach the Pacific from the Atlantic.
Word of the Day: Pell-mell, adverb, means “in a confused and hurried way” or “in mingled confusion or disorder.” On Black Friday, some shoppers rush pell-mell into stores to find their favorite items at a discounted price.
Birthdays: There are no birthdays for today.
Over the next month, Ithaca is launching a campaign for you to “Get To Know” our staff. Please enjoy the following bio of todays featured Ithaca employee. Get to know Chay Schmitt.
The Ithaca Weight Room is closed after school ALL this week.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO's Gingerbread House Fun Night will be held Fri, Dec 2 from 5:30-7 PM in the commons. Bring a base for your creation like a cookie sheet, boxes like pasta or mac n cheese to build your house around, and candy decorations. Graham crackers and frosting will be provided along with hot chocolate and NEW this year: ornament crafts! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 gingerbread houses. Hope to see you then!
From Ms. Specher
There are still openings to work concessions for basketball games. Ms. Sprecher emailed everyone last week with a link to the schedule. If you would like to take one of the games that is open, please let her know as soon as possible.
From Mr. Herbst:
High school students—we will be implementing an ATTACK Release Privilege beginning Thu, Dec 1. You should have received an email from me yesterday with the Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Permission Form as an addendum. You do not need to print it, but you do need to read it to be informed of the conditions to earn and retain this privilege. An informational meeting for students will be held on Mon, Nov 28, during ATTACK, and hardcopies of the permission form will be disseminated at that time.
From Mrs. Burnley:
Attention seniors! All seniors need to submit a Senior Portrait, a Personal Quote, and a Baby Picture for the Ithaca High School Yearbook. The pictures can be submitted to Mrs. Burnley either by email or a printed picture can be brought to her classroom. To submit your Senior Quote, complete the survey that was emailed to you by Mrs. Burnley on Oct. 21. All senior quotes will be approved by Mr. Herbst. The senior portrait, baby picture, and quote are due today.
Wednesday November 23, 2022
Lunch for today:
First Choice: Mozzarella sticks
Second Choice: Meatloaf
Cooked Carrots, Peaches, WG Dinner rolls, Milk
From Mrs. Burnley:
Attention seniors! All seniors need to submit a Senior Portrait, a Personal Quote, and a Baby Picture for the Ithaca High School Yearbook. The pictures can be submitted to Mrs. Burnley either by email or a printed picture can be brought to her classroom. To submit your Senior Quote, complete the survey that was emailed to you by Mrs. Burnley on Oct. 21. All senior quotes will be approved by Mr. Herbst. The senior portrait, baby picture, and quote are due today.
From Mr. Herbst:
High school students—we will be implementing an ATTACK Release Privilege beginning Thu, Dec 1. You should have received an email from me yesterday with the Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Permission Form as an addendum. You do not need to print it, but you do need to read it to be informed of the conditions to earn and retain this privilege. An informational meeting for students will be held on Mon, Nov 28, during ATTACK, and hardcopies of the permission form will be disseminated at that time.
From Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Junior Class meeting in Mrs. Burnley’s room on Wed, Nov 30.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO winter apparel sale is up & running! Order now through Wed, Nov 30. The holidays are fast approaching & there are many items available that would make great gifts! Items will be delivered to school by December 20.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO's Gingerbread House Fun Night will be held Fri, Dec 2 from 5:30-7 PM in the commons. Bring a base for your creation like a cookie sheet, boxes like pasta or mac n cheese to build your house around, and candy decorations. Graham crackers and frosting will be provided along with hot chocolate and NEW this year: ornament crafts! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 gingerbread houses. Hope to see you then!
From Ms. Specher
There are still openings to work concessions for basketball games. Ms. Sprecher emailed everyone last week with a link to the schedule. If you would like to take one of the games that is open, please let her know as soon as possible.
From Archery Club:
The Ithaca Archery Club is sponsoring a Big Buck Contest this year. Students who shoot a deer this season, buck or doe, can send a picture to Mr. Klang at klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us to be entered. Pictures will be placed near Mr. Klang’s door. Prizes will be given for the biggest buck and a random drawing to all who enter. This includes archery season, youth season, and gun season.
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 22nd, Dean Brickl- Congratulations!
The Weight Room is closed after school this week.
This Day in History:
Nov 22, 1963
While traveling through Dallas, Texas, in an open-top convertibleJohn Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, is assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald.
Would you like to help out with a fundraiser for Ben Huebsch and his family?
This Tuesday, Nov. 22 the Ithaca Girls Basketball team will host Necedah. We would like YOUR help running concessions - volunteers are needed to help out AND all proceeds will go to Ben Huebsch and his family. We will have a donation jar for anyone who would like to donate as well.
We need some workers for Tuesday night. It is a VARSITY ONLY game, so helpers should arrive around 6:00 and if you are able to clean up after, that would be fantastic!!! If you can help with either of these shifts, please contact Melissa Sprecher at spremel@ithaca.k12.wi.us
November 21, 2022
Lunch for today:
First Choice: Chili/Wheat Bread
Second choice: Quesadilla
Peas, Pineapple, Milk
From Ms. Sprecher:
If you are going to the FFA Rueball game, please have your permission slips in today.
From the FFA:
Reminder to MS and HS students. We will be taking an FFA picture today for the FFA Christmas card. Please bring official dress or FFA gear to wear for the picture . If you don’t have either, wear something dark blue. High School will take their picture during lunch and Middle school will be during ATTACK.
From Mrs. Thompson:
Today during ATTACK time, anyone interested in forensics should meet in the LMC. We will have an informational meeting giving an overview of what forensics is for those new to forensics and get the ball rolling to officially kick off the season following the Thanksgiving break. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please reach out to a coach. Talk to Ms. Schmitt, Mrs. Thompson, or Mrs. Zorea if you have any questions.
From Nurse Wilson:
Effective immediately all Middle and High School students that wish to see the nurse will need to have a PINK NURSE PASS from their teacher. Emergency situations will not need a pass. Student’s that do not have a pass will be sent back to their class to get one.
From Ms. Durkin
There is a Student Council meeting tomorrow during ATTACK in the art room.
From Mrs. Burnley:
There will be an FBLA meeting in Mrs. Burnley’s room on Tuesday, Nov. 22 during Attack. If you are also a member of Student Council, attend the Student Council meeting instead of the FBLA meeting.
From Mrs. Burnley:
Attention seniors! All seniors need to submit a Senior Portrait, a Personal Quote, and a Baby Picture for the Ithaca High School Yearbook. The pictures can be submitted to Mrs. Burnley either by email or a printed picture can be brought to her classroom. To submit your Senior Quote, complete the survey that was emailed to you by Mrs. Burnley on Oct. 21. All senior quotes will be approved by Mr. Herbst. The senior portrait, baby picture, and quote are due before Thanksgiving (November 23).
From Mrs. Burnley:
Anyone interested in helping to decorate the FBLA Rotary Tree on Monday and Tuesday after school, see Mrs. Burnley.
From Ms. Specher
There are still openings to work concessions for basketball games. Ms. Sprecher emailed everyone last week with a link to the schedule. If you would like to take one of the games that is open, please let her know as soon as possible.
From Archery Club:
The Ithaca Archery Club is sponsoring a Big Buck Contest this year. Students who shoot a deer this season, buck or doe, can send a picture to Mr. Klang at klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us to be entered. Pictures will be placed near Mr. Klang’s door. Prizes will be given for the biggest buck and a random drawing to all who enter. This includes archery season, youth season, and gun season.
From Ithaca Youth Basketball:
Youth basketball will start Saturday December 3rd, at 8:00 am in the old gym. This practice will be for 4k-4th grade boys and girls. If you were unable to sign up and would like to, it is not too late. Come December 3rd. If you have any questions contact Ms.Jones at janelle.jones@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO's Gingerbread House Fun night will be held Friday, December 2 from 5:30-7 PM in the Commons. Bring a base for your creation like a cookie sheet, boxes like pasta or mac n cheese to build your house around, and candy decorations. Graham crackers and frosting will be provided along with hot chocolate and NEW this year: ornament crafts! Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 Gingerbread Houses. Hope to see you then!
From PTSO:
The Ithaca PTSO winter apparel sale is up & running! Order now through November 30. The holidays are fast approaching & there are many items available that would make great gifts! Items will be delivered to school by December 20.
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 19th = Justin Martig , November 20th = Cade Ravet, November 21st = Rita Parduhn - Congratulations!
From Mr. Klang:
The high school girls basketball game with Necedah (November 22nd) will be a varsity only game starting at 7pm.
This Day in History:
Nov 21, 1877, Thomas Edison announced his invention of the phonograph, a way to record and play back sound.
Word of the Day:
Magnanimous, adjective, is a formal word that means “having or showing a generous and kind nature.”
// She was too magnanimous to resent the unkind words about her winning the spelling bee.
Help us welcome the newest Ithaca employee, Lindsey Carley.
From Mrs. Thompson:
A prayer service for Ben Huebsch will be held on Saturday, November 19th at 6pm at St Mary’s in Keyesville. All are welcome to lift Ben and his family up as they embark on the next step in his journey. The service will be live streamed on the St Mary’s Keyesville Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/StMaryKeyesville
Parents and Guardians please remind your students:
From Mrs. Burnley:
Attention seniors! All seniors need to submit a Senior Portrait, a Personal Quote, and a Baby Picture for the Ithaca High School Yearbook. The pictures can be submitted to Mrs. Burnley either by email or a printed picture can be brought to her classroom. To submit your Senior Quote, complete the survey that was emailed to you by Mrs. Burnley on Oct. 21. All senior quotes will be approved by Mr. Herbst. The senior portrait, baby picture, and quote are due before Thanksgiving (November 23).
Parents and Guardians please remind your students: From the FFA:
Reminder to MS and HS students. We will be taking an FFA picture on Monday for the FFA Christmas card. Please bring official dress or FFA gear to wear for the picture . If you don’t have either, wear something dark blue. High School will take their picture during lunch and Middle school will be during ATTACK.