The 5th - 8th Grade Band students attended the UW Madison Varsity Band Concert at the Overture Center on February 1st. Thank you, Mrs. Behrens for helping our musicians grow in their appreciation of music!
Congratulations to all of the FBLA members that competed on Saturday! We brought home 23 top 8’s. Those moving on to state in April are Zach Nelson, Aaron Feryance. Erin Louis, Therese Honer, the team of Emma Schoen and Audrey Newkirk, the team of Noelle Crook, Shelby Funk and Ellie Crook, and the team of Julia Schoen and Diego Ortiz. The two chosen to attend the Legacy academy are Carissa Willis and McKenna Muckler. Way to go kids and represent Ithaca well! We are all very proud of you!!
Congratulations also to Julia Schoen who received The Who’s Who award for Region IV. Great job! (Photo courtesy of Mrs. Jump)
A reminder for parents and students: Student Handbook regarding Cell Phone Use (page 6)
USE OF PHOTOS/VIDEO
All forms of technology used for digital pictures/movie devices: possession/use of a camera, digital picture/movie devices, to include but not be limited to picture telephones, digital cameras, camera recording devices, etc., are prohibited from entering any locker room, changing room, bathroom area, and classrooms on school grounds except for official school purposes. This is in compliance with Wisconsin Statute 118.258.
Attention all Ithaca Families and Friends: The Ithaca PTSO is sponsoring a Roller Skating Party on Sunday, February 10 from Noon - 3 PM at the Galaxie Skate Center. Cost is $5 per person and $2 for skate rental. Hope to see you there!
It's time for the second boxtops and milkcaps collection! Elementary students bring in your items by February 15 so they can be sorted and counted. Remember: the class that collects the most gets a treat at the end of the year!
The Developmental/4K team is looking forward to seeing our future Bulldogs tomorrow for screening! Appointments that were canceled this week will be made up on Thursday, February 21st. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the school at 585-2311.
There will be no school for 4K students on Thursday, February 21st due to rescheduling of the Developmental/4K Screening that was canceled this week. Parents, please make alternate plans for your 4K child on this day. Thank you for understanding!
Finals will be completed on Monday, February 4, 2019. Due to the snow and cold the second day of finals has been pushed off until the 4th.
Riverdale Superintendent Bryce Byrd had some fun announcing the cancellation of school on Wednesday. Enjoy Bryce's video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyUtEwAtzM4&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR3xiCkbz2xeBUMR_2z59hP7IV9m_KI-9es_Uiln-DR_8yeRhj9o6vb0gjs
Just a reminder....if you are ordering any Valentine Grams to turn in your orders tomorrow, February 1. Sam Hilby will be collecting around 9:30 a.m.
Due to the weather and snow days Sam will also be extending the collection through Tuesday, February 5 in order to give the 4K classes time to participate if they would like. So any and all finals orders are due Tuesday before 9:30 a.m.
If you know you are planning on ordering junior mints, the monkey arrangement, or the puppy/bear and won't be able to turn the order form in until Monday or Tuesday please message Sam and let her know the quantity as She wants to be sure to get those items, as quantities may be limited.
Please spread the word.
We would like to remind you since there is no school today at Ithaca, 4K screening is also cancelled. (Thursday, January 31, 2019)
Last Sat., Jan. 26th was our conference Junior High Honors Choir. These talented singers rehearsed with guest directors, learning techniques and meeting other area singers. Thank you to Mr. Braatz for developing and encouraging our district musicians. Participants were: Brooklyn Freestone, Evan Gomez, Josie Laue, Alana Nelson, Elise Newkirk, Paige Nowicki, Erica Steinmetz, Landon Thompson.
Last Sat, Jan. 26th was our conference High School Honors Choir. These talented singers rehearsed with guest directors, learning techniques and meeting other area singers. Thank you to Mr. Braatz for developing and encouraging our district musicians. Olivia Duell performed a solo during the performance as well. Area instructors even joined their students for a song. Ithaca participants were: Kierra Atkinson, Megan Brisbois, Ira Coppernoll, Olivia Duell, Ryan Ghastin, Aubrey Olson, Diego Ortiz, Jaci Rosenow, Karissa Willis.
Ithaca Schools is closed on Thursday, January 31, 2019. 4K screening is also cancelled.
The Band Field trip for grades 5 - 8 is this Friday, Feb 1
-We will leave school at 8:00 am & return at 2:30 pm
-Do not leave valuables on the bus
-Caps/Hats must stay on the bus
-Dress casual. If you have Badger attire, wear it
-Bring money for lunch at the mall food court
Developmental/4K Screening will be cancelled on Wednesday, January 30th. Parents will be contacted by phone or District announcement when a make-up date is determined. Thank you!
Ithaca Schools will be closed Wednesday, January 30, 2019 due to the weather. Please stay safe.
Do not forget that Ithaca has an alert system to report anything that affects school:
https://ithaca-wi.safeschoolsalert.com/
Log on and share all the great things (or any concerns) at Ithaca on your cold/snow day!
Due to the freezing temperatures, Ithaca will be closed Tuesday, January 29, 2019.
The Ithaca Vision and Mission planning for tonight, January 28, 2019 has been cancelled.