Ithaca School District

Would you like to be a part of Ithaca Education? The Ithaca district is looking to hire bus drivers. Email Brook Hackl for more information brooke.hackl@ithaca.k12.wi.us or call Ithaca at 608-585-2512 to become part of the Ithaca TEAM!

Adam Hess here, if you follow me on Facebook or listen to me on the radio then you know I fancy myself as somewhat of a HOME CHEF, a food connoisseur, and a bit of an amateur food reviewer. I never thought I would be compelled to review a school lunch, yet here we are at Ithaca. Today's lunch was billed as "Orange Chicken Bowl with Brown Rice and Asian Vegetable Blend" and "coleslaw" but it was SOOO much more. Julie Severance brought together a homemade orange sauce recipe, brown rice, and Asian vegetables with a simply delectable coleslaw, authored by Marla Smith. The homemade taste (because it WAS) of this meal was deliberate, bold, and most of all DELICIOUS! The orange chicken was tender, the veggies snapped with a slight crunch, the peppers melted their way into my palate, and the sauce settled onto the taste buds and said WELCOME HOME. The coleslaw married creaminess and crispness into a PERFECT union for one of the best coleslaw I have indulged in for quite some time. All that AND a salad bar sourcing LOCAL foods and rivaling a restaurant. After a lunch like that all I have to say is......WHAT'S FOR DINNER?

Here is a quick reminder. There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Friday, at Ithaca. Aquí hay un recordatorio rápido. NO HABRÁ CLASES mañana viernes en Ithaca.

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It's Richland County Fair time! Ithaca Public Schools will be well-represented by our many students and community members who show, work, and volunteer at the fair. Check out their website for details https://fair.co.richland.wi.us/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFByh5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbfrSbbub8m3eY2G5vgKyAx0BjIEhYKy23J8ceH_79bF-k2zaF6lPk_HUw_aem_kdmVem4Z3NQ5VwyBWJ1hfQ

Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Thu Sept 5, 2024 Today is a Day 1 Lunch for today: First Choice: Orange chicken bowl w/ brown rice; Second Choice: Turkey & Swiss on WG bread; Coleslaw, pineapple, salad bar, milk From Mrs. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer: There will be a Sources of Strength meeting in the LMC Thursday, Sept. 5th, during ATTACK. Current Middle and High School Peer Leaders and those interested in learning more about Sources of Strength are invited to meet at that time. From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner: There will be a senior class meeting on Monday September 9th, during ATTACK in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room. From Mr. Herbst: Picture day is Tue, Sept 10. Flyers will be distributed when received from Lifetouch. From PTSO: Our first PTSO meeting of the year will be September 10 at 3:30 pm in room 103. We hope to see you there! From Mr. Klang: Please come out to support the High School Girls' and Boys' Basketball teams when they host a Culver’s Share Night on Wednesday, September 11th from 4-8 PM at the Richland Center Culver’s. From the Ithaca Music Boosters: There will be a meeting next Wednesday, Sept 11th at 6:00pm in the band room. We’ll discuss Homecoming plans and fundraising for the year. Families with students in all grade levels from K-12 are welcome to attend! From Mrs. Zorea: The deadline to submit your NHS application has been extended for one week. Scholars who are eligible to apply for membership in National Honor Society received an application in the mail over the summer. A digital application was also emailed to your school address today. Please return your applications to Mrs. Zorea in the Library, or to the school office to be placed in her mailbox by Friday, September 13th. From PTSO: Do you want to offer your time helping out? Do you want to earn hours towards scholarships or entries in a drawing? Do you need volunteer credit? If any of these fit you, consider volunteering for the PTSO. We are always looking for people to volunteer for things like: babysitting, working a shift at homecoming, helping run gingerbread night, attending a PTSO meeting, etc. If you are interested or would like more information, please reach out to Samantha Swenink at ithacaptso@gmail.com. From Mrs. Kershner: Youth Apprenticeship Students- Please check your school email in regards to the Youth Apprenticeship Program. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kershner. Also, if you are a Junior or Senior wanting to know more about the Youth Apprenticeship Program, please stop in Mrs. Kershner’s office. Thank you. From Mrs. Stellner: The weight room will be open Friday morning from 6 am to 7:20 am. BIRTHDAYS: Elementary - none; Middle School - Odin Alexander; High School - Sam Clary; Faculty & Staff - none

School is back in session, and Ithaca Bulldogs are starting strong by finding books they love. Quotes from our 1st grade students. "My favorite part about the library is all the books!" "Checking out books is my favorite part of Library class!

Ithaca is looking for donations for our "Blessing in a Bag". "Blessing in a Bag" is part of the Bulldog Boutique, and our goal is to send snacks or small lunches home with students in need, for the weekend. We would be SO appreciative of donations of non- perishable food. Some ideas are: Granola bars (no nuts) cereal bars, single-serving oatmeal and cereals, fruit cups, raisins, applesauce (squeeze or cups), cheese crackers (no peanut butter please), goldfish crackers, graham crackers, fruit snacks, beef jerky sticks, pop-top ravioli or spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, chicken noodle or tomato soup, ramen noodles, fruit juice boxes, small bottles of water and more. Remember we ask PLEASE NO PEANUT BUTTER AND NO ITEMS REQUIRING REFRIGERATION. We could also use resealable, gallon storage bags (Ziplock style, any brand will work fine) to store the food in. The BLESSING IN A BAG will be handed out, discreetly, on Friday afternoons. Your generosity and kindness is so appreciated!

What's for lunch at Ithaca you ask? Local beef and bean nachos! The fabulous salad bar is back! Although the lunch line might "look" different, we're serving up the famous salad bar. Helping our youngest Bulldogs navigate the line, the experienced older students worked to help them make colorful and delicious choices.

Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Wed Sept 4, 2024 - Today is a Day 2 Lunch for today: First Choice - Beef & Bean Nachos with WG tortilla chips, Second Choice - Cheddarwurst or Polish sausage with WG bun; Corn, fresh cantaloupe From Mrs. Thompson: There will be a Freshmen Class Meeting in Mrs.Stellner’s room during 4th hour Today, Sept. 4th. From Mrs. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer: There will be a Sources of Strength meeting in the LMC Thursday, Sept. 5th, during ATTACK. Current Middle and High School Peer Leaders and those interested in learning more about Sources of Strength are invited to meet at that time. From Mr. Herbst: Picture day is Tue, Sept 10. Flyers will be distributed when received from Lifetouch. From PTSO: Our first PTSO meeting of the year will be September 10 at 3:30 pm in room 103. We hope to see you there! From Mrs. Zorea: Scholars who are eligible to apply for membership in National Honor Society received an application in the mail over the summer. A digital application was also emailed to your school address today. Please return your applications to Mrs. Zorea in the Library, or to the school office to be placed in her mailbox by Friday, September 6th. From Mrs. Kershner: Youth Apprenticeship Students- Please check your school email in regards to the Youth Apprenticeship Program. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kershner Also, if you are a Junior or Senior wanting to know more about the Youth Apprenticeship Program, please stop in Mrs. Kershner’s office. Thank you. From Mrs. Stellner: The weight room will be open Friday morning from 6 am to 7:20 am. WORD OF THE DAY: Ensconced: Someone or something ensconced is firmly placed or hidden. Ensconce can be a synonym of shelter and conceal, or of establish and settle. The sculpture is safely ensconced behind glass. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On September 4, 1886, Apache leader Geronimo surrenders to U.S. government troops. For 30 years, the Native American warrior had battled to protect his tribe’s homeland; however, by 1886 the Apaches were exhausted and outnumbered. General Nelson Miles accepted Geronimo’s surrender, making him the last Native American warrior to formally give in to U.S. forces and signaling the end of the Indian Wars in the Southwest. BIRTHDAYS: Elementary - Croy Calhoon; Middle School - none; High School - Alyssa Olson; Faculty & Staff - none

Food allergies need a serious discussion! Please read the following information from Nurse Wilson. ¡Las alergias alimentarias necesitan una discusión seria! Por favor lea la siguiente información. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u-MEnn-IvWjL2-zuz2oT3NYUK-BuZ57_JmrZ3waX2W4/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rx0Li8sdTixX445_YxLKkG3BFiBsjHUk7J6vGy6hBVQ/edit

The famous Ithaca PTSO Popcorn Fridays are back for the 2024-25 school year. Thanks to their generosity, various groups will host the sponsored Popcorn Fridays. Keep an eye open here as reminders come out. The first Popcorn Friday will be September 20th, hosted by and benefitting the 2nd Grade.

WELCOME BACK! Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Tue, Sept 03, 2024 Today is a Day 1 Lunch for today: First Choice - Hot Ham & Cheese w/WG bun; Second Choice - Parmesan Chicken Caesar Wrap; Baby carrots, dill dip, watermelon From Mr. Herbst: High School and Middle School will run a regular bell schedule today; however, Mr. Herbst will meet with each class throughout the day per the chart below. Students should report to their assigned classes at the beginning of each period; teachers will take attendance and then release students to the band room. From Mr. Klang: There will be a Junior Class Meeting in Mr.Fetterly’s room during ATTACK Today, Sept. 3rd. From Mr. Herbst: Picture day is Tuesday, September 10. Flyers will be distributed when received from Lifetouch. From Mrs. Zorea: Scholars who are eligible to apply for membership in National Honor Society received an application in the mail over the summer. A digital application was also emailed to your school address today. Please return your applications to Mrs. Zorea in the Library, or to the school office to be placed in her mailbox by Friday, September 6th. BIRTHDAYS: none

Soak up the last day of summer! Ithaca Public Schools welcomes students back to start the 2024-25 school year on Tuesday, September 3rd. See all you Bulldogs tomorrow!

The School District of Ithaca is seeking a full-time Middle and High School Band/Choir Director for the 2024-25 school year (one position). We are seeking an individual who will engage students to be creative and innovative in their musical pursuits, will plan lessons based on the WI Music Standards, and use the standards to assess student learning. Additionally, this person must be able to maintain a safe, respectful classroom and school environment and make a positive and substantial contribution to the school and district. The successful candidate will: • Incorporate differentiated instructional strategies into lesson planning and lesson delivery; • Develop and build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents; • Utilize evidence-based best practices; • Use assessments to plan, monitor, and assess student understanding; • Collaborate with other professionals; • Experience in or an understanding of the PLC process is preferred; and • Experience and/or understanding of RTI is preferred. Co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities may also be available. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree Must possess and maintain or be eligible to hold a current Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction license at the level and the content they are teaching. Compensation & Benefits: The District offers a highly competitive benefits package, including health, dental, long-term disability, and life insurances. Interested candidates should apply by completing a WECAN online application, the online cover letter. Attach a copy of your resume, transcripts, three (3) letters of professional reference and a copy of your current Wisconsin DPI license to your WECAN application. Ithaca School District is a progressive school district located in southwest Wisconsin amidst the beautiful ridges and valleys of Richland County. Ithaca is a community where hometown values and kids come first. Pride runs deep in the souls of our families, students, and staff. Wonderful activities abound in the fields, valleys, woods, and streams through the region. https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/219180

Here is an informational flyer and letter from Ithaca Superintendent, Mr. Greg Herbst. This literature will also be available on site during our Open House this evening from now until 6 PM. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D5ttArz-wQ8JcbHaiaDwjGkNxeV57KH6/view?usp=sharing

Helping our students get ready for school! Edward Jones did a school supply drive and dropped off supplies for Ithaca today. THANKS!!!!!

With school starting very soon, believe it or not Christmas is around the corner and the Ithaca Elf Shop is busy getting ready for our students to start their holiday shopping for family members. Help our little shop by donating decorative items, wall decor, Christmas decor, household items or those special mementos that mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, caregivers or siblings would love. Donations can be brought to Ithaca School. Any questions feel free to call or email Tina Ramsden at tina.ramsden@ithaca.k12.wi.us

What event brings excitement to every Ithaca alumni and causes thousands to wish they were alumni? Why it's the Ithaca School Fair and Homecoming, of course! There aren't many school fairs left in the state of Wisconsin, but the pride of Ithaca shines through at each school fair and homecoming, and this year is no different. Make plans to attend the 102nd Ithaca School Fair and 2024 Homecoming as we celebrate with the theme, Welcome to the Jungle! Find all your information on our website, or the Ithaca Fair Facebook page. Stay tuned as we highlight upcoming fair and homecoming events that you won't want to miss! https://www.facebook.com/IthacaFairWI

Are you ready?! Ithaca Public Schools welcomes students and families to Open House Night! Tomorrow, August 27th, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m, meet staff, drop off supplies, complete paperwork, and tour the building as Ithaca Public Schools opens its doors to kick off the 2024-2025 School Year.