Ithaca School District

Due to extreme heat, Ithaca Middle School Volleyball will not hold practice tonight.

Is the Ithaca Bulldog Childcare Center right for you and your student? Call or email for all the details. 608 459 0163 • lyn.rieder@ithaca.k12.wi.us •

Picture day is almost here! School picture day is scheduled for Tue, Sep 10, 2024, from 7:00—11:00 AM Retakes are scheduled for Tue, Oct 08, 2024, from 9:00—10:30 AM

Just about ready for school to start? While our staff ready the buildings and grounds, families are readying their students for the start of the 2024-25 School Year. Uses these supplies lists to make sure you have what you need. If purchasing supplies is a concern for you and your family, contact your student's teacher or principal. Ithaca has resources to assist! 4K-Grade 5 Lists https://docs.google.com/document/d/1507lrcufUf9pSHK84HaIf88pwXyxnzQaIbIk6J5BTdY/edit?usp=sharing Grades 6-8 Lists https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lmn8BCZYPYNpbjER5NMFqsZVTrEiM39HsVsTmXqgUQg/edit?usp=sharing

If you are a High School student and have any questions or concerns with your schedule, basic college classes/requirements, academic development or Youth Apprenticeship/School to Work opportunity- stop by to see Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner. They will be available to assist you and provide student support during our OPEN HOUSE on Wednesday, August 28th from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Ithaca Public Schools.

Ithaca Public Schools welcomes students back to start the 2024-25 school year on Tuesday, September 3rd. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we will see all our Bulldogs soon!

Ithaca Middle School Volleyball will have a sign up/open gym on Tuesday (Aug 20) and Thursday Evening (Aug 22) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in the Community Gym. Practice will start on Monday, August 26 at 3:30pm until 5:30pm. Please contact Brooke Hackl if you have any questions or are not able to make an evening to sign up. Brooke Hackl at brooke.hackl@ithaca.k12.wi.us or 608-585-2512

There is still plenty of summer to enjoy, but mark your calendar! Students and families are welcome to attend Open House Night on Wednesday, August 28th from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Ithaca Public Schools. Families will have the opportunity to meet staff, drop off supplies, and complete or pick up paperwork.

Ithaca needs YOU! We are looking for an Assistant Middle School Football Coach and an Assistant Middle School Volleyball Coach. Please stop by the school and get your application today, application deadline is Monday August 12th by noon. Do you know someone that would be perfect for these positions? Please pass this along!

Ithaca Public Schools Safety Committee continuously strives to improve the safety of our school for our students, staff, and community. Some of our initiatives are arranging CPR certification classes for staff, evaluating and improving emergency drills and exercises, and collaborating with area emergency management organizations. The group meets once a month, typically the third Tuesday each month, after school. If you are a parent or community member interested in being an active committee member, please reach out to Paula Boland paula.boland@ithaca.k12.wi.us, Juli Thompson Juli.Thompson@ithaca.k12.wi.us or your child’s administrator. You may call the school office to leave a message during normal business hours at 608/585-2311. The first meeting of the year will be next Wednesday, July 31st at 3:00 p.m. in the LMC.

El Comité de Seguridad de las Escuelas Públicas de Ithaca se esfuerza continuamente por mejorar la seguridad de nuestra escuela para nuestros estudiantes, personal y comunidad. Algunas de nuestras iniciativas son organizar clases de certificación de RCP para el personal, evaluar y mejorar los simulacros y ejercicios de emergencia, y colaborar con organizaciones de manejo de emergencias del área. El grupo se reúne una vez al mes, generalmente el tercer martes de cada mes, después de la escuela. Si usted es un padre/madre/tutor o miembro de la comunidad interesado en ser un miembro activo del comité, comuníquese con Paula Boland paula.boland@ithaca.k12.wi.us, Juli Thompson Juli.Thompson@ithaca.k12.wi.us con el administrador de su hijo. Puede llamar a la oficina de la escuela para dejar un mensaje durante el horario normal al 608-585-2311. La primera reunión del año será el próximo miércoles 31 de julio a las 15:00 horas en la biblioteca.

Hola! The School District of Ithaca is seeking a full-time Spanish Teacher for Middle School/High School for the 2024-25 school year. Candidates should possess a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Certification (#1365) or equivalent certification that allows them to teach Spanish. The successful candidate will develop and implement a variety of interesting and motivational activities, display strong leadership skills, utilize exemplary classroom management skills, demonstrate excellent oral and written communication abilities, have experience and knowledge of best practices and strong interpersonal skills. 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. You can apply at WECAN or contact brooke.hackl@ithaca.k12.wi.us for more information. https://wecan.waspa.org/

Our students continue their journey through the greater Washington DC area. Today's multiple posts will look back at their experiences visiting The Declaration of Independence, Capitol Hill, Supreme Court, and Mount Vernon. A few of the pictures in Mount Vernon include: the bed George Washington passed away in and his dining room along with the desk that he had built and corresponded with everyone in our young nation and abroad.

Our students continue their journey through the greater Washington DC area. Today's multiple posts will look back at their experiences visiting The Declaration of Independence, Capitol Hill, Supreme Court, and Mount Vernon. A few of the pictures in Mount Vernon include: the bed George Washington passed away in and his dining room along with the desk that he had built and corresponded with everyone in our young nation and abroad.

Ithaca students are currently touring Washington D.C. Memories (and GREAT photo ops) are being made. Our students learned about MLK , visited the Gettysburg National Military Park, and more! Special thanks to Peg Durkin and Chay Schmitt for the pictures.

Congratulations to Ithaca's graduated senior Josie Laue and Richland Center's incoming senior Keegan Cooley as both will be competing this week in the 2024 National High School Rodeo Finals in Wyoming. It will be a busy week for Josie, as she will be competing in the following events: Barrel Racing: Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon Girls Cutting: Monday afternoon and Friday morning Breakaway Roping : Tuesday morning and Thursday afternoon Goat Tying: Wednesday morning and afternoon Keegan will be competing in the following events: Boys Cutting: Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon Tie-down Roping: Monday morning and Friday afternoon Steer Wrestling: Wednesday morning and afternoon Congratulations to both Josie and Keegan, as they represent Southwest Wisconsin in Wyoming! The 2024 National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) will take place from July 14th to July 20th at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs, Wyoming. The event will feature over 1,700 competitors from various countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Mexico​ (NHSRA)​​ (Sweetwater Events Complex)​. Key events include 13 rodeo performances, four competition arenas, a large vendor trade show, the Queen Contest, and shooting competitions. Additionally, there will be various family-friendly activities and opportunities for community involvement​.

Congratulations to the Weston Trap Team. The Weston Trap Team has 8 kids that will be competing in the national tournament. Coming off a 4th place finish at the state tournament and winning the spring conference. The team had just an outstanding season and they plan to keeping it going. 2 members of the team are /were Ithaca students. Danny Feryance is a graduated senior and making his 4th trip to nationals carrying a 23.8 season avg. He will be in the team and individual events. Owen Feryance is an incoming junior and will be making his 2nd trip to nationals. He has a season average of 23.1 and will be competing in the individual event. Weston team members include: Brianna Clark, Lilyanna Kast, Gavin Kast, Mason King, and Hayden Verthein.

Ithaca students are currently touring Washington D.C. Memories (and GREAT photo ops) are being made. Our students learned about MLK , visited the Gettysburg National Military Park, and more! Special thanks to Peg Durkin and Chay Schmitt for the pictures.

Ithaca students are currently touring Washington D.C. Memories (and GREAT photo ops) are being made. Ithaca graduate, Laurel Richards talked with the students in an impromptu break and told them about her work at the White House. Special thanks to Peg Durkin and Chay Schmitt for the pictures.

Ithaca students are currently touring Washington D.C. Memories (and GREAT photo ops) are being made. Ithaca graduate, Laurel Richards talked with the students in an impromptu break and told them about her work at the White House. Special thanks to Peg Durkin and Chay Schmitt for the pictures.