From breakfast and lunch menus to highlights of past and upcoming events - Here is what is happening at Ithaca - October 24 2023 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbQOWNYG7pE
Congratulations to our Trunk-or-Treat winners: 1st place - Justin Manning Family, 2nd place - Sabrina Fargen Family, and 3rd place - Brittany Penfield Family.
It was a great evening, with a great turn out. We had roughly 56 people in attendance with 8 decorated trunks. Remember we do this annually, so you have plenty of time to think about your design for next year! Check out the Ithaca PTSO Facebook page for more photos, upcoming events, and meetings. The Ithaca PTSO is open to all staff and Ithaca parents/guardians.
The Ithaca/RC Horse Club will be competing in the WIHA (Wis Interscholastic Horsemanship Association) State Competition on October 27-29. This event will be held at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison.
The following Ithaca students will be attending and participating: Senior- Josie Laue, Juniors- Maggie Kershner and Arianna Louis, Freshman- Annabeth Sprecher and 8th grader- Ellie Otto. RC student: 8th grader- Esme Rohn. Our Horse team coaches are: Jennifer Laue and Kathleen Schoen.
These riders and their horses will be competing in the following events: Trail, Ranch Riding, Showmanship classes, Bareback, Walk/Trot, Saddle Seat and Hunt Seat Equitation, Hunter Hack, Western Horsemanship, Barrels, Poles, Key Race and Two-Person Relay.
Congratulations on your accomplishments in making it to State!
We wish our Lady Bulldog riders & their horses ‘Good Luck’!
Congratulations to the Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country teams! On Saturday, October 21st they competed at the sectional meet hosted by LaCrosse Logan on the Maple Grove Country Club grounds. The boys team placed 3rd overall and missed State as a team by a single place. The girls ran great and finished 5th overall. Richland Center/Ithaca did advance three runners! Ryan Stadler, Clayton Lee, and Kaylee Peterson all qualified for the State Championship race. Ryan placed 4th overall in the boys race, while Clayton Lee placed 9th. Kaylee Peterson placed 3rd overall in the girls race. They will take on the State’s best runners in Wisconsin Rapids on Saturday.
To get 2023 RC/I State Meet gear, order by noon on Tuesday, October 24th using this link. Gear should be in-hand by Thursday evening https://rcistate23.itemorder.com/shop/home/
The Ithaca salad bar is available to ALL students that eat hot lunch and available as a "Salad Bar only" option for adults at just $3. Great LOCAL things ARE happening at Ithaca, everyday!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Oct 23, 2023
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Teriyaki Chicken w/ rice, Second Choice: Hot turkey sandwich, Cooked carrots, applesauce, WG dinner roll
From Coach Mindham:
Congratulations to the Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country teams! On Saturday, October 21st they competed at the sectional meet hosted by LaCrosse Logan on the Maple Grove Country Club grounds. The boys team placed 3rd overall and missed State as a team by a single place. The girls ran great and finished 5th overall. Richland Center/Ithaca did advance three runners! Ryan Stadler, Clayton Lee, and Kaylee Peterson all qualified for the State Championship race. Ryan placed 4th overall in the boys race, while Clayton Lee placed 9th. Kaylee Peterson placed 3rd overall in the girls race. They will take on the State’s best runners in Wisconsin Rapids on Saturday.
The 2023 WIAA State Cross Country meet is held at the Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids. Tickets are only sold and available online from a mobile phone at https://gofan.co/event/1111684?schoolId=WIAA2. Ryan and Clayton will race in the Division 2 boys race at 12:35pm. Kaylee will race in the Division 2 girls race at 2:25pm. Be aware that there is NOT general parking permitted at the race course, so plan accordingly to account for park-and-ride or walking time.
To get 2023 RC/I State Meet gear, order by noon on Tuesday, October 24th using this link. Gear should be in-hand by Thursday evening https://rcistate23.itemorder.com/shop/home/
From Ithaca Football:
Youth football for 3rd-5th graders has begun, but there’s still time to participate! Meet at the football field for practice from 6pm-7pm. These practices are meant to be a fun way to explore and grow in football. Bring a friend! Practices are 10/23, and 10/26 from 6pm until 7pm on the HS football field. Contact Jed Scallon with questions at 608/495-4129.
From the Ithaca Music Boosters:
Return coffee fundraiser forms and money to Mrs Thompson today if you haven’t done so already.
There will be a Music Boosters meeting Thursday, October 26th at 6:00pm at the High School. Agenda items include electing officers and discussing fundraising.
From Coaches Ihm and Jones:
Reminder Middle school boys basketball practice will start today October 23rd after school.
From Mrs. Zorea:
There is a National Honor Society meeting for current members in the Library on Monday, October 23rd during Attack.
From Ms. Durkin:
There will be a student council meeting this Thursday October, 26th during ATTACK.
From the Kitchen:
Adults may now get a salad from the salad bar for $3.
From Mrs. Pluemer:
October is Substance Misuse Awareness month. Each day this week we will present a trivia question about substance use. The first class to call in with the correct answer will win a prize for the day. Here is the question for today...
Which drug (associated with vaping) can slow brain development in teens and affect memory, concentration, learning, self-control, attention, and mood, and increase the risk of other types of addiction later in life? Answer: Nicotine
We're working toward a drug-free community!
From breakfast and lunch menus to highlights of past and upcoming events - Here is what is happening at Ithaca - October 23 2023 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sXofnRInR8
Congratulations to RC/I Cross Country runners, Kaylee Peterson, Clayton Lee, and Ryan Stadler (Richland Center)! These outstanding runners qualified for the State Meet next Saturday, October 28th in Wisconsin Rapids. (Full details on Saturday's race will be shared Monday.)
Get your gear to support our favorite competitors by ordering before noon on Tuesday, October 24th. Orders will be in-hand by Thursday evening.
https://rcistate23.itemorder.com/shop/home/
It's lunchtime, and just LOOK at that Ithaca salad bar! It is offered to staff and students EVERY school day!
Today marks the end of School Bus Safety Week. We should have safety in mind EVERY week. Thanks for looking out for buses and students!
October is Substance misuse prevention month. We all can do our part.
Lets go Bulldogs!
Sounds like a spook-tacular time today!
Just a reminder to Ithaca families that tomorrow, Friday, October 20th there is NO SCHOOL. This scheduled day off is in response to the two nights of parent/teacher conferences this week. There is no school for students and also staff.
The Ithaca Lions Club will hold a pancake breakfast fundraiser on November 12 from 7 AM to 1 PM at the Ithaca School Commons. $10 for adults, $5 for students, with pre schoolers free. All proceeds will go to Summer Roh. There will be a bake sale and auction and the breakfast will include pancakes, scrambled eggs, applesauce, cheese, ham and milk. If you would like to donate to the sale or auction, please call Deb at 608-475-1434 Kasey at 608-604-5833 or Kally at 608-604-9474.
Here is what is happening at Ithaca - October 19 2023 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VcnYDLOB88&t=22s
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thurs, Oct 19, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Mini Corn Dogs, Second Choice: Ham & Cheese Wraps, Corn, Applesauce, WG Sliced Bread
From Ithaca Football:
Youth football for 3rd-5th graders has begun, but there’s still time to participate! Meet at the football field for practice from 6pm-7pm. A generous football fan will throw a pizza party for the players in the grade that has the highest percentage of participation for all 6 practices. These practices are meant to be a fun way to explore and grow in football. Bring a friend! Practices are 10/19, 10/23, and 10/26 from 6pm until 7pm on the HS football field. Contact Jed Scallon with questions at 608/495-4129.
From Mrs. Pluemer and Mrs. Stellner:
Middle and High School Sources of Strength will meet today, Oct. 19th during ATTACK in the LMC. Please read the email from Mrs. Pluemer before then and come with ideas.
From the Ithaca Music Boosters:
There is currently a Brewhaha Roasters coffee fundraiser going on right now until October 20th. Find your favorite band or choir student to get your locally roasted whole bean or ground coffee. Funds raised support spring band and choir trips directly to that student! Money will be collected at the time of ordering, and delivery will be in time for Christmas gifts! Return forms and money to Mrs Thompson.
There will be a Music Boosters meeting next Thursday, October 26th at 6:00pm at the High School. Agenda items include electing officers and discussing fundraising.
From PTSO:
The PTSO will hold their annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 20. Trunk decorating will be from 4:30-5 pm and trunk-or-treating will be from 5-6 pm. This will be held in the North parking lot of the high school. If any trunk decorator needs candy to be provided, please reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
From Coaches Ihm and Jones:
The sign-up sheet for middle school boys basketball is now up on the office window. Practice will start October 23rd after school.
From Mrs. Pluemer:
October is Substance Misuse Awareness month. Next week (October 23rd-27th) we’ll have some substance use trivia with prizes, a game, and videos to view.
From Mrs. Zorea:
There is a National Honor Society meeting for current members in the Library on Monday, October 23rd during Attack.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
Seniors: If you did not attend Monday’s meeting with Jostens, your packet must be picked up from Mrs Stellner as soon as possible. An email to assist you with ordering has been sent to each senior. Orders must be placed by November 19th. Any late processing fees assessed will be the responsibility of the senior.
From the Kitchen:
Adults may now get a salad from the salad bar for $3.
Birthdays
Elementary: Sat, Oct 21-Sofia Weber; Sun, Oct 22-Paislee Wiedenfeld
MS/HS: Fri, Oct 20-Brock Martyniuk; Fri, Oct 20-Nolen Waldner
Staff: Sun, Oct 22-Mrs Stellner
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