Mascot Races will be back at the 101st Ithaca School Fair! Does your school, team, or business have a mascot costume and a fast runner to wear it? Sign up for the Mascot Race which will be held at 1 PM on the Football Field before the Homecoming Game. Contact Rob Richards at 608-585-2137 or at rob@richardsinsure.com to reserve your place in the race.
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Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Sept 20, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Second Choice: Hamburger, Baby carrots, apples slices, WG Hamburger buns
Reminder that picture day is tomorrow Thursday Sept. 21.
From Ms Schoen: (Elem)
A reminder to elementary teachers to put all student notes out by 8:30.
From Mr Nee and Ms. Sprecher:
The sophomore class will meet Wednesday during ATTACK. If you are in FCCLA, you should attend that meeting first.
From Mr. Klang:
Please come out to support the High School Girls and Boys Basketball Teams when they host a Culvers Share Night on Wed, Sep 20 from 4-8 PM at the Richland Center Culvers.
From Ms. Durkin:
There will be a student council meeting this Thursday, Sept 21 in the art room during ATTACK.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA (Fellowship Of Christian Athletes) will Kick off the year and gather for Huddle group on Thursday, Sep 21 at 7am in the Foods room. Join us for an encouraging devotion, breakfast and inspiring message! All are welcome to gather. Hope you’ll join us Thursday morning!
From Mrs. Pluemer and Mrs. Stellner:
Sources of Strength will be meeting Thursday, Sept 21st, during ATTACK. Peer Leaders who are not in Student Council, please meet in the LMC.
From Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Freshman Class meeting this Friday, Sept. 22 during ATTACK in Mrs. Burnley’s room.
From Mrs. Boland:
Anyone playing softball, come see Mrs. Boland to try on uniforms for this season.
From Ms. Schmitt:
Do you like singing, dancing, or acting? Do you dream about being in the spotlight? Community Players is holding auditions for “Elf: The Musical” on September 27, 28, and 29. CP wants actors and actresses of all ages and abilities - you don’t even have to sing or dance! Auditions will be held at the UW-Richland Coppertop Theatre at 6:30 each night. For more information or an audition packet, contact Ms. Schmitt in room 205 or stop in at the Brewer Public Library!
From Mrs. Kershner:
Youth Apprenticeship Seniors, please check your school email and send me a clear picture of you ‘on the job’. These pictures are due to Mrs. Kershner by Friday, September 29.
From the Office:
Any student who did not receive a picture packet, please stop in the office to pick one up. Pictures will be taken on Thursday.
The Ithaca Fair will be held Sat, Oct 7 on the school grounds. If you would like to enter in the fair, the fairbook can be found here: Ithaca Fair Premium Book. Enter online for the Ithaca Fair using FairEntry.com: http://2023IthacaFair.fairentry.com by Fri, Sep 29! If you have any questions about the fair, please contact Ms. Sprecher or Mrs. Deitelhoff or Annette Louis.
The Ithaca Fair Parade will be held on Sat, Oct 7 starting at 10:30 with line up at 10:00. To enter in the parade, please fill out the Parade Registration form found here: Parade Form
The Ithaca School Fair Horse show will be held Sun, Oct 15 starting at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse Farm at 27727 County Road BA towards Sextonville. You do not have to enter on FairEntry to participate in the Horse Show, just show up that morning. The show bill can be found here: Horse Show.
The deadline has passed to guarantee a shirt for the Ithaca Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge but you can still sign up for the race and get a cool swag bag of goodies and be entered for raffle prizes. Download the Bulldog Block Challenge form HERE. The race starts at 7 AM on Saturday, October 7 or you can do the virtual race option on your own this year again.
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters are again sponsoring the 2nd Annual Alumni Volleyball tournament to be played on Friday, October 6 starting at 5 PM in the Community Gym. Organize your team and download the Alumni Volleyball Entry Form here.
Do you like singing, dancing, or acting? Do you dream about being in the spotlight? Community Players is holding auditions for “Elf: The Musical” on September 27, 28, and 29. CP wants actors and actresses of all ages and abilities - you don’t even have to sing or dance! Auditions will be held at the UW-Richland Coppertop Theatre at 6:30 each night. For more information or an audition packet, contact Ms. Schmitt in room 205 or stop in at the Brewer Public Library!
Come support your favorite young showperson at the Little Britches show at the Ithaca Fair. The show will begin at 9:30 AM on Saturday, Oct. 7. For those that wish to participate, be sure to sign up on http://2023IthacaFair.fairentry.com under Little Britches.
Some of the digital resources available from / at Ithaca. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r04jAJG3ocA
You can find many wonderful resources located on our school website ( www.Ithaca.k12.wi.us ) including the Ithaca Library Resource Center. - https://sites.google.com/ithaca.k12.wi.us/librarymediacenter
A change in the lunch menu for tomorrow! Choice #1 is Barbeque Chicken Sandwich or Choice #2 Hamburger on WG Bun, Baked Beans, and Apple Slices.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue, Sept 19, 2023
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Cheddarwurst/WG Bun, Second Choice: Mexican Pasta/Breadstick, Hash Brown, Pineapple, Dessert
Reminder that picture day is Thursday Sept. 21.
From Ms Schoen:
A reminder to elementary teachers to put all student notes out by 8:30.
From Ms. Sprecher:
There will be an FFA meeting today, Tuesday, Sept. 19 during ATTACK. Officers will meet during lunch on Tuesday.
From Mr Nee and Ms. Sprecher:
The sophomore class will meet Wednesday during ATTACK. If you are in FCCLA, you should attend that meeting first.
From Mr. Klang:
Please come out to support the High School Girls and Boys Basketball Teams when they host a Culvers Share Night on Wed, Sep 20 from 4-8 PM at the Richland Center Culvers.
From Ms. Durkin:
There will be a student council meeting this Thursday, Sept 21 in the art room during ATTACK.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA (Fellowship Of Christian Athletes) will Kick off the year and gather for Huddle group on Thursday, Sep 21 at 7am in the Foods room. Join us for an encouraging devotion, breakfast and inspiring message! All are welcome to gather. Hope you’ll join us Thursday morning!
From Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Freshman Class meeting this Friday, Sept. 22 during ATTACK in Mrs. Burnley’s room.
From Mrs. Boland:
Anyone playing softball, come see Mrs. Boland to try on uniforms for this season.
From Ms. Schmitt:
Do you like singing, dancing, or acting? Do you dream about being in the spotlight? Community Players is holding auditions for “Elf: The Musical” on September 27, 28, and 29. CP wants actors and actresses of all ages and abilities - you don’t even have to sing or dance! Auditions will be held at the UW-Richland Coppertop Theatre at 6:30 each night. For more information or an audition packet, contact Ms. Schmitt in room 205 or stop in at the Brewer Public Library!
From the Office:
Any student who did not receive a picture packet, please stop in the office to pick one up. Pictures will be taken on Thursday.
The Ithaca Fair will be held Sat, Oct 7 on the school grounds. If you would like to enter in the fair, the fairbook can be found here: Ithaca Fair Premium Book. Enter online for the Ithaca Fair using FairEntry.com: http://2023IthacaFair.fairentry.com by Fri, Sep 29! If you have any questions about the fair, please contact Ms. Sprecher or Mrs. Deitelhoff or Annette Louis.
The Ithaca Fair Parade will be held on Sat, Oct 7 starting at 10:30 with line up at 10:00. To enter in the parade, please fill out the Parade Registration form found here: Parade Form
The Ithaca School Fair Horse show will be held Sun, Oct 15 starting at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse Farm at 27727 County Road BA towards Sextonville. You do not have to enter on FairEntry to participate in the Horse Show, just show up that morning. The show bill can be found here: Horse Show.
The deadline has passed to guarantee a shirt for the Ithaca Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge but you can still sign up for the race and get a cool swag bag of goodies and be entered for raffle prizes. Download the Bulldog Block Challenge form HERE. The race starts at 7 AM on Saturday, October 7 or you can do the virtual race option on your own this year again.
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters are again sponsoring the 2nd Annual Alumni Volleyball tournament to be played on Friday, October 6 starting at 5 PM in the Community Gym. Organize your team and download the Alumni Volleyball Entry Form here.
Word of the Day:
Abstain: verb, to choose to not do or have that thing. Abstain can also mean specifically "to choose not to vote." The doctor insisted that Drew abstain from eating for at least 12 hours before his blood test.
Birthdays:
Elementary: Tanner Swenink
MS/HS: none
Staff: none
The deadline has passed to guarantee a shirt for the Ithaca Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge but you can still sign up for the race and get a cool swag bag of goodies and be entered for raffle prizes. Download the Bulldog Block Challenge form and submit to the district office, Richards Insurance, or Kourtni Urban. The race starts at 7 AM on Saturday, October 7 or you can do the virtual race option on your own this year again.
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Picture day is coming!
Lunch for today
First Choice: Fish Sticks
Second Choice: BBQ/WG Bun
Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, WG Dinner Roll
Reminder that picture day is Thursday Sept. 21.
From Mr. Herbst:
Congratulations to the girls’ volleyball team on their victory last night, and a resounding shout-out to the student body for representing Ithaca in a manner for which to be proud.
From Ms Schoen: (Elem)
A reminder to elementary teachers to put all student notes out by 8:30.
From Ms. Sprecher
Concessions tonight is FFA National convention group.
There will be an FFA meeting on Tuesday during ATTACK. Officers will meet during lunch on Tuesday.
From Mr Nee and Ms. Sprecher.
The sophomore class will meet Wednesday during ATTACK. If you are in FCCLA, you should attend that meeting first.
From Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country:
Join the Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country team for a fun run on Sep 18! The race is free, with free-will donations being welcome. All funds go directly to the RC/I CC team. Celebrate our seniors and meet the team. They will be running in the fun run, but not to win, so you have a chance! Top three finishers in each age category will win an award. Register at 1996 Hwy 14, Richland Center (RCHS), from 3:45 until 4:45, and the first run will begin at 5:00pm. Awards and senior recognition will begin at 6:30 pm.
From Mr. Klang:
Please come out to support the High School Girls and Boys Basketball Teams when they host a Culvers Share Night on Wed, Sep 20 from 4-8 PM at the Richland Center Culvers.
From Ms. Durkin:
There will be a student council meeting this Thursday, Sept 21 in the art room during ATTACK.
From Mrs. Boland (Remove Sept. 21)
Anyone playing softball, come see Mrs. Boland to try on uniforms for this season.
The Ithaca Fair will be held Sat, Oct 7 on the school grounds. If you would like to enter in the fair, the fairbook can be found here: Ithaca Fair Premium Book. Enter online for the Ithaca Fair using FairEntry.com: http://2023IthacaFair.fairentry.com by Fri, Sep 29! If you have any questions about the fair, please contact Ms. Sprecher or Mrs. Deitelhoff or Annette Louis.
The Ithaca Fair Parade will be held on Sat, Oct 7 starting at 10:30 with line up at 10:00. To enter in the parade, please fill out the Parade Registration form found here: Parade Form
The Ithaca School Fair Horse show will be held Sun, Oct 15 starting at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse Farm at 27727 County Road BA towards Sextonville. You do not have to enter on FairEntry to participate in the Horse Show, just show up that morning. The show bill can be found here: Horse Show.
Word of the Day:
Fallible, adjective, means “capable of making mistakes or being wrong.” // We can be too hard on ourselves at times and often need gentle reminders that everyone is fallible.
This Day in History:
On September 18, 1793, George Washington lays the cornerstone to the United States Capitol building, the home of the legislative branch of American government. The building would take nearly a century to complete.
From Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country:
Join the Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country team for a fun run on Sep 18! The race is free, with free-will donations being welcome. All funds go directly to the RC/I CC team. Celebrate our seniors and meet the team. They will be running in the fun run, but not to win, so you have a chance! Top three finishers in each age category will win an award. Register at 1996 Hwy 14, Richland Center (RCHS), from 3:45 until 4:45, and the first run will begin at 5:00pm. Awards and senior recognition will begin at 6:30 pm.
Join the Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country team for a fun run on September 18th! The race is free, with free-will donations being welcome. All funds go directly to the RC/I CC team. Celebrate our seniors and meet the team. They will be running in the fun run, but not to win, so you have a chance! Top three finishers in each age category will win an award. Register at 1996 Hwy 14, Richland Center (RCHS), from 3:45 until 4:45, and the first run will begin at 5:00pm. Awards and senior recognition will begin at 6:30pm.
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters' invites Ithaca alumna players to form a team to register a team in the 2nd Annual Alumni Volleyball Tournament. If interested, please post to event page or direct message Brittany Niemeyer with:
🏐 Team Name
🏐 Team Captain - Contact Person
🏐 Team Roster
A formal Team Registration Form will then be sent to the Captain for completion.
There is a $25 Team Fee, which will all go directly to the Volleyball Booster Club.
Games will take place the Friday before homecoming on Oct. 6th, in the Community (Old) Gym. Game times and tournament style are TBD based on interest.
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Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Fri, Sept 15, 2023
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Club Sandwich, Second Choice: Parmesan Chicken, Corn, Blueberries, WG Dinner roll, Dessert
From Mr. Herbst:
Congratulations to the girls’ volleyball team on their victory last night, and a resounding shout-out to the student body for representing Ithaca in a manner for which to be proud.
From Ms Schoen:
A reminder to elementary teachers to put all student notes out by 8:30.
From Ms. Schoen:
Do you have a study hall and would like something to do? Send Ms Schoen an email. schokat@ithaca.k12.wi.us
From PTSO:
Our first Popcorn Friday is today. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person.
From Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Freshman class meeting on Fri, Sep 15 during ATTACK in Mrs. Burnley’s room.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
There will be a senior class meeting on Fri, Sep 15 during ATTACK in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room.
From Mr. Klang:
There will be a junior class meeting on Fri, Sep 15 during ATTACK in Mr. Klang’s room.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Current members of NHS: Your community service hours documentation sheets are due Fri, Sep 15. Please check your email from Mrs. Zorea for a copy of the documentation form.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Scholars invited to apply to join NHS: If you received a letter inviting you to apply to join the National Honor Society over the summer, your application is due to Mrs. Zorea by Fri, Sep 15. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Zorea.
From Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country:
Join the Richland Center/Ithaca Cross Country team for a fun run on Sep 18! The race is free, with free-will donations being welcome. All funds go directly to the RC/I CC team. Celebrate our seniors and meet the team. They will be running in the fun run, but not to win, so you have a chance! Top three finishers in each age category will win an award. Register at 1996 Hwy 14, Richland Center (RCHS), from 3:45 until 4:45, and the first run will begin at 5:00pm. Awards and senior recognition will begin at 6:30 pm.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff:
There will be an FCCLA Meeting on Mon, Sep 18 during ATTACK in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room. All are welcome!
From Mr. Klang:
Please come out to support the High School Girls and Boys Basketball Teams when they host a Culvers Share Night on Wed, Sep 20 from 4-8 PM at the Richland Center Culvers.
From Mrs. Boland:
Anyone playing softball come see Mrs. Boland to try on uniforms for this season.
The Ithaca School Foundation will be sponsoring the Big Block Challenge Race again this year. Register by Sat, Sep 16 to guarantee a shirt. The entry form can be found: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jYfuT2ztJd5Gb805EuHnWMk9ZcuY3qGy/view.
The Ithaca Fair will be held Sat, Oct 7 on the school grounds. If you would like to enter in the fair, the fairbook can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19zIvQpmUQp269AVZiI4ikFCdQPfQ1aHT/view?usp=sharing. Enter online for the Ithaca Fair using FairEntry.com: http://2023IthacaFair.fairentry.com by Fri, Sep 29! If you have any questions about the fair, please contact Ms. Sprecher or Mrs. Deitelhoff or Annette Louis.
The Ithaca Fair Parade will be held on Sat, Oct 7 starting at 10:30 with line up at 10:00. To enter in the parade, please fill out the Parade Registration form found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WQ2M2QefNDuTR-QxrXupyHOzuuSEuj9q/view?usp=sharing
The Ithaca School Fair Horse show will be held Sun, Oct 15 starting at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse Farm at 27727 County Road BA towards Sextonville. You do not have to enter on FairEntry to participate in the Horse Show, just show up that morning. The show bill can be found https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ovSB1bbbLlPPQXugNXf6aYi59PVTKSdZ/view?usp=sharing.
Word of the Day: To abstain from something is to choose to not do or have that thing. Abstain can also mean specifically "to choose not to vote." The doctor insisted that Drew abstain from eating for at least 12 hours before his blood test.
This Day in History: On September 15, 1858, the new Overland Mail Company sent out its first two stages, inaugurating government mail service between the eastern and western regions of the nation.
Birthdays:
Elementary: Sat, Sept 16-Selma Wunnicke
Staff: Mrs. Steinmetz
The Ithaca School Fair Horse show will be held Sunday, October 15 starting at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse Farm at 27727 County Road BA towards Sextonville. You do not have to enter on FairEntry to participate in the Horse Show, just show up that morning. The show bill can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ovSB1bbbLlPPQXugNXf6aYi59PVTKSdZ/view
Popcorn Friday!!! Tomorrow is the first Popcorn Friday of the school year. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thurs, Sept 14, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Cheeseburger/WG Bun, Second Choice: Spaghetti Meat Sauce, Baked Chips, Carrots/Dip, Applesauce
From Mr. Herbst:
A reminder to teachers to record your lunch counts in Skyward with your first period attendance.
From Ms Schoen: (Elem)
A reminder to elementary teachers to put all student notes out by 830.
From Ms. Schoen: (HS)
Do you have a study hall and would like something to do? Send Ms Schoen an email. schokat@ithaca.k12.wi.us
From Mrs. Behrens:
High School Band Students: This is a reminder that your Florida trip deposit and commitment is due on Thursday to Mrs. Behrens.
From Ms. Sprecher:
Thursday Concessions is Freshman class. The schedule for volleyball concessions is available. If your group would like to do concessions, please let Ms. Sprecher know. If no group signs up, there may not be concessions for that game.
From Ms. Durkin:
There will be a student council meeting for the newly elected student council members this Thursday Sept 14th, during ATTACK in the art room. Congratulations to your newly elected Ithaca Student Council members.
Representatives are as follows:
Freshmen- Ethan Birkrem, Isaiah Fargen, Callie Muckler, Kerrick Thompson; Sophomores - Izzie Ortiz, Clayton Lee, Devin Ihm, Keegan Jones; Juniors - Kailey Newkirk, Maggie Kershner, Sammy Clary, Tristen Peterson; Seniors - Emma Coy, Kaylee Miller, Kaylee Peterson, Alivya Young.
From Ms Schoen: (elem)
Act Now! Girls on the Run Registration Ends September 14. A unique and special opportunity for girls in grades 3-5, Girls on the Run is a curriculum-based program designed to empower girls to harness their full potential through understanding, valuing, teamwork, and critical life skills. There is a program site in Richland Center. Practices take place Tuesdays and Thursdays, after school, September 12 through November 7. Transportation option available. Contact Lori at 444-7291 or LLPulvermacher@gmail.com to learn more. Check out GOTR online: girlsontherunscwi.org
From Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Freshman class meeting on Friday, September 15 during ATTACK in Mrs. Burnley’s room. Also, the freshmen are working concessions at Thursday’s volleyball game. We need more student workers. See Mrs Thompson or Mrs Burnley.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
There will be a senior class meeting on Friday, September 15 during ATTACK in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room.
From PTSO:
Our first Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, September 15. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Current members of NHS: Your community service hours documentation sheets are due Fri, Sep 15. Please check your email from Mrs. Zorea for a copy of the documentation form.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Scholars invited to apply to join NHS: If you received a letter inviting you to apply to join the National Honor Society over the summer, your application is due to Mrs. Zorea by Fri, Sep 15. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Zorea.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff:
There will be an FCCLA Meeting on Monday, September 18th during ATTACK in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room. All are welcome!
The Ithaca Fair will be held Saturday, October 7 on the school grounds. If you would like to enter in the fair, the fairbook can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19zIvQpmUQp269AVZiI4ikFCdQPfQ1aHT/view?fbclid=IwAR1vE47wZBFBRg2ABiEzQfxikRjIAuE2XdW-wj1Q7Xs5jFPD0MiOGw_tAQo Enter online for the Ithaca Fair using FairEntry.com: http://2023IthacaFair.fairentry.com by Friday, September 29! If you have any questions about the fair, please contact Ms. Sprecher or Mrs. Deitelhoff or Annette Louis.
The Ithaca School Foundation will be sponsoring the Big Block Challenge Race again this year. Register by Saturday, September 16 to guarantee a shirt. The entry form can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jYfuT2ztJd5Gb805EuHnWMk9ZcuY3qGy/view
The Ithaca School Fair Horse show will be held Sunday, October 15 starting at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse Farm at 27727 County Road BA towards Sextonville. You do not have to enter on FairEntry to participate in the Horse Show, just show up that morning. The show bill can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ovSB1bbbLlPPQXugNXf6aYi59PVTKSdZ/view
The Ithaca Fair Parade will be held on October 7 starting at 10:30 with line up at 10. To enter in the parade, please fill out the Parade Registration form found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WQ2M2QefNDuTR-QxrXupyHOzuuSEuj9q/view
Birthdays:
Elementary: none
MS/HS: Aydan Phillips
As of 7 pm, the internet outage affecting Ithaca and other districts has been resolved. There was a fiber cut near Dubuque. It now appears all districts affected have regained network access