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.
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 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.
https://fb.me/e/epxmCjXDe
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
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.
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
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
You can find ALL THINGS 101st Ithaca School Fair on our website and app!
Using our "News" tab on the website or app, check out the article titled " 101st Ithaca School Fair" with the links listed. You can also browse under the menu via "101st Annual Ithaca School Fair" or "Ithaca School Fair Premium Booklet."
The Ithaca School Fair and Homecoming has so much fun to enjoy - be sure to check it all out and participate in as much as you can! This is a special event for our community and school. One you won't want to miss!
Please be aware that Ithaca is currently suffering an internet outage, along with many other school districts in southern wisconsin. Our Network provider has a ticket open and is working on restoring services, however until that time we will be unable to receive any emails at the Ithaca district. Our phone lines are working as normal if you need to reach the district office. We will email our community as updates become available. Thanks, Adam.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tues, Sept 12, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today: First Choice - Pizza, Second Choice - Hot Dog/WG Bun, Green Beans, Peaches, WG Dinner Roll, Milk
From Mr. Herbst:
A reminder to teachers to record your lunch counts in Skyward with your first period attendance.
From Ms Schoen: (Elem)
Students must give any notes to their teacher every day.
From Ms. Schoen: (HS)
5th hr study hall students–I am seeking a successful-at-math female teaching assistant during this time. Please contact Ms Schoen.
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 Mr. Nee and Ms. Sprecher:
Sophomores- There will be a sophomore class meeting today, Tuesday during lunch, in Mr. Nee’s room. We will finish electing class representatives.
From Mrs. Burnley:
There will be an FBLA meeting on Tuesday, September 12 during ATTACK in Mrs. Burnley’s room. If you’re interested in joining Future Business Leaders of America, please come! If you have a class meeting, that takes priority, just check in with Mrs. Burnley some time during the day.
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 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. We cannot meet Wednesday because of other meetings.
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 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.
Word of the Day: Bellwether, noun, refers to someone or something that leads others or shows what will happen in the future—in other words, a leader or a trendsetter. She was known as a bellwether of fashion because she was always one step ahead of the runways and magazines.
This Day in History: Near Montignac, France, a collection of prehistoric cave paintings are discovered by four teenagers who stumbled upon the ancient artwork after following their dog down a narrow entrance into a cavern. The 15,000- to 17,000-year-old paintings, consisting mostly of animal representations, are among the finest examples of art from the Upper Paleolithic period.
Birthdays:
Elementary: none
MS/HS: none
Staff: Sept 10 - Mrs Hackl
Bulldog Block Challenge race is back again! Register by Saturday, Sept. 16 to guarantee a shirt.
Hit the pavement in person or virtually on Saturday, October 7th - race starts at 7:00am.
$25 per participant age 11 and up, children 10 and under free (can still get a t-shirt).
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jYfuT2ztJd5Gb805EuHnWMk9ZcuY3qGy/view?usp=sharing
It's not too soon to register your entries for the 101st Ithaca School Fair! This year's theme is 101 "BULL"MATIONS!
https://2023ithacafair.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/19329
Save the Number, Save a Life
Save the number, save a life. Add the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. Visit https://go.usa.gov/xyxGa for more info. #shareNIMH
Guarde el número, salve una vida. Agregue el 988, el número de la Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis a su teléfono ahora. ¡Podría salvar una vida más adelante! Hay especialistas capacitados para casos de crisis disponibles para hablar con usted las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, los 365 días del año. Para obtener más información, visite https://go.usa.gov/xANyj . #shareNIMH
Through the incredible generosity of our community as a result of the Ithaca Lions and their Stuff the Bus campaign, as well as donations from former administrator, Mr Bob Bowers and the late Evelyn Kolman who yearly made large donations of school supplies each year (this has continued through Steve and Deb Dickey in her memory), we have school supplies to offer our students in need. All donors recognize the need educators have in their classrooms, and that teachers often will purchase these items out of their own pocket, so teachers are welcome to utilize these materials in their classrooms, as well. Thank you to all who make these donations possible! #WhereTheresANeedTheresALion #LearnersTodayLeadersTomorrow
IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM NURSE WILSON - PLEASE READ ASAP!
One of our bus drivers is unavailable for tonight’s route, as are all of our substitutes. As a result, the COW route driven by Frank S. will NOT be on time. The Squirrel route (Mike H.) and the Frog route (Bill K.) will be on schedule. COW bus students will be held at the school, and the first on-time bus to return to the school will transport the held students home. Students NOT picked up at the school by an authorized person by 4:15 will be transported home on the late route. Pick up location will be as normal at the school.
There will be a Music Boosters (formerly separate Band and Choir Booster Clubs) meeting on Wed. Sept 6 at 6:00pm in the band room. All parents/guardians should attend.
Over the next couple of weeks, we will be sharing details about new Ithaca Team members. Today, we welcome Brandon Fetterly!
