Ithaca Youth Apprenticeship Student Spotlight...connecting students to career opportunities! The YA Program is a 1 or 2 yr program that gives Juniors & Seniors the chance to explore a career of their interest. Students will earn credit & wages while gaining career pathway experience under the guidance of a mentor. Over the next couple weeks we will showcase this year's Ithaca Youth Apprenticeship students! For more information about the program please contact our Youth Apprenticeship Career Coach: Monica Kershner 608-585-2311 / monica.kershner@ithaca.k12.wi.us
Ithaca High School Youth Apprenticeship students in the Construction pathway are Ethan Cockroft and Marshell Self.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, May 17, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Beef Stroganoff over Biscuit, Second Choice: Chicken Fajita, Corn, Mandarin Oranges, WG Dinner Roll, Milk
From Track Coaches:
In case you missed it, Ithaca/Weston Track and Field athletes had a fantastic meet last night at the John D Young Ridge & Valley meet last night. Every athlete scored points for the teams! Clayton Lee finished 6th in the 3200m and set a personal best in the 1600m race for 3rd, Landon Thompson placed 4th in the 100m, Keegan Jones placed 6th in the 200m, Tyler Steinmetz placed 6th in the 400m, Hewsten Garcia-Boland placed 6th in the 300m hurdles, the 4X800m relay of Hunter Moe, Channing Wheaton, Conner Montes, and Hewsten placed 3rd, the 4X200m relay of Keegan, Tyler, Landon, and James Timm placed 3rd, the 4X400m relay of Keegan, Landon, James, and Hewsten placed 4th, Hunter Moe placed 6th in the triple jump. The girls team placed 2nd behind Kickapoo/LaFarge led by scoring from Alivia Koch with 3rd in the 200m, Kaylee Peterson with 1st in the 800m and 1st in the 3200m, Kaylee Miller with 4th in the 800m, Martina Olson placed 3rd in the 3200m with a personal best, Tristen Peterson placed 1st in the 100m Hurdles and 300m Hurdles, the 4X800m relay of Maggie Kershner, Abby Wiedenfeld, Emma Coy and Martina placed 3rd, the 4X400m relay of Aubri Koch, Alivia Koch, Tristen Peterson and Kaylee Miller placed 2nd, the 4X200m relay of Marie Dunow, Maggie, Aubri and Alivia placed 3rd, the 4X100m relay of Kaylee Miller, Kaylee Peterson, Aubri and Alivia placed 2nd, Miller and Peterson placed 3rd and 5th in the high jump, Aubri and Marie placed 3rd and 6th in the triple jump, Emma placed 5th in the pole vault, Tristen Peterson set a new meet record in the long jump and took 1st place, and Reese Ghastin placed 4th in shot put and discus. Such a strong showing for teams so small in numbers. Congratulations to all the athletes on a successful meet! The Regional meet is Mon, May 22nd at Kickapoo High School.
From Mr. Klang:
There will be a meeting during lunch today in Mr. Klang's room for any current 9th - 11th grade girls interested in playing in the summer basketball league.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) will gather for our last morning Huddle Thur, May 18 at 7:00 am Join us for an inspiring message, uplifting devotion and a big breakfast! All middle school & High School students are welcome!
From Ms. Sprecher:
High School FFA will meet on Thur, May 18 during ATTACK in Ms. Sprecher’s room.
From Mrs. Pluemer:
Sources of Strength will be having its final meeting of the year Thur, May 18, in Ms. Nugent’s room. We will be celebrating the year and planning for next year. We need all Peer Leaders to attend!
Popcorn Friday this week! This is the final popcorn Friday for the school year! This week is hosted by the 2nd grade class. Cost is 50 cents/bag, limit 2 per child.
From the FFA:
Thank you to all who came out and supported the FFA greenhouse! We still have many beautiful 12-inch baskets, bedding plants and planters. We will be open Sat, May 20 from 9 am - 1 pm and will also sell by appointment. Support Ithaca FFA by purchasing your hanging flower baskets and bedding plants from our greenhouse.
From Ms Durkin:
Next Tue, May 23 the Ithaca Student Council will be hosting the Culvers Share Night from 4-8pm. All proceeds for the share night will go directly to the Newkirk Family. Please come out and support this wonderful family!
From the This-Should-Be-Interesting Committee:
Wed, May 24 is drive-anything-but-a-car-or-truck-to-school-day.
From Mrs. Kershner:
For any potential Youth Apprenticeship students entering the healthcare pathway should stop in the guidance office for new information regarding summer CNA courses & job opportunities.
From the PTSO:
Did you miss the deadline to order an Elementary/MS yearbook? We ordered extra so don't pay for the price increase/shipping. Email us at IthacaPTSO@gmail.com to reserve a copy. First come, first serve basis - we have about 20 extra. Yearbooks will be handed out May 31/June 1. Thank you!
From Mrs. Wipperfurth:
On behalf of the Ithaca Playground Committee, thank you to everyone who has helped make our brick fundraiser a success over the past couple years. This will be our final call for brick sales! Please take this opportunity to commemorate your child’s upcoming graduation, represent your graduating class from years past, honor a loved one, represent your business, and/or leave your legacy in any way you choose. Orders can be placed online at https://www.thatsmybrick.com/ithacawi. The order deadline is Fri, June 2nd. If you have questions, reach out to Brittany Penfield at brittany.penfield@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Bricks will be ordered this summer and placed behind the school near the patio prior to the 2023-2024 school year. Thanks again for your support!
Birthdays:
Elementary: none
MS/HS: none
As we near the end of the school year, Ithaca Public Schools wishes to congratulate the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2023. Today's spotlight shines bright on seniors Marshell Self and Anna Dahlke. Congratulations to them and to all their classmates. Your community is so proud of you, and we wish you well in all you seek to accomplish. #ClassOf2023 #LearnersTodayLeadersTomorrow #IthacaBulldogs
You won't want to miss it! Enjoy the vocal talents of Ithaca Elementary students tomorrow, Wednesday, May 17th in the High School gym starting at 1:30pm under the direction of Music Instructor, Mrs. Liz Niemeyer.
Ithaca Youth Apprenticeship Student Spotlight...connecting students to career opportunities! The YA Program is a 1 or 2 yr program that gives Juniors & Seniors the chance to explore a career of their interest. Students will earn credit & wages while gaining career pathway experience under the guidance of a mentor. Over the next couple weeks we will showcase this year's Ithaca Youth Apprenticeship students! For more information about the program please contact our Youth Apprenticeship Career Coach: Monica Kershner 608-585-2311 / monica.kershner@ithaca.k12.wi.us
Ithaca High School Youth Apprenticeship students in the Healthcare Pathway include: Brooklyn Freestone, Elise Newkirk, and Katarina Weitzel.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tues, May 16, 2023
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Sloppy Joe/WG Hamburger Bun, Second Choice: Chicken Patty, Broccoli, Fresh Fruit, Dessert, Milk
From Ms. Bevan:
Students in grades 9-11: You will receive your Scheduling Folder with directions today, May 16th during ATTACK time. Please make sure you report to your assigned ATTACK room to get your folder. You will have over a week to get your form completed and signed by a parent or guardian. Please see Ms. Bevan or Mrs Kersher throughout the week with any questions.
From Track Coaches:
Wish the Ithaca/Weston High School Track and Field athletes good luck as they travel to North Crawford High School to compete in the 2023 John D Young Ridge and Valley Conference Meet tonight. Come cheer on our athletes as they finish the conference season. Field events start at 4:30pm, and running events start at 5:00pm. Good luck!
From Mrs. Boland and Mrs. Burnley:
There will be a Junior Class Meeting in Mrs. Boland’s room on Wednesday, May 17th during Attack.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) will gather for our last morning Huddle Thursday, May 18th at 7:00am. Join us for an inspiring message, uplifting devotion and a big breakfast! All middle school & High School students are welcome!
Popcorn Friday this week! This is the final popcorn Friday for the school year! This week is hosted by the Second grade class. Cost is 50 cents per bag, limit 2 per child.
From Ms Durkin:
Next Tuesday, May 23rd the Ithaca Student Council will be hosting the Culvers Share Night from 4-8pm. All proceeds for the share night will go directly to the Newkirk Family. Please come out and support this wonderful family!
From Mrs. Kershner:
For any potential Youth Apprenticeship students entering the healthcare pathway… Please stop in the guidance office for new information regarding summer CNA courses & job opportunities. Thank you!
From the FFA:
Thank you to all who came out and supported the FFA greenhouse! We still have many beautiful 12 inch baskets, bedding plants and planters. We will be open Saturday May 20 from 9 am - 1 pm. We will also sell by appointment. Support Ithaca FFA by purchasing your hanging flower baskets and bedding plants from our greenhouse.
From the PTSO:
Did you miss the deadline to order an Elementary/MS yearbook? We ordered extra so don't pay for the price increase/shipping. Email us at IthacaPTSO@gmail.com to reserve a copy today. First come, first serve basis - right now we have about 20 extra. Yearbooks will be handed out May 31/June 1. Thank you!
From Mrs. Wipperfurth:
On behalf of the Ithaca Playground Committee, we would like to thank everyone for helping make our brick fundraiser a success over the past couple years. This will be our final call for brick sales! Please take this opportunity to commemorate your child’s upcoming graduation, represent your graduating class from years past, honor a loved one, represent your business, and/or leave your legacy in any way you choose. Orders can be placed online at https://www.thatsmybrick.com/ithacawi. The order deadline is Friday, June 2nd. If you have questions, please reach out to Brittany Penfield at brittany.penfield@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Bricks will be ordered this summer and will be placed behind the school near the patio prior to the 2023-2024 school year. Thanks again for your support!
Word of the day: To beguile is to attract or interest someone, or to trick or deceive them. She was cunning enough to beguile her classmates into doing the work for her.
This Day in History: In the scientific journal Nature on May 16, 1985, three scientists from the British Antarctic Survey announce their detection of abnormally low levels of ozone over the South Pole. Their discovery, commonly known as the Ozone Hole, became a palpable example of mankind's ability to damage the Earth's atmosphere as well as one of the most famous success stories in the history of climate activism.
Birthdays:
Elementary: none
MS/HS: Adrian Ruthe, Emma Shannon
As we near the end of the school year, Ithaca Public Schools wishes to congratulate the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2023. Today's spotlight shines bright on seniors Nadiah Lietz and Lexi Stowell. Congratulations to them and to all their classmates. Your community is so proud of you, and we wish you well in all you seek to accomplish. #ClassOf2023 #LearnersTodayLeadersTomorrow #IthacaBulldogs
On behalf of the Ithaca Playground Committee, we would like to thank everyone for helping make our brick fundraiser a success over the past couple years. This will be our final call for brick sales! Please take this opportunity to commemorate your child’s upcoming graduation, represent your graduating class from years past, honor a loved one, represent your business, and/or leave your legacy in any way you choose. Orders can be placed online at https://www.thatsmybrick.com/ithacawi. The order deadline is Friday, June 2nd. If you have questions, please reach out to Brittany Penfield at brittany.penfield@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Bricks will be ordered this summer and will be placed behind the school near the patio prior to the 2023-2024 school year. Thanks again for your support!
Mmmmmmm...
Please join us for a BBQ Pork dinner sponsored by Pine River Smokehouse on Monday, May 15. We will be serving from 4- 8 pm on the old elementary parking lot by the baseball diamond. Cost is $9 for BBQ Pork, coleslaw, baked beans, homemade dessert and drink. Thank you for your support!
In the event you were unable to attend the Ithaca Art Show on Friday, here is a look back at all of the wonderful art shared from Ms. Durkin's Art Program at Ithaca. Please enjoy our YouTube presentation! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPOpXpGZhtE
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, May 15, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Fish Sandwich, Second Choice: Hamburger/Bun, Cooked Carrots, Pears, Milk
From Ms. Durkin:
There will be a student council meeting today Monday, May 15th in the art room during ATTACK.
From Ms. Durkin:
Thank you to all who attended the Ithaca Art Show last Friday evening. A special thanks to Frank, Trenton, Tom and Ben for helping clean up the commons so quickly and all those students who helped decorate 7th and 8th hour. Your help was greatly appreciated!
HS Teaching Assistants:
Please turn in your weekly log to Ms Schoen today. (Mon, May 15)
From the FFA:
Please join us for a BBQ Pork dinner sponsored by Pine River Smokehouse on Monday, May 15. We will be serving from 4- 8 pm on the old elementary parking lot by the baseball diamond. Cost is $9 for BBQ Pork, coleslaw, baked beans, homemade dessert and drink. Thank you for your support!
From the FFA:
Congratulations to the Section 4 Junior High FFA Essay writing competition Annabeth Sprecher. She was also chosen as one of the top 5 Finalists for the State! Best of luck as you move onto the State Competition!
From Mrs. Newkirk:
On Mon, May 15, Helga Moser, a local author, will be visiting K-5th grade students at Ithaca. If you would like to order autographed copies of her books, please fill out the order form that your elementary teacher gave you, or pick up an order form from the office.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) will gather for our last morning Huddle Thursday, May 18th at 7:00am. Join us for an inspiring message, uplifting devotion and a big breakfast! All middle school & High School students are welcome!
From Ms Durkin:
Next Tuesday, May 23rd the Ithaca Student Council will be hosting the Culvers Share Night from 4-8pm. All proceeds for the share night will go directly to the Newkirk Family. Please come out and support this wonderful family!
From Mrs. Kershner:
For any potential Youth Apprenticeship students entering the healthcare pathway… Please stop in the guidance office for new information regarding summer CNA courses & job opportunities. Thank you!
From the FFA:
Thank you to all who came out and supported the FFA greenhouse! We still have many beautiful 12 inch baskets, bedding plants and planters. We will be open Saturday May 20 from 9 am - 1 pm. We will also sell by appointment. Support Ithaca FFA by purchasing your hanging flower baskets and bedding plants from our greenhouse.
From the PTSO:
Did you miss the deadline to order an Elementary/MS yearbook? We ordered extra so don't pay for the price increase/shipping. Email us at IthacaPTSO@gmail.com to reserve a copy today. First come, first serve basis - right now we have about 20 extra. Yearbooks will be handed out May 31/June 1. Thank you!
From Mrs. Wipperfurth:
On behalf of the Ithaca Playground Committee, we would like to thank everyone for helping make our brick fundraiser a success over the past couple years. This will be our final call for brick sales! Please take this opportunity to commemorate your child’s upcoming graduation, represent your graduating class from years past, honor a loved one, represent your business, and/or leave your legacy in any way you choose. Orders can be placed online at https://www.thatsmybrick.com/ithacawi. The order deadline is Friday, June 2nd. If you have questions, please reach out to Brittany Penfield at brittany.penfield@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Bricks will be ordered this summer and will be placed behind the school near the patio prior to the 2023-2024 school year. Thanks again for your support!
Word of the day: To be wistful is to be full of or to inspire yearning or desire tinged with melancholy. Wistful can also mean “suggestive of sad thoughtfulness.” // As the car pulled away, Lea cast one last wistful glance at the house where she'd spent so many happy years.
This Day in History: On May 15, 1942, gasoline rationing began in 17 Eastern states as an attempt to help the American war effort during World War II. By the end of the year, President Franklin D. Roosevelt had ensured that mandatory gasoline rationing was in effect in all 48 states.
Birthdays:
Elementary: Clara Rose
MS/HS: Ethan Birkrem
Share the love (and the food)! Donate while you dine at Culvers in Richland Center Tuesday May 23rd. A percentage of sales will help the Ithaca Student Council.
As we near the end of the school year, Ithaca Public Schools wishes to congratulate the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2023. Today's spotlight shines bright on seniors Dayton Scott and Lincoln Manning. Congratulations to them and to all their classmates. Your community is so proud of you, and we wish you well in all you seek to accomplish. #ClassOf2023 #LearnersTodayLeadersTomorrow #IthacaBulldogs
TONIGHT! Enjoy the artistic talents of our Bulldogs as guided by art teacher, Ms Peg Durkin, and browse art work created by students of all ages will be on display in the Commons beginning at 3:30 until the start of the combined Band and Choir concert. Have a seat and then enjoy the musical talents of our 5th grade band, 6th grade band and choir, 7th/8th band and choir, and High School band and choirs under the direction of Mrs. Liz Niemeyer and Mr. Josiah Crawford. The combined concert will begin at 7:00pm.
Get the Ithaca FFA cook for you! The Ithaca FFA is having a pulled pork BBQ sponsored by Pine River Smoke Company Monday, May 15 from 4 to 8 pm. We will be serving Pulled Pork, Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Bun and Homemade dessert, soda, sweet tea or water. Cost is $9. We will be located by the elementary old playground and baseball field.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Fri, May 12, 2023
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Chicken Smackers, Second Choice: Polish Sausage/Hot Dog bun, Baked Beans, Peaches, WG Bread Sticks, Milk
From Ms. Loven and Ms. Stocks:
There will be a brief Senior Class meeting today – Friday, May 12th during breakfast in Ms. Durkin’s room.
From Ms Durkin:
The annual Ithaca Art Show is TODAY Fri, May 12 in the Ithaca Commons from 3:00 until the time of the choir and band concert at 7 pm.
From Mr. Crawford and Mrs. Niemeyer:
Tonight's the night! Join us Tonight, Friday May 12 at 7 pm to hear the Ithaca bands and choirs perform their spring concert. Admission is free, and you won’t want to miss this great night of music!
From Track Coches:
Congratulations to the Ithaca/Weston High School Track team on a very successful showing at the Sparky Reynolds Memorial Invitational at Boscobel High School last night. There were many personal records and strong performances. Maggie Kershner and Abby Wiedenfeld shaved a lot of time off of their 800 times, Kaylee Miller placed 5th in the high jump, Tristen Peterson finished 4th in the long jump, 6th in the 300 hurdles, and 2nd in the 100 hurdles with a new school record, the girls 4X400 of Aubri Koch, Alivia Koch, Kaylee Miller, and Kaylee Peterson placed 7th, the girls 4X100 of Alivia Koch, Aubri Koch, Kaylee Miller and Kaylee Peterson placed 8th, Kaylee Peterson placed 1st in the 800. On the boys side, there were personal bests for Keegan Jones in the 100 and 200, Hunter Moe, Channing Wheaton and Connor Montes all had personal bests in the 800, the boys 4X400 of Landon Thompson, Keegan Jones, Tyler Steinmetz, and Hewston Garcia-Boland had a fabulous race, and Clayton Lee finished 6th in the 3200 with a fantastic personal best. Well done everyone! The Ridge and Valley Conference meet is Tuesday, May 16th at North Crawford High School. Come cheer the teams on!
From the FFA:
Please join us for a BBQ Pork dinner sponsored by Pine River Smokehouse on Monday, May 15. We will be serving from 4- 8 pm on the old elementary parking lot by the baseball diamond. Cost is $9 for BBQ Pork, coleslaw, baked beans, homemade dessert and drink. Thank you for your support!
From Mrs. Newkirk:
On Mon, May 15, Helga Moser, a local author, will be visiting K-5th grade students at Ithaca. If you would like to order autographed copies of her books, please fill out the order form that your elementary teacher gave you, or pick up an order form from the office.
From Mrs. Wipperfurth:
On behalf of the Ithaca Playground Committee, we would like to thank everyone for helping make our brick fundraiser a success over the past couple years. This will be our final call for brick sales! Please take this opportunity to commemorate your child’s upcoming graduation, represent your graduating class from years past, honor a loved one, represent your business, and/or leave your legacy in any way you choose. Orders can be placed online at https://www.thatsmybrick.com/ithacawi. The order deadline is Friday, June 2nd. If you have questions, please reach out to Brittany Penfield at brittany.penfield@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Bricks will be ordered this summer and will be placed behind the school near the patio prior to the 2023-2024 school year. Thanks again for your support!
From the PTSO:
Did you miss the deadline to order an Elementary/MS yearbook? We ordered extra so don't pay for the price increase/shipping. Email us at IthacaPTSO@gmail.com to reserve a copy today. First come, first serve basis - right now we have about 20 extra. Yearbooks will be handed out May 31/June 1. Thank you!
From the FFA:
Thank you to all who came out and supported the FFA greenhouse! We still have many beautiful 12 inch baskets, bedding plants and planters. We will be open Sat. May 13 from 9 to 1 pm and Saturday May 20 from 9 am - 1 pm. We will also sell by appointment. Support Ithaca FFA by purchasing your hanging flower baskets and bedding plants from our greenhouse.
Birthdays:
Elementary: Sun, May 14-Parker Grassman and Ezekiel Welsh
MS/HS: May 12-Alyssa Cabay, Sat, May 13-Hallie Steinmetz and Aspen Young
Staff: May 12-Mrs Ramsden
Seniors, their families, Staff and Scholarship donors are welcome to attend the 2023 Senior Scholarship Banquet. Join us for a morning of celebrating the Class of '23 scholarship recipients on Friday, May 19th in the Ithaca High School gymnasium from 9:30-11:30am. A complimentary breakfast buffet will be provided. Guests should RSVP to the High School office by calling 608/585-2311.
As we near the end of the school year, Ithaca Public Schools wishes to congratulate the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2023. Today's spotlight shines bright on seniors Matthew Roh and Ryan Biermeier. Congratulations to them and to all their classmates. Your community is so proud of you, and we wish you well in all you seek to accomplish. #ClassOf2023 #LearnersTodayLeadersTomorrow #IthacaBulldogs
Enjoy the musical talents of our Middle and High School students tomorrow, Friday, May 12th beginning at 7pm! Featured groups are 5th grade band, 6th grade band and choir, 7th/8th band and choir, and High School band and choir. Directors Mrs. Liz Niemeyer and Mr. Josiah Crawford are pleased to invite guests to this special concert, which will include a unique musical piece. You'll have to come to catch it!
Thank you to all who came out and supported the FFA greenhouse! There are still many beautiful 12 inch baskets, bedding plants, and planters. We will be open Sat. May 13 from 9 to 1 pm and Saturday May 20 from 9 am - 1 pm. Sales are also available by appointment. Support Ithaca FFA by purchasing your hanging flower baskets and bedding plants from our greenhouse.
