October 23-31 is National Red Ribbon week for drug abuse prevention. Students in all grades will have the opportunity to participate in activities related to such topics as making healthy choices and setting goals(K-6), refusal skills (6), brain development and drug use (6-12), and facts and information about different types of drugs (6-12).
Thurs. Oct. 22, 2020
Today is a Day 1
Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 4 schedule.
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Attention Middle and High School Students: The Dream Careers Essay contest is open! Contact Mrs. Plonka for details at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Please have your submissions to Mrs. Plonka by December 1.
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
Word of the Day: Gravitas
Gravitas n. Dignity, seriousness, or solemnity in manner. “He has the necessary gravitas to lead the company.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
Staff-Ms. Loven
Wed. Oct. 21, 2020 Today is a Day 2
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Attention Middle and High School Students: The Dream Careers Essay contest is open! Contact Mrs. Plonka for details at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Please have your submissions to Mrs. Plonka by December 1.
There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting today, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then!
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
Incendiary:
Incendiary adj. Designed to cause fires. “An incendiary device.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—Sofia Weber
H.S./M.S.—Talena Sprecher
Parent/Teacher conferences are tonight and Thursday night! There is still time to schedule a conference if you'd like to do so. Simply email your students' teacher/s to discuss a time.
Tues. Oct. 20th, 2020
Today is a Day 1 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 3 schedule.
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Attention Middle and High School Students: The Dream Careers Essay contest is open! Contact Mrs. Plonka for details at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Please have your submissions to Mrs. Plonka by December 1.
Middle and High school students participating in the Patriots Pen or Voice of Democracy contests should have their essays or speech audio files to Mrs. Plonka by today, Oct. 20th. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then!
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
Word of the Day: Dismal
Dismal adj Gloomy. Depressing; dreary. “The business was a dismal failure;” “Dismal weather.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—Brock Martyniuk
H.S.M.S.—Nolen Waldner
Free FOOD?! The USDA is offering FREE meals to all children in the household - school-aged and younger. Your household has students in school? Free meals! Your household has children younger than school-age? Free meals! All you have to do is sign up! Use this link to sign up for next week. Pick up on Tuesday, October 27th will include meals for two days. Pick up on Thursday, October 29th will include meals for three days. Stop at the elementary doors between 4pm and 6pm to pick up. If you are unable to pick up during that time, you may arrange for someone to pick up for you. There is a spot on the sign up to specify any special arrangements or meal needs.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeZ2-1J4MNFlx5l_ckfpCSCcaLSaBsgRmKIZ88tHy7wTIMPw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Shop the BOOK FAIR! Don't forget that our online book fair is open this week until Sunday, October 25th. Use this link to shop online or cruise the 360 Book Fair. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1
Check out Mrs. Zorea's tour of the 360 Book Fair.
https://youtu.be/8ds9Qumv-fA
Mon. Oct. 19th, 2020
Today is a Day 2 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 2 schedule.
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Middle and High school students participating in the Patriots Pen or Voice of Democracy contests should have their essays or speech audio files to Mrs. Plonka by Tuesday, October 20. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then!
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
Word of the Day: Onerous
Onerous adj. Involving heavy obligations. Involving a burdensome amount of effort and difficulty. “The court’s stipulations were onerous.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—None
H.S./M.S.—None
Smooth down your hair, pop that collar, brush your teeth - it's picture retake day! If you signed up to have your student/s pictures taken today, don't forget that the fun begins at 1pm until 4pm.
Don't forget to sign up!! Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning starting next week. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Sign up for this service by completing the survey each week. Each week has a separate form to complete - complete by Sunday night at 5pm.
Week of October 19th - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJvuZC9qVQmUz5jkIrTt6N350Olvt4t_TjxrKEVG0COFMW5w/viewform
October 26th - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeZ2-1J4MNFlx5l_ckfpCSCcaLSaBsgRmKIZ88tHy7wTIMPw/viewform
Fri. Oct. 16th, 2020
Today is a Day 1
Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 1 schedule.
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Middle and High school students participating in the Patriots Pen or Voice of Democracy contests should have their essays or speech audio files to Mrs. Plonka by next Tuesday, October 20. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting next Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then!
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons. To order your yearbooks go to Josten.com
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Note the Change in Time: Picture retakes today, October 16th from 1:00 - 4:00.
Word of the Day: Efficacious
Efficacious adj. Successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective. “Efficacious treatment for the disease.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—None
H.S./M.S.—on Sunday, Aiden Brown
The Policy Committee meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, October 21st at 5:00pm has been cancelled. The next scheduled Policy Committee meeting has not been approved as of yet.
Many of you have completed and submitted college applications. Your next step is to complete the FAFSA. If you are not familiar with this process, please take a look at the following opportunity to get assistance with submitting this information. The link is provided below. You may also reach out to the financial aid office at your college of choice to check on opportunities that they may offer.
**College Goal Wisconsin is offering online help for students and their families filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The dates that are available to register for are Wednesday, November 4th and Wednesday, November 11th both taking place at 6:00p.m.
The agenda for the evening:
5:50-6:00 p.m. Log in to the FAFSA completion event
6:00 p.m. The FAFSA completion event begins with a short presentation on tips to complete the FAFSA
6:30 p.m. Families can ask questions and receive individual assistance to complete the FAFSA
https://collegegoalwi.org/
Here are the results of the Ithaca livestock show and virtual fair. Premiums and ribbons will be going out soon!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sfS8BWQQW_2OST8YZB_Jxm7RdAp3V_j4/view?usp=sharing
DON'T FORGET! Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on TODAY! You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
Thurs. Oct. 15th, 2020
Today is a Day 2
Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 5 schedule.
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered today. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting next Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then!
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons. To order your yearbook go to Josten.com
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Note the Change in Time: Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 1:00 - 4:00.
Birthdays:
Elementary—None
H.S./M.S.—None
Staff—Mrs. Wipperfurth
It's not the same as previous book fairs, but you can still shop online! Check out the new Virtual 360 Book Fair. Experience the joy of book cases, characters, and much more. View exclusive book trailer videos and reading lists. Shop over 200 new books and premium titles. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
Tomorrow!! Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on Thursday, October 15th. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
Wed. Oct. 14th, 2020
Today is a Day 1
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on Thursday, October 15th. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons.
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Note the Change in Time: Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 1:00 - 4:00.
Word of the Day: Malicious
Malicious adj. Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm. “Malicious rumors.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—Gage Buscher
H.S./M.S.—John Clary
Staff—Bill Kloehn and Meredith Bevan
Want to check and order school pictures before retake day this Friday? To review and order, go to https://shop.jostenspix.com/login - log in or create your free account. Click "FIND YOUR STUDENT?" and type in our school and event code FE47920. Your students' pictures will appear.
Since we are virtual, our school's Scholastic book fair has moved online this fall. You can access the book fair now from October 12-25, 2020 at
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1
The online book fair has a great range of titles for elementary, middle, and high school readers. Book-only orders of $25 or more will ship to your home for free! Scholastic will donate 25% of all sales back to our school. This money will be used in the spring to purchase books to give to students to keep.
Shop online or tour the 360 degree virtual fair!
Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on Thursday, October 15th. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
Tues. Oct. 13th, 2020
Today is a Day 2
Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 4 schedule.
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals.
Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on Thursday, October 15th. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons.
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Note the Change in Time: Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 1:00 - 4:00.
Word of the Day: Doleful
Doleful adj Expressing sorrow; mournful. “A doleful look.” Causing misfortune or grief. “Doleful consequences.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
On Wed, Oct. 7, the Ithaca School Board voted for student learning to be virtual starting today, Oct. 12 through Oct. 30 with a review at the Monday, Oct. 26 board meeting. If you have not received an email regarding this from the school, please email Mrs. Schoen at schokat@ithaca.k12.wi.us or call the school office at 608-585-2311 and provide your current email address. All extra-curricular activities are suspended until further notice or face-to-face learning resumes. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Julie Prouty at 608-585-2512.
Picture Retake Day is scheduled for this Friday, October 16, 2020. Due to the students having virtual classes in the morning, the times for the retakes have changed to 1:00 - 4:00 pm. The previous sign-up has been deleted and replaced with the new times. Please sign up again to have your student's pictures retaken. Thank you.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C4CABAB2DA2F49-picture1
If you have any Rural Route 1 orders please get the number of tubs or a picture of the order form to Karia Brown joekariabrown@gmail.com by 4 PM today! All paper order forms and money should be turned in by this Friday, October 16 to the school office please. Thank you all for supporting the Ithaca PTSO!
The fall Scholastic book fair will be held online this year from October 12-25, 2020. You can access the book fair at: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1
It’s not too early to think about books as gifts for Christmas. Book-only orders of $25 or more will ship to your home for free! Every purchase helps our school. Scholastic will donate 25% of the total sales of the book fair back to Ithaca. The money is used to purchase supplies for teacher’s classrooms or free books for students. Our goal is to sell 314 books throughout the district. Please help us reach our goal!
The online book fair has titles for all ages of readers, from 4K-high school. There will be a selection of newly-released titles, as well as bargain books. Although we will not be seeing you in person this year, Mrs. Thompson and I wish everyone a great fall season and happy reading!
Mon. Oct. 12th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 5
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Cheese Pizza, 2nd choice, BBQ Rib, Corn, Mixed Fruit, Dinner Roll, Milk
Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer. In 1492, in the service of the Spanish king and queen, he sailed across the Atlantic Ocean and landed in the Bahamas. He is acclaimed for providing the initiative that brought the cultures of Africa and Europe to the Americas, linking people on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. His voyages led to widespread European exploration and settlement of the Americas.
High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons.
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: romide
Bromide n. A commonplace remark or notion; a platitude. “Her speech contained the usual bromides about teamwork.” A tiresome or dull person; a bore.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—McKennzie Weeden
The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will be held this Sunday at the Anderson Family Farm starting at 10:30. There will be no concessions. Bring your own lawn chairs and refreshments. Remember to social distance. Trophies will be awarded but no ribbons.
Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning starting next week. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Sign up for this service by completing the survey each week.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQx97RrodFF5luw6NVhScaon58f3OZQ0zif06vGQLosBX7gQ/viewform
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJvuZC9qVQmUz5jkIrTt6N350Olvt4t_TjxrKEVG0COFMW5w/viewform?usp=sf_link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeZ2-1J4MNFlx5l_ckfpCSCcaLSaBsgRmKIZ88tHy7wTIMPw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Check out this link to watch the live streaming of tonight's football game at Hillsboro and tomorrow's volleyball game at Hillsboro! Go, BULLDOGS!
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOXZeDXl9w4Y8fzBr51gElQ
If you forgot to send in your Rural Route 1 order form and money with your child this morning, you can 1. bring it after school at pick up or 2. drop it off at the school office on Monday. If you are unable to bring it in then, please take a picture of your order and send to joekariabrown@gmail.com by no later than Monday at NOON. Then drop off the form and money at school by Friday, Oct. 16. If you have any questions, contact Karia Brown at the aforementioned email. Thank you for your support of the Ithaca Schools and PTSO!
Fri. Oct. 9th, 2020
Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 4 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B - Band, 6A- Choir, 7B - Band, 7A - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 2 schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Hamburger, 2nd choice, Brat, Baked Beans, Applesauce, Milk
High School, Middle School: We are running a two hour early release, but students need to stay in school for the homecoming activities.
During lunch students can change into their class colors if they want to. At 1:10, HS boys will go to the volleyball pit and girls will go down the high school hall to the softball field for kickball.
Band Students: Please remember to take all of your instruments and music home with you today.
Football players, please turn in your sold raffle tickets to Coach Clary or Klang ASAP.
High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons.
There will be a visit today by the U.S. Army. They will be located outside in the patio area during high school lunch. Please stop by if you would like to hear about opportunities available through the Army.
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Reminder to all students selling Rural Route 1 Popcorn: Elementary students please turn in your money and order forms to your classroom teacher today. Middle School students, who sold, please turn your money and order forms into Mrs. Plonka's mailbox in the office by today also. Popcorn pick up will be November 6 after school until 8 PM.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: Veracity
Veracity n. Conformity to facts; accuracy. “What is the veracity of these allegations.” Habitual truthfulness. “Her veracity and character.”0
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—Hailey Boon, on Saturday, Briella Hollands
Ithaca High School Volleyball players were "cheered" on by their virtual fans! Mrs. Burnely's students turned their get-to-know-you project into a virtual student fan section that sure brought excitement to the gym on game nights. The volleyball teams are so grateful. Thank you!
A fresh coat of paint always spruces up the look of a building! The front of the Elementary Building looks more welcoming with the bright new paint.
Thurs. Oct. 8th, 2020
Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 3 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A - Band, 6B- Choir, 7A - Band, 7B - Choir. HS Band - There will not be a full group rehearsal today. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 1 schedule. All sopranos and altos should go to choir today
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Baked Fish, 2nd choice, Chicken Nuggets, Mixed Vegetables, Peaches, Dinner Roll, Milk
Football players, please turn in your sold raffle tickets to Coach Clary or Klang ASAP.
There will be a visit today by the U.S. Army. They will be located outside in the patio area during high school lunch. Please stop by if you would like to hear about opportunities available through the Army.
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Reminder to all students selling Rural Route 1 Popcorn: Elementary students please turn in your money and order forms to your classroom teacher by this Friday, Oct. 9. Middle School students, who sold, please turn your money and order forms into Mrs. Plonka's mailbox in the office by this Friday also. Popcorn pick up will be November 6 after school until 8 PM.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Homecoming 2020
Covid-Survior Island
Dress Up Days
Friday: School Spirit Wear
If classes want to wear their class colors to the Friday games, they can change to their colors before the games.
Word of the Day: Sardonic
Sardonic adj. Grimly mocking or cynical. “His sardonic smile.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
Staff—Tom Walker
Schoology is giving us the "all clear"! Procedure as your teachers indicate.
SCHOOLOGY UPDATE! A reported nationwide issue with Schoology occurred this morning. They are working to resolve the outage. Students should check their emails for instructions from their teachers. As the situation changes, update(s) will be emailed to students and posted here.
Wed. Oct. 07, 2020
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Turkey Wrap, Green Beans, Pears, Milk
Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books.
Student Council wants to make sure that our virtual high school students get in on the fun of dress up days. Virtual students please email Ms. Sprecher a picture of yourself in your dress up outfit each day and we will include you in the count! Also, a reminder that you are invited to come to school on Friday and take part in the class games!
Reminder to all students selling Rural Route 1 Popcorn: Elementary students please turn in your money and order forms to your classroom teacher by this Friday, Oct. 9. Middle School students, who sold, please turn your money and order forms into Mrs. Plonka's mailbox in the office by this Friday also. Popcorn pick up will be November 6 after school until 8 PM.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Homecoming 2020
Covid-Survior Island
Dress Up Days
Thursday: Class Color Day: Freshmen/Pink, Sophomore/ Orange, Juniors/ Yellow, Seniors/Black
Friday: School Spirit Wear
If classes want to wear their class colors to the Friday games, they can change to their colors before the games.
Word of the Day: Pejorative
Pejorative adj. Expressing contempt or disapproval. Disparaging; belittling. “He used pejorative overtones in his speech.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—Kutter Parduhn
H.S./M.S.—Tim Moore
Staff—Mary Jo Meyer, Mrs. Niemeyer
Tues. Oct. 06, 2020
Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 2 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B - Band, 6A- Choir, 8B - Band, 8A - Choir. All of the HS Band students will have rehearsal outside today. HS choir is on the Day 5 schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Mexican Beef Casserole, 2nd choice, Hot Dog, Peas, Apple Slices, Dessert, Dinner Roll, Milk
HS Band students - To maintain social distancing in coming to the band room today, all sophomores, juniors, and seniors should go to their study halls first and your teachers will release you. Freshman - you should come to the band room right away, instead of going to your study hall.
There will be a FFA meeting today during the ATTACK period in Mr. Favreau's room
Student Council wants to make sure that our virtual high school students get in on the fun of dress up days. Virtual students please email Ms. Sprecher a picture of yourself in your dress up outfit each day and we will include you in the count!
Also, a reminder that you are invited to come to school on Friday and take part in the class games!
Reminder to all students selling Rural Route 1 Popcorn: Elementary students please turn in your money and order forms to your classroom teacher by this Friday, Oct. 9. Middle School students who sold, please turn your money and order forms into Mrs. Plonka's mailbox in the office by this Friday also. Popcorn pick up will be November 6 after school until 8 PM.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Homecoming 2020
Covid-Survior Island
Dress Up Days
Wednesday… virtual day no dress up
Thursday: Class Color Day: Freshmen/Pink, Sophomore/ Orange, Juniors/ Yellow, Seniors/Black
Friday: School Spirit Wear
If classes want to wear their class colors to the Friday games, they can change to their colors before the games.
Word of the Day: Spurious
Spurious adj. Not genuine, authentic, or true; not from the claimed, pretended, or proper source; counterfeit. Not being what it purports to be; false or fake. “Spurious claims.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—Achilles Banker
The Wisconsin Association of School Boards has designated Oct. 4-10 as Wisconsin School Board Week as a time to build awareness and understanding of the vital function an elected board of education plays in our communities. Ithaca Public Schools are joining all public school districts across the state to celebrate Wisconsin School Board Week to honor local board members for their commitment to Ithaca and its children. Ithaca School Board members are: Susan Bloczynski, Ron Brisbois, Kelly Feryance, Steve Louis, Randy Manning, Linda Peterson, and Summer Roh.
The Case of the Mystery Smell was solved this summer! Detective Frank Wastlick didn't give up on this case and through his persistence, the smell that plagued Mrs. Willis' room was found and remedied! Trust him when he says you don't want to see the evidence of the source.
Mon. Oct. 05, 2020
Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 1 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A - Band, 6B- Choir, 8A - Band, 8B - Choir. The HS Band and Choir are on the Day 4 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Meatloaf, 2nd choice, Philly Chicken, Broccoli/Cheese Sauce, Mandarin Oranges, Dinner Roll, Milk
There will be a Youth4Change meeting in the library today, during ATTACK time.
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle & high schoolers interested in selling may pick up order forms from the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 cannot guarantee delivery by November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: Vitiate
Vitiate v. Spoil or impair the quality or efficiency of. “The government programs were vitiated by excessive red tape.” Destroy or impair the legal validity of.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
An update on upcoming Special Committee meetings: The Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting for October is cancelled, and the Curriculum Committee meeting scheduled for November is also cancelled.
Homecoming 2020 Dress Up Days! COVID Survivor Island!
MIDDLE and HIGH SCHOOL:
Monday - Favorite Team/Player Jersey
Tuesday - Twin Day
Wednesday - nothing for virtual learning day
Thursday - Class Colors - Fresh. pink, Soph. orange, Jun. yellow, Sen. black; 6A pink, 6B yellow, 7A green, 7B red, 8A blue, 8B purple
Friday - School Spirit Wear
ELEMENTARY:
Monday - Favorite Team/Player Jersey
Tuesday - Twin Day
Wednesday - nothing for virtual learning day
Thursday - Class Colors - 4K rainbow colors, K blue, 1st black, 2nd purple, 3rd red, 4th turquoise, 5th green
Friday - School Spirit Wear
Fri. Oct.2nd, 2020
Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 6
The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B - Band, 6A - Choir, 7B - Band, 7A - Choir. The HS Band and Choir are on the Day 3 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Fish Sandwich, 2nd choice, Grilled Chicken, Yams, Pineapple, Dinner Roll, Milk
There will be a Youth4Change meeting in the library on Monday, October 5th, during ATTACK time.
It's time to show your school spirit!!! Next week is homecoming week with dress up days and class games! The class that shows the most spirit by participating in dressing up and competing in the games will win a pizza party during ATTACK on October 15. Win points for your class by dressing up every day next week. Student Council will keep track of what percentage of your class participates and assign points. The scores will be posted each day. Then on Friday, the class games will add points to your score. We will finish off the day with an outdoor pep rally! Watch for signs for more information!
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle & high schoolers interested in selling may pick up order forms from the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 cannot guarantee delivery by November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Homecoming 2020
Covid-Survior Island
Dress Up Days
Monday: Favorite Team/Player Jersey
Tuesday: Twin Day
Wednesday… virtual day no dress up
Thursday: Class Color Day..Freshmen/Pink, Sophomore/ Orange, Juniors/ Yellow, Seniors/Black
Friday: School Spirit Wear
If classes want to wear their class colors to the Friday games, they can change to their colors before the games.
Word of the Day: Vitriol
Vitriol; Vitriolic n. Cruel, bitter, scathing criticism; Abusive feeling or expression. “A vitriolic tone of voice.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—Sunday, Aidan Imhoff
H.S./M.S.—Will Burnley, Jayden Moran, Sunday, Malorie Miller
Don't forget tomorrow is a a scheduled early release at 1:10pm. We will begin elementary student pickup at 12:45 pm.
Once all that dust settled, the clean up and finishing touches went on! The finishing touches on our gym floor look fantastic. Look at the process of putting down detail painting!
Please note time correction! The previous post had typos!
The Ithaca School fair animal show and sale is this Saturday, October 3. Weigh in is from 7-730, the show begins at 8 am. Little britches show is at 9:30 am with the sale to begin at 10:00 am.
Please wear a mask while on school property and social distancing is encouraged. Come support our youth that have stuck with their animal projects through this uncertain summer! If you would like to leave a bid for an animal because you are unable to make it to the sale, please contact Jim Favreau or Melissa Sprecher at 608-585-2311.
Students and families, please remember to charge your school-issued Chromebooks at home each night so they arrive at school each day fully charged and ready to go. We are noticing that many students are not charging their Chromebooks each night. Thanks!
Thurs. Oct. 1st, 2020
Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 5 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A - Band, 6B - Choir, 7A - Band, 7B - Choir. The HS Band and Choir are on the Day 2 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, BBQ, 2nd choice, Corn Dog, Steamed Carrots, Mixed Fruit, Dinner Roll, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
It's time to show your school spirit!!! Next week is homecoming week with dress up days and class games! The class that shows the most spirit by participating in dressing up and competing in the games will win a pizza party during ATTACK on October 15. Win points for your class by dressing up every day next week. Student Council will keep track of what percentage of your class participates and assign points. The scores will be posted each day. Then on Friday, the class games will add points to your score. We will finish off the day with an outdoor pep rally! Watch for signs for more information!
Juniors and Seniors: Just a friendly reminder: If you are interested in taking any courses in the Spring through UW Platteville-Richland or Southwest Technical College, please have your Early College Credit Program, CollEDGE Up, or Start College Now applications turned into Ms. Bevan today. All information and application form links may be found in your Schoology Group "Class of 2021" or "Class of 2022" or on the Ithaca School Facebook page. Stop in or email Ms. Bevan if you have any questions. Thank you!
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle & high schoolers interested in selling may pick up order forms from the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 cannot guarantee delivery by November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: Alchemy
Alchemy n. 1. A power or process of transforming something common into something special. 2. An inexplicable or mysterious process by which paradoxical results are achieved with no obvious rational explanation.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—Ty Kershner and Alexander Prouty
You may have noticed at Picture Night that our gym floor got a facelift! What a project! Check out the early pictures during the process. The dust was flying!
The Ithaca School district is looking to hire a School Bus aide. This assistant will be responsible for taking temperatures, monitoring the bus activity and will involve some cleaning duties as well. Shifts are roughly two hours in the morning and evening - from 6:15am to 8:15am and from 3:10pm-5:00pm. Pay is $9.00 per hour Contact Ithaca Human Resources @ 585-2512 to become part of the Ithaca Team.
Wed. Sept. 30th, 2020
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Turkey Sub, Green Beans, Orange, Milk 2nd choice,
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters will meet tonight in the LMC starting at 5:35pm. All interested community members and families are welcome to attend.
It's time to show your school spirit!!! Next week is homecoming week with dress up days and class games! The class that shows the most spirit by participating in dressing up and competing in the games will win a pizza party during ATTACK on October 15. Win points for your class by dressing up every day next week. Student Council will keep track of what percentage of your class participates and assign points. The scores will be posted each day. Then on Friday, the class games will add points to your score. We will finish off the day with an outdoor pep rally! Watch for signs for more information!
Juniors and Seniors: Just a friendly reminder: If you are interested in taking any courses in the Spring through UW Platteville-Richland or Southwest Technical College, please have your Early College Credit Program, CollEDGE Up, or Start College Now applications turned into Ms. Bevan by October 1st. All information and application form links may be found in your Schoology Group "Class of 2021" or "Class of 2022" or on the Ithaca School Facebook page. Stop in or email Ms. Bevan if you have any questions. Thank you!
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle & high schoolers interested in selling may pick up order forms from the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 cannot guarantee delivery by November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
Mrs. Richards' first-grade class received notes and instructions to take home today. Please check backpacks and take-home folders for important information.
Mrs. Prouty
While we were away on summer break, our buildings and grounds crew took on some big tasks! Thanks to Simpson Tractor, our outside received some attention. The exterior of the building was treated and power-washed to get a fresh look for the new year! What a difference it made!
Tues. Sept. 29th, 2020
Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 4 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B - Band, 6A - Choir, 8B - Band, 8A - Choir.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Chicken & Gravy, 2nd choice, Ham Wrap, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies & Dip, Peaches, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Please release the Cross Country athletes at 1:50 today.
All HS Band students will have band today outside. Entrances need to be staggered to allow for social distancing. Freshman should come right to the Band room at the beginning of 5th hour. All other grades go to your study halls. Your teachers will dismiss you when it is time for your class to come to the Band room.
During ATTACK today there will be a Senior Class meeting in Ms. Durkin's room. The Freshman class will also have a class meeting during this time.
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters will meet Wednesday night, September 30th in the LMC starting at 5:35pm. All interested community members and families are welcome to attend.
Juniors and Seniors: Just a friendly reminder: If you are interested in taking any courses in the Spring through UW Platteville-Richland or Southwest Technical College, please have your Early College Credit Program, CollEDGE Up, or Start College Now applications turned into Ms. Bevan by October 1st. All information and application form links may be found in your Schoology Group "Class of 2021" or "Class of 2022" or on the Ithaca School Facebook page. Stop in or email Ms. Bevan if you have any questions. Thank you!
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle & high schoolers interested in selling may pick up order forms from the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 cannot guarantee delivery by November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: Indolent
Indolent; Indolence n. Having or showing a disposition to avoid exertion; slothful, lazy: “an indolent person.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
The amphitheater is open for business! Our outside and inside areas are constantly improving. As of this week, our students, staff, and community may now use the outdoor amphitheater. So many thanks to pass out: Mike Mani for all his muscle power, Adam Hess for rigging it up with WiFi, the Playground Committee for their vision, the School Board for approving the project, and all the individuals and groups along the way that helped make the process a smooth and speedy one. That and so many improvements have been made to the Ithaca School buildings and grounds recently. Stay tuned for more information on all the transformations!
The Parent Connect is a free, weekly opportunity for parents and caregivers to talk with each other. As we connect, we find resources and gain skills that can make our families happier. Each Parent Connect is hosted by an Extension Educator and lasts one hour. Participants can join via phone or video-chat. Sessions are offered each Thursday evenings in October from 7-8pm. More information is available here: https://go.wisc.edu/s36p55
Important! Please register prior to The Parent Connect to receive connection link & phone number: https://go.wisc.edu/r15h82 Please see the attached image that can be posted to facebook and use the text above as the "body" of the facebook post or email you can forward. Visit the Extension Responds to COVID-19 website for a wide range of resources developed by Extension.
Mon. Sept. 28th, 2020
Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 3 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A - Band, 6B - Choir, 8A - Band, 8B - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 5 Schedule. 8th grade Band students - Please bring your chromebooks with you today and tomorrow.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, BBQ Rib Sandwich, 2nd choice, Chicken Salad Sub, Baked Beans, Mandarin Oranges, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Sources of Strength will be meeting in the Library during ATTACK time today.
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters will meet Wednesday night, September 30th in the LMC starting at 5:35pm. All interested community members and families are welcome to attend.
Juniors and Seniors: Just a friendly reminder: If you are interested in taking any courses in the Spring through UW Platteville-Richland or Southwest Technical College, please have your Early College Credit Program, CollEDGE Up, or Start College Now applications turned into Ms. Bevan by October 1st. All information and application form links may be found in your Schoology Group "Class of 2021" or "Class of 2022" or on the Ithaca School Facebook page. Stop in or email Ms. Bevan if you have any questions. Thank you!
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle & high schoolers interested in selling may pick up order forms from the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 cannot guarantee delivery by November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: Caprice
Caprice n. A sudden and unaccountable change of mood or behavior.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser begins September 25 and runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle and high schoolers interested in selling may pick up an order form outside the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 can not be guaranteed delivery on November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Class of 2021 Seniors & Parents @ Ithaca HS:
With the current COVID-19 concerns, we would ask that you check out the link below to place your GRADUATION needs for the class of 2021. Senior accessory items will be shipped directly home this year (hoodies, sweatpants, t-shirts etc.) in approximately 2- 3 weeks after order is placed.
Cap/Gown/Announcement packages are available to fill all your needs or you may order an individual cap/gown/tassel unit (Click on "Browse all Cap/Gown products" under Individual Products to find this option) Please add 2 inches to your height when ordering your cap & gown set. (Unopened Cap & Gown units may be returned if you do not participate in 2021 Ceremony). To order a graduation tassel only, please select the Souvenir Tassel.
Please arrange to have orders placed online by NOVEMBER 1, 2020 to avoid late fees.
Graduation packets will also be available at or outside the High School main office if you have difficulty with online access or ordering, and may be mailed in.
Questions?-Please call 1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367) OR EMAIL: www.jostens.com/contact.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1116349/Ithaca-High-School/
Thank you-Dale Komro-Jostens @ 1-800-567-8367 and Linda Antony, Office Manager
Ithaca HS Class of 2024 & Parents:
Due to COVID-19 concerns, Jostens will be providing the opportunity to order your class rings/jewelry online this fall. Click on the link below to check out the Jostens RING DESIGNER. Design & order your ring between SEPTEMBER 18th - OCTOBER 31st and receive a bonus pair of CLEER-EARBUDS. Please click this promo option when checking out. (P11,P12, P30, P31 not included). If you are uncertain of your ring size, Click on "unknown" when asked for size. Once you click "Place Order Online" you will receive a prompt asking if you would like to have a ring sizer sent home.
Rings will ship directly home in approximately 6-8 weeks with payment programs available. Earbuds to follow.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1116349/Ithaca-High-School/
QUESTIONS? 1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367) or EMAIL: www.jostens.com/contact
Thank you- Dale Komro -Jostens 1-800-567-8367 and Linda Antony, Office manager
Fri. Sept. 25th, 2020
Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 2 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B - Band, 6A - Choir, 7B - Band, 7A - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 4 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Chicken Nuggets 2nd choice, Bologna/Cheese Sandwich, Corn, Carrots & Dip,
Pears, Dinner Roll, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
There will be a FFA meeting today for all interested students during ATTACK period in Mr. Favreau's room
Juniors and Seniors: Just a friendly reminder: If you are interested in taking any courses in the Spring through UW Platteville-Richland or Southwest Technical College, please have your Early College Credit Program, CollEDGE Up, or Start College Now applications turned into Ms. Bevan by October 1st. All information and application form links may be found in your Schoology Group "Class of 2021" or "Class of 2022" or on the Ithaca School Facebook page. Stop in or email Ms. Bevan if you have any questions. Thank you!
It's that time of year again! The PTSO Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser begins September 25 and runs through October 9. Popcorn delivery will be November 6. Elementary students will be bringing home order forms in their backpacks. Middle & high schoolers interested in selling may pick up order forms from the school office. Any order forms turned in after October 9 cannot guarantee delivery by November 6. Prizes will be given for the top 10 sellers - top seller will receive $20 and 2nd-10th will receive $10! The class that sells the most will receive a $100 prize to spend on whatever they want!
Attention Middle School Students: The VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars - is sponsoring the Patriots Pen written essay contest. The theme this year is "What is Patriotism to Me?" The 300-400 word essays are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are several large cash prizes for winning entries. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions. mailto:plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
Attention High School Students: The VFW is sponsoring the Voice of Democracy speech contest. This year's theme is "Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?" You will be required to write your own essay and record yourself reading the 3-5 minute speech on an audio CD or flash drive. These are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are over $2 million in scholarship awards and incentives available to participants. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: http://www.wordthink.com/tactile/
Tactile adj. (1) Of or connected with the sense of touch. (2) Perceptible by touch or apparently so; tangible: “A tactile keyboard.
Birthdays:
Elementary—On Saturday, Briggs Maxwell, John Weitzel, on Sunday, Cameron Beasley, James Layton
H.S./M.S.—on Sunday, Maggie Gschwind
Juniors and Seniors:
Just a friendly reminder: If you are interested in taking any courses in the Spring through UW Platteville-Richland or Southwest Technical College, please have your ECCP, CollEDGE Up, or Start College Now applications turned into Ms. Bevan by October 1st. All information and application forms are linked below. Stop in or email Meredith Bevan if you have any questions at bevamer@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Thank you!
https://uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/high-school-special-student-options/
https://www.swtc.edu/academics/earn-credit-in-high-school
https://5il.co/ledx
Thurs. Sept. 24th, 2020
Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 1 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A - band, 6B - Choir, 7A - Band, 7B - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 3 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce 2nd choice, Turkey Sub, Apple Slices, Bread Stick, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
There will be a FFA meeting for all interested students on Friday Sept 25th during the ATTACK period in Mr. Favreau's room
Juniors and Seniors: Just a friendly reminder: If you are interested in taking any courses in the Spring through UW Platteville-Richland or Southwest Technical College, please have your Early College Credit Program, CollEDGE Up, or Start College Now applications turned into Ms. Bevan by October 1st. All information and application form links may be found in your Schoology Group "Class of 2021" or "Class of 2022" or on the Ithaca School Facebook page. Stop in or email Ms. Bevan if you have any questions. Thank you!
Attention Middle School Students: The VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars - is sponsoring the Patriots Pen written essay contest. The theme this year is "What is Patriotism to Me?" The 300-400 word essays are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are several large cash prizes for winning entries. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions. plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
Attention High School Students: The VFW is sponsoring the Voice of Democracy speech contest. This year's theme is "Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?" You will be required to write your own essay and record yourself reading the 3-5 minute speech on an audio CD or flash drive. These are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are over $2 million in scholarship awards and incentives available to participants. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Word of the Day: Propitious
Propitious adj. (1) Indicating a good chance of success; favorable. “It was a propitious time to leave the party without offending the host.” (2) Favorably disposed toward someone.
Birthdays:
Elementary—Oliver Ringelstetter
H.S./M.S.—none
Wed. Sept. 23rd, 2020
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today: 1st choice, 2nd choice, Bologna Sandwich, Carrots, Apple, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
It is not allowable to drive your vehicles to the practice AFTER school from the parking lot.
There will be a FFA meeting for all interested students on Friday Sept 25th during the ATTACK period in Mr. Favreau's room
Attention Middle School Students: The VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars - is sponsoring the Patriots Pen written essay contest. The theme this year is "What is Patriotism to Me?" The 300-400 word essays are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are several large cash prizes for winning entries. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions. plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
Attention High School Students: The VFW is sponsoring the Voice of Democracy speech contest. This year's theme is "Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?" You will be required to write your own essay and record yourself reading the 3-5 minute speech on an audio CD or flash drive. These are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are over $2 million in scholarship awards and incentives available to participants. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. The livestock classes except for the Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM. Make sure those of you showing pigs have your rope test results into Mr. Favreau ASAP! We are EXTENDING the deadline to get your non-animal exhibits entered to Saturday, Sept. 26 by midnight! Get those projects photographed and entered! The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville. The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30. We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school. Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Word of the Day: Divergence
Divergence n. (1) A difference or conflict in opinions, interests, wishes, etc. (2) The process or state of diverging.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—Holly King
Fair entry deadlines! Livestock must be entered into FairEntry by tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 23 at midnight! Make sure those of you showing pigs have your rope test results into Mr. Favreau ASAP! We are EXTENDING the deadline to get your non-animal exhibits entered to Saturday, Sept. 26 by midnight! Get those projects photographed and entered!
Dear Middle School Parent/Guardians,
If you would like to access to your child(ren)’s Schoology assignment information, please email Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us . She will send you the code you will need. With this code you will be able to see what is assigned, what needs to be handed in, and if any assignment is late.
Sincerely,
Ithaca Middle School Teachers
Tuesday Sept. 22nd, 2020
Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 6 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B - Band, 6A - Choir, 8B - Band, 8A -Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 2 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Mini Corn Dogs, 2nd choice, Ham and Cheese (Bun), Baked Beans, Applesauce, Dinner Roll, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
It is not allowable to drive your vehicles to the practice AFTER school from the parking lot.
Attention Middle School Students: The VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars - is sponsoring the Patriots Pen written essay contest. The theme this year is "What is Patriotism to Me?" The 300-400 word essays are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are several large cash prizes for winning entries. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions. plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
Attention High School Students: The VFW is sponsoring the Voice of Democracy speech contest. This year's theme is "Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?" You will be required to write your own essay and record yourself reading the 3-5 minute speech on an audio CD or flash drive. These are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are over $2 million in scholarship awards and incentives available to participants. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. There will be no change to the in-person livestock show and auction, however exhibitors will be asked to show their non-animal projects virtually. Through FairEntry.com, exhibitors will be able to enter and upload digital photos of their creations for a judge to review. Premiums will still be awarded to all entries. All classes except for the Ithaca School Fair Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM. The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville. The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30. We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school. Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Word of the Day: Determinate
Determinate adj. Having exact and discernible limits or form.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—Kayden Coleman
Volleyball fans! Here’s the link to tonight’s road game at LaFarge.
https://youtu.be/bb89CiEQ0rs
Monday. Sept. 21st, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 5 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A - Band, 6B - Choir, 8A - Band, 8B - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 1 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Pizza, 2nd choice, Turkey Wrap, Green Beans, Pineapple, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Youth 4 Change meeting today in the library during Attack time.
Attention Middle School Students: The VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars - is sponsoring the Patriots Pen written essay contest. The theme this year is "What is Patriotism to Me?" The 300-400 word essays are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are several large cash prizes for winning entries. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions. plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us
Attention High School Students: The VFW is sponsoring the Voice of Democracy speech contest. This year's theme is "Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?" You will be required to write your own essay and record yourself reading the 3-5 minute speech on an audio CD or flash drive. These are due by October 20 to Mrs. Plonka and there are over $2 million in scholarship awards and incentives available to participants. Contact Mrs. Plonka if you would like to participate or have any questions.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Band students in Grades 5 - 12: Your fundraiser is due today.
The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. There will be no change to the in-person livestock show and auction, however exhibitors will be asked to show their non-animal projects virtually. Through FairEntry.com, exhibitors will be able to enter and upload digital photos of their creations for a judge to review. Premiums will still be awarded to all entries. All classes except for the Ithaca School Fair Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM. The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville. The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30. We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school. Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Word of the Day: Mitigate
Mitigate v. (1) Make less severe, serious, or painful: “he wanted to mitigate the damages in court.” (2) Lessen the gravity of (an offense or mistake).
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
Go out and check your gardens this weekend....make those Lego creations....draw a picture.....bake some chocolate chip cookies...pick out a nice jar of canned beans.....and then TAKE A PICTURE of it and enter it in the Ithaca Fair!
http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Friday. Sept. 18th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 4
The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B - Band, 6A - Choir, 7B - Band, 7A - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 5 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Turkey Wrap, 2nd choice, Chicken Patty, Peaches, Carrots, Dinner Roll, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
FBLA will have their first meeting of the school year today during Attack Time in the Commons. This will be a very important meeting with officer elections, discussing the Regional Leadership Conference that will be hosted this year by Ithaca and many other topics. Please attend if you have been in FBLA previously or if you want to learn more about it. We're excited to see you and hear fresh ideas from Ithaca's Future Business Leaders of America.
Band students in Grades 5 - 12: Your fundraiser is due next Monday.
Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms has been extended to Friday, September 18 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office to Mrs. Zorea's mailbox or make sure the application is postmarked and sent to the school by September 18.
The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. There will be no change to the in-person livestock show and auction, however exhibitors will be asked to show their non-animal projects virtually. Through FairEntry.com, exhibitors will be able to enter and upload digital photos of their creations for a judge to review. Premiums will still be awarded to all entries. All classes except for the Ithaca School Fair Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM. The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville. The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30. We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school.
Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Word of the Day: Fractious
Fractious adj. (1) Easily irritated; bad-tempered: “they fight and squabble like fractious kids.” (2) (of an organization) Difficult to control; unruly.
Birthdays
Elementary—Saturday, Tanner Swenink
H.S./M.S.—none
STAFF—Mrs. Pope
Wanting to order school pictures? Want to review them before re-take day on October 16th from 8:00am until 1:00pm? Go to https://shop.jostenspix.com/login. Create an account or log in. Look for your child's pictures by searching "Find Your Student?" Type "Ithaca" in the school field and it should help you find our school. Enter the event code FE47920, then click "Search" or "Your Photos".
Jostens did let us know there was a digital glitch on their end they hope to have resolved quickly. Check out the smiles!
The Ithaca School district is looking for bus drivers! We offer $32.86 per route and also an hourly rate for extra curricular activities. This position does offer some benefits as well. They include personal time off, long-term disability, retirement fund, school calendar holidays, and life insurance. Contact Brooke Hackl at 585-2512 and complete the employment application on our website to join the Ithaca team!
Some students may be filling out college applications and some may be in the exploration stage for life after high school. Wherever they are in this process, the Wisconsin Education Fair is a great experience and this year it is being presented in a virtual format. This is a chance to see 100+ colleges and other options. The virtual fairs will be offered on Wednesday, September 16th, Wednesday, October 7th, or Sunday, November 8th from 3:00p-6:00p. There is also a financial aid workshop included if you are interested. Once you have pre-registered, the recorded sessions and videos will be available for you to access at other times. The link to register is listed below.
Ms. Bevan
https://gotocollegefairs.swoogo.com/WEFS
Thurs. Sept. 17th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 3 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A - Band, 6B -Choir, 7A - Band, 7B - Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 4 Schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Ham and Cheese, Bun and 2nd choice, Grilled Chicken, Rice Vegetable Medley, Mandarin Oranges, Dinner Roll, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 8:00 - 1:00.
Today student council representatives will be elected from 8 am to noon on your chromebooks. Go to Google classroom and join the classroom for your class. In that room you will find a Google form to vote. Voting closes at noon. The representatives will be announced at the end of 8th hour before ATTACK. All new representatives will meet in Ms. Sprecher room during ATTACK.
FBLA will have their first meeting of the school year this Friday, Sept. 18 during Attack Time in the Commons. This will be a very important meeting with officer elections, discussing the Regional Leadership Conference that will be hosted this year by Ithaca and many other topics. Please attend if you have been in FBLA previously or if you want to learn more about it. We're excited to see you and hear fresh ideas from Ithaca's Future Business Leaders of America.
Band students in Grades 5 - 12: Your fundraiser is due next Monday.
Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms has been extended to Friday, September 18 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office to Mrs. Zorea's mailbox or make sure the application is postmarked and sent to the school by September 18.
The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. There will be no change to the in-person livestock show and auction, however exhibitors will be asked to show their non-animal projects virtually. Through FairEntry.com, exhibitors will be able to enter and upload digital photos of their creations for a judge to review. Premiums will still be awarded to all entries. All classes except for the Ithaca School Fair Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM. The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville. The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30. We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school.
Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Word of the Day: Abysmal
Abysmal adj. Extremely bad; appalling. “The results were pretty abysmal;” “Abysmal failure.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
Needed, part-time translator/paraprofessional at Ithaca Schools. The best candidate will assist students approximately 6 hours per day, four days per week dependent on student schedules and needs. Contact Brooke Hackl 608-585-2512, brooke.hackl@ithaca.k12.wi.us, complete the application online under "Explore", then "Employment", or view the posting and apply on wecan.education.wisc.edu.
Wed. Sept. 16th, 2020 Today is a Day 1
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Band students in Grades 5 - 12: Your fundraiser is due next Monday.
Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms has been extended to Friday, September 18 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office to Mrs. Zorea's mailbox or make sure the application is postmarked and sent to the school by September 18.
There will be a PTSO Zoom meeting tonight at 6 PM. We will be discussing the Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser, Trunk or Treat and other possible activities this year. Go to the PTSO Discussions page on Facebook or contact an officer for the Zoom link.
The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. There will be no change to the in-person livestock show and auction, however exhibitors will be asked to show their non-animal projects virtually. Through FairEntry.com, exhibitors will be able to enter and upload digital photos of their creations for a judge to review. Premiums will still be awarded to all entries. All classes except for the Ithaca School Fair Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM. The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville. The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30. We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school.
Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Word of the Day: Atrocious
Atrocious adj. Horrifyingly wicked: “Atrocious cruelties.” Of a very poor quality; extremely bad or unpleasant: “Atrocious weather.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—Keyara Perkins
Coming to you live and soon!! Watch Ithaca host Hillsboro in volleyball action!
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCWDwwmlFd2t1uT8hDct3jeA/featured?view_as=subscriber
This year will be unlike any sports year in Ithaca history. To try to help bring some sense of normalcy to the season Mrs. Summer Roh will be taking photographs at football and volleyball games. Remember, as of today fans are not allowed at athletic events. She does a fantastic job as many in the Ithaca community know. She'll also be capturing photos for the 2020-21 High School yearbook. If you would like to get in contact with her you can email her at rohsumm@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Doing so will help her to get you copies of the photos she takes. Thank You and Go Bulldogs! Mr. Zac Thome, Athletic Director
Tues. Sept. 15th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 2
The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B has Band, 6A has Choir, 8B has Band, 8A has Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 3 schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Mac & Cheese and 2nd choice, Turkey Sub, Carrots, Nectarine, Dinner Roll, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Band students in Grades 5 - 12: Your fundraiser is due next Monday.
High school students- Attack today is class meetings. Report to your Attack pack for attendance and then go to your class meeting. Freshman are on the hill east of the parking lot. Sophomores to the grass by the softball field. Juniors are outside by the band room. Seniors are in the commons.
Sgt. Turk from the U.S. Army will be visiting during lunch today. He will be set up outside by the patio. Please stop by and see him if you have questions about opportunities in the Army.
Today is the last day to turn in nomination papers for student council. Forms are on the bulletin board outside Ms. Sprecher room.
Are you as excited as we are? Ithaca Volleyball is back and hosting the Hillsboro Tigers on Tuesday, September 15th. Though there are no spectators allowed at this time, we are live feed broadcasting through our school's YouTube channel. JV starts at 6:00pm and Varsity will begin no earlier than 7:15pm. WRCO 100.9FM is broadcasting Varsity live on the radio. If you can't catch the game on the radio, click the link below to be directed to our school's YouTube channel. Click the video that says "LIVE NOW". No need to subscribe to watch.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWDwwmlFd2t1uT8hDct3jeA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms has been extended to Friday, September 18 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office to Mrs. Zorea's mailbox or make sure the application is postmarked and sent to the school by September 18.
There will be a PTSO Zoom meeting this Wednesday, September 16 at 6 PM. We will be discussing the Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser, Trunk or Treat and other possible activities this year. Go to the PTSO Discussions page on Facebook or contact an officer for the Zoom link.
The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. There will be no change to the in-person livestock show and auction, however exhibitors will be asked to show their non-animal projects virtually. Through FairEntry.com, exhibitors will be able to enter and upload digital photos of their creations for a judge to review. Premiums will still be awarded to all entries. All classes except for the Ithaca School Fair Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM.
The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville.
The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30.
We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school. Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844
Word of the Day: Endemic
Endemic adj. Native to a specific region or environment and not occurring naturally anywhere else. “Malaria is endemic in tropical climates.” (n.) An endemic plant or animal
Birthdays
Elementary—Kashtyn Alt and Jaxson Eng
H.S./M.S.—none
STAFF—Mrs. Steinmetz
The Ithaca School Fair Horse Show has announced its schedule! Check out the bill for the horse show. This event is open to all ages of students, Ithaca alumni, district resident or employee. Ribbons awarded for 1st through 4th for all events.
Mon. Sept. 14th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 1
The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A has Band, 6B has Choir, 8A has Band, 8B has Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 2 schedule.
Lunch for today: 1st choice, Lunch Meat Sandwich and 2nd choice, Fish Sticks, Baked Beans, Pears, Dinner Roll, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Are you as excited as we are? Ithaca Volleyball is back and hosting the Hillsboro Tigers on Tuesday, September 15th. Though there are no spectators allowed at this time, we are live feed broadcasting through our school's YouTube channel, and WRCO 100.9FM is broadcasting Varsity live on the radio. If you can't catch the game on the radio, click the link below to be directed to our school's YouTube channel. Click the video that says "LIVE NOW". No need to subscribe to watch.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWDwwmlFd2t1uT8hDct3jeA/featured?view_as=subscriber
Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms has been extended to Friday, September 18 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office to Mrs. Zorea's mailbox or make sure the application is postmarked and sent to the school by September 18.
There will be a PTSO Zoom meeting this Wednesday, September 16 at 6 PM. We will be discussing the Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser, Trunk or Treat and other possible activities this year. Go to the PTSO Discussions page on Facebook or contact an officer for the Zoom link.
Any High school student interested in joining Student Council please pick up nomination papers from Ms. Sprecher on the bulletin board outside her room. The nomination papers will need to be returned by today. Elections will take place later this week.
Word of the Day Paradox
Paradox n. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth. An opinion or statement contrary to commonly accepted opinion, but may be factual.
Birthdays
Elementary—Aydan Phillips
H.S./M.S.--None
Fri. Sept. 11th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 6
Today's schedule for Band and Choir is 6th Grade - Day 2, 7 & 8th Grade - Day 2, High School - Day 1
Lunch for today: Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Fresh Vegetables, Orange, Milk
The tragic events of September 11, 2001 changed the U.S., and the world, forever. For those who were old enough to watch those events unfold, that day and the aftermath of the attacks has left an indelible mark. For those too young to remember, the legacy of 9/11 shapes their lives as a central event in world history. Today, we remember all those who lost their lives in this tragedy. We also remember the brave Americans-police, military, firefighters, and citizens- who risked their lives to bring others to safety.
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Because of the actions of some students in regards to not following our outside lunch time rules, ALL outside lunch times will be cancelled until further notice. Please report to the gym or cafeteria during lunch.
Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week.
Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms is today by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office or make sure the application is postmarked by September 11. Candidates will be notified of the results of the selection committee meeting no later than Friday, October 2
Any High school student interested in joining Student Council please pick up nomination papers from Ms. Sprecher on the bulletin board outside her room. The nomination papers will need to be returned by Monday, Sept. 14. Elections will take place later that week.
Word of the Day: Masticate
Masticate v. To chew (as in food). To reduce to pulp by crushing, grinding or kneading. “The patient was unwilling to masticate or swallow his food.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—None
H.S./M.S.--None
The Bulldog Block Challenge is still on! the Ithaca Foundation will be hosting a 1 mile fun walk, 5k fun run, or 10 mile biking option, but not in the typical way. It’s not our first choice, but THE GOOD PART IS....You can do it whenever and wherever you would like. We will NOT have a race the morning of the Ithaca Fair, but we still want to safely encourage our community to get out there and be active as a family, all while supporting the Ithaca Foundation. Pre-Register by September 30th, 2020! Read the information and registration form attached.
Thurs, Sept. 10th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 5
Today's schedule for Band and Choir is 6th Grade - Day 1, 7th and 8th Grade - Day 1, and High School - Day 5.
Lunch for today: Turkey Wrap, Broccoli & Cauliflower, Pineapple, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week.
Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms is Friday, September 11 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office or make sure the application is postmarked by September 11. Candidates will be notified of the results of the selection committee meeting no later than Friday, October 2.
Any High school student interested in joining Student Council please pick up nomination papers from Ms. Sprecher on the bulletin board outside her room. The nomination papers will need to be returned by Monday, Sept. 14. Elections will take place later that week.
The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing
Word of the Day: Didactic
Didactic adj. (1) Intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive. (2) In the manner of a teacher, particularly so as to treat someone in a patronizing way. “The didactic speech influenced the weaker members of the audience.”
Birthdays
Elementary—None
H.S./M.S.--None
Staff—Brooke Hackl
Wed, Sept. 9th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day
Lunch for today: Chicken Salad Sub, Carrots, Mixed Fruit, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week.
The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing
Word of the Day: Decadent
Decadent n. A person who is luxuriously self-indulgent. (adj.) Characterized by or reflecting a state of decay or cultural decline, as in being self-indulgent or morally corrupt.
Birthdays:
Elementary—Emelia Dickey
H.S./M.S.—Delaney Brown
Tuesday, Sept. 8th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 4
Today's schedule for Band and Choir Students is: 6th Grade - Day 2, 7 and 8th Grade - Day 4, and High School - Day 4.
Lunch for today: Ham Wrap, Pickles, String Cheese, Applesauce, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week.
The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—Carson Welte
Fri, Sept. 4th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 3 Today's schedule for Band and Choir Students is: 6th Grade - Day 1, 7 and 8th Grade - Day 3, and High School - Day 3.
Lunch for today: Turkey Sandwich, Fresh Vegetables, Fresh Peach, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
There is going to be a Football Booster Club meeting on Monday September 7th at 7:00 pm by the football field for anyone that wants to attend.
The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing
Word of the Day: Agnostic
Agnostic n. A person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence or nature of God or of anything beyond material phenomena.
Birthdays
Elementary—Croy Calhoon and Alyssa Olson
H.S./M.S.—On Saturday, Sammy Clary
Staff—on Sunday, Mrs. Deb Manning
The Wisconsin Department of Instruction (DPI) has released further information explaining the food service program that will allow for ALL students access to FREE meals whether virtual or in-person and to include our all virtual days on Wednesday. Please refer to earlier messages for forms and applications. They are also available on our News tab under 2020-2021 Food Service Program.
Please carefully read this letter from Mrs. Prouty regarding the Food Service Program funded by the USDA. There are specific instructions to receive this benefit offered to ALL students and families. The link to the letter has important links embedded in it to complete each required step.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Avo1T_F90Ykn75Eeh9zb4ksoIzxXryZXQc-3aVgMvtI/edit?usp=sharing
The Curriculum Committee meeting that was scheduled for tonight at 5:30 in the LMC is cancelled. Thank you.
The Ithaca district is looking for a Social Emotional Learning Coach. The SEL coach would work 4 hours per day for 30 weeks. Candidates must have a Human Development Degree. We will hire an SEL coach to help us implement SEL in our classes and integrate it into the curriculum to add or increase SEL in all areas. To apply for this position or learn more visit the WECAN website or call the district and ask for Brooke Hackl at 608-585-2512 to join the Ithaca Team!
The Ithaca School District is looking for a part time janitor (a temporary position), You will work around 25 hours per week. The starting pay is $11.50/hour. The hours would vary, with most being on the PM shift, This position does not offer benefits. To apply for this position visit the WECAN website, or call the district and ask for Brooke Hackl at 608-585-2512 to join the Ithaca Team!
Wed, Sept. 2nd, 2020
Lunch for today: Ham Wrap, Pickles, Tropical Fruit Cup, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Welcome back to school!!! FCCLA will have its first meeting this Thursday after school on the patio. All High school students interested in joining or curious what FCCLA is all about, join us for a quick snack and meeting. If you are interested in joining and are unable to attend, please let Ms. Sprecher know. See you Thursday!
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters will hold a meeting today at 6:30 pm on the back patio of the High School. All interested in helping support our volleyball program at all levels is invited to come. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, please contact Juli Thompson.
Attention anyone interested in playing high school volleyball this fall: There will be team and individual pictures today after school starting at 3:45. You must enter through the main high school entrance and wear a mask. Jerseys will be handed out tonight for pictures.
The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing
Word of the Day: Pundit
Pundit n. 1. Somebody who expresses an opinion: somebody who acts as a critic or authority on a particular subject, especially in the media. “The election results threw the political pundits into confusion.” 2. Somebody wise: somebody with knowledge and wisdom.
Birthdays
Elementary— none
H.S./M.S.—Emma Schoen
From Mr. Lechnir:
For the first two weeks we will be using this schedule. Your 1st hour teacher is leading the 1 hr delay, so you should log in with the 1st hr teacher. ON WEDNESDAY's the schedule differes (see below the first schedule)
There have been some "expected" hiccups with some of the teachers getting into the zoom part of their class for the virtual students. W hope to have these cleaned up quickly. Also virtual students do not need to log into any study halls unless they have questions for their study hall instructor.
From Mrs. Prouty:
Happy First Day of School!!
I am a yellow! See our chart below, used today will all Middle and High school students.
I am very happy to announce that the USDA has approved free lunch and breakfast for all students. We still need your applications for free and reduced lunch for every family, but all will be given free food. Soon, probably tomorrow, we will send out the information about how to order for your children 18 and under, on the virtual days. I had previously sent out a survey, which is now closed, for this week's food. If you filled that survey out, Annette Louis is sending food home with your children today (for Wed.) and has arranged for the 100% virtual students' food to be picked up. (Please note this is a very small number of families- only about 20, so you are probably not getting the extra food today or tomorrow. If this is a hardship for your family, please let me know by contacting me via email.)
We have already had many glitches, errors, and mistakes. (And it is only 11:00!) Thanks to all of our families that let us know things did not go well; we are working on it. But, we are all HERE, in some way or another, trying our best. Tomorrow will be a learning day for everyone, but with grace and patience, we will all get better at this new way of learning.
Tuesday, Sept. 1st, 2020
Lunch for today: Turkey Sub, Carrots & Dip, Pear Cup, Milk
NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also.
Welcome back to school!!! FCCLA will have its first meeting this Thursday after school on the patio. All High school students interested in joining or curious what FCCLA is all about, join us for a quick snack and meeting. If you are interested in joining and are unable to attend, please let Ms. Sprecher know. See you Thursday!
The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters will hold a meeting this Wednesday, September 2nd at 6:30pm on the back patio of the High School. All interested in helping support our volleyball program at all levels is invited to come. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, please contact Juli Thompson.
Attention anyone interested in playing high school volleyball this fall: There will be team and individual pictures this Wednesday after school starting at 3:45. You must enter through the main high school entrance and wear a mask. Jerseys will be handed out that night.
Birthdays:
Elementary—Nolan Parduhn
H.S./M.S.—Branson Smith
Students and families who picked up Chromebooks in the spring that still have them MUST send them to school with your students tomorrow for the first day of school. They will be needed! Bring a charger, too. There won't be enough to go around if you don't bring it with you.
Before school resumes, we send out the last of our "summer" birthday wishes. Happy Birthday today, August 29th, to Isaiah Fargen! Best "fishes" to you. Hope you have the "bass" day yet.
Do Good Wisconsin* recently held a teacher supply drive and give away. This year, they were able to donate supplies to over 250 teachers and one of our elementary school teachers was a lucky recipient.! Congratulations Mrs. Bailey and thank you #DoGoodWisconsin for supporting educators across Wisconsin!
*Do Good Wisconsin is a platform sharing inspiring content and showcasing individuals, organizations, and businesses “Doing Good” in Wisconsin! They wanted to create a platform that highlights everyday people doing great things and give them a voice in front of a community who wants to listen. Go to DoGoodWisconsin.com to learn more.
Please use this linkhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXptVyJ_wGvsCSUtqOwn9COl00oE4Ibq0ob3T-Qq_o6COxEA/viewform to order lunch and breakfast for virtual students on Tuesday, Sept. 1, and for all students to order breakfast and/or lunch on Wednesday, Sept. 2. We will have the details worked out by Monday, to figure out how we will schedule a pick up for the food. (We will probably send Wed. food home Tues. night in students' backpacks). Stay tuned.
It seems like so long since students were here! It was a great evening for picture night- If you have a virtual child in your home, please contact Mr. Hess to arrange a pick up of the Chromebook and other items needed to begin school. (adam.hess@ithaca.k12.wi.us)
All students start Tuesday, Sept. 1. Doors open at 7:30, do not drop anyone off early, please. Virtual students log into your computers by 8:00 (7:55 for MS and HS) We are very excited to work with you on social and emotional skills first thing in the morning.
All students are virtual on Wednesday, Sept. 2, and for the rest of the school year on Wednesdays.
In the excitement of school prep yesterday, August 26th, we missed wishing a very Happy Birthday to Lincoln Manning! But now you get to keep celebrating! Today, August 27th, we wish a very Happy Birthday to Ella Fargen, Trent Franzen, Parker Hisel, and Grayclyn Straka! Smile big for your special day and for school pictures!
The PTSO will be selling spirit items tomorrow during picture night in the gym. We have a new design for our t-shirts ($12) and sweatshirts ($20) this year. We are also liquidating the old "Pride" t-shirts for $10. New this year are Ithaca Bulldogs lanyards for $2 each - great for attaching to your mask so it doesn't fall on the floor during lunch and your lunch id cards (coming soon). We'll also have fun child masks for $4, adult sized Bulldog masks for $7, purple Bulldog neck gaiters for $10 in youth and adult sizes, and water bottles for $9 (reminder - kids will not be allowed to use "direct-drink" water fountains this year). Check out the Ithaca PTSO Facebook page for more items and pricing! (We will take cash or check, sorry we are unable to take credit/debit cards at this time.)
Hello! Ms Schoen sent out an email to all families and staff. Check your inbox and your Spam folders. If you didn't receive it, please call the school office.
Thank you!
If you're coming to the Picture Day event tomorrow and still have some library books at home, bring them along! There will be a drop box in the gym. While you're there, browse the books and discarded magazines on display to take home. Find something for almost every reader!
We are so excited to begin the school year. Please check out our new Ithaca Parent Hub. It has lots of information for the first days of school.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X9G892E0igGtnLSclQ87o1rMcKrGgt3RfJg3MyLLRz0/edit?usp=sharing
It's almost here! Picture Day a new way will be this Thursday night from 4pm until 8pm. Click this link to register your family - one sign up per family regardless of how many students in each family.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0c4cabab2da2f49-picture
Happy Birthday today, August 25th to our own Mr. Zac Thome. Go out and spend at least "just a bit outside".
While some look forward to birthdays, others are less enthusiastic. Either way, you deserve to celebrate your birthday! Happy Birthday today, August 24th to Destiney Lindner-Ruiz, Mattias Twining, Elijah Waldner, and Mrs. Jill Pinkstaff!
Sorry birthday folks, Wally was all out of disinfectant wipes. We all know those are the hottest item right now. Happy Birthday wishes today, August 23rd, to Logan Biermeier and Paige Nowicki anyway. We hope it's as wonderful as you are.
You're becoming you! With every birthday, you get better and better. Happy Birthday today, August 22nd to Emma Birkrem, Lexi Brown, Dylan Colson, and Xander Hilby. You just keep getting better!
The start of another year of adventures. Go out and conquer! Happy Birthday wishes to out to Meghan Miller today, August 20th.
Just because it's your birthday doesn't mean you get out of doing chores, right Josie Laue? Today, August 20th, we wish Josie a very Happy Birthday. Go out and celebrate, and maybe someone will help you with the less desirable chores.
Wait, what? More birthdays today? Happy Birthday wishes today, August 18th to Jakob McGlynn and Kyle Tourdot! Go out and horse around to celebrate!
The 2020-21 is about to begin! In preparation, we are trying our best to keep all families informed as decisions are made, plans are created, and changes occur. Through it all, Ithaca staff is dedicated to doing our best to educate your child/ren during these uncertain times. We will continue to send information as we get closer to the start date of school--Tuesday, September 1. If you have questions or need clarification, please call the school office and ask for Mrs. Prouty, Mr. Lechnir, or Mrs. Schoen.
An email with this message and a document (link below) outlining current and pertinent information regarding the restart of school was emailed to all families in our contact list. If you did not receive that email, either in your inbox or spam folder, please contact Mrs. Schoen at schokat@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Stay well and take care.
file:///C:/Users/jthompson/Downloads/School_Plan_8.18.2020.pdf
For their birthday today, August 17th, we have a pictorial math question for Jaxon Louis and Brinley Wanless. Don't worry, it's easy and it will always equal Happy Birthday wishes!
HAY!! I mean, HEY! It's your birthday! Today, August 16th, we wish Nathan Weldon and Mr. Jim Favreau Happy Birthday. You're both outstanding in your field. :)
Another reminder that all who may be interested in joining Trap Club should meet at the Hillpoint Rod and Gun Club tomorrow, Sunday, August 16th at 1pm. There are many things to discuss. See attached to review prior to the meeting.
Happy Birthday today, August 15th, to Kyla Pluemer and Gavin Templen. Some of us just say it louder than others. Good grief! It's a great day for a birthday.
What could you do with a bus? The Ithaca School District has a school bus for sale that is not drive-able. This bus is a 2006 Blue Bird 71 passenger capacity bus with 148,479 miles on it. Sealed bids must be submitted to the district office by August 31st, 2020. Contact the district office at 585-2514 with any questions.
Careful blowing out all those candles! We send out lots of Happy Birthday wishes today, August 14th, to Aaron Feryance!
Picture Day is Thursday, August 27, 4:00 - 8:00 pm!
Click the link below to go to the Sign Up Genius page to sign up. Nine families are allowed to sign up per time slot. Only one parent is allowed per family. Students are to remain standing together in their family groups and maintain 6 ft distance with other families. Staff members will be available to assist. There will be 3 photographers taking pictures. Use 1 parent/guardian name to sign up your family in 1 slot only. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0c4cabab2da2f49-picture
Anyone interested on being on the trap team is invited to come to the Hillpoint Rod and Gun Club this Sunday, August 16th at 1pm.
Oh my goodness! We have the same birthday! Technically, it was mine first, but I don't mind sharing. Just don't eat my cake. Happy Birthday today, August 11th, to Syvannah Scott and Mrs. Juli Thompson.
When you have a summer birthday, it isn't hard to stay cool, because you ARE cool. Happy Birthday today, August 10th, to Makenna Anderson!
Another one of Ithaca's cool chicks has a birthday today, August 9th. Happy Birthday to Avaya Pyfferoen. We hope today is extra cool!
Big cake and big wishes for two of our awesome students! Happy Birthday today, August 8th, to Jaci Rosenow and Montanna Scott! Enjoy cake, fun, and all-around awesomeness on your special day.
Attention volleyball fans! Head over to the Ithaca Volleyball Facebook page to browse the online apparel store.
And a reminder that high school practices begin September 7th. Please have all your paperwork completed and turned in by the first night of practice.
Due to the change in schedule for 4K classes, the school supply list has been revised. Please review this list if your child will be a 4K student for the 2020-21 school year.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dqT52MWuVda0TvKrNK2yYApWt1_nIOfW3v2bp6iUJCQ/edit?usp=sharing
Don't question the delivery. On a birthday, anything is possible! Just enjoy the wishes and have a fantastic day. Happy Birthday today, August 7th, to Katelynn Fry and Casey Pomering!
Wishing you happy birthday just once today isn't enough. Today, August 6th, we wish Charlie Jones and Kasey King a very Happy Birthday! Charlie is finishing his training, so he won't get to see these wishes today, but we hope he still has a great day. Happy day to you both!
Attention: Ithaca Trap Club members and potential members. There is a meeting on Sunday, August 9th at 1:00. The meeting is at the Hillpoint Rod and Gun Club. Please attend.
Birthdays give you an even better reason to do something special. Make your day wonderful, Allison Durst! Happy Birthday today, August 5th. Hope it's groovy.
Are you a junior or senior that may have some free time in the mornings? Want to earn some money and credits as a TA or volunteer? Ithaca Public Schools are in need of reliable junior and/or senior students to help on bus routes in the morning assisting with taking temperatures and documenting. This position would earn $9/hour for roughly two hours per day. Personal protective equipment would be provided, and some cleaning duties may be involved. Interested students must be in good academic standing and be able to get to school in the morning before bus routes begin. Anyone under the age of 18 must have parent/guardian approval. To apply, complete an employment form and contact Brooke Hackl in the district office at 585-2512.
Ithaca will not be having its annual co-curricular meeting in August. All paperwork is still required to participate in extracurricular activities. You can find links to what is needed on the Ithaca website. Students and their parents/guardians need to read/watch the co-curricular code and sign it. You can watch the video from last year by clicking the following link https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=32hI5NPUDUs. The school has a few DVD copies that can be checked out if needed. Fall sport athletes should turn their paperwork into their coaches who will deliver it to the school. If your child doesn't play a fall sport have them turn their paperwork in when school starts. Thanks.
So much to smile about for your birthday! Today, August 4th, we wish Abby Wiedenfeld a very Happy Birthday. We hope it's Puurrrr-fect!
Mrs. Prouty sent home an email message last week. If you did not receive it, please check your spam for her email.
It starts with julie.prouty
It's not a birthday without a pinata....or is it a cake? Well, whatever you have, make sure you have a great time! Happy Birthday today, August 3rd to Wyatt Laukant and Ms. Cheri Jacobson.
I think the same applies to birthday cake. Enjoy the frosting! Enjoy your day! Happy Birthday wishes today, August 2nd, to go out to Landen Moody!
Even artists like da Vinci get creative for birthdays. Happy Birthday to one of our own creative talents today, August 1st, to Jacob Mueller! May your day be filled with color and fun.
What compliments great sweet corn? Great birthdays and a "corn-y" joke. Happy Birthday today, July 31st to Ben Huebsch and Keegan Jones. We hope your day is a-MAIZE-ing!
It's your birthday, so treat yourself! Today, July 30th, we send out big Happy Birthday wishes to Cortez Kleinsasser!
Turn that frown upside down! We've got some birthdays to smile about. Happy Birthday today, July 29th, to Finley Fowell and Robert Ringelstetter!
We found this portrait sent years ago from Bob Ross wishing Happy Birthday today, July 28th to Leah Tourdot and Ms. Peg Durkin. Have a wonderful birthday! May all of it be happy, not just the trees.
Even though there's ups and downs on the roller coaster of life, it's always an adventure. May the next year bring lots of fun and excitement! Happy Birthday today, July 27th to Braeden Freestone.
We send beautiful birthday wishes to some wonderful birthday girls today, July 26th. Happy Birthday to Ember Hollands and Kapri Kalland!
Let me take a deep breath for today's birthdays.... It's July 25th, and today we wish Happy Birthday to Zachary Jacobson, Kolton Kalish, Kyan Kalish, Bailey Wanless, Sterling Weitzel, Bethany Weldon, Mrs. Hannah Chavez, and Mr. Matt Mezera.
Check out the agenda for Monday's (July 27th) School Board of Education Meeting. Use the Zoom link to register in advance before attending virtually.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WMrtyOOGSXcSdf_UouIFz5elACsZj79yLb47ppDF2Xo/edit?usp=sharing
The Ithaca Lions do so much for our students and community. Let's help them continue that tradition!
The Ithaca Lions will be having a Brat sale at the WCCU in Richland Center on Friday, August 7th to raise money for our Stuff The Bus fundraiser for the Ithaca School. They will be serving brats, hot dogs, chips, soda, and water. There will also be bars and cookies for sale.
Their 3rd annual Stuff the Bus will be held on Wednesday August 19th at the school in Ithaca from 12:00 to 6:30. Drop off supplies or cash donations then or to any Ithaca Lion. They hope to make this the best one yet, but can't do it without your support. Thanks for your past support.
Also, The Ithaca Lions in conjunction with NexTrex will be collecting plastic. They will have to collect 500 pounds in six months and NexTrex will donate a park bench to the Ithaca Lions which is made of recycled plastics. The collection bin location has not been announced yet. If you would start saving now, it will make the collection more successful. If you have any questions you may contact any Lion or Dick Hauser at 605-585-4808.
Congratulations to Talena Sprecher! She competed in the National FCCLA Star Event competition. She received a Gold rating in her category of Job Interview. Here she is doing her interview via Zoom.
To our smart, talented, pretty, creative, and fabulous birthday gals. Happy Birthday today, July 23rd, to Ilana Bloczynski and Tammie Cayse-Fry!
Ok, so I remembered because I get a list of birthdays. But it doesn't mean you don't get big wishes! Happy Birthday today, July 21st to Max Koch and Koen Pyfferoen! Celebrate and have a great day!
YES! We're talkin' to you! We're wishing Happy Birthday today, July 21st to Max Koch and Koen Pyfferoen.
Ithaca Public Schools are looking for four (4) part time paraprofessionals. Applicants should be flexible, professional, patient and encouraging with a variety of learning levels. The individuals filling these roles will work closely with staff members to provide additional learning, coaching, tutoring, and supervision to our students. The role may require using office equipment, having basic computer skills and knowledge of common computer programs. Please contact Brooke Hackl at the district office at 585-2512 with any questions. These positions along with other openings in the district are also posted on the WECAN website: https://wecan.education.wisc.edu/#/. To apply there, you must create an account.
Ithaca Elementary is seeking a certified teacher to begin the 2020-21 school year. This candidate must be able to teach students of all ability levels. They must have a genuine interest in improving student achievement and contributing in a positive manner to the overall school environment. Desired skills include: Incorporate differentiated instructional strategies into lesson planning and lesson delivery; develop and build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents; utilize evidence-based best practices; use assessments to plan, monitor, and assess student understanding; collaborate with other professionals.
This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Education with certification in areas of intermediate grades. The Ithaca District offers a highly competitive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
Initial training begins August 17 with several days of various trainings/collaborations before students arrive September 1.
Interested individuals will find the position posted in WECAN but can also call Ithaca School at 608.585.2512.
Brace yourself! Saddle up and help us celebrate birthdays today, July 20th. Happy Birthday to Kierra Atkinson and Brielle Kennedy!
So much to celebrate today, July 19th! Celebrate until the donkeys or cows come home. We send out redonkulous Happy Birthday wishes to Quintis Banker, Jaxon Scott, Michael Self and extra special wishes to Erin Miller.
One of our ex-STRAW-dinary students has a birthday today, July 18th. Happy Birthday wishes to Nick King!
We've got a lot of cool chicks in our school. Happy Birthday today, July 17th to one of them. Have a birthday that's as cool as you are, Kaila Layton!
Ithaca Elementary is looking for a long term substitute teacher for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year! The best candidate for this position has a bachelor's degree in education and loves working with first grade students. Official experience and a state teaching license is preferred, but we welcome those with informal experiences as well. Candidates will be covering the beginning of the school year. We ask that candidates are flexible and willing to work with the everyday changes that a classroom has to offer. It is also important that you are willing to become a part of the Ithaca community and serve the many families throughout the district. Apply online through WECAN at WECAN.education.wisc.edu. Questions may be directed to Ithaca Elementary School Principal Kathleen Schoen at 608/585-2311.
The Ithaca Public Schools are committed to safety, flexibility, and instruction always but especially in light of our current environment. Please read the following document outlining the reopening of schools for the 2020-2021 school year. The article is also shared on our "News" tab.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Av-qnq0RktCfazeLinXICM5VQt4xZXbEU8UqDTTpu64/edit?usp=sharing
We have a quiz today, July 15th for Mrs. Shawna Kitsemble on her birthday. What do you get every birthday? Happy Birthday!
What's your jam? Today's Happy Birthday wishes go out to someone who teaches kinders for her jam! Happy Birthday today, July 14th, to Mrs. McKenzie Mindham.
Are you kitten me? You have a birthday? Happy Birthday wishes today, July 13th, go out to Madison Hackl, Mrs. Sarah Bailey, and Mrs. Julie Prouty. Have a purr-fect day!
Adventures await in the year ahead for you! Today, July 12th, we wish Happy Birthday to Deegan Ihm and Samuel Jones. Go out and celebrate and find your adventure!
Help us plan for fall! Don't forget to complete the Transportation Form that went out recently. This form will help us plan for getting students to and from school safely. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC03VhDNkYGynVOXRggwRfXaM9GzJGVAMCJDrN2_D98kP5Sw/viewform
Hot off the presses! Check out the schedule for summer band lessons. Lessons begin Monday, July 13th. The schedule is also on our "News" tab on the website and app.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1P5AOHAlMm5E5cnJ9txaGOf97NLJ1BcRYMFhp9ZsCeS8/edit?usp=sharing
Polish up your boots and kick up your heels. We've got some birthdays to celebrate! Happy Birthday to Molly Geraths, and Shelby Funk celebrates a very special birthday!
Happy Birthday today, July 9th, to Braylen Logue! Put on your best pink and purple, and get your sparkle shined up. Have a great day celebrating you!
With lots of emotion and from deep down, we send out birthday wishes today, July 8th, to Autumn McBain. Happy Birthday! Belt it out!
Happy Birthday wishes come in big sizes for big hearts. This wish comes from Hulk Hogan, too. Today, July 7th, we wish a great birthday to Memphis Burkhalter!
Happy Birthday wishes go out today, July 6th to a STARR student! We hope Eli Starr has a bright birthday.
The fireworks are over, but the celebration is just beginning for birthdays! Have a very Happy Birthday today, July 5th, to Wesley Brown, Samuel Geraths, and Ellie Otto.
You share a birthday with our nation! Have a star spangled birthday today, July 4th, to Alejandro Abarca and Alexis McBain. Happy Birthday!
Ithaca Public School currently has a job opening for a paraprofessional. Applicants should be flexible, professional, patient and encouraging with a variety of learning levels. The individual filling this role will work closely with staff members to provide additional learning, coaching, tutoring, and supervision to our students. This role may require using office equipment, having basic computer skills and knowledge of common computer programs. Questions may be directed to Brooke Hackl in the Ithaca School District Office at 585-2512 ext. 406 during normal business hours. Refer to Ithaca School District Policy 373 for more details regarding this position. To apply, complete an application form found on the "Employment" tab of our website.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R9qBx6o_Oxi_2m3J3IAf4GC6Yg6eb9CNKb7fex0Ekkc/edit?usp=sharing
Doggone it! It's Remington Baney's birthday today, July 3rd. Have a very Happy Birthday! Celebrate and have fun.
5th Grade Parents! If your student is interested in joining our band, but hasn't done the online listening activity, please have them do this by Monday, July 6. Click on the link below and go to "Instrument Matching Tool". Click on "Matching Tool" to begin the listening activity and then click "submit".
https://www.bepartofthemusic.org/group/index.php?id=3162
On Thursday, July 9th, the students will try instruments and parents will receive information on renting or buying an instrument. Please use the following form to sign up for a time to do this. Students will be able to start learning their instruments beginning July 27th.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a2R5ZgWzZLS8_48ZWwZ12yzwS8cnGvlBU6up2K-6lEo/edit?usp=sharing
I raise my coffee mug! I'd like to make a toast to Austin Fry and Liam Starks that they may have a very Happy Birthday today, July 2nd! Make it great!
All Ithaca families are asked to complete this transportation form by July 15th. Please answer for all of your children; there are two sections, morning and afternoon. The district is trying to create safe busing patterns, in light of the pandemic.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC03VhDNkYGynVOXRggwRfXaM9GzJGVAMCJDrN2_D98kP5Sw/viewform
Parents of Grades 6 - 12 Band Students: Summer Band Lessons will start on July 13 for the students going into grades 6 - 12. Students were given a chance to sign up for lessons during their last online assignment in May. Please ask them if they signed up. If they did, there is no need to sign up again. If they didn't, or if something has changed and they can't take lessons, please use the following link to fill out the google form with this information. Please do so by this Friday, July 3, 2020. Please watch for the schedule to come out next week online. Lessons will be done a little differently this year. Students will be spaced apart at least 6 feet, the chairs and stands will be disinfected between each lesson, lessons will possibly be held outside (under a tent). More information may be included when the schedule comes out.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegJnRvVEpCEnBrpjfCRLaWRjUPkaEMzcjOy9UvXoSYjVpDKA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please read this important letter from Mr. Lechnir and Mrs. Prouty regarding our in-person 2020 graduation ceremony on July 12th at 11:00 AM. It includes details and guidelines that all will be expected to follow. We look forward to celebrating our graduating Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020! The letter may also be found under our "News" page on the school's website and app.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PI9AiVuUwLo5BiEb6vMwk0CcS8WFQsM0IXhvD0IHxy8/edit?usp=sharing
We are passing along some sport related information from the WIAA - WIAA Summer Contact FAQ
https://5il.co/ht53 and WIAA Reopen School Sports-Summer https://5il.co/ht54
It's time for a birthday party! Turn up the mew-sic to celebrate. Today, June 30th, we wish Rhiya Waterman a very Happy Birthday!
Another year older?! You don't look it at all. Today, June 28th, we send out birthday wishes to some marvelous Bulldogs. Happy Birthday, Deegan Mezera, Landon Thompson, and Mrs. Emily Zorea!
Super Happy Birthday wishes go out to one of our Super Students. Happy Birthday today, June 27th, to Dalton Ihm!
Are you looking for volunteer opportunities? The Richland Center Tourism Board is looking for 2 youth (or a youth and adult) who can commit to two- 4hr shifts (8-noon or 12-4) per month (July and August) to provide visitor information, answer phone calls, be a friendly, smiling greeter at the Depot Visitor Center in Richland Center two weekend days (Friday and/or Saturday) each month. There will be a short application process and training for those who meet the requirements. Contact Christy Adsit at 608/647-3035.
Who's a birthday girl? Happy Birthday to Ruthie Weitzel today, June 26th!
Some Paw-some students have birthdays today, June 25th. Happy Birthday wishes to Cameron Brown and Memphis Phillips today. Have a howling good time celebrating you!
Ithaca is seeking individuals who are interested in guiding our student-athletes. Middle School Football is needing to fill a head coach position and an assistant coach position. There are also openings in our High School Volleyball program for two assistant coaches. Interested applicants should complete an employment application found on our website under "Employment" and contact Athletic Director Zac Thome at thomzac@ithaca.k12.wi.us or call the district office to leave a message at 585-2512.
It's a special day for two of our students! Happy Birthday wishes today, June 24th, to Hadley Czys and a very special birthday for Gunner Honer! Enjoy your day.
Please review the press release from Richland County Emergency Management regarding the progression to Phase II reopening https://docs.google.com/document/d/1P7y7gfVDFpCxLYVgbv9TSDz85puwRqDKns5RsdQa9SE/edit?usp=sharing
It's time to celebrate! A very Happy Birthday today, June 23rd to Gavriel Fauver, Scout Mezera, and Logan Rutherford. Have a wonderful and special day celebrating YOU!
Please read this important update from Ithaca Superintendent Mrs. Julie Prouty regarding the most recent Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Education Forward plan.
The letter may also be found in an article on our "News" tab on our website and app.
No one is you-er than you! And today, June 21st, we wish Happy Birthday to you, James Kypke!
It's the last week for the food pick up next week! What a success this program has been. If you still want to sign up to participate in the program for next week and receive delicious Carr Valley curd on the 25th, use the link below or go to our "News" page to find the Food Service Survey. Thanks to all our families who have participated to make it such a success!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLW3Q52IAG1nNqVwFkzk1OE43axqmMqLsmAX3ETPaGrA6oCA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Let's sing Happy Birthday today, June 20th, to Kayla Fry and Hunter Kennedy!
Don’t forget next week is the last week of our Food Program Pick Up device. Sign up today so you don’t miss out on fresh Carr Valley cheese curds compliments of Jones Chevrolet-Buick on June 25! Find e survey on our website and app under the “News” article “Food Service Survey”.
S'more birthdays today, June 19th. Happy Birthday to Emma Hilby, Devon Hisel, Alyssa Mueller, and Brock Nelson! Have a great day celebrating you!
Bubbles the Clown is happy to report that the 98th Annual Ithaca Fair is still on! The fair will be Saturday, October 3, 2020. Here is the Ithaca Fair Book so you can create and grow entries for it this summer! When we get a theme and times for everything, we will add that. We will still use FairEntry.com this year to streamline the entry process. An exhibit organization sheet is also included on the last page of the fair book. Registration will open in August. Any fair book questions can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau at favrjim@ithaca.k12.wi.us or Mrs. Jill Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ogbl#inbox/FMfcgxwHNqMgxBZpsFJMRPkDqKGpgrXv?projector=1
Join the Ithaca FCCLA as Papa Murphy sponsors a Share Night. Head over tonight from 4pm until 8pm to support the club!
https://www.facebook.com/events/553354685551971/
Birthdays rule! Let's wish a Happy Birthday to Mrs. Paula Boland today, June 18th! Don't be "mean" about it, because she's above "average".
Join WRCO-FM 100.9 and at https://wrco.com this Friday at 7 for "Rewind, Press Play!". This rewind "sports broadcast" program will feature the Ithaca Baseball State Championship from 2016. Phil Nee has the play-by-play call of the game featuring an Ithaca State Title. During the broadcast you can enjoy Phil's interview with Coach Dan Clary and some former players, as they reminisce about the title run. Again, it will be broadcast on WRCO-FM 100.9 and WRCO.com this Friday evening at 7:00 PM.
This survey has been created to assist in gathering information to best prepare the district to manage the safety and welfare of all our Ithaca family. The Ithaca School District is preparing for as many avenues of learning as possible (including remote learning, every other day access to school, full time learning for all, one week at Ithaca and then one-week remote learning, the younger the child the more at school learning, among many other ideas). We have weekly Wednesday 3:00 meetings about this (ask the office for a login). All are welcome to attend and participate.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0fiT2_0PMhJ2qTB2ErnuUy_gN79xxI_te32Cc_O3zZx-aPg/viewform
When you're twins, do you get to celebrate twice as much? When you share a birthday with twins, can you celebrate three times as much? Happy Birthday wishes today, June 16th to Eugene and Leo Dederich and Noah Drone! Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, nah!
Please email Mr. Favreau if you are interested in the first ever virtual Wisconsin FFA Agriscience Fair and Talent Show. To learn more about these amazing events you can visit the "Intro to FFA" PowerPoint, talk to an officer, or ask your advisor! Let's make the best of the 2020 virtual Wisconsin State FFA convention July 6-10 by participating!
Party cats are here to celebrate a birthday! We want to wish Addyson Jurgensen a Happy Birthday today, June 15th!
Get ready to celebrate! Happy Birthday wishes today, June 14th, to Cole Brownlee! Have a great day.
Birthday Wishes! Today, June 13th, we wish Kaylee Miller and Carissa Willis a very Happy Birthday! Celebrate and make it unbelievable.
June is Dairy Month! It's hard to beat celebrating Dairy Month than eating fresh cheese curds. Patrons of our Food Program Pick Up were able to get fresh Carr Valley curd compliments of a donation from Jones Chevrolet-Buick of Richland Center. Fifty pounds of curd were handed out last night and another 50 pounds will be handed out on June 25 to our Food Program families.
(And don't forget to sign up for next week's food program!)
Ithaca Public School is looking to fill a new position of bookkeeper and administrative assistant to our staff. A full description of this position is found in our District Policy Manual - Policy 361 (a link is below). To apply, complete the Employment Application found on our website under "Employment" and submit to our district office. Questions may be referred to Brooke Hackl, District HR/Payroll at 585-2512 during normal business hours.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pvHoTTk3a_U-5812dhPMSZzd7fiipKiuxiKejZzBBRY/edit
Substitute Teacher Training! Have you considered becoming a substitute teacher for the Ithaca School District or other surrounding districts? CESA 3 will be offering VIRTUAL substitute teacher training next Tuesday, June 16th. If you or someone you know has an interest, sign up here: https://bit.ly/2W9CraX
This training, along with an associate's degree or higher, is a requirement for a substitute teacher's license in Wisconsin.
Ithaca Staff wanted to still be able to send our students off into the summer break with flair! Check out this video of Ithaca Staff wishing our students well as we head into summer. Have a great Summer Break! Stay well and have fun.
https://spark.adobe.com/video/STFizIdoSraiO
Remember, you can view our Board of Education and Committee meeting ZOOM recordings at the following location on our website: https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us/o/ithaca-school-district/page/2020-video-links
Seniors and senior families! Please take your banners from the display in front of the Community Gym as soon as possible. Also, keep July 12 open as the date for our face-to-face graduation! Details will not be finalized until the end of June, so stay tuned.
To celebrate, or not to celebrate? That should never be the question! Happy Birthday, today, June 10th to Mrs. Melany Wontor! We hope it's gr8.
Congratulations to our one and only FFA advisor, tech Ed teacher, and agriculture teacher Mr. Favreau on receiving the Ken Solis award! This award is for an outstanding teacher in out school and is given to one teacher per year. Thank you for your dedication to teaching and FFA and congrats again on your accomplishment Mr. Favreau!
If you filled out a Food Service survey for next week and it appeared differently than other weeks, please complete the survey again. Inadvertently it was edited, and there were missing question fields. The information that you would enter there is needed for our program. Thanks for your cooperation.
Good luck to Talena Sprecher as she competes in the National FCCLA Job Interview Star Event. Although many of the State and National school competitions were cancelled this spring, FCCLA decided to host their National Convention virtually. This allowed some of the contests to be held via zoom or in a electronic submission format.
Talena qualified for Nationals by being one of the top two scores in her division at the district contest. She had to prepare a portfolio for the judges and will have a half hour interview via Zoom.
We start the week with birthday shout outs. Even though it's a Monday, have a great day. Happy Birthday today, June 8th, to Abdias Abarca and Caden Keller!
Greetings Ithaca administration, staff, students, community members and graduating seniors.
Since we are unable to meet as a group for our annual commencement celebration at this time, we would like to share the following links (Ithaca Website, Vidyard and YouTube) to view our virtual graduation ceremony. We have included a PDF version of the "Commencement Paper Program" in on our launch document. This program will be featured throughout our video graduation as well.
On Monday, June 1 our graduating seniors, participating staff and administration came together in the Ithaca High School Gymnasium to present speeches, commencement rituals and the presentation of diplomas to be recorded and debuted at the regularly scheduled graduation date and time of June 7, 2020 at 1:00 PM.
At this time we are proud, honored and humbled to present to you the commencement ceremony of the Ithaca Class of 2020. (please visit the following document for all of the video launch options) https://docs.google.com/document/d/14EoaVcGZ5tg8ub6QZt7NrINWBeWxLq-jH8P8r1OGqZU/edit?usp=sharing
You may also click on any of the following direct links to the video - https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us/o/ithaca-school-district/page/graduation-2020--16 or https://share.vidyard.com/watch/UtuZ9KpQTBMGWj3CnXrD6b? or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghZGpJDtBas&feature=youtu.be
Before the weekend is over, we can't miss sending birthday wishes out. Happy Birthday to August Ringelstetter today, June 7th!
Athletic Director Mr. Thome received this message from the WIAA who asked him to share:
Greetings,
We are well aware of a news item posted on the WNFL radio website yesterday that misrepresents the existing reality with regard to football and fall sports. No new announcement was made from our office about the status of fall sports, and an excerpt from an interview with a different media outlet was taken out of context and used as the source.
Safety and health continue to be our biggest concerns. More accurately, we are optimistic and hopeful that our schools will be able to provide fall sports. But it will ultimately come down to local and state health leaders who are the experts determining if our schools can provide sport opportunities to their student-athletes.
We have been involved in some very detailed and intensive communication with the DHS, DPI and the governor's office - near daily - as we work with our sport medical advisory to develop summer contact guidance for our members should they be able to reopen and offer sports. However, it is not finalized yet. We will be discussing the potential opportunities with our committees beginning with the Sports Advisory on Monday. We have been keeping WADA informed of our efforts to develop guidance.
We know and understand the interest in all of this and have been working hard to get it right. We hold out hope that our student-athletes will have opportunities in July and in the fall.
In regards to fall sports, what we are sharing with anyone who asks:
1. At this point nothing has been canceled.
2. That status can change as other virus developments might emerge.
3. We HOPE kids might return to their schools come fall, and if they do and if schools reopen, we will do our best to have a plan and guidance that our members might choose to use - along with input from state and local health authorities - to decide locally if they can resume their sport and activity programs.
Respectfully,
WIAA Executive Staff
Thank you to all the families who have used our Food Service Pick Up program! You've made it a huge success. There is still time today to sign up for next week's program. ALSO, the surveys for the remaining weeks are now open. Complete them all now or up until the Friday before the following week. Find all the surveys on our website under the "News" tab in the "Food Service Survey" article. Each week has it's own survey. Links will also be listed in a Facebook post going out today. Sign up for this FREE service for all children in your home who are senior students and younger.
If the forecast is right, it's a beautiful day to celebrate a birthday! Today, June 6th, we wish Lorenzo Bell a very Happy Birthday!
REMINDER - This Sunday, June 7 at 1:00 PM is our virtual commencement ceremony. We will be sharing information and the links to the ceremony just before 1:00 PM on Sunday. We will send them via email, Twitter, Facebook, our School APP and will post it on our website. We encourage you to make this an event that your graduating senior will remember, forever. Have a nice lunch before the ceremony, talk about fun times at school through the years, take pictures of your senior in cap and gown, have grandma and grandpa (if distancing acceptable) over for the viewing party. We stand with you in this unprecedented and challenging time. Congratulations to the Ithaca class of 2020, and remember to join us this Sunday at 1:00 PM for our virtual graduation ceremony.
Wisconsin families are invited to join the Mission: Healthy Kids Summer Healthy Family Challenge. It's a free and fun way to work on some healthy habits together this summer. Complete the Challenge, and you'll be entered into a drawing to win one of five family prize packages that include for Fitbit Inspire fitness trackers and a $100 Home Chef gift card. Visit missionhealthykids.org for details and to get started on the Challenge!
Join WRCO-FM 100.9 and at https://wrco.com this evening at 7 for "Rewind, Press Play!". This rewind "sports broadcast" program will feature an Ithaca Softball match-up from June 5, 2014 (6 years to the day!) Phil Nee has the play-by-play call of the Sectional Championship featuring Ithaca vs. Argyle. During the broadcast, enjoy Phil's interview with Todd and Jordan Cockroft as they reminisce about that game. Again, it will be broadcast on WRCO-FM 100.9 and WRCO.com tonight at 7:00 PM.
A big round of applause and Congratulations to Ithaca Honor Roll students. These High School and Middle School students were on the Honor Roll 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarters of this year. So much to be proud of! Keep up the hard work, Bulldogs!
Ermagersh! More birfthdays to celebrate. Today, June 5th we wish Happy Birthday to Chase Keller and Olivia Menne!
Sunshine, clear sky, beautiful weather... Sounds like the perfect day to celebrate birthdays. Happy Birthday today, June 4th, to Miranda Franzen, Kydyn Mueller, and Spencer Nelson.
Recently, students of Ms. Durkin's Art Program completed projects dedicated to our local health care professionals and their tireless commitment as front-line workers. Please enjoy the following video of that art work, as we are pleased to be able to share it with our Ithaca community.
https://share.vidyard.com/watch/psEdF6rZ3qduQxr2cC3LHb?
Parents, if you registered your young writer for the Hidden Valley Reading Council's Young Authors Workshop for students in grades K-5 that was scheduled for June 11th on the UW-Plattevill/Richland campus, that workshop has been cancelled. Registrants should have received an email. Check your spam folder if you missed a notification.
Temporary food benefits for children who usually get free or reduced-price school meals: Since schools are closed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, children who usually get free or reduced-price school meals through the National School Lunch Program can instead get temporary food benefits. These benefits are called Pandemic EBT or P-EBT. Children can get these benefits in addition to any other school meals they are getting.
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is automatically providing these benefits to most children who usually get free or reduced-price school meals based on information they have on file. If the Wisconsin Department of Health Services is able to verify your information, the benefits will automatically be provided on your QUEST card if you have one or on a P-EBT card you will get in the mail. You can use these cards like a debit card to buy food. You will get a letter in the mail letting you know if you are automatically getting the benefits. You may also get an email in addition to the mailed letter. See more information about these benefits and how you will be notified at dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/forwardhealth-foodshare.htm
If the Wisconsin Department of Health Services does not have your information or is not able to verify your information, you will need to apply for the benefits. If you have not been notified that you are automatically getting these benefits by May 20, please complete the application at access.wi.gov/s/pebt?language=en_US. You must apply for the benefits by June 30.
It is very important that the information you provide for each child who usually gets free or reduced-price school meals exactly matches the information your school has on file. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services will look at that information to make sure you can get the benefits.
If you apply and your information cannot be verified, please check with us to make sure your information is correct. You can contact us at 608-585-2512. We will work with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction to make sure the correct information is on file.
SWCAP recently learned we will be receiving WI Rental Assistance Program (WRAP) funds, resulting from the CARES Act. The purpose of these funds is to help those who were negatively impacted by COVID-19 and are struggling to pay rent or security deposit. The SWCAP program will provide funding to eligible individuals residing in the Wisconsin counties of Grant, Green, Iowa, Lafayette and Richland.
In general, an applicant must be an adult resident of Wisconsin, with a household income at or below 80% of the county median income in the month of the application or the prior month. For those eligible, the program may provide direct financial assistance for rent owed and/or security deposits. The program will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and the program will expire once CARES funding is exhausted.
----> PLEASE NOTE: SWCAP is not yet taking applications. We will post application instructions and contact information online, once the program is operational, on or about June 8, 2020.
We are excited and relieved to have these funds available to eligible residents of Southwestern Wisconsin.
We do not currently have any programs that provide similar assistance with mortgage payments. If you are struggling with mortgage payments due to COVID, you may wish to contact Neighborhood Housing Services of Southwest Wisconsin or Wisconsin Rural Housing at https://www.wisconsinruralhousing.org/ to talk with them about programs and services that may be able to help.
Join WRCO-FM 100.9 and at https://wrco.com this Friday evening at 7 for "Rewind, Press Play!". This rewind "sports broadcast" program will feature an Ithaca Softball match-up from June 5, 2014 (6 years to the day!) Phil Nee has the play-by-play call of the Sectional Championship featuring Ithaca vs. Argyle. During the broadcast, enjoy Phil's interview with Todd and Jordan Cockroft as they reminisce about that game. Again, it will be broadcats on WRCO-FM 100.9 and WRCO.com this Friday at 7:00 PM.
Our school's food service program has received funding to continue to offer the Food Service Pick Up Program past the last day of school. Find the form on our website, app, or Facebook page to sign up for next week - June 8th through the 12th. As before, this service is available to ANY minors living in your household, to include seniors that just graduated. If you open enroll and live outside the district, you still qualify for Ithaca's food program. If you live in the district but open enroll to another district, you still qualify for Ithaca's food program. The survey must be completed each week and must be submitted by the Friday prior to the week. This week, the survey should be completed by Friday, June 5th.
To find the survey on our website and app, go to "Explore" from the main page, and click on "News". From there, open the article titled "Food Service Survey". The link is embedded in the article and listed at the end.
Sign up your household, pass the word along, and encourage others to participate!
Sunday, June 7 at 1:00 PM is our virtual commencement ceremony. We will be sharing information and the links to the ceremony just before 1:00 PM on Sunday. We will send them via email, Twitter, Facebook, our School APP and will post it on our website. We encourage you to make this an event that your graduating senior will remember, forever. Have a nice lunch before the ceremony, talk about fun times at school through the years, take pictures of your senior in cap and gown, have grandma and grandpa (if distancing acceptable) over for the viewing party. We stand with you in this unprecedented and challenging time. Congratulations to the Ithaca class of 2020, and remember to join us this Sunday at 1:00 PM for our virtual graduation ceremony.
It's gonna be a hot one today! Stay cool and celebrate. Today, June 2nd, we wish Happy Birthday to Branden Debeukelar!
Attention Ithaca Families: If you were unable to return books, Chromebooks, and turn in final school work, please do so Tuesday, June 2 or Wed, June 3 from 9AM-4PM.
Just a reminder that All Ithaca athletic facilities are closed until July 1, 2020. This is for the entire community, not just Ithaca Athletics. If the State of Wisconsin or WIAA makes changes we will let you know. Thank you. Zac Thome, Ithaca Athletic Director.
Do you have health or mental health needs and don't know where to start or who to see? "Well Badger Resource Center" is a Wisconsin health information and referral service, operated by the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation and in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. They connect Wisconsin individuals and families with the resources they’re looking for — specifically for services for children and youth with special healthcare needs, financial assistance, health care and coverage, nutrition help, and more. Check out the link to see how they can help you!
https://www.wellbadger.org/s/?language=en_US
Who doesn't love a good reason to eat cake? Have a very Happy Birthday today, June 1st, Anthony Prouty! Have some birthday cake to celebrate.
Even though it's the last day of May, we have May birthday wishes to go out. Happy Birthday to Gwen Sharp today, May 31st!
You forgot to sign up for the Food Service program for next week? I know I did! Good thing there's still time to fill it out. We'll leave the survey open for you to complete it today so you don't miss out next week! Find it on our "News" tab under the Food Service Survey article.
What a wonderful day to celebrate a birthday. Happy Birthday wishes today, May 30th, go out to Channing Wheaton! We'll be singing Happy Birthday all day.
UW-Platteville, Richland, and Baraboo summer camps are Re-Inventing Summer by going virtual! Check out this site and click on Virtual Youth Camps to register for online classes: https://www.uwplatt.edu/youth-programs. Some courses are for creative writing, advanced high school subjects, acting, just to name a few. See our "News" tab article "UW-Platteville Virtual Youth Camps" for more information or visit the link above.
Happy Friday! And Happy Birthday to Serenity Clary and Clayton Lee. Sending you birthday wishes from a safe distance.
Since we are not able to get together in person, we are delighted to share with you the scholarship and award recipients, as well as the future plans for the Ithaca Class of 2020. Please visit out Google Doc for all the links and details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j-dkJuVDXCzAA9-BJZKEHthJuNmx8Vm2d2NyW6v5dvs/edit?usp=sharing
Don't forget TODAY, Friday, May 29th, the building is open from 10am until 6pm for returning homework, Chromebooks, library books, or any other district-owned items. Please pick up elementary and middle school yearbooks, completed art projects, any lost/found items, and Mrs. Zorea has books to take home for elementary students in the gym. If you didn't order an elementary or middle school yearbook, but would like to purchase one, they will be for sale while supplies last at school today (make checks payable to Ithaca PTSO). If you are unable to come today, please discuss arrangements with Mr. Lechnir or Mrs. Schoen.
Don't forget, this morning at 9:00 AM we will be debuting the Ithaca Class of 2020 Awards and Scholarships. We will have a video presentation plus all the text to read the awards, as well. All the information will be posted to Facebook, Twitter, Ithaca App Push and an email. All data will be contained in a Google Doc just for you. We will send the info / doc information at 9:00 AM as we release the video. Please enjoy this presentation at 9 AM, as we celebrate the Ithaca Class of 2020.
Don't forget! Senior Scholarship and Awards will be posted to the Ithaca Facebook Page, email and other Social Media outlets at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, May 29th (tomorrow). There will be a link to a YouTube or VidYard video (your choice), showing each student's "Senior Picture" along with future plans, awards and scholarships. Again, that video will premiere tomorrow, Friday May 29 at 9:00 AM.
SENIORS! Are you coming to graduation taping? We still have not heard from all of you! Don't assume Ms. Durkin knows you're coming unless you have emailed or called her.
June 1st we will be videotaping for virtual graduation that will be aired on June 7th at the time slotted for graduation. YOU MUST BE HERE on June 1st to tape this for the class. We will be breaking up the class in groups for social distancing. Meet in the commons at the time your group is supposed to meet. WEAR YOUR CAP AND GOWN.
We start at 8am with speeches...
Speeches by Jim, Bethany, Zach and McKenna. Ms. Durkin has a speech from McKenna. The others need to be finished and ready to go for editing ASAP! Email her a copy please.
These are the times and groups broken up for the day. Please make arrangements to be here. If you are not feeling well, we will reschedule. If you do not respond
or make arrangements to be here, you will not be videotaped. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Durkin ASAP.
Group 1 9-10am: Jim, Logan C, Ellie, Noelle, Aaron
Group 2 10-11am: Shelby, Keegan, Gunner, Melissa, Charlie
Group 3 11-12pm: Alexis, Kayde, Raelyn, Erin Louis, Jonah
Group 4 12-1pm ; Erin Miller, Carrie, McKenna, Andrew, Zach
Group 5 1-2pm: Aubrey, Logan Olson, JoAnn, Stone, Robert
Group 6 2-3pm: Caleb, Elizabeth, Kaleb, Sterling, Beth, Sawyer
Food Service pick up next week will still be from 4pm until 6pm at the Elementary doors as has been done other days. The time in today's earlier message was incorrect. Pick up is still from 4pm until 6pm Monday through Friday next week. The program will continue through June.
Did you order a 2019-2020 yearbook? If you ordered an elementary or middle school yearbook, they will be available for pick up this Friday, May 29th in the Commons from 10am until 6pm. They will be labelled with the students' names on them. Students who ordered a high school yearbook have been notified via their school email address of their order status. If anyone would like to purchase a middle school or elementary yearbook, extras are available Friday for $15. Bring your money that day if you'd like one.
Summer is almost here! Do you know where your library books are? Please round them up and return them to the Commons this Friday between 10am and 6pm. There is a large box labeled "Library Books" for you to return them. Keep reading this summer! Utilize SORA, the Brewer Library curbside pick up service, our online Scholastic Book Fair, the free books in the High School gym, or one of the other many options available to you for reading over the summer.
Congratulations to the 4th and 5th grade Lit Wars team who competed virtually via Zoom on May 7. They had to answer 60 tough questions about 6 preselected books they read during the school year and placed in a tie for 2nd of all schools competing! Participating were Peyton Brown, Alyssa Olson, Isaiah Fargen, Callie Muckler, and Aubri Imhoff. I am beaming with pride from how well you all worked together to come up with the answers! Mrs. Plonka
Our food program pick up continues next week! Use the form on our website and app on the "News" tab in the Food Service Program article to sign up for next week's service. There is a new survey each week. Pick up is Monday through Friday from 6pm until 7pm at the elementary door. If you are unable to pick up but can arrange for someone else to, please indicate that on the form. This service is available to all children 18 years of age and under for all youth enrolled or living in the district. Help keep your pantry stocked in snacks, milk, and juice! Any questions may be directed to Kathleen Schoen at 583-2622.
From Mrs. Schoen:
The school year is its the final stretch. We sincerely appreciate how you have worked with your student and the teachers as we worked through so many unknowns.
This Friday, May 29,from 10am-6pm will be the final drop off of student work. There are items to be picked up as well--elementary art projects, leftover items found in lockers or desks, etc.
Chromebooks and chargers are to be returned Friday, May 29 between 10am and 6pm. If your child needs to keep the chromebook over the summer, the Chromebook Use Agreement remains in effect through the summer months. When school resumes, if the chromebook is damaged or unusable, you will be responsible for the replacement cost before another chromebook may be issued.
When returning textbooks and class books, write the student’s name in the book and place on table beside the teacher’s tote (MS/HS) and in the tote (elementary)
All library books should be returned at this time.
Anything borrowed from a teacher should be well labeled and returned.
A final reminder that this is last week of the 2019-20 school year so all assigned school work must be completed and turned in to your teacher by Friday, May 29, 2020.
If unable to make the Friday drop due to family circumstance, call and ask for either Mrs. Schoen or Mr. Lechnir to arrange an alternative time June 2nd or 3rd. . The building remains closed due to the order by the State Dept of Health Services.
As before, up to 10 will be allowed in at one time so as to maintain social distancing and other Covid safety measures. We are requesting only one (1) adult /student in the building per family.
Elementary parents: If you have not already, please pick up 4 free books for each elementary-aged child. Mrs. Zorea has many, many to choose from .
Free lunches and breakfasts will continue through the end of June. Weekly sign up surveys are found on the Ithaca website. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
And finally, your family is invited to drive through Ithaca from 6-7pm as the teachers line the streets for the Ithaca Summer Send Off! Drive slow and wave to the staff who will be there to wish their students well as the 2019-20 school year ends.
Take care!
Don't forget tonight's Summer Send Off! Staff will line Hwy 58 from the Community Gym to Willow Creek Road (the homecoming parade route) from 6pm until 7pm. Drive by, say hello, and wave! Stay in your vehicles and maintain highway safety. Both lanes of traffic will be used. It will NOT be one-way traffic. Also, send Mrs. Diane Clements off into retirement! Thank her for all her dedication and commitment to Ithaca students.
Since we are not able to meet as a group for our annual end of the year celebrations, we wanted to share the updated plans with our community. Senior Scholarship and Awards will be posted to the Ithaca Facebook page at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, May 29th. There will be a YouTube video included showing each student's "Senior Picture" along with future plans, awards and scholarships. Again, that video will premiere Friday May 29 at 9:00 AM. The Senior Graduation Video will also include the Scholarships and Awards video and will be debuted on Sunday, June 7th at 1:00 p.m.
Ithaca, along with 30 other schools, participated in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Region 4 Leadership Conference on February 1 in Baraboo. We are proud of how the 18 Ithaca students who participated in the FBLA RLC represented our school and community. Out of the 18 students, 14 students placed in the top eight. Eighth through fourth place finishers are
8th place Erica Steinmetz: Intro to Business Objective Test
7th place Brooklyn Freestone: Intro to Business Communications Objective Test
6th place Emma Schoen: Organizational Leadership Objective Test
5th place Maddie Richards and Lexi Stowell: Social Media Campaign
4th place Erin Louis: Business Communication Objective Test and Elise Newkirk and Alana Nelson: Intro to Business Presentation.
Students that placed in the top three qualified for the State Leadership Conference. These students include:
3rd place awards - Zach Nelson: Agribusiness Objective Test and Talena Sprecher: Intro to Public Speaking
2nd place awards - Ellie Crook, Noelle Crook, and Shelby Funk Publication Design and McKenna Muckler: Electronic Career Portfolio
1st place awards - Audrey Newkirk and Ryan Lee: Broadcast Journalism and Aaron Feryance: Computer Problem Solving Objective Test.
Congratulations to everyone on their hard work!
Congratulations to Audrey Newkirk who was elected as the FBLA Vice President of Region 4. Not only are we excited for Audrey’s new position, but a requirement of the office is hosting the FBLA Region 4 Leadership Conference at Ithaca next year on February 6, 2021. We’re looking forward to hosting this event and showing the region our wonderful community.
The 66th Annual FBLA State Leadership Conference was canceled due to COVID-19. The National FBLA Conference that was scheduled to be held in Salt Lake City, Utah, was also canceled. The FBLA Board of Directors opted to develop a virtual format. Seven students from Ithaca will participate in the Virtual National Leadership Conference. McKenna Muckler and the team of Audrey Newkirk and Ryan Lee will participate in their presentation events. Aaron Feryance, Erin Louis, Zach Nelson, and Emma Schoen will participate in their objective test events. Ellie Crook, Noelle Crook, and Shelby Funk also qualified for the competition. Good luck to all of the participants! Competitive medals and prize checks will be sent to the winning competitors between July 10 and July 15.
Thank you to everyone who supported the students and helped them prepare for these events. A huge thank you to our Ithaca FBLA advisor, Mrs. Burnley, Mr. Adam Hess for his technology expertise, and Mrs. Julie Prouty for supporting the FBLA program.
We have "Reese"-ently heard there are special wishes due today, May 26th. Happy Birthday to Reese Richards!
Mrs. Diane Clements, a paraprofessional at our district, is retiring after 7 years of working with the students at Ithaca. Within those years, Diane has worked with our smallest Bulldogs all the way to our graduates. To thank Mrs. Clements for her years of service, she will be stationed at the end of the "Summer Send Off" parade route tomorrow from 6pm until 7pm with signs and balloons. Any family planning on participating, please feel free to make signs for Mrs. Clements to read as you drive by.
Not only is it Memorial Day today, May 25th, but there are birthdays today, too! Happy Birthday to Lucas Pluemer, and to Carrie Morris we wish a very special Happy Birthday!
Traditional celebrations for Memorial Day are different this year. The reason we honor this day remains the same. Remember our fallen servicemen and women who gave all for the protection of our freedoms, the freedoms of others in the world, and the rights of humanity. We invite you to find your own way of honoring the fallen this Memorial Day.
Tomorrow Bower-Gunnill-Dalton VFW Post 2267 will still hold a public Memorial Day service at the St. Mary's Cemetery in Richland Center beginning at 10:30am honoring our area fallen servicemen and women. It will also be live streamed from on the Richland Center Tourism Facebook page for those of us choosing to attend from home. Please find a way to honor our fallen, as they have given all so that we may have so much.
From the VFW Post 2267 Facebook Page,
"According to legend, Memorial Day-type remembrances began a year after the end of America’s Civil War. Shops in Waterloo, N.Y. closed for a day in 1866 to honor soldiers killed in that four-year war. The day of remembrance eventually spread to places such as Richmond, Virginia, where flowers were put on the graves of soldiers and, by 1868, a ceremony was added in which the dead were honored with songs and flowers. The annual ceremony began to be called Decoration Day. In 1882, the name was changed to Memorial Day. In 1971, Memorial Day was declared a federal holiday to be celebrated the last Monday in May. Memorial Day celebrations include flags and bunting, eagles and other symbols of America’s hard-fought wars and fallen soldiers.
Postcards were one way to express the emotions of Memorial Day and to honor those who had died for their country. They are great collectibles, with their bright colors and sentimental pictures and words. This 1911 postcard with the words “Lest We Forget” was published by LR Conwell."
Don't forget to sign up for the Food Program pick up next week. Due to Memorial Day, there is no pick up on Monday. The survey is still open today if you'd like to sign up. Go to our website or app on the "News" tab and open the article "Food Service Survey" to find the link.
A very Happy Birthday goes out today, May 23rd to Annalynn Webster! Have a very special day.
As we head into the long weekend, today, May 22nd, we have birthdays to celebrate. Happy Birthday to Nathan Drone and Mr. David Klang!
Ithaca Summer Send Off!
Join Ithaca staff as we send off students for the summer!
Tuesday, May 26 from 6-7pm
Rain Date: Wednesday, May 27 from 6-7pm
Staff will be along the sidewalks of Highway 58 from the Community Gym to Willow Creek Road (the Homecoming parade route).
All social distancing guidelines will be followed.
We ask that you maintain highway safety.
Do not get out of your car; just drive by, wave, and say hello.
Both lanes of Highway 58 will be used. It will NOT be one-way traffic.
See you Tuesday!
"Lettuce" celebrate birthdays! Today, May 21st we send out a big Happy Birthday to Elise Newkirk, Taygan Ryan, Jed Scallon, and Rebekah Weitzel.
Does your student want to join our new group of beginning band students? If so, please click on the following link and go to "Instrument Matching Tool". Students should do the listening activity and then click on "submit". This is the first step in the process of choosing an instrument. Please do this by June 5th. Also included on this website are videos of all of the band instruments playing so that students can hear what the instruments sound like and start thinking about what they might like to play. (Link is also found on our website and app in the "News" tab.)
https://www.bepartofthemusic.org/group/index.php?id=3162
Mrs. Boland’s students are working with numbers in different ways to use the same mathematical concepts. They made a meal for their family, converted the recipe to new measurements, and graphed 2 ingredients to keep equivalent proportions. Yummy!
The Food Program survey for next week is now open. Sign up by completing the survey on our website and app under the "News" tab in the Food Service article or on our Facebook page. Complete a new survey for each week. Next week, the program runs from Tuesday through Friday. There is NO pick up on Monday, May 25th due to the Memorial Day holiday.
The Richland County Mental Health Coalition is partnering with Ithaca and Richland School Districts to promote mental well-being of our students. Hortonville Area School District in northeastern Wisconsin is part of N.E.W. Mental Health Connection https://www.newmentalhealthconnection.org/, and is our mentor school. They, along with Prairie du Chien Public School, are guiding our districts in screening students to identify topics and individuals who need more focused attention. By screening students, we can better serve their needs. This video shows how Hortonville Area School District decided to utilize screening and campus-based visits to help promote healthy mental well-being for all their students. Hortonville was the first high school in Wisconsin to implement Sources of Strength in 2015. Since then 42 high schools and two middle schools implemented Sources of Strength. Together, we work toward teaching Hope, Help and Strength.
https://dpi.wi.gov/news/dpi-connected/mental-health-video
Like other graduates before them, this year's graduating seniors face a future of uncertainty. Unlike other classes, the Class of 2020 will be able to say they encountered challenges like no other. We wish them congratulations, as does the US Department of Education.
The Krouskop Park Fence along Highway 14 has been transformed in to an awesome display to honor the graduates of the area schools. Each of the Class of 2020 students are featured on a beautiful sign with their name, photo, and an image of their school mascot. Schools represented (in alphabetical order) are Eagle, Hillsboro, Ithaca, Kickapoo, Richland Center, Riverdale, and Weston.
A huge thank you to Southwest Partners, Richland County Bank, Walsh's Ace Hardware, Wallace Cooper & Elliott Insurance, Erie Insurance, and Rotary Lights for their help in making this wonderful display to honor our area graduates.
If you can come to Richland Center and take a look at the fence that is great, but if not, here is a video of the entire fence for you to enjoy - https://share.vidyard.com/watch/i5q7Kihxyy3uE5ubVMX6XM?
#Classof2020
Please continue to keep the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020 in your thoughts as they graduate. They have worked hard to achieve such an accomplishment! We complete our spotlight on the seniors with Sterling Weitzel, Bethany Weldon, and Sawyer Willis.
We want to wish AJ Manning a Happy Birthday today, May 16th! Hope it's legen-DAIRY!
So much to be proud of! We would like to continue to shine a bright spotlight on the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020. Today we honor Caleb Scallon, Elizabeth Stocks, and Kaleb Underwood.
June 1st we will be videotaping for virtual graduation that will be aired on June 7th at the time slotted for graduation. YOU MUST BE HERE on June 1st to tape this for the class. We will be breaking up the class in groups for social distancing . Meet in the commons at the time your group is supposed to meet. WEAR YOUR CAP AND GOWN.
We start at 8am with taping speeches, so Jim, Beth, McKenna and Zach need to be there at this time as well as their scheduled time slot.
These are the times and groups broken up for the day. Please make arrangements to be here. If you are not feeling well, we will reschedule. If you do not respond or make arrangements to be here, you will not be videotaped. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Durkin ASAP.
Group 1 9-10am Jim, Logan Clary, Ellie, Noelle, Aaron
Group 2 10-11am Shelby, Keegan, Gunner, Melissa, Charlie
Group 3 11-12pm Alexis, Kayde, Raelyn, Erin Louis, Jonah
Group 4 12-1pm Erin Miller, Carrie, McKenna, Andrew, Zach
Group 5 1-2pm Aubrey, Logan Olson, JoAnn, Stone, Robert
Group 6 2-3pm Caleb, Elizabeth, Kaleb, Sterling, Beth, Sawyer
Happy Birthday, Ethan Birkrem! We hope you have lots to smile about today.
Wednesday, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled the “Safer at Home Order” issued by Governor Evers/Department of Health and Human Services (DHS) was no longer in effect and allowed for restrictions for non-essential businesses and on travel to be lifted. However, the ruling also specifically excluded the section of the order that called for school closure for purposes of instruction and extra/co-curricular activities. Here is a letter to district residents from Ithaca Superintendent, Julie Prouty, concerning that ruling. Please visit our Google Document Link to view the letter. https://drive.google.com/file/d/14ulsc3yEeCuWTFPSRwLcPtfFbPy7oUmT/view?usp=sharing
Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020 will never forget their senior year. May we shower them with praises for persevering through it all. Today's spotlight is on JoAnn Pretsch, Stone Richwalski, and Robert Ringelstetter.
More artistic talent to share! From Garrett and Emmett some pics of their hard work Garrett finished his skull project. Emmett likes to watch videos of tutorials and try to complete them. Logan worked on finishing touches to his wood burning project. Keep it up, Bulldogs! What are you working on?
Calling all elementary readers! There are hundreds of free books set up in the high school gym. Each student in elementary school is able to pick four books to take home and keep. Come to school on either Friday, May 15, or Friday, May 29th from 10am-6pm to pick your books. We will have Covid safety measures in place. Please watch for signs.
There is a wide variety of books for both lower elementary and upper elementary readers, so everyone is sure to find books they are excited about. Come pick out your four books!
These books were purchased with Scholastic Dollars earned from past Book Fairs. Sales boost our ability to promote reading. Thanks for supporting our Book Fairs!
It's your birthday! Today we wish Audiana Abarca and Parker Grassman a very Happy Birthday! You otter be excited.
We keep the spotlight shining on the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020 today by highlighting Zach Nelson, Aubrey Olson, and Logan Olson. Congratulations, seniors!
As you know, each week our food service staff assemble a breakfast and lunch for every member of our families who have signed up for our pick up service. This has been as many as 450 meals! Take advantage of this service and sign up for next week's program. Can't pick up yourself? No problem! Arrange for someone to pick up for you and indicate on the survey. You can find the link on our "News" tab. There is a new survey each week.
Birthday twins?! Today, May 13th, we wish Hallie Steinmetz and Aspen Young a very Happy Birthday!
Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020 deserves a big "Congratulations" for achieving success. Today we spotlight Carrie Morris, Mckenna Muckler, and Andrew Mueller.
While we strive to meet the academic needs of our students, we recognize the need to also provide support for emotional and mental health needs. In an effort to best support our students and families, we are inviting caregivers to complete this form if they have a need or concern. If you need support in any of these areas, please let us know by filling out this form, or reaching out to your trusted contact person at school. Thank you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jCK1lDLuw-TpwW4UB6qvxnP8toIU8jXvnFvrXc8TqDg/viewform?edit_requested=true
It's May 12th, and we have some birthday wishes to go out. Happy Birthday to Brennan Wiedenfeld!
We honor our Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020 by shining the spotlight on them. Today we showcase Erin Louis, Jonah Marchwick, and Erin Miller. Good luck in all your future endeavors!
This week, our school’s virtual Scholastic Book Fair opens! You are able to order books online. Orders that are $25 or more ship FREE to your home! Shop at home to find great summer reading options. When you do, our school receives resources to enhance our classrooms and library!
Use this link to access our school’s book fair: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool
Mrs. Prouty's geometry students were tasked with creating their own origami forms. Here are examples from Addison, Alana, Brooklyn, and Elise.
Little surprises brighten up dark days. Thanks to senior Mckenna Muckler for the beautiful bulletin board reminding us that we can make a difference each and every day.
As we shine the spotlight on our Ithaca High School Seniors, today we honor Alexis Kast, Kayde Koch, and Raelyn Lasse. We wish you all the best for you in your future.
It's a very special day for Keegan Gerbig! Today, May 10th, we wish him Happy Birthday!
The spotlight today for the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020 is on Gunner Honer, Melissa Hutchison, and Charlie Jones. Congratulations, Graduates!
Today, May 9th, we wish Preschool teacher Mrs. Brittany Penfield a very Happy Birthday!
Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020 spotlight today is on Aaron Feryance, Shelby Funk, and Keegan Gerbig. Dream big and go after those dreams!
Ms. Durkin's been receiving more art pictures! 4th Graders worked on asymmetrical art, and Alyssa, Addison, and Memphis sent her photos of their work. Senior JoAnn sent a picture of her finished Snail project.
Don't forget to sign up for next week's food program (link below)! This week, a generous donation of 50 pounds of Carr Valley cheese curds from Sue Ripp (great aunt of an Ithaca student) were distributed to each family that participated in the program. Don't miss out on this great resource to help your family and our food program! And a big thank you to Sue for all you do for our students and families.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0FINdgZNqenUkITR1sC-SmPIx4eEq2r98bEZ_6tqVfErDpQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Today begins our spotlight on the Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2020. Congratulations to you all! Featured Seniors today are Jim Clary, Logan Clary, Ellie Crook, and Noelle Crook.
Today is Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. We see the child first, the struggle second, but the struggle is real. We support our children, whatever challenges they face!
Mr. Mani, Ms. Durkin, and the senior class would like to thank Susan Bloczynski for making the senior banners, Mrs. Prouty and Mr. Lechnir for helping provide the resources to make this happen, and Steve Louis, Jody Louis, Greg Olson, and Aaron Nelson for hanging these banners for the seniors. In honor of the seniors, we will light up the scoreboard every Friday night this month at sunset. Thank you all during this difficult time.
Logan Clary celebrates his birthday today, May 7th. A very special Happy Birthday to you!
Time for a Throwback Thursday picture. We travel back to the 1999 Ithaconian for some Track and Field memories. Tag team members from 1999. This is from 21 years ago. How is this possible?
Fourth Graders work on creating their own Coat of Arms in art class. Here are some completed projects from Rhiya and Dalton.
The Food Service Survey for next week is now open! Be sure to sign up for this FREE meal option that provides anyone 18 years of age and younger with breakfast and lunch. All students and residents of the Ithaca School District qualify regardless of financial situation. See our website and app under the "News" tab for the "Food Service Survey" article. Complete the survey listed there by Friday, May 8th.
In social studies, fourth grade students created dioramas representing the early Native American groups and their Wisconsin environments. Students studied about the homes, environment, food, and cultural traditions of these people. These early groups inhabited Wisconsin from 10,000 B.C. to 1200 A.D. The Paleo, Archaic, Woodland, Mississippian, Oneota groups are represented in the dioramas that were displayed in the library.
See the Mini-Monet's that are our students. Starry Night inspired Zander, Rainey, Maddix, and their family to create their own art. Addyson recreated Water Lillies. Cameron drew his own Starry Night. Abby drew Monet's Pond. What beautiful art!
Band Students! The Yankee Candle Fundraiser items are still available to be picked up TODAY Tuesday, May 5, 1:30 - 3:30 pm. When you pick them up, please drive into the high school parking lot and go to the band room door that leads outside. Please only 1 person at a time at the door and Mrs. Behrens will hand your order out to you.
Our students spread so much May Day cheer on Friday! Little Bulldog Clara hit up her neighborhood. Shayla and Brennan also made May Day baskets to pass out. Zander, Rainey, and Maddix spread some May Day cheer around, too.
More wonderful art to share from our talented Bulldogs! Deegan completed his cup weavings. Shayla recreated an under the sea environment. Owen used Georgia O'Keefe to inspire him. Emma created woven art.
Families are invited to "stop in" to The Parent Cafe sponsored by the UW Extension Office. Sessions are open Wednesday mornings from 9-10am or Thursday afternoons from 1-2pm. The Parent Cafe is a free, weekly opportunity for parents and caregivers in Southwest Wisconsin to talk with each other. As we connect, we find resources and gain skills that can make our families happier. Each Parent Cafe is hosted by an Extension Educator from Southwest Wisconsin and lasts one hour.
Participants can join via phone or video-chat, with
connection information provided after you register.
https://richland.extension.wisc.edu/2020/05/01/the-parent-cafe/
Happy Staff Appreciation Week. As parents, I think we can all say our level of appreciation has evolved this spring. Here's to a GREAT Staff!! Thanks for all you do for our students, your fellow staff members, the Ithaca community, administration and the School District. We APPRECIATE you!!!
May the 4th be with you today on your birthday. Happy Birthday to Jayden McBride and Ms. Shelly Pluemer!
A very Happy and Special Birthday to Zach Nelson! We hope it's a-moo-zing!
Art can be so enjoyable as a family! Hallie, Tyler, and Erica sat down together to work on art projects. Wonderful finished creations!
If you forgot to sign up for the food program distribution next week, it's still open today, Sat., May 2nd. This is a great program to support our food program, the many layers of the food supply chain, and it could keep those kids from asking what's for lunch a million times and eating all your snacks. Find the link to the survey on our website or app under the "News" tab in the "Food Service Survey" article. You must complete a new survey each week. Help us reach a new record!
Ira Coppernoll and Conner Montes celebrate their birthday today, May 2nd. Happy Birthday to you both! Enjoy the weekend. You all deserve it!
May 1st is also School Lunch Hero Day! We want to honor the food service staff who tirelessly prepare meals for our students. During the closure, they have been assembling meals for our pick up program. This week, they set a milestone with preparing meals for 244 students. They have a few extras ready each day, so that total for meals was 490! You read that right! Thank you everyday, but especially thank you for promoting healthy eating, promoting our food program, and sustaining the many layers of our food supply chain. Thank you School Lunch HEROES!
Today is May Day! And for our final day of Virtual Spirit Week, it's take a paper flower to a neighbor. Yesterday was Hat Day. Deegan wore the luck of the Irish. You can hardly see Scout under her pretty hat. Rhiya "bear-ly" got into her hat. Juliet is ready for her day of work.
A reminder that today between 10:00am and 6:00pm you may drop off completed work and pick up work in the Commons. Teachers would have been communicating if you have work to pick up. We ask you to enter at the main door, use hand sanitizer upon entry, maintain social distancing courtesies, and follow instructions to exit out the middle school door.
Happy May Day and Happy Birthday today, May 1st to Avery Kranz and Chelsey Offerdahl. Have a great day and celebrate you!
The Southwestern Wisconsin Community Action Program (SWCAP) is travelling to nearby communities with a Pop-Up Pantry Food Distribution program. Check out, follow or like their Facebook page for updated information. They will be in Muscoda tomorrow, May 1st and Lone Rock May 6th.
Ms. Durkin continues to receive so much effort and talent in the art she's seeing. Keep it up Bulldogs! Check out Kapri's watercolor drawing, Carissa's flamingo in progress, Tanner's work on Monet's pond, and Ivie's rainbow drawing.
Dig out your hats! Today is Hat Day for Virtual Spirit Week. Send your pictures! Yesterday, Shalya, Aaron, Juliet, and Eli wore their PJs (I'll bet more of you did - it's the hottest fashion trend in quarantine.)
Have a very Happy Birthday, Blake Wobschall! You're the last birthday of April. Today is still April, but tomorrow, guess what?
Band Students: The Yankee Candle Fundraiser items will be delivered on Friday, May 1. You may pick your items up on Friday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm, or on Tuesday, May 5, 1:30 - 3:30 pm. When you pick them up, please drive into the high school parking lot and go to the band room door that leads outside. Please only 1 person at a time at the door and Mrs. Behrens will hand your order out to you.
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Wisconsin Department of Health Services has ideas for how to talk with your child(ren) about underage drinking. Check out the various suggestions for all age groups. Small Talks: Start Talking, It Makes a Difference
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/small-talks/start-talking.htm
It's PJ Day today for Virtual Spirit Week. This might be the easiest for us all right now! Let's see what you're sporting. Yesterday we got some great snapshots of Crazy Hair from Brennan, Julie, Mrs. Moser, Mrs. Penfield, Ms. Powell, and Mrs. Wobschall. Fun to see the wild!
Next week's food sign up is OPEN!
All families qualify for FREE Breakfast/Lunch regardless of your family's financial situation! Please complete the form found on our website and app under the "News" tab or our Facebook page. There is a new survey each week. Surveys for the following week open on Wednesday and close on Friday.
The survey will be used to request FREE Breakfast/Lunch meals the week of May 4 - 8, 2020, for ANY child UNDER the age of 18 in your home, whether or not your family receives free or reduced lunches, during Ithaca School's closure.
Requests MUST be submitted by Friday, May 1st. Any questions can be directed to Kathleen Schoen at 583-2622.
Pick up is daily from 4-6pm. If you are unable to pick up during that time, arrangements may be made prior to pick up to allow someone else to pick up for you. If you like, you may indicate this on the survey form.
https://docs.google.com/forms/...
It's Brooklyn Freestone's birthday today, April 29th! Happy Birthday and have a fantastic day.
Please visit our website and app under the "News" tab for an updated message from Principals Mr. Lechnir and Mrs. Schoen regarding communication with parents and students and drop off/pick up this Friday and upcoming dates.
Completing work as a family helps make the process more enjoyable. The same can be said for art. Alana and Elise like creating and completing projects together.
Attention families of Seniors! We are asking for feedback regarding Graduation for Class of 2020 Seniors. This form will help administration and the School Board make decisions that will help determine how our district will celebrate our seniors.
Please be aware that per the "safer at home" order, we are not allowed to have more than 10 people at an organized event for school until after June 30, 2020. We would prefer to have a traditional graduation, but right now, that does not look possible.
Thank you in advance for your participation by completing the survey. We are asking the parents and guardians of current seniors about their opinion. Seniors will have a survey also. As of April 27, 2020, we are NOT allowed to have school-sponsored activities on grounds until at least June 30, 2020. Due to insurance, the outdoor theater is not possible.
A link is found below, and it is also found on our "News" tab under the article discussing this survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQw1rdp90EKz2EJ0qg0QVeojJke3gcnKaF6bKPuhaYlVll0Q/viewform
Today's theme for Virtual Spirit week is Crazy Hair! Let's see what you come up with! Yesterday we had Ithaca Bulldog Pride with wear purple. Thanks to Eli, Spencer, and Elise for sharing their Pride Pictures.
Feliz cumpleaños, Randy Pichardo-Flores! Lo extrañamos mucho. Ten un buen dia!
Happy birthday, Randy Pichardo-Flores! We miss you so much. Have a nice day!
More incredible art work from our students! Ms. Durkin looks forward to seeing her students and their art, so please continue to share! Alyssa completed her Family Coat of Arms. Oliver created an array of rainbow chalk art. Sara portrayed the beauty of these horses.
It's Virtual Spirit Week! What purple or Ithaca gear are you sporting? Mrs. Zorea got some outside time in today with her Bulldog Pride.
Don't frown! You should still celebrate your birthday a little bit. Happy Birthday today, April 27th to Lucas Smyth and Kerrick Thompson!
Let's wish Katarina Aschenbrenner a Happy Birthday today, April 25th. Enjoy the weekend!
Get creative for Virtual Spirit Week! Next week Apr. 27th - May 1st is Virtual Spirit Week. Check out the themes and share your pictures!
To say we miss you is an understatement! Ithaca Public School administration and staff want to show you that we miss you. We wish we could see you in our regular setting, but for now electronic communication and phone calls will have to do. You can see us in this video though, and see how much we miss you!
https://spark.adobe.com/video/ic88bBWj5SsrY
We want to wish Raelyn Lasse and Kaleb Underwood big Happy Birthday wishes today, April 24th! May all those candles on your cake avoid drawing the fire department. We're still under a burn ban. :)
We send out Happy Birthday wishes today, April 23rd to Devin Ihm! Have a wonderful day.
Wrestling families: Please return your wrestling singlet to the school. Any Ithaca singlet, wrestling shoes, or headgear that was loaned out should be put in a plastic bag and labeled clearly with the athlete's name. It can then be delivered to Ithaca School during the homework drop offs on May 1st, 15th, and 29th from 10am until 6pm. There will be a box labeled "Wrestling Singlets/Gear". We ask that you please return these for next year's use. Thank you!
Do you have some art to share? Ms. Durkin is excited to see all the wonderful work her students have been doing. Keep sharing and keep it up! Jon Hash has been working on some art of his own. Such talent in our district!
The food service survey for next week April 27th through May 1st is open for completion. It may be found on our website and app under "News" in the "Food Service Survey" posting. Please complete it by Friday, April 24th. Refer any questions to Kathleen Schoen at 583-2622.
Happy Wednesday, April 22nd. Today we want to wish our G/T Director, Mrs. Jill Plonka, a very happy birthday!
In 1976, the esteemed career of Principal Ernest Modjeski began at Ithaca. He guided countless students and community members during his time at Ithaca and in their lives after they left our community. Mr. Modjeski passed away on Friday, April 17th, and we extend our sympathies to Mr. Modjeski's family and all who mourn the loss of a great man and amazing educator.
https://www.dickinsonfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Ernest--Lee-Modjeski?obId=12711429
Ms. Durkin's high school students have tremendous talent! Logan Clary shared his barn board creation with her. Jacob Mueller drew amazing pictures. Thanks for sharing your work with us! Ms. Durkin encourages you all to keep creating and sharing your work.
All Middle and High School students should be checking their school email account daily. Teachers are noticing that some students aren't doing so. Emails from your teachers contain important information for your schoolwork and are a way for them to make sure you're doing well.
Wish a Happy Birthday today, April 21st to Juliet Hein and Hunter Moe! Have a wonderful day!
Thanks, Abby! She pointed out this beautiful rainbow tonight. A sign of brighter days ahead. Even nature has a smile for you.
Happy Birthday wishes today, Sunday, April 19th, go out to Jonah Marchwick and Anthony Varela! Have a great day!
We're too far away to see you in person, but today, April 18th, we wish Cayden Beasley, Ryan Miller, and Eli Swenson a very Happy Birthday!
Attn: Middle schoolers interested in participating in the UW-LaCrosse Science & Math Expo in May. They are doing a virtual Expo! Instead of an abstract and a trifold they want you to create a Power Point/Google Slide OR a pdf of your experiment, research, or math game. Let Mrs. Plonka know by April 22 (next Wednesday) at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us if you want to participate or have any questions. She'll get you more details on what to include in your Slides/pdf.
More talent from our artists! Alexis and Autumn surprised their mom with amazing art work. Addyson posed with her Family Coat of Arms. Memphis showed off his Family Coat of Arms, too. Art is a great outlet to relax or take a break from book work. Keep up the creativity!
Today is FRIDAAAAY, April 17th, and we wish a Happy Little Birthday to Alivya Young!
Parents, guardians, and students - if you weren't able to come to school the last 2 days to drop off and pick up or missed something, please come today, Friday, April 17th between 9am and noon.
Today is the last day to come to pick up learning resources and turn in what you have from 10am until 6pm. Also sign up for the free breakfast and lunch food service pick up. Links and information may be found on our website and app under the "News" tab or on our Facebook page.
A Toad-ally Happy Birthday today to Ethan Cockroft and Reid Wosbschall! Have a great day!
Please have all Middle school and High students check their Ithaca email for important group announcements.
Packets, learning materials, and turn-in bins? Check! Chromebooks for those who need them? Check! Muscle Man Randy Savage? Check! Last night's pick up/drop off had it all together in one place. Great things are happening for our Bulldogs! (P.S. "Tell your kids Mr. Mani says hi.")
Don't forget to order your Elementary or Middle School Yearbook! Links to the online order are listed below or may be found on our "News" tab. Middle School orders may be placed until this Friday, April 17th. https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=750002E8-A1BE-46A4-BE32-2335C86CDAA4&fbclid=IwAR2cWskkYy4gG_bbzHTpfGTA_Jt-LurP4xql6bTK-4JtCAJF2F4u2-z9HmQ
Elementary orders will be accepted until Monday, April 20th. https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/IthacaElementary2020?fbclid=IwAR1vVvkXN5v5WWblA0oP-6hrMQ3aGLvEtzQcWWHBgJxnoM5RPoieF7xjlWg
Each book is $15.
Here is the survey to complete for next week's distribution from April 20th until 24th. This breakfast and lunch distribution is FREE to all families in the Ithaca district regardless of financial status. It is available for anyone in the household under 18 or still in high school. There is a new survey each week.
Ithaca staff will be providing pickup from 4-6pm Monday, April 20-Friday, April 24. A new survey is required each week. Access this week's survey here or at the end of this message. Complete the survey by the end of this week, Friday, April 17th.
We ask that the front seat of the vehicle be vacant so that the food bag can be placed on the seat. This will limit if not prevent completely any contact between the passengers and the food server. The drive-thru is set up on the elementary side of the building. Watch for signs.
Food service will continue through the closure. Updates will be broadcast on WRCO, the school website and the Ithaca School District Facebook page.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecsvjYidxVX_uxPE4YVQNTvgBpBIdaU0N-beBn-qoerPb9GA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Ms. Durkin was missing her students and seeing them when they complete art with her. Receiving pictures of their completed projects is bringing her big smiles. We've got great artists! Easton created some Easter art. Tanner painted his door windows. Jacey and Briggs said it all.
Students, parents, and guardians: Please read through the letter from principals Mr. Lechnir and Mrs. Schoen regarding pick up/drop off on Wed. and Thurs. this week. The complete letter may be found on our website and app under "News" or on our Facebook page.
If you did not receive a phone call or text, please contact the district office, as it is likely we do not have a current phone number for you. Same holds for an email address. If you did not receive the email message with the information, we do not have a current email address for you.
It is recommended that the one parent or adult coming to school brings their own bags or boxes to carry materials.
Let's send some Ha-PEA Birthday wishes today, April 14th, to Valerie Fauver, Connie Pulvermacher, and Matthew Roh!
Just a friendly reminder that there IS food pick up today! We’re here until 6.
April 13, 2020
Dear Parents/Guardians of Ithaca students, (please have pen and paper handy)
We hope all have been able to remain safe during this difficult time. Staff are at school every day and phone messages are checked daily so if you need something, please call. Also, ALL families of the Ithaca School District are highly encouraged to participate in the FREE daily breakfast/lunch. Visit the school website weekly to submit your request. If you have questions, contact either Annette Louis or Kathleen Schoen.
Some things regarding this next “round” of learning:
We will have the school open for you to return student work packets and to pick up the next round. Elementary will continue with packets. Middle and High School are moving their classes to Google Classroom for the most part. If your middle or high school child has not accessed their school email account, they need to do that as the teacher has been in contact with them through Google Classroom.
Material pickup and drop off will be Wednesday, April 15, and Thursday, April 16, from 10 AM-6 PM.
Chromebooks are being prepared for only the students (Gr 3-12) who indicated on the Student Tech Avail (for parents) Survey that a device was needed. An agreement for use must be signed by a parent at the time of pickup. Please bring your own pen.
Please come through the main entrance, maintain social distancing practices, use sanitizer, follow directions for picking up all class materials, drop off completed work packets in teacher-labeled totes, and pick up and sign for chromebooks. Please then follow the signs to exit the building out a different door from the main entrance.
We are allowing only one (1) adult /student in the building per family. This is to help reduce the amount of people in and out of the building. Do maintain social distancing and use hand sanitizers. Please do your best to protect yourself and others. Come with a list of your student’s teachers/classes so you know what to collect.
We will have internet access in the parking lots for students to use as needed beginning April 20. Everyone is to remain in their cars, download/upload as needed, and leave as soon as possible. This service is being provided because we understand the problem of connectivity we have in our district. All school rules apply because of being on school property.
Although the teachers are doing things similarly, all student and/or parent should be in contact with the teacher weekly. Our teachers want to support the learning as well as family needs during this time. If you have not been contacted yet, please call the school office to ensure we have an accurate phone number in our system. Assigned student learning should be completed. Each teacher will be in contact with the student and/or parent regarding how work will be “turned in.”
MS/HS school work is to be satisfactorily completed and returned to the teacher. Teachers will then issue a CP (Covid Pass) / CF (Covid Fail) grade based on the school work completed and turned in. The Pass/Fail grade will be for all MS/HS 2nd semester grades (including 3rd quarter). ThePass/Fail grading system does not factor into overall cumulative GPA . Elementary grading remains the same and each teacher will indicate which work is to be turned in or discussed during their weekly check-in calls.
Upcoming packet drop offs will be outside the main entrance on Fridays in May. May 1, 15, and 29 from 10 AM until 6 PM. Be sure the student’s name is on all papers turned into the labeled tote.
Ithaca Seniors and parents of Seniors, the graduation ceremony is pending the directive of the Governor regarding closure and social distancing.
Prom is postponed until further notice as are all other school activities.
Again, take care of yourself and your family. Be safe.
Sincerely,
Mr. Lechnir Ms. Schoen
More reading, and we love it! Aaron relaxes while he reads. Kristin reads to her boys Devin, Dalton, Deegan, and Dyson. They make reading a family event!
Birthday wishes today go out to Aaron Bloczynski and Anna Dahlke! Going back to Mar. 31st we wish a Belated Birthday to Naila Lorenzo-Castillo and Logan Olson who had a very special day to celebrate!
Happy Easter from Ithaca Public Schools! Take this day to reflect on all the wonderful things you have in your life. If you can't see people important to you today face-to-face, we hope you are able to talk to them on the phone, send a message, or visit virtually.
Happy Birthday today, Apr. 11th to Jason Logue, Darin Nelson, and Kegan Ringelstetter! Belated Happy Birthday to Audrey Newkirk and Middle School teacher Mrs. Kris Willis on Mar. 29th and on Mar. 30th to Channing Brown, Katy King, and 1st grade teacher Mrs. Heather Owen!
Is your food survey completed for next week? There's still time today to get it done. The link can be quickly found under the "News" tab on our website and app or scroll down through the "Live Feed" or on our Facebook page. A new survey is sent each week.
Today we wish Megann Fenton Happy Birthday! We go back to Mar. 25th to wish Owen Feryance a Happy Birthday. Mar. 26th Happy Birthday wishes to Tristen Peterson. Birthday wishes from Mar. 27th to office staff Barb Michel. Happy Birthday to Tyler Steinmetz on Mar. 28th.
A reminder that there is no school on Friday, April 10th and Monday, April 13th. Enjoy the long weekend!
Pauquette Centers are offering free webinars from their professionals! Topics include mindfulness, managing anxiety in youth, and depression. You can even watch recordings of previous webinars. Check out this link for details.
https://pauquette.com/mental-health-services/free_webinars/
Sauk County has a webpage devoted to resources for families.
https://www.co.sauk.wi.us/publichealth/covid-19-resources-individuals-and-families
They are also promoting a Wellness Webinar on Thursdays at 6pm. Register for the webinar at the link below. It does not seem that you need to be a Sauk County resident to participate.
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2135353142295848973
Reading and pets go hand in hand! Pets like reading, too. Reid is enjoying a Bear Grylls book and his cat, Roscoe, thinks he needs to read the book also! Michael and his pup also read together.
Happy Birthday today, Apr. 9th, to Landen Richards! We missed wishing Matthew Kepler Happy Birthday on Mar. 23rd, and on Mar. 24th Izabela Ortiz, our custodian Ben Murphy, and Mrs. Schoen celebrated their special days.
Order your Elementary Yearbooks now! Orders will be accepted until April 20th. Each book is $15. Click the link to order.
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/IthacaElementary2020?fbclid=IwAR3kMTMgmPLtotqY-YhjGuZgEUpwlksNc8n-PVolRtCX3A0eiRAbH9WO5ZE
Look at these awesome readers! Parker's mom caught him reading to his sister. Syvannah reads in her favorite spot - her bed! Reading doesn't have to be a chore. Find a comfortable spot to relax or find someone to read to. Keep it up and keep the pictures coming!
The transformation is complete! Some of our students and staff were asking about the progress of a cocoon an Ithaca family had. We're happy to show you the results. Was it a cocoon or a chrysalis? The major difference between a chrysalis and a cocoon is that a chrysalis is the hardened body of a butterfly pupa, whereas a cocoon is an external structure constructed by larvae of moths to protect themselves during the pupal stage. This beauty is a Tiger Moth!
A reminder that due to the Good Friday holiday, there is no food service pick up this Friday.
Sign up for next week's FREE Breakfast/Lunch regardless of your family's financial situation. Complete the following form (also found on our website and app under Live Feed and News tabs, or our Facebook page). Each week has a new form. The survey will be used to request FREE Breakfast/Lunch meals the week of April 13-17, 2020, for ANY child UNDER the age of 18 in your home, whether or not your family receives free or reduced lunches, during Ithaca School's closure. Requests MUST be submitted by Friday, April 10th. Any questions can be directed to Kathleen Schoen at 583-2622. Pick up is daily from 4-6pm. If you are unable to pick up during that time, arrangements may be made prior to pick up to allow someone else to pick up for you. If you like, you may indicate this on the survey form. https://forms.gle/dBYwHqhYSJ1b2ZgY8
Birthday wishes today go back to Mar. 18th for Addison Smyth, Mar. 19th for Samuel Hollands and Melissa Hutchison, Mar. 20th for Aliyah Swenson, Mar. 21st for Braxton Fowell, and Ellie Crook had a very special day on Mar. 22nd. Happy Belated Birthday to you all!
Loss again comes to the Ithaca Community. Orlen Richards (Class of '52) passed away yesterday. For 30 years, Orlen drove bus for Ithaca students and "retired to a celebration typically reserved for returning championship sports teams." We extend sympathies to the many staff and students who are part of Orlen's family. Orlen touched many Ithaca student lives over all those years - our sympathies to you all as well.
https://www.clarymemorialfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Orlen-Richards/#!/Obituary
If it seems like we're putting a lot of focus on reading.... We ARE! Reading will help keep you entertained and there are so many ways to learn while doing do. Aspen finds all kinds of ways to read. I'll bet you didn't recognize Kaylee - she lets her hair down to read at home.
Today, we wish Zander Jones Happy Birthday! Going back to March 17th, we wish Happy Belated Birthday to Kaylynn Burns, David Fargen, and Trista Pluemer.
Food pick up for today begins at 4pm until 6pm. Don't forget! See you there.
Middle School families! Order it now!! Place your order now for the 2019-2020 Ithaca Middle School yearbook.
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=750002E8-A1BE-46A4-BE32-2335C86CDAA4&fbclid=IwAR0mCXXfR5Zx0yWonXvwlfjgXa3NOnYy0pBjrpTmGF6wgcShXZ0GDJ6ZGcQ
What is your reading routine? These readers shared an example of where they read. Ella is reading on the couch, and Kaylynn built a fort and read there. Mrs. Thompson's friend Arnold took a break while working at his desk in his office to read. Let's see where you read.
Ithaca School District is reaching out to families who have children enrolled in our district as residents or open enrolled. We would like to pass on information that may be helpful to your family during this COVID-19 pandemic.
If your household’s economic status has been affected by loss of income due to the Safe-at-Home mandate, we want to remind you that besides filing for possible unemployment we recommend that you check out eligibility for the FoodShare program or other benefit programs that are available.
The FoodShare Resource page can be found at: https://www.hungertaskforce.org/get-help/apply-for-foodshare/
The WI FoodShare Access page for applying can be found at: https://access.wisconsin.gov/access/
Wish 5th grade teacher Michele Wobschall a Happy Birthday today! We'll also go back for some belated Happy Birthday wishes to bus driver Mike Hutchison and 5th grade teacher Kally Clary on Mar. 15th, and from Mar. 16th Carter Pluemer and 4th grade teacher Trent Urban. Hope you were still able to celebrate!
April 5th Happy Birthday wishes for Liberty Clary and Aubrey Wiedenfeld. On March 14th, we missed wishing Logan Anderson and Aaron Jacobson Happy Birthday. Happy Birthday to you all.
Today we wish a very Happy Birthday to Olivia Biermeier, Caleb Birkrem, Lennon Neefe, and Mason Parduhn! Backtracking, April Fool's Day birthday wishes go out to Brooklyn Dahlke, Mason Fenton, Hudson Huebsch, Chad Meyer, and Joann Pretsch. Sending lots of Birthday Wishes!
Miss Annette says don’t forget your food pick up! We’re here until 6. And fill out the survey for next week too!
More creative reading going on. Did you know that reading aloud helps with comprehension and fluency. It builds confidence with speaking and helps readers understand new words by hearing them in context. Read to your children, have them read to you, or read together! Brayden found a tree to read to his sister. Gracelynn's tiger listens to her read.
It's important during times like these to stop, and do something you love. Brooklyn channeled her inner Ms. Durkin today and created a beautiful "stained glass" window for her family's living room.
Don't forget to complete the Food Distribution survey for next week! Every family qualifies regardless of financial situation. It's a great way to feed you or the kiddos and save you a trip to the store to stay safe and healthy. Link is on our website under Live Feed and on the FB post.
New today! We've missed being able to wish you Happy Birthday. If we missed you while we were away, your wishes will be coming soon. Today, Apr. 3rd, we wish Alex Franke, Rylan Hash, and Rainey Jones Happy Birthday. Apr. 2nd birthday wishes go to Jed Sieber.
Please read the letter in this link from Mr. Lechnir and Mrs. Schoen regarding learning as we move ahead in this closure. Do not hesitate to reach out to either Mr. Lechnir or Mrs. Schoen with any concerns.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fPX_u_G-5sOYiGssGqQl9NvmUrwLmcZ0RWek2Jbgu24/edit?usp=sharing
Don’t forget your food pick up today! We’re here until 6pm!
So much fun seeing all the reading and fun going on with it. Curtis and his family built a fort, and he read to his sister in it. Elise found a cozy spot by the fireplace with her cat. Keep the pictures coming! And keep on reading!
Ms. Durkin is teaching the colors of the rainbow - ROY G BIV - and the order they are in. One student, Alex Toussaint, took his assignment outside to spread some cheer and color. A perfect picture to share today!
Today's Throwback Thursday spotlight is on last year's 6th graders when they looked back on their reading throughout the year in Mrs. Zorea's class. What has been your favorite book this year?
https://youtu.be/myPYyx8M-vE
All families qualify for FREE Breakfast/Lunch regardless of your families financial situation. Please complete the following form (also found on our website and app under Live Feed or our Facebook page). The survey will be used to request FREE Breakfast/Lunch meals the week of April 6-10, 2020, for ANY child UNDER the age of 18 in your home, whether or not your family receives free or reduced lunches, during Ithaca School's closure. Requests MUST be submitted by Friday, April 3th. Any questions can be directed to Kathleen Schoen at 583-2622. Pick up is daily from 4-6pm. If you are unable to pick up during that time, arrangements may be made prior to pick up to allow someone else to pick up for you. If you like, you may indicate this on the survey form. (Edited to correct the link and update dates/times) https://forms.gle/FkRtPVTorYKW74Mq7
We have made a couple of additions to our https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us website. Here is a YOUTUBE video explaining what we have done. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sLtbznUDcg
The upcoming Policy, Curriculum and Instruction, and Buildings and Grounds Committee meetings have been cancelled. Please refer to the school "Events" tab or calendar to view any changes, cancellations, or rescheduled events. They will be as up-to-date as possible.
No Foolin'!! There's reading going on! Thanks to the Neefe's and Ihm's for sharing their reading pictures with us. Sutton and Lennon took advantage of a sunny day to read on the steps together. Dyson found a comfy spot in a beanbag chair to read a little Dog Man. Keep reading! Keep sharing pictures!
Remember to pick up sack breakfast and lunches at Ithaca School today from 4pm until 6pm. If you forgot yesterday, we have you covered! Pull in on the elementary side, and let us serve you with a smile! Look for a survey for next week's distribution soon.
Parents of Ithaca Students: We need your input. If you have not yet completed the Parent Tech Survey, please do so ASAP as we are making plans for student learning in the weeks to come. We want your input!! Thank you, Mr. Lechnir and Ms Schoen
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAKHUu_Wb9XroQdq8Rz945rzXucV-uj5lV1VEh78BRrgFZEg/viewform
We know how challenging this new learning environment is. Remember that sometimes the simplest forms of learning are the most valuable and even stress-reducing. Mrs. Newkirk and Mrs. Zorea challenge you all to read everyday. Send us your pictures of reading going on at home! Email to juli.thompson@ithaca.k12.wi.us or send via FB Messenger through the school's page.
The Newkirks found some obvious and creative ways to enjoy reading at home. Where do you like to read?
Mrs. Pluemer wants to remind everyone not to neglect your mental health. Managing stress and applying simple coping strategies can greatly improve mental health. Check out the link for suggestions. It specifically lists the importance of recognizing the different ways children deal with stress versus adults. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fprepare%2Fmanaging-stress-anxiety.html
"Children and teens react, in part, on what they see from the adults around them. When parents and caregivers deal with the COVID-19 calmly and confidently, they can provide the best support for their children. Parents can be more reassuring to others around them, especially children, if they are better prepared.
Not all children and teens respond to stress in the same way. Some common changes to watch for include:
-Excessive crying or irritation in younger children
-Returning to behaviors they have outgrown (for example, toileting accidents or bedwetting)
-Excessive worry or sadness
-Unhealthy eating or sleeping habits
-Irritability and “acting out” behaviors in teens
-Poor school performance or avoiding school
-Difficulty with attention and concentration
-Avoidance of activities enjoyed in the past
-Unexplained headaches or body pain
-Use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs
There are many things you can do to support your child:
-Take time to talk with your child or teen about the COVID-19 outbreak. Answer questions and share facts about COVID-19 in a way that your child or teen can understand.
-Reassure your child or teen that they are safe. Let them know it is ok if they feel upset. Share with them how you deal with your own stress so that they can learn how to cope from you.
-Limit your family’s exposure to news coverage of the event, including social media. Children may misinterpret what they hear and can be frightened about something they do not understand.
-Try to keep up with regular routines. If schools are closed, create a schedule for learning activities and relaxing or fun activities.
-Be a role model. Take breaks, get plenty of sleep, exercise, and eat well. Connect with your friends and family members."
A reminder to families who signed up for breakfast/lunch pick up this week: Swing in NOW until 6pm. Quite a few haven’t picked up yet.
Welcome back to School (at Home)! Staff are hoping all families are getting settled into their new routine. If you have questions, concerns, need resources, or just want to talk, reach out to a staff member. Staff will be trying to reach you and your students at home. If you notice a blocked or unknown number, it may be them.
Mrs. Prouty hopes families were able to enjoy a little fun during Spring Break. School resumes in it's new way on Monday! Staff are "looking" forward to "seeing" students soon. Got your classroom ready at home? Take a look at Mrs. Prouty's new office.
Could you or someone you know benefit from a Pop-Up Pantry food tote? Southwestern Wisconsin Community Action Program is making a Pop-Up Pantry stop in Ithaca on Wed. Apr. 1 from 12:30-1:30 in the Twp Garage parking lot. Call or visit their website for more info. Spread the word!
It’s not the kind of Spring Break you thought you’d have. You might be feeling frustrated, stressed out, scared. You’re not alone. Your Ithaca family is going through this with you. When there are so many uncertainties, this is absolutely certain: One team, One School, One Family. If you need something – anything – reach out to a staff member. We are never far away. Even if it’s just to talk. We are here to support you and each other always. And know this, we miss you.
Ithaca Staff hope all are doing as well as can be expected during this time! As we prepare to make some decisions regarding home-based learning, we are asking at least one member of each family completes this survey regarding internet access, hotspot possibility, and devices for students in your homes. Please feel welcome to add comments at the end of the survey if your situation doesn't fit the questions asked. Any additional questions may be referred to Mrs. Schoen at 583-2622.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAKHUu_Wb9XroQdq8Rz945rzXucV-uj5lV1VEh78BRrgFZEg/viewform
Ithaca Seniors! Updates to some scholarships have been added to the school's website under the Counselor's Corner. Please note that Southwest Technical College Foundation and Lenz Family Scholarship deadlines have been extended to April 15, 2020, and the UW-Plattevillel-Richland Campus Foundation scholarship has been extended to April 17, 2020.
https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us/o/ithaca-school-district/page/scholarship-info--4
The UW Extension Office has put out a document dealing with potential personal financial concerns you may have. There are links to resources and common questions with answers.
https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/toughtimes/covid-19-financial-resources/
Congratulations to the 2020 Ithaca School District Delta Kappa Gamma Winners.
Delta Kappa Gamma is hosted by the Lambda Chapter and offered to all students 3rd-12th grade. Students must write, illustrate, and publish their own story. Our elementary teachers have championed this contest and writing within the classroom for over ten years, and the accomplishments of our writers shows it! Congratulations, and job well done, students!
Attention Ithaca Seniors:
Just a friendly reminder to keep working on scholarships. Make sure you are also applying for scholarships at your school of choice. Go to their websites for more details. There is a list of some available scholarships on our website. Follow the attached path to "additional scholarship opportunities." **The Southwest Tech. Lenz Scholarship is due March 31 to Ms. Bevan and the Richland County Bank Scholarship is due April 3 to Ms. Bevan. You may either drop them off at the school to put in Ms. Bevan's mailbox after Spring Break or you may mail them to the school. Ithaca School, Attn: Meredith Bevan, 24615 State Hwy. 58, Richland Center, WI 53581. Mailed scholarships must arrive by the deadline, so please do not wait until the last minute. SW Tech Foundation Scholarships are due March 31 and UW Platteville-Richland Foundation Scholarships are due April 1. Both are submitted online and the links are on our website. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Ms. Bevan bevamer@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
With heavy heart, we share the passing of an Ithaca legend, Mrs. Shirley Braithwaite on her 90th birthday. Mrs. Braithwaite touched so many lives in her time at Ithaca. Her music and enthusiasm for all things were more than legendary. She and Wilmer brought Christmas joy to young and old as well. The Ithaca Community and Public School sends sympathies to her husband, family, and all who will mourn the loss of one of Ithaca's finest. Please share your memories with one another and those who never met her.
https://www.prattfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Shirley-Braithwaite?obId=12472184#/obituaryInfo
The Ithaca School District supports Ithaca families. We will begin providing breakfast and lunch to all Ithaca families for your children 18 and under regardless of your financial status. A food survey is located on the school web page, through social media and at this link ( https://forms.gle/krR9TGm1W7tbNTcF6 ) for all Ithaca families to complete who wish to participate beginning Monday, March 30, 2020. Each week, a new survey will be available for families to complete. Ithaca volunteers and staff will be providing pickup from 4-6 pm Monday, March 30-Friday, April 3. We ask that the front seat of the vehicle be vacant so that the food bag can be placed on the seat. This will limit if not prevent completely any contact between the passengers and the food server. We will have a drive-thru set up at the school. Watch for signs. Food service will continue through the closure. Updates will be broadcast on WRCO, the school website and the Ithaca School District Facebook page
Ithaca Families. A reminder that the building will be open today, Wednesday, March 18th until 3 P.M. for students and parents to pick up school work, empty hall and gym lockers, pick up medications, etc. Please be respectful of social distances, and we will monitor how many people are in the building in order to do so. Check in at the main entrance, retrieve a check list, and at the end of your visit, return that completed check list.
Ithaca will be open Wednesday, March 18, 9:00-3:00 for parents to get the resources planned for students during the Covid shutdown. Many thanks to everyone that came Tuesday!
Ithaca is open until 8:00 tonight for students to clean out lockers and pick up their resources.
Please be aware that I typed in Tuesday, March 27,It should be TODAY, March 17.
Tuesday, March 27, 2020
Homebound instructional work is set up for our students. The doors will be open for families to pick up work, and clean out lockers from 4:00 to 8:00 PMTuesday. We will also be open from 9:00-3:00 Wednesday, March 18. We will monitor the doors so that we do not surpass the “10 contact person rule” Only the front entrance will be used. All medication is in the office, a parent must sign for it.
Elementary, All of the teachers have packed up everything into the students’ cubbies. You may stop in the library for books and art room for supplies.
Middle school, All the packets are in Mrs. Boland’s room. You should go to your locker and gym locker and the band room if needed.
High School Clean out gym lockers, lockers and stop in all classrooms for each child, do not forget band instruments.
For Middle school and High school, we will have check-off sheets so nothing is missed.
Julie Prouty, Chris Lechnir, Kathleen Schoen, Cheryl Richards
Ithaca Public School Social Worker, Shelly Pluemer, shares a valuable article about making the best of the time spent at home right now. She also adds that it is important to know contact information for adolescent mental health providers resources in the Richland County area.
https://confidentparentsconfidentkids.org/2020/03/13/my-kids-school-is-closed-so-now-what/
Student resources and announcements located here: https://www.apptegy.net/s/news-ithaca-school-district/articles/resources-for-students-announcements
Some more updates on cancellations from Mrs. Plonka:
March 17 - Modern Woodmen speech - cancelled
March 18 PTSO meeting - cancelled
March 19 - Game Club - cancelled
March 26 - 3rd grade Lit Wars - Postponed (for now)
Ithaca Public Schools will be closed starting Monday, March 16. This is a change to the decision made earlier today. All instructional staff should report to work.
Ithaca School District will remain open on Monday and Tuesday, March 16-17. As conditions change, this will be updated. Please read the letter posted on the webpage for specifics.
For anyone who had been planning on attending the Richland Hospital's seminar Vaping: The Good, The Bad, and The Deadly it has been cancelled. At this time, they are cancelling all outside organization meetings held at the Hospital effective immediately, extending through April.It is unknown if events will be rescheduled.
Some great news among all the cancellations! Congratulations, JoAnn Pretsch!!
Congratulations to the following for Best of Show at Richland Area High School Art Exhibit:
Misunderstood by Beth Bohringer, Boscobel;
Love Yours by Elizabeth Kenudson, RV;
Glitter Girl by McKenzie Bell, Hillsboro;
Identity by Emerson Harmon, Dodgeville;
London, JoAnn Pretsch, Ithaca;
Captain America by McKenzie Bell, Hillsboro.
Kids College on the UW-La Crosse campus on April 3rd has been cancelled.
The Lit Wars competition scheduled for next Thursday will be done by students at their own schools. Ithaca students will compete at Ithaca. 3rd Grade Lit Wars has not been changed at this time.
Updated cancellations: State FCCLA and FBLA competitions have been cancelled at this time.
Please review most current posts to stay up-to-date with cancellations. They are posted quickly after the decisions are dispersed.
The High School Band trip to Florida over Spring Break has been postponed. We are looking into rescheduling for a later date
With regard to student and community health and safety the winter sports banquet for Monday has been cancelled.
Due to the cancellation, the gear turn in for boys basketball will be Monday after school.
Mr. Favreau was informed that the FFA Contest hosted by UW-Platteville, which was to be held next week on March 19th has been canceled. This was a decision made by the UW-P folks and the FFA has not responded as of yet with any possible makeup alternatives (sites or dates). This is a State qualifying event....so updates will be posted out as soon as possible.
Ms. Durkin has been notified that the student art showcase held in the Student Center on the UW-P/Richland campus has been cancelled. Select Ithaca students were to have their talent on display at this event.
Forensics students: Although your season has been cut short, your coaches are very proud of you for working so hard and performing so well.
From the Executive Director of the Wisconsin High School Forensic Association: It is with a heavy heart we must announce cancellation of ALL speech festivals – district and State – for the remainder of the season. Today, Gov. Tony Evers declared a public health emergency, and in accordance, State Statute Ch. 250 requires we cancel our events. With uncertainty and limited time between now and the end of the school year, there are no reasonable means to plan and execute an alternate timeline for festival dates or locations. Several other states have cancelled their State Speech contests, so this is, indeed, an extraordinary situation.
With regard to student and community health and safety, the Solo and Ensemble competition Ithaca would be hosting tomorrow (Saturday, March 14th) is cancelled. This is also in response to the State competition being cancelled.
Attn students in grades 3-12: Game Club will be next Thursday, March 19 from after school until 5 PM. Elementary please bring permission forms. We will meet in the Commons for a snack and then go to the Multi-purpose room.
Today’s $50 winner of the Ithaca Wrestling Calendar Raffle is Jim Bailey.
Forensics Students and Parents: The district meet is currently scheduled for Saturday, March 21 at UW Platteville. Students should be at school to board the bus at 6:10 that morning; return time will be approximately 2:00 p.m.
Important information related to the Covid 19 virus:
From the Forensics Association: Effective immediately, all WHSFA District festivals are closed to outside guests (i.e., family, friends, etc.). Only contestants and adjudicators will be allowed in contest rooms. This will be strictly enforced. Rounds cannot begin if any additional people beyond adjudicator, contestants, or a school-sanctioned aide for a student with special needs is in the room.
With that in mind, students should plan to ride the bus both to and from Platteville.
In the event that UW Platteville becomes unavailable due to the virus, the location of the district meet may change. Cancellation is a possibility if there is no alternative.
Please email Coach Louise Murphey with questions or concerns: murplou@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
We will be hosting our Conference Solo/Ensemble Contest here this Saturday, May 14th. A reminder to Choir families: we need your help with concessions for Solo and Ensemble for Saturday March 14. Please go to Sign-Up Genius to see what you can do. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0d4eaeab2fa5fb6-concessions
The March PTSO meeting will be held next Wednesday, March 18 at 3:45 in the LMC. Babysitting will be provided. We hope to see you there!
Please read Superintendent Julie Prouty's message concerning topics involving COVID-19 concerns.
If you get a chance this week, head over to UW- Richland Student Center to see local high school art work on display! These pieces art on display are from Ithaca. Kayde Koch, Jacob Mueller, and JoAnn Pretsch all have work entered.
The Class of 2020 would like to thank all the people who came out last night to support us at Culvers. A big thank you to the seniors who worked last night.
Seniors: Mandatory meeting during attack on Friday to get your caps and gowns. If you owe money, you need to pay that on Friday.
There will be an informational meeting for all interested in High School Volleyball for next year on Thursday, March 12 during ATTACK Time in the LMC. This includes any 8th graders who may want to play next year.
Today’s $50 winner of the Ithaca Wrestling Calendar Raffle is Eric Olson
Today’s $50 winner of the Ithaca Wrestling Calendar Raffle is David Fargen.
Attention: High School Baseball players. There will be a meeting in Mr. Kelly’s room immediately after school on Thursday. If you are playing baseball- Be There! It will only last about 10-15 minutes. Coach Clary
To let families know: Bus 1 is running about 30 minutes late.
The first grade class had Officer Kyle Mueller from Sauk County visit and tell all about his occupation of being a law enforcement officer.
They were asked questions by Officer Kyle, the students asked questions, were given candy, and were lucky enough to climb through the back seat of his car.
Softball team pictures will be Wednesday after school. The Softball Parent Meeting Thursday at 6:00 in the commons.
Richland Junior Bowlers All you can eat Pizza Buffet on Thursday, March 12th, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM at the Phoenix Center Bowling Alley in Richland Center. Cost is $10 per person & $5 for ages 10 & under. All You Can Eat Pizza also Includes:Tossed Salad, Dessert, Soda, Coffee & Water. Nice variety of Raffle & Silent Auction Items Available! also a 50/50 Raffle. All proceeds will benefit Richland Junior Bowlers Schloraship Program. Come & support several of the bowlers from the Ithaca school & their scholarship program.
Today’s $50 winner of the Ithaca Wrestling Calendar Raffle is Bruce Hemmersbach.
Tomorrow night the Ithaca Senior Class will be hosting Culvers Share Night in Richland Center from 4pm until 8pm. Please come out and support the senior class with their final class fundraiser! Proceeds will go to paying for graduation.
It is that time of year again; time for Youth Baseball/Softball Registration. You can find the links for the code of conduct and registration form on Class Dojo, the school Facebook Page, and the announcements. We also have a few copies in the front office. There are a few new changes this year, so please look at the forms carefully. Deadline to have the completed forms turned in is March 20. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask, Brett Maxwell 588-4496.
Trap club season is approaching quickly. Sign-up is to be completed by March 23rd. It is recommend to talk to the coach and complete the sign-up by March 10th. THE SPRING MEETING AND FUN SHOOT IS ON MARCH 15TH. Contact head coach John Crook at 608-712-3535 or jcrook717@gmail.com for more information. He can guide you through the signup process and what you’ll need to compete. Also, talk with some of the students who have been involved in the trap club for the past two years - They’ll have positive things to say!
Hope For Change is a promotion by the Partners for Prevention Coalition - an organization dedicated to preventing substance abuse by creating safe and healthy communities. At the Hope For Change event, stories of recovery will be shared, and resources for various recovery and support networks will be available.
Don’t forget! Monday, March 9th is an early release day!
Attention high school students age 16 and over who are interested in pursuing a job in a health career: the Scenic Rivers Area Health Education Center is taking applications for health careers summer camps held in La Crosse on June 21-24, 2020 or in Platteville on June 28-July 1, 2020. Deadline to apply is March 31. Please see Mrs. Plonka for more information.
- In 2019, 40% of Richland County high school youth reported that they tried vaping. (Youth Risk Behavioral Survey). That is around 280 young people.- Richland County, WI YRBS survey
Inconspicuous vaping is ever-evolving. Knowledge about the dangers is increasing. Attend the upcoming talk on vaping at the Richland Hospital. Dr. Wright and Anna Banker, NP will help you identify the signs of someone that is vaping and how to talk to youth about the risks. Questions will be welcomed. This is a free event at the Richalnd Hosptial on Thursday, March 26th from 5:30-7:00pm. If you have any questions regarding the even, feel free to contact Dana Gochenaur at the Richland Hospital 647-6321 X 2413.
Today’s $50 winner of the Ithaca Wrestling Calendar Raffle is Kreg Perkins. On Saturday, Shanna Franzen $75.00 and on Sunday, Pat Drea $50.00.
The winter sports banquet will be Monday March 16th at 6pm in the commons.
The Middle School Wrestlers won the conference wrestling tournament yesterday. Congratulations!
First graders are learning about the different occupations in their communities! Today Frank, one of our custodians, came in to talk about his job. The children asked questions and even had the chance to see boilers, a storage closet, and watched Frank use the Zamboni. They all enjoyed it!
Join us at the meeting to contribute to:
• Worksite wellness completed in partnership with Rockwell Automation, The Richland Hospital, and Symons Recreation Complex
• Healthy Wisconsin Communities Designation
• Richland County will join other Wisconsin communities being recognized for their efforts to improve health & amenities to serve their citizens!
• Influencing policies to support wellness Richland School District, RC Aquatic Center, G.R.A.C.E., FoodWIse & school gardens, Color Run with Sources of Strength
• Talk with other community leaders about how we can influence health for everyone! Use the tool.
Richland FIT Steering Committee members 2019-20:
Cindy Chicker-co-chair (HWLI graduate)
Chelsea Wunnicke-co-chair (HWLI graduate)
Betsy Roesler (HWLI graduate)
Sheri Scott (HWLI graduate)
Mary Nee (HWLI participant)
Marcia Carlson
Amy Hardy
Abbey Ewing (welcome!)
We look forward to seeing you there!!
Choir Parents: We need your help with concessions for Solo and Ensemble for Saturday March 14. This year Ithaca is hosting the contest. Please go to Sign-Up Genius to see what you can do. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0d4eaeab2fa5fb6-concessions
Nothing to do tomorrow night? The Annual Ithaca PTSO's FREE Bingo night will be Friday, March 6 starting at 6 PM in the Commons. All Ithaca friends and family are welcome to this event. We have LOTS of prizes and everyone goes home with a free book! Hope to see you then!
School social workers are a vital part of the district. Students' learning is enhanced with the assistance and attention social workers provide. Happy School Social Workers Week!
Choir students: Remember to pick up your Butter Braid orders today in the commons at the end of the school day.
The Policy meeting scheduled for tonight will be held Thursday, March 4 at 6:00 PM instead.
Congratulations to the Destination Imagination teams who competed on Saturday at Middleton and did a fantastic job representing Ithaca. Placing 5th in Improv were the Scream Testers - Olivia Menne, Ally Plonka, Owen Feryance, and Abby Plonka. Placing 4th in Improv was High Aspirations Low Expectations - Ilana Bloczynski, Tristen Peterson, Trista Pluemer, and Maggie Gschwind. Placing 3rd in Engineering were the Meeses Geeses - Kaylee Peterson, Emma Coy, Kaylee Miller, Alivya Young, and Miranda Franzen. Placing 2nd in Fine Arts and earning a trip to state were the Pickle Pals - Allison Durst and Holly King. Placing 1st in Improv and also earning a trip to state were the 7 Yetis - Kerrick Thompson, Meghan Miller, Sam Jones, Ethan Birkrem, Maylee Pluemer, and Annabeth Sprecher. The Meeses Geeses, Pickle Pals, and 7 Yetis all ranked 1st in their instant challenges as well.
Thank you to everyone who came to the share night at Culvers yesterday! The Junior class appreciates your suppprt!
Congratulations to the Elementary Battle of the Books team as they placed 10th yesterday out of 23 teams at the MVGTN competition in Warrens! Members of the team are Ethan Birkrem, Maylee Pluemer, Peyton Brown, Ashlynn Fowell, and Memphis Burkhalter. I was very proud of your teamwork and you represented Ithaca well!! ~ Mrs. Plonka
Check out the banners in the Commons honoring our Valedictorian, Zach Nelson, and Salutatorian, Bethany Weldon. Thank you to the Ithaca PTSO for purchasing them and to Frank Wastlick for hanging them up.
From organizer, Dana Gochenaur: Due to the high numbers of influenza within the community, we feel it would be in the best interest of the students to cancel Club Scrub for tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you have any questions, please feel free to call.
Come and support the Junior class for their Share night from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. at Culvers tonight.
Ithaca is doing a mental health screening for all freshmen. There is a video explaining the process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYp8jM9t7mY&feature=youtu.be
On Sunday the Youth Basketball program had our end of the year youth basketball party! Youth families gathered and we celebrated with food, a program and a fun open gym for the kids!
We would like to thank our basketball booster club for their support and our volunteer coaches for their time and dedication to the program:
Joe Brown, John Young, Darin Steinmetz, Kristin Ihm, Brenda Olson, Janelle Jones, Shelly Maxwell & Monica Kershner.
March 1-7 is National School Social Worker Week. School Social Workers support students, families, and the community in mental health, relationships, and a variety of social/emotional/behavioral areas for personal and academic wellness.
Juniors and International students: Those that have not turned in permission slips, bring them to Ms. Bevan today. Meet in the commons on Tuesday morning at 8:00a.m. with #2 pencils and a calculator to leave for ACT testing. Please make sure to be on time for the bus.
Butter Braid orders will be here on Thursday. Please make arrangements to pick up your order in the commons right after school. If you have a large order, you might need to make arrangements to have someone pick you up that day. Remember that Butter Braids are frozen and will need to stay that way until you deliver them. We DO NOT have enough freezer space here at school to store your orders.
There are still quite a few ACT permission forms missing for our students taking the ACT. Forms are due Monday to Ms. Bevan. Here is a copy for your convenience.
Read Across America Week begins next week on Monday to commemorate Dr. Seuss Week! Share a love of reading with your family and your students' classes. Bring a book to school to read, and rediscover your love for Dr. Seuss' books by reading them at home too.
Serenity Clary will soon share her love of singing at two state wrestling tournaments. She will Be performing the national anthem at the 2020 State Individual Wrestling Tournament tomorrow at the Kohl Center in Madison and at the Youth State Wrestling Match in March, also in Madison, at the Alliant Center. Read more about her in the February 27, 2020, issue of the Richland Observer!
Wash your hands!! According to the CDC, handwashing can help prevent illness. It involves five simple and effective steps (Wet, Lather, Scrub, Rinse, Dry) that you can take to reduce the spread of diarrheal and respiratory illness so you can stay healthy. Regular handwashing, particularly before and after certain activities, is one of the best ways to remove germs, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of germs to others. It’s quick, it’s simple, and it can keep us all from getting sick. Handwashing is a win for everyone, except the germs.
Taken from the attached article, "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say that best practices for hand washing include not only rinsing the hands with water, but also applying soap and scrubbing the palms, the back of the hands, between the fingers, and under the fingernails.
A person should scrub for at least 20 seconds before rinsing the soap and drying the hands with a clean towel.
However, Prof. Nicolaides notes that of the people who do wash their hands after using the restroom, many never apply soap and spend under 15 seconds on the procedure."
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/why-hand-washing-really-could-slow-down-an-epidemic?fbclid=IwAR1adoAaENcxF1mcZOC6IeNWrdyUG2VVI-2pvlxC697gdj7MB4cNvslV_4s
Make plans now for dinner at Culvers next Tuesday, March 3rd! The Junior class will be having a share night from 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Come support the Juniors as they raise money for their Prom!
ACT Testing will be on Tuesday, March 3rd for junior and international students. The test will be administered at the UW-Platteville-Richland Campus so we will be leaving Ithaca at 8:00a.m. that morning. Students should turn in permission slips to Ms. Bevan by Monday, March 2nd. Thank you!
The flu (influenza), colds (viral upper respiratory infections) and whooping cough (pertussis) are highly contagious and, in the initial stages, might seem alike. This comparison chart could help you and your healthcare provider determine what course of treatment is needed.
There will be an end of the year pizza party for any Youth Basketball player this Sunday from 12:00-2:00 in the Commons. This does include little Dribblers. Pizza will be served.
The High School Baseball sign-up sheet is now posted next to the office. It is important that you get signed up so coaches can start planning logistics for the season. Thank you!!
Just a reminder: Applications for Early College Credit Program, Start College Now Program, and the College Up Program are due to Ms. Bevan by March 1st.
The Annual Ithaca PTSO's FREE Bingo night will be next Friday, March 6 starting at 6 PM in the Commons. All Ithaca friends and family are welcome to this event. We have LOTS of prizes and everyone goes home with a free book! Hope to see you then!
FFA Week festivities continued yesterday with students and staff sporting their flannel. The excitement continued with milk drinking contests among the high school students.
Around the area Influenza still has a stonghold on our community. To keep the risk for infections as low as possible, check this link to look for suggestions:
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/actions-prevent-flu.htm
Hand-washing, covering your mouth with an arm or sleeve, and keeping your hands away from your face are three vital steps to reducing your risk for infection.
Seniors: Just a reminder: Please be watching your scholarship deadlines. They are all posted on the website. Local packets are due this Friday. Check with Ms. Bevan to see if your 3 rating sheets and/or recommendation letters have been received. If you have any questions, please ask.
https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us/o/ithaca-school-district/page/scholarship-info--4
State Bound!! Good Luck to Ithaca-Weston wrestlers Sawyer Willis and Monty Jennings at the State Wrestling Tournament on Thursday night! The pep assembly Thursday during ATTACK Time will include sending them off in style.
Attention Middle School Students: Anyone interested in participating in the Modern Woodmen Speech Contest, please talk to Mrs. Plonka for more information. The topic for this year's speech is "What Freedom Means to Me".
All juniors and international students will be taking the ACT Test on Tuesday, March 3rd at the UW Platteville-Richland campus. The bus will leave from Ithaca School at 8:00a.m.,so please be on time. Students should return permission slips to Ms. Bevan by Friday, Feb. 28th.
FFA Week activities began yesterday. Day 1 of FFA week included a spaghetti eating contest. The freshman dominated both rounds!!
There will be a popcorn sale this Friday, February 28. Cost is 50 cents a bag, limit 2 bags per student please. Proceeds this week will go to the Elementary and Middle School DI teams. Middle and High School students: we will come around to the classrooms to sell at Attack time with teacher permission.
There will be Math ACT review this Wednesday evening from 4:30 - 5:30 and Thursday from 3:30 - 4:30.
A reminder that this is FFA Week and our Dress Up Day for Tuesday will be Flannel Day and Wednesday is Camo Day...don't forget there will be Ice Cream on Friday for all high school students participating in the dress up days.
We will be having a short pep assembly on Thursday during ATTACK Time from 9:36am-10:06am . Our winter sports teams and the various club activities will be recognized. We will also be sending Sawyer Willis and Monty Jennings off to the Individual State Wrestling Tournament where they will be competing on Thursday night at the Kohl Center.
The middle school girls basketball teams will be playing their last game of the season tonight! 7th grade at 5:00, with 8th grade to follow. This will also be our parents night recognition! Join us in the old gym and come support your lady bulldogs!
Ithaca Elementary is looking for two (2) long term substitute teachers for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year! The best candidate for this position has a bachelor's degree in education and loves working with kindergarten or first grade students. Official experience and a state teaching license is preferred, but we welcome those with informal experiences as well. Candidates will be beginning the school year and filling one position for ten weeks or another for twelve. We ask that candidates are flexible and willing to work with the everyday changes that a classroom has to offer. It is also important that you are willing to become a part of the Ithaca community and serve the many families throughout the district. Apply online through WECAN at WECAN.education.wisc.edu. Questions may be directed to Ithaca Elementary School Principal Kathleen Schoen at 608/585-2311.
Just a reminder! There will be no school on Friday, Feb. 21st.
Next week, February 24th through the 28th, is National FFA week! Help support the Ithaca FFA chapter and the National FFA organization by partaking in our fun FFA week events and dress up days.
Monday is favorite agriculture implement/truck/car brand dress up day and there will be a spaghetti eating contest at lunch. Thank you in advance to all who participate.
HS Band Students: Please remember that we are setting up your Disney Tickets and Bands tomorrow, Friday, February 21st. Please come at the time that you signed up.
Have some of the best pancakes around on Sunday as the Ithaca Lions host one of their fabulous Pancake Breakfasts to support Kaliey Koleman. Kaliey is the daughter of Ithaca graduate, Holly Harlan. She is currently a 6th grader at River Valley and receiving Leukemia treatments through American Family Childrens Hospital. Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog. Support Kaliey and Holly and enjoy a delicious breakfast!
Spring is coming and so is Track season! The signup sheet is on the office window. We especially need as accurate of a count for boys, because we would like to get new uniforms this season. Our first practice is March 9th!
Any students that were absent during scheduling Monday or still needed to get a parent/guardian signature, please turn in your colored scheduling sheet to Ms. Bevan's mailbox in the main office.
The PTSO is still looking for volunteers to help provide the meal for our teachers during parent teacher conferences on Thursday, February 20. Please go to Sign Up genius to bring something! Drop off your item/s anytime before 3:30 PM on Thursday by taking them to the FACE room, the office, or down to room 104. If you bring it in the morning, we can bake it for you or store it at school. Any questions, contact Ms. Sprecher. Thank you!! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094facac2dabfe3-parent
Come shop at the book fair during Parent/Teacher Conferences! While you're in the building, browse the Scholastic Book Fair. Choose from the selection of pre-school through young-adult books. If we reach a minimum sales goal, 25% of our sales comes back to us in Scholastic Bucks!
Congratulations to Ithaca-Weston Wrestler Sawyer Willis! Sawyer set some goals at the beginning of his Senior year of Wrestling.Two were to reach 100 career wins and 50 career pins. He met his career win goal last Saturday on his home wrestling mat at the WIAA Regional tournament. He currently has 61 pins. No better feeling than reaching your goal!
The February PTSO meeting will be held Wednesday, February 19 at 3:45 p.m. in the LMC. Babysitting will be provided . We hope to see you there.
FCA Huddle group will meet this Thursday, 7:00 am in the FACE room. All middle school and high school students are welcome! Come enjoy a big hot breakfast, inspiring devotion and encouraging message. Hope to see you. Bring a friend!
Due to poor road conditions, Ithaca is on a two hour delay. There is no morning 4K. 2/18/2020
The PTSO families are providing the meal for our teachers for parent teacher conferences on Thursday, February 20. Please go to Sign Up genius to sign up to bring something! Drop them off anytime before 3:30 PM on Thursday by taking them to the FACE room, the office, or down to room 104. If you bring it in the morning, we can bake it for you or store it for you at school. Any questions, contact Mrs. Sprecher. Thank you!! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094facac2dabfe3-parent
Due to impending weather, Ithaca Public Schools will be dismissing at 1:00pm. There will NOT be any afternoon 4K today.
Choir Students: Remember that tomorrow is the day you turn in your Butter Braid orders and money. See Mrs. Niemeyer or Mrs. Willis if you have questions.
Softball sign-up is up by the office. Please put your name next to the number you want this year.
A reminder that tomorrow, Monday, February 17th, students in grades 8-11 need to have their colored scheduling sheet filled out and signed by a parent/guardian to schedule with teachers. Remember that you may look on your shared drive for the Course Description Guide if you have questions about courses or reach out and ask your teachers. Also, Seniors will not need to report until 10:00a.m. on the 17th.
HS Band Students and Parents, don't forget! The Florida Trip Meeting will be held this Sunday, February 16th, at 2:00 pm.
Ithaca will open two hours late on Friday, February 14, 2020 due to the inclement weather. No AM 4K.
There are many academic opportunities for our students to earn college credits, complete post-secondary certifications, or learn on the job while still in high school! Before you complete your course schedule for the 2020-21 school year, read over this link to see if any of the opportunities can help you reach your career goals! Reach out to Ms. Bevan for any questions or clarification.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mhEQoO29VbXKBskL1TlljWuk3lXc_-wL3E3JkneImnc/edit?usp=sharing
Attention graduating seniors! Check out our website for scholarship information. Review some locally offered scholarships, deadlines for application, and links to free scholarship searches. To get there: Go to the Ithaca School website www.ithaca.k12.wi.us; click on "Explore"; under the High School section, expand the "Counselor's Corner" tab; click on "Scholarship Info". Pay special attention to all requirements for applications and any deadlines. Scholarships are free money that doesn't need to be repaid.
The February PTSO meeting will be held next Wednesday, February 19 at 3:45 p.m. in the LMC. Babysitting will be provided . We hope to see you there.
It's BOOK FAIR TIME! There are so many choices! But is there something that is missing your student is wanting? Can't make it to school during shopping times? Worry the money you're sending isn't going to make it to the book fair? There are solutions! Check out the online book fair. Go to ScholasticBookFairs.com and click "Find a Fair" or type "Ithaca Elementary" in the "Find a Fair" search engine. When you click on Ithaca Elementary, a new window takes you to the Welcome Page of our school's fair. Users will need to create a secure profile, but that's all there is to it! For shopping online during the fair, Scholastic will give Ithaca Schools 25% back! We use those Scholastic Dollars to purchase books, beanbags, bookshelves, or other items for classrooms and the LMC. Come on in or shop online - all our students benefit!
February 10-14 is Bus Driver Appreciation Week!
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction joins with Governor Tony Evers to recognize the important contribution that bus drivers make in support of education in the state. Thousands of dedicated men and women work every day to transport children safely to and from school. They become friends and protectors of their passengers, responsible for students’ safety in sometimes difficult conditions, and their work is respected and appreciated. Transporting students over the millions of miles each school year, school bus drivers provide one of the safest ways to make sure students get to and from school. We would like to say THANK YOU to Owen, Tammy, Bill, Cathlynn, Mike, Troy, and Frank S. for your dedication to our school, community, and most of all, to our kids!
If you're thinking of hitting the road tomorrow night, consider cheering on our Lady Bulldogs as they travel to La Farge to play basketball. During that game, fans will also be supporting a young La Farge student facing leukemia. Feel free to wear orange as well to support Faith!
Game ON! Attention students in grades 3-12: Game Club will meet this week on Thursday, Feb. 13th from after school until 5 PM. Meet in the commons for a snack and then we will go to the Multi Purpose Room. Bring warm clothes if you want to go sled riding!
Students in grades 8-11! Make sure you have your colored scheduling sheet filled out and signed by a parent/guardian this week. You will need to have it here and ready to go on Monday morning, February 17th to schedule with teachers. It would be a good idea to complete it, have it signed and place in your locker so that on Monday morning it will be waiting for you. Remember that you may look on your shared drive for the Course Description Guide if you have questions about courses or reach out and ask your teachers. If you have other questions or are having trouble figuring out how the schedule works, please stop in and see Ms. Bevan this week. Seniors will not need to report until 10:00a.m. on the 17th.
It's that time again to start bringing in your Boxtops, Village Hearth, and Tyson labels! Please have them in by Wednesday, February 19. Elementary can turn in to your teachers. Everyone else can drop off in the bin outside the office. And don't forget the Boxtops app!
Ithaca Public Schools wishes to thank the Richland County Bank for the new scoreboards! Pictured here are Ithaca School Board members and members of Richland County Bank, including the newest 2-week old Bulldog!
Mr. Triphan dispelled rumors that brooms can stand upright only on certain days NASA alleges they will stand. Thanks for revealing the #FakeNews!
Ithaca, along with 30 other schools, participated in the FBLA Region 4 Leadership Conference on Saturday, February 1 in Baraboo. We are proud of how the 18 Ithaca students who participated in the FBLA RLC represented our school and community. We're thrilled to announce that 9 of these students are advancing to the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Madison on March 30 and 31! Students who won their event were Aaron Feryance, Ryan Lee and Audrey Newkirk. Students who earned 2nd place were Ellie Crook, Noelle Crook, Shelby Funk and McKenna Muckler. 3rd place recipients were Zach Nelson and Talena Sprecher. The three students who will be alternates for their events at state are Erin Louis, Alana Nelson and Elise Newkirk. Congratulations to everyone on their hard work.
CONGRATULATIONS to Audrey Newkirk who was elected as the FBLA Vice President of Region 4. Not only are we excited for Audrey's new leadership position, but a requirement of the office is hosting the FBLA Region 4 Leadership Conference at Ithaca next year on February 6. We're looking forward to hosting this event and showing the region our wonderful community.
Thank you also to everyone who supported the students and helped them prepare for the FBLA Regional Leadership Conference!
Congratulations to the FCCLA members who competed at regionals on Friday. Receiving Silvers were Paige Nowicki, Adrianna Longo, Nate Drone, and Jaci Rosenow. Advancing to state competition in April are Talena Sprecher, Briella Hollands, Kaleb Underwood, Brandon Debukler, Dani Hatfield, Katarina Weitzel, McKenzie Weeden, Kyannah Koch, Kyla Pluemer and Hayley Boone. Great job everyone!
Let the Middle School Student Council babysit for you this Friday! Registration has been extended to Thursday.
The PTSO, in conjunction with the MS Student Council, is offering free-will donation babysitting this Friday, February 14 - Valentine's Day from 5:30-8. Just bring your children into the commons and we will take them from there. We are asking for a $5 donation per family. You may pick up your child(ren) by 8 PM in the Multi Purpose room. PTSO adults will supervise and all proceeds go to the Middle School Student Council.
The Scholastic Book Fair is here! Visit the book fair in the LMC from February 11 through February 20th. The book fair will also be open for Parent-Teacher Conferences on February 18th and 20th. Books will be available for elementary, middle and high school students, with some titles selling for as little as $1. Come check out the Book Fair in the LMC.
The Florida meeting has been canceled and will be rescheduled for next Sunday, February 16th, at 2:00 pm. See you then!
HS Band Students and Parents: A reminder that you have a mandatory informational meeting on Sunday at 2:00 pm in the Commons. This meeting will cover all rules and expectations about the Band Trip to Florida. If we receive the snow that is predicted for Sunday, a decision will be made at 11:00 am if the Florida trip meeting needs to be canceled and rescheduled. Please check the Ithaca High School Band Facebook Page or listen to WRCO to see if it is still scheduled at 2:00 pm.
This week is National School Counseling Week! We thank Ms. Bevan and Mrs. Pluemer for all they do to assist our students in so many ways. School counselors are actively engaged in helping students examine their abilities, strengths, interests and talents; for working in a partnership with parents as they encounter the challenges of raising children in today’s world; for focusing on positive ways to enhance students’ academic, postsecondary and social/emotional development; and working with teachers and other educators to provide an educational system where students can realize their potential and set healthy, realistic and optimistic aspirations for themselves. We cannot thank Ms. Bevan and Mrs. Pluemer enough for all they do every day!
There will be no JV boys basketball practice today.
The Ithaca 6th through 12 grade choir students are selling delicious Butter Braids. See a choir student to check out flavors available and place your order. Sales will end on February 18th.
Good luck tomorrow to our Middle School Math Counts team of Aaron Bloczynski, Caleb Birkrem, Alivya Young, Sammy Clary, Danny Feryance, Miranda Franzen, Kaylee Peterson, Xander Sorenson, Holly King, and Allison Durst as they travel to Onalaska tomorrow for the sectional competition.
7th and 8th grade students: Please see Mrs. Willis if you are interested in attending Club Scrub and pick up an application this week.
7th and 8th grade students: Please see Mrs. Willis if you are interested in attending Club Scrub and pick up an application this week.
Remember, Today, Feb. 6th is an Early Release Day for Students.
HS Band Students and Parents: A reminder that you have a mandatory informational meeting on Sunday at 2:00 pm in the Commons. This meeting will cover all rules and expectations about the Band Trip to Florida.
Just a reminder...FCA- Huddle group, will be tomorrow morning (Thursday) 7:00am! Enjoy a Big breakfast, fellowship and an inspiring message from The NFL Today, called ‘Shoulder to Shoulder’! Bring a friend, be encouraged...You’ll be glad you came! See you tomorrow morning!
On Friday, January 31, five 6th graders attended the CESA 3 Improv workshop with Ann Dolan at Lancaster. They learned how to work together, establish the scene, and perform a story with a beginning, middle, and end. These students are also competing in the regional Destination Imagination contest on Feb. 29 in the Improv challenge category.
With great pride, Ithaca Public Schools announces that Zac Nelson has been named the Class of 2020 Valedictorian and Bethany Weldon has been named Salutatorian. Congratulations!
The PTSO, in conjunction with the Middle School Student Council, is offering free-will offering babysitting for Valentine's Day - Friday, Feb. 14, from 5:30-8 PM. Please return the filled out form with donation (if donating) to your child's teacher by Monday, February 10. All proceeds go to fund Middle School Student Council activities.
There will be a popcorn sale this Friday, Feb. 7. Cost is 50 cents a bag, limit 2 bags per student please. Proceeds this week will go to the Kindergarten class. Middle and High School students: we will come around to the classrooms to sell at Attack time with teacher permission.
Congratulations goes out to Talena Sprecher for taking 1st place at last night's Creed Speaking event at the FFA District Speaking contest held in Boscobel. Talena now qualifies to compete in the Sectional Speaking contest in Shullsburg on March 25th.
Richland Junior Bowlers Share Night is from 4 PM - 8 PM on Wednesday, February 5th at Richland Center Culver's. Proceeds will benefit the Junior Bowlers Scholarship Program. Dine In or Drive thru! Come & support several of the bowlers from the Ithaca school & their scholarship program.
This Thursday Feb 6th, FCA Huddle group will meet. 😃 7:00 am in the FACE room. You won’t want to miss this one! Our message is from The NFL Today and is called ‘Shoulder to Shoulder’- come be encouraged and inspired on hearing some amazing testimonies from NFL players. Hope to see you!! Invite some friends! All middle school and high school students are welcome! Breakfast will be served!! 🍳 🥞 🥛 🍩
Come support the Middle School wrestlers tonight in their only home meet. Wrestling starts at 5:30.
BINGO!! Don't forget the PTSO will be hosting a FREE Family Bingo Book Exchange Night on Friday, January 31 in the Multi-purpose room from 6 PM - 7:30 PM for all Ithaca families and friends. Books for all ages will be given away as prizes at this Bingo night. If you have some books you'd like to see go to a new home, bring them! If you don't have extra books, don't worry because we've got lots!
Please mark your calendars boys basketball players and families! Parent's night for will be on February 3rd vs North Crawford. Youth Night will be February 13 vs. Kickapoo. Senior Night will be held on February 27th vs. La Farge. Please spread the word and GO Bulldogs!
Congratulations to Aaron and Ilana Bloczynski who did a fantastic job representing Ithaca at the West Sectional Spelling Bee at Weston on January 29. Ilana placed 4th in the competition and Aaron placed 2nd out of 14 students from Weston, Wauzeka, Seneca, North Crawford, Bluff View Prairie du Chien and Prairie Catholic. We are proud of you!
Great job to the 7 students who represented Ithaca at the Middle School Science Quiz Bowl competition at UW Madison this past Saturday. 21 teams from around Wisconsin participated in the contest. Competing on Ithaca team 1 were Aaron Bloczynski, Micah Salisbury, and Caleb Birkrem. Team 2 members were Ilana Bloczynski, Trista Pluemer, Maggie Gschwind, and Allison Durst.
Reminder: Middle School Student Council will be running their annual Valentine Gram Fundraiser through Jan. 31st. Order forms are located outside room 204 or in the office. All completed orders and payments must be turned in by THIS Friday, Jan. 31st. to Mrs. Hilby via mailbox, in person, or on her desk. Valentine Grams will be delivered on February 14. Middle School Student Council greatly appreciates your support.
Seniors if you haven't submitted pictures for the yearbook you need to do so ASAP!
Today marks the 34th anniversary of the Challenger Shuttle explosion that took the lives of seven crew members including teacher Christa McAuliffe.
Pardon me for a personal reflection. As a 4th grader and like so many students across the nation, we had been prepped by our teachers for this moment. We studied the aeronautics program, reviewed the lessons Mrs. McAuliffe would be conducting from space, talked about the training she endured to become a civilian and female astronaut! Her selection made it seem that anyone of us young people could choose and do anything.
As other classes joined us in our classroom, we huddled close to the roll-cart TV. We joined Mission Control in the countdown... BLAST OFF! The cheers were loud and excited!
And then 73 seconds later it all changed.
Our youth today have become desensitized now to horrendous video, but we had never seen something like that. It was very awful to watch and experience as a young person. Now, I can admire the way our teachers gathered their emotions and talked to us, reassured us, and were honest with us.
It is often said that heroes walk among us. How very true. Christa McAuliffe has become an example of that for my generation. She provided us with a public example of the lengths that educators of any type go through to inspire learning and find connections to ALL of their students. Figuratively and at times literally, educators give their lives to young people.
In honor of Christa McAuliffe, remember the dedication of one or more of your "teachers". And teachers come in many forms! If you have the opportunity to do so, thank them.
Thank you, Mrs. McAuliffe.
https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sdut-challenger-disaster-mcauliffes-students-have-gone-2016jan27-story.html
The sledding hill was kind of a byproduct of outside landscaping leftovers, and yet a wonderful one! The hill is an exciting focal spot whenever it's open. Yesterday, the older elementary students were caught with big smiles and laughs enjoying the sledding hill.
Congratulations are in order for Ithaca High School and Middle School students who earned placement to the 2nd Quarter Honor Roll. Hard work, well done!
This past Saturday there were 19 middle school and high school students that participated in Honors Choir at Mineral Point. They spent the day working on difficult music with other excellent musicians throughout our music conference. Mrs. Niemeyer is very proud of their representation of Ithaca, especially because of their positive attitude, respect, and beautiful singing!
There will be a popcorn sale this Friday, January 31. Cost is 50 cents a bag, limit 2 bags per student please. Proceeds this week will go to the Elementary and Middle School Destination Imagination teams. Middle and High School students: we will come around to the classrooms to sell at Attack time with teacher permission.
The PTSO will be hosting a FREE Family Bingo Book Exchange Night on Friday, January 31 in the Multi-purpose room from 6 PM - 7:30 PM. Books will be given away as prizes at this Bingo night. If you have some books you'd like to see go to a new home, bring them! If you don't have extra books, don't worry because we've got lots! (The BIG Family Bingo night with lots of prizes will be March 6 - more information on that event coming later.) Any questions, contact Jill Plonka at 986-2921 or japlonka@hotmail.com.
Reminder to Middle School Science Quiz Bowl participants: The bus for Madison will leave from school at 6:30 AM tomorrow, Saturday, morning.
Reminder to honors choir participants:
The bus leaves from the elementary entrance at 7:30 am tomorrow. Bring music and money for concessions. Dress comfortably, but bring dress clothes for the concert at 4:30 pm. Students can be picked up from Mineral Point provided they give me a note. The bus should return by 7 pm.
The Ithaca vs North Crawford boys basketball game tonight (at Ithaca) has been canceled.
Due to inclement weather, Ithaca School District will not have school today, January 24, 2020
Today is January 24, 2020. Ithaca has a two hour delay. There is no morning 4K.
So much talent in Ithaca Students! Some of Peg Durkin's art students have work on display at the CESA 3 office. View other works of art in the Commons as you attend events or visit.
Our Throwback Thursday picture takes us to the 1998 Ithaconian, as we celebrate National Honor Society. Look at all of those young faces!