On the 11th day of Kindness, the Fifth graders had to read to someone younger than them.
We set up time with the cute little kindergarteners to read stories.
Heather Thome, registered nurse at the Richland Hospital and member of the Richland Hospital Foundation has been working tirelessly to improve the cardiac health of Richland County. With the help of a health grant, Heather and the Richland Hospital were able to provide local schools with AED’s, many accessories for these devices, and a trainer for Nurse Wilson to utilize during training exercises with staff. Nurse Wilson and the Ithaca Safety Committee have been improving staff preparedness with CPR and Stop The Bleed training, and this donation generously helps to reach that goal. The Ithaca School District buildings are often centers for community events, and visitors can be assured most staff are trained in utilizing this equipment. The schools which benefited from this program are Ithaca and Riverdale.
Pictured are (back row) : Greg Herbst, Ithaca Superintendent - Heather Thome, The Richland Hospital – Juli Thompson, Ithaca Staff – Kerrick Thompson, Ithaca Student – Hewsten Garcia-Boland, Ithaca Student – Braysen Garcia-Boland, Ithaca Student.
Pictured are (front row) : Clara Thome, Ithaca Student – Emmett Miller, Ithaca Student – Samantha Wilson, Ithaca District Nurse – Jadyn Boland, Ithaca Student – Paula Boland, Ithaca Staff.
Ithaca would like to send heartfelt THANKS to the Richland Hospital and Heather Thome.
On the 10th day of Kindness, the 5th graders wrote thank you cards or letters to whoever brings them to school!
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.... Leeeeeeet it snow, let it snow, let it snow..... Let it snow winnings onto today's Ithaca Music Boosters calendar raffle winner. Congratulations to Terri Spencer, the winner for December 20th. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Fri, Dec 20, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - Pizza Dippers
From Mr. McCoy:
High School choir students should report to first hour for attendance and lunch count. Then report to the commons.
From Music Boosters:
The winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle for today, December 20th is Terri Spencer. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
The Ithaca High School Student Council annual food drive is going great…donations will be accepted through today! Another day of Christmas Spirit Week…today is Festive Holiday Friday.
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, December 20. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 5th grade class!
From Mr. Klang:
Youth (1st -5th grade) boys' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the Community Gym this Saturday, December 21st. Youth (1st -5th grade) girls' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the High School Gym this Saturday, December 21st. There will be a middle school girls' basketball open gym this Saturday, December 21st from 9:00AM to 10:30AM in the High School Gym. Please listen to WRCO for any weather related cancellations about practice or look on the Ithaca Girls’ Basketball Facebook page and Ithaca Boys’ Basketball Facebook page.
From Coach Bailey Miller:
Middle school girls’ basketball practice will start Thursday, January 2nd from 3:30 to 5:30pm in the community gym. There will be a short parent meeting after practice.
From Basketball Boosters:
The Ithaca alumni basketball tournament will be Saturday, January 4th. The women's game will start at 6 PM and the men's game will start at 7:30 PM. There will also be a 3-point contest starting at 5 PM. There is a $5 donation to play in the games to benefit the Ithaca Basketball Programs. Please contact David Klang at 608-415-3267 or email - klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the women’s game and contact Aaron Huebsch 608-475-3601 or email- aaron.huebsch@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the men's game.
From Mr. Klang:
Ithaca youth girls will be participating in a Fun Day Tournament at Weston on Saturday, January 4th. We will have 3 teams in it: a 2nd grade team, a 3rd grade team, and a 5th grade team. The 2nd grade team will be made up of a mixture of 1st and 2nd graders, the 3rd grade team will be a mixture of 2nd and 3rd graders, and the 5th grade team will be a mixture of 4th and 5th graders. It runs from 8 AM to 11:30 AM. We will share the schedule when we receive it. We will also send another announcement out on who will be on what team once we know more. We will not have practice that day. They will have concessions available, and it costs $2 for admission.
From Mr. Herbst:
We will continue to announce birthdays at the beginning of the school day; however, they will no longer be listed on the announcements that are sent to the general public.
From Mr. Herbst:
Parents/guardians are informed of field trips via permission slips. Unlike an athletic event or music concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District's website.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thu, Dec 19, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today:
First Choice: Roast Turkey, Gravy, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Dilled Carrots, Fruit, Cookie; Second Choice: Uncrustable Sandwich
From Music Boosters:
The winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle for today, December 19th is Ethel Thompson. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
The Ithaca High School Student Council annual food drive is going great…donations will be accepted until Friday!
Another day of Christmas Spirit Week…today is Winter Sport Day and tomorrow will be Festive Holiday Friday- wear your best holiday gear!
From Mrs. Kershner:
The RISE Mentoring Program will meet today. Mentors, please pick up your little mentee at your assigned times and meet in the High School foods room for fun holiday baking.
From the Ithaca-Weston Wrestling Club:
The Ithaca/Weston wrestling team apparel store has opened again. It will close on today, December 19. Here is the link:
https://sportsworld.chipply.com/ithacawestwr24/
From Mrs. Stellner, Ms. Ernzen, and Mrs. Pluemer
Sources of Strength will meet today, December 19th, during ATTACK in the LMC. Bring your campaign ideas!
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, December 20. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 5th grade class!
From Mr. Klang:
Youth (1st -5th grade) boys' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the Community Gym this Saturday, December 21st.
Youth (1st -5th grade) girls' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the High School Gym this Saturday, December 21st.
There will be a middle school girls' basketball open gym this Saturday, December 21st from 9:00AM to 10:30AM in the High School Gym.
Please listen to WRCO for any weather related cancellations about practice or look on the Ithaca Girls’ Basketball Facebook page and Ithaca Boys’ Basketball Facebook page.
From Coach Bailey Miller:
Middle school girls’ basketball practice will start Thursday, January 2nd from 3:30 to 5:30pm in the community gym. There will be a short parent meeting after practice.
From Basketball Boosters:
The Ithaca alumni basketball tournament will be Saturday, January 4th. The women's game will start at 6 PM and the men's game will start at 7:30 PM. There will also be a 3-point contest starting at 5 PM. There is a $5 donation to play in the games to benefit the Ithaca Basketball Programs. Please contact David Klang at 608-415-3267 or email - klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the women’s game and contact Aaron Huebsch 608-475-3601 or email- aaron.huebsch@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the men's game.
From Mr. Klang:
Ithaca youth girls will be participating in a Fun Day Tournament at Weston on Saturday, January 4th. We will have 3 teams in it: a 2nd grade team, a 3rd grade team, and a 5th grade team. The 2nd grade team will be made up of a mixture of 1st and 2nd graders, the 3rd grade team will be a mixture of 2nd and 3rd graders, and the 5th grade team will be a mixture of 4th and 5th graders. It runs from 8 AM to 11:30 AM. We will share the schedule when we receive it. We will also send another announcement out on who will be on what team once we know more. We will not have practice that day. They will have concessions available, and it costs $2 for admission.
From Mr. Herbst:
We will continue to announce birthdays at the beginning of the school day; however, they will no longer be listed on the announcements that are sent to the general public.
From Mr. Herbst:
Parents/guardians are informed of field trips via permission slips. Unlike an athletic event or music concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District's website.
Discover your strength. Descubre tu fuerza.
“Honey, do you honestly think I would check thousands of tiny little lights if I wasn’t sure the extension cord was plugged in?” — Clark Griswold, "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"
The winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle for today, December 18th will be able to buy more extension cords and twinkling lights! Congratulations to Laura Merwin. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, December 20. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 5th grade class!
The Ithaca alumni basketball tournament will be Saturday, January 4th. The women's game will start at 6 PM and the men's game will start at 7:30 PM. There will also be a 3-point contest starting at 5 PM. There is a $5 donation to play in the games to benefit the Ithaca Basketball Programs. Please contact David Klang at 608-415-3267 or email - klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the women’s game and contact Aaron Huebsch 608-475-3601 or email- aaron.huebsch@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the men's game.
'Tis the season for giving, but maybe let's not give *everything*
District nurse, Samantha Wilson emailed a very important message to families, but it's a message we can all apply!
12 Days of Kindness is still jingling along! The 9th day of Kindness for the 5th graders was to write a poem or cartoon to a friend to bring them happiness!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Dec 18, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Chicken Patty Deluxe, Second Choice: Ham & Cheddar Sandwich
Attention High School:
Morning weight room will not be open Thursday this week (12/19)
From Music Boosters:
The winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle for today, December 18th is Laura Merwin. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
The Ithaca High School Student Council annual food drive is in progress! Currently the 3rd grade is in 1st place with Kindergarten coming in at a strong 2nd.
Christmas Spirit Week is underway…today is flannel and vest day, tomorrow will be Winter Sport Day (wear your favorite sports team apparel)
From Mr. Andresen:
The first Math Team competition of the year will be on Wednesday, December 18th during 8th hour and ATTACK in Mr. Andresen’s room. Students will be excused from their 8th hour class to compete. All ability levels are encouraged to attend. Good luck to all competitors!
From Mrs. Kershner:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes will gather Thursday morning, December 19 for the 3rd annual Banana Bread Baking! We will begin at 6:30am. Cinnamon rolls and hot cocoa will be served. Please start bringing in those baking ingredients!
The RISE Mentoring Program will meet Thursday, December 19. Mentors, please pick up your little mentee at your assigned times and meet in the High School foods room for fun holiday baking.
From the Ithaca-Weston Wrestling Club:
The Ithaca/Weston wrestling team apparel store has opened again. It will close on December 19. Here is the link: https://sportsworld.chipply.com/ithacawestwr24/
From Mrs. Stellner, Ms. Ernzen, and Mrs. Pluemer:
Sources of Strength will meet Thursday, December 19th, during ATTACK in the LMC. Bring your campaign ideas!
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, December 20. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 5th grade class!
From Coach Bailey Miller:
Middle school girls’ basketball practice will start Thursday, January 2nd from 3:30 to 5:30pm in the community gym. There will be a short parent meeting after practice.
From Basketball Boosters:
The Ithaca alumni basketball tournament will be Saturday, January 4th. The women's game will start at 6 PM and the men's game will start at 7:30 PM. There will also be a 3-point contest starting at 5 PM. There is a $5 donation to play in the games to benefit the Ithaca Basketball Programs. Please contact David Klang at 608-415-3267 or email - klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the women’s game and contact Aaron Huebsch 608-475-3601 or email- aaron.huebsch@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the men's game.
Word of the Day:
Qualm (KWAHM) a feeling of doubt or uncertainty, most often used in its plural form Jennifer had no qualms about planning the event for her team at work.
This Day in History:
Slavery abolished in the United States, December 18,1865, by proclamation of the U.S. secretary of state, the Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution, outlawing slavery, officially entered into force
From Mr. Herbst:
We will continue to announce birthdays at the beginning of the school day; however, they will no longer be listed on the announcements that are sent to the general public.
From Mr. Herbst:
Parents/guardians are informed of field trips via permission slips. Unlike an athletic event or music concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District's website.
Hello Ithaca Elementary Families, the Elf Shop is set up and ready to go. Shopping will be tomorrow, Wednesday, December 18. Each Elementary student will get to choose 2 items. Each item will cost only .25 cents. Happy Holidays from The Middle School Student Council and Mrs. Ramsden.
Does anyone really want a hippopotamus for Christmas? Better than a hippopotamus is winning in the Ithaca Music Boosters calendar raffle. Congratulations to the December 17th winner, Jacki Heideman. Thank you to all the supporters of the Ithaca Music Department and all our musicians!
Ithaca elementary students participated in Computer Science Education Week from December 9-15, 2024. Early elementary students coded bee bot robots to retell the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle as well as re-creating an insect dance, and older students learned more advanced computer coding skills, such as loops, sequences, and debugging using Code.org lessons on their Chromebooks.
Ithaca students wanted to spread warmth and peace by sending Christmas cards to soldiers this holiday season. We filled a box with over 100 cards! We will be mailing this box to an Army base in Georgia. 📬 🎄
The 12 Days of Kindness continues! On the 8th day of Kindness, the 5th graders wrote a letter to the next reader of their library book!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue, Dec 17, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Tater Tot Casserole, Second Choice: Hot dog/Brat/Polish Sausage
Attention High School:
Morning weight room will not be open Thursday this week (12/19)
From Ms. Schoen:
Giving Tree items must be returned, with the tag attached, by Tuesday, Dec 17th.
From Music Boosters:
The winners of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle for today, December 17th is Jacki Heideman. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Mrs. Behrens:
High School Band Students: This is a reminder to bring your Secret Santa gifts on Tuesday, Dec. 17th. 6th - 8th Grade Band Students should bring their Secret Santa gifts on Wednesday, December 18th.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
The Ithaca High School Student Council annual food drive started off strong yesterday. Students are stepping up as classes compete to see who can bring in the most food donations! Reminder: The top class with the most donations will receive a Pizza Party and the runner up class will receive a prize.
Yesterday The High School Student Council kicked off Christmas Spirit Week! This is a school wide event and all are welcome to participate! We kick off today with Grinch Green or Rudolph Red. Tomorrow will be flannel and vest day.
The winning class of the High School door decorating contest goes to: the Freshman class
The winner of the school wide classroom door goes to: Mr. Fetterly’s room
Congratulations!
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Tuesday, December 17th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room.
From Mr. Andresen:
The first Math Team competition of the year will be on Wednesday, December 18th during 8th hour and ATTACK in Mr. Andresen’s room. Students will be excused from their 8th hour class to compete. All ability levels are encouraged to attend. Good luck to all competitors!
From Mrs. Kershner:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes will gather Thursday morning, December 19 for the 3rd annual Banana Bread Baking! We will begin at 6:30am. Cinnamon rolls and hot cocoa will be served. Please start bringing in those baking ingredients!
The RISE Mentoring Program will meet Thursday, December 19. Mentors, please pick up your little mentee at your assigned times and meet in the High School foods room for fun holiday baking.
From the Ithaca-Weston Wrestling Club:
The Ithaca/Weston wrestling team apparel store has opened again. It will close on December 19. Here is the link: https://sportsworld.chipply.com/ithacawestwr24/
From Mrs. Stellner, Ms. Ernzen, and Mrs. Pluemer:
Sources of Strength will meet Thursday, December 19th, during ATTACK in the LMC. Bring your campaign ideas!
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, December 20. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 5th grade class!
From Coach Bailey Miller:
Middle school girls’ basketball practice will start Thursday, January 2nd from 3:30 to 5:30pm in the community gym. There will be a short parent meeting after practice.
From Basketball Boosters:
The Ithaca alumni basketball tournament will be Saturday, January 4th. The women's game will start at 6 PM and the men's game will start at 7:30 PM. There will also be a 3-point contest starting at 5 PM. There is a $5 donation to play in the games to benefit the Ithaca Basketball Programs. Please contact David Klang at 608-415-3267 or email - klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the women’s game and contact Aaron Huebsch 608-475-3601 or email- aaron.huebsch@ithaca.k12.wi.us if interested in playing in the men's game.
Word of the Day:
Subterfuge: (SUB-ter-fyooj) a tricky action or device She employed a very clever subterfuge to get the information she needed.
This Day in History:
Near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first successful flight in history of a self-propelled aircraft on December 17, 1903. Orville piloted the gasoline-powered, propeller-driven biplane, which stayed aloft for 12 seconds and covered 120 feet.
From Mr. Herbst:
We will continue to announce birthdays at the beginning of the school day; however, they will no longer be listed on the announcements that are sent to the general public.
From Mr. Herbst:
Parents/guardians are informed of field trips via permission slips. Unlike an athletic event or music concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District's website.
Ithaca online Spirit Wear orders are ready for pick up. Your order can be picked up in the Ithaca office from today through Friday from 7:30a to 3:30p. If you would like us to send your order home with your student, please email Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us to make arrangements.Thanks, Ithaca Schools.
