Over the next few weeks, Ithaca is running a campaign for you to “Get To Know” our staff. Please enjoy the following bio of today's featured Ithaca employee. Get to know Heather Syvertson
Congratulations to the Middle School and High School FFA students that participated in the District LDE contest yesterday. It was almost a clean sweep by Ithaca with 17 students advancing to Sectionals! Middle school students Ethan Birkrem, Annabeth Sprecher, Brinley Wanless, Kaylee Manning, Peyton Brown, Alyssa Olson, Jacey Maxwell, Autumn McBain and Emma Hilby took First and Second place in the Quiz bowl competition. Hewsten Garcia-Boland and Keegan Jones took 3rd and 4th in Extemporaneous Speaking. Talena Sprecher won the Prepared Speaking and Employment Skills contests. Landon Thompson and Alan Pomering made it to the finals of Discussion Meet and Landon won. The Parli Pro team of Talena Sprecher, Hailey Boon, Josie Laue, Alan Pomering, Landon Thompson and Hewsten Garcia-Boland won first place. Ms. Sprecher is very proud of all your hard work and dedication.
Every Friday, Community First Bank employees can choose to wear jeans in exchange for a small contribution to their "Casual for a Cause Fund". Then each quarter CFB donates the money to a local organization. Supporting communities is an important part of the CFB culture! The Richland Center Branch selected "Passages" & "Ithaca-Under the Lights". Here is Jason Muckler, along with CFB employees, accepting the donation on behalf of Ithaca-Under the Lights.
Don't forget! Tomorrow, January 25th, is a scheduled Early Release day for students and PLC for staff in the afternoon. Elementary students will begin dismissal at 12:15pm, and the final bell for Middle and High School students is 12:34pm.
Over the next few weeks, Ithaca is running a campaign for you to “Get To Know” our staff. Please enjoy the following bio of today's featured Ithaca employee. Get to know Brittany Penfield.
Ms Stock's Careers class students recently had mock job interviews. She states that she is grateful for the many community volunteers that take the time out of their day to interview students and provide them with meaningful feedback to better prepare them for their futures. Students prepare for these interviews by completing applications, preparing resumes and cover letters, and considering commonly asked interview questions. This would not be possible without those community members who return every semester such as Marty Richards, Rob Richards, and Dillon Louis. Thank you so much!
Ithaca staff participated in valuable safety trainings and discussion on Friday, January 20th during their professional development day. Under the guidance of Sheriff Clay Porter and Ithaca Superintendent Julie Prouty, the Safety Committee and many area law enforcement officers conducted scheduled active intruder training and led thoughtful conversation on safety in our buildings. Many thanks to Lieutenant Mike Czys, Chief Billy Jones, Detective Jason Pilla, and Deputy Aaron Wallace for their participation, and who also complimented staff on our excellent reactions, preparation, and positive approach to the training. Collaborative work between our area law enforcement and administrative team and safety committee will continue, and students will receive age-appropriate information on being safe in their classroom and community. Threats can come in many forms, and safe students and staff is a priority at Ithaca Public Schools. Any questions regarding this or future training may be directed to any member of the administrative team. Pictured are Principals Greg Herbst and Kathleen Schoen, Lt Mike Czys, Chief Billy Jones, Det Jason Pilla, Deputy Aaron Wallace, and Safety Committee members Paula Boland, Juli Thompson, and Heather Stocks.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Jan 23, 2023
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Teriyaki Chicken Rice, Second Choice: Hot Ham Cheese/bun, Cooked Carrots, Applesauce, Dinner Roll, Milk
From Ms. Durkin:
The Ithaca Student Council would like to thank all who attended the snowball dance on Saturday night. The dance was a lot of fun! A huge thank you to Mr. Andresen and Mr. Crawford for chaperoning. We couldn't have done it without you! We would also like to thank Summer Roh for the great photos she took in the photo booth.
Attention SENIORS: Please stop in the office and let us know the way you would like your name to appear in the yearbook.
Congratulations to senior Marshell Self who achieved his 100th wrestling win!
From Ms. Sprecher:
Please release the Middle School and High School FFA students that are participating in the District LDE contest at 2:30 today.
Concessions tonight is the Archery club. Tuesday night concessions is Wrestling club.
From Coach Benson:
Boys Basketball Parents Night, youth night and Poster Night will be Mon, Jan 23 when the teams play against Riverdale.
Forensics Students:
Performers new this year must activate their accounts in Speechwire by the end of today, Monday - you should have received an email. All performers are expected to meet with a coach this week.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) will meet for morning Huddle on Thursday, Jan 26th at 7:00am. Enjoy a motivating devotion, encouraging message and breakfast together. See you Thursday.
From Mrs. Kershner:
All Youth Apprenticeship Students, please stop in the guidance office by Friday, Jan 27th for a quick update and signature that is needed to complete your YA Skills Checklist. Thank you.
From PTSO:
There will be a popcorn sale this Friday, January 27th. Cost is 50 cents a bag, limit 2 bags per student, please. Proceeds this week will go to the PTSO. Middle School students, we will sell in your hallway by the elementary doors during your breakfast. High school, we will sell in the hallway by the vending machine during your breakfast.
From Ithaca Music Boosters:
Ithaca is hosting the SWAL Middle and High School Honors Choirs on Thursday the 26th and Saturday the 28th this week. Our area vocalists invite you all to their performances on Saturday starting at 4:30pm in the Ithaca High School gym. The boosters are still looking for volunteers for lunch concessions on Saturday. Use this link to sign up or contact Jill Plonka or Juli Thompson. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AFA62AA3FFC61-2023
From PTSO:
The PTSO is sponsoring a Symons FREE Swim Day on Sun, Jan 29 for our Ithaca families and friends. Free swimming from 1-3:55 PM for adults and children. Alumni welcome! Any questions contact the PTSO at IthacaPTSO@gmail.com or see more details at www.ithacaptso.org. Hope to see you there!
Ithaca School Foundation and PTSO:
The Ithaca School Foundation's Trivia Night is back! Get a team together and join the fun on Friday, February 17 starting at 6 PM in the Commons. Cost is $50 per team of 8 people with a limit of 20 teams. There will also be a silent auction and concessions by the FCCLA. To reserve your spot or if you are interested in donating to the silent auction, contact Rob Richards at 585-2137 or via email at rob@richardsinsure.com. Proceeds from the trivia night and the silent auction will go to the outside digital sign fund.
From Miss Schmitt:
Wesley Brown is collecting cans for Ben Huebsch! Cans can be dropped off in Miss Schmitt's room, 204, and Wes will be donating all of his proceeds to the Huebsch family.
Birthdays:
Elementary: none
MS/HS: Violet Dilley
Staff: Mrs Burnley, Mrs Seehawer
100 wins!! Congratulations go out to senior Ithaca-Weston wrestler Marshell Self. Marshell has worked hard throughout his high school wrestling career to achieve this goal. Catch him and the I-W wrestlers tomorrow night at home. Cheer them all on, and it's T-shirt night, too!
Over the next few weeks, Ithaca is running a campaign for you to “Get To Know” our staff. Please enjoy the following bio of today's featured Ithaca employee. Get to know Laura Wydeven.
The Rotary Club of Richland County recently made a $2,000 donation to the Ithaca Softball - ‘Under the Lights’ campaign to help fund the installation of lights on the Ithaca Softball field.
Youth 4 Change Members: Just a reminder that tomorrow, January 20th, we are meeting at Kelly's Coffeehouse at 11:00am to take part in the Sticker Shock campaign.
Sticker Shock is a national campaign to reduce underage drinking by limiting youth access to alcohol. The campaign is designed to discourage adults from buying alcohol for minors by educating them about the dangers and consequences of these actions. We'll enjoy a complimentary Kelly's drink, sponsored by Partners 4 Prevention Coalition, hand out certificates to area businesses that passed the most recent compliance checks, and place stickers around the alcoholic section of Eastside BP. All are welcome to participate!
The PTSO is sponsoring a Symons FREE Swim Day on Sunday, January 29 for our Ithaca families and friends. Free swimming from 1-3:55 PM for adults and children. Alumni welcome! Any questions contact the PTSO at IthacaPTSO@gmail.com or see more details at www.ithacaptso.org. Hope to see you there!
El PTSO está patrocinando un día de natación GRATUITA en Symons el domingo 29 de enero para nuestras familias y amigos de Ithaca. Natación gratuita de 13:00 a 15:55 para adultos y niños. ¡Bienvenidos exalumnos! Cualquier pregunta comuníquese con el PTSO en IthacaPTSO@gmail.com o vea más detalles en www.ithacaptso.org. ¡Espero verte allí!
A message from Zac Thome, Ithaca Athletic Director: There are no after school activities or practices today at Ithaca. The building is closed.
Each year, some special Holiday Elves help spread cheer to families who may otherwise not be able to afford a special holiday family meal. This year Richards Insurance partnered with Ithaca FCA, Schreiber Foods, Cody & Lori Pulvermacher of Bear Vale Farm, Owen & Emmy Richards of Glory Ridge Farmstead, Pat & Diane Clements, Rockford Mutual Insurance Company, Bryan Wontor, Gary Hefty, and Angie Dobbs to assemble and deliver during the week of December 16-20th. Twenty-four families in the Ithaca, Richland Center, Plain, and Reedsburg areas were reached, totaling over 40 adults and over 70 children.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Jan 18, 2023
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Hamburger Gravy, Second Choice: Pizza Burger/WG Bun, Mashed Potatoes, Apple & Oranges, Dinner Roll, Milk
Attention SENIORS:
Please stop in the office and let us know the way you would like your name to appear in the yearbook.
From Ithaca Student Council:
The annual Ithaca Snowball dance will be Sat, Jan 21 from 8-11pm in the Ithaca Commons; admission will be $5 per student. Anyone bringing someone to the dance that is NOT an Ithaca student must get a guest permission sheet from the office and return by Wed, Jan 18.
From Coach Benson:
Boys Basketball Parents Night, youth night and Poster Night will be Mon, Jan 23 when the teams play against Riverdale.
From PTSO:
The PTSO is sponsoring a Symons FREE Swim Day on Sun, Jan 29 for our Ithaca families and friends. Free swimming from 1-3:55 PM for adults and children. Alumni welcome! Any questions contact the PTSO at IthacaPTSO@gmail.com or see more details at www.ithacaptso.org. Hope to see you there!
Forensics Students:
Everyone must check in with a coach this week, even though it's a short week.
Ithaca School Foundation and PTSO:
The Ithaca School Foundation's Trivia Night is back! Get a team together and join the fun on Friday, February 17 starting at 6 PM in the Commons. Cost is $50 per team of 8 people with a limit of 20 teams. There will also be a silent auction and concessions by the FCCLA. To reserve your spot or if you are interested in donating to the silent auction, contact Rob Richards at 585-2137 or via email at rob@richardsinsure.com. Proceeds from the trivia night and the silent auction will go to the outside digital sign fund.
From Miss Schmitt:
Wesley Brown is collecting cans for Ben Huebsch! Cans can be dropped off in Miss Schmitt's room, 204, and Wes will be donating all of his proceeds to the Huebsch family.
Youth Fun day at Weston January 21, 2023 Third grade game times will be at 1:30 and 2:30 Fourth grade games will be at 3:00, 4:30 and 5:00. All players should be at Weston by 1:00. Thanks!
Word of the Day: Bombast, noun, refers to speech or writing that is meant to sound important or impressive but that is not sincere or meaningful. The other world leaders at the international conference had little interest in being subjected to the host president's bombast.
This Day in History: On January 18, 1919, in Paris, France, some of the most powerful people in the world meet to begin the long, complicated negotiations that would officially mark the end of the First World War.
HÀNH Leaders of the victorious Allied powers-France, Great Britain, the United States and Italy-would make most of the crucial decisions in Paris over the next six months. For most of the conference, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson struggled to support his idea of a "peace without victory" and make sure that Germany, the leader of the Central Powers and the major loser of the war, was not treated too harshly. On the other hand, Prime Ministers Georges Clemenceau of France and David Lloyd George of Britain argued that punishing Germany adequately and ensuring its weakness was the only way to justify the immense costs of the war. In the end, Wilson compromised on the treatment of Germany in order to push through the creation of his pet project, an international peacekeeping organization called the League of Nations.
Birthdays:
Elementary: Jonatan Aguirrez Sevilla
MS/HS: Thurs, Jan 19-James Spinhirne, Sun, Jan 22-Andrew Dahlke
A reminder that because today is the last day of the semester, there is no school for students tomorrow and Friday, January 19th and 20th. Staff have a work day and in-service day. If access to the building is needed, please check in with the office prior to arrival at 608/585-2311.
Over the next few weeks, Ithaca is running a campaign for you to “Get To Know” our staff. Please enjoy the following bio of today's featured Ithaca employee. Get to know Luanne Honer-Carrimon.
Due to circumstances beyond the control of the Ithaca School District, we will no longer display the Google “GRID” calendar view on our website. All events are (and have been) accessible on our EVENTS page, both on our website and in our app. Please use the following link for a tutorial on our EVENTS page: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gLPyTAMk9GgMWZqjQSt5fVqsJcShXvDz/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116064276158203547924&rtpof=true&sd=true