Calling all pedal pullers! Great news! Kindschi's Pedal Pulls had a last minute cancellation and we were able to book them for the Ithaca Fair on October 12! They'll be set up by the Elementary entrance where they usually are and the pull will start at 1 PM. Sign up at 12:30. This FREE event is brought to you by donations to the Ithaca Fair Committee from our community.
Bulldog Royalty! Ithaca High School has chosen its 2024 Homecoming Court representatives. The Freshmen are represented by Autumn McBain and Peyton Brown. Brinley Wanless and Caden Keller are representing the Sophomores. Juniors Brooklyn Dickey and Devin Ihm will represent their class. The Ithaca High School Senior Class of 2025 are represented by Holly King, Alyssa Mueller, Tristen Peterson, Bailey Wanless, Sammy Clary, Wyatt Hilby, Mac Neefe, and Wes Nelson.
There was a lot of "twinning" yesterday at Ithaca for Homecoming Dress-Up Days! The Middle and High School students and staff were challenged to dress like their buddy. We were seeing double all day!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Oct 9, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Chicken Fajita Pasta, Second Choice: Cold Chicken Caesar Wrap,
Hot Lunch Includes: Chef’s Choice Vegetable, Fresh Fruit, Salad Bar, and Milk
Wisconsin Public School Observation Day: Leif Erikson Day
From Mrs. Zorea:
The Scholastic Book Fair is back! You can shop at the book fair in the Library during school hours from Mon, Oct 7—Fri, Oct 11. The Book Fair is also open during the Ithaca School Fair after the parade until 1:00pm. You can also shop the book fair online at:https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool
From Mr. Klang:
Middle and high school football players, please get your raffle tickets sold and turned in to your coaches by Friday, October 11. All tickets need to be turned in.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
High schoolers- the homecoming dance is coming up soon. If you plan to bring a guest that does not attend our school, you have to get a Guest Permission Request form from the office. This needs to be turned in to Mr. Herbst by Friday October 11.
From PTSO:
The PTSO's annual Rural Route 1 popcorn sale is now underway! Find an elementary student and order from them! Middle & High school students interested in selling can grab an order form from the office. Sale runs through October 18. Any questions contact Karia Brown- joekariabrown@gmail.com
From Ithaca Music Boosters: Like other activities throughout the year, music families are asked to volunteer. If you are a band or choir student, your families are expected to volunteer for at least one shift during Homecoming to help make it the best experience our community and visitors can have. Letters have gone home with 6th-12th grade music students regarding the upcoming Homecoming meal and Spring 2026 music trip. This is our one big fundraiser for the year. All can pitch in! Check the Ithaca Choir or Ithaca Bands FB pages for info. Donations sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AFA62AA3FFC61-51566036-2024 Volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AFA62AA3FFC61-51566037-homecoming
The Bulldog Block Challenge 6K Run/3K Walk will begin at 7 AM on Saturday, October 12. Meet in the Ithaca Town Hall Garage. You can still enter up until the day of the race, but shirts will not be guaranteed. For more information, pick up a registration form outside the office or download a form at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12gf-LBtCaMsTJsPubGLs9Y4HXhliugKM/view?usp=sharing
Who doesn’t love a parade?!? Sign up to participate in the Ithaca School Fair Parade by Wed, Oct 9. Line up will be at 10 AM with the parade heading North through downtown Ithaca at 10:30. Parade entry form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h1mi_6xCUSAM2CWO9qEU6XsIaKQbNq8Q/view?usp=sharing
The Ithaca Volleyball Alumni will be hosting the 3rd annual Volleyball tournament on Fri, Oct 11 at the community gym starting at 5 PM.
The Ithaca School Fair Horse Show will be held Sun, Oct 20 starting at 10:30 AM at the Anderson/Laue family Quarter Horse Farm on county road BA between Ithaca and Sextonville. No entry form required, just show up at the farm the morning of the show. Horse Show Bill: https://drive.google.com/file/d/114lLf006RW2vnL8BvgjnVu26XMMSCE2u/view?usp=sharing
Mascot races are back again for the 2024 Ithaca School Fair! Races will take place at 1 PM on the Football field before the Homecoming game. Registration form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wFZT7uOch-79zKpTE3WaZ6o5goUXG-uH/view?usp=sharing
All information related to the Ithaca School Fair can be found on the Ithaca Fair Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/IthacaFairWI
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.
Enjoy the stunning Ithaca countryside and fall views on a tractor ride this Sunday! Meet at the Ithaca Community Gym at 10:30 a.m. and follow the route on your favorite tractor. A small fee of $20 per tractor will be collected and lunch will be held at the Ithaca Lions Park.
Middle School Bulldogs brought the "country" to the Country vs Country Club dress up days yesterday. Middle School staff had a balance of both, representing Country AND Country Club. Looking sharp!
Sharing book joy! Ithaca's school librarian, Emily Zorea, donated books from her year serving as the Administrative Assistant for the national Pura Belpre children and teen book award to Ithaca's classrooms and students, as well as to Brewer Public Library. Rachel Wilson accepted the donations last week on behalf of Brewer Public Library. These books were sent to members of the committee by book publishers for award consideration, and now they are enjoying another purpose as part of our community classroom and public library collections.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue, Oct 8, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Sloppy Joe, Second Choice: Chef Salad, Hot Lunch Includes: Chef’s Choice Vegetable, Fresh Fruit, Salad Bar, and Milk
HAPPY NATIONAL 4-H WEEK!! It is a great time to check out what 4-H has to offer for youth in 5K-12th grade. Everyone is invited to a 4-H Open House on Tuesday, October 8th from 5-7 pm at the Richland Intermediate School. There will be hands-on activities for kids and a hot dog meal for the entire family. Can't wait to see you there! Remove Wed 10/9/24
From Mr. Klang:
There will be a Junior Class Meeting in Mr.Fetterly’s room during ATTACK Today, October 8th.
From Mrs. Zorea:
The Scholastic Book Fair is back! You can shop at the book fair in the Library during school hours from Mon, Oct 7—Fri, Oct 11. The Book Fair is also open during the Ithaca School Fair after the parade until 1:00pm. You can also shop the book fair online at:https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool
From PTSO:
Our next PTSO meeting will be Today, October 8 at 3:30 pm in room 103. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Middle and high school football players, please get your raffle tickets sold and turned in to your coaches by Friday, October 11. All tickets need to be turned in.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
High schoolers- the homecoming dance is coming up soon. If you plan to bring a guest that does not attend our school, you have to get a Guest Permission Request form from the office. This needs to be turned in to Mr. Herbst by Friday October 11.
From PTSO:
The PTSO's annual Rural Route 1 popcorn sale is now underway! Find an elementary student and order from them! Middle & High school students interested in selling can grab an order form from the office. Sale runs through October 18. Any questions contact Karia Brown- joekariabrown@gmail.com
From Ithaca Music Boosters:
Like other activities throughout the year, music families are asked to volunteer. If you are a band or choir student, your families are expected to volunteer for at least one shift during Homecoming to help make it the best experience our community and visitors can have. Letters have gone home with 6th-12th grade music students regarding the upcoming Homecoming meal and Spring 2026 music trip. This is our one big fundraiser for the year. All can pitch in! Check the Ithaca Choir or Ithaca Bands FB pages for info. Donations sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AFA62AA3FFC61-51566036-2024 Volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AFA62AA3FFC61-51566037-homecoming
From the Ithaca Fair Committee:
The Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 12 and the theme this year is “Welcome to the Jungle!”. All students, their parents/guardians, Ithaca schools employees, and alumni are welcome to enter in the fair. Get your items entered by Tuesday, October 8. All information related to the Ithaca School Fair can be found on the Ithaca Fair Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/IthacaFairWI
Word of the Day:
Exorbitant: something that goes far beyond what is fair, reasonable, or expected The cost of our stay was so exorbitant you would have thought that we had bought the hotel and not just spent a few nights there.
This Day in History:
On this day in 1871, the Great Chicago Fire began in the barn of Patrick and Catherine O'Leary, and, by the time the blaze died out two days later, a large swath of the city had been devastated and some 300 people killed. While many people have heard of the Chicago Fire, there was actually a larger, more devastating fire in Wisconsin on the same day. The Peshtigo fire was a large forest fire in northeastern Wisconsin, including much of the southern half of the Door Peninsula and adjacent parts of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The largest community in the affected area was Peshtigo, Wisconsin, which had a population of approximately 1,700 residents. The fire burned about 1.2 million acres and is the deadliest wildfire in recorded history, with the number of deaths estimated between 1,500 and 2,500.
Just in case you were trying to plan your week! Here is a schedule of the 2024 Ithaca School Fair and Homecoming festivities as well as dress up days and Class Games. A FULL WEEK!
On Friday the Junior and Senior classes traveled to UW- Platteville to attend a WI Education Fair. The fair had over 100 college representatives to assist students. The students received information and explored more about post-secondary educational opportunities. They also received a great presentation from UW Platteville. We are thankful for these field trip experiences that help expand the horizons for our students.
The Book Fair is here! You can shop the book fair in the Library during school hours from Monday, October 7—Friday, October 11. The Book Fair is also open during the Ithaca School Fair after the parade until 1:00pm. You can also shop the book fair online at:https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool
HAPPY NATIONAL 4-H WEEK!! It is a great time to check out what 4-H has to offer for youth in 5K-12th grade. Everyone is invited to a 4-H Open House on Tuesday, October 8th from 5-7 pm at the Richland Intermediate School. There will be hands-on activities for kids and a hot dog meal for the entire family. Can't wait to see you there!
THREE!! That's the number of school fairs left in the state of Wisconsin! Be a part of this fabulous tradition.
Reminder to please get your fair entries in by Tuesday! You can either fill out a paper copy and turn in to the school office or go online. You can pick up your fair tags on Friday in the commons when you bring in exhibits.
All information related to the Ithaca School Fair can be found on the Ithaca Fair Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/IthacaFairWI
School Fair Premium Book: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p8_1b1dqbpm28SurVlqkImO9-jZJEqHW/view?usp=sharing Enter online at FairEntry here: https://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/20951
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Oct 7, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Gourmet Hamburger or Cheeseburger on a Pretzel Bun with Bulldog Sauce, Second Choice: Bratwurst, Hot Lunch Includes: Chef’s Choice Vegetable, Fresh Fruit, Salad Bar, and Milk
From Class Advisors:
Our 2024 homecoming representatives are as follows:
Freshman: Peyton Brown and Autumn McBain
Sophomores: Caden Keller and Brinley Wanless
Juniors: Devin Ihm and Brooklyn Dickey
Seniors:
Sam Clary, Wesley Nelson, Wyatt Hilby, Mac Neefe
Holly King, Tristen Peterson, Alyssa Mueller, Bailey Wanless
From Ms Sprecher:
HS FFA meeting during Attack today. If you are on student council please check in with Ms. Sprecher first and then go to your student council meeting.
From Mr. Nee:
Today, 5th hour, a representative from American Welding Institute will be sharing about post high school welding opportunities. If you are interested in hearing more about AWI, please talk to Mr. Nee before 5th hour to make arrangements to be able to attend. Monday, Oct 7.
HAPPY NATIONAL 4-H WEEK!! It is a great time to check out what 4-H has to offer for youth in 5K-12th grade. Everyone is invited to a 4-H Open House on Tuesday, Oct 8th from 5-7 pm at the Richland Intermediate School. There will be hands-on activities for kids and a hot dog meal for the entire family. Can't wait to see you there!
From Ithaca Music Boosters:
Like other activities throughout the year, music families are asked to volunteer. If you are a band or choir student, your families are expected to volunteer for at least one shift during Homecoming to help make it the best experience our community and visitors can have. Letters have gone home with 6th-12th grade music students regarding the Homecoming meal and Spring 2026 music trip. This is our big fundraiser for the year. All can pitch in! Check the Ithaca Choir or Ithaca Bands FB pages for info. Donations sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AFA62AA3FFC61-51566036-2024 Volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AFA62AA3FFC61-51566037-homecoming
From Mrs. Zorea:
The Scholastic Book Fair is back! You can shop the book fair in the Library during school hours from Monday, October 7—Friday, October 11. The Book Fair is also open during the Ithaca School Fair after the parade until 1:00pm. You can also shop the book fair online at:https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool
From PTSO:
Our next PTSO meeting will be Tuesday, October 8 at 3:30 pm in room 103. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Middle and high school football players, please get your raffle tickets sold and turned in to your coaches by Friday, October 11. All tickets need to be turned in.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
High schoolers- the homecoming dance is coming up soon. If you plan to bring a guest that does not attend our school, you have to get a Guest Permission Request form from the office. This needs to be turned in to Mr. Herbst by Friday Oct 11.
From PTSO:
The PTSO's annual Rural Route 1 popcorn sale will be underway this Friday! Find an elementary student and order from them! Middle & High school students interested in selling can grab an order form from the office. Sale runs through Oct 18. Any questions contact Karia Brown- joekariabrown@gmail.com
From the Ithaca Fair Committee:
The Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, Oct 12 and the theme this year is “Welcome to the Jungle!”. All students, their parents/guardians, Ithaca schools employees, and alumni are welcome to enter in the fair. Get your items entered by Tuesday, Oct 8. The school fair premium book can be found outside the office or at this link: School Fair Premium Book: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p8_1b1dqbpm28SurVlqkImO9-jZJEqHW/view?usp=sharing Enter online at FairEntry here: https://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/20951
All information related to the Ithaca School Fair can be found on the Ithaca Fair Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/IthacaFairWI
Word of the Day:
Rue: feel penitence, remorse, or regret Rue is often used in the phrase "rue the day." I rue the day I signed that infernal contract.
This Day in History:
Oct 7, 1913: For the first time, Henry Ford’s entire Highland Park, Michigan automobile factory was run on a continuously moving assembly line when the chassis—the automobile’s frame—was assembled using the revolutionary industrial technique. A motor and rope pulled the chassis past workers and parts on the factory floor, cutting the man-hours required to complete one “Model T.” Within a year, further assembly line improvements reduced the time required to 93 man-minutes. The staggering increase in productivity effected by Ford’s use of the moving assembly line allowed him to drastically reduce the cost of the Model T, thereby accomplishing his dream of making the car affordable to ordinary consumers.
STILL TIME TO SUBMIT! All students, their parents/guardians, Ithaca schools employees, and alumni are welcome to enter in the fair. Get your items entered by Tuesday, October 8. The school fair premium book can be found outside the office or at this link: School Fair Premium Book: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p8_1b1dqbpm28SurVlqkImO9-jZJEqHW/view?usp=sharing Enter online at FairEntry here: https://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/20951
Yesterday we kicked off our R.I.S.E. program. R.I.S.E. stands for Ready, Inspire, Support and Encourage. High school students are paired up with elementary students, serving as a mentor/role model and meet twice monthly throughout the year. Yesterday students were able to decorate pumpkins together, thanks to the generosity of Huebsch Hill Farms. Be on the lookout for the pumpkins at the Ithaca School Fair!
Family traditions run deep in the Ithaca community. Ithaca Public Schools wishes to congratulate Oakwood Fruit Farm and the Louis, Alvin, and Stafford families on reaching this fabulous milestone of celebrating 5 generations and 120 years of Family Fun! The Oakwood family also has a strong tradition of supporting Ithaca students and the district in many ways. They have hosted student groups, donated to the Ithaca Fair and countless other groups, provided apples for our young Bulldogs to sample, and the list is endless. Thank you and congratulations!
Take advantage of this great family event! Coming November 7th we will have the Magic of Isaiah for the Ithaca family reading night celebration. He will perform a magic show using the powerful magic of reading. Please join us for dinner provided by the PTSO at 5:30 and the magic show to follow. And thanks to the generosity of Juanna Miller and Miller Photography, your family will have the opportunity to have a family photo taken. Your students have brought home a flyer with an RSVP to be returned to the classroom teacher. #MillerPhotography
Yesterday Ithaca kicked off our R.I.S.E. program. R.I.S.E. stands for Ready, Inspire, Support and Encourage. High school students are paired up with elementary students, serving as a mentor/role model and meet twice monthly throughout the year. Yesterday students were able to decorate pumpkins together, thanks to the generosity of Huebsch Hill Farms. Be on the lookout for the pumpkins at the Ithaca School Fair!
Fix your hair and pick out your outfit. Picture retake day is next Tuesday, October 8th starting at 1:00 p.m.
