Let the Games Begin!
Join the Ithaca High School Game Club! Whether you're a casual gamer or a competitive enthusiast, our club is the perfect place to meet fellow gamers, try new games, and have fun. From board games to video games, we'll explore various genres and platforms. Members will play games against each other and discuss various gaming components. No experience necessary - just a passion for gaming! Meet new friends, develop teamwork skills, and level up your gaming experience with us. For more info, hit our website :
https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us/gameclub
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.
The Ithaca WIHA team (WI Interscholastic Horsemanship Association) will compete in District competition this weekend in Oshkosh, WI. Classes they will compete in are: Trail, Showmanship (Western & English), Bareback, Walk/Trot, Lead Change Challenge, Horsemanship, Poles, Barrels, Flags and Two-Person Relay.
Team members include:
Senior- Maggie Kershner & her horse Mara
Freshman- Ellie Otto & her horse Romeo
The team is coached by- Jenny Laue
Good Luck, Lady Bulldogs!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Fri, Sept 27, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Pepperoni Pizza and Green Beans, Second Choice: Chef Salad, Whole Grain Breadstick, Blueberries, Salad Bar, Milk
Wisconsin Observance Day: Frances Willard Day Commemorates the Janesville teacher and lecturer who was influential in the early women's movement and was president of the Women's Christian Temperance Union from 1879 until her death in 1898.
From Mrs Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
There will be a senior class meeting during ATTACK on Fri, Sept 27th in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room.
From Ms. Bevan:
Juniors and Seniors: If you are planning to attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at UW Platteville, please turn in your permission slip by Fri, Sept 27th. Spring Semester Early College Credit Program, Start College Now, and CollEDGE Up Applications are due to Ms. Bevan by Tue, Oct 1st.
From Mrs Kershner:
Final call for High School girls who are interested in attending: 'Women in STEM Career Day!' Please check your email with information about this opportunity. The cost of the field trip is $30 per student. You must sign up by Tues, Oct 1st. Sign up is located on Mrs. Kershner’s office door.
From Mr. Herbst:
High School Students: ATTACK Release Privilege will begin Wed, Oct 02. One of the four conditions to earning this privilege is to have an executed PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION FORM on file; these forms are available in the School Office. The other three conditions are:
The student must not have any grade lower than a C-.
The student cannot have any missing assignments.
The student taking courses through Acellus, an accredited online school used for credit recovery, must be at or beyond their lesson benchmarks.
From Ms. Ernzen:
Hoping to discuss your latest read or find your next amazing page turner? Then join Book Club! Our first meeting will be on Wed, Oct 2nd during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Treats will be provided.
From Ithaca Music Boosters:
All families are music boosters! Families are asked to volunteer 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. Check the Ithaca Choir or Ithaca Bands FB pages for info.
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 Tue, 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
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. If you’d like to get a team together, please register by Fri, Oct 4. Registration form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUypG13PshQS687SD2aU0hO3aTYw_2xZ/view?usp=sharing
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.
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.
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:
Lucid: very clear and easy to understand The film conveyed a lucid message that was hard to misinterpret.
This Day in History:
On September 27, 1938, President Franklin Roosevelt writes to German Chancellor Adolf Hitler regarding the threat of war in Europe. The German chancellor had been threatening to invade the Sudetenland of Czechoslovakia and, in the letter, his second to Hitler in as many days, Roosevelt reiterated the need to find a peaceful resolution to the issue.
Ithaca Families! As a 4K-12 building, all our students benefit from the magic of music in our schools. The Ithaca Music Booster Club invites all families to volunteer to help our community enjoy the 102nd School Fair and Homecoming meals. The boosters are looking for workers and donations for these meals. Check out the Ithaca Choir or Ithaca Bands FB pages or your email inbox for information about how to pitch in. Thanks to your help, we make music in our school strong!
https://www.facebook.com/IthacaChoirWisco
https://www.facebook.com/IthacaBands
Time to dust off those kneepads and work on your serving - the Ithaca Volleyball Alumni game is back again for its 3rd year! The game will be held in the Community gym (like last year) on Friday, October 11 starting at 5 PM. Contact Brittany Niemeyer for more information.
At Ithaca we celebrate all student achievements. An Ithaca Elementary 2nd grader, Willow, has the opportunity to meet Simone Biles on her upcoming tour. Enjoy your special moment, Willow!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thur, Sept 26, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Teriyaki Chicken Bowl with Brown Rice, Snap Peas and Peppers, Second Choice: Teriyaki Chicken Wrap with Asian Coleslaw, Pineapple, Salad Bar, Milk
From Mrs. Zorea:
Current members of National Honor Society will meet on Thursday, September 26th during Attack in the LMC to discuss the upcoming Induction Ceremony.
From Ithaca Football:
Youth football will meet again Thursday, September 26th and meet every Monday and Thursday for 4 weeks on the football field at 6:00. Practice will finish at 7:00. No sign up is required. The final practice will be October 11th 6-7pm.
From Mrs Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
There will be a senior class meeting during ATTACK on Friday, September 27th in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room.
From Ms. Bevan
Juniors and Seniors: If you are planning to attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at UW Platteville, please turn in your permission slip by Friday, September 27th.
Spring Semester Early College Credit Program, Start College Now, and CollEDGE Up Applications are due to Ms. Bevan by Tuesday, October 1st.
From Mr. Klang:
Parents Night for the high school football team will be this Friday, September 27 when we host Necedah. Parents please be ready to meet your player near the North end zone at 6:40pm. Senior Night will be Friday, October 18 when we host New Lisbon.
From Ms. Ernzen:
Hoping to discuss your latest read or find your next amazing page turner? Then join Book Club! Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, October 2nd during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Treats will be provided.
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. 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
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 Wednesday, October 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 Friday, October 11 at the community gym starting at 5 PM. If you’d like to get a team together, please register by Friday, October 4. Registration form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUypG13PshQS687SD2aU0hO3aTYw_2xZ/view?usp=sharing
The Ithaca School Fair Horse Show will be held Sunday, October 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
Word of the Day:
Deter: to cause someone to decide not to do something The device is designed to deter automobile theft.
This Day in History:
September 26, 1580: After nearly 3 years at sea, English Admiral Francis Drake arrived at Plymouth Harbor, England, completing his circumnavigation of the world.
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: Wed, Sept 25, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Arroz con Pollo (Chicken and Rice), Second Choice: Hot dog w/WG bun, Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower, Watermelon, Salad Bar, Milk
Wisconsin Day of Observance: Bullying Awareness Day
From Ms Durkin:
All elected Student Council members please meet in the art room during ATTACK on Wednesday, Sept 25th.
From Ms. Sprecher:
Middle school FFA will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 25 during ATTACK.
Swine Exhibitors for school fair - Please get your rope test results to Ms. Sprecher as soon as possible. You will have to have these tests to show your pig at the fair.
From Jill Plonka, Ithaca Happy Hour 4H Leader:
Parents of students in grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd: the Ithaca Happy Hour 4-H Club is starting a Cloverbud after school Club. The first meeting will be after school on September 25 until 5 PM. Notes are going home with your children. Contact IHH club leader Jill Plonka at japlonka@hotmail.com if you have any questions. Wear some clothes you can get dirty and come and have some fun and check out 4-H!
From Ithaca Music Boosters:
There will be a meeting tonight Wed, Sept 25th at 6:00 pm in the band room. We will discuss sign ups for Homecoming meals and general details of the Spring 2026 trip to NYC.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Current members of National Honor Society will meet on Thursday, September 26th during Attack in the LMC to discuss the upcoming Induction Ceremony.
From Ithaca Football:
Youth football will meet again Thur, Sept 26th and meet every Monday and Thursday for 4 weeks on the football field at 6:00. Practice will finish at 7:00. No sign up is required. The final practice will be October 11th 6-7pm.
From Ms. Bevan:
Juniors and Seniors: If you are planning to attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at UW Platteville, please turn in your permission slip by Fri. Sept. 27th.
Spring Semester Early College Credit Program, Start College Now, and CollEDGE Up Applications are due to Ms. Bevan by Tues., October 1st.
From Mr. Klang:
Parents Night for the high school football team will be this Friday (Sept. 27th) when we host Necedah. Parents please be ready to meet your player near the North end zone at 6:40pm. Senior Night will be October 18th when we host New Lisbon.
From Ms. Ernzen:
Hoping to discuss your latest read or find your next amazing page turner? Then join Book Club! Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, October 2nd during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Treats will be provided.
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. 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
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 Wednesday, October 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 Friday, October 11 at the community gym starting at 5 PM. If you’d like to get a team together, please register by Friday, October 4. Registration form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUypG13PshQS687SD2aU0hO3aTYw_2xZ/view?usp=sharing
The Ithaca School Fair Horse Show will be held on October 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
A reminder that the Ithaca Music Booster Club will meet tonight, Wednesday, September 25th at 6:00 p.m. in the band room. The agenda and prior minutes can always be found on the Ithaca Choir or Ithaca Band FB pages. Topics tonight will be the Homecoming meals and general details of the Spring 2026 New York City trip. All families of Ithaca students are music families, so you are all invited!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue, Sept 24, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Grilled Cheese Dippers w/ Tomato Basil Soup; Second Choice: Turkey Sandwich on WG bread, WG Crackers, Apple slices, Salad Bar, Milk
From Coach Mindham:
Congratulations to the Richland Center/Ithaca High School Cross Country teams on a great meet at Boscobel last Friday. Due to weather conditions, Thursday night’s annual Greg Bell Memorial Meet was moved to Friday night. Ithaca junior, Clayton Lee took 9th and as a team, the boys placed 4th out of 11 teams. The girls placed 6th overall. Our team also took home the Spirit Award out of 20 schools, which is awarded for top team camp decorating. https://www.facebook.com/boscobelcom
From Ms Durkin:
All elected Student Council members please meet in the art room during ATTACK on Wednesday, Sept 25th.
From Ms. Sprecher:
Middle school FFA will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 25 during ATTACK.
SWINE Exhibitors for school fair - Please get your rope test results to Ms. Sprecher as soon as possible. You will have to have these tests to show your pig at the fair.
From Jill Plonka, Ithaca Happy Hour 4H Leader:
Parents of students in grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd: the Ithaca Happy Hour 4-H Club is starting a Cloverbud after school Club. The first meeting will be after school on September 25 until 5 PM. Notes are going home with your children. Contact IHH club leader Jill Plonka at japlonka@hotmail.com if you have any questions. Wear some clothes you can get dirty and come and have some fun and check out 4-H!
From Ithaca Music Boosters:
There will be a meeting on Wed, Sept 25th at 6:00 pm in the band room. We will discuss sign ups for Homecoming meals and general details of the Spring 2026 trip to NYC.
From Ithaca Football:
Youth football will meet again Thur, Sept 26th and meet every Monday and Thursday for 4 weeks on the football field at 6:00. Practice will finish at 7:00. No sign up is required. The final practice will be October 11th 6-7pm.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Current members of National Honor Society will meet on Thursday, September 26th during Attack in the LMC to discuss the upcoming Induction Ceremony.
From Ms. Bevan
Juniors and Seniors: If you are planning to attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at UW Platteville, please turn in your permission slip by Fri. Sept. 27th.
Spring Semester Early College Credit Program, Start College Now, and CollEDGE Up Applications are due to Ms. Bevan by Tues., October 1st.
From Ms. Ernzen:
Hoping to discuss your latest read or find your next amazing page turner? Then join Book Club! Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, October 2nd during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Treats will be provided.
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. 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:
Amiable: friendly or agreeable Both children have amiable dispositions, which makes them easy to travel with.
This Day in History:
The Judiciary Act of 1789 was passed by Congress and signed by President George Washington, establishing the Supreme Court of the United States as a tribunal made up of six justices who were to serve on the court until death or retirement.
Join WRCO after the 9 AM ABC News update for the Morning Show with Phil Nee as he welcomes the Ithaca Public Schools crew to the airwaves. FM 100.0 and www.WRCO.com
Congratulations to the Richland Center/Ithaca High School Cross Country teams on a great meet at Boscobel last Friday. Due to weather conditions, Thursday night’s annual Greg Bell Memorial Meet was moved to Friday night. Ithaca junior, Clayton Lee took 9th and as a team, the boys placed 4th out of 11 teams. The girls placed 6th overall. Our team also took home the Spirit Award out of 20 schools, which is awarded for top team camp decorating. https://youtube.com/shorts/xpjy0yOwaoQ?feature=share
The Ithaca School Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization set up to receive tax exempt charitable donations for projects in the Ithaca School. Some of our projects that we have assisted with in the past have included chromebooks, lights on the softball field, supplies for the special education department, the playground container, Joy's buddy benches, and most recently a plaque to commemorate the Dr. Ken Solis excellence in teaching recipients. The Foundation is also in charge of the Community and Athletic Hall of Fame in the display case to the left as you enter the building and the senior class displays near the gym. Our annual fundraiser is the Bulldog Block Challenge held each year the morning of the Ithaca School Fair. We have also hosted Trivia Night, Paint Night, and a Mystery Dinner fundraiser. One of our big projects we'd like to fund is a digital sign by the road listing all the school events. If you would like to join the Ithaca School Foundation and help direct where funds are spent and help organize other fundraisers, contact President Kevin Hauser at krhauserwork@gmail.com. You do not have to be an alumni of the Ithaca district to join and there are no dues or fees. We meet a few times per year as needed to organize fundraisers. See our booth in the gym at the Ithaca Fair for more information!
The Ithaca Bulldog Football team has been selected as a nominee for the WisSports.net Statewide Team of the Week in Wisconsin.
Voting is open until 2 PM this Thursday.
Show YOUR support of our AWESOME team and school by visiting the following link, scrolling down to the ITHACA BULLDOG section, and VOTE: https://www.wissports.net/news_article/show/1318927
We need YOUR support!!
The Ithaca School Foundation* donated a plaque to the school commemorating all the recipients of the Dr. Ken Solis Excellence in Teaching Award. The award began in 2002 by Dr. Ken Solis, Class of 1976, to honor those teachers who go above and beyond for the Ithaca students and community.
Recipients of the award were:
2024 – Jenna Wipperfurth
2023 – Paula Boland
2022 – Denise Brewer
2021 – Mary Beth Behrens
2020 – Jim Favreau
2019 – Kally Clary
2018 – Connie Jump
2017 – David Triphan
2016 – Michael Mani
2015 – Andrea Newkirk
2014 – Paul Bicknell
2013 – Kara Steinmetz
2012 – Mike Rush
2011 – Kathy O’Brien
2010 – Meredith Bevan
2009 – Cindy Schmitz
2008 – Mary Walton
2007 – Gary Gutknecht
2006 – Louise Murphey
2005 – Kelly Schaefer
2004 – Kathleen Schoen
2003 – Kristin Willis
2002 – Jean Nugent
*If you would like to join the Ithaca School Foundation and help direct where funds are spent, contact Kevin Hauser at krhauserwork@gmail.com. You do not have to be an alumni of the Ithaca district to join
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Sept 23, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Chicken Smackers, Second Choice: Meatball Sub, Hash Browns, Mixed Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk
From Mrs. Thompson:
Freshmen will have a brief class meeting on Mon, Sept 23rd during 4th hr. Class dues can now be paid to Mrs. Thompson. You will get a receipt.
From Ms. Sprecher and Mr. Nee:
Soph class will meet on Mon., Sept. 23 during ATTACK in Mr. Nee's room.
From Ms. Bevan:
Juniors: If you are interested in taking the PSAT, please turn in your permission slip and fee by Mon. Sept. 23rd.
From Ms. Sprecher:
HS FFA will meet on Tues, Sept. 24 in Ms. Sprecher room. Officers and chairperson meet during lunch. Middle school FFA will meet on Wed, Sept. 25 during ATTACK.
From Ithaca Football:
Youth football will meet again Mon, Sept 23rd, and meet every Mon and Thurs for 4 weeks on the football field at 6:00. Practice will finish at 7:00. No sign up is required. The final practice will be Oct 11th 6-7pm.
From Jill Plonka, Ithaca Happy Hour 4H Leader:
Parents of students in grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd: the Ithaca Happy Hour 4-H Club is starting a Cloverbud after school Club. The first meeting will be after school on Sept 25 until 5 PM. Notes are going home with your children. Contact IHH club leader Jill Plonka at japlonka@hotmail.com if you have any questions. Wear some clothes you can get dirty and come and have some fun and check out 4-H!
From Ithaca Music Boosters:
There will be a meeting on Wed, Sept 25th at 6:00 pm in the band room. We will discuss sign ups for Homecoming meals and general details of the Spring 2026 trip to NYC.
From Ms. Bevan:
Juniors and Seniors: If you are planning to attend the Wisconsin Education Fair at UW Platteville, please turn in your permission slip by Fri. Sept. 27th.
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. 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
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 Wednesday, October 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 Friday, October 11 at the community gym starting at 5 PM. If you’d like to get a team together, please register by Friday, October 4. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XUypG13PshQS687SD2aU0hO3aTYw_2xZ/view?usp=sharing
The Ithaca School Fair Horse Show will be held on October 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. 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. 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
Word of the Day:
Rue: To feel penitence, remorse, or regret. I rue the day I signed that infernal contract.
This Day in History:
On September 23, 1875, Billy the Kid was arrested for the first time after stealing a basket of laundry. He later broke out of jail and roamed the American West, eventually earning a reputation as an outlaw and murderer and a rap sheet that allegedly included 21 murders.
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 concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. As a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District’s website.
Go, Coach Brenda! Ithaca/Weston High School track and Richland Center/Ithaca High School Cross Country coach, Brenda Walton is in France preparing to compete in the World Ironman race. If you'd like to follow along with her progress, download the IRONMAN Athlete Tracker app or keep up on the Ithaca/Weston Track and Field FB page as we try to post updates. If you remember, Brenda survived a cardiac event while she was competing in Utah at the 2022 World Ironman competition. She rehabbed and trained to qualify for this competition, and we are so grateful to see her reach this achievement. Just getting there is quite the blessing! We are so proud of you and will be cheering you on from home. Congratulations and good luck! "Make Good Choices, Brenda!"
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The festivities of the Ithaca School Fair culminates with the Horse Show! The Ithaca School Fair Horse Show will be held on October 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.
Coming November 7th, Ithaca Public Schools will host 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. Your students have brought home a flyer with an RSVP to be returned to the classroom teacher.
