TODAY! TODAY, today, today! Register today for the Ithaca Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge to guarantee a tshirt. One person registered per form please. You can still sign up after this deadline, just no guarantee of a shirt. The money from this fundraiser goes towards Ithaca School Foundation projects. Thank you for your support!
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca School Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge 2024
Ithaca School Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge 2024 Registration
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Fri, Sept 20, 2024 Today is a Day 1 Lunch for today: First Choice: BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza Second Choice: BBQ Chicken Salad/Flatbread Potato salad, Mandarin oranges, Salad Bar, Milk Wisconsin Day of Observance: POW-MIA Recognition Day From Ms Schoen: Elementary teachers are seeking 10-12 grade teaching assistants (This would be on a pass from study hall system). Please see Ms Schoen if you can help. From Mr. Klang: There will be a Junior Class Meeting in Mr.Fetterly’s room during ATTACK Today, Sept. 20th. From PTSO: Our first Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, September 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 2nd grade class! 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 Mrs. Thompson: Freshmen will have a brief class meeting on Mon, Sept 23rd during 4th hr in Mrs. Stellner’s room. Class dues can now start to be paid to Mrs. Thompson. You will get a receipt for your payment. From Ithaca Football: Youth football will meet again Mon, Sept 23rd, 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 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 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 online 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. Enter by TODAY September 20 to guarantee a shirt. 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 From the Ithaca Fair Committee: 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 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. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District’s website.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Friday
Say "Cheeeeeese!" School photos are back. If you had school photos taken last week and placed an order, your student will be bringing those home tonight or tomorrow. As a reminder, picture retakes will be offered on Tuesday, October 8th from 12:00 p.m. until 2:50 p.m.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Picture Retake Day 2024
Lace up your running or walking shoes! The Bulldog Block Challenge 6K Run/3K Walk will begin at 7 AM on Saturday, October 12. Meet in the Ithaca Town Hall Garage. Enter by Tomorrow September 20 to guarantee a shirt. 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
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca School Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge 2024
Ithaca School Foundation's Bulldog Block Challenge 2024 Registration
The middle school football game tonight vs Bangor has been cancelled. There will be no practice.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
called off
Our first Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, September 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 2nd grade class!
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca PTSO's Popcorn Friday 9/20/2024
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Thu, Sept 19, 2024 Today is a Day 2 Lunch for today: First Choice - Spaghetti with meat sauce & garlic bread, Second Choice - Chicken parmesan on a WG bun, Spinach salad with tomatoes, Apple slices, Salad Bar, Milk From Ms Schoen: Elementary teachers are seeking 10-12 grade teaching assistants (This would be on a pass from study hall system). Please see Ms Schoen if you can help. From Mrs. Kershner & Mrs. Wipperfurth: The RISE Mentoring Program will Kick-off TODAY Thursday, Sep 19th! Students, please check your email with information regarding the program this year. We are looking forward to a great year to inspire, encourage and support our little bulldogs! Thank you high school students for making a difference! From Ithaca Football: Youth football will meet again Thur, Sept 19th, 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. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer: Middle and High School Sources of Strength will meet in the LMC on Thursday, September 19th. From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner: There will be a Senior Class Meeting during attack in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room on Friday, September 20th. Ensure you check your email for important information. From PTSO: Our first Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, September 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 2nd grade class! 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! Word of the Day: Dally: to physically linger or dawdle, or to waste time. Three members of the hiking group were dallying and didn't arrive at the overlook until others were already starting to head back to the trailhead. 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. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District’s website.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Thursday
Ithaca students and staff benefit greatly from the kindness of community donations for school supplies each year. Steve and Deb Dickey have continued the several year tradition, providing our students with an abundance of school supplies started by Evelyn Kolman, a 1942 graduate of Ithaca. We at Ithaca thank you for the continued support of our students.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
supplies
Parents of Ithaca students in grades Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd, The Ithaca Happy Hour 4H Club is organizing a Cloverbud After-School Club at Ithaca. The first meeting will begin at 3:30pm on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. From 3:30 (children picked up by Mrs. Jill Plonka at 3:15pm) until 5:00 pm. Coming home with your child, and attached to this email, is a flyer with more information and contact information. You can contact Jill Plonka at japlonka@hotmail.com for more information. Children are encouraged to wear clothes that can get dirty and to come and have some fun!! 4H is a great experience for all and it begins with the Cloverbud Project!!
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca Happy Hour Cloverbuds
Are you exploring options for your soon-to-be driver? A new program called Driver Education Grant Program through the State of Wisconsin could have an opportunity for your family! Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch may apply below to have their classroom and behind-the-wheel driver training for a Class D (Regular) driver license paid for through the Driver Education Grant Program. Students with grants can enroll in any driver education program offered by an authorized driver education provider. The tuition will be paid directly to the Driver Training school. https://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/dmv/teen-driver/teen-sfty/degrant.aspx
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
DE WisDOT Grant
Mascots races are back at the 102nd Ithaca School Fair and Homecoming! School, business, and organization mascots are all welcome! Contact Rob Richards at Richards Insurance to sign up.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca Fair and Homecoming 2024 Mascot Races
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Wed, Sept 18, 2024 Today is a Day 1 Lunch for today: First Choice - Chicken burrito bowl; Second Choice- Turkey & provolone on sundried tomato wrap, Steamed peas, Peaches, Salad Bar, Milk Wisconsin Day of Observance: Wisconsin Day, Sep 18, 2024 Commemorates the assets that make Wisconsin a desirable place to live and work. Falls on the Wednesday of the third week of September, as part of Wonderful Wisconsin Week. Today, Wednesday, Sept 18, students will be released at 2:00 PM. Elementary pickup will begin at 1:45 PM. This is a planned day for professional development for faculty and staff. From Mrs. Kershner & Mrs. Wipperfurth: The RISE Mentoring Program will Kick-off this Thursday, Sep 19th! Students, please check your email with information regarding the program this year. We are looking forward to a great year to inspire, encourage and support our little bulldogs! If you haven’t signed-up but are interested, please reach out to Mrs. Kershner or Mrs. Wipperfurth. Thank you high school students for making a difference! From Ithaca Football: Youth football will meet again Thur, Sept 19th, 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. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer: Middle and High School Sources of Strength will meet in the LMC on Thursday, September 19th. From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner: There will be a Senior Class Meeting during attack in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room on Friday, September 20th. Ensure you check your email for important information. From PTSO: Our first Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, September 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 2nd grade class! 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! Word of the Day: Nebula: a large cloud of interstellar gas or dust. In nontechnical use, the word nebula also refers to a galaxy other than the Milky Way. We were eventually able to see the nebula through the telescope. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On September 18, 1793, George Washington laid the cornerstone to the United States Capitol building, the home of the legislative branch of American government. The building would take nearly a century to complete, as architects came and went, the British set fire to it and it was called into use during the Civil War. Today, the Capitol building, with its famous cast-iron dome and important collection of American art, is part of the Capitol Complex, which includes six Congressional office buildings and three Library of Congress buildings, all developed in the 19th and 20th centuries. 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. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District’s website.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Wednesday
It's not too early to start planning your schedule for the 102nd Ithaca School Fair and Homecoming festivities. You won't want to miss a second of it all!
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
102nd Ithaca School Fair and Homecoming Schedule 2024
This is a reminder from the Ithaca School district. Wednesday, September 18th will be an early release, with elementary being released at 1:45 PM and the middle and high school at 2 PM. Please be advised, with the continued shortage of bus drivers, the delivery time of your student WILL be later than normal tomorrow. As always, if you intend to deviate from your student’s current transportation plan, please call the office at 608-585-2311. Remember, all changes to transportation needs must be called into the Ithaca office no later than 11 AM on the day of the change. Thank you
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
bus
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Adults need to take care of their mental health also. Did you know the incidence of suicide in agriculture is among the highest of all industries? The Farmer Angel Network, a non-profit founded in Sauk County by friends and family in memory of their loved one, has made mental health a priority and a beacon of hope in the farming industry. They have local resources and references and are here to help. #SuicidePreventionMonth #FarmerMentalHealth https://www.wmtv15news.com/2024/09/16/sauk-co-nonprofit-harvesting-mental-health-support-wisconsin-farmers/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFWeedleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHU_Ne5xkZvboa-_b_MZRufn1M5cOEukBVPM0sFzoT3D-UWNwNPNFRJp3Ag_aem_eJe5GCHKT98DpeWzwRDcjQ
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
FarmerAngelNetwork on the news
A good day starts with a good breakfast! Today our Bulldogs enjoyed chocolate-strawberry oatmeal parfaits for breakfast. ❤️ School Breakfast.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca breakfast chocolate strawberry parfait
Ithaca will have a scheduled early release tomorrow - Wednesday. Elementary students will be released at 1:45 PM all other students at 2:01 PM. - Ithaca tendrá una salida anticipada programada para mañana, miércoles. Los estudiantes de primaria saldrán a la 1:45 p. m. y los demás estudiantes a las 2:01 p. m.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
early release
early release
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Tue, Sept 17, 2024 Today is a Day 2 Lunch for today - First Choice: Broccoli Cheese soup w/ asiago focaccia bread; Second Choice: American sub sandwich, Roasted carrots, Fruit cocktail, Salad Bar, Milk Wisconsin Day of Observance: U.S. Constitution Day On Wednesday, Sept 18, students will be released at 2:00 PM. Elementary pickup will begin at 1:45 PM. This is a planned day for professional development for faculty and staff. From Mrs. Burnley: There will be an FBLA meeting during Attack on Tues., Sept. 17 in Mrs. Burnley’s room. From Ms. Sprecher: Thank you to the Freshman class for doing concessions tonight for the volleyball game. From Mrs. Kershner & Mrs. Wipperfurth: The RISE Mentoring Program will Kick-off this Thursday, Sep 19th! Students, please check your email with information regarding the program this year. We are looking forward to a great year to inspire, encourage and support our little bulldogs! If you haven’t signed-up but are interested, please reach out to Mrs. Kershner or Mrs. Wipperfurth. Thank you high school students for making a difference! From Ithaca Football: Youth football will meet again Thur, Sept 19th, 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. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer: Middle and High School Sources of Strength will meet in the LMC on Thursday, September 19th. From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner: There will be a Senior Class Meeting during attack in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room on Friday, September 20th. From PTSO: Our first Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, September 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 2nd grade class! From PTSO: Do you want to offer your time helping out? Do you want to earn hours towards scholarships or entries in a drawing? Do you need volunteer credit? If any of these fit you, consider volunteering for the PTSO. We are always looking for people to volunteer for things like: babysitting, working a shift at homecoming, helping run gingerbread night, attending a PTSO meeting, etc. If you are interested or would like more information, please reach out to Samantha Swenink at ithacaptso@gmail.com. WORD OF THE DAY: Liminal: a formal word most often used to describe an intermediate state, phase, or condition. The essay presents an image of the border region as a liminal zone where one culture blends into another. THIS DAY IN HISTORY: Beginning early on the morning of September 17, 1862, Confederate and Union troops in the Civil War clash near Maryland’s Antietam Creek in the bloodiest single day in American military history. The Constitution of the United States of America is signed by 39 delegates present at the conclusion of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. 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. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District’s website.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Daily Announcements - Tuesday
The Ithaca School District will be holding community informational meetings concerning the upcoming referendum. If you missed yesterday's meeting in Keyesville, catch one or more of the next meetings. Upcoming sessions will be held Thursday night, September 19, at 7:00 at the Loyd Community Center; Monday night, September 23, at 7:00 at Ithaca Schools; Wednesday, October 2, at 5:45 at the Ithaca Community Gym; and Sunday morning, October 6, at 11:30 at the Willow Valley Church Hall.
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Upcoming Discussion forums 2024
Tonight's the night, youth footballers! Ithaca Youth Football will start tonight Monday, September 16 and meet every Monday and Thursday for 4 weeks. Meet at the football field at 6:00, and practice will finish at 7:00. No sign up is required. The final practice will be October 11th 6-7pm. 📷 Credit: Jeanette Simpson
3 months ago, Ithaca Schools
Ithaca Football sunset