In honor of Nurses Week, we recognize our School Nurse, Skyla Wanless. An Ithaca alumna, Skyla has shown so much compassion and dedication to our school, especially this year with much of her role being different from the traditional School Nurse role. Thank you, Skyla!
May 7th, 2021
Today is a Day 1 Elementary Day 4
Today is a Day 2 for Band and Choir: 6th Grade Choir, 7th & 8th Grade Band, and HS Choir have rehearsals today. HS Choir will meet in the gym during ATTACK time
Lunch for today: First choice-, Hamburger, Second choice, Pizza, Baked Beans, Carrots & Dip, Peaches, Dinner Roll, Milk
Bus leaves for track on Saturday to Riverdale at 8:35.
Grades 5 - 11 Band Students: Summer band lesson forms are due to Mrs. Behrens today.
The weight room will be closed after school today and after school Monday.
Middle School Student Council applications are due Friday, May 14. If you are planning to apply, please be sure to have yours turned into Mrs. Hilby by the end of the day on May 14.
High School Students: If you are bringing a guest to Prom, that is not an Ithaca student, you must sign them up on the sheet located in the office by Friday, May 14th.
Attn Middle and High School students: Anyone participating in the WI Newspaper Association's Editorial Writing or Cartoon contest should have their entries to Mrs. Plonka by Wednesday, May 12.
This Date in History: On May 7, 1824, Ludwig van Beethoven’s ninth and final symphony debuts at Vienna’s Theater am Kärntnertor. The Ninth Symphony required the largest orchestra ever employed by Beethoven, and was unusual at the time for its use of voices in addition to instruments. Beethoven hand-picked two young singers, 18-year-old Henriette Sontag and 20-year-old Caroline Unger, for the soprano and alto parts. He stood on stage and appeared to conduct the orchestra when the Ninth debuted, although due to his deafness the players were instructed to ignore the composer and instead follow Michael Umlauf, the actual conductor.
Attn Middle and High School Students: If you have any interest in pursuing a science career, you are encouraged to participate in this FREE and FLEXIBLE online Summer Science Camp sponsored by Morgridge Institute and UW-Madison. It takes place Wednesdays from June 23 to July 28th either from 10-11 AM or from 3-4 PM. There are several topics to choose from. To get signed up, and/or if you need to check out a chromebook to participate, contact Mrs. Plonka (plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us) by Wednesday, May 12.
On behalf of the National Honor Society, we’d like to thank each teacher and staff member for all of your dedication to your profession. The student body will forever be grateful for all you have done for us. Today we are recognizing teachers with 26 years and up in education. Julie Prouty 26 years, Kathleen Schoen 27 years, Peg Durkin 28 years, Jill Pinkstaff 29 years, Jim Favreau 29 years, Melony Wontor 29 years, David Triphan 32 years, Kris Willis 33 years, Mary Beth Behrens 34 years, Lynn Umhoefer 43 years. Thank you for your service!
Word of the Day Incredulous [in·cred·u·lous] adj.1. Skeptical; disbelieving. “Most people are incredulous of stories about flying saucers.” 2. Expressive of disbelief.
Elementary—none
H.S.M.S.—none
Staff— on Sunday, Mrs. Penfield
Do you know where your library books are? The LMC is gearing up for the Summer Library Check Out, and we're hoping you can check at home for some missing library books.
To help give you some ideas, check out the top 10 places to find your child’s lost library books:
1. Between the bed and the wall (even I fall asleep reading)
2. Between the bed and the other wall (so I guess that's the floor, but you get it)
3. Shoved in the back of the bookcase (usually flat against the back, especially for small books)
4. Underneath the couch (keeping them handy!)
5. The bathroom (obvious reasons)
6. In the car (the book wanted to go on a trip!)
7. Inside the dresser (slid in with the pile of socks?)
8. Under the bed (it was originally in the #2 spot, but then got kicked)
9. Between the sheets (usually found at the foot of the bed)
10. On the very bottom of the toybox!!
Help us gather as many outstanding library books as possible before the Summer Library Check Out begins at the end of May. Stay tuned for details!
Last night over 50 students gathered in memory of Mason. We shared readings, poems and expressed how much he will be missed. We whispered peace, when we didn't know the words to speak. We cried many tears but also smiled and laughed. We found another level of connection with each other and with Mason. We are grateful for the memories and will hold onto them forever. 💙🕊
May 6th, 2021
Today is a Day 2 Elementary Day 3
Today is a Day 1 for Band and Choir: 6th Grade Band, 7th & 8th Grade Choir, and HS Band have rehearsals today.
Lunch for today: First choice-, Tater Tot Casserole, Second choice, Brat, Caesar Salad, Applesauce, Dinner Roll, Milk
Please release Baseball, Softball teams at 2:35 today. The bus will leave at 2:50
Please release middle school track at 2:30 today. Bus leaves at 2:45 for their track meet.
The weight room will be closed after school today due to the away baseball game.
Art Club meeting during attack today.
Grades 5 - 11 Band Students: Summer band lesson forms are due to Mrs. Behrens tomorrow (Friday).
Middle School Student Council applications are due Friday, May 14. If you are planning to apply, please be sure to have yours turned into Mrs. Hilby by the end of the day on May 14.
High School Students: If you are bringing a guest to Prom, that is not an Ithaca student, you must sign them up on the sheet located in the office by Friday, May 14th.
Sergeant First Class Steven Turk, an ARMY recruiter from Baraboo, will be here today during High School lunch hour. He will be set up outside by the picnic tables. Please visit his table for any information & questions you may have about the ARMY. OR just stop by to thank him for his service.
Attn Middle and High School students: Anyone participating in the WI Newspaper Association's Editorial Writing or Cartoon contest should have their entries to Mrs. Plonka by Wednesday, May 12.
Attn Middle and High School Students: If you have any interest in pursuing a science career, you are encouraged to participate in this FREE and FLEXIBLE online Summer Science Camp sponsored by Morgridge Institute and UW-Madison. It takes place Wednesdays from June 23 to July 28th either from 10-11 AM or from 3-4 PM. There are several topics to choose from. To get signed up, and/or if you need to check out a chromebook to participate, contact Mrs. Plonka (plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us) by Wednesday, May 12.
Any High School student interested in a summer job please see Mrs. Kershner. We have heard from many local businesses who are looking for employees! Richland Center Wastewater Treatment Plant, Richland Patterns, Jensen Casting, St. Luke's Daycare in Plain, local banks & nursing homes, Lime Ridge Ag, Primex in Reedsburg and the list goes on. Stop in the guidance office to discover a career pathway for you!
Any Sophomore or Junior interested in the Youth Apprenticeship Healthcare CNA Program this summer...please see Mrs. Kershner for any questions you may have.
“According to nces.ed.gov, there are currently 3.3 million full-time-equivalent teachers in public schools!” Today we are recognizing teachers with 6-25 years in education. Jenna Wipperfurth 6 years, Kyle Kelly 7 years, David Klang 7 years, Heather Owen 7 years, Liz Neimeyer 7 years, Brittany Penfield 8 years, Greg Herbst 11 years, Mike Mani 11 years, Carrie Pope 12 years, Denise Huffar 14 years, Liz Pulvermacher 14 years, Zac Thome 14 years, Sarah Bailey 16 years, Chris Lechnir 17 years, Andrea Newkirk 20 years, Wendy Jensen 20 years, Kara Steinmetz 22 years, Cheri Jacobson 25 years, Denise Brewer 25 years, Meredith Bevan 25 years, Thank you for your service!
This Date in History: On May 6, 1940, John Steinbeck was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his novel The Grapes of Wrath.The book traces the fictional Joad family of Oklahoma as they lose their family farm and move to California in search of a better life. They encounter only more difficulties and a downward slide into poverty. The book combines simple, plain-spoken language and a compelling plot with rich description. One of Steinbeck’s most effective works of social commentary, the novel also wonthe National Book Award.
Word of the Day Odious oh-dee-uhs adj. Extremely unpleasant; repulsive. Deserving of hatred or repugnance.
“The detective said it was the most odious crime she had ever seen.”
Elementary—none
H.S.M.S.—none
May 5th, 2021
Today is a Day 1
In 1953, Eleanor Roosevelt persuaded the 81st Congress to proclaim National Teachers’ Day. Congress declared March 7, 1980, as National Teacher Day.
Forensics students, please note a date change for our awards celebration. We will celebrate next week on Tuesday, May 11th during ATTACK time in the LMC. Please be prompt in arriving, as we have plenty of celebrating to do.
High School Students: If you are bringing a guest to Prom, that is not an Ithaca student, you must sign them up on the sheet located in the office by Friday, May 14th.
On behalf of the sophomore class...we invite the high school students & staff for a memorial for Mason. This will be this evening (Wednesday) from 8:00-9:00pm (following GIG) at the baseball diamond. We will share some music, memories, poems and readings. We will then light candles in his memory together. They say: “It’s ok to smile while your heart is still in pieces of grief and confusion. Moments of being together might be the only glue that keeps you together.” We hope you will join us Wednesday evening for a gathering in memory of our classmate, Mason.
Attn Middle and High School students: Anyone participating in the WI Newspaper Association's Editorial Writing or Cartoon contest should have their entries to Mrs. Plonka by Wednesday, May 12.
Attn Middle and High School Students: If you have any interest in pursuing a science career, you are encouraged to participate in this FREE and FLEXIBLE online Summer Science Camp sponsored by Morgridge Institute and UW-Madison. It takes place Wednesdays from June 23 to July 28th either from 10-11 AM or from 3-4 PM. There are several topics to choose from. To get signed up, and/or if you need to check out a chromebook to participate, contact Mrs. Plonka (plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us) by Wednesday, May 12.
Any High School student interested in a summer job please see Mrs. Kershner. We have heard from many local businesses who are looking for employees! Richland Center Wastewater Treatment Plant, Richland Patterns, Jensen Casting, St. Luke's Daycare in Plain, local banks & nursing homes, Lime Ridge Ag, Primex in Reedsburg and the list goes on. Stop in the guidance office to discover a career pathway for you!
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will gather this Thursday May 6th at 7am. All students are welcome. We will gather for an encouraging devotional and uplifting message. Bring a friend!
Any Sophomore or Junior interested in the Youth Apprenticeship Healthcare CNA Program this summer...please see Mrs. Kershner for any questions you may have.
Sergeant First Class Steven Turk, an ARMY recruiter from Baraboo, will be here on Thursday during High School lunch hour. He will be set up outside by the picnic tables. Please visit his table for any information & questions you may have about the ARMY. OR just stop by to thank him for his service.
Shop Ithaca/Weston Track and Field apparel! See the link below to the online apparel store for Ithaca/Weston Track and Field. The deadline to order is today. All items ordered need to be paid for online and will be delivered to the school at which time we will distribute them. Also, you can order items for athletes and family members as well. https://ithacawestontr21.itemorder.com/sale
Word of the Day Acerbic uh-sur-bik adj. Sharp or biting, as in character or expression. “The director occasionally allowed an acerbic tone to an otherwise subtle dialogue.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S.M.S.—none
On behalf of the sophomore class, we invite the High School students and staff to a memorial for Mason. This will be Wednesday (tomorrow) evening from 8:00-9:00pm (following GIG) at the baseball diamond. We will share some music, memories, poems and readings. We will then light candles in his memory together.
They say: “It’s ok to smile while your heart is still in pieces of grief and confusion. Moments of being together might be the only glue that keeps you together.” We hope you will join us Wednesday evening for a gathering in memory of our classmate, Mason.
Congratulations to Ithaca's Middle School FBLA team! They placed in the top 10 of the nationwide FBLA-PBL Intuit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion competition! Intuit sponsors this competition to because they believe that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are essential principles that promote a safe and inclusive environment celebrating diverse viewpoints and perspectives with resounding benefits to organizations, communities, teams and individuals.
This was the Ithaca Middle School FBLA team's first competition. Placing among the top ten is an even bigger fete for our students, as nearly all the competitors were high school teams. Well done, and congratulations! Team members are: Brooklyn Dickey, Jadyn Boland, Holly King, Kailey Newkirk, Alyssa Mueller, Trista Pluemer, Tristen Peterson, Allison Durst, Maggie Gschwind, Tyler Steinmetz, Devin Ihm, Clayton Lee, Hewston Garcia-Boland, Keegan Jones, Ethan Stowell, and Izzie Ortiz (not pictured). The team was advised by Mrs. Paula Boland and Ms. Laura Wydeven.
Shop Ithaca/Weston Track and Field apparel! See the link below to the online apparel store for Ithaca/Weston Track and Field. The deadline to order is May 5th. All items ordered need to be paid for online and will be delivered to the school at which time we will distribute them. Also, you can order items for athletes and family members as well.
https://ithacawestontr21.itemorder.com/sale
May 4th, 2021
Today is a Day 2 Elementary Day 2
Today is a Day 2 for Band and Choir: 6th Grade Choir, 7th & 8th Grade Band, and HS Choir have rehearsals today.
Lunch for today: First choice-Chicken Fajita, Second choice, Fish Sandwich, Corn, Mandarin Oranges, Dessert, Milk
Please release JV Baseball today at 2:50.
Please release Track today at 1:55 bus leaves at 2:15
There will be a Sophomore Class meeting during ATTACK time today in the gym.
Junior Class: There will be a class meeting today during Attack time in the band room. We will be picking names for who is walking together during the grand march.
The Middle School FBLA placed in the top 10 in the Nationwide Intuit DEI Challenge open to high school and middle school level groups. This was their first competition. Great job.
Forensics students, please note a date change for our awards celebration. We will celebrate next week on Tuesday, May 11th during ATTACK time in the LMC. Please be prompt in arriving, as we have plenty of celebrating to do.
High School Students: If you are bringing a guest to Prom, that is not an Ithaca student, you must sign them up on the sheet located in the office by Friday, May 14th.
Seniors: If you are planning on attending prom this year, please let Ms. Durkin know by Wednesday this week. That way we can determine if you can be on the ballot for court.
On behalf of the sophomore class...we invite the high school students & staff for a memorial for Mason. This will be Wednesday (tomorrow) evening from 8:00-9:00pm (following GIG) at the baseball diamond. We will share some music, memories, poems and readings. We will then light candles in his memory together.They say: “It’s ok to smile while your heart is still in pieces of grief and confusion. Moments of being together might be the only glue that keeps you together.” We hope you will join us Wednesday evening for a gathering in memory of our classmate, Mason.
Attn Middle and High School students: Anyone participating in the WI Newspaper Association's Editorial Writing or Cartoon contest should have their entries to Mrs. Plonka by Wednesday, May 12.
Attn Middle and High School Students: If you have any interest in pursuing a science career, you are encouraged to participate in this FREE and FLEXIBLE online Summer Science Camp sponsored by Morgridge Institute and UW-Madison. It takes place Wednesdays from June 23 to July 28th either from 10-11 AM or from 3-4 PM. There are several topics to choose from. To get signed up, and/or if you need to check out a chromebook to participate, contact Mrs. Plonka (plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us) by Wednesday, May 12.
The Ithaca High School Forensics team was honored recently for their outstanding performances during the 2021 WHSFA State Festival. Our Forensics program was awarded the distinguished Excellence in Speech Award for performing in the top 5% of all state festival competitors. Led by 8 perfect scores earning Gold, the team was further bolstered by earning 5 Silver medals, 4 Bronze medals, and 2 small Bronze medals. Every team member qualified for the state festival this season. This year the team was led by coaches Louise Murphey, Juli Thompson, and Emily Zorea.
Any High School student interested in a summer job please see Mrs. Kershner. We have heard from many local businesses who are looking for employees! Richland Center Wastewater Treatment Plant, Richland Patterns, Jensen Casting, St. Luke's Daycare in Plain, local banks & nursing homes, Lime Ridge Ag, Primex in Reedsburg and the list goes on. Stop in the guidance office to discover a career pathway for you!
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will gather this Thursday May 6th at 7am. All students are welcome. We will gather for an encouraging devotional and uplifting message. Bring a friend!
Any Sophomore or Junior interested in the Youth Apprenticeship Healthcare CNA Program this summer...please see Mrs. Kershner for any questions you may have.
Sergeant First Class Steven Turk, an ARMY recruiter from Baraboo, will be here on Thursday during High School lunch hour. He will be set up outside by the picnic tables. Please visit his table for any information & questions you may have about the ARMY. OR just stop by to thank him for his service.
On May 4, 1776, Rhode Island, the colony founded by the most radical religious dissenters from the Puritans of Massachusetts Bay Colony, became the first North American colony to renounce its allegiance to King George III. Ironically, Rhode Island would be the last state to ratify the new American Constitution more than 14 years later on May 29, 1790.
Shop Ithaca/Weston Track and Field apparel! See the link below to the online apparel store for Ithaca/Weston Track and Field. The deadline to order is May 5th. All items ordered need to be paid for online and will be delivered to the school at which time we will distribute them. Also, you can order items for athletes and family members as well. https://ithacawestontr21.itemorder.com/sale
The sophomore class is inviting anyone who would like to contribute to a collection for Mason Fenton's parents. A jar labeled for this purpose will be located in the office on the counter each day until the end of the day on Tuesday. The donations will be given on behalf of Ithaca Schools by the sophomore class.
Today is National Teacher Appreciation Day. Take a moment to thank each and every teacher today for all they’ve done throughout their years of teaching. “The great teacher is not the man or woman who supplies the most facts, but the one in whose presence we become different people.”- Ralph Waldo Emerson. Today we’d like to recognize all non-teacher Staff/Support and how long they’ve been at Ithaca. Without these staff members, Ithaca wouldn’t be where it is or what it is today. Sue Rynes 1 year, Frank Schuh 1 year, Sarah Stibbe 1 year, Luanne Honer-Carrillo 1 year, Janelle Jones 1 year, Gia Maestri 1 year, Jean Lisney 2 years, Brooke Hackl 2 years, Larry Hines 2 years, Heather Stocks 2 years, Jill Plonka 3 years, Julia Thompson 3 years, Marge Hooks 3 years, Diane Hisel 3 years, Tammie Fry 3 years, Heather Dickey 4 years, Mike Hutchison 4 years, Kate Powell 5 years, Annette Louis 5 year, Adam Hess 6 years, Shelly Pluemer 6 years, Ben Murphy 6 years, Tom Walker 6 Sam Hilby 9 years, Frank Wastlick 9 years, Marla Smith 9 yBill Kloehn 12 years, Cheryl Richards 20 years, Sue Meyer 25 years, Barb Michel 27 years, Deb Manning 27 years, Mary Jo Meyer 30 years. Thank you for your service!
Word of the Day: Esoteric es-uh-ter-ik adj. 1. Difficult to understand; abstruse. 2. Not publicly disclosed; confidential. 3. Of rare, special, or unusual interest. “Her software’s success was based on an esoteric programming language.
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
Staff—Mrs. Pluemer
The high school baseball and softball games scheduled for tonight at home are canceled (no rescheduled date as of yet). There is still practice for both teams tonight. No update on track at this time - at this point, the track meet is still on.
The First Grade classes participated in Earth Day recently by taking a field trip to Richards Insurance Agency. The students raked grass trimmings, went on a scavenger hunt, planted potatoes, and spent time with the animals (bunny, chickens, and baby chicks) in hopes to learn how all things contribute to the functionality of our Earth's environment! A huge thank you to Richards Insurance Agency for allowing us to take a field trip to your place of business.
Our elementary students are excited about spring! Thanks to the Ithaca PTSO and Mr. Mani and the Playgroud Committee for helping create new experiences for recess!
May 3rd, 2021
Today is a Day 1 Elementary Day 1
Today is a Day 1 for Band and Choir: 6th Grade Band, 7th &8th Grade Choir, and HS Band have rehearsals today.
Lunch for today: First choice-Pizza Dippers, Second choice, Hot Dog, Green Beans, Mixed Fruit, Milk
Please release Varsity Track at 2:35 today.
High School Students: If you are bringing a guest to Prom, that is not an Ithaca student, you must sign them up on the sheet located in the office by Friday, May 14th.
Seniors: If you are planning on attending prom this year, please let Ms. Durkin know by Wednesday this week. That way we can determine if you can be on the ballot for court.
There will be a Sophomore Class meeting during ATTACK time on Tuesday, May 4th in the gym.
The Ithaca High School Forensics team was honored recently for their outstanding performances during the 2021 WHSFA State Festival. Our Forensics program was awarded the distinguished Excellence in Speech Award for performing in the top 5% of all state festival competitors. Led by 8 perfect scores earning Gold, the team was further bolstered by earning 5 Silver medals, 4 Bronze medals, and 2 small Bronze medals. Every team member qualified for the state festival this season. This year the team was led by coaches Louise Murphey, Juli Thompson, and Emily Zorea.
Any High School student interested in a summer job please see Mrs. Kershner. We have heard from many local businesses who are looking for employees! Richland Center Wastewater Treatment Plant, Richland Patterns, Jensen Casting, St. Luke's Daycare in Plain, local banks & nursing homes, Lime Ridge Ag, Primex in Reedsburg and the list goes on. Stop in the guidance office to discover a career pathway for you!
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will gather this Thursday May 6th at 7am. All students are welcome. We will gather for an encouraging devotional and uplifting message. Bring a friend!
Any Sophomore or Junior interested in the Youth Apprenticeship Healthcare CNA Program this summer...please see Mrs. Kershner for any questions you may have.
Sergeant First Class Steven Turk, an ARMY recruiter from Baraboo, will be here on Thursday during High School lunch hour. He will be set up outside by the picnic tables. Please visit his table for any information & questions you may have about the ARMY. OR just stop by to thank him for his service.
Forensics students, we will have an awards celebration during ATTACK Time on Thursday, May 6th in the LMC. Please be prompt in arriving, as we have plenty of celebrating to do.
Shop Ithaca/Weston Track and Field apparel! See the link below to the online apparel store for Ithaca/Weston Track and Field. The deadline to order is May 5th. All items ordered need to be paid for online and will be delivered to the school at which time we will distribute them. Also, you can order items for athletes and family members as well. https://ithacawestontr21.itemorder.com/sale
The sophomore class is inviting anyone who would like to contribute to a collection for Mason Fenton's parents. A jar labeled for this purpose will be located in the office on the counter each day until the end of the day on Tuesday. The donations will be given on behalf of Ithaca Schools by the sophomore class.
This day in History: May 3, 1954 Supreme Court rules in Hernandez v. Texas, broadening civil rights laws. The Supreme Court issues a momentous ruling that clarified the way that the American legal system handled charges of discrimination. In Hernandez v. Texas, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the Fourteenth Amendment applied to all racial and ethnic groups facing discrimination, effectively broadening civil rights laws to include Hispanics and all other non-whites.
Since 1984, the National Parent Teacher Association has designated one week in May as a special time to honor the people who lend their passion and skills to educating our children. Teachers change the lives of millions of children every day, and their work and impact extend far beyond the boundaries of the classroom. Today we are recognizing teachers with 1-5 years in education. Chay Schmitt 1 year, Katie Burnley 2 years, Laura Wydeven 2 years, Emily Zorea 3 years, Paula Boland 3 years, Jessie Loven 4 years, Mackenzie Richards 4 years, Mckenzie Mindham 4 years, Melissa Sprecher 4 years, Olivia Preuss 4 years, Shawna Kitsembel 4 years, Matt Mezera 5 years, Trent Urban 5 years. Thank you for your service!
Word of the Day Incongruous in-kong-groo-uhs adj. 1. Lacking in harmony; incompatible. 2. Not in agreement, as with principles; inconsistent. “A plan incongruous with reason.” 3. Not in keeping with what is correct, proper, or logical; inappropriate. “She showed incongruous behavior.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—none
H.S./M.S.—none
A reminder that friends of Mason Fenton have organized a Truck Meet in his memory for tonight, April 30th. The sophomore class is encouraging those interested in attending to go to North Park in Richland Center beginning at 5pm. There will be a free-will offering, with proceeds going directly to his family.
The Ithaca High School Forensics team was honored recently for their outstanding performances during the 2021 WHSFA State Festival. Our Forensics program was awarded the distinguished Excellence in Speech Award for performing in the top 5% of all state festival competitors. Led by 8 perfect scores earning Gold, our team was further bolstered by earning 5 Silver medals, 4 Bronze medals, and 2 small Bronze medals. Every member of the Ithaca team qualified for the state festival this season. This year the team was led by coaches Louise Murphey, Juli Thompson, and Emily Zorea.
Many challenges this season pushed performers and coaches outside of their comfort zone. It may seem that public speaking would be easier when recording in an empty room without an audience, however our performers will tell you that having no audience presents other challenges. Learning and honing tech skills to record performances also changed the forensics experience.
The Ithaca Forensics team overcame all those challenges and turned in some of the best performances in the state. Congratulations to all our performers and coaches on such an amazing accomplishment. Forensics may be an individual activity, but the efforts of the entire team made earning this award possible.
A virtual standing ovation goes out to Mrs. Louise Murphey. Under her leadership, the Ithaca Forensics program has not just flourished, but has promoted quality public speaking. Her dedication for so many years has made this award possible. She pushes students to work harder than they thought they could, perform better than they thought they could, and held students to high standards that they did know they were capable of. She believed in each of her performers over the years, and they carry that confidence with them even long after they leave her leadership.
Thank you, Mrs. Murphey, and congratulations on accomplishing such an honor in earning this award along with your performers.
Check out the virtual 2021 WHSFA State Festival awards ceremony featuring the Ithaca High School Forensics team.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1iJebLRGGEQ
With great sorrow and sympathies to Mason's family, we share details of services celebrating the life of Mason Mark Fenton.
Ithaca Public Schools staff, students, and community extend our deepest sympathies to all mourning the loss of a precious young man. Mason touched us all in some way, and his bright light was taken too soon.
Services celebrating the life of Mason Fenton will be held this Sunday, May 2nd, beginning with a visitation at 10am and continuing until the beginning of the service at 2pm at Clary Memorial Funeral Home. Details about the visitation and service as well as a tribute wall and site to upload photo memories can be found on the funeral home website at www.clarymemorialfuneralhome.com.
April 30th, 2021
Today is a Day 2 Elementary Day 6
Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. All HS Choir students have choir today. All Band students, who are not in choir, will have band today.
Lunch for today: First choice-Hamburger, Second choice, Cheese Omelet, Hash Brown, Fresh Fruit, Biscuit, Milk
Please release Varsity Baseball Players at 2:20 today. The bus leaves at 2:35.
Due to the high school baseball games being away, there will be no weight room after school today.
Junior Class: If you have not taken the survey that was emailed to you by Mrs. Behrens, please do so by 3:00 today.
Services celebrating the life of Mason Fenton will be held this Sunday, May 2nd, beginning with a visitation at 10am and continuing until the beginning of the service at 2pm at Clary Memorial Funeral Home. Details about the visitation and service as well as a tribute wall and site to upload photo memories can be found on the funeral home website at www.clarymemorialfuneralhome.com.
Shop Ithaca/Weston Track and Field apparel! See the link below to the online apparel store for Ithaca/Weston Track and Field. The deadline to order is May 5th. All items ordered need to be paid for online and will be delivered to the school at which time we will distribute them. Also, you can order items for athletes and family members as well. https://ithacawestontr21.itemorder.com/sale
The sophomore class is inviting anyone who would like to contribute to a collection for Mason Fenton's parents. A jar labeled for this purpose will be located in the office on the counter each day until the end of the day on Tuesday. The donations will be given on behalf of Ithaca Schools by the sophomore class.
Friends of Mason Fenton have organized a Truck Meet in his memory for this Friday, April 30th. The sophomore class is encouraging those interested in attending to go to North Park in Richland Center beginning at 5pm. There will be a free-will offering, with proceeds going directly to his family.
SENIORS! Please let Mrs. Kershner know if you have received any outside scholarships. Also, we are looking to hear of your 'after graduation plans' to put in the Senior Spotlight Slide show. Let Mrs. Thompson or Mrs. Kershner know.
On April 30, 1945, holed up in a bunker under his headquarters in Berlin, Adolf Hitler commits suicide by swallowing a cyanide capsule and shooting himself in the head. Soon after, Germany unconditionally surrendered to the Allied forces, ending Hitler’s dreams of a “1,000-year” Reich.
The Ithaca PTSO's Beach Blanket Bingo night will be tonight in the HS Gym from 6 PM - 7:30 PM. This is open to all Ithaca friends and family members. There is no cost to participate. Prizes will be gift cards to local businesses. Feel free to wear your most colorful beach clothes and bring a blanket to sit on the gym floor and play bingo (or your group may sit in the bleachers). Masks and social distancing policies will be enforced. We look forward to seeing you there!
Ithaca/Richland Center Horse Tack and Craft Sale Fundraiser Saturday, May 8, 2021 7:30AM-1PM Ithaca Community Gym, Hwy 58 in the village of Ithaca, WI Vendors and sellers wanted!! Call today to reserve your spot. 608-585-2311 and ask for Kathleen Schoen
Elementary and Middle School families: Remember to order your yearbook by today! Yearbook were combined this year so if you have children in grades 4K-8 it will be ONE yearbook this year. Cost is $15. There will not be many extra yearbooks ordered this year so if you want one, you need to order! Order online at: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Ithaca?fbclid=IwAR3ms09h-pAw9uTdZ-ofqUAUk1obyLyAxLRuxPyaCEfty6bYuLoRV7agT20 If you have any questions, contact Sarah Jones at sarah_rainey@icloud.com or Jill Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Please send your Boxtops and Village Hearth UPC codes to school with your elementary aged child by Friday, April 30. Boxtops for Education has switched to an app. Download the Boxtops for Education app & scan your receipts to earn money for our school!
Attn Middle and High school students: Any students interested in summer camp opportunities, please pick up a brochure inside the office. Website links are provided for camps in art, STEM, music, writing, sports, architecture and more! If you have any questions, or need a device over the summer to participate in an online camp, contact Mrs. Plonka.
Word of the Day Nebulous neb-yuh-luhs adj. 1. Lacking definition or definite content. 2. Lacking definite form or limits; vague. “The test results were nebulous and determined to be unusable.”
Birthdays:
Elementary—today, Blake Wobschall on Saturday, Avery Kranz
H.S./M.S.—today, Lluc Puig, on Saturday, Chelsey Offerdahl, on Sunday, Ira Coppernoll and Conner Montes
Are you a high school student and not sure what you want to do after high school or would just like to explore some careers? Southwest Tech is excited to offer the Charger Tech Academy for students entering 9th–12th grade in the 2021-2022 school year! Learn about career options and programs through interactive, hands-on activities led by Southwest Tech instructors. Morning and afternoon sessions are available on June 22, 2021.
Elementary and Middle School families: Remember to order your yearbook by this Friday, April 30! The Elementary and Middle School Yearbook were combined this year so if you have children in grades 4K-8 it will be ONE yearbook this year. Cost is $15. There will not be many extra yearbooks ordered this year so if you want one, you need to order! Order online at: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/Ithaca?fbclid=IwAR3ms09h-pAw9uTdZ-ofqUAUk1obyLyAxLRuxPyaCEfty6bYuLoRV7agT20 If you have any questions, contact Sarah Jones at sarah_rainey@icloud.com or Jill Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
