Thurs. Oct. 22, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 4 schedule. Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Attention Middle and High School Students: The Dream Careers Essay contest is open! Contact Mrs. Plonka for details at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Please have your submissions to Mrs. Plonka by December 1. The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair! Word of the Day: Gravitas Gravitas n. Dignity, seriousness, or solemnity in manner. “He has the necessary gravitas to lead the company.” Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S./M.S.—none Staff-Ms. Loven
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Wed. Oct. 21, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Attention Middle and High School Students: The Dream Careers Essay contest is open! Contact Mrs. Plonka for details at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Please have your submissions to Mrs. Plonka by December 1. There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting today, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then! The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair! Incendiary: Incendiary adj. Designed to cause fires. “An incendiary device.” Birthdays: Elementary—Sofia Weber H.S./M.S.—Talena Sprecher
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Parent/Teacher conferences are tonight and Thursday night! There is still time to schedule a conference if you'd like to do so. Simply email your students' teacher/s to discuss a time.
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Parent Teacher Conferences
Tues. Oct. 20th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 3 schedule. Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Attention Middle and High School Students: The Dream Careers Essay contest is open! Contact Mrs. Plonka for details at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Please have your submissions to Mrs. Plonka by December 1. Middle and High school students participating in the Patriots Pen or Voice of Democracy contests should have their essays or speech audio files to Mrs. Plonka by today, Oct. 20th. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then! The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair! Word of the Day: Dismal Dismal adj Gloomy. Depressing; dreary. “The business was a dismal failure;” “Dismal weather.” Birthdays: Elementary—Brock Martyniuk H.S.M.S.—Nolen Waldner
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Free FOOD?! The USDA is offering FREE meals to all children in the household - school-aged and younger. Your household has students in school? Free meals! Your household has children younger than school-age? Free meals! All you have to do is sign up! Use this link to sign up for next week. Pick up on Tuesday, October 27th will include meals for two days. Pick up on Thursday, October 29th will include meals for three days. Stop at the elementary doors between 4pm and 6pm to pick up. If you are unable to pick up during that time, you may arrange for someone to pick up for you. There is a spot on the sign up to specify any special arrangements or meal needs. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeZ2-1J4MNFlx5l_ckfpCSCcaLSaBsgRmKIZ88tHy7wTIMPw/viewform?usp=sf_link
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Shop the BOOK FAIR! Don't forget that our online book fair is open this week until Sunday, October 25th. Use this link to shop online or cruise the 360 Book Fair. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1 Check out Mrs. Zorea's tour of the 360 Book Fair. https://youtu.be/8ds9Qumv-fA
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Mon. Oct. 19th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 2 schedule. Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Middle and High school students participating in the Patriots Pen or Voice of Democracy contests should have their essays or speech audio files to Mrs. Plonka by Tuesday, October 20. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then! The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair! Word of the Day: Onerous Onerous adj. Involving heavy obligations. Involving a burdensome amount of effort and difficulty. “The court’s stipulations were onerous.” Birthdays: Elementary—None H.S./M.S.—None
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Smooth down your hair, pop that collar, brush your teeth - it's picture retake day! If you signed up to have your student/s pictures taken today, don't forget that the fun begins at 1pm until 4pm.
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Picture retake day
Don't forget to sign up!! Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning starting next week. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Sign up for this service by completing the survey each week. Each week has a separate form to complete - complete by Sunday night at 5pm. Week of October 19th - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJvuZC9qVQmUz5jkIrTt6N350Olvt4t_TjxrKEVG0COFMW5w/viewform October 26th - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeZ2-1J4MNFlx5l_ckfpCSCcaLSaBsgRmKIZ88tHy7wTIMPw/viewform
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Fri. Oct. 16th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Band, 7th Grade - Choir, 8th Grade - Band. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 1 schedule. Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Middle and High school students participating in the Patriots Pen or Voice of Democracy contests should have their essays or speech audio files to Mrs. Plonka by next Tuesday, October 20. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka at plonjil@ithaca.k12.wi.us There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting next Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then! The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair! High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons. To order your yearbooks go to Josten.com Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books. Note the Change in Time: Picture retakes today, October 16th from 1:00 - 4:00. Word of the Day: Efficacious Efficacious adj. Successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective. “Efficacious treatment for the disease.” Birthdays: Elementary—None H.S./M.S.—on Sunday, Aiden Brown
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
The Policy Committee meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, October 21st at 5:00pm has been cancelled. The next scheduled Policy Committee meeting has not been approved as of yet.
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Many of you have completed and submitted college applications. Your next step is to complete the FAFSA. If you are not familiar with this process, please take a look at the following opportunity to get assistance with submitting this information. The link is provided below. You may also reach out to the financial aid office at your college of choice to check on opportunities that they may offer. **College Goal Wisconsin is offering online help for students and their families filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The dates that are available to register for are Wednesday, November 4th and Wednesday, November 11th both taking place at 6:00p.m. The agenda for the evening: 5:50-6:00 p.m. Log in to the FAFSA completion event 6:00 p.m. The FAFSA completion event begins with a short presentation on tips to complete the FAFSA 6:30 p.m. Families can ask questions and receive individual assistance to complete the FAFSA https://collegegoalwi.org/
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Here are the results of the Ithaca livestock show and virtual fair. Premiums and ribbons will be going out soon! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sfS8BWQQW_2OST8YZB_Jxm7RdAp3V_j4/view?usp=sharing
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
DON'T FORGET! Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on TODAY! You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Thurs. Oct. 15th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is: 6th Grade - Choir, 7th Grade - Band, 8th Grade - Choir. High School Band/Choir are on the Day 5 schedule. Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered today. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens. There will be an Ithaca PTSO meeting next Wednesday, Oct. 21 starting at 4 PM via Zoom. Link:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7190983725 We will be discussing the fate of Trunk or Treat this year, the RR1 and online spirit wear fundraisers and ideas for possible replacement activities for in-person events. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you then! The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair! High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons. To order your yearbook go to Josten.com Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books. Note the Change in Time: Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 1:00 - 4:00. Birthdays: Elementary—None H.S./M.S.—None Staff—Mrs. Wipperfurth
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
It's not the same as previous book fairs, but you can still shop online! Check out the new Virtual 360 Book Fair. Experience the joy of book cases, characters, and much more. View exclusive book trailer videos and reading lists. Shop over 200 new books and premium titles. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair!
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Page snip from book fair
Awesome Friendly Guy trailer
Graphic Novels trailers!
New Kid at the book fair
Tomorrow!! Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on Thursday, October 15th. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens.
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Wed. Oct. 14th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Food Service distribution will continue while we are virtually learning. Pick up will be available two days per week at the Elementary entrance doors similar to the pick up last spring from 4pm until 6pm. Tuesday will be two meals, and Thursday will be three meals. Band Students and Parents: The Band Fundraiser orders will be delivered on Thursday, October 15th. You will be able to pick up your orders from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm. in the North Parking Lot. All orders have to be picked up. If you are unavailable at this time, please make arrangements to have someone else pick it up for you. There are frozen items and nowhere to store them at school. The company specifically said that they will not take any unclaimed orders back with them. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Behrens. The Scholastic Book Fair is open online from October 12-25th. Shop at www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1. Book-only orders of $25 or more ship to your home for free. Every purchase helps our school. The book fair has titles for all ages, from 4K through high school. Our goal is to sell 314 books. Help us reach our goal by shopping the online book fair! High School students: If you order the yearbook by October 16 it will be only $37 and if you personalize your yearbook you get 4 free icons. Any High School and Middle School students interested in participating in this year's Battle of the Books can pick up a book list in the library. The list and the books are in a bookcase by Mrs. Zorea's desk. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Plonka. We will meet later in October to organize and assign books. Note the Change in Time: Picture retakes are on Friday October 16th from 1:00 - 4:00. Word of the Day: Malicious Malicious adj. Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm. “Malicious rumors.” Birthdays: Elementary—Gage Buscher H.S./M.S.—John Clary Staff—Bill Kloehn and Meredith Bevan
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Want to check and order school pictures before retake day this Friday? To review and order, go to https://shop.jostenspix.com/login - log in or create your free account. Click "FIND YOUR STUDENT?" and type in our school and event code FE47920. Your students' pictures will appear.
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
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Picture Day Flyer
Since we are virtual, our school's Scholastic book fair has moved online this fall. You can access the book fair now from October 12-25, 2020 at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ithacaelementaryschool1 The online book fair has a great range of titles for elementary, middle, and high school readers. Book-only orders of $25 or more will ship to your home for free! Scholastic will donate 25% of all sales back to our school. This money will be used in the spring to purchase books to give to students to keep. Shop online or tour the 360 degree virtual fair!
about 4 years ago, Ithaca Schools
Online Book Fair and Virtual Tour!