Ithaca School District

This year will be unlike any sports year in Ithaca history. To try to help bring some sense of normalcy to the season Mrs. Summer Roh will be taking photographs at football and volleyball games. Remember, as of today fans are not allowed at athletic events. She does a fantastic job as many in the Ithaca community know. She'll also be capturing photos for the 2020-21 High School yearbook. If you would like to get in contact with her you can email her at rohsumm@ithaca.k12.wi.us. Doing so will help her to get you copies of the photos she takes. Thank You and Go Bulldogs! Mr. Zac Thome, Athletic Director

Tues. Sept. 15th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 2 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6B has Band, 6A has Choir, 8B has Band, 8A has Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 3 schedule. Lunch for today: 1st choice, Mac & Cheese and 2nd choice, Turkey Sub, Carrots, Nectarine, Dinner Roll, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Band students in Grades 5 - 12: Your fundraiser is due next Monday. High school students- Attack today is class meetings. Report to your Attack pack for attendance and then go to your class meeting. Freshman are on the hill east of the parking lot. Sophomores to the grass by the softball field. Juniors are outside by the band room. Seniors are in the commons. Sgt. Turk from the U.S. Army will be visiting during lunch today. He will be set up outside by the patio. Please stop by and see him if you have questions about opportunities in the Army. Today is the last day to turn in nomination papers for student council. Forms are on the bulletin board outside Ms. Sprecher room. Are you as excited as we are? Ithaca Volleyball is back and hosting the Hillsboro Tigers on Tuesday, September 15th. Though there are no spectators allowed at this time, we are live feed broadcasting through our school's YouTube channel. JV starts at 6:00pm and Varsity will begin no earlier than 7:15pm. WRCO 100.9FM is broadcasting Varsity live on the radio. If you can't catch the game on the radio, click the link below to be directed to our school's YouTube channel. Click the video that says "LIVE NOW". No need to subscribe to watch. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWDwwmlFd2t1uT8hDct3jeA/featured?view_as=subscriber Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms has been extended to Friday, September 18 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office to Mrs. Zorea's mailbox or make sure the application is postmarked and sent to the school by September 18. There will be a PTSO Zoom meeting this Wednesday, September 16 at 6 PM. We will be discussing the Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser, Trunk or Treat and other possible activities this year. Go to the PTSO Discussions page on Facebook or contact an officer for the Zoom link. The 98th annual Ithaca School Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3. There will be no change to the in-person livestock show and auction, however exhibitors will be asked to show their non-animal projects virtually. Through FairEntry.com, exhibitors will be able to enter and upload digital photos of their creations for a judge to review. Premiums will still be awarded to all entries. All classes except for the Ithaca School Fair Horse show must be entered into FairEntry.com by Wednesday, September 23 at 11:59 PM. The Ithaca Fair Horse Show will also be held in-person on Sunday, October 11 at 10:30 AM at the Anderson Family Quarter Horse farm near Sextonville. The annual Ithaca Foundation’s Big Block Challenge Race will also still be held but you can do the 1 mile fun walk, 5K run, or 10 mile biking option whenever and wherever you want. Cost is $15 per participant with a maximum of $45 per family. Check the Ithaca School website to pre-register by September 30. We are sorry to announce that the parade, children’s activities, and food stands have been cancelled this year. There is also no Saturday football game on October 3. All livestock show participants and spectators will be required to wear masks while on school grounds for the health and safety of our community. All Ithaca Fair information can be found on the school's website, facebook page and the Ithaca Fair facebook page. If you have any questions, contact Mr. Favreau at school. Link to Fair Entry: www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Word of the Day: Endemic Endemic adj. Native to a specific region or environment and not occurring naturally anywhere else. “Malaria is endemic in tropical climates.” (n.) An endemic plant or animal Birthdays Elementary—Kashtyn Alt and Jaxson Eng H.S./M.S.—none STAFF—Mrs. Steinmetz

The Ithaca School Fair Horse Show has announced its schedule! Check out the bill for the horse show. This event is open to all ages of students, Ithaca alumni, district resident or employee. Ribbons awarded for 1st through 4th for all events.

Mon. Sept. 14th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 1 The schedule for Band and Choir today is: 6A has Band, 6B has Choir, 8A has Band, 8B has Choir. HS Band and Choir are on the Day 2 schedule. Lunch for today: 1st choice, Lunch Meat Sandwich and 2nd choice, Fish Sticks, Baked Beans, Pears, Dinner Roll, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Are you as excited as we are? Ithaca Volleyball is back and hosting the Hillsboro Tigers on Tuesday, September 15th. Though there are no spectators allowed at this time, we are live feed broadcasting through our school's YouTube channel, and WRCO 100.9FM is broadcasting Varsity live on the radio. If you can't catch the game on the radio, click the link below to be directed to our school's YouTube channel. Click the video that says "LIVE NOW". No need to subscribe to watch. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWDwwmlFd2t1uT8hDct3jeA/featured?view_as=subscriber Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms has been extended to Friday, September 18 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office to Mrs. Zorea's mailbox or make sure the application is postmarked and sent to the school by September 18. There will be a PTSO Zoom meeting this Wednesday, September 16 at 6 PM. We will be discussing the Rural Route 1 popcorn fundraiser, Trunk or Treat and other possible activities this year. Go to the PTSO Discussions page on Facebook or contact an officer for the Zoom link. Any High school student interested in joining Student Council please pick up nomination papers from Ms. Sprecher on the bulletin board outside her room. The nomination papers will need to be returned by today. Elections will take place later this week. Word of the Day Paradox Paradox n. A statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory or absurd but in reality expresses a possible truth. An opinion or statement contrary to commonly accepted opinion, but may be factual. Birthdays Elementary—Aydan Phillips H.S./M.S.--None

Fri. Sept. 11th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 6 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is 6th Grade - Day 2, 7 & 8th Grade - Day 2, High School - Day 1 Lunch for today: Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Fresh Vegetables, Orange, Milk The tragic events of September 11, 2001 changed the U.S., and the world, forever. For those who were old enough to watch those events unfold, that day and the aftermath of the attacks has left an indelible mark. For those too young to remember, the legacy of 9/11 shapes their lives as a central event in world history. Today, we remember all those who lost their lives in this tragedy. We also remember the brave Americans-police, military, firefighters, and citizens- who risked their lives to bring others to safety. NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Because of the actions of some students in regards to not following our outside lunch time rules, ALL outside lunch times will be cancelled until further notice. Please report to the gym or cafeteria during lunch. Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week. Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms is today by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office or make sure the application is postmarked by September 11. Candidates will be notified of the results of the selection committee meeting no later than Friday, October 2 Any High school student interested in joining Student Council please pick up nomination papers from Ms. Sprecher on the bulletin board outside her room. The nomination papers will need to be returned by Monday, Sept. 14. Elections will take place later that week. Word of the Day: Masticate Masticate v. To chew (as in food). To reduce to pulp by crushing, grinding or kneading. “The patient was unwilling to masticate or swallow his food.” Birthdays: Elementary—None H.S./M.S.--None

The Bulldog Block Challenge is still on! the Ithaca Foundation will be hosting a 1 mile fun walk, 5k fun run, or 10 mile biking option, but not in the typical way. It’s not our first choice, but THE GOOD PART IS....You can do it whenever and wherever you would like. We will NOT have a race the morning of the Ithaca Fair, but we still want to safely encourage our community to get out there and be active as a family, all while supporting the Ithaca Foundation. Pre-Register by September 30th, 2020! Read the information and registration form attached.

Thurs, Sept. 10th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 5 Today's schedule for Band and Choir is 6th Grade - Day 1, 7th and 8th Grade - Day 1, and High School - Day 5. Lunch for today: Turkey Wrap, Broccoli & Cauliflower, Pineapple, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week. Reminder to students invited to join NHS this past summer: The deadline for submitting your completed forms is Friday, September 11 by 3:30 pm. Turn your forms in to the office or make sure the application is postmarked by September 11. Candidates will be notified of the results of the selection committee meeting no later than Friday, October 2. Any High school student interested in joining Student Council please pick up nomination papers from Ms. Sprecher on the bulletin board outside her room. The nomination papers will need to be returned by Monday, Sept. 14. Elections will take place later that week. The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing Word of the Day: Didactic Didactic adj. (1) Intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive. (2) In the manner of a teacher, particularly so as to treat someone in a patronizing way. “The didactic speech influenced the weaker members of the audience.” Birthdays Elementary—None H.S./M.S.--None Staff—Brooke Hackl

Wed, Sept. 9th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day Lunch for today: Chicken Salad Sub, Carrots, Mixed Fruit, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week. The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing Word of the Day: Decadent Decadent n. A person who is luxuriously self-indulgent. (adj.) Characterized by or reflecting a state of decay or cultural decline, as in being self-indulgent or morally corrupt. Birthdays: Elementary—Emelia Dickey H.S./M.S.—Delaney Brown

Tuesday, Sept. 8th, 2020 Today is a Day 1 Elementary is a Day 4 Today's schedule for Band and Choir Students is: 6th Grade - Day 2, 7 and 8th Grade - Day 4, and High School - Day 4. Lunch for today: Ham Wrap, Pickles, String Cheese, Applesauce, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Please finalize any schedule changes for the semester with Ms. Bevan by the end of this week. The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing Birthdays: Elementary—none H.S./M.S.—Carson Welte

Fri, Sept. 4th, 2020 Today is a Day 2 Elementary is a Day 3 Today's schedule for Band and Choir Students is: 6th Grade - Day 1, 7 and 8th Grade - Day 3, and High School - Day 3. Lunch for today: Turkey Sandwich, Fresh Vegetables, Fresh Peach, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. There is going to be a Football Booster Club meeting on Monday September 7th at 7:00 pm by the football field for anyone that wants to attend. The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing Word of the Day: Agnostic Agnostic n. A person who believes that nothing is known or can be known of the existence or nature of God or of anything beyond material phenomena. Birthdays Elementary—Croy Calhoon and Alyssa Olson H.S./M.S.—On Saturday, Sammy Clary Staff—on Sunday, Mrs. Deb Manning

The Wisconsin Department of Instruction (DPI) has released further information explaining the food service program that will allow for ALL students access to FREE meals whether virtual or in-person and to include our all virtual days on Wednesday. Please refer to earlier messages for forms and applications. They are also available on our News tab under 2020-2021 Food Service Program.

Please carefully read this letter from Mrs. Prouty regarding the Food Service Program funded by the USDA. There are specific instructions to receive this benefit offered to ALL students and families. The link to the letter has important links embedded in it to complete each required step. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Avo1T_F90Ykn75Eeh9zb4ksoIzxXryZXQc-3aVgMvtI/edit?usp=sharing

The Curriculum Committee meeting that was scheduled for tonight at 5:30 in the LMC is cancelled. Thank you.

The Ithaca district is looking for a Social Emotional Learning Coach. The SEL coach would work 4 hours per day for 30 weeks. Candidates must have a Human Development Degree. We will hire an SEL coach to help us implement SEL in our classes and integrate it into the curriculum to add or increase SEL in all areas. To apply for this position or learn more visit the WECAN website or call the district and ask for Brooke Hackl at 608-585-2512 to join the Ithaca Team!

The Ithaca School District is looking for a part time janitor (a temporary position), You will work around 25 hours per week. The starting pay is $11.50/hour. The hours would vary, with most being on the PM shift, This position does not offer benefits. To apply for this position visit the WECAN website, or call the district and ask for Brooke Hackl at 608-585-2512 to join the Ithaca Team!

Wed, Sept. 2nd, 2020 Lunch for today: Ham Wrap, Pickles, Tropical Fruit Cup, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Welcome back to school!!! FCCLA will have its first meeting this Thursday after school on the patio. All High school students interested in joining or curious what FCCLA is all about, join us for a quick snack and meeting. If you are interested in joining and are unable to attend, please let Ms. Sprecher know. See you Thursday! The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters will hold a meeting today at 6:30 pm on the back patio of the High School. All interested in helping support our volleyball program at all levels is invited to come. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, please contact Juli Thompson. Attention anyone interested in playing high school volleyball this fall: There will be team and individual pictures today after school starting at 3:45. You must enter through the main high school entrance and wear a mask. Jerseys will be handed out tonight for pictures. The Ithaca Fair is still on! Check out the Ithaca Fair Facebook page for the Fair Entry Book. We are asking that DIORAMAS be entered in picture only to avoid excessive touching. You may take up to 10 photos of your diorama and display in a book or on a piece of tagboard for example. Also, if you plan on selling pigs in our auction, get your rope test results to Mr. Favreau ASAP. Any questions on the livestock show can be directed to Mr. Jim Favreau. Questions on FairEntry can be directed to Mrs. Jill Plonka. http://www.fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/14844 Link to fairbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yHnoodIm2VYWW41VrN3MemA1XStylMtD/view?usp=sharing Word of the Day: Pundit Pundit n. 1. Somebody who expresses an opinion: somebody who acts as a critic or authority on a particular subject, especially in the media. “The election results threw the political pundits into confusion.” 2. Somebody wise: somebody with knowledge and wisdom. Birthdays Elementary— none H.S./M.S.—Emma Schoen

From Mr. Lechnir: For the first two weeks we will be using this schedule. Your 1st hour teacher is leading the 1 hr delay, so you should log in with the 1st hr teacher. ON WEDNESDAY's the schedule differes (see below the first schedule) There have been some "expected" hiccups with some of the teachers getting into the zoom part of their class for the virtual students. W hope to have these cleaned up quickly. Also virtual students do not need to log into any study halls unless they have questions for their study hall instructor.

From Mrs. Prouty: Happy First Day of School!! I am a yellow! See our chart below, used today will all Middle and High school students. I am very happy to announce that the USDA has approved free lunch and breakfast for all students. We still need your applications for free and reduced lunch for every family, but all will be given free food. Soon, probably tomorrow, we will send out the information about how to order for your children 18 and under, on the virtual days. I had previously sent out a survey, which is now closed, for this week's food. If you filled that survey out, Annette Louis is sending food home with your children today (for Wed.) and has arranged for the 100% virtual students' food to be picked up. (Please note this is a very small number of families- only about 20, so you are probably not getting the extra food today or tomorrow. If this is a hardship for your family, please let me know by contacting me via email.) We have already had many glitches, errors, and mistakes. (And it is only 11:00!) Thanks to all of our families that let us know things did not go well; we are working on it. But, we are all HERE, in some way or another, trying our best. Tomorrow will be a learning day for everyone, but with grace and patience, we will all get better at this new way of learning.

Tuesday, Sept. 1st, 2020 Lunch for today: Turkey Sub, Carrots & Dip, Pear Cup, Milk NOTICE TO THOSE ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCHES LAST YEAR: You have through Thursday Oct. 1st to re-apply for the program. If you have not applied by Oct. 1st, it will be assumed you plan on paying the lunch fee starting Friday Oct. 2nd. If you were on reduced lunches last year, you may have the reduced price of $.40 per day or $2.00 per week and reapply, also. Welcome back to school!!! FCCLA will have its first meeting this Thursday after school on the patio. All High school students interested in joining or curious what FCCLA is all about, join us for a quick snack and meeting. If you are interested in joining and are unable to attend, please let Ms. Sprecher know. See you Thursday! The Ithaca Volleyball Boosters will hold a meeting this Wednesday, September 2nd at 6:30pm on the back patio of the High School. All interested in helping support our volleyball program at all levels is invited to come. If you prefer to attend via Zoom, please contact Juli Thompson. Attention anyone interested in playing high school volleyball this fall: There will be team and individual pictures this Wednesday after school starting at 3:45. You must enter through the main high school entrance and wear a mask. Jerseys will be handed out that night. Birthdays: Elementary—Nolan Parduhn H.S./M.S.—Branson Smith

Students and families who picked up Chromebooks in the spring that still have them MUST send them to school with your students tomorrow for the first day of school. They will be needed! Bring a charger, too. There won't be enough to go around if you don't bring it with you.