FairEntry is open for the Ithaca Fair! We've added several "fair themed" classes this year. Note: Following the Richland Co. Fair, no lactating dairy cattle will be shown this year due to the avian flu strain found in dairy herds across the country. Events listed on the first page are still pending while we are still organizing.
Use the Ithaca Fair FB page, our school website link or article on our "News" page for information!
Picture day is here! (tomorrow)
School picture day is scheduled for Tue, Sep 10, 2024, from 7:00—11:00 AM
Retakes are scheduled for Tue, Oct 08, 2024, from 9:00—10:30 AM
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Sept 9, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today: First Choice - Cheeseburger on Whole Grain Bun; Second Choice - Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap; Marinated Vegetable Salad, Peaches, Salad Bar, Milk
From Mr. Herbst:
Going to class prepared is an expectation of students, just as going to work prepared is an expectation of adults. In our three days of school last week, there were excessive requests from students to go to their respective cars because they forgot something. I have instructed the school secretaries to deny these requests, so be responsible and gather what is necessary from your vehicle before entering the building. Thank you, young adults.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
There will be a senior class meeting today during ATTACK in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room.
From Mr. Nee and Ms. Sprecher:
There will be a sophomore class meeting today during ATTACK in Mr. Nee’s room.
From Mr. Kelly:
Football players meet in my room today after school.
From Mr. Klang:
There will be a Junior Class Meeting in Mr.Fetterly’s room during ATTACK today.
From Ms. Sprecher:
There will be an HS FFA meeting on Tue, Sept 10, during ATTACK in Ms. Sprecher’s room.
From Mr. Herbst:
Picture day is tomorrow, Tue, Sept 10. Flyers have been distributed. Listen for announcements on Tuesday.
From PTSO:
Our first PTSO meeting of the year will be Tue, Sept 10 at 3:30 pm in room 103. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Please come out to support the High School Girls' and Boys' Basketball teams when they host a Culver’s Share Night on Wed, Sept 11 from 4-8 PM at the Richland Center Culver’s.
From Mrs. Kershner and Mrs. Wipperfurth:
There will be a Kick-off meeting for any 9th-11th grade students who are interested in being a mentor for the RISE program. Returning mentor students are encouraged and new mentor students are welcome! This will be held Wed, Sept 11 during ATTACK. We will meet in Mr. Nee’s classroom. We hope to see you then!
From the Ithaca Music Boosters:
There will be a meeting this Wednesday, Sept 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the band room. We’ll discuss Homecoming plans and fundraising for the year. Families with students in all grade levels from K-12 are welcome to attend!
From Mrs. Zorea:
There will be a meeting for the current NHS on Thu, Sept 12 during Attack in the LMC.
From Mrs. Zorea:
The deadline to submit your NHS application has been extended for one week. Scholars who are eligible to apply for membership in the National Honor Society received an application in the mail over the summer. A digital application was also emailed to your school address today. Please return your applications to Mrs. Zorea in the Library, or to the school office to be placed in her mailbox by Fri, Sept 13.
From Ithaca Football:
Youth football will start next Monday September 16th 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.
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:
Memento: a synonym of souvenir; it refers to something that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or thing. The box on the shelf in her closet is filled with mementos of her basketball career—awards, newspaper clippings, team photographs, and her old uniform.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY:
On September 9, 1776, the Continental Congress formally declares the name of the new nation to be the “United States” of America. This replaced the term “United Colonies,” which had been in general use.
BIRTHDAYS:
Elementary - Saturday Evelyn Plowman; Emelia Dickey, Piper Glazener; Middle School - none; High School - Sunday Isabella Faber; Faculty & Staff - none
More Richland County Fair events today! Ithaca students, staff, and community members will be all over with exhibits, dairy show, food stands (food, food, food!), pedal pull, youth agriculture events, and of course the meat animal sale. Something for everyone!
Hit the Richland County fair this weekend!There's no school today so our students, staff, and community members can enjoy the fair. Many are exhibitors! Catch the exhibitors and action this weekend and don't forget the meat sale!
The rain isn’t stopping Ithaca kindergarteners from having some fun!
Would you like to be a part of Ithaca Education? The Ithaca district is looking to hire bus drivers. Email Brook Hackl for more information brooke.hackl@ithaca.k12.wi.us or call Ithaca at 608-585-2512 to become part of the Ithaca TEAM!
Adam Hess here, if you follow me on Facebook or listen to me on the radio then you know I fancy myself as somewhat of a HOME CHEF, a food connoisseur, and a bit of an amateur food reviewer. I never thought I would be compelled to review a school lunch, yet here we are at Ithaca. Today's lunch was billed as "Orange Chicken Bowl with Brown Rice and Asian Vegetable Blend" and "coleslaw" but it was SOOO much more. Julie Severance brought together a homemade orange sauce recipe, brown rice, and Asian vegetables with a simply delectable coleslaw, authored by Marla Smith. The homemade taste (because it WAS) of this meal was deliberate, bold, and most of all DELICIOUS! The orange chicken was tender, the veggies snapped with a slight crunch, the peppers melted their way into my palate, and the sauce settled onto the taste buds and said WELCOME HOME. The coleslaw married creaminess and crispness into a PERFECT union for one of the best coleslaw I have indulged in for quite some time. All that AND a salad bar sourcing LOCAL foods and rivaling a restaurant. After a lunch like that all I have to say is......WHAT'S FOR DINNER?
Here is a quick reminder. There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Friday, at Ithaca.
Aquí hay un recordatorio rápido. NO HABRÁ CLASES mañana viernes en Ithaca.
Hey community members, do you want to be in THE KNOW at Ithaca? Sign up (with your email address) to get press releases and information concerning the Ithaca District. Simply click on the LINK and fill out the form. https://forms.gle/UmotcD1BRrqf89GV9
It's Richland County Fair time! Ithaca Public Schools will be well-represented by our many students and community members who show, work, and volunteer at the fair. Check out their website for details
https://fair.co.richland.wi.us/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFByh5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbfrSbbub8m3eY2G5vgKyAx0BjIEhYKy23J8ceH_79bF-k2zaF6lPk_HUw_aem_kdmVem4Z3NQ5VwyBWJ1hfQ
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thu Sept 5, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today: First Choice: Orange chicken bowl w/ brown rice; Second Choice: Turkey & Swiss on WG bread; Coleslaw, pineapple, salad bar, milk
From Mrs. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer:
There will be a Sources of Strength meeting in the LMC Thursday, Sept. 5th, during ATTACK. Current Middle and High School Peer Leaders and those interested in learning more about Sources of Strength are invited to meet at that time.
From Mrs. Deitelhoff and Mrs. Stellner:
There will be a senior class meeting on Monday September 9th, during ATTACK in Mrs. Deitelhoff’s room.
From Mr. Herbst:
Picture day is Tue, Sept 10. Flyers will be distributed when received from Lifetouch.
From PTSO:
Our first PTSO meeting of the year will be September 10 at 3:30 pm in room 103. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Please come out to support the High School Girls' and Boys' Basketball teams when they host a Culver’s Share Night on Wednesday, September 11th from 4-8 PM at the Richland Center Culver’s.
From the Ithaca Music Boosters:
There will be a meeting next Wednesday, Sept 11th at 6:00pm in the band room. We’ll discuss Homecoming plans and fundraising for the year. Families with students in all grade levels from K-12 are welcome to attend!
From Mrs. Zorea:
The deadline to submit your NHS application has been extended for one week. Scholars who are eligible to apply for membership in National Honor Society received an application in the mail over the summer. A digital application was also emailed to your school address today. Please return your applications to Mrs. Zorea in the Library, or to the school office to be placed in her mailbox by Friday, September 13th.
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.
From Mrs. Kershner:
Youth Apprenticeship Students- Please check your school email in regards to the Youth Apprenticeship Program. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kershner.
Also, if you are a Junior or Senior wanting to know more about the Youth Apprenticeship Program, please stop in Mrs. Kershner’s office. Thank you.
From Mrs. Stellner:
The weight room will be open Friday morning from 6 am to 7:20 am.
BIRTHDAYS: Elementary - none; Middle School - Odin Alexander; High School - Sam Clary; Faculty & Staff - none
School is back in session, and Ithaca Bulldogs are starting strong by finding books they love.
Quotes from our 1st grade students.
"My favorite part about the library is all the books!"
"Checking out books is my favorite part of Library class!
Ithaca is looking for donations for our "Blessing in a Bag". "Blessing in a Bag" is part of the Bulldog Boutique, and our goal is to send snacks or small lunches home with students in need, for the weekend. We would be SO appreciative of donations of non- perishable food. Some ideas are: Granola bars (no nuts) cereal bars, single-serving oatmeal and cereals, fruit cups, raisins, applesauce (squeeze or cups), cheese crackers (no peanut butter please), goldfish crackers, graham crackers, fruit snacks, beef jerky sticks, pop-top ravioli or spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, chicken noodle or tomato soup, ramen noodles, fruit juice boxes, small bottles of water and more.
Remember we ask PLEASE NO PEANUT BUTTER AND NO ITEMS REQUIRING REFRIGERATION. We could also use resealable, gallon storage bags (Ziplock style, any brand will work fine) to store the food in.
The BLESSING IN A BAG will be handed out, discreetly, on Friday afternoons. Your generosity and kindness is so appreciated!
What's for lunch at Ithaca you ask? Local beef and bean nachos! The fabulous salad bar is back! Although the lunch line might "look" different, we're serving up the famous salad bar. Helping our youngest Bulldogs navigate the line, the experienced older students worked to help them make colorful and delicious choices.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed Sept 4, 2024 - Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today: First Choice - Beef & Bean Nachos with WG tortilla chips, Second Choice - Cheddarwurst or Polish sausage with WG bun; Corn, fresh cantaloupe
From Mrs. Thompson:
There will be a Freshmen Class Meeting in Mrs.Stellner’s room during 4th hour Today, Sept. 4th.
From Mrs. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer:
There will be a Sources of Strength meeting in the LMC Thursday, Sept. 5th, during ATTACK. Current Middle and High School Peer Leaders and those interested in learning more about Sources of Strength are invited to meet at that time.
From Mr. Herbst:
Picture day is Tue, Sept 10. Flyers will be distributed when received from Lifetouch.
From PTSO:
Our first PTSO meeting of the year will be September 10 at 3:30 pm in room 103. We hope to see you there!
From Mrs. Zorea:
Scholars who are eligible to apply for membership in National Honor Society received an application in the mail over the summer. A digital application was also emailed to your school address today. Please return your applications to Mrs. Zorea in the Library, or to the school office to be placed in her mailbox by Friday, September 6th.
From Mrs. Kershner:
Youth Apprenticeship Students- Please check your school email in regards to the Youth Apprenticeship Program. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kershner
Also, if you are a Junior or Senior wanting to know more about the Youth Apprenticeship Program, please stop in Mrs. Kershner’s office. Thank you.
From Mrs. Stellner:
The weight room will be open Friday morning from 6 am to 7:20 am.
WORD OF THE DAY:
Ensconced: Someone or something ensconced is firmly placed or hidden. Ensconce can be a synonym of shelter and conceal, or of establish and settle.
The sculpture is safely ensconced behind glass.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY:
On September 4, 1886, Apache leader Geronimo surrenders to U.S. government troops. For 30 years, the Native American warrior had battled to protect his tribe’s homeland; however, by 1886 the Apaches were exhausted and outnumbered. General Nelson Miles accepted Geronimo’s surrender, making him the last Native American warrior to formally give in to U.S. forces and signaling the end of the Indian Wars in the Southwest.
BIRTHDAYS: Elementary - Croy Calhoon; Middle School - none; High School - Alyssa Olson; Faculty & Staff - none
Food allergies need a serious discussion! Please read the following information from Nurse Wilson.
¡Las alergias alimentarias necesitan una discusión seria! Por favor lea la siguiente información.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u-MEnn-IvWjL2-zuz2oT3NYUK-BuZ57_JmrZ3waX2W4/edit
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rx0Li8sdTixX445_YxLKkG3BFiBsjHUk7J6vGy6hBVQ/edit
The famous Ithaca PTSO Popcorn Fridays are back for the 2024-25 school year. Thanks to their generosity, various groups will host the sponsored Popcorn Fridays. Keep an eye open here as reminders come out. The first Popcorn Friday will be September 20th, hosted by and benefitting the 2nd Grade.
WELCOME BACK!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue, Sept 03, 2024 Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today: First Choice - Hot Ham & Cheese w/WG bun; Second Choice - Parmesan Chicken Caesar Wrap; Baby carrots, dill dip, watermelon
From Mr. Herbst:
High School and Middle School will run a regular bell schedule today; however, Mr. Herbst will meet with each class throughout the day per the chart below. Students should report to their assigned classes at the beginning of each period; teachers will take attendance and then release students to the band room.
From Mr. Klang:
There will be a Junior Class Meeting in Mr.Fetterly’s room during ATTACK Today, Sept. 3rd.
From Mr. Herbst:
Picture day is Tuesday, September 10. Flyers will be distributed when received from Lifetouch.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Scholars who are eligible to apply for membership in National Honor Society received an application in the mail over the summer. A digital application was also emailed to your school address today. Please return your applications to Mrs. Zorea in the Library, or to the school office to be placed in her mailbox by Friday, September 6th.
BIRTHDAYS: none
Soak up the last day of summer! Ithaca Public Schools welcomes students back to start the 2024-25 school year on Tuesday, September 3rd. See all you Bulldogs tomorrow!
