The School District of Ithaca is seeking a full-time Middle and High School Band/Choir Director for the 2024-25 school year (one position). We are seeking an individual who will engage students to be creative and innovative in their musical pursuits, will plan lessons based on the WI Music Standards, and use the standards to assess student learning. Additionally, this person must be able to maintain a safe, respectful classroom and school environment and make a positive and substantial contribution to the school and district. The successful candidate will: • Incorporate differentiated instructional strategies into lesson planning and lesson delivery; • Develop and build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents; • Utilize evidence-based best practices; • Use assessments to plan, monitor, and assess student understanding; • Collaborate with other professionals; • Experience in or an understanding of the PLC process is preferred; and • Experience and/or understanding of RTI is preferred. Co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities may also be available.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree Must possess and maintain or be eligible to hold a current Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction license at the level and the content they are teaching. Compensation & Benefits: The District offers a highly competitive benefits package, including health, dental, long-term disability, and life insurances. Interested candidates should apply by completing a WECAN online application, the online cover letter. Attach a copy of your resume, transcripts, three (3) letters of professional reference and a copy of your current Wisconsin DPI license to your WECAN application. Ithaca School District is a progressive school district located in southwest Wisconsin amidst the beautiful ridges and valleys of Richland County. Ithaca is a community where hometown values and kids come first. Pride runs deep in the souls of our families, students, and staff. Wonderful activities abound in the fields, valleys, woods, and streams through the region.
https://wecan.waspa.org/Vacancy/219180
Here is an informational flyer and letter from Ithaca Superintendent, Mr. Greg Herbst. This literature will also be available on site during our Open House this evening from now until 6 PM.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D5ttArz-wQ8JcbHaiaDwjGkNxeV57KH6/view?usp=sharing
Helping our students get ready for school! Edward Jones did a school supply drive and dropped off supplies for Ithaca today. THANKS!!!!!
With school starting very soon, believe it or not Christmas is around the corner and the Ithaca Elf Shop is busy getting ready for our students to start their holiday shopping for family members. Help our little shop by donating decorative items, wall decor, Christmas decor, household items or those special mementos that mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, caregivers or siblings would love. Donations can be brought to Ithaca School. Any questions feel free to call or email Tina Ramsden at tina.ramsden@ithaca.k12.wi.us
What event brings excitement to every Ithaca alumni and causes thousands to wish they were alumni? Why it's the Ithaca School Fair and Homecoming, of course! There aren't many school fairs left in the state of Wisconsin, but the pride of Ithaca shines through at each school fair and homecoming, and this year is no different. Make plans to attend the 102nd Ithaca School Fair and 2024 Homecoming as we celebrate with the theme, Welcome to the Jungle! Find all your information on our website, or the Ithaca Fair Facebook page. Stay tuned as we highlight upcoming fair and homecoming events that you won't want to miss!
https://www.facebook.com/IthacaFairWI
Are you ready?! Ithaca Public Schools welcomes students and families to Open House Night! Tomorrow, August 27th, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m, meet staff, drop off supplies, complete paperwork, and tour the building as Ithaca Public Schools opens its doors to kick off the 2024-2025 School Year.
Due to extreme heat, Ithaca Middle School Volleyball will not hold practice tonight.
Is the Ithaca Bulldog Childcare Center right for you and your student? Call or email for all the details. 608 459 0163 • lyn.rieder@ithaca.k12.wi.us •
Picture day is almost here!
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
Just about ready for school to start? While our staff ready the buildings and grounds, families are readying their students for the start of the 2024-25 School Year. Uses these supplies lists to make sure you have what you need. If purchasing supplies is a concern for you and your family, contact your student's teacher or principal. Ithaca has resources to assist!
4K-Grade 5 Lists
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1507lrcufUf9pSHK84HaIf88pwXyxnzQaIbIk6J5BTdY/edit?usp=sharing
Grades 6-8 Lists
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lmn8BCZYPYNpbjER5NMFqsZVTrEiM39HsVsTmXqgUQg/edit?usp=sharing
If you are a High School student and have any questions or concerns with your schedule, basic college classes/requirements, academic development or Youth Apprenticeship/School to Work opportunity- stop by to see Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner. They will be available to assist you and provide student support during our OPEN HOUSE on Wednesday, August 28th from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Ithaca Public Schools.
Ithaca Public Schools welcomes students back to start the 2024-25 school year on Tuesday, September 3rd. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we will see all our Bulldogs soon!
Ithaca Middle School Volleyball will have a sign up/open gym on Tuesday (Aug 20) and Thursday Evening (Aug 22) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm in the Community Gym.
Practice will start on Monday, August 26 at 3:30pm until 5:30pm.
Please contact Brooke Hackl if you have any questions or are not able to make an evening to sign up.
Brooke Hackl at brooke.hackl@ithaca.k12.wi.us or 608-585-2512
There is still plenty of summer to enjoy, but mark your calendar! Students and families are welcome to attend Open House Night on Wednesday, August 28th from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Ithaca Public Schools. Families will have the opportunity to meet staff, drop off supplies, and complete or pick up paperwork.
Ithaca needs YOU! We are looking for an Assistant Middle School Football Coach and an Assistant Middle School Volleyball Coach. Please stop by the school and get your application today, application deadline is Monday August 12th by noon. Do you know someone that would be perfect for these positions? Please pass this along!
Ithaca Public Schools Safety Committee continuously strives to improve the safety of our school for our students, staff, and community. Some of our initiatives are arranging CPR certification classes for staff, evaluating and improving emergency drills and exercises, and collaborating with area emergency management organizations. The group meets once a month, typically the third Tuesday each month, after school. If you are a parent or community member interested in being an active committee member, please reach out to Paula Boland paula.boland@ithaca.k12.wi.us, Juli Thompson Juli.Thompson@ithaca.k12.wi.us or your child’s administrator. You may call the school office to leave a message during normal business hours at 608/585-2311. The first meeting of the year will be next Wednesday, July 31st at 3:00 p.m. in the LMC.
El Comité de Seguridad de las Escuelas Públicas de Ithaca se esfuerza continuamente por mejorar la seguridad de nuestra escuela para nuestros estudiantes, personal y comunidad. Algunas de nuestras iniciativas son organizar clases de certificación de RCP para el personal, evaluar y mejorar los simulacros y ejercicios de emergencia, y colaborar con organizaciones de manejo de emergencias del área. El grupo se reúne una vez al mes, generalmente el tercer martes de cada mes, después de la escuela. Si usted es un padre/madre/tutor o miembro de la comunidad interesado en ser un miembro activo del comité, comuníquese con Paula Boland paula.boland@ithaca.k12.wi.us, Juli Thompson Juli.Thompson@ithaca.k12.wi.us con el administrador de su hijo. Puede llamar a la oficina de la escuela para dejar un mensaje durante el horario normal al 608-585-2311. La primera reunión del año será el próximo miércoles 31 de julio a las 15:00 horas en la biblioteca.
Hola!
The School District of Ithaca is seeking a full-time Spanish Teacher for Middle School/High School for the 2024-25 school year.
Candidates should possess a Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Certification (#1365) or equivalent certification that allows them to teach Spanish. The successful candidate will develop and implement a variety of interesting and motivational activities, display strong leadership skills, utilize exemplary classroom management skills, demonstrate excellent oral and written communication abilities, have experience and knowledge of best practices and strong interpersonal skills.
Additionally, this person must be able to maintain a safe, respectful classroom and school environment and make a positive and substantial contribution to the school and district.
You can apply at WECAN or contact brooke.hackl@ithaca.k12.wi.us for more information.
https://wecan.waspa.org/
Our students continue their journey through the greater Washington DC area. Today's multiple posts will look back at their experiences visiting The Declaration of Independence, Capitol Hill, Supreme Court, and Mount Vernon. A few of the pictures in Mount Vernon include: the bed George Washington passed away in and his dining room along with the desk that he had built and corresponded with everyone in our young nation and abroad.
Our students continue their journey through the greater Washington DC area. Today's multiple posts will look back at their experiences visiting The Declaration of Independence, Capitol Hill, Supreme Court, and Mount Vernon. A few of the pictures in Mount Vernon include: the bed George Washington passed away in and his dining room along with the desk that he had built and corresponded with everyone in our young nation and abroad.
