Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Dec 9, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: BBQ Meatball bowl (meatballs, mashed potatoes, corn), Second Choice: Turkey & Cheese sub (cold)
From Music Boosters:
The winners of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle for the weekend and today are: December 7th is AJ Fowell, December 8th is Jason Dobbs, December 9th is Becca Keller. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Mrs. Behrens:
The Winter Band and Choir Concert for Grades 6 - 12 students is tonight, December 9, at 7:00 pm in the HS Gym. Band and Choir Students: We will be setting the gym up at 5:30 pm. If you are able to come at that time and help, we would appreciate it. Warm-up times for the band students tonight are: 6th Grade - 6:20 pm, 7th & 8th Grade - 6:30 pm, and High School - 6:45 pm. Warm-up times for choir students tonight are: High School - 6:20 pm, and 6th through 8th Grade - 6:45 pm.
From NHS and FBLA:
As December approaches the weather gets colder and families are in need of winter gear! This year, NHS and FBLA have partnered together to hold a Winter Apparel Drive! From December 2-13 boxes will be placed in the commons for donations. Please drop off any cold weather clothing, including coats, socks, underwear, gloves, and mittens, as we are in need of all types of gear. Thank you!
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
It’s December! It’s time for our annual Student Council Holiday Door Decorating contest! If you are participating…all doors (including class gym doors) must be decorated by Friday, December 13. Feel free to decorate your locker too! If you need any decorating supplies please see Mrs. Kershner or Ms. Jones.
Also, the Student Council Holiday food drive will kick off the week of Dec 16-Dec 20….get ready for some fun competition…more info to come!
From 4-H:
The December meeting of the Ithaca Happy Hour 4-H Club will be next Sunday, December 15, at 6 PM in the Willow Valley Church basement. We will do a gift exchange - bring a gift valued at up to $20 suitable for anyone. Bring a holiday treat or snack to share. Cloverbuds who would like to participate in the gift exchange are welcome to come as well! For more information check out the Ithaca Happy Hour Facebook page.
Word of the Day:
Fulgent (FULL-jint): a formal, poetic word used to describe something that is dazzlingly bright. It is a synonym of radiant. After a long, drizzly morning, a fulgent sun finally peeked out from behind the clouds.
This Day in History:
December 9, 1965, the animated special A Charlie Brown Christmas, featuring characters from Charles Schulz's popular Peanuts comic strip, first aired on American television, and it became a holiday classic.
From Mr. Herbst:
We will continue to announce birthdays at the beginning of the school day; however, they will no longer be listed on the announcements that are sent to the general public.
From Mr. Herbst:
Parents/guardians are informed of field trips via permission slips. Unlike an athletic event or music concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District's website.
On the 5th Graders' 2nd Day of Kindness, your students gave to you.... write down two inspirational quotes to hang up in the hallways! What are you doing to spread kindness this season?
Congratulations to Ithaca's Sammy Clary on scoring the 1000th point of his career in a recent game. Sammy joins the elite "Ithaca 1000 point club"!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Fri, Dec 6, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Scalloped potatoes and ham, Second Choice: Bratwurst
From Music Boosters:
The December 6th winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle is Randy and Shelly Schmidt. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From NHS and FBLA:
As December approaches the weather gets colder and families are in need of winter gear! This year, NHS and FBLA have partnered together to hold a Winter Apparel Drive! From December 2-13 boxes will be placed in the commons for donations. Please drop off any cold weather clothing, including coats, socks, underwear, gloves, and mittens, as we are in need of all types of gear. Thank you!
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Friday, December 6th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room.
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus free hot cocoa!! Our annual Gingerbread House Fun Night will be Friday, December 6 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. Judging will be at 7:15 p.m. and prizes will be awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. See the fliers or the PTSO facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Youth (1st -5th grade) boys' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the Community Gym this Saturday, December 7th.
Youth (1st -5th grade) girls' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the High School Gym this Saturday, December 7th.
There will be a middle school girls' basketball open gym this Saturday, December 7th from 9:00AM to 10:30AM in the High School Gym.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
It’s December! It’s time for our annual Student Council Holiday Door Decorating contest! If you are participating…all doors (including class gym doors) must be decorated by Friday, December 13. Feel free to decorate your locker too! If you need any decorating supplies please see Mrs. Kershner or Ms. Jones. Let us deck the halls- fa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la!
Word of the Day:
Scuttle: to run with quick, hasty steps A crab scuttled under a rock as we passed by.
This Day in History:
On December 6, 1884, workers placed a nine-inch aluminum pyramid atop a tower of white marble, completing the construction of an impressive monument in honor of the nation’s first president, George Washington. The Washington monument is visited by more than 800,000 people each year.
From Mr. Herbst:
We will continue to announce birthdays at the beginning of the school day; however, they will no longer be listed on the announcements that are sent to the general public.
From Mr. Herbst:
Parents/guardians are informed of field trips via permission slips. Unlike an athletic event or music concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District's website.
"I won't ask for much this Christmas. I won't even ask for snow...." But many of the Ithaca Music Department supporters want to win in the Ithaca Music Boosters calendar raffle. The December 6th winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle is Randy and Shelly Schmidt. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
5th graders have started their 12 Days of Kindness Challenge!
Each day the students will have a new challenge to complete to spread Joy and Kindness throughout the Ithaca community and school!
Day 1: send a card to a military member
**If you would like to also send a card, the address to send it to is in the pictures.
Good luck to the Ithaca-Weston High School wrestling team as they kick of their season tonight. Action starts at Mauston High School at 5:15 p.m. with a quad against Mauston, New Lisbon, and Westby.
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow..... in winnings. Congratulations to Laura Pyfferoen, the winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters Calendar raffle for December 5th. Thank you to all who support Ithaca Musicians and our Music Department.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thu, Dec 5, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Grilled Cheese, Second Choice: Grilled Ham & Cheese
From Music Boosters:
The December 5th winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle is Laura Pyfferoen. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Mr. Kelly:
Please dismiss the wrestling team today at 3:00. Thursday, December 5th.
From NHS and FBLA:
As December approaches the weather gets colder and families are in need of winter gear! This year, NHS and FBLA have partnered together to hold a Winter Apparel Drive! From December 2-13 boxes will be placed in the commons for donations. Please drop off any cold weather clothing, including coats, socks, underwear, gloves, and mittens, as we are in need of all types of gear. Thank you!
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
It’s December! It’s time for our annual Student Council Holiday Door Decorating contest! If you are participating…all doors must be decorated by Friday, December 13. Feel free to decorate your locker too! If you need any decorating supplies please see Mrs. Kershner or Ms. Jones. Let us deck the halls- fa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la!
From Mrs. Kershner:
High School RISE mentors- you will meet Thursday, Dec 5 with your little Bulldog. Please meet in the LMC for a fun winter project!
From Mrs. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer:
Sources of Strength will meet Thursday, December 5th, during ATTACK in the Library.
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Friday, December 6th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room.
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus free hot cocoa!! Our annual Gingerbread House Fun Night will be Friday, December 6 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. Judging will be at 7:15 p.m. and prizes will be awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. See the fliers or the PTSO facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Youth (1st -5th grade) boys' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the Community Gym this Saturday, December 7th. Youth (1st -5th grade) girls' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the High School Gym this Saturday, December 7th. There will be a middle school girls' basketball open gym this Saturday, December 7th from 9:00AM to 10:30AM in the High School Gym.
Word of the Day:
Drub: to defeat a team or individual decisively in a game. Morale after the game was low: the hometown team had been drubbed by the worst team in the league.
This Day in History:
2017: The International Olympic Committee banned Russia from the 2018 Winter Games in South Korea, after uncovering a Russian state-sponsored doping program.
From Mr. Herbst:
We will continue to announce birthdays at the beginning of the school day; however, they will no longer be listed on the announcements that are sent to the general public.
From Mr. Herbst:
Parents/guardians are informed of field trips via permission slips. Unlike an athletic event or music concert, field trips are not open invitations for the general public to attend. Therefore, as a safety precaution, field trips will no longer be listed on the calendar on the District's website.
The wrestling meet tomorrow (Thursday, Dec 5) is at Mauston.
There was incorrect information stating the meet would be held at a different school. The meet tomorrow is at Mauston.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Dec 4, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Ground Beef Nachos with Queso, Second Choice: Chicken Caesar Wrap (cold)
From Music Boosters:
The December 4th winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle is Brenda Olson. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Mr. Klang:
There will be a Junior Class Meeting in Mr.Fetterly’s room during ATTACK Today, December 4th.
From Ms. Sprecher:
Today the WI State FFA Section 4 Officer is here to visit our chapter. MS students that are interested in meeting with the state officer should go to their 1st hour class for attendance and lunch count and then come to Ms. Sprecher’s room. High school students may come down during their study halls. Officers and Chairman will meet in Ms. Sprecher’s room during lunch for pizza and refreshments.
From NHS and FBLA:
As December approaches the weather gets colder and families are in need of winter gear! This year, NHS and FBLA have partnered together to hold a Winter Apparel Drive! From December 2-13 boxes will be placed in the commons for donations. Please drop off any cold weather clothing, including coats, socks, underwear, gloves, and mittens, as we are in need of all types of gear. Thank you!
From Mr. Nee and Mrs. Sprecher:
Sophomore class meeting today, Wednesday during ATTACK in Mrs. Sprecher’s Room.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
There will be a Culvers Share Night Wednesday, Dec 4th from 4-8pm. Please dine-in or drive-thru for a delicious Butterburger and more! Proceeds that evening will go to the Ithaca High School Student Council. These funds help support our school dances, scholarships, student events and more! We greatly appreciate your support!
It’s December! It’s time for our annual Student Council Holiday Door Decorating contest! If you are participating…all doors must be decorated by Friday, December 13. Feel free to decorate your locker too! If you need any decorating supplies please see Mrs. Kershner or Ms. Jones. Let us deck the halls- fa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la!
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this coming Wednesday, December 4. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 4K class!
From Ithaca-Weston Wrestling:
Explore wrestling! Build confidence, gain quickness and strength, and find a sport you will enjoy! All elementary students pre-K through 5th grade are invited to sign up for Ithaca-Weston Youth Wrestling on Thursday, Dec 5th beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Weston Cafeteria, families can register for this season's youth wrestling program. Practices will begin on December 9th, with days and times determined by age. NO FEE FOR REGISTRATION! Girls and boys are invited to explore this rapidly growing sport. Give wrestling a try and have fun! Questions can be directed to Cody at (608)-963-8943 or Steve at (608)-604-2414.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA will gather Thursday, Dec 5. We will meet for breakfast and an encouraging devotion at 7am. Join us…all are welcome!
High School RISE mentors- you will meet Thursday, Dec 5 with your little Bulldog. Please meet in the LMC for a fun winter project!
From Mrs. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer:
Sources of Strength will meet Thursday, December 5th, during ATTACK in the Library.
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Friday, December 6th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room.
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus free hot cocoa!! Our annual Gingerbread House Fun Night will be Friday, December 6 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. Judging will be at 7:15 p.m. and prizes will be awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. See the fliers or the PTSO Facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Youth (1st -5th grade) boys' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the Community Gym this Saturday, December 7th. Youth (1st -5th grade) girls' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the High School Gym this Saturday, December 7th. There will be a middle school girls' basketball open gym this Saturday, December 7th from 9:00AM to 10:30AM in the High School Gym.
From PTSO:
We still have the following RR1 flavors available for $10 each: butter microwave, kettle corn microwave, caramel sea salt, cheddar cheese, jalapeno cheddar, and white cheddar, or white gold for $12. If you are interested please reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Word of the Day:
Askance: with suspicion, mistrust, or disapproval Jennie looked askance at the stranger lurking outside.
This Day in History:
In 1996, The unmanned space vehicle Mars Pathfinder was launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, in order to explore the surface of Mars.
Baby it's cold outside! But some winnings will warm you up. Congratulations to the December 4th winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle, Brenda Olson. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
There will be a Culvers Share Night tonight, Dec 4th from 4-8pm. Please dine-in or drive-thru for a delicious Butterburger and more! Proceeds that evening will go to the Ithaca High School Student Council. These funds help support our school dances, scholarships, student events and more! We greatly appreciate your support!
Julie and Marla are ready for the day! They will also get your students ready for the day with a GREAT breakfast!
Jingle Bells! Jingle all the way! The December 3rd winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle is Rick Manning. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue, Dec 3, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Fish Sandwich, Second Choice: Ravioli
From Music Boosters:
The December 3rd winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle is Rick Manning. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
Attention Middle School Student Council: There will be a meeting on Tuesday Dec. 3 during attack In Mrs. Brewer’s 2nd grade room. Be prepared to discuss December activities. Bring your folders, notebooks and ideas.
From NHS and FBLA:
As December approaches the weather gets colder and families are in need of winter gear! This year, NHS and FBLA have partnered together to hold a Winter Apparel Drive! From December 2-13 boxes will be placed in the commons for donations. Please drop off any cold weather clothing, including coats, socks, underwear, gloves, and mittens, as we are in need of all types of gear. Thank you!
From Mrs. Burnley:
There will be an FBLA meeting today, Tuesday Dec. 3, during attack In Mrs. Burnley’s room. If you have not paid your $20 dues yet, please bring it to the meeting. Be prepared to tell Mrs. Burnley your final decision for your FBLA event if you have not already. This will be the last meeting of the calendar year, so attendance is very important.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
There will be a Culvers Share Night Wednesday, Dec 4th from 4-8pm. Please dine-in or drive-thru for a delicious Butterburger and more! Proceeds that evening will go to the Ithaca High School Student Council. These funds help support our school dances, scholarships, student events and more! We greatly appreciate your support!
It’s December! It’s time for our annual Student Council Holiday Door Decorating contest! If you are participating…all doors must be decorated by Friday, December 13. Feel free to decorate your locker too! If you need any decorating supplies please see Mrs. Kershner or Ms. Jones. Let us deck the halls- fa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la!
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this coming Wednesday, December 4. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle School and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 4K class!
From Ithaca-Weston Wrestling:
Explore wrestling! Build confidence, gain quickness and strength, and find a sport you will enjoy! All elementary students pre-K through 5th grade are invited to sign up for Ithaca-Weston Youth Wrestling on Thursday, Dec 5th beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Weston Cafeteria, families can register for this season's youth wrestling program. Practices will begin on December 9th, with days and times determined by age. NO FEE FOR REGISTRATION! Girls and boys are invited to explore this rapidly growing sport. Give wrestling a try and have fun! Questions can be directed to Cody at (608)-963-8943 or Steve at (608)-604-2414.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA will gather Thursday, Dec 5. We will meet for breakfast and an encouraging devotion at 7am. Join us…all are welcome!
High School RISE mentors- you will meet Thursday, Dec 5 with your little Bulldog. Please meet in the LMC for a fun winter project!
From Mrs. Stellner and Mrs. Pluemer:
Sources of Strength will meet Thursday, December 5th, during ATTACK in the Library.
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Friday, December 6th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room.
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus free hot cocoa!! Our annual Gingerbread House Fun Night will be Friday, December 6 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. Judging will be at 7:15 p.m. and prizes will be awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. See the fliers or the PTSO Facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Klang:
Youth (1st -5th grade) boys' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the Community Gym this Saturday, December 7th.
Youth (1st -5th grade) girls' basketball practice will be 8AM – 9AM in the High School Gym this Saturday, December 7th.
There will be a middle school girls' basketball open gym this Saturday, December 7th from 9:00AM to 10:30AM in the High School Gym.
From PTSO:
The following RR1 flavors available for $10 each: butter microwave, kettle corn microwave, caramel sea salt, cheddar cheese, jalapeno cheddar, and white cheddar, and white gold for $12. Reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Word of the Day:
Eschew (ess-CHOO) to avoid something because you do not think it is right, proper, or practical.
This Day in History:
On December 3, 1967, a 53-year-old man received the first human heart transplant at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. The recipient was dying from chronic heart disease and received the transplant from a 25-year-old woman who was fatally injured in a car accident.
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus free hot cocoa!! Our annual Gingerbread House Fun Night will be Friday, December 6 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. Judging will be at 7:15 p.m. and prizes will be awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. See the fliers or the PTSO Facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
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As December approaches the weather gets colder and families are in need of winter gear! This year, NHS and FBLA have partnered together to hold a Winter Apparel Drive! From December 2-13 boxes will be placed in the commons for donations. Please drop off any cold weather clothing, including coats, socks, underwear, gloves, and mittens, as we are in need of all types of gear. Thank you!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Dec 2, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today:
First Choice: Cheeseburger
Second Choice: Hot Dog
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 28th = Jim Spalding, November 29th = Holly Nelson, November 30th = Adam Kirschbaum - Congratulations!
From Music Boosters:
The December 1st winner of the Ithaca Music Boosters 2024 calendar raffle is Kris Fry. The December 2nd winner is Mr. Andresen. Thank you to everyone who supports the Ithaca Music Department and its musicians of all ages.
From Mr. Louis:
The Young Investors Club will meet during lunch in the LMC today, Dec. 2nd. Please go to the front of the lunch line, and all should go to the LMC right away at the start of lunch.
From Mrs. Kershner:
Students who are enrolled for Spring dual credit classes with SWTC- please stop in Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner’s office to register today, Dec 2.
Attention Middle School Student Council: There will be a meeting on Tuesday Dec. 3 during attack In Mrs. Brewer’s 2nd grade room. Be prepared to discuss December activities. Bring your folders, notebooks and ideas.
From Ithaca-Weston Wrestling:
Explore wrestling! Build confidence, gain quickness and strength, and find a sport you will enjoy! All elementary students pre-K through 5th grade are invited to sign up for Ithaca-Weston Youth Wrestling at next week's sign ups. On Monday, Dec 2nd beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Ithaca Elementary Multipurpose Room or on Thursday, Dec 5th beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Weston Cafeteria, families can register for this season's youth wrestling program. Practices will begin on December 9th, with days and times determined by age. NO FEE FOR REGISTRATION! Girls and boys are invited to explore this rapidly growing sport. Give wrestling a try and have fun! Questions can be directed to Cody at (608)-963-8943 or Steve at (608)-604-2414.
From NHS and FBLA:
As December approaches the weather gets colder and families are in need of winter gear! This year, NHS and FBLA have partnered together to hold a Winter Apparel Drive! From December 2-13 boxes will be placed in the commons for donations. Please drop off any cold weather clothing, including coats, socks, underwear, gloves, and mittens, as we are in need of all types of gear. Thank you!
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
There will be a Culvers Share Night Wednesday, Dec 4th from 4-8pm. Please dine-in or drive-thru for a delicious Butterburger and more! Proceeds that evening will go to the Ithaca High School Student Council. These funds help support our school dances, scholarships, student events and more! We greatly appreciate your support!
It’s December! It’s time for our annual Student Council Holiday Door Decorating contest! If you are participating…all doors must be decorated by Friday, December 13. Feel free to decorate your locker too! If you need any decorating supplies please see Mrs. Kershner or Ms. Jones. Let us deck the halls- fa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la!
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this coming Wednesday, Dec 4th. Elementary students, your classroom teacher will take your order and money. Middle and High School students you will be able to purchase yours during breakfast, at the end of your hallways. Cost is $0.50 per bag, limit 2 bags per person. Help support the 4K class!
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA will gather Thursday, Dec 5th. We will meet for breakfast and an encouraging devotion at 7am. Join us. All are welcome!
High School RISE mentors- you will meet Thursday, Dec 5th with your little Bulldog. Please meet in the LMC for a fun winter project!
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Friday, Dec 6th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room.
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus free hot cocoa!! Our annual Gingerbread House Fun Night is Friday, Dec 6th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Commons. Judging will be at 7:15 p.m. and prizes will be awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. See fliers or PTSO Facebook page for more info. Hope to see you there!
From PTSO:
We still have the following RR1 flavors available for $10 each: butter microwave, kettle corn microwave, caramel sea salt, cheddar cheese, jalapeno cheddar, and white cheddar or white gold for $12. Reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Word of the Day:
Frugal: careful about spending money or using things unnecessarily. Frugal can also describe something that is simple and plain in a way that reflects carefulness with money and resources. By being frugal and limiting unnecessary purchases, the family is able to stretch its monthly budget.
This Day in History:
On December 2, 1999, in the journal Nature, scientists announced that they had sequenced the DNA of a human chromosome for the first time. The genetic sequence of chromosome 22 is one of the first major findings of the Human Genome Project, an international scientific effort to decode the instructions for life hidden in our cells.
There will be a Culvers Share Night Wednesday, Dec 4th from 4-8pm. Please dine-in or drive-thru for a delicious Butterburger and more! 10% of the proceeds that evening will go to the Ithaca Student Council. These funds help support our school dances, scholarships, student events and more!
As always, we greatly appreciate your help and support!
Thank you from the Ithaca High School Student Council
