Ithaca School District

Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Monday April 7, 2025 Today is a Day 1 Lunch for today - Choice 1: Grilled Cheese; Choice 2: Grilled Ham and Cheese; Vegetable, fruit, salad bar, and milk Varsity Baseball and Softball will be released today at 2:30 pm; the bus will leave at 2:45. From Coach Hackl: ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOL students Track practice starts today Monday April 7 at 3:30 in the commons. Please have a water bottle and clothes ready for all weather. From Forensics coaches: Five days. Five days until State. Schedule a rehearsal this week or several. Have you been keeping up with emails? Meet tomorrow Apr 8th in the LMC during lunch for a brief meeting. As soon as all are there, we can begin. From PTSO: Our next PTSO meeting will be April 8 at 3:30 pm in Room 103. We hope to see you there! Attention Cloverbuds:. Our next meeting for 2nd grade will be Wednesday, April 16 after school until 5 PM and our next meeting for K-1st grade will be Wednesday, April 30 after school until 5 PM. Permission slips will go home closer to the date. Youth Baseball & Softball (4K-8th): Coaches will be in touch with details on practices and season details soon. Coach Pitch will have games on Sundays at 5 or 6 PM, from June 1 - July 6. Softball will have games on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Baseball on Tuesdays and Thursdays through July. Skills Clinic | April 19 | 11 AM to 2 PM. This event is free to all players in grades 2nd - 8th. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/IYBSskillsclinic From the Class of 2026: The Junior class is excited to bring you a "Night in Hollywood" themed prom held on April 26th from 8-11pm at the White House in Richland Center. Admission is $10. If you are planning on bringing a guest to prom who is not from Ithaca, please sign them up using the form in the office. You must have your guest signed up before 3:30 pm on Tuesday, April 22nd. See you there! From Mrs. Zorea: Want to see your artwork professionally printed? Enter your design to win our school library’s bookmark contest! Students in K-12th grade, and staff, can enter. Entry forms are in the library and entries are due to Mrs. Zorea by April 30. Attention Elementary and Middle School Parents: Order your Elementary/Middle School yearbooks now!. All orders are online only and must be placed by April 13. Cost is $15 to have it delivered to the school and handed out. Estimated delivery date will be May 12, 2025. After April 13 the cost goes up to $24 per book and you will have to pay tax and shipping to have it sent to your home. https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=06DE9DF2-15CC-44DB-A82B-FB9050269E7D 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 3rd grade and Kindergarten learning buddies were challenged to use their imaginations and create whatever they could, with the blocks or Legos given to them. We'd say they did a pretty fantastic job, what do you think?

Sign Up for Free Breakfast and Lunch over the Summer Free lunch and breakfast? YES PLEASE! Free lunch and breakfast will be offered to ANY child 18 and under for the entire summer if we have enough participation; this INCLUDES seniors who are 18 years old. You do not have to attend school or live in the District to receive Ithaca’s free breakfast and lunch! REALLY? YES anyone that can make it to Ithaca to pick up the meals can sign up and best of all (besides being free) there is no paperwork to fill out for income eligibility. Please have your parents fill out the online survey by April 11. To sign up visit: https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us/summer-food Inscríbete para recibir desayuno y almuerzo gratis durante el verano ¿Almuerzo y desayuno gratis? ¡SÍ, POR FAVOR! Se ofrecerá almuerzo y desayuno gratis a cualquier niño menor de 18 años durante todo el verano si contamos con suficiente participación; esto incluye a los estudiantes de último año de 18 años. ¡No es necesario asistir a la escuela ni vivir en el Distrito para recibir el desayuno y almuerzo gratis de Ithaca! ¿EN SERIO? SÍ, cualquiera que pueda ir a Ithaca a recoger las comidas puede inscribirse y, lo mejor de todo (además de ser gratis), no hay que completar ningún formulario para determinar la elegibilidad según los ingresos. Pide a tus padres que completen la encuesta en línea antes del 11 de abril. Para inscribirse, visita: https://www.ithaca.k12.wi.us/summer-food

Good luck to Clayton Lee! Clayton qualified for and will be competing at the Wisconsin State Indoor Track & Field Meet tomorrow hosted by UW-Whitewater. He will be competing in the 1600m run, and live results may be found online at https://uwwtrack.anet.live/meets/45075.

Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: Friday April 4, 2025 Today is a Day 2 Lunch for today - Choice 1: Spaghetti w/ meatballs; Choice 2: Cheese Quesadilla; Vegetable, fruit, salad bar, and milk From PTSO: Today is Popcorn Friday! ATTENTION ALL BULLDOGS: If you have any missing clothing items, please check the huge pile of clothes in the commons and in the K-2 hallway. If any item is not claimed by April 7th they will be placed in the Middle School Student Council Rummage Sale on April 10th. Please claim these items as most of them are name brand and in great condition. From Coach Hackl: ATTENTION MIDDLE SCHOOL students you still have time to sign up for Track on the paper in the office window. Middle School Track practice will start on Monday April 7 at 3:30 in the commons. Please have a water bottle and clothes ready for all weather. From PTSO: Our next PTSO meeting will be April 8 at 3:30 pm in Room 103. We hope to see you there! Attention Cloverbuds:. Our next meeting for 2nd grade will be Wednesday, April 16 after school until 5 PM and our next meeting for K-1st grade will be Wednesday, April 30 after school until 5 PM. Permission slips will go home closer to the date. Youth Baseball & Softball (4K-8th): Registration Closes April 4. All interested players in 4K through 8th grade should register online to secure participation. Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/iybs25 Skills Clinic | April 19 | 11 AM to 2 PM. This event is free to all players in grades 2nd - 8th. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/IYBSskillsclinic Coaches will be in touch with details on practices and season details soon. Coach Pitch will have games on Sundays at 5 or 6 PM, from June 1 - July 6. Softball will have games on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Baseball on Tuesdays and Thursdays through July. From the Class of 2026: The Junior class is excited to bring you a "Night in Hollywood" themed prom held on April 26th from 8-11pm at the White House in Richland Center. Admission is $10. If you are planning on bringing a guest to prom who is not from Ithaca, please sign them up using the form in the office. You must have your guest signed up before 3:30 pm on Tuesday, April 22nd. See you there! From Mrs. Zorea: Want to see your artwork professionally printed? Enter your design to win our school library’s bookmark contest! Students in K-12th grade, and staff, can enter. Entry forms are in the library and entries are due to Mrs. Zorea by April 30. Attention Elementary and Middle School Parents: Order your Elementary/Middle School yearbooks now!. All orders are online only and must be placed by April 13. Cost is $15 to have it delivered to the school and handed out. Estimated delivery date will be May 12, 2025. After April 13 the cost goes up to $24 per book and you will have to pay tax and shipping to have it sent to your home. https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=06DE9DF2-15CC-44DB-A82B-FB9050269E7D 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.

Congratulations to the ten Ithaca Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members who participated in the State Leadership Conference (SLC) at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay March 31 - April 1. FBLA members who participated at SLC: Leadership Academy: Holly King and Trista Pluemer, Advertising: Ally Plonka, Job Interview: Annabeth Sprecher, Public Speaking: Maggie Gschwind, Website Design: Jadyn Boland and Izzie Ortiz. Placing at the SLC and qualifying for the National Leadership Conference held in Anaheim, CA June 29 - July 2: 1st place in Broadcast Journalism: Kailey Newkirk and Tristen Peterson , 1st place in Healthcare Administration: Abby Plonka. Students are led by advisor Katie Burnley.

Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Lunch for today - Choice 1: Walking Taco; Choice 2: Cheese Quesadilla; Vegetable, fruit, salad bar, and milk Varsity Softball & Baseball players should be released at 2:00 pm. JV Baseball players should be released at 2:35 pm. ATTENTION ALL BULLDOGS: If you have any missing clothing items, please check the huge pile of clothes in the commons and in the K-2 hallway. If any item is not claimed by April 7th they will be placed in the Middle School Student Council Rummage Sale on April 10th. Please claim these items as most of them are name brand and in great condition. From Mrs. Kershner: RISE mentors you will meet with you little mentee this Thursday, April 3 - gather in the library for a spring craft. From Mr. Louis: The Young Investors Club will meet today during lunch in the LMC. From PTSO: Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, April 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 1st grade class! From PTSO: Our next PTSO meeting will be April 8 at 3:30 pm in Room 103. We hope to see you there! Attention Cloverbuds:. Our next meeting for 2nd grade will be Wednesday, April 16 after school until 5 PM and our next meeting for K-1st grade will be Wednesday, April 30 after school until 5 PM. Permission slips will go home closer to the date. Youth Baseball & Softball (4K-8th): Registration Closes April 4. All interested players in 4K through 8th grade should register online to secure participation. Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/iybs25 Skills Clinic | April 19 | 11 AM to 2 PM. This event is free to all players in grades 2nd - 8th. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/IYBSskillsclinic Coaches will be in touch with details on practices and season details soon. Coach Pitch will have games on Sundays at 5 or 6 PM, from June 1 - July 6. Softball will have games on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Baseball on Tuesdays and Thursdays through July. From the Class of 2026: The Junior class is excited to bring you a "Night in Hollywood" themed prom held on April 26th from 8-11pm at the White House in Richland Center. Admission is $10. If you are planning on bringing a guest to prom who is not from Ithaca, please sign them up using the form in the office. You must have your guest signed up before 3:30 pm on Tuesday, April 22nd. See you there! From Mrs. Zorea: Want to see your artwork professionally printed? Enter your design to win our school library’s bookmark contest! Students in K-12th grade, and staff, can enter. Entry forms are in the library and entries are due to Mrs. Zorea by April 30. Attention Elementary and Middle School Parents: Order your Elementary/Middle School yearbooks now!. All orders are online only and must be placed by April 13. Cost is $15 to have it delivered to the school and handed out. Estimated delivery date will be May 12, 2025. After April 13 the cost goes up to $24 per book and you will have to pay tax and shipping to have it sent to your home. https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=06DE9DF2-15CC-44DB-A82B-FB9050269E7D Word of the Day: Snark: an attitude or expression of irreverence and sarcasm // The stand-up comedian’s set was full of snark about current events. On This Day in History: On this day in 1996, at his small wilderness cabin near Lincoln, Montana, Theodore John Kaczynski was arrested by FBI agents, accused of being the Unabomber, the elusive terrorist blamed for 16 mail bombs that killed three people and injured 23 over an 18-year period. 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.

Great things are always happening in the hallways of Ithaca.

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Deb Manning - Deb has been supporting Ithaca students and teachers, for many years and her work is so important to not only our youngest Bulldogs but also to all of us as she not only knows most if not all of our kids and holds everyone of them to high standards of behavior. She cares deeply for each student and staff member and supports both in any way needed. Her quiet way and genuine care is what makes Deb so incredibly special. Thank you, Deb!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! On this special day, we want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate you—our incredible paraprofessionals. Your dedication, patience, and hard work make a profound impact on our students, teachers, and school community every single day. You are the quiet strength behind so many successes, providing support, encouragement, and kindness to those who need it most. Whether you’re assisting in classrooms, working one-on-one with students, or helping to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment, your contributions do not go unnoticed. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students and for the countless ways you make a difference. Your passion and care help shape young minds and inspire learning in ways that extend far beyond the classroom. Today, we celebrate you and all that you do. We are so grateful for your hard work and dedication. Happy Paraprofessional Day!

Congratulations to the FFA members who competed at the regional FFA Career Development events at UW-Platteville. Our teams have dedicated countless hours of hard work, leading to five of them advancing to state! - Agronomy -Horse Evaluation -Poultry -Veterinary Science -Milk Products Good luck at State!!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Betsy Wiedenfeld--Over the last couple of years, we have had unique staffing needs and Betsy has been a person who is willing to give the task her best. She's a kind-hearted, caring person who enjoys all ages of our students. Always with a smile, Betsy works to help the students have the best day possible. Thank you, Betsy!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Samantha Hilby--Sam, like many others, is a very willing person to any task asked of her. She is diligent at helping students accept responsibility for their actions. A worker, Sam is often seen at PTSO events helping our school community have a great time at school fun events, and does the behind-the-scenes work to ensure a successful event. Thank you, Sam!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Heather Dickey--Heather could never be replaced. Her blood runs purple as she truly loves the Ithaca community, students, and staff. Her versatility and work ethic make her so valuable to our school as she will do anything asked even if it's out of her comfort zone. There hasn't been a task asked of her that she has refused. Thank you, Heather!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Juli Thompson--Juli may not have been born a Bulldog, but she certainly is one!! Her incredible work ethic, high standards of expectations, and versatile nature make Juli invaluable to our entire school. She can manage any student group with compassion and understanding while holding them accountable to their actions. Juli willingly steps into any task asked of her and we all trust the job will be done to a high degree of professionalism. Thank you, Juli!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Juanna Miller--A versatile person, Juanna can go from a long-term subbing position where she takes over and manages the students, families, lesson plans, grading and then turn around and work willingly with students who have challenges--all with a smile and a willing attitude. Juanna wants to do her absolute best and seeks guidance to help her do the best for her students. Thank you, Juanna!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, April 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 1st grade class!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Sarah Harris--Sarah is a quiet, sincere person who excels with our younger students. Sarah follows through diligently on established behavior expectations, asks for guidance if unsure as she is new to our school, and deeply cares for every student she works with. Thank you, Sarah!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! Noah Kepler--new to our team of support staff but certainly not new to Ithaca, Noah comes ready to work, helps students be successful and has fun with them. When asked, Noah willingly does tasks that help others in their daily work. Thank you, Noah!! We could not ask for better paraprofessionals at Ithaca and we are so fortunate to work with those we have. Thank you so much!!

Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Announcements: April 2, 2025 Today is a Day 2 Lunch for today - Choice 1: Chicken Parm w/ garlic breadstick; Choice 2: Cheese Quesadilla; Vegetable, fruit, salad bar, and milk From Mr. Klang: There will be a Junior class meeting the last 10 minutes of lunch today, April 2nd in Mr. Klang's room. ATTENTION ALL BULLDOGS: If you have any missing clothing items, please check the huge pile of clothes in the commons and in the K-2 hallway. If any item is not claimed by April 7th they will be placed in the Middle School Student Council Rummage Sale on April 10th. Please claim these items as most of them are name brand and in great condition. From Mrs. Kershner: FCA will meet Thursday morning, April 3rd at 7am- Join us for an encouraging devotion and hotcake and eggs breakfast. All middle and high school students & staff are welcome. RISE mentors you will meet with you little mentee this Thursday, April 3 - gather in the library for a spring craft. From PTSO: Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, April 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 1st grade class! From PTSO: Our next PTSO meeting will be April 8 at 3:30 pm in Room 103. We hope to see you there! Attention Cloverbuds: Our next meeting for 2nd grade will be Wednesday, April 16 after school until 5 PM and our next meeting for K-1st grade will be Wednesday, April 30 after school until 5 PM. Permission slips will go home closer to the date. Youth Baseball & Softball (4K-8th): Registration Closes April 4. All interested players in 4K through 8th grade should register online to secure participation. Learn more and sign up here: https://bit.ly/iybs25 Skills Clinic | April 19 | 11 AM to 2 PM. This event is free to all players in grades 2nd - 8th. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/IYBSskillsclinic Coaches will be in touch with details on practices and season details soon. Coach Pitch will have games on Sundays at 5 or 6 PM, from June 1 - July 6. Softball will have games on Mondays and Wednesdays, and Baseball on Tuesdays and Thursdays through July. From Mrs. Zorea: Want to see your artwork professionally printed? Enter your design to win our school library’s bookmark contest! Students in K-12th grade, and staff, can enter. Entry forms are in the library and entries are due to Mrs. Zorea by April 30. Attention Elementary and Middle School Parents: Order your Elementary/Middle School yearbooks now!. All orders are online only and must be placed by April 13. Cost is $15 to have it delivered to the school and handed out. Estimated delivery date will be May 12, 2025. After April 13 the cost goes up to $24 per book and you will have to pay tax and shipping to have it sent to your home. https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=06DE9DF2-15CC-44DB-A82B-FB9050269E7D Word of the Day: Effusive (ih-FYUU-siv): Showing a lot of emotion or enthusiasm //They offered effusive thanks for the help they received. 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.