We are out early today.
The Ithaca Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 26th is Caden Keller. Congratulations!
Any day is a GREAT day for art! From Ms. Durkin's Art Department, Holly and Trista working hard on their next projects.
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.
Follow the Ithaca-Weston Wrestling page for updates and news.
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Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue, Nov 26, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Meatball Sub; Second Choice: Ham & Cheddar cold sandwich
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 26th, Caden Keller - Congratulations!
From Ms. Sprecher:
High School and Middle School FFA kids, we will be taking a group picture during lunch on Tuesday November 26. Wear your FFA polos or gear. If you don't have FFA shirts, wear dark blue.
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Tuesday, November 26th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Our read for the month of December is The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. If you have questions or wish to join, please contact Ms. Ernzen.
From Mr. Klang:
For any middle school girls interested in playing basketball this season, there will be a meeting in Mr. Kelly’s room today, November 26th during Attack.
From Mrs. Thompson:
If you missed yesterday’s forensics meeting but still want to join or have questions, stop in this week to Mrs. Thompson.
From Music Boosters:
All calendar raffle tickets are to be turned in by tomorrow Wednesday, Nov 27th to Mrs. Thompson.
From Ms. Jones & Mrs. Kershner:
There will be a Student Council meeting Wednesday, Nov 27 during lunch. Please meet together at a table.
From Mrs. Burnley and the Yearbook Staff:
ATTENTION SENIORS, your required Senior Portrait, Baby Picture, Favorite (school appropriate) Song, and Senior Quote are due by Wednesday, Nov 27th. Other optional submissions that are also due are Then and Now Pictures, Through the Years Pictures, and a Senior Legacy. Picture submissions can either be emailed to Mrs. Burnley or brought to room 318 to be scanned. The links to submit your Favorite Song, Senior Quote, and Senior Legacy were emailed to you again on Nov. 25. We need to have your cooperation in making your submissions on time if you want to receive your yearbooks before the end of the school year. Please contact Mrs. Burnley if you have any questions.
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 Mr. Louis:
The Young Investors Club will meet during lunch in the LMC on Friday, Dec. 6th. Any High School students interested in joining that weren’t at the last meeting should contact Mr. Louis. Staff are welcome to join their competition, also.
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 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. We also have the following RR1 flavor available for $12: white gold. If you are interested please reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Word of the Day:
Eddy: a current of water or air running contrary to the main current; figuratively, eddy may also refer to a contrary or circular current of thought or policy. They were caught up in the eddy of chaos caused by the changes.
This Day in History:
Charles Schulz, the American cartoonist who created Peanuts, which features his two best-known characters, Charlie Brown and Snoopy and is one of the most successful American comic strips of the mid-20th century was born on this day in 1922. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential cartoonists in history.
Congratulations to the Ithaca Football Booster Club calendar raffle winners from over the weekend and today! For November 23rd, the winner is Tom Doudna, November 24th is Steve Kohlstedt, and November 25th is Amanda Fowell. Congratulations and thank you all!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Nov 25, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today:
First Choice: Chicken Smackers
Second Choice: Cheddarwurst
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 23rd = Tom Doudna, November 24th = Steve Kohlstedt, November 25th = Amanda Fowell, -Congratulations!
From Mrs. Thompson:
The forensics season is here! An informational meeting will be held in the LMC on Monday, Nov 25th during ATTACK time. If you have questions or are unable to attend, please stop in to talk with Mrs. Thompson.
From Ms. Sprecher:
High School and Middle School FFA kids, we will be taking a group picture during lunch on Tuesday November 26. Wear your FFA polos or gear. If you don't have FFA shirts, wear dark blue.
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Tuesday, November 26th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Our read for the month of December is The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. If you have questions or wish to join, please contact Ms. Ernzen.
From Music Boosters:
If you haven’t sold your calendar raffle tickets yet, please sell them or turn them in to Mrs. Thompson so others can sell them. All tickets are to be turned in by next Wednesday, Nov 27th.
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. Louis:
The Young Investors Club will meet during lunch in the LMC on Friday, Dec. 6th. Any High School students interested in joining that weren’t at the last meeting should contact Mr. Louis. Staff are welcome to join their competition, also.
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 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. We also have the following RR1 flavor available for $12: white gold. If you are interested please reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Word of the Day:
To chastise someone is to criticize them harshly for doing something wrong. The waiter was chastised for forgetting the customer’s order.
This Day in History:
On Nov. 25, 1963, the body of President John F. Kennedy was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery after a funeral procession through Washington; an estimated 1 million people lined the procession route.
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.
Remember, we have an early (12:35 PM) release this Wednesday (Nov 27).
There will be no school for the Thanksgiving Day Holiday Thursday and Friday (Nov 28-29).
Save the date! Families wishing to have their young Bulldogs receive 4K/Developmental Screening should mark their calendars for Thursday, January 23rd and Friday, January 24th. A make up date to assist with potential weather changes will be Friday, January 31st. More details regarding registration and making appointments for this screening will be coming soon.
With the upcoming hunting seasons, many students excitedly talk about traditions and activities that abound in our communities. Ithaca Principal Kathleen Schoen proactively reached out to Lt. Mike Czys, of the Richland County Sheriff's Department, who agreed to come in and lead discussion lessons with each elementary grade level/classroom. Mrs. Ellie Czys shared a great resource "McGruff Talks to Students about Gun Safety," which Lt Mike Czys utilized on his visit. Teachers and Officer Czys reported that students were very engaged in the discussion. Safety measures at Ithaca are of high priority to administration and staff. Thank you to Mrs. Czys, Lt. Mike Czys, and the Ithaca Elementary teachers for making this a productive and valuable experience.
Today's Ithaca Football Boosters Calendar Raffle Winner for November 22nd is Jeremiah Ringelstetter! Congratulations. Still a week's worth of winners left!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Fri, Nov 22, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - One Option Only: Pizza Dippers
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 22nd, Jeremiah Ringelstetter - Congratulations!
From PTSO:
Check it out … NEW design and NEW items. Here is the link for the PTSO Winter Apparel Sale. Sales run now through Sunday, November 24. https://iptso24.itemorder.com/
From Mrs. Thompson:
The forensics season is here! An informational meeting will be held in the LMC on Monday, Nov 25th during ATTACK time. If you have questions or are unable to attend, please stop in to talk with Mrs. Thompson.
From Ms. Sprecher:
High School and Middle School FFA kids, we will be taking a group picture during lunch on Tuesday November 26. Wear your FFA polos or gear. If you don't have FFA shirts, wear dark blue.
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Tuesday, November 26th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Our read for the month of December is The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. If you have questions or wish to join, please contact Ms. Ernzen.
From Music Boosters:
If you haven’t sold your calendar raffle tickets yet, please sell them or turn them in to Mrs. Thompson so others can sell them. All tickets are to be turned in by next Wednesday, Nov 27th.
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 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 Archery Club:
The Ithaca Archery Club is sponsoring a Big Buck Contest again this year. Students who shoot a deer this season, buck or doe, can send a picture to Mr. Klang at klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us to be entered. Pictures will be placed near Mr. Klang’s door. Prizes will be given for the biggest buck and a random drawing to all who enter. This includes archery season, youth season, and gun season.
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. We also have the following RR1 flavors available for $12 each: white gold and mud puddles. If you are interested please reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Word of the Day:
Paroxysm (PAIR-uk-sih-zum): a sudden strong feeling or uncontrollable expression of emotion. In medical use, paroxysm refers to a sudden attack or increase of symptoms of a disease that often occurs repeatedly. The comedy special sent us into paroxysms of laughter.
This Day in History:
November 22, 1963, John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, was assassinated while traveling through Dallas, Texas, in an open-top convertible. As the motorcade passed the Texas School Book Depository Building at 12:30 p.m., Lee Harvey Oswald allegedly fired three shots from the sixth floor, fatally wounding President Kennedy and seriously injuring Governor Connally. Kennedy was pronounced dead 30 minutes later at Dallas’ Parkland Hospital.
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.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you, to all who have donated to the Ithaca Elf Shop. Your kindness and generosity are greatly appreciated. What an amazing community we have!
We are still looking for Elf Shop donations, especially gifts, for children to purchase for parents, grandparents or guardians. Donations of wrapping materials and/or gifts may be dropped off at the Ithaca main office.
Thank you again, Tina Ramsden and the Middle School Student Council.
The Ithaca Football Boosters Calendar Raffle Winner for November 21st is Andy Keller. Congratulations, Andy!
Children must be healthy to be educated and educated to be healthy" preventing the spread of illness is a group effort. Our future bulldogs learned how to break the germ cycle, proper handwashing, how to cover your coughs and sneezes as well as tips for staying healthy. Nurse Wilson used Glo Germ to show students how far an uncovered cough or sneeze could travel. Students also got to put their hand washing skills to the test and see how important 20 seconds of proper hand washing with warm water and soap is. Nurse Wilson shared these tips to staying healthy with our bulldogs: getting enough sleep, eating healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables, drinking plenty of water, being active and playing outside, and staying home when you're sick.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thu, Nov 21, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Cheese Quesadilla; Second Choice: Chicken Patty
Reminder to students and teachers:
Students if you arrive late (meaning if the announcements are being read or after) you must stop in the office and get signed into a building. Teachers, if a student arrives at your room during announcements or after, please have them return to the office to be signed in.
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 21st, Andy Keller - Congratulations!
From the Middle School Student Council:
LAST DAY, TODAY, Thursday Nov. 21, the Student Council will be selling Candy Grams. They will be sold during Middle and High School lunch periods. Candy Grams will be .50 cents each and delivered to attack rooms on Monday Nov. 25 at 3:00 pm.
From Ms. Sprecher:
Middle School FFA will meet today Thursday during ATTACK in Ms. Sprecher’s room. If you haven't joined yet and want to just come to the meeting today!
High School and Middle School FFA kids, we will be taking a group picture during lunch on Tuesday November 26. Wear your FFA polos or gear. If you don't have FFA shirts, wear dark blue.
From Mrs. Kershner:
RISE mentors will meet on Thursday, Nov 21. Please pick up your mentee and report to the library for a fall activity.
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) will gather Thursday, Nov 21 at 7am. Please join us for an encouraging devotion and breakfast together.
From PTSO:
Check it out … NEW design and NEW items. Here is the link for the PTSO Winter Apparel Sale. Sales run now through Sunday, November 24. https://iptso24.itemorder.com/
From Mrs. Thompson:
The forensics season is here! An informational meeting will be held in the LMC on Monday, Nov 25th during ATTACK time. If you have questions or are unable to attend, please stop in to talk with Mrs. Thompson.
From Music Boosters:
If you haven’t sold your calendar raffle tickets yet, please sell them or turn them in to Mrs. Thompson so others can sell them. All tickets are to be turned in by next Wednesday, Nov 27th.
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 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 Archery Club:
The Ithaca Archery Club is sponsoring a Big Buck Contest again this year. Students who shoot a deer this season, buck or doe, can send a picture to Mr. Klang at klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us to be entered. Pictures will be placed near Mr. Klang’s door. Prizes will be given for the biggest buck and a random drawing to all who enter. This includes archery season, youth season, and gun season.
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. We also have the following RR1 flavors available for $12 each: white gold and mud puddles. If you are interested please reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting on Tuesday, November 26th during ATTACK in Ms. Ernzen’s room. Our read for the month of December is The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams. If you have questions or wish to join, please contact Ms. Ernzen.
Word of the Day:
Tenacious: cannot easily be stopped or pulled part; it is firm or strong. Tenacious can also describe something that continues or persists for a long time, or someone who is determined to do something. Once Linda has decided on a course of action, she can be very tenacious when it comes to seeing it through.
This Day in History:
On November 21, 1976, Rocky, starring Sylvester Stallone as the underdog prizefighter Rocky Balboa, debuts in New York City. It was a huge box-office hit and received 10 Academy Award nominations, including Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay for the then-little known Stallone. Rocky ultimately took home three Oscars, including one for Best Picture, and made Stallone one of the biggest stars in Hollywood.
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.
Congratulations! The Ithaca Football Booster Calendar Raffle Winner for November 20th is Emily Kirschbaum.
Ithaca Families! You are invited to shop at the Webb Care Closet this Saturday, November 23rd. The Webb Care Closet will be having a no appointment needed open house on Saturday, November 23,2024 from 8am-3pm. This event will be held in the Webb Middle School cafeteria (707 N. Webb Ave Reedsburg). You must enter and exit through the cafeteria doors. No bathrooms will be available and no entry to the rest of the school. Email coordinator, Lori Rose, if you have any questions at lrose@rsd.k12.wi.us
Middle and High School musicians will take the spotlight in a concert on Monday, December 9th beginning at 7:00 pm in the High School gym. Under the direction of Mrs. Mary Beth Behrens, Mr. Wade McCoy, and Ms. Kyla Pluemer the 6th grade band and choir, the 7th/8th band and choir, and High School band and choir will perform sounds of the season. Join us as we enjoy their musical talents. There is no charge, and the concert is open to the public.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Nov 20, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - First Choice: Teriyaki Chicken & Noodles (made from scratch); Second Choice: Teriyaki Chicken Wrap (cold)
Reminder to students and teachers:
Students if you arrive late (meaning if the announcements are being read or after) you must stop in the office and get signed into a building. Teachers, if a student arrives at your room during announcements or after, please have them return to the office to be signed in.
From Football Boosters:
Football Calendar Raffle Winner for November 20th, Emily Kischbaum - Congratulations!
From the Middle School Student Council:
TODAY, Monday Nov. 18 through Thursday Nov. 21, the Student Council will be selling Candy Grams. They will be sold during Middle and High School lunch periods. Candy Grams will be .50 cents each and delivered to attack rooms on Monday Nov. 25 at 3:00 pm.
From Mrs. Kershner:
RISE mentors will meet on Thursday, Nov 21. Please pick up your mentee and report to the library for a fall activity.
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) will gather Thursday, Nov 21 at 7am. Please join us for an encouraging devotion and breakfast together.
From PTSO:
Check it out … NEW design and NEW items. Here is the link for the PTSO Winter Apparel Sale. Sales run now through Sunday, November 24. https://iptso24.itemorder.com/
From Mrs. Thompson:
The forensics season is here! An informational meeting will be held in the LMC on Monday, Nov 25th during ATTACK time. If you have questions or are unable to attend, please stop in to talk with Mrs. Thompson.
From Music Boosters:
If you haven’t sold your calendar raffle tickets yet, please sell them or turn them in to Mrs. Thompson so others can sell them. All tickets are to be turned in by next Wednesday, Nov 27th.
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 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 Archery Club:
The Ithaca Archery Club is sponsoring a Big Buck Contest again this year. Students who shoot a deer this season, buck or doe, can send a picture to Mr. Klang at klandav@ithaca.k12.wi.us to be entered. Pictures will be placed near Mr. Klang’s door. Prizes will be given for the biggest buck and a random drawing to all who enter. This includes archery season, youth season, and gun season.
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. We also have the following RR1 flavors available for $12 each: white gold and mud puddles.If you are interested please reach out to Samantha Hilby at hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us.
Word of the Day:
Snivel: to speak or act in a whining, sniffling, tearful, or weakly emotional manner. She was unmoved by the millionaires sniveling about their financial problems.
This Day in History:
In 1820 the American whaling ship, Essex, was rammed by a sperm whale and later sank, inspiring the climactic scene in Herman Melville's Moby Dick
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.
