We really do have the best students, staff, volunteers, and community! Our R.I.S.E. program is now underway. Ithaca High Schoolers team up with younger Bulldogs to offer mentorship. RISE stands for: Ready Inspire Support Encourage and our students deliver!
Our community is the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pop a top! And donate to make a difference. Ronald McDonald Houses (RMHC) all over provide families a healthy and affordable housing option when children are needing treatments and care at nearby healthcare organizations. Pull tabs on aluminum cans are a major source of income for RMHC, as there is more aluminum in a tab than in a whole can!
Recently, a large donation of pull tabs was dropped off at the Madison RMHC, which was a home-away-from-home for Ithaca High School's Ben Huebsch and his family while he underwent care at UW Health American Family Children's Hospital. Since their last drop off ten years ago, Butch and Margaret Rossing, with the help of many area friends, family, and businesses, have been collecting pull tabs. This astonishing collection, weighing in at 263 pounds, was dropped off in Ben's honor. Butch and Margaret thank the many folks who made this happen, including Simpson's Tractor, American Legion Post 13, The Village Pump, and so many friends and family. Small acts make a big impact.
If you would like to collect pull tabs or contribute to RMHC in any way, browse the Madison RMHC website at https://www.rmhcmadison.org/get-involved/. Start your own pull tab collection and see how quickly your contributions can add up.
Reminder: There will be NO SCHOOL at Ithaca on Monday March, 11 2024 as we will host PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES from 11 AM until 7 PM.
Las Conferencias de los Padres y los Profesores - lunes 11 de marzo - 11 A - 7 P
Please pass this video link on to anyone you feel would benefit from Ithaca Open Enrollment.
Is open enrollment right for you and your family? If so, please enjoy this fun Ithaca YouTube video to see what Ithaca has to offer your student. See why Ithaca is the RIGHT choice for open enrollment. If you have ANY open enrollment questions, please call us at 608-585-2512 and please pass this video link on to anyone you feel would benefit from Ithaca Open Enrollment.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmHe6G4PStE
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thur, Mar 7, 2024
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today:
First Choice: Beef Tips with Buttered Noodles
Second Choice: Hot Dog/Bun
Green Beans, Sliced Apples, Breadstick, Milk
From the Office:
Today is an early dismissal, so we are running the early release schedule.
Students in Grades 6-12:
Starting Tue, Mar 12, if you plan to go home on the bus with another student, you must bring a note to the office for verification and to receive a pass to ride the other bus. Elementary students will continue to bring notes regarding all transportation changes.
From Mrs. Kershner:
The Big Brother/Big Sister RISE Program will meet today, Thur, Mar 7 . Student mentors, if you have any questions please see Mrs. Kershner.
From PTSO:
RR1 Price Reduction: All remaining inventory is $5 per tub. Reach out to Samantha Hilby (hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us) if you would like to make a purchase. Sales will run through today, Thur, Mar 7.
From the Custodial Staff:
Students—please clean all of the trash from inside and on top of the lockers. Food has been spoiling, causing sanitation (and smell) problems. Please help keep our school spaces clean.
From Ms. Bevan:
ACT Permission forms should be turned into Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner by Fri, Mar 8. There is an envelope outside of our office door.
From Coach Clary:
If you are planning to play High School baseball this year, we will be having a short meeting after school on Fri, Mar 8, in Mr. Kelly’s room.
From PTSO:
There will be NO Popcorn Fri, Mar 8. The 4th grade will host the April 5 Popcorn Friday. Thanks for understanding!
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus have a chance to win some cool prizes!!! Our annual PTSO Bingo Night will be Fri, Mar 8 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. There will be tons of cool prizes, door prizes, spirit items and Rural Route 1 for sale. Plus concessions provided by the Spanish Club. See the fliers or the PTSO facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Andresen:
Students who took 1st semester College Prep Math: The ACT is fast approaching on Tue, Mar 12. Your folders from the course are available in Mr. Andresen’s room. He also has a couple more practice tests, if you want to do some last-second refresher preparation. Stop down to room 311 and please do your best!!
From PTSO:
The next PTSO meeting will be next Tue, Mar 12 at 3:30 in the LMC. We hope to see you there!
From Track coaches:
It’s not too late to join track! Talk with a coach or just come to practice tonight. The apparel store is open! Get your swag ordered by Wed, Mar 13. https://ithacawestontf24.itemorder.com/shop/home/
From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling business advertisements. There’s a variety of ad sizes to choose from starting at $40 for a business card size (⅛ of a page) up to $200 for a full-page ad. Ads are selling fast! Please contact Mrs. Burnley if you are interested in supporting the Ithaca High School Yearbook by purchasing an advertisement.
Girls on the Run: Spring Registration Now OPEN
An amazing program and an amazing opportunity open to grades 3-5, Girls on the Run is a curriculum-based program designed to empower girls to harness their full potential while providing health for the mind, body, and spirit! The spring season is April 2 to June 1, with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays, after school in Richland Center. Transportation assistance is available. Register online here: https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/S2024GOTR?sid=c14898c8f7bb4b46b82898d562426e3f (select the Richland Center Intermediate site option). Contact Lori Pulvermacher at 444-7291 or LLPulvermacher@gmail.com for more information.
From Ms Schoen:
The Ithaca Lions are looking for youth and adult help for the Sun, Mar 17 pancake breakfast that will benefit Arlene Alvin. Sign up here or see Ms Schoen.
From Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Club:
Congratulations to today’s Calendar Raffle Winner! March 7- Kraig Brandt
WORD OF THE DAY: connive—To connive is to secretly help someone do something dishonest or illegal. Roger suspected that his coworkers were conniving to get him fired when in reality they were planning his surprise birthday party.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY: On March 7, 1965, in Selma, Alabama, a 600-person civil rights demonstration ended in violence when marchers were attacked and beaten by white state troopers and sheriff’s deputies. The day's events became known as "Bloody Sunday."
BIRTHDAYS: none
Don't forget! There is an early release today at 12:35 PM.
liberacion tempana hoy a las 12:35 p.m.
Ithaca Music Department is happy to host Dr. Glenn Hayes from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Dr. Hayes will be at Ithaca on Wednesday March 13th to give a clinic to the 7th/8th and High School Band! Dr. Hayes is a fantastic band director and has been involved with music for a very long time. Not only is he the director of the UWW Symphonic Wind Ensemble, he also runs the Warhawk Marching band. He has taken these groups to perform at countless different places that include Lambeau Field and Carnegie Hall. He most recently has taken on the role as Department Chair for the music department at UWW. It is exciting to have him come and work with these students!
Congratulations to the Ithaca-Weston Wrestling Club Calendar Raffle Winners so far!
March 1st- Marty Richards
March 2nd- Gloria Callan
March 3rd- Tony Hellenbrand
March 4th- Donna Meyer
March 5th- Chris Bennett
March 6th- April Jennings
Today, Ithaca celebrated National Breakfast Week in a big way!
Elementary students enjoyed vanilla yogurt and blueberry parfaits.
Middle school and high school students enjoyed egg and cheese soft tacos with homemade salsa featuring local tomatoes and jalapenos.
An update for this Friday, March 8th. There will be NO Popcorn this week, however, the 4th grade will host the April 5 Popcorn Friday. Thanks for understanding!
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed, Mar 6, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Mini Corn Dogs, Second Choice: Polish Sausage, Broccoli, Peaches, WG Bread, Milk
From Mr. Andresen:
There will be a Math Team meeting on Wed, Mar 6 during Attack Time in Mr. Andresen’s room. We will be discussing and organizing for the upcoming Conference Contest. We will also be looking at your proposed designs for the Math Team T-shirts. If there are no designs submitted, the money will be used for new calculators for the math classrooms.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA Huddle will gather Thursday morning, Mar 7 at 7:00am. Join us for breakfast, devotion and fellowship. All are welcome to gather for a morning of encouragement!
The Big Brother/Big Sister RISE Program will meet again Thur, Mar 7 . Student mentors, if you have any questions please see Mrs. Kershner.
From PTSO:
RR1 Price Reduction: All remaining inventory is $5 per tub. Reach out to Samantha Hilby (hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us) if you would like to make a purchase. Sales will run through Thur, Mar 7.
From Mrs. Burnley:
The Ithaca High School Yearbook is selling business advertisements. There’s a variety of ad sizes to choose from starting at $40 for a business card size (⅛ of a page) up to $200 for a full-page ad. Ads are selling fast! Please contact Mrs. Burnley if you are interested in supporting the Ithaca High School Yearbook by purchasing an advertisement.
From the Custodial Staff:
Students - please clean all of the trash from inside and on top of the lockers, especially. Food has been spoiling, causing sanitation (and smell) problems. Please help keep our school spaces clean.
From Ms. Bevan:
ACT Permission forms should be turned into Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner by Fri, Mar 8. There is an envelope outside of our office door.
From Coach Clary:
If you are planning to play High School baseball this year, we will be having a short meeting right after school this Fri, Mar 8, in Mr. Kelly’s room.
From PTSO:
There will be NO Popcorn Fri, Mar 8. The 4th grade will host the April 5 Popcorn Friday. Thanks for understanding!
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus have a chance to win some cool prizes!!! Our annual PTSO Bingo Night will be Fri, Mar 8 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. There will be tons of cool prizes, door prizes, spirit items and Rural Route 1 for sale. Plus concessions provided by the Spanish Club. See the fliers or the PTSO facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
From Mr. Andresen:
Students who took 1st semester College Prep Math:
The ACT is fast approaching on Tue, Mar 12. Your folders from the course are available in Mr. Andresen’s room. He also has a couple more practice tests, if you want to do some last-second refresher preparation. Stop down to room 311 and please do your best!!
From PTSO:
The next PTSO meeting will be next Tue, Mar 12 at 3:30 in the LMC. We hope to see you there!
From Track coaches:
It’s not too late to join track! Talk with a coach or just come to practice tonight. The apparel store is open! Get your swag ordered by Mar 13. https://ithacawestontf24.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Girls on the Run: Spring Registration Now OPEN
An amazing program and an amazing opportunity open to grades 3-5, Girls on the Run is a curriculum-based program designed to empower girls to harness their full potential while providing health for the mind, body, and spirit! The spring season is April 2 to June 1, with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays, after school in Richland Center. Transportation assistance is available. Register online here: https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/S2024GOTR?sid=c14898c8f7bb4b46b82898d562426e3f (select the Richland Center Intermediate site option). Contact Lori Pulvermacher at 444-7291 or LLPulvermacher@gmail.com for more information.
From Ms Schoen:
The Ithaca Lions are looking for youth and adult help for the Sun, Mar 17 pancake breakfast that will benefit Arlene Alvin. Sign up here or see Ms Schoen.
From Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Club:
Congratulations to today’s Calendar Raffle Winner! March 6th- April Jennings
WORD OF THE DAY: fathom: to understand the reason for its existence or occurrence. Even those close to him can't always fathom why he repeatedly risks his life to climb the world’s tallest mountains.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY: The German company Bayer patents aspirin on March 6, 1899.
BIRTHDAYS:
Elementary - none
Middle School - Sarah Ellis
High School - Taylor Pickel, Cinara Lorenzo-Castillo
Faculty & Staff - Kyle Kelly
From the Custodial Staff:
Students - please clean all of the trash from inside and especially on top of the lockers. Food has been spoiling, causing sanitation (and smell) problems. Please help keep our school spaces clean. Remove March 8
From Track coaches:
It’s not too late to join track! Talk with a coach or just come to practice tonight. The apparel store is open! Get your swag ordered by March 13th. https://ithacawestontf24.itemorder.com/shop/home/
From Mrs. Burnley:
There will be an FBLA meeting on Tuesday, March 5 during Attack Time in Mrs. Burnley’s room.
From Mr. Andresen:
There will be a Math Team meeting on Tuesday, March 5 during Attack Time in Mr. Andresen’s room. We will be discussing and organizing for the upcoming Conference Contest. We will also be looking at your proposed designs for the Math Team T-shirts. If there are no designs submitted, the money will be used for new calculators for the math classrooms.
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA Huddle will gather Thursday morning, March 7 at 7:00am. Join us for breakfast, devotion and fellowship. All are welcome to gather for a morning of encouragement!
The Big Brother/Big Sister RISE Program will meet again Thursday, March 7 . Student mentors, if you have any questions please see Mrs. Kershner.
From PTSO:
RR1 Price Reduction: All remaining inventory is $5 per tub. Reach out to Samantha Hilby (hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us) if you would like to make a purchase. Sales will run through Thursday, March 7.
From Ms. Bevan:
ACT Permission forms should be turned into Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner by Friday, March 8th. There is an envelope outside of our office door.
From Coach Clary:
If you are planning to play High School baseball this year, we will be having a short meeting right after school this Fri, Mar 8, in Mr. Kelly’s room.
From PTSO:
There will be NO Popcorn Fri, Mar 8. The 4th grade will host the April 5 Popcorn Friday. Thanks for understanding!
From Mr. Andresen:
Students who took 1st semester College Prep Math:
The ACT is fast approaching on Tuesday, Mar 12. Your folders from the course are available in Mr. Andresen’s room. He also has a couple more practice tests, if you want to do some last-second refresher preparation. Stop down to room 311 and please do your best!!
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus have a chance to win some cool prizes!!! Our annual PTSO Bingo Night will be Fri, Mar 8 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. There will be tons of cool prizes, door prizes, spirit items and Rural Route 1 for sale. Plus concessions provided by the Spanish Club. See the fliers or the PTSO facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
Girls on the Run: Spring Registration Now OPEN
An amazing program and an amazing opportunity open to grades 3-5, Girls on the Run is a curriculum-based program designed to empower girls to harness their full potential while providing health for the mind, body, and spirit! The spring season is April 2 to June 1, with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays, after school in Richland Center. Transportation assistance is available. Register online here: https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/S2024GOTR?sid=c14898c8f7bb4b46b82898d562426e3f (select the Richland Center Intermediate site option). Contact Lori Pulvermacher at 444-7291 or LLPulvermacher@gmail.com for more information.
From Ms Schoen:
The Ithaca Lions are looking for youth and adult help for the Sun, Mar 17 pancake breakfast that will benefit Arlene Alvin. Sign up here or see Ms Schoen. (remove 3.15.24)
From Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Club:
Congratulations to today’s Calendar Raffle Winner! March 5th- Chris Bennett
If you are planning to play High School baseball this year at Ithaca, we will be having a short meeting right after school this Friday, March 8, in Mr. Kelly’s room.
The Ithaca Lions are looking for youth and adult help for the Sun, Mar 17 pancake breakfast that will benefit Arlene Alvin. Sign up: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GfIF7L6gYKEgbJxUvCmN9QjHhqDmJ94aIDsXVkvDa8Q/edit
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus have a chance to win some cool prizes!!! Our annual PTSO Bingo Night will be Friday, March 8 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. There will be tons of cool prizes, door prizes, spirit items and Rural Route 1 for sale. Plus concessions provided by the Spanish Club. See the fliers or the PTSO Facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
March forth (4th) to the rhythm of life on Marching Music Day every March 4th. Ithaca honors the dedicated musicians and performers of many diverse styles and backgrounds. Marching Music Day celebrates all varieties of art forms that bring us “music on the move.”
Tune into WRCO-FM 100.9 at 930 this morning to hear part of the Ithaca FFA officer team talk about the VERY busy FFA year. You can join our FFA team on WRCO locally over the airwaves at FM 100.9 or anywhere in the world at www.WRCO.com
The Ithaca School District will celebrate National School Breakfast Week on Wednesday March 6th. Students will enjoy yogurt parfaits and breakfast tacos. Please remind your child to eat breakfast on Wednesday (and every day).
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon, Mar 4, 2024
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - First Choice: Pizza Dippers, Second Choice: Chicken Fajitas, Baked beans, applesauce, garlic bread, milk
From Coach Clary:
If you are planning to play High School baseball this year, we will be having a short meeting right after school this Friday, March 8, in Mr. Kelly’s room.
From PTSO:
There will be NO Popcorn Friday this week, March 8. The 4th grade will host the April 5 Popcorn Friday. Thanks for understanding!
From Track coaches:
Spring is right around the corner. Sign up for High School & Middle school Track & Field Sheets are posted on the office window. Don’t miss out on the Fun! Get all your paperwork completed for today Monday, Mar 4th when high school practice begins. Have warm gear, a water bottle, and running shoes. The apparel store is open! Get your swag ordered by Mar 13th. https://ithacawestontf24.itemorder.com/shop/home/
From Mrs. Kershner:
FCA Huddle will gather Thursday morning, March 7 at 7:00am. Join us for breakfast, devotion and fellowship. All are welcome to gather for a morning of encouragement!
The Big Brother/Big Sister RISE Program will meet again Thursday, Mar 7 . Student mentors, if you have any questions please see Mrs. Kershner.
From PTSO:
RR1 Price Reduction: All remaining inventory is $5 per tub. Reach out to Samantha Hilby (hilbsam@ithaca.k12.wi.us) if you would like to make a purchase. Sales will run through Thursday, March 7.
From PTSO:
Enjoy a night with your family and friends, plus have a chance to win some cool prizes!!! Our annual PTSO Bingo Night will be Friday, March 8 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the school commons. There will be tons of cool prizes, door prizes, spirit items and Rural Route 1 for sale. Plus concessions provided by the Spanish Club. See the fliers or the PTSO facebook page for more information. We hope to see you there!
From Ms Schoen:
The Ithaca Lions are looking for youth and adult help for the Sun, Mar 17 pancake breakfast that will benefit Arlene Alvin. Sign up here or see Ms Schoen. (remove 3.15.24)
From Ithaca/Weston Wrestling Club:
Congratulations to these Calendar Raffle Winners! March 1st- Marty Richards, March 2nd- Gloria Callan, March 3rd- Tony Hellenbrand, March 4th- Donna Meyer.
WORD OF THE DAY: Inveterate used to describe someone who is always or often doing something specified. For instance, a person could be an inveterate liar, or inveterate prankster. She's an inveterate traveler who constantly searches for flight deals to her next destination. Carla’s inveterate optimism keeps her going during challenging times.
THIS DAY IN HISTORY: March 4 - Casimir Pulaski Day (Wisconsin Day of Observance)
Today commemorates the life of the Poland native who was born in 1747. He came to America in 1777, after fighting for Poland's independence, and joined forces with General George Washington. After saving Washington's life, Pulaski was made brigadier general of the American Cavalry. Wounded in battle, Pulaski died on October 11, 1779.
March 4, 1789: The first session of the U.S. Congress is held in New York City as the U.S. Constitution takes effect.
BIRTHDAYS:
Elementary - none
Middle School - none
High School - Annabeth Sprecher (Sat), Elise Nelson (Sun)
Faculty & Staff - none
Ithaca 8th Grade Ag had a chance to make a filter to try to remove the pollutants from Ms Sprecher's homemade polluted water (made of coffee grinds, food coloring, vinegar, sprinkles, sugar and salt.) Students then tested nitrate levels and observed changes in appearance and odor after the polluted water went through their filter. As the took the filter apart, they examined what pollutant was removed by each filter item.
