Becoming a substitute teacher fills a tremendous need in our communities. It is also a great way to connect with our schools, students, and earn some extra spending cash. Register for this upcoming training offered by CESA 3 that will fulfill one of the requirements to becoming a substitute teacher.
https://cesa3.eventsmart.com/events/substitute-teacher-training-march-4-2025/?datetime=433
Rescheduled! The Ithaca FFA Spring Blood Drive is next Wednesday, March 5th in the Community Gym from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Use the link to register to donate or phone Melissa Sprecher at 608/585-2311. https://tinyurl.com/March-5-blood-drive
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Wed. Feb. 26, 2025
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today -
Choice 1: Chicken Patty Deluxe (lettuce, pickle, tomato); Choice 2: Cheesy Ham & Pea Pasta; Vegetable, Fruit, Salad Bar, Milk
From Mr. Louis:
The Young Investors Club will meet during lunch in the LMC on Wednesday, February 26th on the elementary side.
From Mrs. Thompson:
There will be a forensics team meeting on Wednesday, February 26th during lunch in the LMC on the High School side. However, the team photo will be taken that Thursday for performers during ATTACK time in the LMC right away - then there are meetings for other groups. Please be keeping up with your emails to stay up to date and schedule rehearsals with coaches. We are two and a half weeks away from the District contest!
From Mrs. Stellner, Ms. Ernzen, and Mrs. Pluemer:
There will be a Sources of Strength meeting Thursday, February 27th, in the LMC during ATTACK. The high school students who attend the rescheduled Regional Retreat will be sharing what they learned.
From Coach Lorenz:
Sign up sheet for High School Track is outside the office. Please sign up by Friday, February 28. The apparel store is open now until March 20th. https://ithaca-westonhstrack25.itemorder.com/shop/category/150699/
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting in Ms. Ernzen’s room during ATTACK on Friday, February 28th.
From Ms. Bevan:
Just a friendly reminder for 10th and 11th grade students: If you are planning to take a college course in the Fall through the Early College Credit Program, Start College Now, CollEDGE Up, or Youth Apprenticeship, your application is due to Ms. Bevan by March 1st. Please stop and see Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner if you have questions.
From Class of 2026:
Attention Juniors your class dues need to be paid by next Monday, March 3rd. You should have received an Email on the amount you still owe.
From FFA:
The Ithaca FFA is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, March 5 from 9 am - 2 pm. You can call 608-585-2311 ext 310 or go online and make an appointment. Appointments are preferred but walk - ins are welcome.
https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11609629
From Mrs. Zorea:
Brewer Public Library is hiring an afterschool library assistant for 12 hours a week. The pay is up to $14.75 an hour and applications are being accepted until March 7. Please see Mrs. Zorea or Mrs. Kershner for more details.
Word of the Day:
Astute (uh-STOOT): the ability to notice and understand things clearly They made some astute observations about the movie industry. Astute readers will notice the error.
On This Day in History:
February 26, 1919, President Woodrow Wilson declare the Grand Canyon a National Park
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 sixteen Ithaca Future Business Leaders of America members who participated in the Regional Leadership Conference at Fennimore High School on Saturday, February 1.
7th place in Sports and Entertainment Management: Ethan Birkrem, Peyton Brown, and Devin Ihm;
6th place in Introduction to FBLA: Ellie Otto;
6th place in Introduction to Social Media: Callie Muckler;
5th place in Introduction to Public Speaking: Aliyah Swenson;
4th place and alternates for the State Leadership Conference in Graphic Design: Holly King and Trista Pluemer.
Qualifying for the State Leadership Conference in Green Bay, WI March 31 and April 1:
3rd place in Healthcare Administration: Abby Plonka;
3rd place in Job Interview: Annabeth Sprecher;
2nd place in Broadcast Journalism: Kailey Newkirk and Tristen Peterson;
2nd place in Website Design: Jadyn Boland and Izzie Ortiz;
1st place in Advertising: Ally Plonka;
1st place in Public Speaking: Maggie Gschwind.
(Missing from the pictures is Ethan Birkrem.)
Winter sports post-season is upon us, and while we're still embracing the excitement of winter sports, we're also looking ahead to spring sports.
🏃♀️High School Girls and Boys Track & Field first practice - March 10th. Their apparel store is open until March 20th. https://ithaca-westonhstrack25.itemorder.com/shop/category/150699/
🥎High School Girls Softball first practice - March 17th
⚾High School Boys Baseball first practice - March 24th
All student-athletes are required to submit necessary paperwork prior to participating in practices.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Tue. Feb. 25, 2025
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - Choice 1: Teriyaki Chicken Bowl; Choice 2: Sesame Ginger Chicken Bowl; Vegetable, Fruit, Milk. There will not be a salad bar available today.
From Mr. Louis:
The Young Investors Club will meet during lunch in the LMC on Wednesday, February 26th on the elementary side.
From Mrs. Thompson:
UPDATE: There will be a forensics team meeting on Wednesday, February 26th during lunch in the LMC on the High School side. However, the team photo will be taken that Thursday for performers during lunch in the LMC right away - then you will eat lunch. Please be keeping up with your emails to stay up to date and schedule rehearsals with coaches. We are two and a half weeks away from the District contest!
From Mrs. Stellner, Ms. Ernzen, and Mrs. Pluemer:
There will be a Sources of Strength meeting Thursday, February 27th, in the LMC during ATTACK. The high school students who attend the rescheduled Regional Retreat will be sharing what they learned.
From Coach Lorenz:
Sign up sheet for High School Track is outside the office. Please sign up by Friday, February 28. The apparel store is open now until March 20th. https://ithaca-westonhstrack25.itemorder.com/shop/category/150699/
From Ms. Ernzen:
There will be a Book Club meeting in Ms. Ernzen’s room during ATTACK on Friday, February 28th.
From Ms. Bevan:
Just a friendly reminder for 10th and 11th grade students: If you are planning to take a college course in the Fall through the Early College Credit Program, Start College Now, CollEDGE Up, or Youth Apprenticeship, your application is due to Ms. Bevan by March 1st. Please stop and see Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner if you have questions.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Brewer Public Library is hiring an afterschool library assistant for 12 hours a week. The pay is up to $14.75 an hour and applications are being accepted until March 7. Please see Mrs. Zorea or Mrs. Kershner for more details.
Word of the Day:
Superfluous: things that exceed what is necessary or sufficient; something simply not needed. Further discussion seems superfluous, given the thorough conversation we just had.
On This Day in History:
February 25, 1870, Republican Hiram R. Revels of Mississippi was sworn in as U.S. senator, becoming the first African American member of either house of Congress.
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 Ithaca/Weston High School Wrestling Sectional competitors on a weekend well-done!🤼♂️👏🎉
The girls attended sectionals in Prairie du Chien on Friday evening needing a top 2 finish to secure a trip to Madison. Kaylee Manning finished 4th.
The boys attended sectionals in Westby on Saturday needing a top 3 finish to earn a trip to the Kohl Center.
🥈🥈Nolen Waldner and Kayden Coleman both finished in 2nd place and will begin their quest toward a State Championship on Thursday evening this week. Ashtin Bennet finished 4th.
Find the schedule and get more information on the State Tournament on: https://www.wiaawi.org/Sports/Winter/Boys-Wrestling/Tournament#50771266-individual-state
Get your tickets with: https://www.expressoticketing.com/wiaa/pickevent.aspx?ECN=48
Check out the brackets and keep up online with: https://www.trackwrestling.com/tw/predefinedtournaments/WIAAIndSeries.jsp?year=2025
Watch online (subscription needed): https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/associations/wiaa-wi
Great things are ALWAYS happening in Ms. Durkin's art classes.
Independent art student Holly King with senior project. It’s a Van Gogh inspired starry night bulldog
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Mon. Feb. 24, 2025
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - Choice 1: Hot ham and cheese; Choice 2: Hot turkey and cheese; Vegetable, Fruit, Salad bar, Milk
From Mrs. Thompson:
There will be a forensics team meeting on Wednesday, February 26th during lunch in the LMC. A team photo will be taken that day for performers. Please be keeping up with your emails to stay up to date and schedule rehearsals with coaches.
From Coach Lorenz:
Sign up sheet for High School Track is outside the office. Please sign up by Friday, February 28.
From Ms. Ernzen:
RESCHEDULED: There will be a Book Club meeting in Ms. Ernzen’s room during ATTACK on Friday, February 28th.
From Ms. Bevan:
Just a friendly reminder for 10th and 11th grade students: If you are planning to take a college course in the Fall through the Early College Credit Program, Start College Now, CollEDGE Up, or Youth Apprenticeship, your application is due to Ms. Bevan by March 1st. Please stop and see Ms. Bevan or Mrs. Kershner if you have questions.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Brewer Public Library is hiring an afterschool library assistant for 12 hours a week. The pay is up to $14.75 an hour and applications are being accepted until March 7. Please see Mrs. Zorea or Mrs. Kershner for more details.
Word of the Day:
Quip: a clever remark, or a witty or funny observation or response made on the spur of the moment. The old friends traded quips over dinner and laughed themselves silly.
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.
🤼👏Tomorrow our Ithaca/Weston High School boys wrestlers take to the mat at the Westby Division III Sectional tournament. 🤼👏
Good luck to Derek Franzen, Ashtin Bennett, Nolen Waldner, Kayden Coleman, and Mac Neefe as they continue their pursuit of a State Tournament birth. Action on the mat starts at 10:00am at Westby High School.
Do you want to support our Ithaca/Weston High School sectional wrestling qualifiers (and hopefully State Qualifiers) with a shirt or sweatshirt? Place your order with Coach Clary or Coach McCauley by this Sunday at noon.
👑 Wishing our Ithaca/Weston Girls High School wrestlers Briella Granger and Kaylee Manning good luck at sectionals tonight! 🤼♀️ The girls take the mat at 5:00 P.M. at Prairie du Chien High School.
Orders and money are due today. You can drop off with Mr. McCoy. No late orders will be accepted due to the order needing to be placed tonight. If you have any issues or concerns, please email Mrs. Thompson before 3:30.
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Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Fri. Feb. 21, 2025
Today is a Day 1
Lunch for today - Choice 1: Meatball sub; Choice 2: Italian beef pasta bake; Vegetable, Fruit, Salad bar, Milk
From Mr.Klang:
There will be a Junior Class meeting today, February 21st during ATTACK in Mr. Fetterly’s room.
From the Ithaca Music Boosters:
The popular Racine Kringle and Brewhaha Roasters fundraiser is open! Find your favorite musician to place your order. Funds raised will be credited to each musician's account to offset costs of spring trips or other needs. The next big trip for high schoolers is NEW YORK CITY in 2026! Questions about this fundraiser or the 2026 trip may be directed to Mrs. Thompson. Forms and money for the fundraiser should be turned in to Mrs. Thompson or Mr. McCoy no later than this today, February 21st.
From Mrs. Burnley:
The last day to pre-order your 2024-2025 Ithaca High School Yearbook is today, February 21. Yearbooks are $49 and can be ordered online at Jostens.com.
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this today, February 21. 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 Kindergarten class!
From the Ithaca Lions: We are seeking volunteers for the Pancake Breakfast on Feb 23, 2025. Please sign up to help them help the Ward Family by clicking the link below: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tDQOAT5Jyqvaj16Zr_RjU2ck5P7JNbGbto-QWVaFiac/edit?usp=sharing
From Ms. Ernzen:
RESCHEDULED: There will be a Book Club meeting in Ms. Ernzen’s room during ATTACK on Friday, February 28th.
From Mrs. Zorea:
Brewer Public Library is hiring an afterschool library assistant for 12 hours a week. The pay is up to $14.75 an hour and applications are being accepted until March 7. Please see Mrs. Zorea or Mrs. Kershner for more details.
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.
Fire Safety Student Poster Contest
We were pleased to receive over 900 entries into our fire safety student poster contest from students in grades 4K-12 all across Wisconsin this year. Thank you to all participants for your dedication to promoting fire safety through artistic and educational posters detailing fire safety information.
We are pleased to announce that an Ithaca student's poster has placed in the top three among all grade level submissions in Wisconsin.
Avah Fargen – 3rd place winner! Congratulations Avah!
Kindergartners were excited to finally go outside after several days of indoor recess. Even the teachers were ready to go out!
Indoor recess doesn't have to be boring or a drag! Ithaca elementary students have been finding creative and fun ways to enjoy indoor recess this week.
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
Announcements: Thu. Feb. 20, 2025
Today is a Day 2
Lunch for today - Choice 1: Bulldog bowl with ham and cheese; Choice 2: Bratwurst; Vegetable, Fruit, Salad bar, Milk
From Mrs. Burnley:
FBLA will meet Thursday, February 20th in Mrs. Burnley’s room during ATTACK. Please come if you don’t have a prior commitment. We have some expenses for State FBLA that need to be approved, so we will need a quorum.
From Mrs. Kershner:
RISE Mentors will gather Thursday, February 20th. Please pick up your mentee at your designated time and report to the library for a project.
From FFA:
National FFA week continues with FFA colors and ice cream sundaes tomorrow. Friday wear your FFA gear or blue and yellow . Your FFA officer team will be serving ice cream sundaes during lunch compliments of FFA and the Richland County dairy promotion board.
From the Ithaca Music Boosters:
The popular Racine Kringle and Brewhaha Roasters fundraiser is open! Find your favorite musician to place your order. Funds raised will be credited to each musician's account to offset costs of spring trips or other needs. The next big trip for high schoolers is NEW YORK CITY in 2026! Questions about this fundraiser or the 2026 trip may be directed to Mrs. Thompson. Forms and money for the fundraiser should be turned in to Mrs. Thompson or Mr. McCoy no later than this Friday, February 21st.
From Mrs. Burnley:
The last day to pre-order your 2024-2025 Ithaca High School Yearbook is Friday, February 21. Yearbooks are $49 and can be ordered online at Jostens.com.
From PTSO:
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, February 21. 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 Kindergarten class!
From the Ithaca Lions: We are seeking volunteers for the Pancake Breakfast on Feb 23, 2025. Please sign up to help them help the Ward Family by clicking the link below: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tDQOAT5Jyqvaj16Zr_RjU2ck5P7JNbGbto-QWVaFiac/edit?usp=sharing
From Ms. Ernzen:
RESCHEDULED: There will be a Book Club meeting in Ms. Ernzen’s room during ATTACK on Friday, February 28th.
Word of the Day:
Flounder: to struggle, either physically moving or obtaining footing or in knowing what to do or say. Caught off-guard by the reporter’s question, the mayor floundered for a few moments before remembering the talking points he had rehearsed.
On This Day in History:
In 1962 John Glenn, Jr. was successfully launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, into space aboard the Friendship 7 spacecraft. He was the first American astronaut to orbit Earth.
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.
Popcorn Friday will be this Friday, February 21st. 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 Kindergarten class!
Today is National FFA Week Advisor Appreciation Day! We want to thank our advisor, Ms. Sprecher. Her dedication to our chapter has made a lasting impact on all of our members. Thank you for your tireless efforts in helping each member build confidence and leadership skills. Whether it was preparing for competitions, working on projects, or just offering advice, you have always been there to lend a hand and push each member to be their best. We truly appreciate the time and energy you’ve invested in shaping our chapters' success. Ithaca FFA is so grateful to have you as our advisor! Happy FFA Week!!!
From your Ithaca FFA students
