Ithaca Public Schools Partnerships

Ithaca Public Schools Partners with the Richland School District as part of the Partners for Prevention Coalition of Richland County to offer some services. Learn about anxiety, depression, suicide, vaping, hiding spots, screen addiction and more. Use this link to open the Partners for Prevention Coalition of Richland County Facebook page to review current events and initiatives, find resources, and catch up on other information.

The Southwestern Wisconsin Behavioral Health Partnership's Network of Care serves Richland County along with Grant, Green, Iowa, and Lafayette Counties. Click on this link to review or discover mental health or substance abuse resources available through the Southwestern Wisconsin Behavioral Health Partnership.

Wisconsin's Department of Public Instruction (DPI) provides districts, families, and students with a wealth of resources to address the mental well-being in districts. . Partnerships between schools, youth, families, and mental health providers can result in improved academic outcomes. This Laws and Model Notice is updated yearly. How does DPI define school mental health? Explore for resources and learn why mental health matters in our schools.

Mental Health and Wellness Overview

Imagine A Setting Where.....

  • Children arrive at their school desk ready to learn and succeed

  • They have the coping skills to address their everyday worries, concerns, and stressors

  • They have social skills to establish positive relationships with their peers, teachers and parents

  • They make healthy choices that allow them to focus on their education and prepare for future success

  • And if a problem arises, they have access to early intervention and treatment

Ithaca School District has a team dedicated to addressing the mental health needs of our students.  The School Social Worker and School Counselor work in collaboration with school administration and staff to address the needs of each individual student. 

If you have concerns about your child’s social, emotional, and/or relational wellbeing, please reach out. Our role is to identify student and family needs and connect to the most appropriate resources, whether that be individual or small group support, advocacy, or referral to community resources (counseling, medical support, etc.).

Shelly Pluemer, Ithaca School Social Worker - 608-585-2311 X111 - plueshe@ithaca.k12.wi.us

Meredith Bevan, Ithaca School Counselor - 608-585-2311 X302 - bevamer@ithaca.k12.wi.us