🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
We’re excited to welcome Nicholas Mohrhauser to ECSD as a High School Math Teacher!
Nicholas is from Hammond, Wisconsin, and attended UW-River Falls. When he’s not doing math, you might find him camping, hiking, dog walking, enjoying music or watching hockey.
Nicholas comes from a family of teachers who helped inspire him to pursue a career in education as well. As he begins his first year of teaching, he is looking forward to getting to know his students, settling into his new role and becoming involved in the Ellsworth community.
💜 Welcome to the Panther family, Nicholas! We’re happy to have you at EHS! 🐾
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
Please help us welcome Marissa Woletz, our new Middle School Choir Teacher! 🎶
Originally from Clear Lake, Wisconsin, Marissa earned her undergraduate degree from UW-River Falls and her master’s degree from UW-Madison. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her niece and nephew, shopping, reading, playing piano and, of course, singing!
Marissa lives in River Falls with her wife, Maggie, who is a 2019 Ellsworth graduate and special education teacher in Hudson, and their three pets, Simba, Nala and Koda.
Marissa says she is most looking forward to making new connections and making music with her students! 🎵
💜 Welcome to ECSD, Marissa! We can’t wait to hear the music you and your students create this year! 🐾
Please help us welcome Marissa Woletz, our new Middle School Choir Teacher! 🎶
Originally from Clear Lake, Wisconsin, Marissa earned her undergraduate degree from UW-River Falls and her master’s degree from UW-Madison. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her niece and nephew, shopping, reading, playing piano and, of course, singing!
Marissa lives in River Falls with her wife, Maggie, who is a 2019 Ellsworth graduate and special education teacher in Hudson, and their three pets, Simba, Nala and Koda.
Marissa says she is most looking forward to making new connections and making music with her students! 🎵
💜 Welcome to ECSD, Marissa! We can’t wait to hear the music you and your students create this year! 🐾
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
We’re happy to welcome Kristin Hoppe to the Panther family! Kristin will be joining ECSD as a Special Education Teaching Assistant and Panther Kids Club staff member.
Kristin is from Ellsworth and attended UW-Stout. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors, traveling and creating lasting memories with family and friends.
Kristin is looking forward to getting to know her students, working alongside ECSD staff and making a positive impact throughout the school year.
💜 Welcome to the team, Kristin! We’re excited to have you with us! 🐾
We’re happy to welcome Kristin Hoppe to the Panther family! Kristin will be joining ECSD as a Special Education Teaching Assistant and Panther Kids Club staff member.
Kristin is from Ellsworth and attended UW-Stout. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors, traveling and creating lasting memories with family and friends.
Kristin is looking forward to getting to know her students, working alongside ECSD staff and making a positive impact throughout the school year.
💜 Welcome to the team, Kristin! We’re excited to have you with us! 🐾
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
Please help us welcome Tracy Boesel, who will be joining ECSD as an Special Education Teaching Assistant.
Tracy is from Maiden Rock and attended Century College. She enjoys anything artsy, fall camping, fishing, spending time with her grandkids and shopping for vintage furniture to redo rooms in her 1900 farmhouse!
Tracy and her husband, met in 6th grade and have been a blended family for 14 years. Together they have eight kids and eight grandkids!
This year, Tracy is especially looking forward to meeting all of the new staff and students.
💜 Welcome to ECSD, Tracy! We’re glad you’re here! 🐾
Please help us welcome Tracy Boesel, who will be joining ECSD as an Special Education Teaching Assistant.
Tracy is from Maiden Rock and attended Century College. She enjoys anything artsy, fall camping, fishing, spending time with her grandkids and shopping for vintage furniture to redo rooms in her 1900 farmhouse!
Tracy and her husband, met in 6th grade and have been a blended family for 14 years. Together they have eight kids and eight grandkids!
This year, Tracy is especially looking forward to meeting all of the new staff and students.
💜 Welcome to ECSD, Tracy! We’re glad you’re here! 🐾
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
We’re excited to welcome Alyssa Pechacek to ECSD as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant!
Alyssa is an Ellsworth native and is currently attending UW-Eau Claire, where she is working toward her bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences. She enjoys teaching dance, coaching the Ellsworth Dance Team and spending time with family, friends and her puppy, Tucker. 🐶
For Alyssa, beginning her career in the same district where she grew up is especially meaningful. She is looking forward to getting to know our students, building relationships throughout the school community and learning from the experienced staff around her.
💜 Welcome back to ECSD in a new role, Alyssa! We’re so happy to have you on our team! 🐾
We’re excited to welcome Alyssa Pechacek to ECSD as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant!
Alyssa is an Ellsworth native and is currently attending UW-Eau Claire, where she is working toward her bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences. She enjoys teaching dance, coaching the Ellsworth Dance Team and spending time with family, friends and her puppy, Tucker. 🐶
For Alyssa, beginning her career in the same district where she grew up is especially meaningful. She is looking forward to getting to know our students, building relationships throughout the school community and learning from the experienced staff around her.
💜 Welcome back to ECSD in a new role, Alyssa! We’re so happy to have you on our team! 🐾
🏈💜 Homecoming is right around the corner! 💜🏈
Get ready to show your Panther Pride and order your 2026 Homecoming apparel and buttons!
👕 T-shirts
💜 Sweatshirts
📣 Homecoming Buttons
📅 ORDER DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 3
Each order form allows you to purchase up to 3 t-shirts, 3 sweatshirts, and 3 buttons. Need more? Simply submit an additional form.
⚠️ Important: Your order is not complete until payment has been submitted. Be sure to finish the payment process before exiting the form.
🛒 Order your Homecoming gear here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQoeQXj64pMlv1ESFNYhLk-y0XWBsoYCkui6jq9vZCqi80sQ/viewform?pli=1
Let’s fill the halls and stands with Panther Pride! 💜🤍🐾
Get ready to show your Panther Pride and order your 2026 Homecoming apparel and buttons!
👕 T-shirts
💜 Sweatshirts
📣 Homecoming Buttons
📅 ORDER DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 3
Each order form allows you to purchase up to 3 t-shirts, 3 sweatshirts, and 3 buttons. Need more? Simply submit an additional form.
⚠️ Important: Your order is not complete until payment has been submitted. Be sure to finish the payment process before exiting the form.
🛒 Order your Homecoming gear here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQoeQXj64pMlv1ESFNYhLk-y0XWBsoYCkui6jq9vZCqi80sQ/viewform?pli=1
Let’s fill the halls and stands with Panther Pride! 💜🤍🐾
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
Help us welcome Olivia Knapp to the Ellsworth Community School District! Olivia will be joining ECSD as a Special Education Teaching Assistant.
Olivia is from Red Wing, Minnesota, and enjoys dance and crafts. As she begins her new role, she is most looking forward to getting to know everyone and becoming part of the ECSD community.
💜 Welcome to the Panther family, Olivia! We’re excited to have you with us! 🐾
Help us welcome Olivia Knapp to the Ellsworth Community School District! Olivia will be joining ECSD as a Special Education Teaching Assistant.
Olivia is from Red Wing, Minnesota, and enjoys dance and crafts. As she begins her new role, she is most looking forward to getting to know everyone and becoming part of the ECSD community.
💜 Welcome to the Panther family, Olivia! We’re excited to have you with us! 🐾
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
We’re excited to welcome Jake Ball to ECSD as a 2nd Grade Teacher!
Jake is originally from Lino Lakes, Minnesota, and attended UW-River Falls. Outside of the classroom, he enjoys playing volleyball and basketball, reading and watching movies. He also has a younger brother and sister and two dogs, Mikko and Reya. 🐶
As he begins the new school year, Jake says he is especially looking forward to getting to know the students and families of Ellsworth.
💜 Welcome to the Panther family, Jake! We’re so glad you’re here! 🐾
We’re excited to welcome Jake Ball to ECSD as a 2nd Grade Teacher!
Jake is originally from Lino Lakes, Minnesota, and attended UW-River Falls. Outside of the classroom, he enjoys playing volleyball and basketball, reading and watching movies. He also has a younger brother and sister and two dogs, Mikko and Reya. 🐶
As he begins the new school year, Jake says he is especially looking forward to getting to know the students and families of Ellsworth.
💜 Welcome to the Panther family, Jake! We’re so glad you’re here! 🐾
🚗💦 Get Your Car Washed & Support EHS Science! 🧪🔬
As part of the EHS Day of Service on Wednesday, August 26, our EHS Science Department will be hosting a FREEWILL DONATION CAR WASH!
Stop by, get your car cleaned up, and support our students while they spend the day giving back to the community. ❤️
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🚗 Freewill donations accepted
Come on out and put our students to work! 😉🧽💦
As part of the EHS Day of Service on Wednesday, August 26, our EHS Science Department will be hosting a FREEWILL DONATION CAR WASH!
Stop by, get your car cleaned up, and support our students while they spend the day giving back to the community. ❤️
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🚗 Freewill donations accepted
Come on out and put our students to work! 😉🧽💦
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
Please help us welcome Alicia Schwalbe to the Ellsworth Community School District! Alicia will be joining us as a Special Education Teaching Assistant.
Alicia is from right here in Ellsworth and enjoys car shows, reading and fishing. When she’s not working, you might also find her spending time with her husband and their cat, Minnie. 🐱
Alicia says she is most looking forward to becoming part of the Ellsworth School District family and making new connections!
💜 Welcome to ECSD, Alicia! We’re excited to have you on our team! 🐾
Please help us welcome Alicia Schwalbe to the Ellsworth Community School District! Alicia will be joining us as a Special Education Teaching Assistant.
Alicia is from right here in Ellsworth and enjoys car shows, reading and fishing. When she’s not working, you might also find her spending time with her husband and their cat, Minnie. 🐱
Alicia says she is most looking forward to becoming part of the Ellsworth School District family and making new connections!
💜 Welcome to ECSD, Alicia! We’re excited to have you on our team! 🐾
🎉 WELCOME TO ECSD! 🎉
Help us welcome Cade Hanson, one of our new staff members for the 2026-2027 school year! Cade will be joining ECSD as a School Counselor.
Originally from Elk Mound, Cade attended UW-Stout. He enjoys disc golf, just about any sport, and collecting vinyl records. He comes from a family of two brothers and two sisters and is also the proud uncle of a niece and nephew!
This year, Cade is looking forward to dedicating himself to one place and learning more about the Ellsworth area.
💜 Welcome to the Panther family, Cade! We’re happy to have you here! 🐾
Help us welcome Cade Hanson, one of our new staff members for the 2026-2027 school year! Cade will be joining ECSD as a School Counselor.
Originally from Elk Mound, Cade attended UW-Stout. He enjoys disc golf, just about any sport, and collecting vinyl records. He comes from a family of two brothers and two sisters and is also the proud uncle of a niece and nephew!
This year, Cade is looking forward to dedicating himself to one place and learning more about the Ellsworth area.
💜 Welcome to the Panther family, Cade! We’re happy to have you here! 🐾
📬 Check your mailboxes!
Our 2026-2027 ECSD District Foldout Calendars & Annual Newsletter headed to the post office yesterday, so they should be arriving in your mailbox soon!
Be sure to hang onto your foldout calendar for easy reference throughout the upcoming school year. 📅💜
⚠️ CALENDAR CORRECTION:
We noticed one date was misprinted on the foldout calendar. The Ellsworth Middle School Picture Day is THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, not September 4 as listed on the calendar.
We apologize for the error and appreciate your understanding!
Keep an eye on those mailboxes! 👀📬
Our 2026-2027 ECSD District Foldout Calendars & Annual Newsletter headed to the post office yesterday, so they should be arriving in your mailbox soon!
Be sure to hang onto your foldout calendar for easy reference throughout the upcoming school year. 📅💜
⚠️ CALENDAR CORRECTION:
We noticed one date was misprinted on the foldout calendar. The Ellsworth Middle School Picture Day is THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, not September 4 as listed on the calendar.
We apologize for the error and appreciate your understanding!
Keep an eye on those mailboxes! 👀📬
🥞 Did you know breakfast is available at ALL THREE schools? 🍎
We want to make sure families know that the Free & Reduced Meal Program applies to breakfast AND lunch!
🍳 Breakfast Prices:
💜 Paid Students: $2.35
💜 Reduced-Price Students: $0.30
💜 Students who qualify for free meals: FREE
Starting the day with breakfast can help students feel ready to learn, and we want every family to know this option is available. If your student qualifies for free or reduced-price meals, those benefits can be used for school breakfast too!
Please help us spread the word so all of our Panther families know! 💜🐾
We want to make sure families know that the Free & Reduced Meal Program applies to breakfast AND lunch!
🍳 Breakfast Prices:
💜 Paid Students: $2.35
💜 Reduced-Price Students: $0.30
💜 Students who qualify for free meals: FREE
Starting the day with breakfast can help students feel ready to learn, and we want every family to know this option is available. If your student qualifies for free or reduced-price meals, those benefits can be used for school breakfast too!
Please help us spread the word so all of our Panther families know! 💜🐾
🏫💜 OPEN HOUSE WEEK IS HERE! 💜🏫
We’re excited to welcome our Panther families back into our buildings this week!
Open House is a great time to:
🍎 Meet your teachers
📚 Check out your classrooms
🗓️ Go over your schedule
🔐 Middle & High School students, find your locker and get it ready for the year
📸 Elementary students, don’t forget that school pictures will be taken during Open House, so come picture ready!
👋 Reconnect with friends and staff
We can’t wait to see our hallways filled with students and families again. See you at Open House! 💜🐾
#EllsworthPanthers #BackToSchool #PantherPride
We’re excited to welcome our Panther families back into our buildings this week!
Open House is a great time to:
🍎 Meet your teachers
📚 Check out your classrooms
🗓️ Go over your schedule
🔐 Middle & High School students, find your locker and get it ready for the year
📸 Elementary students, don’t forget that school pictures will be taken during Open House, so come picture ready!
👋 Reconnect with friends and staff
We can’t wait to see our hallways filled with students and families again. See you at Open House! 💜🐾
#EllsworthPanthers #BackToSchool #PantherPride
Just a heads-up! The Ellsworth Community School District Office will be closed tomorrow, Friday, August 14, for our annual cleaning.
We appreciate your understanding and will be back to regular business on Monday. 💜🤍
We appreciate your understanding and will be back to regular business on Monday. 💜🤍
Last week we welcomed our 4K-1st grade and 6th grade students back into our buildings to help them ease back into the school routine before the first day of classes.
Jump Start is designed to help students get back into the swing of school through engaging math and reading activities while also enjoying fun, structured games and activities with their classmates. It's a great way to build confidence, reconnect with friends, meet new classmates, and start the school year on a positive note.
Thank you to our students, families, and staff for making Jump Start a success. We loved seeing our buildings filled with smiling faces again, and we can't wait to welcome everyone back for our interim days in a few week!💜🐾
We’re Seeking Substitute Teachers!
Do you have an Associate’s Degree or higher?
Are you interested in making a difference in our schools?
Daily Pay: $185
License Requirement: Wisconsin allows individuals with an Associate’s Degree or higher to apply for a Short-Term Substitute License.
Training: Before applying for the license, you must complete a training program.
The Ellsworth Community School District is excited to provide this training at no cost to you!
Do you have an Associate’s Degree or higher?
Are you interested in making a difference in our schools?
Daily Pay: $185
License Requirement: Wisconsin allows individuals with an Associate’s Degree or higher to apply for a Short-Term Substitute License.
Training: Before applying for the license, you must complete a training program.
The Ellsworth Community School District is excited to provide this training at no cost to you!
HS STUDENTS!!! Mark your calendars! Our annual Ellsworth High School Day of Service is happening a little earlier this year.
Instead of September, we'll be serving our community during Interim Days on Wednesday, August 26 (with a rain date of August 27).
This special day gives EHS students the opportunity to earn valuable community service hours required for graduation while making a positive impact throughout the Ellsworth community.
Here's what the day will include:
💜 Morning community service projects
🌭 A picnic lunch together
🏫 An afternoon back at school
New this year, service projects will be organized by Advisory, include student input, and feature some friendly competition between advisories!
We're excited to see our students working together, giving back, and making a difference in our community. #EllsworthPanthers #DayOfService #PantherPride
Instead of September, we'll be serving our community during Interim Days on Wednesday, August 26 (with a rain date of August 27).
This special day gives EHS students the opportunity to earn valuable community service hours required for graduation while making a positive impact throughout the Ellsworth community.
Here's what the day will include:
💜 Morning community service projects
🌭 A picnic lunch together
🏫 An afternoon back at school
New this year, service projects will be organized by Advisory, include student input, and feature some friendly competition between advisories!
We're excited to see our students working together, giving back, and making a difference in our community. #EllsworthPanthers #DayOfService #PantherPride
We’re Seeking Substitute Teachers!
Do you have an Associate’s Degree or higher?
Are you interested in making a difference in our schools?
Daily Pay: $185
License Requirement: Wisconsin allows individuals with an Associate’s Degree or higher to apply for a Short-Term Substitute License.
Training: Before applying for the license, you must complete a training program.
The Ellsworth Community School District is excited to provide this training at no cost to you!
Do you have an Associate’s Degree or higher?
Are you interested in making a difference in our schools?
Daily Pay: $185
License Requirement: Wisconsin allows individuals with an Associate’s Degree or higher to apply for a Short-Term Substitute License.
Training: Before applying for the license, you must complete a training program.
The Ellsworth Community School District is excited to provide this training at no cost to you!
📸 Picture Day is just around the corner! 😁
Mark your calendars for your student's school picture day!
🟣 Ellsworth Elementary School (EES)
📅 Tuesday, August 19
🕑 During Open House
⏰ 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
🟣 Ellsworth Middle School (EMS) & Ellsworth High School (EHS)
📅 Thursday, September 3
Families can find everything they need to know about Picture Day, including outfit tips, background options, and photo ordering information here:
https://cahillphotostudio.com/picture-day
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another great school year. See you on Picture Day! 📷💜
Mark your calendars for your student's school picture day!
🟣 Ellsworth Elementary School (EES)
📅 Tuesday, August 19
🕑 During Open House
⏰ 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
🟣 Ellsworth Middle School (EMS) & Ellsworth High School (EHS)
📅 Thursday, September 3
Families can find everything they need to know about Picture Day, including outfit tips, background options, and photo ordering information here:
https://cahillphotostudio.com/picture-day
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another great school year. See you on Picture Day! 📷💜
