🎶 A Cappella at EMS! 🎶
We recently had the UW–Eau Claire Audacious A Cappella visit our middle school choir students for a fun and inspiring session. They shared what makes a cappella so unique and gave our students a great look at vocal music beyond the classroom.
It was extra special to welcome back Ellsworth grad Maci Gutting, who joined the group for the visit. 💜🐾
Thanks for spending time with our students and sharing your love of music. Panther Pride!
We recently had the UW–Eau Claire Audacious A Cappella visit our middle school choir students for a fun and inspiring session. They shared what makes a cappella so unique and gave our students a great look at vocal music beyond the classroom.
It was extra special to welcome back Ellsworth grad Maci Gutting, who joined the group for the visit. 💜🐾
Thanks for spending time with our students and sharing your love of music. Panther Pride!


Great news! Our new fitness center is now open, and you can register for your membership online. 💪
This space is available for community members and offers a convenient way to stay active right here in Ellsworth.
To learn more and sign up, visit:
👉 https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/o/ellsworthcsd/page/fitness-center
We’re excited to welcome you in. 💜🐾
This space is available for community members and offers a convenient way to stay active right here in Ellsworth.
To learn more and sign up, visit:
👉 https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/o/ellsworthcsd/page/fitness-center
We’re excited to welcome you in. 💜🐾

Due to the extreme cold weather warning, the Ellsworth Community School District will be moving to virtual learning with no in person learning on Friday, January 23rd.
Each building will implement a virtual learning plan for the day.
Additionally, PKC will be closed on Friday, January 23rd.
The timing of the warning impacts late Thursday night until Friday at noon. Therefore, extracurricular activities will remain as scheduled on Thursday and Friday.
Each building will implement a virtual learning plan for the day.
Additionally, PKC will be closed on Friday, January 23rd.
The timing of the warning impacts late Thursday night until Friday at noon. Therefore, extracurricular activities will remain as scheduled on Thursday and Friday.

The Kinne-Engelhart American Legion Post 204 recently donated $630 to the Ellsworth School District Hot Lunch Program, and we are so grateful for their support.
This generous gift helps make sure our students have access to healthy, warm meals each day, which makes a real difference for kids and families in our community. Thank you to the members of Post 204 for always stepping up to support Ellsworth students and for being such a strong partner to our schools.
We truly appreciate you!
This generous gift helps make sure our students have access to healthy, warm meals each day, which makes a real difference for kids and families in our community. Thank you to the members of Post 204 for always stepping up to support Ellsworth students and for being such a strong partner to our schools.
We truly appreciate you!

Our second graders wrapped up their government unit on Rules and Laws in a very meaningful way. ❤️
After learning about how rules and laws help keep our communities safe, students enjoyed visits from Officer Paul, Deputy Smith, Deputy Huppert, and K9 Ares. The officers made great connections between what students were learning in class and how it applies in real life here in our community.
As part of the unit, second grade students also collected food and easy to eat snacks for officers from Pierce County, St. Croix County, and the Woodville Police Department. These snacks were chosen with busy schedules in mind and were a small way to say thank you for all they do.
Our students asked thoughtful questions, made great connections to their learning, and showed just how engaged and caring they are. What a great example of learning in action. 💜🐾
After learning about how rules and laws help keep our communities safe, students enjoyed visits from Officer Paul, Deputy Smith, Deputy Huppert, and K9 Ares. The officers made great connections between what students were learning in class and how it applies in real life here in our community.
As part of the unit, second grade students also collected food and easy to eat snacks for officers from Pierce County, St. Croix County, and the Woodville Police Department. These snacks were chosen with busy schedules in mind and were a small way to say thank you for all they do.
Our students asked thoughtful questions, made great connections to their learning, and showed just how engaged and caring they are. What a great example of learning in action. 💜🐾




MENU CHANGE FOR THURSDAY JANUARY 22
Pizza Crunchers
Sunchips
Steamed Broccoli
Choice of Fruit
FRIDAYS MENU - TO BE DETERMINED

Have questions or want to learn more about the upcoming referendum?
Join Superintendent Nadeau for an informal Coffee & Conversation at Sawyer Joe's. This is a relaxed opportunity to ask questions, hear more details, and have open conversation in a welcoming setting. Grab a cup of coffee and stop by. We'd love to see you there!
Join Superintendent Nadeau for an informal Coffee & Conversation at Sawyer Joe's. This is a relaxed opportunity to ask questions, hear more details, and have open conversation in a welcoming setting. Grab a cup of coffee and stop by. We'd love to see you there!

Would you like to learn more about the upcoming referendum? We want our community to have the facts and feel confident about how this decision impacts our school district.
Your vote matters, and being informed matters too. We hope you’ll take advantage of one of these opportunities to learn more and be part of the conversation. 💜🐾
Your vote matters, and being informed matters too. We hope you’ll take advantage of one of these opportunities to learn more and be part of the conversation. 💜🐾

Our middle school Phy Ed teachers, Ms. Yaeger and Mr. Campbell, came up with a fun way to encourage participation in nontraditional sports and get students outside, especially during hunting season. 🦌🌲
Students were invited to share their hunting experiences, and it gave us a sneak peek at some pretty impressive bucks they were seeing this season. Even better, it was all about participation, not just the outcome.
They recognized four different winners:
• Biggest Buck – awarded to the student who harvested the largest buck
• Three Buck Board Winners – students chosen at random who harvested either a buck or a doe
• Unsuccessful Hunter – awarded to a student who went hunting but didn’t harvest anything
The goal was to celebrate time outdoors, effort, and participation, not just success. Students loved it, and it was a great way to highlight learning and experiences happening beyond the classroom. 💜🐾
Students were invited to share their hunting experiences, and it gave us a sneak peek at some pretty impressive bucks they were seeing this season. Even better, it was all about participation, not just the outcome.
They recognized four different winners:
• Biggest Buck – awarded to the student who harvested the largest buck
• Three Buck Board Winners – students chosen at random who harvested either a buck or a doe
• Unsuccessful Hunter – awarded to a student who went hunting but didn’t harvest anything
The goal was to celebrate time outdoors, effort, and participation, not just success. Students loved it, and it was a great way to highlight learning and experiences happening beyond the classroom. 💜🐾





We’re excited to share with the Ellsworth community that the ECSD Hall of Fame Committee met in early January and reviewed many thoughtful and deserving nominations.
We’re proud to announce the 2026 ECSD Hall of Fame Inductees:
💜 Judi Helmer
💜 William "Cubby" Huber
💜 Milton Helmer
These individuals will be honored with a dinner and induction ceremony on Saturday, March 21 at 6:00 pm in the Ellsworth High School Cafetorium.
We would love for you to join us as we celebrate their lasting contributions to our schools and community alongside their friends and families.
🎟️ Tickets are available here:
https://gofan.co/event/5809431?schoolId=WI19699
Please feel free to share this with anyone who may be interested in helping us celebrate these special people.
We’re proud to announce the 2026 ECSD Hall of Fame Inductees:
💜 Judi Helmer
💜 William "Cubby" Huber
💜 Milton Helmer
These individuals will be honored with a dinner and induction ceremony on Saturday, March 21 at 6:00 pm in the Ellsworth High School Cafetorium.
We would love for you to join us as we celebrate their lasting contributions to our schools and community alongside their friends and families.
🎟️ Tickets are available here:
https://gofan.co/event/5809431?schoolId=WI19699
Please feel free to share this with anyone who may be interested in helping us celebrate these special people.

Our district website includes important information on the referendum being held on April 7. Visit the website to learn all you can about the needs and cost of the proposed plan for our district!
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/2026-operational-referendum
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/2026-operational-referendum

At last night's regular meeting, the School Board approved a resolution for the operational referendum that will appear on the April 7, 2026 ballot. The current operational levy in the amount of $1,300,000 is expiring at the end of this school year. In response to community survey results, administration recommended and the School Board approved moving forward with an operational referendum in the amount of $2,185,000 for four years.
More information regarding the operational referendum will be coming in the form of newsletters, flyers, website, and social media. Members of the district leadership will be available at school events between now and the election. As always, you can reach out to me at nadeaub@ellsworth.k12.wi.us or 715-273-3900 for more information.
Sincerely,
Brian Nadeau
Superintendent

💙💛 An update we’ve been hoping to share
We received a message from the principal of Radomyshl HUB Lyceum 2 letting us know that the school supplies our students raised and shipped have arrived safely.
The principal shared that the pupils and teachers were extremely pleasantly surprised. The school supplies will be used during lessons and for creative activities. The blankets will be especially helpful when students are in shelters during air raid alerts. The torches are critical during power outages, and the calculators will be put to good use in math classes.
Most meaningful of all, they shared how much the gifts, fundraising effort, and letters of support meant to them. They said the entire shipment brought joy and a strong feeling of support, and that they were deeply touched by our students’ kindness.
We are so proud of our students for organizing this fundraiser and showing what it means to care for others, even across the world. 💜🐾
We received a message from the principal of Radomyshl HUB Lyceum 2 letting us know that the school supplies our students raised and shipped have arrived safely.
The principal shared that the pupils and teachers were extremely pleasantly surprised. The school supplies will be used during lessons and for creative activities. The blankets will be especially helpful when students are in shelters during air raid alerts. The torches are critical during power outages, and the calculators will be put to good use in math classes.
Most meaningful of all, they shared how much the gifts, fundraising effort, and letters of support meant to them. They said the entire shipment brought joy and a strong feeling of support, and that they were deeply touched by our students’ kindness.
We are so proud of our students for organizing this fundraiser and showing what it means to care for others, even across the world. 💜🐾









🎉 Live Professional Wrestling is coming to Ellsworth! 🎉
The Grad Lock-In Party Committee helped bring this event to town, and a portion of ticket sales will go directly toward fundraising for Senior Grad Night. It’s a fun way to support the Class of 2026 and enjoy an exciting night out.
💥 Alliance Pro – Curd City Classic
📅 Saturday, January 17
🚪 Doors open at 6:00 PM
🔔 Bell rings at 7:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets:
• Ringside Seats – $15
• General Admission – $10
👉 Tickets available online:
https://tickets.aroundrivercity.com/events/alliance-pro-10-1-17-2026
Come out, cheer loud, and help support our seniors! 💜🐾
The Grad Lock-In Party Committee helped bring this event to town, and a portion of ticket sales will go directly toward fundraising for Senior Grad Night. It’s a fun way to support the Class of 2026 and enjoy an exciting night out.
💥 Alliance Pro – Curd City Classic
📅 Saturday, January 17
🚪 Doors open at 6:00 PM
🔔 Bell rings at 7:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets:
• Ringside Seats – $15
• General Admission – $10
👉 Tickets available online:
https://tickets.aroundrivercity.com/events/alliance-pro-10-1-17-2026
Come out, cheer loud, and help support our seniors! 💜🐾

📅 Calendar Correction
We want to clarify an error that appeared in our Back to School newsletter that was sent out in August. The calendar on the back page incorrectly showed no school on Friday, January 16.
✅ There IS school on Friday, January 16.
❌ There is no school on Monday, January 19 due to Teacher Professional Development.
Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your help in sharing this update.
We want to clarify an error that appeared in our Back to School newsletter that was sent out in August. The calendar on the back page incorrectly showed no school on Friday, January 16.
✅ There IS school on Friday, January 16.
❌ There is no school on Monday, January 19 due to Teacher Professional Development.
Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your help in sharing this update.

🪵✨ Hands-on learning in action!
Our foreign exchange student Max Revolta-Piot has been hard at work in General Woods class, putting time and care into building his own table. It’s been great to see his focus, creativity, and craftsmanship come together as the project takes shape.
We love seeing students learn new skills and take pride in what they create. Nice work, Max! 💜🐾
Our foreign exchange student Max Revolta-Piot has been hard at work in General Woods class, putting time and care into building his own table. It’s been great to see his focus, creativity, and craftsmanship come together as the project takes shape.
We love seeing students learn new skills and take pride in what they create. Nice work, Max! 💜🐾

🩺 A Message from the School Nurse 🩺
We want to remind families about important guidelines to help keep everyone healthy this season:
🌡️ Fever: If your child has a fever of 100.0°F or higher, they should remain at home until they are fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.
🤢 Vomiting or Diarrhea: If your child experiences vomiting or excessive diarrhea (three or more episodes within 24 hours), they can return to school once they have been free of symptoms for 24 hours.
🔍 Please monitor your student’s health closely before sending them to school. If they are feeling unwell with symptoms like fever, vomiting, or diarrhea, allow them to recover at home to help reduce the spread of illness within our buildings.
Your efforts make a big difference in keeping everyone well. Thank you for your cooperation and care! 💙
We want to remind families about important guidelines to help keep everyone healthy this season:
🌡️ Fever: If your child has a fever of 100.0°F or higher, they should remain at home until they are fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.
🤢 Vomiting or Diarrhea: If your child experiences vomiting or excessive diarrhea (three or more episodes within 24 hours), they can return to school once they have been free of symptoms for 24 hours.
🔍 Please monitor your student’s health closely before sending them to school. If they are feeling unwell with symptoms like fever, vomiting, or diarrhea, allow them to recover at home to help reduce the spread of illness within our buildings.
Your efforts make a big difference in keeping everyone well. Thank you for your cooperation and care! 💙

The Ellsworth Community School District will hold a child development screening (ages 3, 4 & 5 years old) day on February 4, 2026 at the Ellsworth Elementary School.
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to learn about your child’s development in speech/language, gross motor, fine motor and play skills. During the screening your child will participate in a playgroup where social, communication, motor and early learning skills will be observed. In addition, your child’s vision and hearing will be screened. Screening is required before 4K enrollment is approved.
Appointments are required. For an appointment please call Tina Hallock at 715-273-3912 or hallockt@ellsworth.k12.wi.us.
Please contact the school with any questions.
Office 715-273-3912
Email: hallockt@ellsworth.k12.wi.us or zimmermanm@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
FUTURE SCREENING DATES:
March 18, 2029
April 15, 2026
This is a wonderful opportunity for you to learn about your child’s development in speech/language, gross motor, fine motor and play skills. During the screening your child will participate in a playgroup where social, communication, motor and early learning skills will be observed. In addition, your child’s vision and hearing will be screened. Screening is required before 4K enrollment is approved.
Appointments are required. For an appointment please call Tina Hallock at 715-273-3912 or hallockt@ellsworth.k12.wi.us.
Please contact the school with any questions.
Office 715-273-3912
Email: hallockt@ellsworth.k12.wi.us or zimmermanm@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
FUTURE SCREENING DATES:
March 18, 2029
April 15, 2026

🎭 EMS Musical Tickets Are On Sale! 🎶
Come support our talented students at Ellsworth Middle School and enjoy a great night of theater.
Show Dates & Times:
📅 Thursday, Feb 5 at 7:00pm
📅 Friday, Feb 6 at 7:00pm
📅 Saturday, Feb 7 at 7:00pm
📅 Sunday, Feb 8 at 2:00pm
🎟️ Tickets:
Grab yours here: https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19699?activity=Performing%20Arts
We’d love to see a full house cheering on our EMS performers! 💜👏
Come support our talented students at Ellsworth Middle School and enjoy a great night of theater.
Show Dates & Times:
📅 Thursday, Feb 5 at 7:00pm
📅 Friday, Feb 6 at 7:00pm
📅 Saturday, Feb 7 at 7:00pm
📅 Sunday, Feb 8 at 2:00pm
🎟️ Tickets:
Grab yours here: https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19699?activity=Performing%20Arts
We’d love to see a full house cheering on our EMS performers! 💜👏

Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
Looking for something creative, fun, or totally different? This week’s Community Education offerings have a little bit of everything!
💖 Galentine/Valentine Jewelry Making Party
Design your own one-of-a-kind jewelry using colorful beads and adorable charms. This relaxing, hands-on class lets you create earrings, bracelets, necklaces, key chains, zipper pulls, pins, and more. With thousands of beads and charms to choose from, you’ll leave with multiple pieces that match your style.
🐉 Dragon Fest
Calling all dragon and fantasy fans! Join us on this ECSD no-school day for a dragon-themed celebration. Dress up in your favorite dragon gear, play trivia, create dragon eggs and other crafts, talk about beloved book series, and take on breakout challenges. Registration opens February 1 through the library.
🎹🎸 Instant Piano & Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People
Learn the basics of playing piano or guitar in just a few hours using the chord method professionals use. This fun, beginner-friendly online class (via Zoom) includes an online book, follow-up lessons, a class recording, and optional Q&A sessions. Open to ages 13+.
👉 Interested in these or other Community Ed offerings?
Visit our website to view the full catalog and register:
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/community-education
Get involved. Get connected. Try something new 💜🐾
Looking for something creative, fun, or totally different? This week’s Community Education offerings have a little bit of everything!
💖 Galentine/Valentine Jewelry Making Party
Design your own one-of-a-kind jewelry using colorful beads and adorable charms. This relaxing, hands-on class lets you create earrings, bracelets, necklaces, key chains, zipper pulls, pins, and more. With thousands of beads and charms to choose from, you’ll leave with multiple pieces that match your style.
🐉 Dragon Fest
Calling all dragon and fantasy fans! Join us on this ECSD no-school day for a dragon-themed celebration. Dress up in your favorite dragon gear, play trivia, create dragon eggs and other crafts, talk about beloved book series, and take on breakout challenges. Registration opens February 1 through the library.
🎹🎸 Instant Piano & Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People
Learn the basics of playing piano or guitar in just a few hours using the chord method professionals use. This fun, beginner-friendly online class (via Zoom) includes an online book, follow-up lessons, a class recording, and optional Q&A sessions. Open to ages 13+.
👉 Interested in these or other Community Ed offerings?
Visit our website to view the full catalog and register:
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/community-education
Get involved. Get connected. Try something new 💜🐾

