Mark Your Calendars!
There are some fun community events coming up in the Ellsworth area! 💜
Check out the information below and make plans to join in the fun. We love sharing opportunities that bring our students, families, and community together!
👇 Take a look at what’s coming up!
There are some fun community events coming up in the Ellsworth area! 💜
Check out the information below and make plans to join in the fun. We love sharing opportunities that bring our students, families, and community together!
👇 Take a look at what’s coming up!
The Ellsworth Community School District is proud to recognize three outstanding local businesses as part of the 2026 Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) Business Honor Roll!
💜 Common Man Tap & Table
From hiring local students to supporting our staff and schools, Common Man continues to be a wonderful community partner. Last spring, they even donated food for our end-of-year staff celebration without being asked!
💜 Country Fit Wellness & Nutrition
Country Fit is always thinking of our students and staff! From special “tea drops” to shakes, teas, discounts and deliveries, their generosity and support are greatly appreciated throughout our district.
💜 Nilssen’s Foods
Nilssen’s has been a longtime supporter of our schools through donations, concession stand items, discounted products and support of events and organizations that directly benefit our students.
We are incredibly fortunate to have businesses in our community that believe in and support public education. Thank you, Common Man Tap & Table, Country Fit Wellness & Nutrition and Nilssen’s Foods for being such wonderful partners of the Ellsworth Community School District! 💜🤍🐾
📸 Pictured: Jared & Katie Traynor and family, and CJ Pedersen.
The Ellsworth Community School District is hiring a Special Education teacher at the High School with the availability of an immediate start date.
Interns and December graduates are encouraged to apply. You will be part of a team with three other case managers, a strong Student Services team and support for the mid-year transition. Applicants that are eligible for a One Year License with Stipulations are also encouraged to apply.
Ideal candidate should hold or be able to obtain Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction 1801- Cross Categorical Special Education however, other Special Education licensure considered.
Applicants can apply by submitting an application in WECAN along with a cover letter expressing interest, resume, letters of recommendation, transcripts, and copy of licensure. This vacancy will be open until the position is filled.
https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicCertified/3619
Interns and December graduates are encouraged to apply. You will be part of a team with three other case managers, a strong Student Services team and support for the mid-year transition. Applicants that are eligible for a One Year License with Stipulations are also encouraged to apply.
Ideal candidate should hold or be able to obtain Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction 1801- Cross Categorical Special Education however, other Special Education licensure considered.
Applicants can apply by submitting an application in WECAN along with a cover letter expressing interest, resume, letters of recommendation, transcripts, and copy of licensure. This vacancy will be open until the position is filled.
https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicCertified/3619
🔧🐾 Introducing Panther Manufacturing! 🐾🔧
We’re excited to share that our Ellsworth High School students are getting hands-on, real-world experience through Panther Manufacturing!
This student-led program gives students the opportunity to put their skills to work, gain valuable experience, and see firsthand what goes into running a manufacturing operation.
Be sure to follow Panther Manufacturing on Facebook to see what our students are creating, learn more about their work, and follow along as this exciting program grows!
👉 Check out their Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61595275503657
We can’t wait to see what our Panthers create! 💜🐾
We’re excited to share that our Ellsworth High School students are getting hands-on, real-world experience through Panther Manufacturing!
This student-led program gives students the opportunity to put their skills to work, gain valuable experience, and see firsthand what goes into running a manufacturing operation.
Be sure to follow Panther Manufacturing on Facebook to see what our students are creating, learn more about their work, and follow along as this exciting program grows!
👉 Check out their Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61595275503657
We can’t wait to see what our Panthers create! 💜🐾
📅 CALENDAR CORRECTION
We noticed an incorrect date on our district fold-out calendar for February Parent-Teacher Conferences. Please note the correct dates and times for each building:
🏫 EES: Wednesday, February 17 | 4:00–7:30 p.m.
🏫 EMS: Thursday, February 18 | 4:00–7:30 p.m.
🏫 EHS Advisory/Parent-Teacher Conferences: Thursday, February 18 | 4:00–8:00 p.m.
Please update your calendars, and we apologize for the error and any confusion! 💜
Interested in Joining the EHS Ice Fishing Team?
The Ellsworth High School Ice Fishing Team is open to students of all experience levels! Whether you’re an experienced angler or have never ice fished before, this is a great opportunity to learn new skills, enjoy the outdoors, and compete in WIFA tournaments, including the State Tournament.
No previous experience or personal equipment is required!
📅 Informational Meeting: October 27
⏰ Time: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: EHS Library
Students interested in joining should attend with at least one parent or guardian. The meeting will cover costs, transportation, safety, sponsorships, tournaments, and required paperwork.
The team fee is $75, with possible additional costs for activities and tournaments.
Questions? Contact ehsfishingteamWI@gmail.com
Come learn more and see if the EHS Ice Fishing Team is for you!
The Ellsworth High School Ice Fishing Team is open to students of all experience levels! Whether you’re an experienced angler or have never ice fished before, this is a great opportunity to learn new skills, enjoy the outdoors, and compete in WIFA tournaments, including the State Tournament.
No previous experience or personal equipment is required!
📅 Informational Meeting: October 27
⏰ Time: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: EHS Library
Students interested in joining should attend with at least one parent or guardian. The meeting will cover costs, transportation, safety, sponsorships, tournaments, and required paperwork.
The team fee is $75, with possible additional costs for activities and tournaments.
Questions? Contact ehsfishingteamWI@gmail.com
Come learn more and see if the EHS Ice Fishing Team is for you!
2026 Ellsworth Gift Box Program is Now Open!
The holiday season is right around the corner, and the Ellsworth Gift Box Program is once again here to help local families in need.
❤️ Families Seeking Assistance
Family Application and Wish List forms are due November 13 and can be returned to any Ellsworth Community School District building or emailed to EllsworthGiftBoxProgram@gmail.com
Please help us spread the word! The Gift Box Program is open to families with or without school-aged children.
🎄 SPONSORS NEEDED!
We already have many families who have applied, and we are looking for sponsors to help make their holidays a little brighter.
Sponsors can:
• Shop for a family
• Make a monetary donation and our volunteers will do the shopping
Sponsoring a family is a wonderful holiday activity for families, businesses, organizations, youth groups, coworkers, or anyone looking to give back to our community.
👉 Applications, Wish Lists, and Sponsorship Forms:
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/gift-box-program
Questions or interested in sponsoring? Email EllsworthGiftBoxProgram@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping us make the holidays special for families throughout our community! 🎁💜
The holiday season is right around the corner, and the Ellsworth Gift Box Program is once again here to help local families in need.
❤️ Families Seeking Assistance
Family Application and Wish List forms are due November 13 and can be returned to any Ellsworth Community School District building or emailed to EllsworthGiftBoxProgram@gmail.com
Please help us spread the word! The Gift Box Program is open to families with or without school-aged children.
🎄 SPONSORS NEEDED!
We already have many families who have applied, and we are looking for sponsors to help make their holidays a little brighter.
Sponsors can:
• Shop for a family
• Make a monetary donation and our volunteers will do the shopping
Sponsoring a family is a wonderful holiday activity for families, businesses, organizations, youth groups, coworkers, or anyone looking to give back to our community.
👉 Applications, Wish Lists, and Sponsorship Forms:
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/gift-box-program
Questions or interested in sponsoring? Email EllsworthGiftBoxProgram@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping us make the holidays special for families throughout our community! 🎁💜
A huge thank you to Annie Baker, mom of 6th grade choir student Grace, for joining us last week to teach our students the pronunciation for our Vietnamese piece for the upcoming Winter Concert on December 7th!
Both of our 6th grade choir classes had the opportunity to work with Annie, and we are so grateful that she took the time to share her knowledge and help our students learn and appreciate the Vietnamese language and culture.
Mrs. Woletz is especially excited and honored to celebrate Vietnamese culture through music in our first concert of the year!
We hope you’ll join us on December 7th to hear our students share what they’ve been working so hard on. We can’t wait to see you there!
Both of our 6th grade choir classes had the opportunity to work with Annie, and we are so grateful that she took the time to share her knowledge and help our students learn and appreciate the Vietnamese language and culture.
Mrs. Woletz is especially excited and honored to celebrate Vietnamese culture through music in our first concert of the year!
We hope you’ll join us on December 7th to hear our students share what they’ve been working so hard on. We can’t wait to see you there!
Mr. Manosky hosted a Community Welding Night last week, and we had a fantastic turnout! More than 15 community members joined us to learn some basic welding techniques and get hands-on experience in the shop. 👨🏭
It was a great night of learning, trying something new, and bringing our school and community together!
A special shoutout to EHS student James Willenbring for stopping by and helping Mr. Manosky throughout the evening. We love seeing our students step up and share their skills with others! 💜
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
It was a great night of learning, trying something new, and bringing our school and community together!
A special shoutout to EHS student James Willenbring for stopping by and helping Mr. Manosky throughout the evening. We love seeing our students step up and share their skills with others! 💜
Thank you to everyone who joined us!
It was a busy couple of days supporting the health and wellness of our students and community!
👀 Vision Screening
On October 5, 375 students from St. Francis and EES, ranging from Early Childhood through 2nd grade, participated in vision screenings.
A special thank you to Kristi, Margaret, and Rosemary from the Ellsworth Lions Club for providing the screenings and helping care for our youngest learners. We appreciate you!
🩸 EHS Blood Drive
On October 6, EHS hosted a blood drive and collected an amazing 52 units of blood! Even more exciting, 16% of our donors were first-time donors!
Thank you to everyone who rolled up their sleeves to donate and to all those who helped make both of these events possible. What a wonderful example of our schools and community working together! 💜
👀 Vision Screening
On October 5, 375 students from St. Francis and EES, ranging from Early Childhood through 2nd grade, participated in vision screenings.
A special thank you to Kristi, Margaret, and Rosemary from the Ellsworth Lions Club for providing the screenings and helping care for our youngest learners. We appreciate you!
🩸 EHS Blood Drive
On October 6, EHS hosted a blood drive and collected an amazing 52 units of blood! Even more exciting, 16% of our donors were first-time donors!
Thank you to everyone who rolled up their sleeves to donate and to all those who helped make both of these events possible. What a wonderful example of our schools and community working together! 💜
🔥🌲 Learning Outside the Classroom! 🌲🔥
Our 5th graders recently enjoyed an awesome outdoor adventure with Red Wing ELC!
Students had several activities to choose from, including outdoor cookery, fishing at the Alma Float, rock climbing, outdoor photography, and canoeing.
During outdoor cookery, students learned how to safely gather wood and start a fire with supervision. Then came the tasty part! They cooked over an open campfire, making bannock (pancakes with cornmeal), ham and cheese pudgie pies, pizza quesadillas, and banana boats.
What a great opportunity for our students to get outside, try something new, learn some hands-on skills, and make memories with their classmates!
A big thank you to Red Wing ELC for providing such a fun and memorable experience for our 5th graders! 💜
Our 5th graders recently enjoyed an awesome outdoor adventure with Red Wing ELC!
Students had several activities to choose from, including outdoor cookery, fishing at the Alma Float, rock climbing, outdoor photography, and canoeing.
During outdoor cookery, students learned how to safely gather wood and start a fire with supervision. Then came the tasty part! They cooked over an open campfire, making bannock (pancakes with cornmeal), ham and cheese pudgie pies, pizza quesadillas, and banana boats.
What a great opportunity for our students to get outside, try something new, learn some hands-on skills, and make memories with their classmates!
A big thank you to Red Wing ELC for providing such a fun and memorable experience for our 5th graders! 💜
💜 Looking for something fun to do with your little one?
Our PAC: Parents & Children program is for families with 3- and 4-year-olds who are not yet in school. Join us approximately every other Wednesday at Ellsworth Elementary for activities, learning, and time together!
Check out the flyer for more information and registration details! 👇
Our PAC: Parents & Children program is for families with 3- and 4-year-olds who are not yet in school. Join us approximately every other Wednesday at Ellsworth Elementary for activities, learning, and time together!
Check out the flyer for more information and registration details! 👇
🎭✨ Mamma Mia! Tickets Are ON SALE! ✨🎶
Get ready to sing, dance, and have a great time! Tickets for the Ellsworth High School production of Mamma Mia! are officially on sale! 💃🕺
🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://www.gobound.com/wi/schools/ellsworth/tickets
Come support our talented students and enjoy a fantastic show. We can’t wait to see you there!
Get ready to sing, dance, and have a great time! Tickets for the Ellsworth High School production of Mamma Mia! are officially on sale! 💃🕺
🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://www.gobound.com/wi/schools/ellsworth/tickets
Come support our talented students and enjoy a fantastic show. We can’t wait to see you there!
Friend drama, group chats, and your child
Friendships can be one of the best parts of childhood — and one of the most painful. If you’ve watched your child navigate friend drama, social exclusion, or the pressures of group chats, you know how hard it can be to know when to step in and what to say.
Join Cartwheel, our virtual mental health partner, and licensed counselor, author, and Washington Post contributor Phyllis Fagell, LCPC, for a free live webinar:
Friend Drama, Group Chats, and Social Exclusion: What Parents Need to Know
Thursday, October 15, 7–8pm ET
Register Here: https://cartwheelcare.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YCsayhvVS6GeX5yS0Lrf6A#/registration
You'll leave with a clearer picture of what children and teens need from the adults in their lives to navigate friendship challenges, build resilience, and maintain healthy relationships.
https://www.cartwheel.org/families
Friendships can be one of the best parts of childhood — and one of the most painful. If you’ve watched your child navigate friend drama, social exclusion, or the pressures of group chats, you know how hard it can be to know when to step in and what to say.
Join Cartwheel, our virtual mental health partner, and licensed counselor, author, and Washington Post contributor Phyllis Fagell, LCPC, for a free live webinar:
Friend Drama, Group Chats, and Social Exclusion: What Parents Need to Know
Thursday, October 15, 7–8pm ET
Register Here: https://cartwheelcare.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YCsayhvVS6GeX5yS0Lrf6A#/registration
You'll leave with a clearer picture of what children and teens need from the adults in their lives to navigate friendship challenges, build resilience, and maintain healthy relationships.
https://www.cartwheel.org/families
💜 Congratulations to our Class of 2027 National Honor Society Officers!
Please join us in congratulating our newly selected NHS officers:
⭐ President: Madeline Saver
⭐ Vice President: Max Olson
⭐ Treasurer: Piper Van Nocker
⭐ Secretary: Bridget Dendinger
Congratulations, Panthers! We look forward to seeing your leadership and service throughout the school year. 💜🐾
Please join us in congratulating our newly selected NHS officers:
⭐ President: Madeline Saver
⭐ Vice President: Max Olson
⭐ Treasurer: Piper Van Nocker
⭐ Secretary: Bridget Dendinger
Congratulations, Panthers! We look forward to seeing your leadership and service throughout the school year. 💜🐾
Creativity was everywhere in Ms. Hardy’s art room!
Ms. Hardy and her 8th grade art students have been busy creating, with THREE different projects happening at the same time! 🖌️✂️
It’s always fun to see so many different ideas, styles, and projects coming to life in one classroom. Our Panthers were hard at work and having some fun along the way!
We love seeing creativity in action at EMS! 🐾🎨
Ms. Hardy and her 8th grade art students have been busy creating, with THREE different projects happening at the same time! 🖌️✂️
It’s always fun to see so many different ideas, styles, and projects coming to life in one classroom. Our Panthers were hard at work and having some fun along the way!
We love seeing creativity in action at EMS! 🐾🎨
📚✨ The Book Fair is Coming to EMS! ✨📚
Get ready, Panthers! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon to Ellsworth Middle School! 🎉
Students will have a chance to browse a great selection of books and find something new to add to their reading list. 📖💜
Want to learn more, preview the fair, or get ready to shop? Visit our Book Fair Homepage here:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ellsworthmiddleschool
We can’t wait to see what books our Panthers pick! 🐾📚
Get ready, Panthers! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon to Ellsworth Middle School! 🎉
Students will have a chance to browse a great selection of books and find something new to add to their reading list. 📖💜
Want to learn more, preview the fair, or get ready to shop? Visit our Book Fair Homepage here:
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/ellsworthmiddleschool
We can’t wait to see what books our Panthers pick! 🐾📚
A heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to the Hudson Heritage Quilters for their generous donation to the Ellsworth High School Family & Consumer Science program! They helped us to fill our sewing cabinet with a variety of cotton fabrics for our students to use to construct projects each semester.
Your kindness and generosity make a meaningful difference in our classroom by helping our students with opportunities to continue practicing, developing, and perfecting their sewing skills. Every donation helps us create hands-on learning experiences that build confidence, creativity, and lifelong skills.
We are so grateful for your support of our students, our program, and the art of sewing. Thank you for investing in the next generation of makers!
If anyone is looking to pair down their stash of 100% cotton fabrics, we will gladly take donations. If we cannot use them we will donate to others who we know can.
Your kindness and generosity make a meaningful difference in our classroom by helping our students with opportunities to continue practicing, developing, and perfecting their sewing skills. Every donation helps us create hands-on learning experiences that build confidence, creativity, and lifelong skills.
We are so grateful for your support of our students, our program, and the art of sewing. Thank you for investing in the next generation of makers!
If anyone is looking to pair down their stash of 100% cotton fabrics, we will gladly take donations. If we cannot use them we will donate to others who we know can.
🔥 TONIGHT: Intro to Welding! 🔥
Interested in learning the basics of welding? Join us tonight for our Intro to Welding Community Education class!
A great opportunity to learn something new and get some hands-on experience in our CTE Welding Lab!
Come learn the basics and give welding a try!
Interested in learning the basics of welding? Join us tonight for our Intro to Welding Community Education class!
A great opportunity to learn something new and get some hands-on experience in our CTE Welding Lab!
Come learn the basics and give welding a try!
Mrs. Traynor’s Oral Communication students recently made a trip to EES to spend some time reading with our kindergarten students!
We love seeing our older students connecting with our younger Panthers and sharing the joy of reading. What a fun experience for everyone involved! 📖🐾
Thank you to Mrs. Traynor and her students for making some special memories with our kindergarteners! 💜
We love seeing our older students connecting with our younger Panthers and sharing the joy of reading. What a fun experience for everyone involved! 📖🐾
Thank you to Mrs. Traynor and her students for making some special memories with our kindergarteners! 💜
