Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
Looking to support your health, movement, or overall well-being? This week’s Community Education offerings focus on learning, balance, and feeling your best.
🌸 Perimenopause, Menopause, and You
Puberty in reverse…the struggle is real. Join Emily Jacobson from Healing Roots Wellness Center in River Falls for an informative and relatable talk on perimenopause. Learn what changes are happening in your body, explore ways to manage symptoms, and leave with practical tips to help bring more ease to this transition.
🧘 Yoga at The Aroma Bar
Unwind, stretch, and reset with weekly yoga classes at The Aroma Bar. Classes include Flow + Restore, Mindful Movement, and Yin Yoga, and are welcoming for both beginners and experienced yogis. Mats and props are provided.
• Weekly classes
• Drop-in (no registration required)
• Free-will donation
• Led by certified instructors in a calm, aromatherapy-filled space
🕰 Tuesdays 5:30 PM | Wednesdays 8:30 AM | Thursdays 6:30 PM | Fridays 8:30 AM
🥗 Gut Health
We truly are what we eat. Join Emily Jacobson for an evening of learning about how foods impact our bodies, both positively and negatively. You’ll gain simple, practical ideas to help support digestion, improve overall health, and build habits that last.
👉 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 to support your health, movement, or overall well-being? This week’s Community Education offerings focus on learning, balance, and feeling your best.
🌸 Perimenopause, Menopause, and You
Puberty in reverse…the struggle is real. Join Emily Jacobson from Healing Roots Wellness Center in River Falls for an informative and relatable talk on perimenopause. Learn what changes are happening in your body, explore ways to manage symptoms, and leave with practical tips to help bring more ease to this transition.
🧘 Yoga at The Aroma Bar
Unwind, stretch, and reset with weekly yoga classes at The Aroma Bar. Classes include Flow + Restore, Mindful Movement, and Yin Yoga, and are welcoming for both beginners and experienced yogis. Mats and props are provided.
• Weekly classes
• Drop-in (no registration required)
• Free-will donation
• Led by certified instructors in a calm, aromatherapy-filled space
🕰 Tuesdays 5:30 PM | Wednesdays 8:30 AM | Thursdays 6:30 PM | Fridays 8:30 AM
🥗 Gut Health
We truly are what we eat. Join Emily Jacobson for an evening of learning about how foods impact our bodies, both positively and negatively. You’ll gain simple, practical ideas to help support digestion, improve overall health, and build habits that last.
👉 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 💜🐾
Our Ellsworth Panther floor hockey team took on the All-Star Staff team Tuesday night, and wow… the students dominated the floor! 🏒💜
The Panthers put up an impressive 33 goals, while the staff gave it their all and answered back with 7 goals of their own. It was a great night of fun, friendly competition, and lots of Panther Pride.
If you want to cheer on the floor hockey team, they play Tuesdays and Thursdays at EES, and they’d love the support. 🐾🙌
The Panthers put up an impressive 33 goals, while the staff gave it their all and answered back with 7 goals of their own. It was a great night of fun, friendly competition, and lots of Panther Pride.
If you want to cheer on the floor hockey team, they play Tuesdays and Thursdays at EES, and they’d love the support. 🐾🙌
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!
💜🐾 Panther Pride Staff Shout Out 🐾💜
Tonight’s Panther Pride Staff Shout Out goes to Bella, who was nominated by Jenny.
Jenny shared how hard Bella has been working as she prepares for the musical. Her dedication, patience, and care for the students truly show, and the end result is always something special.
Bella does an amazing job working with kids and helping them shine, both on stage and behind the scenes. Her commitment and passion make a big difference for our students and for our performing arts program.
Thank you, Bella, for all the time and energy you put into making the musical such a success. We appreciate you! 💜🐾
Tonight’s Panther Pride Staff Shout Out goes to Bella, who was nominated by Jenny.
Jenny shared how hard Bella has been working as she prepares for the musical. Her dedication, patience, and care for the students truly show, and the end result is always something special.
Bella does an amazing job working with kids and helping them shine, both on stage and behind the scenes. Her commitment and passion make a big difference for our students and for our performing arts program.
Thank you, Bella, for all the time and energy you put into making the musical such a success. We appreciate you! 💜🐾
💜🐾 Panther Pride Staff Shout Out 🐾💜
Today’s Panther Pride Staff Shout Out goes to Alyssa Nelson, our amazing Elementary Librarian! Alyssa was nominated by Lisa, who shared a moment that perfectly captures Alyssa’s thoughtfulness and dedication.
Lisa wrote that while she was at the public library requesting immigration chapter books for a grade-level book study, Alyssa happened to walk in and asked what she was working on. When Lisa explained she was requesting additional copies, Alyssa held up three bags of books and said, “These ones?”
Lisa was surprised and asked which teammate had asked Alyssa to check them out. Alyssa shared that she had noticed the books sitting on the counter in the neighborhood, remembered requesting them for the team last year, and figured they would be needed again so she took care of it without even being asked.
That kind of foresight, support, and care makes a huge difference. Alyssa consistently goes above and beyond to support student learning and to make teachers’ jobs just a little easier.
Kudos to you, Alyssa, and thank you for all you do for our students and staff. You are truly appreciated! 💜🐾
Today’s Panther Pride Staff Shout Out goes to Alyssa Nelson, our amazing Elementary Librarian! Alyssa was nominated by Lisa, who shared a moment that perfectly captures Alyssa’s thoughtfulness and dedication.
Lisa wrote that while she was at the public library requesting immigration chapter books for a grade-level book study, Alyssa happened to walk in and asked what she was working on. When Lisa explained she was requesting additional copies, Alyssa held up three bags of books and said, “These ones?”
Lisa was surprised and asked which teammate had asked Alyssa to check them out. Alyssa shared that she had noticed the books sitting on the counter in the neighborhood, remembered requesting them for the team last year, and figured they would be needed again so she took care of it without even being asked.
That kind of foresight, support, and care makes a huge difference. Alyssa consistently goes above and beyond to support student learning and to make teachers’ jobs just a little easier.
Kudos to you, Alyssa, and thank you for all you do for our students and staff. You are truly appreciated! 💜🐾
🦷❄️ Bridging Brighter Smiles is coming to our schools! ❄️🦷
Their dental team will visit during the school day to provide preventative dental care at no cost to families. Services include cleanings, screenings, fluoride varnish, sealants, oral health education, and more.
Signing up is easy. Just scan the QR code on the flyer or visit bridgingbrightersmiles.org/forms to enroll your student.
A simple way to help keep those smiles healthy! 😊
Their dental team will visit during the school day to provide preventative dental care at no cost to families. Services include cleanings, screenings, fluoride varnish, sealants, oral health education, and more.
Signing up is easy. Just scan the QR code on the flyer or visit bridgingbrightersmiles.org/forms to enroll your student.
A simple way to help keep those smiles healthy! 😊
OPENING NIGHT!!!!!
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! 💜👏
As we continue to share information about the upcoming Operational Referendum, we’ve been hearing some great questions from our community. To help, we’ve put together answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.
You can find those FAQs under the Helpful Links section on our website:
👉 https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/2026-operational-referendum
We appreciate the thoughtful questions and encourage everyone to take a look, learn more, and stay informed as we move forward together.
You can find those FAQs under the Helpful Links section on our website:
👉 https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/2026-operational-referendum
We appreciate the thoughtful questions and encourage everyone to take a look, learn more, and stay informed as we move forward together.
📚 Book Fair is Coming to EMS! 📚
Ellsworth Middle School is hosting a Book Fair next week, and we’re excited to get books into students’ hands!
Families can make shopping easy by:
💻 Loading money onto an eWallet for a cash-free experience at school
🛒 Shopping online if you’d rather order from home
👉 Get started here:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ellsworthmiddleschool
Thanks for supporting reading at EMS! 💜📖
Ellsworth Middle School is hosting a Book Fair next week, and we’re excited to get books into students’ hands!
Families can make shopping easy by:
💻 Loading money onto an eWallet for a cash-free experience at school
🛒 Shopping online if you’d rather order from home
👉 Get started here:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ellsworthmiddleschool
Thanks for supporting reading at EMS! 💜📖
📝🐝 ECSD Spelling Bee Winners! 🐝📝
Congratulations to our outstanding spellers from the ECSD Spelling Bees!
Middle School
🏆 Winner: Kaiden Beach (6th grade)
🥈 Runner-up: Khloe Patrow (8th grade)
Elementary School
🏆 Winner: Elina Schiling (3rd grade)
🥈 Runner-up: Zoey Sullivan (5th grade)
Best of luck to Kaiden and Elina as they move on to compete at the Regional Spelling Bee in February. We are so proud of all of our spellers for their hard work and Panther Pride! 💜🐾
Congratulations to our outstanding spellers from the ECSD Spelling Bees!
Middle School
🏆 Winner: Kaiden Beach (6th grade)
🥈 Runner-up: Khloe Patrow (8th grade)
Elementary School
🏆 Winner: Elina Schiling (3rd grade)
🥈 Runner-up: Zoey Sullivan (5th grade)
Best of luck to Kaiden and Elina as they move on to compete at the Regional Spelling Bee in February. We are so proud of all of our spellers for their hard work and Panther Pride! 💜🐾
🎉 BINGO NIGHT for a great cause! 🎉
Looking for a fun Friday night with family and friends?
✨ Cash prizes
💜 All proceeds support the Ellsworth Senior Grad Nite / Senior Lock-In
Grab your lucky dauber, bring the whole family, and help support our seniors while having a great night out. Hope to see you there! 🐾
Looking for a fun Friday night with family and friends?
✨ Cash prizes
💜 All proceeds support the Ellsworth Senior Grad Nite / Senior Lock-In
Grab your lucky dauber, bring the whole family, and help support our seniors while having a great night out. Hope to see you there! 🐾
💜🐾 Panther Pride Staff Shout Out 🐾💜
We’re excited to kick off our new Panther Pride Staff Shout Outs series by recognizing someone who truly makes a difference behind the scenes.
Today's shout out goes to Anne Pechacek, who was nominated by Alyssa and Beth.
Alyssa shared how much she appreciates Anne’s work across multiple initiatives and service-learning experiences. Anne brings a wide range of skills to everything she does and approaches her work with a collaborative mindset and genuine care. Alyssa also highlighted Anne’s role in helping implement the Ellsworth Community School District Hall of Fame, an amazing way to recognize individuals who have made a lasting impact on our schools and community. Anne’s work often happens quietly, but it truly deserves to be shared and celebrated.
Beth nominated Anne for the incredible attention to detail she brings to planning international student trips. Organizing travel like this is no small task, and Anne works hard to ensure every trip is educational, meaningful, and memorable. Thanks to her dedication, Ellsworth students have opportunities that many schools of similar size simply don’t offer experiences that truly are once (or twice) in a lifetime.
Anne’s commitment, teamwork, and care make a lasting impact on our district and our students. We are so thankful for everything she does.
Thank you, Anne, for all you do for Ellsworth! 💜🐾
We’re excited to kick off our new Panther Pride Staff Shout Outs series by recognizing someone who truly makes a difference behind the scenes.
Today's shout out goes to Anne Pechacek, who was nominated by Alyssa and Beth.
Alyssa shared how much she appreciates Anne’s work across multiple initiatives and service-learning experiences. Anne brings a wide range of skills to everything she does and approaches her work with a collaborative mindset and genuine care. Alyssa also highlighted Anne’s role in helping implement the Ellsworth Community School District Hall of Fame, an amazing way to recognize individuals who have made a lasting impact on our schools and community. Anne’s work often happens quietly, but it truly deserves to be shared and celebrated.
Beth nominated Anne for the incredible attention to detail she brings to planning international student trips. Organizing travel like this is no small task, and Anne works hard to ensure every trip is educational, meaningful, and memorable. Thanks to her dedication, Ellsworth students have opportunities that many schools of similar size simply don’t offer experiences that truly are once (or twice) in a lifetime.
Anne’s commitment, teamwork, and care make a lasting impact on our district and our students. We are so thankful for everything she does.
Thank you, Anne, for all you do for Ellsworth! 💜🐾
With the events on Friday morning taking priority, Superintendent Nadeau wasn’t able to attend Coffee & Conversation as originally planned.
We are adding a Coffee & Conversation with Superintendent Nadeau to our events listing:
📅 Friday, February 6
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 Sawyer Joe’s
Please feel free to stop by for an informal conversation and a chance to ask questions. We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you there. 💜🐾
We are adding a Coffee & Conversation with Superintendent Nadeau to our events listing:
📅 Friday, February 6
⏰ 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 Sawyer Joe’s
Please feel free to stop by for an informal conversation and a chance to ask questions. We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you there. 💜🐾
💜🐾 It’s National School Counseling Week! 🐾💜
This week, we want to say a big thank you to our amazing school counselors who support, encourage, and guide our students every single day. Whether it’s helping students work through challenges, plan for the future, or just being a trusted, caring adult, their impact is felt across our district.
We are so grateful for:
• EES: Maysel Ingli & Beth Weiland
• EMS: Annah Massmann & Brittany Thompson Kinneman
• EHS: Jessica Wiskow & Amber Pauley
Thank you for all you do for our students, families, and staff. We appreciate you today and always! 💜🐾
This week, we want to say a big thank you to our amazing school counselors who support, encourage, and guide our students every single day. Whether it’s helping students work through challenges, plan for the future, or just being a trusted, caring adult, their impact is felt across our district.
We are so grateful for:
• EES: Maysel Ingli & Beth Weiland
• EMS: Annah Massmann & Brittany Thompson Kinneman
• EHS: Jessica Wiskow & Amber Pauley
Thank you for all you do for our students, families, and staff. We appreciate you today and always! 💜🐾
🔥 We’re kicking off CTE Month with a big win!
Our Community Ed Class: Intro to Welding was a huge hit. Nearly 30 community members filled the new CTE Center at Ellsworth High School for a night of hands on learning and a whole lot of sparks flying.
We loved seeing grandparents welding with grandkids, parents welding with kids, and even husbands welding with wives. It was a great example of how learning can bring people of all ages together.
The new welding bays from the recent CTE remodel really came in handy and gave everyone plenty of space to work safely and comfortably. These updated spaces are already making a big difference for both students and the community.
With such a great turnout, we’re hoping to offer more open welding times in the near future. Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night such a success. It was a fun way to kick off CTE Month. 💜🐾
Our Community Ed Class: Intro to Welding was a huge hit. Nearly 30 community members filled the new CTE Center at Ellsworth High School for a night of hands on learning and a whole lot of sparks flying.
We loved seeing grandparents welding with grandkids, parents welding with kids, and even husbands welding with wives. It was a great example of how learning can bring people of all ages together.
The new welding bays from the recent CTE remodel really came in handy and gave everyone plenty of space to work safely and comfortably. These updated spaces are already making a big difference for both students and the community.
With such a great turnout, we’re hoping to offer more open welding times in the near future. Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night such a success. It was a fun way to kick off CTE Month. 💜🐾
Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
Looking for a little magic, creativity, or relaxation? This week’s Community Ed offerings have something special waiting for you.
🎭 Wicked: The Musical
Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz with Broadway’s hit musical Wicked. Join us for a magical afternoon at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, where unforgettable songs and stunning performances bring this beloved story to life.
🎨 Mosaic Garden Art
Add a fun, whimsical touch to your home or garden. In this beginner-friendly mosaic class, you’ll decorate either a 6” x 14” weatherproof garden panel or a 6-inch terra cotta pot. All tools and supplies are provided, and no glass cutting is required. Please indicate your project choice when registering.
🔔 Sound Healing
Enjoy a deeply relaxing and restorative sound healing experience led by Maria Voorhees-Reincke, Intuitive Energy and Sound Healer. The session begins with a short guided meditation, followed by the use of crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, rainstick, ocean drum, gong, and chimes to promote deep relaxation and renewal. Class size is limited.
Registration begins March 17, 2026 through the library.
👉 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 a little magic, creativity, or relaxation? This week’s Community Ed offerings have something special waiting for you.
🎭 Wicked: The Musical
Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz with Broadway’s hit musical Wicked. Join us for a magical afternoon at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, where unforgettable songs and stunning performances bring this beloved story to life.
🎨 Mosaic Garden Art
Add a fun, whimsical touch to your home or garden. In this beginner-friendly mosaic class, you’ll decorate either a 6” x 14” weatherproof garden panel or a 6-inch terra cotta pot. All tools and supplies are provided, and no glass cutting is required. Please indicate your project choice when registering.
🔔 Sound Healing
Enjoy a deeply relaxing and restorative sound healing experience led by Maria Voorhees-Reincke, Intuitive Energy and Sound Healer. The session begins with a short guided meditation, followed by the use of crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, rainstick, ocean drum, gong, and chimes to promote deep relaxation and renewal. Class size is limited.
Registration begins March 17, 2026 through the library.
👉 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 💜🐾
💜🩺 Thank you, ECSD Foundation! 🩺💜
We are so grateful to share that Nurse Jess applied for and received a grant from the Ellsworth School District Foundation to purchase new CPR manikins for our district. This week those new manikins were already put to use during a CPR class!
This generous support helps us continue certifying our staff, coaches, and students, giving them the skills and confidence to respond in an emergency.
A big shoutout as well to Madeline Poulos, our district CPR instructor. She is amazing and truly dedicated to making sure we are prepared to care for anyone who may enter our buildings and need medical attention.
Thank you again to the Ellsworth School District Foundation for supporting this important service for our schools and community. 🐾
We are so grateful to share that Nurse Jess applied for and received a grant from the Ellsworth School District Foundation to purchase new CPR manikins for our district. This week those new manikins were already put to use during a CPR class!
This generous support helps us continue certifying our staff, coaches, and students, giving them the skills and confidence to respond in an emergency.
A big shoutout as well to Madeline Poulos, our district CPR instructor. She is amazing and truly dedicated to making sure we are prepared to care for anyone who may enter our buildings and need medical attention.
Thank you again to the Ellsworth School District Foundation for supporting this important service for our schools and community. 🐾
Looking for something fun to do after school on Tuesday? Come on out to the EES gym and cheer on the Ellsworth Panther floor hockey team as they take on some of our school staff!
The students are excited to face off against a few of their favorite teachers and staff, and it’s sure to be a fun, energetic game full of smiles and school spirit.
This is a great chance for our community to come support our students and enjoy a lighthearted event. We hope to see you there! 🐾🏒
The students are excited to face off against a few of their favorite teachers and staff, and it’s sure to be a fun, energetic game full of smiles and school spirit.
This is a great chance for our community to come support our students and enjoy a lighthearted event. We hope to see you there! 🐾🏒
💜🐾 Panther Pride Staff Shout Out 🐾💜
We are excited to kick off a new Facebook series celebrating the incredible staff who make Ellsworth such a great place to learn and grow. From the classroom to behind the scenes, our staff go above and beyond for our students and families every day, and we want to hear about it.
Have a staff member who has made a difference for you or your child? This could be a teacher, paraprofessional, coach, custodian, office staff member, food service worker, or anyone else who helps keep our schools running.
👉 Nominate a staff member here:
https://forms.gle/543kVq6tQe2Mpb4SA
Selected nominations will be featured in our Panther Pride Staff Shout Out posts throughout the year. Thank you for helping us recognize the amazing people who make up our Ellsworth Panther community! 💜🐾
We are excited to kick off a new Facebook series celebrating the incredible staff who make Ellsworth such a great place to learn and grow. From the classroom to behind the scenes, our staff go above and beyond for our students and families every day, and we want to hear about it.
Have a staff member who has made a difference for you or your child? This could be a teacher, paraprofessional, coach, custodian, office staff member, food service worker, or anyone else who helps keep our schools running.
👉 Nominate a staff member here:
https://forms.gle/543kVq6tQe2Mpb4SA
Selected nominations will be featured in our Panther Pride Staff Shout Out posts throughout the year. Thank you for helping us recognize the amazing people who make up our Ellsworth Panther community! 💜🐾
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
