Due to school being closed today, January 6, we needed to make a few changes to the lunch menu for the rest of the week. 🍽️
Updated lunch menu:
• Wednesday: Cheeseburger Menu
• Thursday: Orange Chicken Menu
• Friday: Pizza Menu
Thank you for your flexibility, and we’ll see everyone back at school tomorrow! 💜🐾
Due to current road conditions, the Ellsworth Community School District is now closed for Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Due to road conditions, the Ellsworth Community School District will be 2 hours late on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 with no morning 4YK or PKC.
MENU CHANGE:
Tuesday will be the Orange Chicken.
Wednesday will be the Cheeseburger.
Tuesday will be the Orange Chicken.
Wednesday will be the Cheeseburger.
Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
Ready to get creative, try something new, or learn something helpful? Check out this week's Community Education offerings!
🎨 Fused Glass Classes (All taught by the same instructor)
If you love hands-on art projects, these fused glass classes are a great way to create something beautiful and unique. No experience needed and all supplies are provided.
Fused Glass Garden Mushrooms
Design a 6” round fused glass mushroom top displayed on a 10” brass stand. A whimsical addition to any garden or a fun gift idea.
Fused Glass Bowl or Plate
Create your own 8” x 8” fused glass bowl or plate that’s both functional and decorative.
Fused Glass 12” Garden Stakes
🥋 Tae Kwon Do
This Korean-style martial art focuses on self-defense using hands and feet, with an emphasis on self-control and confidence. Limited contact is used, with increased challenges as students progress. Open to participants ages 8 and up.
Questions or sign-up: Todd Straub • todd.straub@yahoo.com
• 715-222-6247
🩺 ABCDs of Medicare
A helpful workshop for those aging into Medicare or assisting someone who is. Learn the basics of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, with time for questions at the end.
👉 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 💜🐾
Ready to get creative, try something new, or learn something helpful? Check out this week's Community Education offerings!
🎨 Fused Glass Classes (All taught by the same instructor)
If you love hands-on art projects, these fused glass classes are a great way to create something beautiful and unique. No experience needed and all supplies are provided.
Fused Glass Garden Mushrooms
Design a 6” round fused glass mushroom top displayed on a 10” brass stand. A whimsical addition to any garden or a fun gift idea.
Fused Glass Bowl or Plate
Create your own 8” x 8” fused glass bowl or plate that’s both functional and decorative.
Fused Glass 12” Garden Stakes
🥋 Tae Kwon Do
This Korean-style martial art focuses on self-defense using hands and feet, with an emphasis on self-control and confidence. Limited contact is used, with increased challenges as students progress. Open to participants ages 8 and up.
Questions or sign-up: Todd Straub • todd.straub@yahoo.com
• 715-222-6247
🩺 ABCDs of Medicare
A helpful workshop for those aging into Medicare or assisting someone who is. Learn the basics of Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, with time for questions at the end.
👉 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 💜🐾
Mrs. Matzek's Vocational Family & Consumer Science students have had some sweet days in the kitchen making sugar cookies🎄🍪✨
From measuring and mixing to baking and frosting, students worked together to make (and decorate!) delicious sugar cookies while building real-world skills like teamwork, following recipes, kitchen safety, and creativity.
Learning is even better when you can enjoy the results—great job, everyone!
From measuring and mixing to baking and frosting, students worked together to make (and decorate!) delicious sugar cookies while building real-world skills like teamwork, following recipes, kitchen safety, and creativity.
Learning is even better when you can enjoy the results—great job, everyone!
🌟 January is School Board Recognition Month! 🌟
This month we want to take a moment to express how grateful we are for our dedicated school board members. Their leadership, thoughtful guidance, and countless hours of service make a real difference for our students, staff, and community.
Thank you to our 2025–2026 school board:
📌 Julie Lundstrom – President
📌 Kurt Buckner – Vice President
📌 Michael Petersen – Treasurer
📌 Gary Kressin – Clerk
📌 Steven Mark – Member
📌 Charlie Kummer – Member
📌 Jay Acker – Member
We appreciate your commitment to student success and support of our schools. Your work matters! 💜📚
This month we want to take a moment to express how grateful we are for our dedicated school board members. Their leadership, thoughtful guidance, and countless hours of service make a real difference for our students, staff, and community.
Thank you to our 2025–2026 school board:
📌 Julie Lundstrom – President
📌 Kurt Buckner – Vice President
📌 Michael Petersen – Treasurer
📌 Gary Kressin – Clerk
📌 Steven Mark – Member
📌 Charlie Kummer – Member
📌 Jay Acker – Member
We appreciate your commitment to student success and support of our schools. Your work matters! 💜📚
❄️ Third Grade Winter Fun! ❄️
Our third graders wrapped up the Tuesday before winter break with a well-earned reward party! They headed outside to enjoy the fresh air, plenty of sledding, and lots of smiles. 🛷☃️
What a fun way to celebrate their hard work before heading into break!
Our third graders wrapped up the Tuesday before winter break with a well-earned reward party! They headed outside to enjoy the fresh air, plenty of sledding, and lots of smiles. 🛷☃️
What a fun way to celebrate their hard work before heading into break!
📸 Catching up on photos from before winter break was dismissed!
We had so much fun happening in our buildings, and we’re excited to finally start sharing it all. There was a lot of joy, creativity, and school spirit packed into those last days before break.
At Ellsworth High School, students wrapped things up with a Holiday Fest filled with fun games and an ugly sweater contest that did not disappoint 🎄😄
Thanks for your patience as we catch up. More fun photos coming your way!
We had so much fun happening in our buildings, and we’re excited to finally start sharing it all. There was a lot of joy, creativity, and school spirit packed into those last days before break.
At Ellsworth High School, students wrapped things up with a Holiday Fest filled with fun games and an ugly sweater contest that did not disappoint 🎄😄
Thanks for your patience as we catch up. More fun photos coming your way!
🌱 Big news for Ellsworth and it all started with our students! 🌱
At the Ellsworth High School Holiday Pep Fest on 12/23, we were excited to share that the Village of Ellsworth has been awarded a $25,000 Urban Forestry Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
This milestone began as a student-led idea. As part of their Capstone Project, students Cameron Lutfi, Thomas Helseth, Milan Johnson, Max Olson, and Jacob Michels presented to the Village Board earlier this year with a vision for Ellsworth to place a stronger focus on trees, sustainability, and becoming a Tree City USA community. They shared how trees contribute to the health, beauty, and long-term vitality of a community, and their work helped spark the decision to apply for this grant.
The funding will support the development of an urban forestry program, helping Ellsworth grow in thoughtful and sustainable ways for years to come.
A huge thank you to these students for their leadership, research, and willingness to speak up. This is a great example of how local leadership can start at any age. We’re proud of you and excited for what’s ahead for Ellsworth! 👏🌳
At the Ellsworth High School Holiday Pep Fest on 12/23, we were excited to share that the Village of Ellsworth has been awarded a $25,000 Urban Forestry Grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
This milestone began as a student-led idea. As part of their Capstone Project, students Cameron Lutfi, Thomas Helseth, Milan Johnson, Max Olson, and Jacob Michels presented to the Village Board earlier this year with a vision for Ellsworth to place a stronger focus on trees, sustainability, and becoming a Tree City USA community. They shared how trees contribute to the health, beauty, and long-term vitality of a community, and their work helped spark the decision to apply for this grant.
The funding will support the development of an urban forestry program, helping Ellsworth grow in thoughtful and sustainable ways for years to come.
A huge thank you to these students for their leadership, research, and willingness to speak up. This is a great example of how local leadership can start at any age. We’re proud of you and excited for what’s ahead for Ellsworth! 👏🌳
Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
There’s something for every age in this week’s Community Education lineup. Take a look!
📚🔬 Book Drop: STEM Storytime Series
Funded by the National Science Foundation, Book Drop is a free STEM Storytime series from Twin Cities PBS and STAR Net. Designed for kids ages 4–8 (all ages welcome!), this program blends hands-on science activities with storytelling to spark curiosity and a love of learning. Join EPL Youth Services Librarian Ms. Caroline for one, two, three, or all four special evening storytimes.
🏐 Adult Volleyball Open Gym
Grab your friends and come play! This is open gym volleyball for adults with an open-play format. All skill levels are welcome, and we’ll play with whoever shows up.
🧠 Boost Your Brain & Memory Class
This four-session course supports brain health and memory for older adults. Participants will learn practical, everyday strategies through engaging videos, helpful handouts, and hands-on activities focused on improving memory and cognitive wellness.
👉 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 💜🐾
There’s something for every age in this week’s Community Education lineup. Take a look!
📚🔬 Book Drop: STEM Storytime Series
Funded by the National Science Foundation, Book Drop is a free STEM Storytime series from Twin Cities PBS and STAR Net. Designed for kids ages 4–8 (all ages welcome!), this program blends hands-on science activities with storytelling to spark curiosity and a love of learning. Join EPL Youth Services Librarian Ms. Caroline for one, two, three, or all four special evening storytimes.
🏐 Adult Volleyball Open Gym
Grab your friends and come play! This is open gym volleyball for adults with an open-play format. All skill levels are welcome, and we’ll play with whoever shows up.
🧠 Boost Your Brain & Memory Class
This four-session course supports brain health and memory for older adults. Participants will learn practical, everyday strategies through engaging videos, helpful handouts, and hands-on activities focused on improving memory and cognitive wellness.
👉 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 💜🐾
PKC is cancelled tomorrow, Monday December 29th due to the winter storm warning.
Today’s the day! 🏊♂️💜
Thanks to the Ellsworth Community School District Foundation, entry to the Klaas Jonas Pool is completely FREE today and again tomorrow!
If you’re looking for something to do over break, grab the kids, beat the boredom, and enjoy some swim time.
No passes needed - just show up and have fun!
Have a great day at the pool, Panthers! 🐾
Thanks to the Ellsworth Community School District Foundation, entry to the Klaas Jonas Pool is completely FREE today and again tomorrow!
If you’re looking for something to do over break, grab the kids, beat the boredom, and enjoy some swim time.
No passes needed - just show up and have fun!
Have a great day at the pool, Panthers! 🐾
⛷️❄️Enjoy your winter break!!❄️⛷️
Using an emoji what plans do you have? ☃️
We will see our students & staff back on January 5th, 2026. Have a safe and relaxing break.
Using an emoji what plans do you have? ☃️
We will see our students & staff back on January 5th, 2026. Have a safe and relaxing break.
❄️ This week, high school students were greeted with a fun surprise when they walked through the doors. An indoor igloo!
Students could sign up to make indoor s’mores with our new principal, Ms. Burch. It was a great way to connect, share some laughs, and wrap up the week heading into winter break. 🔥🍫🏔️
Sometimes the little moments make the biggest memories. 💜🐾
Students could sign up to make indoor s’mores with our new principal, Ms. Burch. It was a great way to connect, share some laughs, and wrap up the week heading into winter break. 🔥🍫🏔️
Sometimes the little moments make the biggest memories. 💜🐾
Talk about being good sports! 😄✨
At EMS, we celebrated WinterFest today before kicking off our holiday break, and one group of 8th grade girls had a very creative way to spread some school spirit. They bedazzled Principal Morrison, band director Mr. Morley, and our new PE teacher Mr. Campbell.
Thanks to these three for being such great sports and helping make WinterFest a memorable way to wrap up the year! 💜❄️
At EMS, we celebrated WinterFest today before kicking off our holiday break, and one group of 8th grade girls had a very creative way to spread some school spirit. They bedazzled Principal Morrison, band director Mr. Morley, and our new PE teacher Mr. Campbell.
Thanks to these three for being such great sports and helping make WinterFest a memorable way to wrap up the year! 💜❄️
Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
Looking for ways to learn something new or get more involved in our community? Here are a few upcoming Community Education offerings to check out!
🏡 Transferring Property Across Generations
This informative workshop helps participants understand how to identify and work through common transition challenges, protect assets, and create a plan to pass property on smoothly while maintaining family harmony. Attendees will also receive a Transition Strategy Worksheet to help start conversations with a financial advisor.
🏀 Basketball Book & Clock Training
Interested in helping at home basketball games but not sure how to run the book or score clock? This step-by-step training walks you through everything you need to know. Open to middle and high school students as well as adults.
⚽ Futsal (Indoor Soccer)
This fun, high-energy class introduces young players to key soccer skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork. Through drills and small-sided games, kids build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy the game in a positive, supportive environment.
👉 Interested in these or other Community Ed classes?
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 ways to learn something new or get more involved in our community? Here are a few upcoming Community Education offerings to check out!
🏡 Transferring Property Across Generations
This informative workshop helps participants understand how to identify and work through common transition challenges, protect assets, and create a plan to pass property on smoothly while maintaining family harmony. Attendees will also receive a Transition Strategy Worksheet to help start conversations with a financial advisor.
🏀 Basketball Book & Clock Training
Interested in helping at home basketball games but not sure how to run the book or score clock? This step-by-step training walks you through everything you need to know. Open to middle and high school students as well as adults.
⚽ Futsal (Indoor Soccer)
This fun, high-energy class introduces young players to key soccer skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork. Through drills and small-sided games, kids build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy the game in a positive, supportive environment.
👉 Interested in these or other Community Ed classes?
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 💜🐾
There will be NO afternoon 4YK and NO afternoon Early Childhood classes today, Thursday, December 18.
🏋️♀️ Fitness Center Open Monday Night! 🏃♀️
The Fitness Center will be open for members on Monday, December 22 from 6:30–9:30pm.
Interested in becoming a member? Please check out the attachment for details.
It’s also a big night in the gym with a basketball doubleheader:
🏀 Girls Varsity vs Mondovi at 5:45pm
🏀 Boys Varsity vs Rice Lake at 7:00pm
Come cheer on the Panthers and get a workout in too. See you there! 💜🐾
Any questions please reach out to Derek our Athletics Generalist - Fitness Center Supervisor at staleyd@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
The Fitness Center will be open for members on Monday, December 22 from 6:30–9:30pm.
Interested in becoming a member? Please check out the attachment for details.
It’s also a big night in the gym with a basketball doubleheader:
🏀 Girls Varsity vs Mondovi at 5:45pm
🏀 Boys Varsity vs Rice Lake at 7:00pm
Come cheer on the Panthers and get a workout in too. See you there! 💜🐾
Any questions please reach out to Derek our Athletics Generalist - Fitness Center Supervisor at staleyd@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
So proud of junior Piper Van Nocker and her big heart 💜
For the fifth year in a row, Piper hosted a bake sale fundraiser and raised an incredible $1,600 for Gillette Children's Hospital and the M Health Masonic Children’s Hospital Childhood Cancer Program. This fundraiser has been Piper’s high school capstone project since her freshman year, and she has stayed committed to it every step of the way.
Over the past five years, Piper has now raised an amazing $6,050 total. Recently, she delivered this year’s donation to the KS95 for Kids fundraiser at the Mall of America.
Way to go, Piper. Your dedication, kindness, and follow-through truly make a difference. Panther Pride 🐾💜
For the fifth year in a row, Piper hosted a bake sale fundraiser and raised an incredible $1,600 for Gillette Children's Hospital and the M Health Masonic Children’s Hospital Childhood Cancer Program. This fundraiser has been Piper’s high school capstone project since her freshman year, and she has stayed committed to it every step of the way.
Over the past five years, Piper has now raised an amazing $6,050 total. Recently, she delivered this year’s donation to the KS95 for Kids fundraiser at the Mall of America.
Way to go, Piper. Your dedication, kindness, and follow-through truly make a difference. Panther Pride 🐾💜
