Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
Whether you want to build practical skills, learn more about financial planning, or dive into Wisconsin history, this week’s Community Ed offerings have something for you.

📊 Google Sheets for Awesome Beginners
Take the mystery out of spreadsheets. Learn how to enter, organize, analyze, and visualize data in Google Sheets for work or personal use. This class builds a strong foundation you’ll use long after the session ends.

💰 5 Phases of the IRA
Contributing tax-deferred dollars to IRAs is appealing, but taxes eventually come due. This workshop explores potential strategies to reduce taxes for you and your heirs and encourages informed conversations with a financial advisor.

🎣 Early Wisconsin Fishing Lures, Hooks, and Harnesses
Join Wisconsin historian, fishing tackle collector, and author Chris Slusar as he shares stories from Wisconsin’s fishing past. Learn about historic lures and their makers alongside his book Early Wisconsin Fishing Lures, Hooks and Harnesses. A great program for anglers, history lovers, and anyone who appreciates Wisconsin traditions.

👉 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 💜🐾
about 2 hours ago, ECSD Admin
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring.

Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job.

Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like.

A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible:

WI State Patrol
WI DNR
Pierce County Sheriff’s Department
Loberg’s Law Office
Coach Staley
KNN Farms
Brush Strokes
Pierce County Highway Department
Tim Schmit, Pilot
Westconsin Credit Union
Principal Nygaard
Ellsworth Police Department

We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
1 day ago, ECSD Admin
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
On January 15, our 4th and 5th graders took part in Ellsworth Elementary’s 3rd annual Career Day, and it was such a great day of learning and exploring. Fourth graders rotated through seven different speakers, moving to a new classroom every 15 minutes so they could hear from everyone. Fifth graders chose three out of six speakers to visit and spent 30 minutes in each session digging a little deeper into careers that interested them. Before Career Day, our fifth graders also took a short Myers-Briggs personality test, then researched a job that matched their personality. They created career posters for our “neighborhood,” including salary, required education, and other details about each job. Like always, our speakers were amazing. Hearing people talk about what they do with so much passion helps open our students’ eyes to careers they may have never known about. These kinds of experiences really help students start imagining what their own futures could look like. A big thank you to all of our speakers who made this day possible: WI State Patrol WI DNR Pierce County Sheriff’s Department Loberg’s Law Office Coach Staley KNN Farms Brush Strokes Pierce County Highway Department Tim Schmit, Pilot Westconsin Credit Union Principal Nygaard Ellsworth Police Department We are so grateful for our community partners who take the time to invest in our students and share their experiences. 💜🐾
🎶 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!
3 days ago, ECSD Admin
🎶 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 Maci Gutting, who joined the group for the visit. 💜🐾 Thanks for spending time with our students and sharing your love of music. Panther Pride!
🎶 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 Maci Gutting, who joined the group for the visit. 💜🐾 Thanks for spending time with our students and sharing your love of music. Panther Pride!
🎶 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 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. 💜🐾
3 days ago, ECSD Admin
Great news! Our new fitness center is officially open, and you can now 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. 💜🐾
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.
3 days ago, ECSD Admin
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.
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!
4 days ago, ECSD Admin
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!
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. 💜🐾
4 days ago, ECSD Admin
Our second graders recently 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. 💜🐾
Our second graders recently 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. 💜🐾
Our second graders recently 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. 💜🐾
Our second graders recently 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. 💜🐾

MENU CHANGE FOR THURSDAY JANUARY 22
Pizza Crunchers
Sunchips
Steamed Broccoli
Choice of Fruit

FRIDAYS MENU - TO BE DETERMINED

4 days ago, ECSD Admin
Pizza Crunchers Sunchips Steamed Broccoli Choice of Fruit
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!
5 days ago, ECSD Admin
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!
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. 💜🐾
5 days ago, ECSD Admin
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. 💜🐾
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. 💜🐾
6 days ago, ECSD Admin
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. We 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. 💜🐾
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. We 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. 💜🐾
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. We 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. 💜🐾
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. We 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. 💜🐾
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. We 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.
8 days ago, ECSD Admin
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.
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
9 days ago, ECSD Admin
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
10 days ago, ECSD Admin
superintendent column
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
10 days ago, ECSD Admin
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
💙💛 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. 💜🐾
🎉 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! 💜🐾
11 days ago, ECSD Admin
🎉 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 🎄 Need a last-minute Christmas gift? This would be a fun one to wrap up! 👉 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.
11 days ago, ECSD Admin
📅 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.
🪵✨ 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! 💜🐾
12 days ago, ECSD Admin
🪵✨ 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! 💜🐾
🩺 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! 💙
13 days ago, ECSD Admin
🩺 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. We’ve been seeing cases of mono, gastroenteritis (stomach flu), Influenza A, strep throat, and respiratory illnesses such as croup and bronchitis. 🔍 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
13 days ago, ECSD Admin
creening is required before 4K enrollment is approved