We invite our community to join us for our Annual Veterans Day Program on Tuesday, November 11th at 9:00 am. Let’s come together to honor and show appreciation for our veterans. Refreshments will be served afterward.
We hope to see you there! ❤️🤍💙

New designs are now available in our Panther Den Online Shop - check them out here: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/YHTocTWAmb
Our High School Den Managers create the designs and manage the shop themselves! This hands-on experience gives students real-world retail management skills, and a small portion of each sale helps cover Den expenses.
Be sure to check out the Exclusives section for some awesome gift ideas for your favorite Panther supporter! 🐾

We’re so lucky to have this incredible new space as part of the high school renovation this summer. Our students and athletes are truly fortunate to have such top-notch facilities to support their growth and wellness! 🏋️♀️💜






They ran their first real roast this week with their very first student roaster—bean toasting has officially begun! Some of our staff got to enjoy the perks this week with a fresh cup of Panther Perk coffee to start their day.





Our students learned valuable, life-saving skills that they can use both in and out of the classroom. Hands-on training like this helps prepare them for real-world emergencies and gives them the confidence to respond when it matters most.
We’re so grateful for this partnership and the opportunity for our students to learn from professionals who make a difference every day! 👏🙌
#EllsworthAreaAmbulanceService







🎁 Gift Box Program Applications Due November 13
The Ellsworth Gift Box Program helps families within the Ellsworth School District area during the holidays. This program is made possible thanks to caring community volunteers, the Ellsworth School Foundation, and Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services. 💜
If your family would like to be sponsored this year, please complete an application by Friday, November 13. Applications are available on our website or at any district building.
Completed forms can be emailed, faxed, or mailed to the Gift Box Office. Once received, someone from the program will follow up with a phone call.
Learn more and find the application here: https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/gift-box-program









This week, we celebrate our amazing school psychologists who work hard every day to support the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students across the Ellsworth Community School District. 💜
From helping students overcome challenges to promoting positive school climates, their dedication makes a lasting impact. Thank you for all you do to support our Panthers! 🐾












Mrs. Christianson’s Intro to Ag students recently visited Driftless Orchard to learn more about local agriculture and orchard operations. It was a great hands-on experience seeing how much work goes into growing and harvesting apples right here in our region! 🍏🌳



Mrs. Johnson’s Foods 2 class recently learned how to break down a whole chicken into its parts and even had a friendly competition to see which group could create the least waste.
They cooked up their chicken into two different dishes and used the bones to make homemade chicken stock. Three meals from one chicken! 👩🍳🐔




☕️ Panther Perk Update!
We did our seasoning roast last week on the new coffee roaster! There are just a few bugs to work out, but we’re getting one step closer to production.
Stay tuned — Panther Perk coffee will be brewing soon! 🐾



Freshman Viola Schmidt is organizing a Christmas Band Concert for her capstone project, and everyone in the community is invited to be part of the band! If you play an instrument and want to spread some holiday cheer, this is your chance.
🎺 Hosted & Directed by: Maria Olson
📍 Location: Zion Covenant Church, Ellsworth
🗓 Rehearsals: Sundays, November 9–23
🎼 Dress Rehearsal: December 5
🎄 Concert: December 6 at 7:00 PM
Come play your heart out or mark your calendar to attend the concert and enjoy some festive music led by our talented local musicians!


We understand some families may experience delays in FoodShare benefits in the coming weeks. If this affects your household, please know that local resources are available to help:
🥫 Area Food Pantries
🥫 Pierce County Food Pantry
📍 440 N. Maple St., Ellsworth, WI 54011 📞 (715) 273-2070
🕓 Mon, Tues & Thurs 9:30–12 pm | Wed 4–6 pm
🥫 Elmwood Food Pantry
📍 108 S. Main St., Elmwood, WI 54740 📞 (715) 639-2307
🕓 1st Tues 3–6 pm | 3rd Tues 9 am–1 pm
🥫 Plum City Food Pantry
📍 301 First St., Plum City, WI 54761 📞 (715) 647-2191
🕓 Thurs 10–2 pm (except 2nd Thurs 3–7 pm)
🥫 Prescott Area Food Pantry
📍 911 Pearl St., Prescott, WI 54021 📞 (715) 262-4143
🕓 Mon, Wed & Fri 9–2:30 | Thurs 10–5
🥫 River Falls Community Food Pantry
📍 705 St. Croix St., River Falls, WI 54022 📞 (715) 425-6880
🕓 Mon 10–12 & 6:30–8 | Wed 1–5 | Thurs 6:30–8 | Fri & 2nd Sat 10–12
🥫 Spring Valley Community Food Pantry
📍 S425 Church Ave., Spring Valley, WI 54767 📞 (715) 778-5988
🕓 2nd & 4th Wed 10–11:30 am & 4:30–6 pm
🥫 St. Croix Valley Food Bank
📍 1231 Industrial St. #400, Hudson, WI 54016 📞 (715) 629-5405
🌐 stcroixvalleyfoodbank.org/contact-us
🚗 Ruby’s Pantry – Drive-up pantry, $25 food bundle
📍 Ellsworth Pop-Up: 1st Saturday monthly, 10–11:30 am
www.rubyspantry.org
🍎 Fare For All – Healthy food at up to 40% off retail prices, open to everyone.
📍 Red Wing: Church of Saint Joseph
📍 Cottage Grove: All Saints Church
Find dates & more info: thefoodgroupmn.org/groceries/fare-for-all
🥪 Ellsworth School Meals – Free & Reduced Lunch Program
Contact Dee Rasmusson, Food Service Director: rasmussond@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
🎒 BackPack Program – Weekly non-perishable food, monthly produce/dairy vouchers
Contact District Nurse Jessica Puhrmann: puhrmannj@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
👶 WIC (Women, Infants & Children) – For pregnant/nursing women and children under 5
Contact Pierce County Public Health: (715) 273-6758
🧡 TEFAP (Emergency Food Assistance Program) – Free emergency food for income-eligible families
Contact Pierce County Public Health: (715) 273-6758
Wisconsin 211: https://211wisconsin.communityos.org/
Pierce County Economic Development: https://www.co.pierce.wi.us/departments/human_services/economic_support/programs.php
If you have any questions or need assistance please feel free to contact the district social worker Olivia Carlson at 715-273-3912 x3107 or carlsono@ellsworth.k12.wi.us

UPDATE: Unfortunately We didn't have enough interest in this so we have to postpone until Spring time.
💜 Positive Solutions: Families Building Positive Relationships 💜
Join us for a free class series at Ellsworth Elementary designed to help families build stronger connections and support positive behavior at home!

💜 Collaboration across grade levels is one of the best parts of being a Panther!
Mrs. Thompson Kinneman’s 7th and 8th grade FACS students recently delivered their creative projects to Ms. Heitman’s kindergarten class. Earlier this year, kindergarteners shared ideas for characters they’d love to see and the middle schoolers made it happen!
Our 7th graders wrote & illustrated stories about the characters, and the 8th graders hand-sewed them into adorable creations. The kindergarten students were thrilled to receive their very own character and storybook! 📚💜
#PantherPride










Join us for a whimsical journey into Willy Wonka’s world of pure imagination! From the golden ticket winners to the unforgettable Oompa Loompas, this musical brings the beloved story to life with dazzling performances, lively music, and a whole lot of chocolatey charm.
Whether you're young or just young at heart, this magical production will leave you humming, laughing, and dreaming of candy lands. Don't miss your chance to step inside the factory gates!
Invite your friends, share the magic, and get ready for a sweet time! 💜🍭
https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19699?activity=Musical

For the first time since 1992, the Ellsworth Boys Cross Country team is STATE BOUND! 🎉
With an incredible runner-up finish at the sectional meet this past weekend, the Panthers have earned their spot at the WIAA State Cross Country Championship.
We’re so proud of this hardworking group and can’t wait to cheer them on at state! 🐾 #PantherPride






