Ellsworth Community School District

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 💜🐾

🏋️‍♀️ 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

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 🐾💜

UPDATED: We have decided to extend the food drive in the Den until Tuesday, December 23rd at 8:00am.

The High School Den Managers are kicking off a holiday food drive! 🎄🖤💜
If you’re able, please bring unopened, non-perishable food items to the Den. All donations will be delivered to our local Food Shelf to support families in our community.

Thank you for helping us spread a little kindness this season! 🐾

Big smiles and even bigger creativity 🎉
Our EES students just wrapped up Piñata Club, led by Ms. Sanchez, and what a fun experience it was. Students designed and created their own beautiful piñatas from start to finish, learning new skills along the way and having a great time together.

Nice work, everyone, and a big thank you to Ms. Sanchez for making this club such a hit! 💜🐾

🎄✨ Freshman Capstone Spotlight ✨🎄

Our freshman students brought holiday cheer to the community with their capstone project, North Pole Playhouse. This event offered free childcare so parents could do some holiday shopping while kids enjoyed a fun-filled space with festive, holiday-themed activities. Smiles, laughter, and Christmas spirit were everywhere 🎅❄️

This project was funded in part by the Ellsworth Community School District Foundation, along with generous donations from these local businesses. Thank you for supporting our students and this special event.
• Walter's Electric, Plumbing, Heating & AC
• Waltz Ace Hardware
• CW Garage Doors
• Pierce Pepin Cooperative Services
• YB Urban? Aroma Bar

🎁 Capstone Project Planners
Cora Peterson, Audrah Krig, Aubrey Faber & Melanie Seeger
🎄 Helpers at the Event
Brody Flynn, Viola Schmidt & Mackenzie Hince

We are proud of our freshmen for creating a meaningful project that supported families and spread holiday joy in our community. Panther Pride! 🐾💜

Community Ed Sunday Spotlight ✨
Looking to get involved, get connected, and try something new? Check out a few of our upcoming Community Education classes and events!

🔧 Intro to Welding
Curious about welding? This class covers the basics of safety, techniques, and common welding processes, including SMAW (Stick), GMAW/MIG, and GTAW/TIG. A great intro for beginners who want to learn hands-on skills.

🌈 DIY Beaded Plant
No green thumb required! Create a fun, colorful beaded plant that never needs watering. You’ll learn simple beading techniques and leave with a finished piece to display or gift. All supplies are provided.

🧩🍿 Puzzles & Popcorn
Join us for this free event open to all ages. Enjoy puzzles of all sizes and skill levels, connect with friends and neighbors, and snack on popcorn while you play. If interest is high, we may even add a friendly puzzle competition!

👉 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

Let’s learn, create, and connect—together 💜🐾

🌸 Spring Community Ed Catalog is Here! 🌸
Our Spring Community Education catalog is out, and registration opens Monday evening!

From creative classes and fitness opportunities to family fun and lifelong learning, there are so many great ways to get involved this spring. Take a look, pick a class (or two!), and get excited about all the amazing opportunities coming up.

👉 Interested in Community Ed offerings this spring?
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 💜🐾

☕🔥 Panter Perk Coffee Now Available at the Panther Den (school store) and Nilssen's Grocery Store!
Our high school’s Coffee Roasting Program is here with freshly roasted coffee—crafted from green beans to final bean by our very own students! We have a variety of roast options, if you like dark, medium or light we have something for everyone.

🎄Also for a limited time our Holiday Coffee Blend Is Here! We have a small batch of our peppermint mocha blend that would make a perfect gift for teachers, family, and your favorite coffee lover.

Support our hands-on student learning experiences while fueling your caffeine habit at the same time.

Thank you for your support!

Our 2026–2027 school calendar is now published for anyone who likes to plan ahead. 🗓️

A couple dates to note for next school year:
• Graduation for the Class of 2027 is set for Friday May 21, 2027
• The last day of school will be Friday May 28, 2027, which means we’ll be out before Memorial Day

You can view the full calendar on our website. 💜🐾
https://5il.co/3swdx

It’s Day 67 at ECSD, and you know we weren’t going to let this one pass by. 😄

Since “6-7” is the big trend everyone’s saying this year, we had to join in the fun and celebrate Day 67 in true Panther style.

Thanks for bringing the energy, Panthers… you always keep us smiling! 💜🐾

Menu today will be: Orange Chicken Menu
Tomorrow is the Taco Salad
Just pushed everything ahead and No Mozzarella Dipper Menu.

Due to the current road conditions, the Ellsworth Community School District is now closed today, Wednesday, December 10th.

Ellsworth Community School District will have a 2 hour delay today Wednesday December 10th due to the weather. There will be no morning 4YK class.

Last Wednesday, EHS hosted a special signing ceremony to celebrate four Panthers who have committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. We’re incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and the example they set for our younger athletes.

Congratulations to:
– Gavin Klos – St. Mary’s University, Baseball
– Chace Kressin – UW–Platteville, Football
– Lexi Marks – UW–River Falls, Golf
– George Rohl – University of Minnesota, Football

We can’t wait to cheer you on as you take the next step in your athletic journeys. Way to represent Ellsworth! 💜🐾

Mrs. Johnson’s Food Service class is in full swing with cinnamon roll production in the foods room, and things are smelling amazing. Students have been busy mixing, rolling, and baking using our new commercial equipment. Talk about an upgrade!

We’re especially loving the 80-quart commercial mixer, which has been a game changer for large-batch baking. The commercial kitchen and equipment were part of the high school remodel this summer, and it’s exciting to see our students using these tools firsthand.

Hands-on learning, great food, and a beautiful new space… we’d call that a win. 💜🐾

Our 7th graders had the opportunity to hear from EHS alumni Tasha Schuh during her annual visit to EMS. Her Power of PATH message is engaging, interactive, and something every young person should hear. PATH stands for Purpose, Attitude, Team, and Hope-the tools she has carried through her journey and now shares to help students build resilience, stay hopeful, and care for their mental and emotional well-being.

Thank you, Tasha, for coming to speak with our students once again. You inspire so many, and we’re grateful to have you back at Ellsworth Middle School each year. 💜🐾

Looking for something fun to do over holiday break?
The Ellsworth Community School District Foundation is covering the cost for FREE entry to the Klaas-Jonas Pool on December 28 & 29.

If the kids are getting restless at home, pack up the swimsuits and enjoy a day at the pool - no cost to you thanks to ECSD Foundation!!

Bring the family, splash, swim, and make the most of break! 🐾💜
Mark your calendar and spread the word!