Ellsworth Community School District

📢 Reminder: EMS Open House is TODAY! 🏫 📅 Date: August 20th 🕓 Time: 4pm-7pm 🎒 New Student Orientation: 4:30pm in the cafeteria We can’t wait to welcome you back! Don’t miss this chance to get ready for the school year and meet your teachers. See you there! 🎉📚

📣 Introducing Ally Marson! 📣 Position: High School Math Teacher Hometown: Berlin, Wis. Education: UW-Eau Claire Hobbies/Interests: I love scrapbooking, playing cards, and practicing piano (even though I don’t get to do it as often as I’d like). 🎹🃏📚 Family: I met my husband while in college, and that’s how I ended up here in Ellsworth. We just got married in July and are excited to start our new life together and get involved in the community! 💍❤️ What are you most looking forward to this year? I’m thrilled to meet the kids and hope they see me as someone who cares about them and wants them to succeed. I’m also looking forward to their sporting events, shows, and concerts. 🎉🏅🎭 Welcome to the team, Ally! We can’t wait for you to inspire our students and be a part of our community! 🌟

📚✨ We are thrilled to welcome back around 350 amazing employees for our school in-service day today! We also welcomed a few new faces to our team, and we couldn't be more excited to kick off the 2024-2025 school year at Ellsworth Community School District! 🎉 As our new Superintendent, Mr. Nadeau, beautifully said, "My hope for you is that you have the best year yet, that you feel inspired and honored to be able to serve students, and that on the days you don’t feel inspired, you have a support network to lean on so you can lean into the work. I’m humbled and honored to be here with you, doing the work that matters so greatly to our kids and community. Let’s make it an incredible week and the best year yet! "💜🤍🚀 LET'S GO PANTHERS!!!! #ECSDPantherPride

📢 EHS Open House is TOMORROW! 🏫 📅 Date: August 20th 🕠 Time: 5:30 pm-7:30 pm 🎒 New Student & 9th Grade Orientation: 6 pm We’re excited to see you at the EHS Open House! Don’t miss out on this chance to get familiar with the school and meet your teachers. Let’s make this school year amazing! 🎉📚

🌟 Welcome Riley Jahnke! 🌟 Position: Fourth Grade Teacher Hometown: River Falls Education: UW-La Crosse Hobbies/Interests: Going to my family cabin, playing pickleball, and watching football games. 🏡🏐🏈 Family: My mom, stepdad, younger brother, and our Mini Golden Doodle, Charlie. 🐶👨‍👩‍👦 What are you most looking forward to this year? Building a class family with my first group of kiddos and meeting staff, parents, and other students throughout the year. 🎉📚 We’re thrilled to have you join our team, Riley! Welcome aboard! 🎉

Welcome to the team, Michael! We’re excited to have you with us this year! 🎉 📣 Meet Michael Rundle Position: Math and Reading Teaching Assistant Hometown: Janesville Education: UW-River Falls Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, watching anime, reading, and driving manual transmission cars. 🚗📚🌄 Family: Married for 28 years, with two sons and a daughter. ❤️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What are you most looking forward to this year? Meeting other staff members and helping students meet their goals. 🌟📚

🎉 Meet Katy Van Gorden! 🎉 Position: PKC Wrap Around Teacher Hometown: Tomah Education: UW-River Falls Hobbies/Interests: I love to bake, garden, hike, fish, camp, and spend time with my family. 🍰🌻🏕️🎣 Family: I have two girls, ages 8 and 10, and a Corgi named Ralph! 🐶👧👧 What are you most looking forward to this year? I’m excited to get to know the elementary staff and students and help the 4Kers feel confident and comfortable as they transition to full-time students! 📚🌟 Welcome to the team, Katy! We’re excited to have you with us this year! 🎉

📚 Back-to-School Open Houses Reminder! 📚 We’re excited to welcome everyone back for the new school year! Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our upcoming Open Houses and Orientations. 🎒✨ 🏫 EMS Open House 📅 August 20th 🕓 4pm-7pm 🎒 New Student Orientation at 4:30pm 🏫 EHS Open House 📅 August 20th 🕠 5:30pm-7:30pm 🎒 New Student & 9th Grade Orientation at 6pm 🏫 EES Open House & Pictures 📅 August 21st 🕑 2pm-6pm We can't wait to see you there! Let’s make this school year the best one yet! 🎉

🎉 Welcome to ECSD, Logan Benson! 🎉 We're thrilled to introduce our newest team member, Logan Benson, who's joining us as a High School Physical Education Intern! 💪🏀 🌍 Hometown: Ellsworth 🎓 Education: UW-River Falls 🏌️‍♂️ Hobbies/Interests: Logan loves staying active through golf, basketball, and running. When he's not on the move, you'll find him enjoying quality time with his family up north. 👨‍👩‍👦 Family: A big shout-out to Logan's amazing support system—his dad Jared, mom Kristie, and brother Luke! You guys rock! What’s Logan most excited about this year? "I'm excited to jump right into my teaching career. Looking forward to the upcoming year!" 🚀 Let's give Logan a warm welcome as he embarks on this exciting journey with us! Stay tuned to meet more of our amazing new staff! 🎉

Welcome, Panthers! 💜 Let's meet our new team members who are excited to join us this year. 📣 Meet Katie Childers Position: Speech Language Pathology Assistant Hometown: Hastings, Minn. Education: UW-Eau Claire Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy spending time with family and friends and love reading. What are you most looking forward to this year? I am looking forward to meeting all the students and building relationships! Stay tuned to meet more of our amazing new staff! 🎉

💜 4YK Open House Fun! 💜 Yesterday, our littlest Panthers had an exciting day at their Open House! They got to meet their teacher, explore the school, enjoy a fun scavenger hunt, and even take their very first school picture! 📸 💜We can’t wait to see our youngest students back in the classroom very soon. It’s going to be a great year! 🎉✨ #ECSDClassof2038

For families that are registered please remember to pick up your school supplies today!!

📢✨ Substitute Teacher Training Opportunity! ✨📢 The need for substitute teachers is at an all-time high! 🌟 👩‍🎓 Do you have an Associates Degree or higher? 👨‍🏫 Are you interested in being a substitute teacher? 💵 ECSD Sub Pay is $150/day Recent changes in Wisconsin now allow those with an Associates Degree or higher to apply for a Short Term Substitute License. 📚🎓 Ellsworth Community School District is happy to provide this training to you! 🏫📘 When: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Location: Ellsworth Middle School Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cost of Training: FREE! 🎉 There is a cost to get your substitute license: 📝 $125.00 license fee 👮‍♂️ $39 fingerprinting fee 📞 PLEASE CALL THE DISTRICT OFFICE TODAY to sign up for the training and learn what items you need to bring with you. Call (715) 273-3900 and ask to speak with either Ashley or Deb. Don't miss this chance to make a difference in our community! 🌟🍎👩‍🏫

📸 Picture Day is coming up at ECSD! 📸 Don't forget to smile and look your best. 🌟✨ Get ready to capture those unforgettable moments! 📷😁 4K / EC: August 15th 4-6pm (during open house) ES: August 21st from 2-6 pm(during open house) MS: September 5th HS: September 3rd Student galleries will be online to view and order 2-5 business days after Picture Day, so watch for a link from the email address: no-reply@imagequix.com If you order a Package or a BYOP bundle within 7 days of galleries going online, you'll receive a FREE Social Media Image so don't forget to order! Visit Cahill Studios website to check out their 100+ background options and tips for preparing for Picture Day! https://www.cahillphotostudio.com/

Exciting Employment Opportunities at ECSD!! 💜MS FCS Teacher- .33 FTE 💜ES Special Education Teaching Assistant/Panther Kids Club Staff 💜ES Elementary Teaching Assistant 💜Bus Garage Assistant Mechanic 💜High School JV Girls Golf Coach 💜HS Math and/or Reading Teaching Assistant 💜District Wide Full Time Custodian 💜HS Varsity Boys Basketball Assistant Coach 💜MS 7th Grade Assistant Football Coach 💜HS Varsity Wrestling Assistant Coach (2) 💼 How to Apply: To explore the available positions and apply, please visit our official website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/employment You'll find detailed job descriptions, application requirements, and information about the application process.

🌞Join us for our last summer Grandparent Guardians Support Group as we navigate the journey of grandparent guardianship together—finding strength, understanding, and a sense of belonging in the company of those who truly comprehend the joys and challenges unique to the grandparent guardian role. 🌼 Let's make this summer meaningful and supportive!

📢✨ Substitute Teacher Training Opportunity! ✨📢 The need for substitute teachers is at an all-time high! 🌟 👩‍🎓 Do you have an Associates Degree or higher? 👨‍🏫 Are you interested in being a substitute teacher? 💵 ECSD Sub Pay is $150/day Recent changes in Wisconsin now allow those with an Associates Degree or higher to apply for a Short Term Substitute License. 📚🎓 Ellsworth Community School District is happy to provide this training to you! 🏫📘 When: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Location: Ellsworth Middle School Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cost of Training: FREE! 🎉 There is a cost to get your substitute license: 📝 $125.00 license fee 👮‍♂️ $39 fingerprinting fee 📞 PLEASE CALL THE DISTRICT OFFICE TODAY to sign up for the training and learn what items you need to bring with you. Call (715) 273-3900 and ask to speak with either Ashley or Deb. Don't miss this chance to make a difference in our community! 🌟🍎👩‍🏫

📅 Deadline to sign up is TOMORROW for our 7th Annual School Supply Event!! 👉 Registration for School Supplies 2024-2025 Sign Up School Supplies https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFzUvJMX9agrlM_Z5r3GHSpchffGqXv4agawymhHwKyLkrow/viewform?usp=sf_link👈 How do I qualify for assistance? Students in need (qualify for free/reduced lunch, confirmed homeless status, referral from School Social Worker, School Counselor, or Mental Health Coordinator) may register to get supplies. Items will be on a first come, first served basis. 🏫 Donations 💜 If you are interested in donating school supplies, shoes, or backpacks please contact: Anne Pechacek: pechaceka@ellsworth.k12.wi.us 📧 715-273-3904 📞 Mary Zimmerman: zimmermanm@ellsworth.k12.wi.us 📧 715-273-3911 📞 Donations can also be dropped off at the elementary school: 🕒 Monday-Thursday between 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. We can also pick up donations. 📍 Ellsworth Elementary 445 S. Piety Street Ellsworth, WI 54011 715-273-3912 📦 For families that are registered: Pick up supplies at Ellsworth Elementary (Bus Loop) 🗓️ Monday, August 12, 2024 🕒 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Let's ensure every student starts the year with the tools they need to succeed! 🌟📖🖊️

👟 Exciting News! We've partnered with Tradehome Shoes to provide footwear for the Back to School Supply Annual Event! 🎒✨ Remember back in April when our amazing 4th graders raised over $6000 for their Kicks for Kids fundraiser? 🏅 Their efforts covered the cost, and Tradehome also generously donated some shoes outright. 🙌 Thank you to everyone who made this possible! 💖 For more information about our 𝟟𝕥𝕙 𝔸𝕟𝕟𝕦𝕒𝕝 𝕊𝕔𝕙𝕠𝕠𝕝 𝕊𝕦𝕡𝕡𝕝𝕪 𝔼𝕧𝕖𝕟𝕥 please check this out. https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/o/ellsworthms/article/1648037

🍽️🎉 High School Cafetorium Gets a Huge Update! 🎉🍽️ This summer, our high school cafetorium received a massive update! The bleachers and the stage are finished, and it's a vast improvement over what we had previously. Check it out next time you're at the high school.