At the January board meeting, the Ellsworth Community School District Board of Education officially approved the resolution to move to a $25.445 million Facilities Referendum at the upcoming April 2, 2024, election.
A year ago, the district contracted for the completion of an in-depth facility study to best identify our most pressing facility needs. This study provided important information regarding the life cycles of aging infrastructure of our facilities such as mechanicals, flooring, doors, windows, parking lots, roofs, etc.
Following the facility study, a community-wide survey was conducted last fall to measure support for various elements of what were defined as the items of highest priority. In all, $40.4 million in projects were tested. The results of the survey showed little support for projects that included outdoor athletic field improvements and a childcare facility. The survey also demonstrated that the cost of all of the projects was a concern.
As a result of the survey, the projects were narrowed down in scope and cost with the elimination of the athletic field projects and the childcare facility. The projects now include:
◼️Addressing aging infrastructure at the nearly 30-year-old middle school along with light remodeling of the locker bays, science labs, and Career and Tech Ed area.
◼️Addressing aging infrastructure at the high school.
◼️Remodeling and expansion of the 1970’s era Career and Tech Ed area at the high school in order to promote careers in the trades, agriculture, engineering, food service, and business.
◼️Expansion of the inadequate weight room and physical fitness area at the high school to meet the needs of our physical and athletic programs along with the expansion of the main gym lobby.
In the coming weeks leading up to the referendum, we will be publishing much more information about the referendum to best inform the public about the proposed projects. We have also launched a referendum project page on our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
💜ECSD IS SEEKING SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS💜
The need for substitute teachers is at an all-time high!
Buddy Flashlight Reading Fun 3rd Grade
STEM marshmallow Challenge 3rd grade
After reading a ReadWorks article about origami, students researched and made their own origami creations. This was not an easy task!
Coriander Living Collective is hosting a grief workshop for free at the River Falls Public Library on February 8th from 6:30 - 7:30. Here is the info: https://www.corianderlivingcollective.com/workshops-retreats/grief-stephanie-larson-river-falls-library
Camp Pepin Summer Registration: Would your student be interested in attending summer camp? The Red Wing YMCA runs both day camps and overnight camps throughout the summer. These are at reduced costs through the Ellsworth School District Outside of School Grant.
If you have any questions, please email pechaceka@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
https://redwingpepin.campintouch.com/ui/unrestricted/pricing/DatesAndRates
Exciting News from ECSD Community Education!
Get ready to unlock your hidden talents with our upcoming community education programs! 🌟 Registration deadlines are approaching, so don't miss out on these fun and enriching classes. 🎉
1️⃣ Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People 🎹
Have you ever dreamt of playing the piano but thought you were too busy? Join us for an instant piano course tailored for the hopelessly busy! Discover the joy of making music effortlessly. 🎶 Deadline for registration: 1/18/24
2️⃣ Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People 🎸
No time to spare, but always wanted to strum the strings? Our instant guitar class is designed just for you! Unleash your inner rockstar without the hassle. 🤘 Deadline for registration: 1/18/24
3️⃣ Valentine Sock Gnomes Workshop ❤️
Spread love and get crafty with our Valentine Sock Gnomes workshop! Create adorable gnomes using socks and share the love this Valentine's Day. 💖 Deadline for registration: 1/26/24
Don't let time slip away – secure your spot now! Visit https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/community-education to sign up and embark on a journey of learning, creativity, and fun. 🌈📝
📚✨ Exciting News from ECSD Spelling Bee! 🎉🏆
Let's give a big round of applause to our incredible spellers who showcased their linguistic skills at the ECSD Spelling Bee for grades 3-8! 🌟
🏅 Ellsworth Champion (7th Grade): Layla Cook
Congratulations to Layla for emerging as the Ellsworth Champion!
🥈 Runner-up (8th Grade): Landon Robole
Congratulations to Landon for an outstanding performance and securing the well-deserved runner-up position!
🏆 EES Champion (Grade 3): Violet Oberg
Let's also celebrate our youngest spelling sensation, Violet! 🌈📖 You are the EES Champion, and your spelling talents have set a high standard!
Congratulations to all participants who made the ECSD Spelling Bee an event to remember! Your hard work, determination, and love for words have truly made us proud. Keep spelling those words with confidence!
2024-2025 4YK Enrollment is Now Open!!
Please Register your 4-year-old no later than April 20, 2024.
For questions, please contact the Ellsworth Elementary School @ 715-273-3912.
REGISTER HERE: https://wicloud1.infinitecampus.org/campus/apps/olr/application/login/email-choose-year
Exciting Employment Opportunities at ECSD!!
💜 Food Service Staff Position at EES
💜 Custodian - District Wide
💜 Special Education Teaching Assistant at EHS
💜2nd Grade Teacher Long Term Sub at EES
+ coaching & substitute positions available.
💼 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.
Phones at the bus garage are currently not working. To notify the bus garage of any messages please email: chisholmm@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
We will notify when the phones are back up and running.
Welcome back, students and staff!!!
Make a conservation poster! Retta Isaacson from the Pierce County Land Conservation Department will introduce this year’s poster contest and theme and provide guidance for creating yours. Poster-making materials will be provided, along with time to start on your entry.
For more information please contact Caroline at cherfindahl@ellsworthlibrary.org
"Murder on the HMS Colonel Ellsworth" Mystery Dinner
All aboard the HMS Colonel Ellsworth for a luxury holiday on the high seas! It's the ship's maiden voyage but as guests excitedly wave bon voyage, all is not as it seems. Danger lurks below deck when a murder on board turns every guest into a suspect! Always a fun time, this annual interactive murder mystery dinner benefits the Ellsworth Community School District Foundation. Bribes support the Ellsworth High School Drama Department.
Guests are encouraged to dress with the theme! Piece together clues over a delicious buffet dinner. Your ticket includes admission, dinner, and an exciting ride. Bring cash to pay for extra bribes (for hints) to help you in the investigation.
🚢One night only! This event will sell out! Get your tickets now!
https://www.ellsworthcommunityschoolfoundation.org/events
This incredible video was done by the Red Wing Fire Department.
Ellsworth alumni Patrick Harris scripted and produced this production. Great job Patrick and RWFD!!
https://fb.watch/p3_khEV3c1/
Winter Break
Here is our final School News Episode for 2023!! Check out all the hard work that 5th-grade students are doing to produce these wonderful bi-weekly episodes.
https://youtu.be/aDQs6On3OK4?si=SntQKuTAxMovruDX
In kindergarten, we wrote a how to story about making hot chocolate.
We also made gingerbread house with the help of some awesome volunteers.
