The Ellsworth School District if partnering with the YMCA & Red Wing Environmental Learning Center to provide outdoor learning opportunities at no cost. Students enrolled in the Ellsworth School District can sign up for the options offered by the ELC & YMCA this summer.
https://www.redwingymca.org/camppepin/about
http://redwingelc.com/
Ellsworth School District Community Education Free Course Offerings
The district currently has access to an Outside of School Time grant that funds opportunities for students to explore new interests and activities. If you are interested in registering for a class call 715-273-3911.
The fee will be waived.
Tractor Safety
The Tractor Safety course for 2023 in Pierce County will be offered this spring for youths 13-15 years of age. The Federal Child Labor Law, established in 1970 states that a person under the age of 16 cannot be employed for driving a tractor on farms not operated by their parents or guardians until they have completed a tractor safety course and become certified. Participants must be 14 years of age to receive this federal certification on their fourteenth birthday. Wisconsin Act 455 prohibits any child under the age of 16 to operate a farm tractor or self-propelled implement of husbandry on the highway unless the child had complete tractor safety certification. Wisconsin Act 178 establishes a minimum age limit of 12 to enroll for this type of certification. The students must attend all classes and pass the course to receive certification. The course teaches youth about tractors and farm machinery. They learn how to operate the machines safely. They also learn about safety features connected with operation and use of machines. The course includes classroom and practical instruction and the youth are tested on knowledge and operation of a tractor. Students who enroll are required to have a Social Security number before they can be certified. Application forms for Social Security numbers are available at banks and post offices.
Bring a bag lunch or if you need a box lunch, please reach out to
Kim Bruesewitz - Before and After School Program Director
bruesewitzk@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
Dates: June 19-22 Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Deadline for sign up: June 5
Location: EHS - Ag Room 190
Instructor: Katie Christenson
Calling all individuals who are interested in sports or technology!!!!!
ECSD is currently hiring for the following positions.
💜EES Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher
💜EES 4K teacher- .50 FTE (mornings)
💜EMS 8th grade Math Teacher
💜EES Occupational Therapist long-term sub
💜JV Boys Basketball Coach
💜8th Grade ELA Teach
More details can be found on our employment website.
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/employment
📢 Exciting News! 🌟
Attention all soccer enthusiasts and parents! 🥅⚽ Nathan and Jayvid, two incredible high school students, are proud to announce their exceptional capstone project: a fantastic soccer camp for young athletes! 🎉
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Registration for the camp closes on May 25th, 2023.
Feel free to share this post with fellow soccer enthusiasts or anyone who might be interested. Let's make this soccer camp a roaring success! 🎉
If you have any questions or need further information, please reach out to Nathan or Jayvid at tlaug2@hotmail.com
A group of EES Third, Fourth, and Fifth grade students participated in the Battle of the Books. They were responsible for reading 10 books and then be able to answer questions about the books. Our winning teams were all from Fifth Grade this year! Way to go readers!
Today was an "EES Ag Day" like no udder! 🌱🐾 Thanks to the amazing Mrs. Christenson and the hardworking FFA students, our school turned into a bona-fide farmyard! 🚜🐣
🌟 Hats off to these budding agriculturists 🌟 for bringing their adorable animals to school and giving our EES students a pawsome opportunity to learn firsthand about farming and the wonders of the animal kingdom! 🐰🐄🦆
Let's give a big shout-out to Mrs. Christenson and the FFA students for going above and beyond to make this day moo-velous! 🌟🙌 Your dedication to educating our young minds is udderly amazing! 🌟📚
Remember, folks, knowledge grows where the seeds are sown, and today, those seeds of knowledge sprouted like never before! 🌱🌻 Let's continue nurturing the love for agriculture and appreciation for our furry and feathery friends! 🌾❤️🐾
Great news! The Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley, in collaboration with Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix Counties, is organizing a monthly program called the Recovering Together Café. This initiative is designed for individuals in recovery or those supporting someone in recovery, specifically for individuals with children from prenatal to kindergarten entry residing in Pierce, Polk, or St. Croix Counties.
If you're interested in participating, you can register through the Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley website at https://frcscv.org/register-today/.
This initiative aims to create a supportive community for individuals in recovery and their families while focusing on the unique needs and challenges faced by parents with young children. It's an excellent opportunity to connect with others, share experiences, and access valuable resources.
The EES Book Ninja strikes again!!!
The ECSD is currently hiring for the following position.
-Alternative Education Coordinator/School Counselor position at the Middle School for the 2023-2024 school year
More details can be found at our employment website https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicCertified/3619
LUNCH MENU UPDATE
So proud of the 4th and 5th graders at EES for their amazing performance of The Epic Quest of the Damsels in Distress! 🎉👏🏼🎭 These young actors and actresses brought so much energy and enthusiasm to the stage, and their hard work really paid off. 🙌🏼📚👧🏼👦🏻 The story was full of adventure, magic, and of course, dragons! 🧙♀️🐉 It was an absolute joy to watch these talented students bring the characters and story to life. 🤩 Congratulations to the entire cast and crew on a job well done!
Congratulations on completing the staff portraits, and kudos to the 5th graders for doing a fantastic job! It's always great to see students engaged and producing high-quality work. It sounds like this was a favorite lesson for many, which is a testament to the effectiveness of your teaching. Keep up the good work!
Great to hear that the 3rd graders had a wonderful time visiting the Ellsworth Public Library and enjoyed the activities there. It's always exciting to see young students engage with learning and exploring new spaces. Kudos to the library for creating such a welcoming and educational environment!
📚👧🏼The third graders were on 🔥 as they presented their wax museum activity! Each student researched and presented a biography about a well-known person, inspiring and educating the second graders and their families. 👏🏼👏🏼 Who knows, maybe one of these students will be the next historical figure in the making! 🌟
Yesterday was our last night of EES puzzle club. We had put together a puzzle for the Kolodzienski family in memory of Peter. He was one of our puzzle club kids, so we decided to celebrate him as he is so special to us. We also enjoyed some crumble cookies!
It's great to see people taking the initiative to prioritize their mental health. Here are some tips for the activities for each day of the week:
Mindful Monday: Practicing mindfulness can be a great way to reduce stress and increase focus. One simple mindfulness exercise to try is to find a quiet place to sit, close your eyes, and focus on your breath. Try to clear your mind and simply observe your breath moving in and out of your body. If your mind starts to wander, gently bring it back to your breath. You can do this exercise for as little as 5 minutes or as long as 30 minutes.
Tech-free Tuesday: It's important to be aware of the impact that social media and other forms of technology can have on our mental health. Consider taking a break from social media and other electronic devices for a few hours or even the whole day. Use this time to connect with loved ones, engage in a hobby, or spend time in nature.
Walk on Wednesday: Exercise is a great way to boost your mood and reduce stress. If you don't have a lot of time, even a 15-minute walk can help. Consider taking a walk during your lunch break or after dinner. You could also try incorporating walking into your daily routine by parking further away from your destination or taking the stairs instead of the elevator.
We hope these tips are helpful and that you have a great Mental Health Month!
If you need help or resources please reach out to our district mental health coordinator Nancy.
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/mental-health-resources
🌱🌿🌻 Calling all green thumbs! The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here - our EHS FFA greenhouse is officially open for business! Get ready to plant, grow, and harvest to your heart's content. And don't worry, even if you don't have a green thumb, we'll have some delicious food for sale. Come join us for a fun and rewarding experience that'll have you saying, "lettuce never close this greenhouse!" 🌱🌿🌻
Looking for information and resources related to mental health? Look no further than our district's Mental Health Coordinator, Nancy Huntley! As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we want to remind our community that support and resources are available. Nancy has a wealth of knowledge and can provide information and support related to mental health. We will share more information throughout the month, so stay tuned and work together to promote positive mental health and well-being for all.
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/mental-health-resources
The Ellsworth School District has been awarded a grant to support student programs and services before and after school. 🏫📚 This grant will run through September 2024, and we are thrilled to offer the Extended Experience program to our students! 🌟✨
The primary goal of this grant is to provide programming to close the achievement, social, emotional, and mental health gaps caused by the pandemic. We believe that every student deserves access to resources and opportunities that will help them succeed, and this grant will help make that possible.
The grant focuses on literacy, outdoor education, experiences (through Red Wing ELC), and academic tutoring. We are excited to offer a wide range of fun and engaging clubs, including science, photography, puzzle club, zine club, book club, reading, tutoring, cooking, and so much more! 📖🧩🍴
We are grateful for this opportunity to support our students and help them thrive. Thank you to everyone who made this grant possible, and we can't wait to see what our students will achieve through the Extended Experience program! 🤩👏
For questions on this program, please reach out to:
Kimberly Bruesewitz
ECSD Before/After School Program Director
bruesewitzk@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
