Ellsworth High School

💜 On Tuesday, our 9th, 10th, and 12th graders took part in a Day of Service across the community. Our 5th graders from EES didn’t want to miss out on the chance to help, so they joined in too!

🧹 Each 5th grade class headed to different spots around town with some high school helpers to pick up trash and give back. What an awesome way for our youngest Panthers to be part of Service Learning Day and show Panther Pride in the community! 🐾. Thank you 5th graders and teachers for your help!!!

#PantherPride #ServiceLearning

✨ Congratulations to the Ellsworth High School Class of 2026 National Honor Society Officers! ✨

🌟 President – Wyley Myers
🌟 Vice President – Adam Capatske
🌟 Secretary – Maggie Pechacek
🌟 Treasurer – Jenna Early

We’re proud of your leadership and look forward to seeing all you accomplish this year. 💜🖤 #PantherPride #NHS

✨ Tomorrow is the Day of Service! ✨

Our 9th, 10th, and 12th graders will be heading out to service sites from 8:30–11:30 a.m. to lend a hand in our community. Juniors will take the practice ACT in the morning, and then the whole school will come together for a picnic lunch to celebrate the day’s efforts.

📌 A few reminders for students:
Wear purple t-shirts and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.
Leave the brand-new white shoes at home! 👟
Many projects involve painting and yard work.
Bring work gloves, sunscreen, and a water bottle if you have them.

➡️ Please note: Any student who needs to leave during the morning or lunch must have this prearranged. Students cannot be pulled from this event the day of unless it’s an emergency. Be sure to check the attached Passive Consent form for more details.

We’re looking forward to a great day of service, teamwork, and Panther Pride! 💜🐾

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🇺🇸 This week in Mr. Blaeser’s Social Studies class, students honored September 11th by sharing their Heroes of 9/11 presentations. Each student highlighted the courage and sacrifice of individuals who made a lasting impact on that day. We’re proud of their thoughtful work and the way they remembered and reflected on this important part of history. ❤️🤍💙

Our CTE teachers are looking for materials to support classroom projects. Please reach out to myself or contact the high school office if you have any of the items below if you would like to donate.

Come meet our teachers! Tour the school. Learn about student opportunities! Check out the new Panther Den and grab some new gear! Fun activities planned. Serving hot dogs and popcorn!

🎉 Homecoming is almost here! 🎉

Order your Homecoming apparel and buttons today using the link below. 💜🖤

🗓️ Orders are due by September 15th.
👕 Each form allows up to 3 t-shirts and 3 sweatshirts. Want more? Just submit another form!
💳 Remember: your order isn’t finalized until payment is complete, so be sure to finish the checkout process.
https://tinyurl.com/msbfj5me

Let’s show off that Panther Pride at Homecoming! 🐾💜

🎬✨ Over the summer, a group of our high school staff enjoyed an evening of fun and team bonding at The Game Show Experience in the Twin Cities!

They got the chance to step into a Hollywood-inspired game show studio and take part in an immersive world of laughter, challenges, and team spirit. 🎤🎉

We love seeing our staff come together outside of school-it makes our Panther team even stronger! 🐾💜

#PantherPride #TeamECSD #GameShowExperience

🎉 It’s time to celebrate Panther Pride! 🎉

The ECSD Hall of Fame was created to honor outstanding Ellsworth alumni, retired/deceased ECSD staff, and community members who have gone above and beyond in supporting our schools. 🏆💜

We are now accepting nominations for the 2026 Hall of Fame class! 🎓✨ Those selected will be recognized in spring 2026 at a special induction event and featured in print and digital displays throughout the district. 🖼️📚

👉 If you know someone who deserves to be honored, we invite you to nominate them today! All the details and the nomination form can be found here:
https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/hall-of-fame

Please help us spread the word! 🗣️ Share this with family, friends, community members, and alumni near and far. Let’s make sure every deserving nominee has a chance to be recognized! 🏫💜🖤

🗓️ Nominations will be accepted through November 30, 2025.

Dear EHS Students and Families The recent storms brought some unexpected challenges to our construction progress, and as a result, we need to move our open house back by one week. Instead of Tuesday, August 18th from 4:00-7:30 PM, the open house will now be held on Tuesday, August 26th from 4:00-7:30 PM. We will conduct New Student/ Freshman Orientation Activities during the school day on August 26th. I know this change may be disappointing, but please know that our goal is to ensure the building is safe and fully ready to welcome you. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make this adjustment. I'm confident that when you do walk through the doors, you'll see the results have been worth the wait. Thank you for your continued support of our school community-we look forward to seeing you on the 26th! Warmly, Ms. Marcy Burch Principal

🩺🧪 Future healthcare heroes in action!

Several EHS students recently attended the CVTC Medical Simulation Camp and it was intense (in the best way)! Over the course of the camp, they:
💉 Learned how to draw blood, start IVs, and perform IOs
🫁 Practiced intubating patients
🚑 Took part in a 2-hour emergency room simulation with real nurses, where their patient coded multiple times
❤️ Got CPR certified

The instructor said this group, which also included two students from Prescott, was amazing. They stayed focused, worked well as a team, and represented EHS proudly!

Oh, and the perks? 😎
🎁 Tons of swag
🎧 A stethoscope
🎓 A $500 scholarship to take a course at CVTC in any field!

We were thrilled to have our new high school principal, Mrs. Burch, there to cheer them on as they received their certificates. She loved seeing what they were up and they were just as excited to meet her! 💜

Big thanks to Mrs. Lesiecki and Ms. Wiskow for chaperoning and snapping some great photos of our students in action.

#PantherPride #EllsworthEHS #CVTCCamp #FutureNurses #HandsOnLearning

🎾 Tennis fun in Ellsworth! 🎾

More than 20 kids got in on the action at this summer’s tennis camp thanks to the Empower Ellsworth grant! They hit a ton of balls (and maybe a few wild ones 😅), learned from special guest Greg Emerson from Altoona, and shared plenty of laughs on the court. What a great way to spend the summer! 💜

And we’re not done yet…
👉 Ellsworth Girls’ Tennis season is right around the corner!
📅 First official practice: August 12
🕓 Practice time: 3:45–5:30 PM
📬 Questions? Contact Coach Beth Friedrichsen at: friedrichsenb@ellsworth.k12.wi.us

Whether you're a seasoned player or just curious, come out and give it a shot - everyone is welcome to play the best sport in the world! 🎾💪 #PantherPride #EllsworthTennis #GameSetMatch

☕ Big things are brewing in the FACS room!

FACS teachers Sarah Johnson and Alyssa Matzek, along with retired (and still incredibly helpful!) middle school principal Tim Conway, spent three days at Mill City Roasters learning the ins and outs of coffee bean roasting. They’re gearing up for the arrival of a brand-new bean roaster that will be installed right in the FACS room at EHS!

This hands-on experience even included a tour of Café Imports, where green coffee beans arrive in Minneapolis for distribution to roasters across the region.

The best part? Roasting and selling coffee beans will soon become a student-run enterprise as part of the FACS curriculum. All three are excited to start roasting this fall. Stay tuned for a brand new EHS coffee bean coming your way! ☕💜 #PantherPride

🎓 Calling all new students and incoming 9th graders!
Join us for Orientation Night on Tuesday, August 19 from 5:30–7:15 PM at the EHS Cafetorium.

✔️ Get a feel for the building
✔️ Follow a mock schedule
✔️ Ease those first-day nerves

This takes place during the EHS Open House (4:00–7:30 PM), so feel free to stop by early. We’re excited to welcome you to EHS! 💜🐾 #PantherPride

Marcy Burch selected to serve as new Ellsworth High School Principal. Marcy Burch brings over 25 years of experience in education, with a strong background in instructional leadership, student-centered programming, and school improvement. Burch most recently served as the 6–12 Principal at Glenwood City Middle and High School, where she led significant advancements in academics, student engagement, and facility upgrades. Under her leadership, the school’s ACT composite score rose to one of the top rankings in CESA 11. She also expanded dual credit and career and technical education (CTE) opportunities for students, and modernized instructional spaces through a large scale building renovation. Prior to her work in Glenwood City, Burch served in a variety of leadership roles in Minnesota, including assistant principal, student achievement specialist, and special education teacher. She is known for her collaborative leadership style, her commitment to inclusive practices, and her dedication to building strong relationships with students, families, and staff. Burch holds a Master’s Degree in Education and a K–12 Administrative Licensure from the University of St. Mary’s, and completed her undergraduate work in Vocational Rehabilitation and Special Education at the University of Wisconsin–Stout. Marcy and her family reside in Hudson, Wisconsin. She is excited to join the Ellsworth community and looks forward to building partnerships that support student success and school-wide excellence. Welcome to Ellsworth Community School District Marcy!

🌟 Congratulations to Mrs. Marcia Jahnke! 🌟 The Ellsworth Community School District Foundation named Marcia Jahnke as the 2025 Teacher of the Year! 🎉 Mrs. Jahnke, a science teacher at Ellsworth High School, is truly a standout educator. In her classroom, she goes above and beyond to help every student succeed, making complex scientific concepts feel approachable, engaging, and even fun. 🔬✨ She’s known for her ability to adapt her teaching to meet the needs of all learners, creating a space where everyone can thrive. Her intelligence and dedication are clear in the way she breaks down challenging material and supports students through every step of their learning. But Mrs. Jahnke’s impact goes far beyond academics. She builds strong connections with her students by sharing stories, life experiences, and a contagious love for learning. Her energy, creativity, and genuine care for her students make her lessons memorable and meaningful. Please join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor. Congratulations, Mrs. Jahnke! 💜👏

🎉 Congratulations to the EHS Class of 2026! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the induction of our outstanding students into the National Honor Society! Here's to your bright futures! 🏅📚

🔥🔬 S’mores and science? Yes, please! Mrs. Jahnke’s AP Chemistry seniors wrapped up their last day in the most delicious way—by making s’mores using a Rubens' tube! 🔥