The Ellsworth Community School District has begun the search process for a new school district superintendent. The Board of Education and the District are grateful for the service of Superintendent Barry Cain who has announced his retirement at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. To ensure a thorough search, the Board of Education has enlisted the support of the Wisconsin Association of School Boards.
Your input is crucial in identifying the qualities we should prioritize in our next superintendent. We invite every member of our community to participate in a brief survey designed for this purpose. Your thoughts and perspectives will play a role in shaping the future of our district.
📅 Survey Deadline: February 23, 2024
🔗 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/EllsworthComm2024
Let your voice be heard, and help us find a leader who will uphold the values and aspirations of the Ellsworth Community School District. Thank you for your continued support, and together, let's shape a bright future for our students!
Our incredible world language staff took our multilingual learners from EHS on a frosty adventure a few weeks ago! ❄️⛸️ Thanks to the after-school grant, they were hitting the ice for some cool skating and indulging in delicious treats at Culver's! 🍔🍟
We are soon entering our winter season of Parent-Teacher Conferences, a crucial opportunity for nurturing a strong partnership on behalf of your child's education.
Here are the conference dates and times:
ES: Thursday, February 22, and Thursday, February 29, 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
MS: Thursday, February 29, and Thursday, March 14, 4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
HS: Monday, February 26, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Parent-teacher conferences serve as a vital bridge between home and school. They allow you to meet with your child's teachers, discuss progress, strengths, and areas for support, collaborate on academic goals, and learn about the upcoming curriculum. Your presence is not just an update on academic performance but most importantly, a collaborative time for you to share your needs and ask questions.
Your child's education is a shared responsibility, and the Parent-Teacher Conference is a crucial step in building a strong foundation for that partnership. We look forward to welcoming you to discuss your child's progress, goals, dreams, and celebrations! Your attendance demonstrates a commitment to the power of partnerships - and Ellsworth Community Schools are committed to family and community involvement. Together, we can create opportunities for your child to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.
Unfortunately, schedules do not always align. If our conference dates and times won't work for your family, please reach out to your child’s teacher so that this valuable connection can happen in another way (i.e., email, phone call, etc.).
Your active involvement is key to your child’s educational success, and we welcome your input.
Thank you for your continued support in making Ellsworth Community School District a place of excellence!
Sincerely,
Ellsworth Community School District
🔥👩🏭 Celebrating CTE Month at Ellsworth High School! 👩🏭🔥
Did you know it's Career and Technical Education Month? 🌟 Let's give a shoutout to our incredible high school welding class, where 13 out of 25 students are talented young ladies! 🙌🔧
These trailblazing ladies are not just breaking stereotypes, they are CRUSHING it in the welding class! 💪💥 Every day, they are proving that passion knows no gender, and they are laying down some seriously amazing beads. 🔥⚙️
These young ladies making history with the highest number of female students in a welding course in the past decade. 🎉 Let's celebrate their dedication, hard work, and the skills they are mastering. 🌟
To all the young ladies in the welding class: You are inspiring the future generation of skilled professionals, and we can't wait to see the incredible impact you'll make in the world! 🌍👏
💜ECSD IS SEEKING SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS💜
The need for substitute teachers is at an all-time high!
🌍 Mrs. Johnson's International Foods class took a delicious trip to Italy! 👩🍳 They mastered the art of making fresh Italian pasta from scratch! 🍝👏 Such a fun and tasty adventure in the kitchen.
👋 Exciting News! 📣 Start following Ellsworth Community School District on Instagram! 🏫📸 Let's stay connected and celebrate the amazing moments together!
🎉 Join us at: https://www.instagram.com/ellsworthcommunityschooldist/
Mrs. Traynor's amazing high school students are spreading the love of reading to the little ones at EES for National Read Aloud Day! 📖✨
Let's inspire a passion for reading and create lasting memories together! 📚❤️
Kudos to Mrs. Traynor and her dedicated students for making a positive impact on our EES students.
🎉🎈 Save the Date for Bingo Night! 🎉🎈
Join us for a night full of fun and excitement on February 23rd, as we come together to support EHS Senior Lock-in! 🌟👩🎓👨🎓 Get ready for a fantastic Bingo experience at the Pierce County VFW Post 9060.
🚪 Doors open at 6 pm, and the games begin shortly after! 🎊🎁 Bring your friends, family, and lucky charms for a night of laughter, prizes, and community spirit. Your attendance helps make EHS Senior Lock-in Night an unforgettable celebration for our graduating seniors.
Tickets are still available for the Murder Mystery Dinner on March 16th.
Grab your tickets here: https://www.ellsworthcommunityschoolfoundation.org/
Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime, the travelers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, the fierce Brave Girls, a band of bungling pirates, and, of course, the villainous Captain Hook.
Starring 8th graders Knox Hines as Peter Pan, Kensie Matzek as Wendy, Noah Windsor as Captain Hook, and MANY more from all grades and talents.
This year, we will be pre-selling tickets, and no longer doing open seating due to the wonderful turnouts of the previous two years shows.
Tickets are on sale now!
Use the QR code, or go to https://gofan.co/app/school/WI19699 to purchase tickets! Cash/check sales will be available at the EMS office by ADULTS only.
Performance dates are February 22-24 at 7:00 pm, and February 25th at 2:00 pm at EHS Cafetorium!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Please join the Farmer Angel Network of Western Wisconsin, The Webster Family, and the Ellsworth FFA & FFA Alumni for an afternoon of lunch and sharing about mental health within agriculture.
More details can be found on Facebook at https://fb.me/e/6dlsg7CRb
🎨👏 Shoutout to Ms. Bonlander's talented students at EHS for their incredible caricatures of our amazing staff members! 🌟 Head down to the high school office and check out their fantastic work. These caricatures are not only a showcase of artistic skills but also a delightful way to celebrate and appreciate our dedicated staff. 🖼️🏫 Kudos to the artists for their creativity and to Ms. Bonlander for fostering such talent! Take a moment to enjoy the laughter and camaraderie these caricatures bring. 👀 It's sure to brighten your day!
This week is National School Counseling Week 2024!!!! Let's celebrate the incredible efforts and unique contributions of our phenomenal school counselors! 🌟
👥 School counselors help students examine their abilities, strengths, interests and talents; work in partnership with parents as they encounter the challenges of raising children in today’s world; focus on positive ways to enhance students’ academic, career and social/emotional development; and work with teachers and other educators to provide an educational system where students can realize their potential and set healthy, realistic and optimistic aspirations for themselves. School counselors are certified, experienced educators with a master’s degree in school counseling. The combination of their training and experience makes them an integral part of the total educational program.
🌈 Let's take a moment to express our gratitude to the amazing counselors we have here at ECSD! 🤗 Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering support. Your influence goes beyond the classroom, and we're truly fortunate to have such inspiring professionals shaping the future of our students. 🌟
💜💜Spread the love, share your stories, and let's make this National School Counseling Week a memorable one! 💜💜
Thank you to Ms. Wiskow & Mr. Smith at the high school, Mrs. Kyllo & Mrs. Fiala at the middle school, and Mrs. Groh, Mrs. Zimmer, & Mrs. Bennett-Deiss at EES.
Mrs. Johnson's class embarked on a powerful journey through a hunger simulation. Each student was randomly assigned a level upon entering the classroom, shedding light on the stark realities of poverty and inequality.
📜 Here are the assigned levels:
Level 1 - Students sat on the floor, sharing whatever rice was available. Women graciously allowed men to serve themselves first, mirroring customs in many countries.
Level 2 - After going through a line offering beans and rice, students sat on the floor. Again, women waited until the end of the line, following cultural norms.
Level 3 - Students shared a table with Fried Rice, vegetables, and scrambled eggs.
Level 4 - Seated and served a lavish meal of Spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, salad, Kool-Aid, and dessert. A reminder to eat as much as they pleased.
Throughout the simulation, the class engaged in meaningful discussions about poverty and inequality. They explored the challenges of moving through these levels, acknowledging that it often takes several generations for a family to transition from Level 1 to Level 4. However, the key message was one of hope – it IS possible to overcome these challenges and move towards a more equitable society.
Let's continue to educate ourselves and others on the realities faced by many, fostering empathy and working together to create positive change. 🌎💙
🌸✨ Blooming Talents in Floral Design! ✨🌸
A round of applause for Mrs. Christensen's incredible Floral Design students who showcased their creativity in the final floral client project with Mr. Nehls! 🌿🌼 This talented bunch crafted stunning centerpieces for the Chamber of Commerce Meeting last week. 🎉
Let's give a shoutout to these budding florists and their beautiful creations:
🌷 Gage Kokesch
🌺 Brady Knutson
💐 Chrysler Huron
🌸 Genevieve Cady
Positive Parenting Stepping Stones: Virtual Seminars for Parents with Children (0-12) with Disabilities.
Contact instructor with any questions: Hannah White-McGinn, hannah.whitemcginn@wisc.edu or 715-629-0476
SIGN UP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVA4OQtkcIpuDxNtQJFKpVo5iPMBISmYiP6EHzQiSlPiQwpA/viewform
The registration deadline for these community education classes is fast approaching. To register for these classes please fill out the form on our community education website. https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/community-education
💜ECSD IS SEEKING SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS💜
The need for substitute teachers is at an all-time high!
GrandParent Guardians Support Group
Join us 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.
For more information or to sign up please email Melinda, Savannah, or Olivia
casperm@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
waynes@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
carlsono@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
