I am hopeful that over the past several weeks you have had the opportunity to become informed about the upcoming facility referendum that is on the ballot next Tuesday, April 2nd. I appreciate the time that our parents and residents have taken to review the information, ask questions, and provide feedback. It is always our primary goal to get information to our residents through a number of avenues to truly inform residents about the projects and the rationale behind the projects. I often get the question of why we bring referendum questions to the public. The primary reason is that annual school district budgets are not meant to provide for large-scale facility maintenance or building projects. They simply have never been. School Districts are very unique in that we must ask for voter approval for these projects through the referendum process. This process was established to provide the voter the voice in these major financial decisions. With this process, residents truly make the decisions regarding the use of their tax dollars. The projects coming to all voters on April 2nd are the result of a nearly two-year process of an in-depth study of our facilities to identify our most immediate needs along with a community survey that narrowed the projects based on the feedback we received. They are also the result of a consistent focus on providing quality facilities for our community through ongoing maintenance and planning. Without this process, the projects simply build and become unmanageable. Bringing a referendum to the voters of the district is not something we ever take lightly. We understand very well the work we need to do to bring responsible projects to the voters and then communicate well why we have brought them to the voters for consideration. Once again, I thank you very much for taking the time to learn more about the proposed projects. I hope that we have provided you with quality information throughout this past number of weeks. Please remember to vote on April 2nd! Please visit our school district website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024 for much more information. Barry Cain Superintendent of the Ellsworth Community School District
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
I am hopeful that over the past several weeks you have had the opportunity to become informed about the upcoming facility referendum that is on the ballot next Tuesday, April 2nd. I appreciate the time that our parents and residents have taken to review the information, ask questions, and provide feedback. It is always our primary goal to get information to our residents through a number of avenues to truly inform residents about the projects and the rationale behind the projects. I often get the question of why we bring referendum questions to the public. The primary reason is that annual school district budgets are not meant to provide for large scale facility maintenance or building projects. They simply have never been. School Districts are very unique in that we must ask for voter approval for these projects through the referendum process. This process was established to provide the voter the voice in these major financial decisions. With this process, residents truly make the decisions regarding the use of their tax dollars. The projects coming to all voters on April 2nd are the result of a nearly two-year process of an in-depth study of our facilities to identify our most immediate needs along with a community survey that narrowed the projects based on the feedback we received. They are also the result of a consistent focus on providing quality facilities for our community through ongoing maintenance and planning. Without this process, the projects simply build and become unmanageable. Bringing a referendum to the voters of the district is not something we ever take lightly. We understand very well the work we need to do to bring responsible projects to the voters and then communicate well why we have brought them to the voters for consideration. Once again, I thank you very much for taking the time to learn more about the proposed projects. I hope that we have provided you with quality information throughout this past number of weeks. Please remember to vote on April 2nd! Please visit our school district website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024 for much more information. Barry Cain Superintendent of the Ellsworth Community School District
Just a friendly reminder that ECSD will be closed on the following days: 🗓️ Thursday, March 28th: Teacher Inservice Day 🗓️ Friday, March 29th: Break 🗓️ Monday, April 1st: Break We hope everyone enjoys the break and we'll see you back ready to learn on Tuesday, April 2nd! 📚✏️
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
Enjoy your break
The high school’s current rear lobby and concessions area limits our ability to host school and community events, due to lack of space. The proposed expansion will more than double the current space while providing secured entry for students and community members to access events and fitness areas. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more information visit our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
The high school’s current rear lobby and concessions area limits our ability to host school and community events, due to lack of space. The proposed expansion will more than double the current space while providing secured entry for students and community members to access events and fitness areas. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more information visit our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
All High School activities and practices are canceled for Tuesday, March 26th. At the Middle School the following activities are canceled. Art Club, STEM Club, Puzzle Club and the Musical Party is rescheduled.
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
HS after school activities and practices are cancelled for today.
📢 Attention Ellsworth community! 📢 Unfortunately, we have to announce the cancellation of tonight's Art Exhibition Reception at the Ellsworth Public Library. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, the good news is that the artwork will still be available for viewing at the library until March 28th! So if you were looking forward to exploring some amazing art, you still have time to stop by and appreciate the talent on display.
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
📢 Attention Ellsworth community! 📢 Unfortunately, we have to announce the cancellation of tonight's Art Exhibition Reception at the Ellsworth Public Library due to the inclement weather. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, the good news is that the artwork will still be available for viewing at the library until March 28th! So if you were looking forward to exploring some amazing art, you still have time to stop by and appreciate the talent on display.
Menu Change: We will have Mini Corn Dog Menu today and Grilled Chicken Menu tomorrow. Another Change will be Mac & Cheese on April 3rd, instead of Pizza Hotdish and the Pizza Hotdish Menu will be April 24th
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
Phone lines are currently down in the district. If you need to contact the schools please use the attendance email. EES - eesattendance@ellsworth.k12.wi.us EMS - emsattendance@ellsworth.k12.wi.us EHS - ehsattendance@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
fyi
The high school’s current physical education fitness areas are a repurposed classroom and the former wrestling room. They lack space and are located down a hallway from each other leading to safety and supervision challenges. The proposed plan will remodel and expand the health & physical education/weight room and lobby to meet our program needs while also providing a resource to the community. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more information visit our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
The high school’s current physical education fitness areas are a repurposed classroom and the former wrestling room. They lack space and are located down a hallway from each other leading to safety and supervision challenges. The proposed plan will remodel and expand health & physical education/weight room and lobby to meet our program needs while also providing a resource to the community. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more information visit our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
Due to the heavy snow, the Ellsworth Community School District will have an E Learning Day on Monday, March 25, 2024. There will be no in person learning. Please follow the E-Learning procedures.
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
Due to the heavy snow, the Ellsworth Community School District will have an E Learning Day tomorrow. Monday, March 25, 2024. There will be no in person learning. Please follow the E-Learning procedures.
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
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
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
The existing locker bays at the middle school are oversized and hard to monitor for student safety. If the April 2 facilities referendum is approved, the locker bay areas will be redesigned to create open, collaborative learning areas for each grade level, while improving student safety. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more information visit our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
The existing locker bays at the middle school are oversized and hard to monitor for student safety. If the April 2 facilities referendum is approved, the locker bay areas will be redesigned to create open, collaborative learning areas for each grade level, while improving student safety. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more information visit our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
🎨✨ Art Exhibition at Ellsworth Public Library! 📚🖌️ Mark your calendars, art enthusiasts! Immerse yourself in the incredible creativity of ECSD students as their artwork takes center stage at the Ellsworth Public Library! 🗓️🎉 🖼️👩‍🎨 Join us for a special reception on March 26th, from 4:30-6:00 PM, where you can meet some of the talented artists behind these masterpieces and celebrate their artistic achievements. 🥳👨‍🎨 Let's come together to support our budding artists and appreciate the vibrant colors and unique perspectives they bring to the community. 🌈👏 Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired by the next generation of creative minds! 👧🏽🎨
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
🎨✨ Art Exhibition at Ellsworth Public Library! 📚🖌️ Mark your calendars, art enthusiasts! From February 29th through March 28, immerse yourself in the incredible creativity of ECSD students as their artwork takes center stage at the Ellsworth Public Library! 🗓️🎉 🖼️👩‍🎨 Join us for a special reception on March 26th, from 4:30-6:30 PM, where you can meet some of the talented artists behind these masterpieces and celebrate their artistic achievements. 🥳👨‍🎨 Let's come together to support our budding artists and appreciate the vibrant colors and unique perspectives they bring to the community. 🌈👏 Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired by the next generation of creative minds! 👧🏽🎨
The demand for workers in the trades, manufacturing, engineering, and agriculture is growing in our region. Our tech ed (“shop”) classrooms and labs do not reflect the modern work settings. The April 2 facilities referendum will expand middle and high-level opportunities for students to gain real-world experiences that prepare them for their careers and post-secondary education. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more details check out our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
The demand for workers in the trades, manufacturing, engineering, and agriculture is growing in our region. Our tech ed (“shop”) classrooms and labs do not reflect the modern work settings. The April 2 facilities referendum will expand middle and high-level opportunities for students to gain real-world experiences that prepare them for their careers and post-secondary education. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 2. For more details check out our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
This message is going out to all families and staff due to the possibility of inclement weather going into the next number of days. At this time, there are no cancellations of school and this is simply for planning purposes. Due to our mild winter so far, we have had no inclement weather cancellations to this point. This allows us some flexibility at this time. Due to this, any inclement weather cancellations in the upcoming week will be virtual learning days for students and staff. Emails will be sent by the building-level principals and staff regarding schedules and plans in the cases of inclement weather days. This plan allows us to continue instruction as we enter the last week of the third quarter and also allows us to keep the Monday, April 1st day scheduled day off of school.
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
This message is going out to all families and staff due to the possibility of inclement weather going into the next number of days. At this time, there are no cancellations of school and this is simply for planning purposes. Due to our mild winter so far, we have had no inclement weather cancellations to this point. This allows us some flexibility at this time. Due to this, any inclement weather cancellations in the upcoming week will be virtual learning days for students and staff. Emails will be sent by the building level principals and staff regarding schedules and plans in the cases of inclement weather days. This plan allows us to continue instruction as we enter the last week of the third quarter and also allows us to keep the Monday, April 1st day scheduled day off of school.
REMINDER FOR 6th GRADE PARENTS! Join us TODAY at 6:30 pm for a 25-minute digital meeting on the 2026 Washington, D.C. trip. Each traveler is eligible for an Early Bird Scholarship of $500! Click to RSVP: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/rsvp/11901115253?rsvp_id=11901115253 Click to join: https://schooltrip.us/EllsworthWI26 Don't miss out!
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
6th Grade Parents! Join us on Thursday, March 21st at 6:30 pm for a 25-minute digital meeting on the 2026 Washington, D.C. trip. Each traveler is eligible for an Early Bird Scholarship of $500! Click to RSVP: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/rsvp/11901115253?rsvp_id=11901115253 Click to join: https://schooltrip.us/EllsworthWI26 Don't miss out!
🏫🔍 Curious about our high school or middle school's needs before the April 2nd referendum vote? 👀 Reach out to our building principals or contact Superintendent Barry Cain to schedule a tour! 📞 We'd love to show you around and share important insights. We will also have someone at all events held at each building so swing by to chat. 💜Let's make informed decisions together! 💜 https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
🏫🔍 Curious about our high school or middle school's critical needs before the April 2nd referendum vote? 👀 Reach out to our building principals or contact Superintendent Barry Cain to schedule a tour! 📞 We'd love to show you around and share important insights. 💜Let's make informed decisions together! 💜
Mark your calendars for the upcoming school facility bond vote: 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, April 2. Polling locations will be open 7am-8pm. Voting information can be found on our referendum webpage: https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
Mark your calendars for the upcoming school facility bond vote: 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, April 2. Polling locations will be open 7am-8pm. Voting information can be found on our referendum webpage: https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/facility-referendum-2024
🎉📚🌞 Exciting News! 🌞📚🎉 Get ready, because registration for our summer school opens on Wednesday, March 20th at 6 pm! 🗓️ This year, we have tons of fantastic opportunities waiting for students in the ECSD. 🎨🎶🔬💃 In June, our summer school will feature a diverse range of classes including Art, Music, Science, Dance, and Outdoor Learning! 🌳🎶 But wait, there's more! We've got all your favorites like Sports Galore, Archery, Babysitting, and Swimming Lessons! 🏊‍♀️ Plus, we're thrilled to introduce some exciting new classes too! 🎉 Stay tuned for details on June Adventures and a thrilling week-long Adventure Camp! 🏕️ More surprises await! Don't miss out on the fun - mark your calendars and register on Wednesday at 6 pm sharp! 🌟
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
Summer School
🌟 Calling all talented dancers! 🕺💃 Tryouts for the EHS Dance Team are just around the corner! 🎉 If you're interested in joining the team for the 2024-2025 season, now's your chance! Registration for tryouts is now live! 📝✨ 📅 Tryout Dates: March 19th-21st 🕒 Time: 3:30-6:00 pm 📍 Location: High School Cafe Remember, registration is required to participate in tryouts. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to showcase your skills and be part of an incredible team! 🌟 For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.ellsworthpanthers.com/dance 💜Let's dance our way to success, Panthers! 💜
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
For those interested in joining the dance team next year, Tryout registration for the upcoming 2024-2025 season is live. Tryouts are March 19th-21st from 3:30-6pm in the High School Cafe. Registration required to participate in tryouts. Please follow the link for more information and registration. https://www.ellsworthpanthers.com/dance
🗳️ Don't let your busy schedule stop you from having your voice heard! 🕒 Absentee voting is the perfect solution to ensure you still cast your ballot, even with a packed schedule. Whether it's work, travel, or any other commitment, you can vote ahead of time and avoid missing out on Election Day. Check out myvote.wi.gov for more info or reach out to your municipal clerk's office. Let's make sure every vote counts! 💜
over 2 years ago, ECSD Admin
🗳️ Don't let your busy schedule stop you from having your voice heard! 🕒 Absentee voting is the perfect solution to ensure you still cast your ballot, even with a packed schedule. Whether it's work, travel, or any other commitment, you can vote ahead of time and avoid missing out on Election Day. Check out myvote.wi.gov for more info or reach out to your municipal clerk's office. Let's make sure every vote counts! 💜