Ellsworth Middle School

It’s no secret that vaping is on the rise, especially among teenagers. Tobacco companies specifically targeted their advertisements toward youth, and despite not knowing what the long term effects might be, many young people in our community have been impacted. As a school district, we want to do all that we can to support students in making healthy lifestyle decisions. We have two staff members, Jill Hutcheson and Nancy Huntley, who have been trained in vaping education courses through the American Lung Association. Over the course of this school year, Jill and Nancy will be offering small group opportunities during the school day for interested students. Please see the program descriptions below, and contact either Nancy or Jill with questions. If you are concerned about your child’s use or potential vulnerability to using tobacco or other drug products, there are links below with additional information about the program and a sign-up to participate in one of the small group opportunities. We will also be sending this information out to all middle and high school students to gauge their interest. https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/helping-teens-quit/not-on-tobacco Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uY7WBTtetKbKpKI8dYmv-lOYbFMXLyN0V2CrqHvd1D8/prefill Jill Hutcheson Tobacco Prevention Specialist hutchesonj@ellsworth.k12.wi.us Nancy Huntley Mental Health Coordinator huntleyn@ellsworth.k12.wi.us 715-273-3911 ext 2128

Homecoming 2023 is right around the corner. Here are the dress up days so you can get planning!!!

As the leaves start to change and the air gets crisp, we're excited to bring you the October Lunch Menu for ECSD! 🎃🍽️ Our food service team has whipped up some delicious and nutritious meals to keep our students fueled and ready to learn. Please note that this menu is subject to change, but we promise it will always be delicious!

To register or if you have questions please contact one of our PAC Night Leaders. Melinda Casper casperm@ellsworth.k12.wi.us 715-273-3911 Nancy Huntley huntleyn@ellsworth.k12.wi.us 715-273-3911 Olivia Carlson carlsono@ellsworth.k12.wi.us 715-273-3912

📅 Save the Date: Sunday, October 1st 4-6pm 🏡 Mark your calendar and come over to EHS on Sunday, October 1st to discover more about our upcoming community survey. 📋 Here's what you can expect: 🎤 A brief presentation to give you insight into our goals and objectives. 🚶‍♂️ Guided tours of our locations, so you can see firsthand what our community's needs are. This is your chance to get involved, make your voice heard, and help shape the future of our district. 🤝 See you there! More details can be found on our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/community-survey-copy

Resilience Expert Tasha Schuh Will Present at Ellsworth Middle School on October 5th, 2023 at 10:05 am, Addressing Mental Health Tasha Schuh is an inspirational speaker who equips youth and educators to be resilient for their mental and emotional health. The four components of her speech, PATH (Purpose, Attitude, Team, and Hope), helped Tasha be resilient after a life-changing theater accident at age 16, which left her paralyzed from the chest down. She now lives a vibrant, fulfilling life, sharing her message of PATH across the nation. Tasha’s message will empower our Ellsworth Middle School students and staff with tangible tools to improve their mental and emotional health and overcome life's challenges. We are looking forward to welcoming Tasha to our school. Tasha will present at Ellsworth Middle School, 312 Panther Drive, Ellsworth, WI at 10:05 a.m. on October 5, 2023. Members of the media are welcome to attend Tasha’s presentation. Please contact Erin Tomlinson at (715) 273-3908 or tomlinsone@ellsworth.k12.wi.us with any questions. About Tasha Schuh Tasha and her husband/manager, Doug, speak to audiences across the country, focusing on youth and educators, sharing her message of PATH and resilience. She is also the author of two books “My Last Step Backward” and “My Next Move Forward.” Tasha has received many awards, including The National Rehabilitation Champion Award and The Hometown Hero Award. Beyond her inspirational message, Tasha is passionate about helping youth build a foundation for resilience in their lives. Tasha and a team of mental health and education professionals created The Power of PATH: Building Resilience for Mental Health and Suicide Awareness Curriculum™. This teacher-led program is designed for grades 6-12. Tasha has spoken to over 70,000 students since the 2017/2018 school year. She makes an impact and inspires real progress with students' mental health awareness and skills-based coping. Learn more: https://www.tashaschuh.com/

Join us to celebrate the work we've done in our community for Rock the Block. The event is free to everyone in the community and will feature Ellsworth High School alumni Christina Kowalchyk.

We will have a menu change on Wednesday, Sept 27th. Middle and Elementary Popcorn Chicken Bag of Chips Baked Beans Steamed Veggies Choice of Fruit High School is having a Picnic in the Park Hot Beef Sandwich Mac & Cheese Chips Fresh Fruit Treat

IT'S ALMOST HERE! ROCK THE BLOCK: ELEVATE ELLSWORTH Friday, September 29-Sunday, October 1 In collaboration with Habitat for Humanity, the Village of Ellsworth, and Ellsworth High School, we invite you to take part in Rock the Block: Elevate Ellsworth. A neighborhood revitalization event where volunteers will tackle exterior projects on several Ellsworth homes. This initiative is only possible with lots of volunteer help! A BIG thank you to those who have signed up to volunteer already! After reviewing each project, here's the latest on our volunteer needs from Habitat for Humanity: Friday, September 29: 20 more volunteers needed! Saturday, September 30: 30 more volunteers needed! Sunday, October 1: 15 more volunteers needed! No special skills are needed. There will be a crew leader for each project site and Habitat for Humanity supplies all equipment and materials – but people are welcome to bring along rakes, etc. if it pertains to their project. Early next week, volunteers will receive an email with details about the project they’re working on. Everyone who volunteers will receive a long-sleeved volunteer t-shirt, refreshments, and will be celebrated at the Rock the Block: Elevate Ellsworth Picnic (see below). Registering to volunteering is easy using the link below! Take part as an individual, with coworkers, or as a family! https://app.donorview.com/Event/EventInfo?prm=1wj7cgbI33BfN1PFPnATbXhN09Kd8aAwVogcyNPlcWr0JsUCwuYIXSA5me9lF5DNCIuDMOk_PVLh296bDAWgwHC79HiXvoO9r3GMhpMcKUXxEW3wODBG9pszG22uuKND-qQeb69EfDRzX8cZJQ1UjqUyV17eHonNtSfm2WcNZ1wuy3EHXh1o1X9z3ErgEFROdHxf4pEl6b3LFdZ0yw8QzWgdmm83LqeONDKxYI-aLTKPrAT44tCmnU-tIGTsnJ180

6th-grade kiddos were working hard analyzing Langston Hughes' Thank You, Ma'am, in language arts.

Exciting Employment Opportunities at ECSD!! 💜 Full-Time Custodian (2:00 p.m.- 10:30 p.m. during the school year, 6:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. during the summer) 💜 Full-Time Elementary School Health Aide 💜Occupational Therapist Assistant long-term sub + Several coaching & substitute positions available. 💼 How to Apply: To explore the available positions and apply, please visit our official website at https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicSupport/3619 You'll find detailed job descriptions, application requirements, and information about the application process.

OT tips to go from Katelyn! Want to help boost writing skills at home without making it feel like homework? Pull out some Play-Doh (or pipe cleaners, or slime, or line up some beads) and ask your student to describe the highlight of their day in one word… but they have to write it with Play-Doh! Not only does this support letter formation and spelling, but it builds fine motor skills and hand strength. Plus it’s a fun sensory activity that will help calm your student’s body and explore the world around them.

Buttons are now for sale in the High School office during school hours if you missed ordering them with the Panthers Den gear. Buttons will also be for sale in the Panthers Den during home events. They are $2.00 each. Each button is numbered, at half-time of the Homecoming game on October 6th we will draw for cash prizes. Proceeds go to help keep Homecoming activities running in our district, as this is not a budgeted activity. Thank you for supporting our mission to keep Homecoming events going in our schools and community. Also a BIG THANK YOU to Kayleen Jakes from Brush Strokes for making all the buttons for us :)

Nancy Huntley, Mental Health Coordinator and former School Counselor, will be hosting an online book club for any Ellsworth School District parents who want to connect with others and learn practical strategies to help children and teens work through their fears and worries. Books will be available for you to borrow if you don't wish to purchase your own.

It’s no secret that vaping is on the rise, especially among teenagers. Tobacco companies specifically targeted their advertisements toward youth, and despite not knowing what the long-term effects might be, many young people in our community have been impacted. As a school district, we want to do all that we can to support students in making healthy lifestyle decisions. We have two staff members, Jill Hutcheson and Nancy Huntley, who have been trained in vaping education courses through the American Lung Association. Over the course of this school year, Jill and Nancy will be offering small group opportunities during the school day for interested students. Please see the program descriptions below, and contact either Nancy or Jill with questions. If you are concerned about your child’s use or potential vulnerability to using tobacco or other drug products, there are links below with additional information about the program and a sign-up to participate in one of the small group opportunities. We will also be sending this information out to all middle and high school students to gauge their interest. https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/helping-teens-quit/not-on-tobacco Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uY7WBTtetKbKpKI8dYmv-lOYbFMXLyN0V2CrqHvd1D8/prefill Jill Hutcheson Tobacco Prevention Specialist hutchesonj@ellsworth.k12.wi.us Nancy Huntley Mental Health Coordinator huntleyn@ellsworth.k12.wi.us 715-273-3911 ext 2128

National Farm Safety and Health Week 2023 Resources & Information brought to you by the Ellsworth FFA & FFA Alumni As we enter harvest season, we hope everyone stays safe and well. Attached is information and resources that the FFA put together. https://5il.co/2520e

EMS Parents Club Apparel Fundraiser - Our very own Melanie Seeger designed the logo on the apparel. https://www.brushstrokesartsupply.com/shop/ems-parent-club-apparel-fundraiser/20?page=1&limit=60&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc

Exciting Opportunities at ECSD!! 🍎🏫 Are you passionate about making a positive impact on student's lives? Do you have a strong desire to contribute to the nurturing and development of young minds? Look no further! 💜Special Education Teaching Assistant 💜High School Girls Assistant JV Softball Coach 💜High School Girls Head JV Softball Coach 💜High School Girls C Team Basketball Coach 💜Middle School 7th Grade Girls Head Basketball Coach 💜High School Boys Basketball Varsity Assistant Coach + Several substitute positions available. 💼 How to Apply: To explore the available teaching positions and apply, please visit our official website at https://wecan.waspa.org/Employer/Vacancy/PublicSupport/3619 You'll find detailed job descriptions, application requirements, and information about the application process.

Help protect your children -- and their classmates -- when they're under the weather so that they can return to the classroom healthy and ready to learn. When your child is sick The best thing you can do is to keep your children home when sick. This will help stop the spread of illness to other children and teachers. Keep them home when they show any of these symptoms: fever of 100 degrees F or higher nausea or vomiting severe headache diarrhea red, watery eyes with yellow or green drainage undiagnosed rash Children should stay home until they have been naturally without fever for at least 24 hours. Please do not give children fever-reducing medication and then send them to school.

WE NEED YOUR INPUT!!! The Ellsworth Community School District will survey residents this October to gain feedback about current projects under study. Please join us on Sunday, October 1st from 4-6 pm for an open house at EHS. More details can be found on our website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/community-survey-copy