Ellsworth Community School District

🎃👻 Ms. Helgeson’s 8th graders had a spook-tacular time in their Halloween-themed chemistry lab! 🎃 From bubbling beakers to mysterious mixtures, they dove into hands-on experiments to learn more about chemistry while getting into the Halloween spirit. Great job, future scientists! 🧪

🚒👮🚑 PAC Night: Hometown Heroes! 👩‍🚒👨‍🚒👨‍⚕️ We had an incredible PAC Night at the firehall this Wednesday, celebrating Hometown Heroes from our very own fire department, police department, sheriff's department, and ambulance service! 🚓🚨 Smokey the Bear even made a special appearance! 🐻🔥 Children learned about the important roles these heroes play in keeping our community safe, and got some great tips on Halloween safety, too! 🎃🕸️ We also talked about how we can all be heroes in our own way. 🦸‍♀️🦸 A special thank you to PAC leader Becky Lane and her husband, Pete Lane, for helping to organize such an inspiring event!

We've been having a blast with Red Ribbon Week! 🎉 So far, we've had Pajama Day, dressed like our favorite teachers at EES, showed off our Twin Day spirit at EMS, and today we're teaming up against drugs by sporting our favorite jerseys! 🏀 Can't wait to see even more Panther Pride!

📣 Shoutout to our Amazing Students Giving Back! 📣 Ellie Denzer and Aubrey Bauer (pictured below) are leading a donation drive to support Our Neighbor's Place in River Falls—a day facility dedicated to helping those in need with essentials like clothing, food, diapers, and emotional support. 💙 To raise funds, they’re hosting a Candy Bouquet Raffle at the high school! 🍬🍫 And for those who want to support their project directly, donations are also being accepted via Venmo (last 4 digits for verification: 1871). Let’s rally behind Ellie and Aubrey and make a difference together!

Ellsworth Youth Wrestling Registration is NOW OPEN!!! Register here: https://ellsworthwrestling.sportngin.com/register/form/322238953

🦷 Get Your Teeth Cleaned at School! 🦷 Students can receive preventive dental hygiene services right at school on November 5th and 6th! Services include: 🪥 Teeth Cleaning 🦷 Oral Screening 📚 Oral Health Education 🛡️ Dental Sealants and Sealant Checks 💧 Fluoride Varnish & Silver Diamine Fluoride 🤝 Referral Assistance Cost: FREE for students with BadgerCare Low Cost for students without BadgerCare 📄 Forms and Enrollment: Click Here https://bridgingbrightersmiles.org/forms/ or scan the code on the flyer! 📞 Questions? Call 262-896-9891

✨ We’ve got FOUR amazing Community Ed classes coming up in November! Check them out and sign up today! 🌟 💼 Women, Wealth & Wisdom Learn real-world lessons on managing finances and achieving financial goals. Hear stories of women who’ve enriched their lives beyond their bank accounts! 💪💵 🗓️ Date: November 5th ⏰ Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm 📍 Location: EHS IMC 🎤 Presenter: Hannah Sellness, Financial Advisor, Thrivent 💲 Cost: FREE! 👉 No products will be sold at this event. 🖌️ Build Your Own Wood Sign Customize a hanging wood sign with pre-cut 3D designs and letters—perfect for adding a personal touch to your space! 🖼️🪵 🗓️ Date: November 15th ⏰ Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm 📍 Location: Brush Strokes, Ellsworth, WI 💲 Cost: $35 per person ✍️ Sign up by November 8th 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome! 🏡 Transferring Property Across Generations Do you have a family property you want to pass on? Learn how to create a strategy to ensure a smooth transition! 🌳👨‍👩‍👦 🗓️ Date: November 19th ⏰ Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm 📍 Location: EHS IMC 🎤 Presenter: Tanner Haessly, Financial Advisor, Thrivent 💲 Cost: FREE! 👉 No products will be sold at this event. 🎄 Spruce Top Planter Get into the holiday spirit by creating a stunning spruce top planter with fresh greens and fun embellishments! 🌿🎀 🗓️ Date: November 23rd ⏰ Time: 10:00am - 11:30am 📍 Location: EHS 💲 Cost: $40 per person 🎨 Instructor: Renee Reinardy 🎄 Limited to 20 participants 📞 To register, call (715) 273-3904 ext. 2165 or fill out the registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaQpl_GLQHxJmGdz8r0x3Xwbt-6uerkXnzb_HmL5AZJYENSA/viewform

November Lunch Menu

🌟 Exciting times in Ms. Poulos’ Relationships class! This week, students embarked on a unique journey as they created their very own egg babies! 🥚💖 For an entire week, they’ll be taking care of these eggs to get a glimpse of the responsibilities and challenges that come with being a parent. It’s a hands-on experience that teaches empathy, commitment, and the importance of nurturing. Can’t wait to see how they all do! 🍼✨

Fall 2024 FREE Community Clothing Exchange! Looking for a way to give back or refresh your wardrobe? Join us at the Fall 2024 Clothing Exchange happening at the Zion Covenant Church Community Center (lower entrance), 210 N Beulah Street, Ellsworth, WI! 📅 Drop-off Dates: Wednesday, October 30th: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 31st: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 📅 Shopping Dates: Saturday, November 2nd: Ticket holder shopping: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Free for all: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Drop off your gently used clothing (newborn to adult sizes) and receive a ticket to shop first on Saturday morning! 🎟️ No furniture, toys, or household items, please! Shoes, jackets, and books are welcome! For questions, contact Dawn at 📧 dawnnajuliet@hotmail.com. Let’s come together and support our community! 🙌

👵👴 Last Friday, EES opened its doors to warmly welcome grandparents for Grandparents Day! 💖 It was heartwarming to see so many extra guests in the building, sharing smiles, stories, and special moments with our students. Thank you to all the grandparents for joining us and making this day so memorable! Your presence truly brightened our school community. 🌟

🌲🥾 Last week, Mr. Benson's Outdoor Adventure class embarked on an exciting hike to Barn Bluff! The students enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the fresh air, making memories and connecting with nature along the way. It’s great to see our students exploring the outdoors and embracing adventure! Keep it up, Panthers!

Last week, Mrs. Traynor's Adventure Lit class took on the challenge of climbing Barn Bluff in Red Wing, MN! The fall colors were absolutely stunning, creating a breathtaking backdrop for their morning hike. It was a wonderful opportunity for students to connect with nature, explore the great outdoors, and appreciate the beauty of the season. Way to go, Adventure Lit students!

🎭 Exciting things are happening at EES! Mrs. Traynor and her talented Intro to Theatre students visited the Elementary School to read to our enthusiastic 1st graders! 🎉 The students shared stories, sparked imaginations, and created a love for reading that we hope will last a lifetime. It was wonderful to see our older students inspire and engage with our young Panthers! 💚🐾 Thank you, Mrs. Traynor, for fostering this connection and helping build a strong community of readers!

A huge thank you to the Ellsworth Lions Club for providing vision screening at EES! Your dedication to our students' health and well-being is truly appreciated. These screenings play a vital role in ensuring our students can see their best in the classroom and beyond. We are grateful for your support and commitment to our community!

🎉✨ Exciting News for Our Young Panthers! ✨🎉 📣 Join the Mini Panther Pom Squad and let your little one shine! If your child loves to dance, cheer, sparkle, and show off their school spirit, this is the perfect opportunity! We’re looking for energetic, fun, and enthusiastic students in 4K-5th Grade to show off their moves. 🗓️ Dates: November 5th - December 19th 💲 Cost: $50 per dancer 🌟 Showcase Date: December 19th 🚸 Who Can Join: 4K-5th Graders 📅 Practice Schedule: 4K-2nd Grade: Tuesdays 6PM-7PM 3rd-5th Grade: Thursdays 6PM-7PM (No sessions during the week of Thanksgiving) Let’s make new friends, learn awesome routines, and create some amazing memories! Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! 🌟 📧 Inquire at: aliciamharr@gmail.com 🌐 Online registration coming soon! Let’s bring the energy and excitement to the performances! 🖤💜

Our amazing 5th graders from EES had the opportunity to head into the great outdoors with the Red Wing Environmental Learning Center! 🎉 Whether they were rock climbing, fishing at the Great Alma Fishing Float, canoeing, capturing nature through photography, or cooking outdoors, our students embraced every moment. The weather was absolutely perfect, making it an unforgettable experience! 🌞🌲 We’re so proud of our students for their adventurous spirit and teamwork! Way to go, Panthers!

🎉🐾🎂 Happy 7th Birthday, Frannie! 🎂🐾🎉 Our beloved EES service dog is turning 7 today, and we couldn't be more thankful for all the love, comfort, and joy she brings to our school! 💕 From her calming presence in classrooms to her sweet wagging tail, Frannie is a cherished part of our EES family. 🐶✨ Join us in wishing her the happiest of birthdays! 🎈 We love you, Frannie! 💜

At the time of this writing, it is approaching 80 degrees and sunny outside. It doesn't feel like we are approaching November and the conclusion of the first grading period of the school year. We recently held Homecoming Week district-wide and Grandparents’ Day at Ellsworth Elementary, and both were wildly successful. The positive energy and vibes from the students, staff, and parents/grandparents were palpable. Thank you to everyone who had a hand in planning and carrying out these events and activities! I am pleased to report that the planning related to the budget and the levy has landed where it was projected during the planning phases of the referendum in the 2023-24 school year. The mill rate for the 2024-25 school year will be 7.42, which is actually one penny less than the projected mill rate from the referendum planning that was presented at the January 2024 school board meeting. The construction project is entering the bidding phase as we look to begin construction and renovations this coming February. You will begin to see more renderings and visual representations of the spaces in the middle and high school. While we are excited to bring this project to fruition, there are always opportunities for partnership. The CTE programs at the middle and high school would benefit from equipment that is often expensive and cannot all be fit into the construction budget. This equipment will support programming that allows students to lead production and learn valuable workplace skills, while also meeting the needs of and supporting the community that supports them. We would welcome industry and community partnerships to address these opportunities. It is an exciting time to be an Ellsworth Panther! If you are interested in partnering with the programs at the middle and high school, or you know of a business that would be interested, please reach out to me via email, and we will connect you with the right person. You can reach me at nadeaub@ellsworth.k12.wi.us. Brian Nadeau Superintendent Ellsworth Community School District

🎉 Congratulations to our EHS September Students of the Month for showing outstanding Respect! 🎉 Keep up the fantastic work, Panthers! Your actions make a difference every day and set an amazing example for your peers. Let's continue spreading Panther Pride! 💜