
🎉👏 Exciting News from Mrs. Kuske's Entrepreneurship Class! 👏🎉
We are thrilled to share the incredible achievements of our talented students in the EMS Designs Entrepreneurship class! 🚀🧢💼
These budding entrepreneurs have not only created a fantastic plan but have also brought it to life by designing and crafting their own line of hats, tumblers, and sweatshirts! 🧢✨
From conceptualization to execution, they've shown unparalleled dedication and skill.
But that's not all – these students took the hands-on approach to the next level! They cut the vinyl and pressed every single sweatshirt, ensuring that each piece is a unique masterpiece. 🎨👕
A huge shoutout to EMS Designs for their commitment, passion, and entrepreneurial spirit. 🛍️👚🧢









EMS November students of the month


📆 Exciting News! 📆
Guess what, everyone? The school board has officially given the green light to the 2024-2025 school calendar! 🎉📚 It might feel like it's light years away, but it's never too early to start planning. 🚀 Check out all the important dates and mark your calendars!
You can find the complete 2024-2025 school calendar on our website. Visit https://5il.co/2asly to stay in the loop and ensure you're prepared for another fantastic academic year.

Gift box program update!!! A huge THANK YOU to all the folks who have made the project successful! We have found sponsors for all the families and have been getting the gifts delivered this week!!!



It's almost winter break and we are having some fun next week with dress-up days!!!



EMS art students have been working very hard on their clay unit for art class with Ms. Hardy.





Exciting Employment Opportunities at ECSD!!
💜 Speech and Language Pathology Assistant at EES
💜 2nd-grade teacher long-term sub for the 2023-2024 school year
💜 Special Education Teaching Assistant at EHS
💜Food Service 1 position at EES
💜Food Service 2 position at EMS
+ coaching & substitute positions available.
💼 How to Apply: To explore the available positions and apply, please visit our official website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/employment
You'll find detailed job descriptions, application requirements, and information about the application process.


This past Monday night, the Board of Education took action to approve a Facilities Referendum model for the April 2, 2024, election date. The question coming to the voters was shaped by the results of our recent community survey and we are thankful for the feedback we received. Ultimately, the Facilities Referendum will seek approval of $25.445 million to address the following needs:
Addressing aging building systems at the middle school and senior high school. This addresses many life cycle needs of our mechanical systems, flooring, windows, doors, etc that have not been previously addressed in earlier projects.
Remodeling and expanding the Career and Tech Ed areas at the middle school and high school to provide for a modern program that prepares our students for the many career opportunities in the trades, business, engineering and manufacturing.
Providing for an addition onto the rear of the high school to expand the physical education/fitness area along with an expansion of the gymnasium lobby to provide for more quality spaces that meet the needs of our phy ed programs, athletics, and the community.
The community survey originally tested community support for $34.3 million in projects for the middle and high school along with renovations to outdoor athletic fields. The survey also tested the support for a $6.1 million childcare facility.
The projects coming to the voters today are the result of the feedback we received that did not demonstrate support for the outdoor athletic field space renovations or the child care facility and reflect the projects that received greater levels of support while reducing the tax impact that was also demonstrated as a concern. Ultimately, the projects presented to the public follow the recommendations we received from the survey company.
Much more information will be coming in the following weeks and months as we move toward the April 2, 2024, election date. I encourage all parents and voters of the district to engage in this important decision. I am always available for questions related to these projects so feel free to connect with me at any time.
Thank you,
Barry Cain, Superintendent


Tasha Schuh, author and speaker spoke to our 7th grade students. She shared her story and encouraged students to learn the power of resiliency.
https://www.tashaschuh.com/

Pierce, St Croix, Barron, and Polk Counties are seeking patient, committed, and energetic families to become licensed foster homes to provide support and care to youth who are experiencing significant behavioral challenges.
Please contact Kelsa at kelsa.wirth@polkcountywi.gov or 715-768-9459 for more information.


The 7th grade FACS class had a special delivery last week!! Student were able to bring their babies home for the week to care for them.


Our Fall 2023 Newsletter hit mailboxes last week. To find out more about the results from the Community Survey please check out the website at https://www.ellsworth.k12.wi.us/page/community-survey-results





Joshua was a bright and spirited soul that at the tender age of 14, left this world as a result of a tragic accident on November 6, 2023. Josh was an 8th grader at EMS.
This design was created by one of Josh's close friends.
By purchasing these items, $10.00 from every item sold will be donated to the family of Joshua Johnson to help with the expenses related to his unexpected passing.
Apparel Sale will run from December 5th through December 15th. Apparel items will be ready in an estimated 2 weeks after your order is complete.
https://www.brushstrokesartsupply.com/shop/johnson-fundraiser/37?fbclid=IwAR3Sk_pKlbZvqn4T496we5LFV8J2r1euqjrlgdV440eI-CiQMvY59lbO2R8


Our 8th graders had an unforgettable experience this week as they immersed themselves in the magic of theater at the Guthrie!
🎄✨ Thanks to the incredible support of the Ellsworth Community School District Foundation and the EMS Parents' Club, our students had the opportunity to witness the timeless classic, "A Christmas Carol."
A big shoutout to the Ellsworth Community School District Foundation EXCELLS GRANT for making educational and cultural experiences like this possible for our students. 🙌📚 And a heartfelt thank you to our EMS Parents' Club for their continuous dedication to enhancing our students' educational journey.








EMS Student Council will be hosting a food drive Dec 11th-19th. The top 4 advisory classes will be rewarded. All items will be donated to Pierce County Food Shelf.



On Wednesday, December 13th, we will be hosting Your Story Matters. All high schoolers will view the presentation during the day and in the evening there is a session for parents and community members.
https://corygreenwood.com/programs/


Last Friday, some incredible middle school families spent a memorable evening crafting tie blankets with love and dedication, all to support the Ellsworth Gift Box Program.
Let's continue to spread the warmth and spirit of giving as we look forward to more opportunities to support and uplift our community. 🤗💖

Just a reminder if your student is going to be gone please call or email the school.
EHS - 715-273-3904 or email ehsattendance@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
EMS - 715-273-3908 or email emsattendance@ellsworth.k12.wi.us
EES - 715-273-3912 or email eesattendance@ellsworth.k12.wi.us


ECSD was given 90 shares and Christmas gifts from Ruby's Pantry to give to families in the school district. Thank you Ruby's Pantry!!!




Today is the anniversary of the first federal special education law: The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This law guarantees that all children are entitled to an education to match their needs.
There are no words to thank our hardworking teachers, therapists, and staff who teach and support our students every day. There are also no words to thank our students for teaching us so much more than we could ever teach them.
