5K Community Explorers: A Year of Learning Through Play and Field Trips
This year, Miss Johnson's and Mrs. Merhalski's 5K class is embarking on an exciting journey to discover the heart of our community through hands-on dramatic play and real-life visits. The 5K classroom is transformed into a vibrant space filled with dramatic play areas where students eagerly explore roles and jobs that help keep our neighborhood running smoothly. Throughout the year, students will be exploring a new local place and learning about the people who help make our neighborhood special.
We kicked off the year with our students becoming little veterinarians and caring for their furry patients. They learned how to care for animals by practicing kindness and responsibility. Later, a field trip to the Nose to Tail Animal Hospital gave them the chance to meet real vets, see gentle animals, and understand the work involved in keeping pets healthy.
Next, our brave firefighters took center stage! Kids suited up in our own dramatic play fire station area, learning about safety, teamwork, and courage. We then took a trip to the Florence Fire Station where we toured the trucks, tried on helmets, and met the firefighters who protect our community every day.
Thank you to those of you who have participated thus far and be on the look out for our next Exploration.... It just might be you!
This year, Miss Johnson's and Mrs. Merhalski's 5K class is embarking on an exciting journey to discover the heart of our community through hands-on dramatic play and real-life visits. The 5K classroom is transformed into a vibrant space filled with dramatic play areas where students eagerly explore roles and jobs that help keep our neighborhood running smoothly. Throughout the year, students will be exploring a new local place and learning about the people who help make our neighborhood special.
We kicked off the year with our students becoming little veterinarians and caring for their furry patients. They learned how to care for animals by practicing kindness and responsibility. Later, a field trip to the Nose to Tail Animal Hospital gave them the chance to meet real vets, see gentle animals, and understand the work involved in keeping pets healthy.
Next, our brave firefighters took center stage! Kids suited up in our own dramatic play fire station area, learning about safety, teamwork, and courage. We then took a trip to the Florence Fire Station where we toured the trucks, tried on helmets, and met the firefighters who protect our community every day.
Thank you to those of you who have participated thus far and be on the look out for our next Exploration.... It just might be you!
Florence girls volleyball will play Central Wisconsin Christian at Northland Pines High School (Eagle River, WI) at 6:00 pm this Saturday, November 1st in the WIAA Sectional Finals. Doors open at 5:00 PM, $7.00 admission for Child/Student/Adult. Children under 6 are $1.00 if accompanied by a parent. The game will be livestreamed on https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/. (NFHS requires a paid subscription)
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. GO LADYCATS !!
https://halftime.wiaawi.org/CustomApps/Tournaments/Brackets/HTML/Nav/2025_Volleyball_Girls_Div1_Sec1_2.html
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. GO LADYCATS !!
https://halftime.wiaawi.org/CustomApps/Tournaments/Brackets/HTML/Nav/2025_Volleyball_Girls_Div1_Sec1_2.html
Congratulations Kanyon Lewis for being selected student of the week. Kanyon is a curious and hardworking student who approaches every challenge with a positive attitude. Always willing to help peers, Kanyon fosters a supportive and encouraging environment in the classroom. Though undecided about post-high school plans, whether continuing education or entering the workforce, Kanyon’s strong work ethic and mindset will lead to success. We’re proud to
honor Kanyon as Student of the Week!
honor Kanyon as Student of the Week!
Congratulations Naomi Millan on being voted FHS's artist of the month for October. Naomi's black & white colored pencil drawing of two fears titled, The Clown Doctor was the winning piece of art. Thank you to the Chippewa Club for hosting the luncheon and Erica Land for leading the art workshop.
💚💛 Standing Together Against Bullying 💛💚
As a district, we recognize that bullying is a serious issue affecting students nationwide—and we’re committed to ensuring every student feels safe, respected, and supported at school.
Bullying is a challenge faced by many schools. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, about 1 in 5 students ages 12–18 report being bullied, and roughly 22% experience it online or through text messages. It’s also more common in middle school (26%) than in high school (16%). Although these numbers are national statistics, they remind us that this is a local issue as well; one that calls for continued awareness, education, and compassion for all.
Yesterday, our staff and students wore orange to show unity and remind us all of the importance of standing together against bullying. 🧡
Let’s continue to be kind, speak up, and stand together—because one small act of kindness can change someone’s day. 💚
#GoFloCats #BeTheOneInFive #ChooseKindness #UnityDay #StopBullying
As a district, we recognize that bullying is a serious issue affecting students nationwide—and we’re committed to ensuring every student feels safe, respected, and supported at school.
Bullying is a challenge faced by many schools. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, about 1 in 5 students ages 12–18 report being bullied, and roughly 22% experience it online or through text messages. It’s also more common in middle school (26%) than in high school (16%). Although these numbers are national statistics, they remind us that this is a local issue as well; one that calls for continued awareness, education, and compassion for all.
Yesterday, our staff and students wore orange to show unity and remind us all of the importance of standing together against bullying. 🧡
Let’s continue to be kind, speak up, and stand together—because one small act of kindness can change someone’s day. 💚
#GoFloCats #BeTheOneInFive #ChooseKindness #UnityDay #StopBullying
It’s Game Day!! See you in Suring 7pm game time, $7.oo admission
October is National Bullying Prevention Month 💙
1 in 5 students is bullied—but 5 in 5 of us can help stop it.
Let’s stand together to make kindness, respect, and inclusion the norm. 💛
#NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #BeKind #GoFloCats
1 in 5 students is bullied—but 5 in 5 of us can help stop it.
Let’s stand together to make kindness, respect, and inclusion the norm. 💛
#NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #BeKind #GoFloCats
Spanish III just finished learning house vocabulary, chores, prepositions of place, present progressive tense and conditional tense. Their end project was to design their dream house, be able to describe it, and write a 5 paragraph paper about it in Spanish. Habia mucha imaginacion!
🏆 Regional Champs Volleyball Gear Pickup 🏆
Regional Champs shirts are IN!
You can pick up your T-shirt at the school today at 3:30. Thank you for supporting our Lady Cats and showing your Bobcat pride 💚💛
#GoLadyCats #BobcatPride #RegionalChamps 🏐
Regional Champs shirts are IN!
You can pick up your T-shirt at the school today at 3:30. Thank you for supporting our Lady Cats and showing your Bobcat pride 💚💛
#GoLadyCats #BobcatPride #RegionalChamps 🏐
Got a hobby that you want to add some flair to? A great way to do that is add some custom laser etching like the etching shown on this leather key fob holder. Come visit us at the Florence Fab Lab Community Open hours on Thursday from 4-7pm at Florence High School, room 229.
Congratulations to our Florence Ladycats and their Regional championship this past Saturday. They will play Suring at Suring this Thursday, Oct 30th at 7:00 PM. $7.00 admission for students and adults during WIAA Sectional level games.
https://halftime.wiaawi.org/CustomApps/Tournaments/Brackets/HTML/Nav/2025_Volleyball_Girls_Div1_Sec1_2.html
https://halftime.wiaawi.org/CustomApps/Tournaments/Brackets/HTML/Nav/2025_Volleyball_Girls_Div1_Sec1_2.html
🧡 UNITY DAY – October 29, 2025 🧡
Join us at Florence School District as we come together to take a stand against bullying!
Wear and share ORANGE to show kindness, promote acceptance, and encourage inclusion.
Together, we can make a difference—because every action today shapes someone’s tomorrow.
Let’s unite for respect, kindness, and community. 💪
#UnityDay #GoFloCats #KindnessMatters #FlorenceSchoolDistrict #BullyingPrevention #WearOrange
Join us at Florence School District as we come together to take a stand against bullying!
Wear and share ORANGE to show kindness, promote acceptance, and encourage inclusion.
Together, we can make a difference—because every action today shapes someone’s tomorrow.
Let’s unite for respect, kindness, and community. 💪
#UnityDay #GoFloCats #KindnessMatters #FlorenceSchoolDistrict #BullyingPrevention #WearOrange
You're Invited!
Join us for a free Family Check-Up Dinner Night on Tuesday, November 5th, from 5–7 PM at the Elementary School Cafeteria!
Free family dinner & Childcare
Each family receives a $20 Kwik Trip gas card
For parents and caregivers of children ages 2–5 and 5–14
Learn about the Family Check-Up Program—a strengths-based parenting app that helps families build strong, healthy relationships, improve communication, reduce stress, and promote positive behavior in children.
Whether you're navigating everyday challenges or looking to strengthen your parenting skills, Family Check-Up meets you where you are—with respect, encouragement, and tools that work.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/6dnVSw8sTddtkHfu8
Questions? Contact Tierany Rugg at Tierany.Rugg@wisc.edu or Becky Kelley at kelleyr@myflorence.org
Learn more: https://welcome.thefamilycheckup.com
Let’s support strong Florence families together! 💙
Join us for a free Family Check-Up Dinner Night on Tuesday, November 5th, from 5–7 PM at the Elementary School Cafeteria!
Free family dinner & Childcare
Each family receives a $20 Kwik Trip gas card
For parents and caregivers of children ages 2–5 and 5–14
Learn about the Family Check-Up Program—a strengths-based parenting app that helps families build strong, healthy relationships, improve communication, reduce stress, and promote positive behavior in children.
Whether you're navigating everyday challenges or looking to strengthen your parenting skills, Family Check-Up meets you where you are—with respect, encouragement, and tools that work.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/6dnVSw8sTddtkHfu8
Questions? Contact Tierany Rugg at Tierany.Rugg@wisc.edu or Becky Kelley at kelleyr@myflorence.org
Learn more: https://welcome.thefamilycheckup.com
Let’s support strong Florence families together! 💙
Florence Utilities Donates to Florence County Schools Fablab!
Florence Utilities, in partnership with WPPI Energy, has made a $1,000 donation to Florence County Schools and the Florence Fablab. Mrs Gajewski was able to help Florence Utilities with a laser engraving project that not only provided a quick turnaround but also provided cost savings to the utility. “Florence Utilities is proud to support and invest in the future of our students and community,” said Roger Secrist, [Utility Manager of Florence Utilities]. “This Fablab has
shown to inspire creativity, problem-solving, and innovation—skills that will serve our students and local economy for years to come.” These donations were made possible through Value of Local Utility funding from the utility’s not-for-profit power supplier WPPI Energy that are provided to Florence Utilities to support their local community.
Florence Utilities, in partnership with WPPI Energy, has made a $1,000 donation to Florence County Schools and the Florence Fablab. Mrs Gajewski was able to help Florence Utilities with a laser engraving project that not only provided a quick turnaround but also provided cost savings to the utility. “Florence Utilities is proud to support and invest in the future of our students and community,” said Roger Secrist, [Utility Manager of Florence Utilities]. “This Fablab has
shown to inspire creativity, problem-solving, and innovation—skills that will serve our students and local economy for years to come.” These donations were made possible through Value of Local Utility funding from the utility’s not-for-profit power supplier WPPI Energy that are provided to Florence Utilities to support their local community.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month 💙
Let’s work together to create kinder, more inclusive, and accepting communities where everyone feels valued and safe. 💛
#NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #ChooseKindness #GoFloCats
Let’s work together to create kinder, more inclusive, and accepting communities where everyone feels valued and safe. 💛
#NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #ChooseKindness #GoFloCats
We are thrilled to announce the return of Little Cats basketball this year! This program is open to all students in grades K-6 and promises to be a fantastic opportunity for skill development. With a focus on fun and improving ball handling abilities, our non-competitive practices will be held right after school in the High School gym or cafeteria from 3:30-4:30.
Get ready to showcase your skills at several exciting girls' and boys' basketball games! For just $35, participants will receive a T-shirt and a basketball to keep. Join us for an amazing season of basketball fun!
Get ready to showcase your skills at several exciting girls' and boys' basketball games! For just $35, participants will receive a T-shirt and a basketball to keep. Join us for an amazing season of basketball fun!
💚💛 **Thank You, Florence Community!** 💛💚
What an incredible **Homecoming Week and dance**! 🎉 A huge thank-you to our amazing **students, staff, and community** for coming together to make it such a special celebration of **Bobcat Pride**. 🐾
Your enthusiasm, support, and school spirit remind us how lucky we are to be part of such a caring and connected community. From the hallways to the stands to the dance floor — you showed what it truly means to be a **Bobcat Family**! 💚
#GoFloCats #BobcatPride #FlorenceStrong #CommunitySupport #Homecoming2025
What an incredible **Homecoming Week and dance**! 🎉 A huge thank-you to our amazing **students, staff, and community** for coming together to make it such a special celebration of **Bobcat Pride**. 🐾
Your enthusiasm, support, and school spirit remind us how lucky we are to be part of such a caring and connected community. From the hallways to the stands to the dance floor — you showed what it truly means to be a **Bobcat Family**! 💚
#GoFloCats #BobcatPride #FlorenceStrong #CommunitySupport #Homecoming2025
🏆 Regional Champs Gear is Here! 🏆
Show your Lady Cats pride and celebrate their huge win with your official Regional Champs shirts! 💚💛
🛒 Order now through the online store — it closes tomorrow night!
Don’t miss out — we need all orders in so everyone can wear their shirts in time for Thursday’s game!
👉 Order Here : https://ladycats-regional-champs.itemorder.com/shop/home/
#GoLadyCats #BobcatPride #RegionalChamps
Show your Lady Cats pride and celebrate their huge win with your official Regional Champs shirts! 💚💛
🛒 Order now through the online store — it closes tomorrow night!
Don’t miss out — we need all orders in so everyone can wear their shirts in time for Thursday’s game!
👉 Order Here : https://ladycats-regional-champs.itemorder.com/shop/home/
#GoLadyCats #BobcatPride #RegionalChamps
📢 Attention Juniors & Families 📢
All Florence 11th graders will be taking the PreACT on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
This important practice assessment helps students see how they’re tracking toward the ACT, identify strengths, and plan what to focus on next.
Juniors should:
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Eat breakfast
• Bring pencils and an approved calculator
• Be on time
Thank you for supporting our Bobcats as they plan for life after high school! 💚💛
#GoFloCats #BobcatPride #CollegeReady #Classof2026
🏐💚 Congratulations to our Lady Cats! 💛
Our Lady Cats are Regional Champs and advancing! Show your support and celebrate their big win with official Regional Champs shirts!
🛒 Order now through the online store — it closes tomorrow night so we can have the shirts in time for Thursday’s game!
#GoLadyCats #BobcatPride #RegionalChamps #GoFloCats
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