Our biggest year yet! The Florence LadyCats hosted their annual summer youth camp on June 8, 9, and 10 at FHS. It was a fantastic turnout learning the fundamentals of Volleyball. The energy in the gym was electric. Future is Bright!!
FHS Spanish students made it to Madrid, Spain. We enjoyed a short walking tour on the capital before visiting Toledo, Spain. Toledo is a medieval town known as the “City of 3 Cultures” for its Christian, Jewish and Muslim history. Before our return to Madrid for a paella dinner, we visited a sword factory. Such a beautiful day full with many new memories!
🏈 Bobcat Football Summer Workouts Are Underway! 🏈
Florence Football is hard at work this summer, preparing for the upcoming season. Student-athletes interested in improving their skills, building strength, and getting ready for fall football are encouraged to get involved with the program.
Whether you're a returning player or interested in joining the team, now is a great time to connect with Bobcat Football and begin preparing for the season ahead.
For more information about the program or summer workout opportunities, please contact Head Coach Ken Schmidt at schmidtk@myflorence.org.
Go Bobcats! 💚💛
Florence Football is hard at work this summer, preparing for the upcoming season. Student-athletes interested in improving their skills, building strength, and getting ready for fall football are encouraged to get involved with the program.
Whether you're a returning player or interested in joining the team, now is a great time to connect with Bobcat Football and begin preparing for the season ahead.
For more information about the program or summer workout opportunities, please contact Head Coach Ken Schmidt at schmidtk@myflorence.org.
Go Bobcats! 💚💛
A huge thank you to the Florence County Sheriff's Office for participating in our Kick with a Cop event this school year!
Our students in 4K through 6th grade had the opportunity to play kickball with our local deputies, creating fun memories while building positive relationships with the officers who serve our community. These experiences help students see law enforcement as approachable role models and strengthen the connection between our school and community.
Thank you to the deputies who took time out of their busy schedules to run the bases, kick the ball, and share plenty of smiles and laughter with our students. We truly appreciate your commitment to making a difference in the lives of our Bobcats! ⚽💙🖤
#FlorenceBobcats #KickWithACop #CommunityPartnerships #ThankYouSheriffsOffice
Our students in 4K through 6th grade had the opportunity to play kickball with our local deputies, creating fun memories while building positive relationships with the officers who serve our community. These experiences help students see law enforcement as approachable role models and strengthen the connection between our school and community.
Thank you to the deputies who took time out of their busy schedules to run the bases, kick the ball, and share plenty of smiles and laughter with our students. We truly appreciate your commitment to making a difference in the lives of our Bobcats! ⚽💙🖤
#FlorenceBobcats #KickWithACop #CommunityPartnerships #ThankYouSheriffsOffice
🏈 Football Players & Families Reminder! 🏈
Don't forget — Football Practice is TODAY at 10:00 AM!
Come ready to work hard, improve your skills, and continue building toward a successful season. Make sure to bring plenty of water, wear appropriate gear, and be ready to go when practice begins.
Let's have a great day, Bobcats! 💚💛
#GoFloCats
Don't forget — Football Practice is TODAY at 10:00 AM!
Come ready to work hard, improve your skills, and continue building toward a successful season. Make sure to bring plenty of water, wear appropriate gear, and be ready to go when practice begins.
Let's have a great day, Bobcats! 💚💛
#GoFloCats
🌟 Quarter 4 Bright Bobcats Celebration! 🌟
Today we celebrated our Quarter 4 Bright Bobcats! These students were recognized for consistently demonstrating our Bobcat expectations and being positive role models throughout the school year.
We are proud of the kindness, responsibility, respect, and perseverance these students show each day. Their positive attitudes and hard work help make Florence Elementary a great place to learn and grow.
Congratulations to all of our Quarter 4 Bright Bobcats! Keep shining bright and showing what it means to be a Bobcat. 🐾💚💛
Thank you to our staff and families for partnering with us to support these amazing students. Together, we continue to positively affect the lives of children.
Today we celebrated our Quarter 4 Bright Bobcats! These students were recognized for consistently demonstrating our Bobcat expectations and being positive role models throughout the school year.
We are proud of the kindness, responsibility, respect, and perseverance these students show each day. Their positive attitudes and hard work help make Florence Elementary a great place to learn and grow.
Congratulations to all of our Quarter 4 Bright Bobcats! Keep shining bright and showing what it means to be a Bobcat. 🐾💚💛
Thank you to our staff and families for partnering with us to support these amazing students. Together, we continue to positively affect the lives of children.
🌟 Perfect Attendance Celebration! 🌟
We are proud to recognize four outstanding students at Florence Elementary who achieved Perfect Attendance for the entire 2025-2026 school year! 🎉
Their dedication, responsibility, and commitment to being at school every day is an incredible accomplishment. Showing up consistently helps build strong habits, supports learning, and demonstrates perseverance.
Please join us in congratulating these students on this remarkable achievement! 👏📚✨
We are so proud of their hard work and the support of their families in helping make this success possible. Congratulations on a fantastic school year! 🎓🐾 #FlorenceElementary #PerfectAttendance #BobcatPride #StudentSuccess
Left to Right: Aubree , Scarlett, Jessabelle , and Jasmine.
We are proud to recognize four outstanding students at Florence Elementary who achieved Perfect Attendance for the entire 2025-2026 school year! 🎉
Their dedication, responsibility, and commitment to being at school every day is an incredible accomplishment. Showing up consistently helps build strong habits, supports learning, and demonstrates perseverance.
Please join us in congratulating these students on this remarkable achievement! 👏📚✨
We are so proud of their hard work and the support of their families in helping make this success possible. Congratulations on a fantastic school year! 🎓🐾 #FlorenceElementary #PerfectAttendance #BobcatPride #StudentSuccess
Left to Right: Aubree , Scarlett, Jessabelle , and Jasmine.
🎉 Congratulations to Student Teacher Katlyn Hosking! 🎉
Florence Elementary would like to recognize and celebrate Katlyn Hosking for successfully completing her student teaching experience with our little Bobcats this spring!
Katlyn spent the first half of the second semester learning and growing alongside Mrs. Sara Wood in 2nd grade and finished her student teaching in Mrs. Kim Wille’s 1st grade classroom. Throughout her time at Florence Elementary, Katlyn demonstrated creativity, dedication, and a genuine passion for working with children.
Recently, Mrs. Wille and Mrs. Jochem had the opportunity to attend a celebration at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay honoring student teachers. We were thrilled to see Katlyn recognized as the "Imaginative Innovator" among her peers—an award that reflects the creativity, enthusiasm, and fresh ideas she brought to her classrooms each day.
We are proud of Katlyn’s accomplishments and grateful for the positive impact she had on our students and staff. We wish her all the best as she begins her teaching career and know she has a bright future ahead!
💚💛 Congratulations, Katlyn! Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat! 💛💚
#FlorenceElementary #GoFloCats #FutureTeacher #ImaginativeInnovator #WePositivelyAffectTheLivesOfChildren
Florence Elementary would like to recognize and celebrate Katlyn Hosking for successfully completing her student teaching experience with our little Bobcats this spring!
Katlyn spent the first half of the second semester learning and growing alongside Mrs. Sara Wood in 2nd grade and finished her student teaching in Mrs. Kim Wille’s 1st grade classroom. Throughout her time at Florence Elementary, Katlyn demonstrated creativity, dedication, and a genuine passion for working with children.
Recently, Mrs. Wille and Mrs. Jochem had the opportunity to attend a celebration at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay honoring student teachers. We were thrilled to see Katlyn recognized as the "Imaginative Innovator" among her peers—an award that reflects the creativity, enthusiasm, and fresh ideas she brought to her classrooms each day.
We are proud of Katlyn’s accomplishments and grateful for the positive impact she had on our students and staff. We wish her all the best as she begins her teaching career and know she has a bright future ahead!
💚💛 Congratulations, Katlyn! Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat! 💛💚
#FlorenceElementary #GoFloCats #FutureTeacher #ImaginativeInnovator #WePositivelyAffectTheLivesOfChildren
🏆🎉 Congratulations to all of our Florence High School student-athletes who were recognized at the 2026 Athletic Awards Night!
From conference champions and MVPs to Most Improved, Leadership, and Coaches' Awards, these students demonstrated dedication, perseverance, sportsmanship, and Bobcat pride throughout the year.
We would also like to recognize our 2025-26 Scholar Athletes for their commitment to excellence both in the classroom and in competition. Your hard work, determination, and ability to balance academics and athletics make you outstanding representatives of Florence High School.
A special congratulations to Mason Koski, recipient of the David Wenzel Memorial Male Athlete of the Year Award, and Kelsi Chrisman, recipient of the Ginny Ehrenreich Memorial Female Athlete of the Year Award.
Thank you to our coaches, families, and supporters who help make these achievements possible. We are proud of all of our Bobcats and the positive impact they make in our school and community!
💚💛 #BobcatPride #FlorenceAthletics #ScholarAthletes #FlorenceBobcats
From conference champions and MVPs to Most Improved, Leadership, and Coaches' Awards, these students demonstrated dedication, perseverance, sportsmanship, and Bobcat pride throughout the year.
We would also like to recognize our 2025-26 Scholar Athletes for their commitment to excellence both in the classroom and in competition. Your hard work, determination, and ability to balance academics and athletics make you outstanding representatives of Florence High School.
A special congratulations to Mason Koski, recipient of the David Wenzel Memorial Male Athlete of the Year Award, and Kelsi Chrisman, recipient of the Ginny Ehrenreich Memorial Female Athlete of the Year Award.
Thank you to our coaches, families, and supporters who help make these achievements possible. We are proud of all of our Bobcats and the positive impact they make in our school and community!
💚💛 #BobcatPride #FlorenceAthletics #ScholarAthletes #FlorenceBobcats
Congratulations to the Florence Bobcats Softball Team on an outstanding 2026 season!
The Bobcats earned a share of the Northern Lakes Conference Championship and were well represented in the conference awards.
⭐ First Team All-Conference
• Ashley Peterson
• Miley Vandenheuvel
• Sami DeMuri
⭐ Second Team All-Conference
• Quinn Cassidy
⭐ Honorable Mention
• Ashlyn Vandenheuvel
• Leah Baker
We are proud of these student-athletes and the dedication, teamwork, and commitment they displayed throughout the season. Congratulations to the entire team on a fantastic year!
#GoFloCats #FlorenceAthletics #NLCChampions 🥎💚💛
The Bobcats earned a share of the Northern Lakes Conference Championship and were well represented in the conference awards.
⭐ First Team All-Conference
• Ashley Peterson
• Miley Vandenheuvel
• Sami DeMuri
⭐ Second Team All-Conference
• Quinn Cassidy
⭐ Honorable Mention
• Ashlyn Vandenheuvel
• Leah Baker
We are proud of these student-athletes and the dedication, teamwork, and commitment they displayed throughout the season. Congratulations to the entire team on a fantastic year!
#GoFloCats #FlorenceAthletics #NLCChampions 🥎💚💛
🌟 Student of the Week: Dawson 🌟
Congratulations to Dawson for being named our Student of the Week!
Dawson is a positive leader in the classroom who sets a great example for his peers each day. He encourages classmates to stay focused and complete their work, helps keep conversations positive, and is always willing to lend a hand without being asked. His positive attitude and strong work ethic make him a valued member of our school community.
After graduation, Dawson plans to pursue training and a career in the construction industry. We are excited to see all he will accomplish in the future!
Congratulations, Dawson, and thank you for being such a positive role model! 💚💛
#GoFloCats #StudentOfTheWeek #BobcatPride
Congratulations to Dawson for being named our Student of the Week!
Dawson is a positive leader in the classroom who sets a great example for his peers each day. He encourages classmates to stay focused and complete their work, helps keep conversations positive, and is always willing to lend a hand without being asked. His positive attitude and strong work ethic make him a valued member of our school community.
After graduation, Dawson plans to pursue training and a career in the construction industry. We are excited to see all he will accomplish in the future!
Congratulations, Dawson, and thank you for being such a positive role model! 💚💛
#GoFloCats #StudentOfTheWeek #BobcatPride
Congratulations to the Florence Dusters trap team on a successful season. The Varsity team took 3rd place in the Conference as well as in the Conference Tournament Shoot-off. In the Intermediate level, Jonas Eloranta was recognized as the #1 shooter for the season and named as 1st Team All Conference. The team would like to thank the Big 4 Sportsmans Club in Long Lake for hosting the weekly shoots and supporting the team throughout the year.
⚾ Congratulations to our Florence Bobcats on an outstanding 2026 baseball season!
The Bobcats were named Northern Lakes Conference Champions, sharing the title with Crandon and Laona-Wabeno.
Special congratulations to:
🏆 Mason Koski – NLC Player of the Year
🏆 Kris Johnson – NLC Coach of the Year
All-Conference Bobcat Selections:
⭐ First Team: Brad Steber, Carter Reed, Mason Koski
⭐ Second Team: Kade Larson
We are proud of our athletes, coaches, and the hard work they put in all season long!
#GoFloCats
⛳ Congratulations to Florence Bobcat golfer Colt Atwell on being named First Team All-Conference in the Northern Lakes Conference for the 2026 season!
Colt's dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence throughout the season earned him recognition as one of the conference's top golfers. We are proud of his accomplishments and the way he represented Florence both on and off the course.
Way to go, Colt! 💚💛
#BobcatPride #FlorenceAthletics #AllConference #BobcatGolf ⛳
Colt's dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence throughout the season earned him recognition as one of the conference's top golfers. We are proud of his accomplishments and the way he represented Florence both on and off the course.
Way to go, Colt! 💚💛
#BobcatPride #FlorenceAthletics #AllConference #BobcatGolf ⛳
Interested in becoming a substitute teacher?
The School District of Florence County is currently seeking substitute teachers and encourages interested community members to consider this rewarding opportunity!
CESA 8 is offering a Wisconsin DPI-approved Substitute Teacher Training program on July 15, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Gillett, WI. Participants will learn classroom management, lesson planning, behavior strategies, emergency procedures, and the steps needed to apply for a substitute teaching license.
This training is open to individuals who hold an associate degree or higher and are interested in making a positive impact on the lives of students.
🍎 Flexible schedule
🍎 Meaningful work
🍎 Make a difference in the lives of local students
📍 CESA 8 – Maple Room, Gillett
💲 Cost: $150
🗓 Registration deadline: July 8, 2026
Join us in helping support student learning and success. We positively affect the lives of students, and substitute teachers play an important role in that mission!
The School District of Florence County is currently seeking substitute teachers and encourages interested community members to consider this rewarding opportunity!
CESA 8 is offering a Wisconsin DPI-approved Substitute Teacher Training program on July 15, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Gillett, WI. Participants will learn classroom management, lesson planning, behavior strategies, emergency procedures, and the steps needed to apply for a substitute teaching license.
This training is open to individuals who hold an associate degree or higher and are interested in making a positive impact on the lives of students.
🍎 Flexible schedule
🍎 Meaningful work
🍎 Make a difference in the lives of local students
📍 CESA 8 – Maple Room, Gillett
💲 Cost: $150
🗓 Registration deadline: July 8, 2026
Join us in helping support student learning and success. We positively affect the lives of students, and substitute teachers play an important role in that mission!
🎉 Celebrating 84 Years of Service! 🎉
As we close another school year, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to four individuals whose dedication, commitment, and care have made a lasting impact on Florence Schools and our community.
💚 Lee Gorr – 33 years of service
💚 Chris Secrist – 32 years of service
💚 Rick Roberts – 14 years of service
💚 Bonnie Gajewski – 5 years of service
Together, these remarkable individuals have contributed 84 years of service to the students, staff, and families of Florence County.
At Florence Schools, our mission is simple: "We positively affect the lives of students." Through their hard work, kindness, leadership, and dedication, Lee, Chris, Rick, and Bonnie have lived that mission every day. Their influence extends far beyond the classroom and workplace, touching the lives of countless students, supporting fellow staff members, and strengthening our entire community.
We have been truly blessed to have each of them as part of the Florence School District family. Their legacy will be seen in the success of the students they inspired, the relationships they built, and the positive difference they made throughout their careers.
Please join us in thanking Lee, Chris, Rick, and Bonnie for their years of service and wishing them all the best in their next adventures. Once a Bobcat, always a Bobcat! 🐾💚
#GoFloCats
🎈🔥 **Up, Up, and Away with Science!** 🔥🎈
Florence Elementary students had an exciting hands-on learning experience as they discovered how a hot air balloon works! Students watched the RE/MAX hot air balloon crew demonstrate how the balloon is inflated, learned how the burners create lift, and even stepped inside the giant balloon as it filled with air.
From exploring the science behind flight to seeing the balloon up close, our students were captivated by this unique opportunity. A huge thank you to the RE/MAX hot air balloon team for sharing their knowledge and giving our students an unforgettable experience!
#FlorenceBobcats #HandsOnLearning #STEMEducation #HotAirBalloon #ElementaryLearning #BobcatPride 🎈🐾🔥
Florence Elementary students had an exciting hands-on learning experience as they discovered how a hot air balloon works! Students watched the RE/MAX hot air balloon crew demonstrate how the balloon is inflated, learned how the burners create lift, and even stepped inside the giant balloon as it filled with air.
From exploring the science behind flight to seeing the balloon up close, our students were captivated by this unique opportunity. A huge thank you to the RE/MAX hot air balloon team for sharing their knowledge and giving our students an unforgettable experience!
#FlorenceBobcats #HandsOnLearning #STEMEducation #HotAirBalloon #ElementaryLearning #BobcatPride 🎈🐾🔥
🏐 Future LadyCats — This One’s For You! 🏐
Florence High School Volleyball players are hosting a High School Volleyball Camp this summer to help the next generation of athletes build their skills, confidence, and love for the game.
Participants will work directly with current FHS volleyball players while learning fundamentals, improving technique, and having fun in a supportive team environment.
📅 June 29 & 30
⏰ 9:00 AM – Noon
📍 Florence High School Gym
💲 Cost: $100
👟 Open to FHS girls entering grades 8–12
This is a great opportunity to sharpen your volleyball skills and prepare for the upcoming season while learning from some outstanding LadyCats athletes.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
#GoFloCats 🐾💚💛
Florence High School Volleyball players are hosting a High School Volleyball Camp this summer to help the next generation of athletes build their skills, confidence, and love for the game.
Participants will work directly with current FHS volleyball players while learning fundamentals, improving technique, and having fun in a supportive team environment.
📅 June 29 & 30
⏰ 9:00 AM – Noon
📍 Florence High School Gym
💲 Cost: $100
👟 Open to FHS girls entering grades 8–12
This is a great opportunity to sharpen your volleyball skills and prepare for the upcoming season while learning from some outstanding LadyCats athletes.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
#GoFloCats 🐾💚💛
💙 Supporting Children with Anxiety 💙
Parents and caregivers of children ages 6–14 are invited to participate in the FREE Triple P Fear-Less Positive Parenting Program offered through UW–Madison Extension.
This virtual program provides practical strategies to help children manage anxiety, build emotional resilience, and develop healthy coping skills.
📅 Wednesdays, June 10 – July 15, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual via Zoom
💲 Free to attend
Topics include understanding anxiety, promoting emotional resilience, responding to children's anxiety, and constructive problem-solving.
Register today: https://go.wisc.edu/69701a
For more information, contact Missy Bablick at 715-788-6217 or missy.bablick@wisc.edu.
#ParentingSupport #TripleP #MentalHealthMatters #FlorenceWI
Parents and caregivers of children ages 6–14 are invited to participate in the FREE Triple P Fear-Less Positive Parenting Program offered through UW–Madison Extension.
This virtual program provides practical strategies to help children manage anxiety, build emotional resilience, and develop healthy coping skills.
📅 Wednesdays, June 10 – July 15, 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual via Zoom
💲 Free to attend
Topics include understanding anxiety, promoting emotional resilience, responding to children's anxiety, and constructive problem-solving.
Register today: https://go.wisc.edu/69701a
For more information, contact Missy Bablick at 715-788-6217 or missy.bablick@wisc.edu.
#ParentingSupport #TripleP #MentalHealthMatters #FlorenceWI
🌟 Student of the Week: Greta 🌟
Congratulations to Greta for being named our Student of the Week!
Greta is an exceptional student who demonstrates excellence both inside and outside the classroom. She takes great pride in her work, consistently producing high-quality results and holding herself to high standards. Her academic achievements, including earning honor roll status and taking college courses, reflect her dedication to learning and success.
Beyond academics, Greta's positive attitude, infectious laugh, and genuine smile brighten the days of those around her. Her outstanding attendance and commitment to her education make her a wonderful role model and a valued member of our school community.
We are proud to recognize Greta for her hard work, positivity, and dedication. Congratulations, Greta! 💚💛
#GoFloCats #StudentOfTheWeek #BobcatPride
Congratulations to Greta for being named our Student of the Week!
Greta is an exceptional student who demonstrates excellence both inside and outside the classroom. She takes great pride in her work, consistently producing high-quality results and holding herself to high standards. Her academic achievements, including earning honor roll status and taking college courses, reflect her dedication to learning and success.
Beyond academics, Greta's positive attitude, infectious laugh, and genuine smile brighten the days of those around her. Her outstanding attendance and commitment to her education make her a wonderful role model and a valued member of our school community.
We are proud to recognize Greta for her hard work, positivity, and dedication. Congratulations, Greta! 💚💛
#GoFloCats #StudentOfTheWeek #BobcatPride
