As the school year draws to a close, and summer break beckons, the students of Florence Elementary are proving that distance doesn't diminish our sense of community. This week, our school celebrated an unforgettable end-of-year event symbolizing the strength and interconnectedness of our school family.
The tree house event was a resounding success, bringing together students, and staff. It wasn’t just about marking the end of another academic year but celebrating the bonds we’ve built and will continue to nurture, even when we're apart.
As we head into summer, it’s important to remember that our connections don’t end with the school year. Whether through playdates, family gatherings, or community events, the spirit of the School District of Florence County will continue to thrive. We encourage everyone to stay in touch, share their summer adventures, and look forward to the exciting new experiences the next school year will bring.
Our Florence family is better when we are connected, supporting one another, and celebrating our unique community. The student chain that surrounds our school is a reminder of the strength we gain from each other and the incredible things we can achieve together.
So, as you enjoy your summer break, remember: The School District of Florence County isn't just a place—it's a community. Let’s keep our connections strong, our spirits high, and come back in the fall ready for new adventures. Have a fantastic summer, Florence family! 🌳💚
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnCh_HE_Wy4...
#FlorenceFamily #BetterTogether #SummerBreak #StayConnected #CommunityStrong #GoFloCats
The School District of Florence County is now accepting applications for our 4K Program. Our 4K program is designed to provide high quality engaging learning experiences that foster natural curiosity through a variety of learning activities. Small group and language rich environments promote children’s social and emotional development and problem solving skills. A safe nurturing classroom community that honors the uniqueness of each student. 4K program provides social/emotional and the foundational academic skills that lead to student success. For more information or to register visit our website https://florencecountysdwi.sites.thrillshare.com/page/registration
Florence 8th graders participated in their end of the year trip to the Kalahari!
Check out these budding ornithologists! 🐦 Second graders in Florence are diving into the world of birds, dissecting owl pellets to learn about their diets and ecosystems. 🦉 Inspiring to see young minds so engaged with science and nature! #STEMeducation #FutureScientists 🌿✨
Congratulations to Kamdan Johnson for her 1st place finishes in the 100 meter hurdles and the 300 meter hurdles (new school record of 47.40) last night in the Track & Field Sectionals. She will compete at the State track meet in LaCrosse on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1
The Florence baseball team has earned a 1 seed and will compete in level 2 Regional play next Tuesday, May 28th at home vs St Thomas Aquinas Academy (Marinette, WI).
https://halftime.wiaawi.org/CustomApps/Tournaments/Brackets/HTML/2024_Baseball_Boys_Div4_Sec1_2.html
Congratulations to the Florence softball team with their win last night over Niagara...Regional Champs! Their next game will be @ Florence vs Wausau Newman Catholic on Tuesday, May 28th.
https://halftime.wiaawi.org/CustomApps/Tournaments/Brackets/HTML/2024_Softball_Girls_Div5_Sec1_2.html
Tickets are $7 for baseball/softball games 5/28 in Florence.
Baseball will face STAA @ 4:30 in level 2 of regional play.
Softball will play Wausau Newman at 4:30 in the Sectional Semi-Final
It was Counterculture Day in Mrs. Smith's History II class! Students researched the beliefs and lifestyles of the youth of the 1960s. They shared their findings with the class, while music of the Sixties played in the background. #GoFloCats
Florence Freshman were part of a 30 day challenge. In the 30 days they had to have no missing assignments at the end of the 30 days, all passing grades , no unexcused absences and fewer than 2 majors. Freshman attended the YMCA. Way to go Bobcats!! #GoFloCats
Florence Elementary School, especially the 1st graders, extends a big thank you & good luck to graduate Vicki Peterson! Vicki has spent her afternoons helping our first graders learn & grow. Thank you, Vicki, for being a great role model for our little Bobcats. #GoFloCats
4k Graduating Class of 2037! Cheers to a fantastic year. Their future is bright!
The Florence Dusters (trap team) participated in the Northern Conference Shoot at the Padus Gun Club located in Laona/Wabeno on Saturday, May 18th. Top shooter was Colt Atwell. The team will travel to the State American Trap Tournament which is held in Nekoosa, WI in late June. Pictured from LtR are Brunell Honeycutt, Caleb Baker, Kyle Smith, Bradly Steber, Kenny Fyvie, Colt Atwell. The team is coached by Pat Smith.
FHS is proud to announce the awarding of the Headwaters Builders Association Scholarship to senior Lucy Reubens. Joe Cordova, the HBA scholarship chair, presented the $250 award to Miss Reubens during academic awards on Monday, May 20th. HBA is an organization of over one hundred business members from the Northwoods of Wisconsin who collectively support the building industry. Lucy met their criteria by being a student in good standing, planning to continue her education in a field related to the building trades. Currently, Lucy is the vice president of Skills USA. She has been a member of National Honor Society for three years, serving as its historian this year, a member of Student Council, and 4-year member of TORPEDOS. Throughout high school, she has completed 150 hours of community volunteer service. Lucy is the daughter of Julius and Andrea Reubens of Aurora, Wisconsin. She plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering at UW-Madison in the fall.
Reminder FHS Fine Arts Night is May 22nd, 2024 6-7 Art Show & Refreshments, 7:00 Awards Ceremony. #GoFloCats
Florence High School is proud to announce the 2024 Tim Touchett Legacy Scholarship selection. The Tim Touchett Legacy Scholarship was established in 2015, in memory of former FHS graduate Staff Sergeant Tim Touchett who passed away in 2014 after complications from surgery meant to embolize an arteriovenous fistula that ruptured near his brain stem. Money is raised for this scholarship through an annual corn-hole tournament held every summer in Delavan, Wisconsin. Tim embodied what it means to be a servant-leader, and believed that through service to others, one can truly embark on a leadership role to motivate and inspire. His family offers this scholarship in the hope that this spirit will continue on through young people who share his mindset and deep commitment to the service of others. This year the Touchett family has awarded their $1500 scholarship to Joseph Holmstrom. Joey is the son of Rich and Jody Holmstrom of Homestead, WI. Joseph has represented FHS on the football field, earning second team all conference linebacker as a senior and honorable mention as a junior. As part of the 2023 Bobcat State Champion football team, he was recognized as career tackling leader for 8-man football. In the classroom, Joey has earned Academic High Honors while playing three sports in grades 9-11, and maintained a 3.5 GPA. He was awarded SACA Silver Certification for both Programmable Controller Systems 1 and Pneumatic Systems 1. Joey plans to attend NWTC Green Bay to pursue an associate degree in Automation and Engineering Technology.
Mark your calendars for FHS Fine Arts Night, May 22nd, 2024 6-7 Art Show & Refreshments, 7:00 Awards Ceremony. #GoFloCats
Please join the Florence County School District, Family and Friends on May, 20th by the High School Concession stand for the unveiling of a memorial plaque for Leigh Johnson. This will take place at 4:40 PM prior to the Bobcat's game against Wausaukee that starts at 5:00 PM. Leigh was an important part of Florence Baseball for many years.
Florence High School seniors recently completed courses through the University of Wisconsin- Green Bay as a part of the College Credit in High School program. The students earned a total of 51 credits in the courses Introduction to Psychology 102 and Writing Foundations 100. This represents a combined tuition savings of $17,748 for the ten students enrolled. College Credit in High School courses are taught by accredited and approved staff members at Florence High School. Taking these classes allow students to accelerate the time to complete their two and four year post-secondary degrees and experience the rigor of college courses. Pictured below: (Front row) Leah Davis, Lucy Reubens, Leighton Lambert, Malia Nevil, and Isabella Millan. (Back row) Max Schulze, William Kelley, Abigail Price, Logan Thompson, and Dustin Williams.
Marshfield Healthcare System Kingsford and UP Rehab will be holding Summer Athletic Development camps in June of 2024. The 4 week, 8 session camps are designed to improve your athletic ability in order to become a better player and gain the edge on your competition. The camps will be held on the campus of Florence High School.
The program was designed by physical therapists and athletic trainers who work with athletes on a regular basis and know how the body works and how to maximize performance and minimize injury. The program will focus on targeting essential movements to ensure optimal fitness, function, and performance on the field.
In the camps, athletes will:
Improve athletic power by starting to train explosively
Maximize movement technique to gain speed, agility, and quickness
Discover how to prepare for competition to maximize performance and prevent injury
Interact with other athletes in similar age groups in fun, competitive drills and games
Additional Information
Who: These camps are available to student athletes who will be in grades 6-9 for the 2024-2025 school year.
When: *First week of camp, times TBD depending on sign ups.* Camp with be 4 weeks long, with two 1 hours sessions each week, on Monday / Wednesday (8 sessions per camp). To start, we will offer one camp, running from June 3rd - June 28th. The time will be from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM. If there is enough interest, we may be able to offer a second camp in June.
Where: All camps will be held in the Main Gym at Florence High School
Session Size: Sessions are limited to 12 students and will be filled on a first come first serve basis.
Group Camps: Groups/teams welcome! Please contact Morgan Anderson at morgananderson@uprehab.com to get a group signed up. Please only have one person as initial contact point.
Cost: The 4 week, 8 session camp will cost $80. Payment will be collected at the first session and may be cash (exact change please) or check made payable to Marshfield Medical Center- Dickinson.
Required Paperwork: We require parent permission form and liability waiver to be completed and signed prior to participation in the camp. Please see the links below for required paperwork.
Sign ups will lock the Friday prior to the start of each camp (May 31st). If you wish to sign up after this date, please contact morgananderson@uprehab.com directly.
We look forward to having you/your student at camp with us! Please don't hesitate to contact morgananderson@uprehab.com or call 906-776-9003 with any questions.
Please bring all paperwork and check payable to Dickinson County Healthcare System to the first class. We cannot allow participation without all paperwork filled out and signed.
Date06/03/2024 (Mon.)
Time9:00AM - 10:00AM CDT
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044BA9A82CABF49-48801649-marshfield#/
