School District of Florence County

🎃 Get Ready for Spooktacular Fun at Our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat Event! 🎃 Calling all goblins, witches, superheroes, and little monsters! Florence Elementary School invites you to join us for a spine-tingling afternoon of Halloween delights at our 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat Event! 📅 Date: October 29th 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 🏫 Location: Florence Elementary School This fang-tastic event is OPEN to our wonderful community, so spread the word and bring your friends, neighbors, and family along for an unforgettable Halloween experience. 👻 What's in Store? 👻 🎯 Games: Test your skills and win some spooktacular prizes at our Halloween-themed games. 🕸️ Halloween Hallway: Venture into our eerie Halloween Hallway for a thrilling journey of surprises and scares. 🍬 Free Snacks: Satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious free snacks for all! 🎨 Temporary Tattoos: Get inked with cool temporary tattoos that'll make your Halloween costume even more impressive. 🍪 Cookie Decorating: Unleash your inner artist by decorating your own Halloween cookies. A treat for your taste buds and your creativity! Please remember that this event is all about family fun, so children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission? It's absolutely FREE! 🎉 So, mark your calendars, assemble your costumes, and join us for an afternoon of Halloween magic and community spirit. We can't wait to see you at the 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat Event at Florence Elementary School on October 29th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Get ready for a spooktacular time! 🕷️🕯️🦇

Parents we need your help. Please sign up to help with Project Graduation. If you are interested in being a part of Project Graduation Planning, please sign up here https://forms.gle/poLv9ezPgCouqoGN8

"Honoring Our Heroes: Students Collecting Photos of Veterans for Veterans Day" With Veterans Day just around the corner, our elementary students are embarking on a heartwarming journey to honor the true heroes of our nation – our veterans. The initiative involves collecting photos of veterans, celebrating their sacrifice and service, and creating a powerful tribute. To participate find an elementary student or call our office for a form, fill it out and send it back to school. That is all it takes to participate in this heartwarming movement and make a difference this Veterans Day: #GoFloCats

Parents & Family of current 7-9th graders, Join me via Livestream for a 25-minute parent informational meeting on Wednesday, October 25th at 7:30pm! A tour director will give you all the details about this once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Washington, D.C., Gettysburg and Mount Vernon during the Summer of 2025! Your student will bring home an RSVP card today. You can either have your student return the card, or click here to RSVP digitally: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/rsvp/8943521435?rsvp_id=8943521435 To join the meeting, simply click this link: https://schooltrip.us/FlorenceWI25 Regards, Jeannette Sword

The Florence Football team is your back to back Northern Border Conference Champs. Checks can be made payable to FHS. Payments will be accepted from now until you pick-up your shirts. Feel free to drop your payment off at the High School or see Bryan Bomberg. Tshirt are $18 Long Sleeves are $22 Hoodies are $32 These shirts show support to our football team for their hard work and display the Mikey Strong logo in remembrance of Michael Schuls, our teammate and friend, who's life was lost this summer. Sign up by this Friday, 10/27/2023. Thank you! GO BOBCATS!! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tuNizYKk7VG9CXOvfqSLnQnBB6hv9zwbupxTrBa5M28/edit?usp=sharing

📸 Important Update: Picture Retake/Makeup Day Moved! 🗓️ Picture Retake/Makeup Day has moved it to a new date. Please mark your calendars for November 14! 📆✨

🎃📚 Spooky Good Times: Mrs. Merhalski's Class Welcomes Halloween Themed Slumberkin Books and Plushies! 📚🎃 Hey there, fellow bookworms and Slumberkin enthusiasts! The excitement in Mrs. Merhalski's class is through the roof as we welcome some adorable new additions to our library - Halloween-themed Slumberkin books and plushies! 📖🧸 This week, our little bookworms had the fantastic opportunity to dive into the magical world of Slumberkin, a series that encourages kids to explore their emotions, build self-confidence, and embrace their uniqueness. And what better time to do it than during the spook-tacular season of Halloween? The book we explored this week, "The Costume Comeback at the Monster Ball," takes readers on an enchanting journey with Sloth as he embarks on an adventure to the Monster Ball. Along the way, Sloth encounters various characters and learns some essential life lessons. The story is not just about cute and cuddly creatures dressing up for Halloween; it's about self-acceptance, embracing one's feelings, and finding the courage to be oneself. 🎉 🎃🌟 Embrace Your Uniqueness 🌟🎃 As a group, Mrs. Merhalski's class delved into the important message of the book. We discussed the value of being different from others and how it makes each of us special in our own way. 💖 It's all too easy for kids (and even grown-ups!) to compare themselves to others, especially during Halloween when we see an array of imaginative costumes. Sloth's journey serves as a poignant reminder that it's perfectly okay to be unique and to express ourselves in our own authentic way. 🦥✨ Throughout the week, students had the chance to snuggle with their very own Slumberkin plushies, creating a sense of comfort and connection with the story's characters. This hands-on experience made the lessons from the book all the more tangible and memorable. 🥰🧸 👥📚 Encouraging Empathy and Emotional Intelligence 📚👥 In addition to fostering self-confidence, these stories from Slumberkin also promote empathy and emotional intelligence. Our students were encouraged to discuss their feelings and experiences, further reinforcing the idea that it's alright to feel the way they do and to share those feelings with friends and family. 💬❤️ The students left this week's session not only with a newfound appreciation for their own uniqueness but also with a greater sense of understanding and compassion for others. What a fantastic way to kick off the Halloween season.🎃📚 Mrs. Merhalski's class is already looking forward to their next adventure with Slumberkin, as we continue to explore the magic of stories, emotions, and the importance of embracing our individuality.

🏐 Exciting News! 🏐 Hey everyone, we've got some fantastic updates to share about our volleyball team! 🎉🙌 Our team has advanced to the 2nd round of WIAA Regional play! 🔥 They're ready to bring their A-game to Three Lakes, and we couldn't be more proud of their hard work and dedication. 🏐💪 The game is set for a 7pm start time, and trust us, you won't want to miss this! 🕖 The atmosphere is going to be electric, and our girls and coaches would absolutely LOVE to have your support in the stands. 🤗👏 Let's come together as a community and show our unwavering support for these talented athletes! 🙏💙 Let's make some noise, cheer them on, and create an unforgettable evening of volleyball action! 📣👏 Hope to see you there, showing your team spirit and helping us cheer our way to victory! Go [Team Name]! 🎊🏐 #TeamSpirit #VolleyballChampions #CommunitySupport #GoTeam

Don't Miss Out! STEAM Night Florence Elementary STEAM Night wil be held Thursday October 19th, from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Hope we see you there! #GoFloCats

📢 Join Our Team: High School Paraprofessional Wanted! 📚 Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of high school students? We're looking for a dedicated Paraprofessional to join our one-on-one educational environment at The School District of Florence County. Here's what we offer: 💼 Position: High School Paraprofessional 🏫 Environment: One-on-one student support 💼 Compensation: $15.40 per hour 🌟 Benefits: Full package, including health, dental, vision, long term disability and Wisconsin state retirement If you're someone who values education and wants to be part of a team that nurtures and supports young minds, we'd love to have you on board. For more information visit our website: www.myflorence.org Join us in empowering the next generation and helping them achieve their full potential! #GoFloCats

The JV & varsity volleyball teams celebrated Parent's Night on Tuesday, 10-11. We also honored our 2 seniors: Victoria #1 with parents T.J. & Valarie, Isabella #14 with parents Paul & Kate. Both teams were victorious over Elcho to cap off the evening. Congratulations LadyCats!

Florence High School is proud to announce this year's DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) Good Citizen sponsored by the Jean-Nicolet DAR Chapter. Selection is based on demonstration of the characteristics of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism. The 2023-24 DAR Good Citizen for FHS is Isabella Millan. Bella is ranked number one in her graduating class. Throughout her high school career, she has participated in volleyball, basketball, and softball. She is the vice president of National Honor Society, a TORPEDO member, HI-Q member, and plays in both band and jazz band. Bella is a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Kingsford. Her post-secondary plan is to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison next fall, majoring in Environmental Engineering. Bella is the daughter of Paul and Kate Millan of Florence, Wisconsin

Students from Florence and Niagara in the TROOP (Together Reaching Our Own Potential) Group participated in their first community outing of the school year at Bear's Den Mini Golf. Everyone had a blast and there were even some hole-in-ones!

7-9th Grade Parents, Join us Wednesday, Oct. 25th - 7:30pm for a 25-min digital meeting on the 2025 Washington, D.C. trip. Each traveler is eligible for an Early Bird Scholarship of $500! Click to RSVP: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/rsvp/8943521435?rsvp_id=8943521435

Florence JV volleyball team participated in the Norway Invitational on Saturday, 10/14. They finished 2nd in a 8 team tournament falling short to Forest Park in the championship game. It was a great way to finish the year building momentum into next season. Way to go LadyCats!

🍂🧥 Fall Wardrobe Reminder for Parents 🍂 Hey, awesome parents! 🌟 As the leaves change and the temperatures drop, it's time to make sure our little ones are all set for the cozy fall season. 🍁🍃 🧣 Bundle Up: Fall weather can be unpredictable! Remember to layer up with sweaters, hoodies, and jackets to keep your kids warm and snug. 👖 Comfy Bottoms: Switch those summer shorts for comfy jeans or leggings to protect against the cooler breeze. 👢 Footwear Matters: Don't forget sturdy shoes or boots to keep tiny toes warm and dry during outdoor adventures. 🧢 Accessories are Fun: Add a stylish touch with hats, scarves, and gloves – they not only keep kids warm but make them look adorable too! 🎩🧤 Let's keep our little ones comfy and cozy this season. Happy Fall, everyone! 🍁👪 #FallFashion #GoFloCats

Will your Child be 4 Years old by 9/1/24? Join P.A.C.T. Call Holly at Florence Elementary Office For more Information

Reminder for Tomorrow's events Tomorrow is an early release day Elementary School will be released at 12:10 with parent pickup at 12:05 MS/HS will be released at 12:30 Tomorrow is also Picture Day! MS/HS Parent/Teacher Conferences

📢 Attention Parents of 11th Graders! 📢 As we gear up for an important day of testing, we want to remind you of the key ingredients to help your student shine on November 1st - the PreACT day! 🌟 Make sure your student gets a good night's sleep. Well-rested minds perform at their best! 💤 Punctuality is key! Arriving on time ensures a smooth start and reduces stress. ⏳ Your 11th grader can enjoy a delicious FREE breakfast to fuel their brains before the test. 🥞☕ Let's set our students up for success! 🌟 Mark your calendars for November 1st! 💪

"UW Extension Florence County is offering a FREE two-hour Parenting Workshop for Dealing with Disobedience. Contact UW Extension at 715-528-4480 ext. 5 to Register" #GoFloCats