The School District of Florence County is closed today, Friday, March 13th, 2026. Stay Safe!

30 days ago, School District of Florence County
The School District of Florence County is closed today. Friday March 13th, 2026. Stay Safe
🏀💚 Congratulations, Miley VanderHeuvel! 💛🏀

We are proud to recognize Miley VanderHeuvel (#12, Sophomore) for being named Northern Lakes Conference 1st Team All-Conference!

Miley’s hard work, dedication, and competitive spirit have made a tremendous impact for the LadyCats this season. We’re excited to see what the future holds!

Great job, Miley! Your Bobcat family is proud of you.

🐾💚💛 #GoFloCats
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
Graphic celebrating Miley VanderHeuvel (#12), a sophomore on the Florence girls basketball team, for being named Northern Lakes Conference 1st Team All-Conference. The design features Florence’s green and gold colors. The main image shows Miley in a green and gold Florence uniform holding a basketball and preparing to shoot during a game. Behind her is a faded black-and-white action photo of another player shooting toward the basket. The graphic highlights her All-Conference recognition in the Northern Lakes Conference.
🎓🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Florence Students! 🌟🎓

The School District of Florence County has been selected as one of only seven rural districts in Wisconsin to participate in this year’s Wisconsin Rural Scholars (WiRS) Summer Program!

Through this opportunity, five Florence students will be nominated to attend this FREE 5-day residential pre-college program designed specifically for rural Wisconsin high school students.

📍 Location: UW–Madison Campus
📅 Dates: June 14–18, 2026

During the program, students will experience college life, explore academic interests, and connect with other rural students from across the state.

Families interested in learning more can visit:
🔗 https://ruralpartners.wisc.edu/wisconsin-rural-scholars-program/

If your student may be interested or you have questions, please contact:

Rebecca Kelley
K-12 School Counselor
School District of Florence County
📞 715-528-3215
MS/HS (#1307) | Elementary (#1605)

This is a fantastic opportunity for our students — Go FloCats! 💚💛
about 1 month ago, Monica Chartier
Flyer titled “Wisconsin Rural Scholars – WiRS Summer Program 2026” from the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Agricultural & Life Sciences. The program is a five-day residential pre-college experience for rural Wisconsin high school students, taking place June 14–18 at UW–Madison. The flyer explains that students will: Gain insight into college Connect with faculty, staff, and students Experience campus life and residence halls See the “Wisconsin Idea” in action Images show students participating in hands-on learning and a photo of the UW–Madison campus with the large “W” garden in front of a campus building. The program explores majors and careers such as: Health and nutrition Food and agriculture Biological sciences Sustainability and natural resources Business, communication, and society A student quote describes the program as welcoming and helpful for understanding the college experience. Application deadline: March 15 Apply online: https://go.wisc.edu/WiRuralScholars Cost: Free — meals, fees, and lodging included; chaperones receive a stipend. Contact listed for questions: Tanya Cutsforth (tcutsforth@wisc.edu ). The program is funded by the Wisconsin Rural Partnerships Institute (RPI).
🏀💚 Congratulations, Cece Mills! 💛🏀

We are proud to celebrate Cece Mills (#4, Junior) for an incredible season!

Cece has been named the Northern Lakes Conference Offensive Player of the Year and earned 1st Team All-Conference honors. Her hard work, determination, and leadership on the court have made a huge impact for the LadyCats this season.

Your Bobcat family is proud of you, Cece! Keep up the great work!

🐾💚💛 #GoFloCats
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
Graphic celebrating Cece Mills (#4), a junior on the Florence girls basketball team. The design features green and gold Bobcat colors with the headline “Northern Lakes Conference Offensive Player of the Year” and “1st Team All Conference.” The center image shows Cece in her green and gold Florence basketball uniform dribbling a basketball during a game. Behind the main image is a faded black-and-white action photo of another player defending. The graphic highlights Cece’s achievement for the Northern Lakes Conference and recognizes her standout performance during the season.
The Florence High School National Honor Society recently held a ceremony to induct its newest members for 2026. These students qualify for membership in the National Honor Society by being people of quality character with high academic scholarship. They demonstrate leadership in and out of school, and they perform service in their community and beyond. Congratulations to all new inductees!
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
NHS Inductees
Read across America week brought some guest readers into the 4K classroom! Thank you for reading stories to us, Mrs. Larson, Sheriff Chrisman & Deputy Krueger ❤️📚💙
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
Three photos show young elementary students sitting on a colorful classroom rug listening to community leaders read stories aloud. In the first photo, Deputy Krueger reads a book to the class while a screen behind him says “Deputy Krueger – Read-A-Loud Guest.” In the second photo, Superintendent Mrs. Larson reads to the students with a display that says “Superintendent Mrs. Larson – Read-A-Loud Guest.” In the third photo, Sheriff Chrisman reads a story while a screen behind him says “Sheriff Chrisman – Read-A-Loud Guest.” The classroom is filled with children’s books, learning charts, and an American flag, and the students sit attentively facing the guest readers. 📚
🎨 Celebrating Our Talented Student Artists! 💚💛

Three Florence High School students are currently being featured in a special art exhibit at the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center! Congratulations to Naomi Millan, Jaylinn Kappes, and Chloe Zegar, whose artwork is on display as part of the center’s rotating Featured Artist exhibit through April 9.

Featured Artists from HS 030326

Florence is fortunate to have a strong art program led by Mrs. Kelli Ellis, where students from elementary through high school develop their creativity and artistic skills. These talented students each bring their own unique style and perspective to the exhibit, and we are proud to see their work showcased in our community.

Featured Artists from HS 030326

📍 Wild Rivers Interpretive Center
5628 Forestry Drive, Florence
🕘 Winter Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Stop in to view their artwork displayed in front of the beautiful waterfall mural and help celebrate the creativity of our Florence students! 🖌️✨

#GoFloCats #FlorenceWI #StudentArtists #CommunityPride
about 1 month ago, Monica Chartier
FHS Art pieces.
Florence County Families

Are you looking to raise confident, healthy teens? Do you want to build strong relationships with your teens? This virtual class is for you! Come fill your toolbox with strategies to make parenting easier and more joyful!

Begins March 24 • 9 AM or 6 PM

Register here: https://go.wisc.edu/0odi83

Contact Tierany Rugg at UW Extension with any questions
tierany.rugg@wisc.edu
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
Flyer for “Triple P Teen – Classes for Parents of Teens 12–16 Years Old” hosted by University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension. The flyer features the UW Extension logo and the Triple P Positive Parenting Program logo at the top, with a photo of smiling teenage girls walking together outdoors. The flyer invites parents who want to raise confident, healthy teens and build strong relationships. Topics covered include raising responsible teenagers, raising competent teenagers, getting teenagers connected, and getting teenagers to cooperate. Classes are free and held via Zoom on Tuesdays from March 24 to April 14, with session times of 9:00–10:30 AM or 6:00–7:30 PM. Registration link: https://go.wisc.edu/0odi83 (QR code included). Contact information listed: Hannah Zellmer, 608-297-3139, hannah.zellmer@wisc.edu .
🌲 Save the Date! 🌲

Our 7th Grade Class will be heading to Trees for Tomorrow for their annual environmental education field trip!

📅 May 3–5
📍 Trees for Tomorrow
🚌 7th Grade Outdoor Learning Experience

This hands-on trip gives students the opportunity to explore Wisconsin’s natural resources, participate in outdoor science activities, and build teamwork skills in a unique learning environment.

More details will be shared soon — but for now, mark your calendars!

#BobcatPride #OutdoorLearning #SaveTheDate
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
A vertical “Save the Date” infographic for a 7th Grade field trip to Trees for Tomorrow scheduled for May 3–5. The design features a rustic outdoor theme with wooden sign graphics, pine trees, rocks, and a river landscape. Large text at the top reads “Save the Date!” followed by “7th Grade Field Trip to Trees for Tomorrow” and “May 3–5.” Smaller wooden sign elements include icons of a tree and a school bus with the phrases “Trees for Tomorrow” and “Outdoor Learning Adventure.” The center highlights “Explore • Learn • Discover” and “Hands-On Environmental Education.” At the bottom, two students are shown exploring a stream—one using binoculars and another using a net—symbolizing outdoor science activities. The footer reads “More Details Coming Soon!” with hashtags #BobcatPride, #OutdoorLearning, and #SaveTheDate.
🌟 Student of the Week – Dexter! 🌟

Congratulations to Dexter for being recognized as our Student of the Week! 👏

Dexter has shown impressive growth this year as he continues striving for his personal best in all of his classes. His determination and focus are clearly paying off. He consistently puts in a strong effort, completes his work thoroughly, and always stays on top of his responsibilities.

Dexter is also actively involved in school activities and contributes positively to our school community. His kindness and respect toward both staff and fellow students make him a great role model for others.

Keep up the great work, Dexter — we’re proud of you! 💚💛 #BobcatPride
about 1 month ago, Monica Chartier
Dexter

🏀💚 Sectional Final – Game Day Information 💛🏀

Congratulations LadyCats on advancing to the Division 5 Sectional 3 Final Game, hosted at Pulaski High School at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 7, 2026!

For fans and families attending the game, please note the following:

🚗 Parking: Please park near Door #9, as those will be the doors open for entry. There will be other events happening at the venue that day, so the parking lot may be a bit busy.

🚪 Doors Open: 12:00 PM

🎟 Tickets: Purchase tickets through GoFan here:
https://gofan.co/event/6277922?schoolId=WI12936

📻 Live Stream/TV/Media: WPCN Radio, WJNR Radio, Zaleski Sports Livestream
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the LadyCats! 🐾💚💛 #GoFloCats

about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
🏀💚 Sectional Final – Game Day Information 💛🏀 Congratulations LadyCats on advancing to the Division 5 Sectional 3 Final Game, hosted at Pulaski High School at 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 7, 2026! For fans and families attending the game, please note the following: 🚗 Parking: Please park near Door #9, as those will be the doors open for entry. There will be other events happening at the venue that day, so the parking lot may be a bit busy. 🚪 Doors Open: 12:00 PM 🎟 Tickets: Purchase tickets through GoFan here: [Insert GoFan Link] 📻 Radio Broadcast: The game is currently planned to be broadcast on WPCN Radio, so fans who cannot attend can still follow along. Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the LadyCats! 🐾💚💛 #GoFloCats
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Florence Elementary School Spring Concert, "A Celebration of Disney Movie Music", Friday April 24th at 1:00pm in the Florence Elementary School Gym. Doors will open at 12:15pm. No reserved seating will be allowed, but accommodated seating for those with accessibility difficulties will be provided. The live stream will also air on our Facebook page. Hope to see you there!
about 1 month ago, Robert Knox
Florence elementary students present a celebration of disney movie music friday april 24 2026 featuring songs and dances by the 4k through 6th grade students and the fifth and sixth grade band 1:00pm florence elementary gym doors open at 12:15pm no reserved seating please live stream on facebook page
💰📊 Real-World Learning in Action!

Students have been diving into the basics of filing taxes by learning how to complete a 1040 form. They’re practicing how to use the tax table to look up dollar amounts, calculate tax percentages, and understand important tax vocabulary.

They’re also learning about regular tax deadlines and due dates, helping them build real-life financial skills they’ll use in the future.

It’s great to see our students connecting classroom learning to everyday life! 💚💛 #GoFloCats
about 1 month ago, Monica Chartier
Florence Business Ed Students with tax return forms
Florence Business Ed Students with tax return forms
Florence Business Ed Students with tax return forms
Florence Business Ed Students with tax return forms
Florence Business Ed Students with tax return forms
Florence Business Ed Students with tax return forms
Join us for our Family Check Up Event!
Families are invited for a fun and meaningful evening focused on navigating screens and building healthy family habits.
March 25th
5:00–7:00 PM
Elementary School Cafeteria

💡 Special Bonus: If you’ve attended a Family Check Up event before and bring a new family with you, you’ll receive a $50 Amazon gift card!

👉 RSVP by calling Ms. Holly at (715) 528‑3262 or at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12asa8c4y2K5IIZVv37MnTu_yDtaE3BiRA-J_81wVG0o/edit?pli=1#responses

We hope to see you there!
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
**Alt Text:** Flyer titled “Family Check Up – Families and Screens: Using Family Values to Guide Media Use.” The flyer announces an event on **March 25th from 5:00–7:00 PM** at the **Elementary School Cafeteria**. The graphic shows a family of four sitting at a dinner table eating together, with a video game controller icon above them representing screen use. Event details include **free family dinner and childcare provided**, **each family receives a $20 Kwik Trip gas card**, and **parents stay after dinner to learn about the Family Check-Up Program and families and screentime**. RSVP by calling **Ms. Holly at (715) 528-3262**.
Congratulations to the music students who participated in the Wisconsin School Music Association/Northern Lakes Conference District Solo & Ensemble Festival this past Friday February 27th. Three of our students, Gabe Krenzke, Greta Nault, and Abby Tibbs, have qualified for the WSMA State Solo & Ensemble Festival which will take place this April at UW Oshkosh. All results are listed in the images below. Congratulations Musicians!
about 1 month ago, Robert Knox
2026 florence solo & ensemble results star first place state qualifier gabe krenzke musical theater solo gabe krenzke baritone vocal solo greta nault piano solo abigail tibbs alto vocal solo
2026 florence solo & ensemble results first place florence jazz band quinn cassidy ella deroche theron deroche luke deterville delaney donahue finn donahue ahriel farrel gabe krenzke clara murrow greta nault aubrey pataconi abby tibbs eva tibbs ana santi vivian shaw addy applin jaidyn lindow peyton smith instrumental trio serenity aten alto vocal solo chloe bodde maniya hippert perry lexi santi mikayla wold ssaa quartet jamas hawkins tenor vocal solo
2026 florence solo & ensemble results first place clara murrow bass clarinet solo lexi santi alto vocal solo lexi santi musical theater solo nevaeh tolentino alto vocal solo
2026 florence solo & Ensemble results second place lila pragacz and jasmine smith instrumental duet
2026 florence solo & ensemble results exhibition class comments only gloria aten alto saxophone solo
Florence County Families

Are you looking to raise confident, healthy teens? Do you want to build strong relationships with your teens? This virtual class is for you! Come fill your toolbox with strategies to make parenting easier and more joyful!

Begins March 24 • 9 AM or 6 PM

Register here: https://go.wisc.edu/0odi83

Contact Tierany Rugg at UW Extension with any questions
tierany.rugg@wisc.edu
about 1 month ago, Monica Chartier
Flyer for “Triple P Teen – Classes for Parents of Teens 12–16 Years Old” hosted by University of Wisconsin–Madison Extension. The flyer features the UW Extension logo and the Triple P Positive Parenting Program logo at the top, with a photo of smiling teenage girls walking together outdoors. The flyer invites parents who want to raise confident, healthy teens and build strong relationships. Topics covered include raising responsible teenagers, raising competent teenagers, getting teenagers connected, and getting teenagers to cooperate. Classes are free and held via Zoom on Tuesdays from March 24 to April 14, with session times of 9:00–10:30 AM or 6:00–7:30 PM. Registration link: https://go.wisc.edu/0odi83 (QR code included). Contact information listed: Hannah Zellmer, 608-297-3139, hannah.zellmer@wisc.edu .
🏀💚 SECTIONAL SEMI-FINAL 💛🏀

Florence Girls Basketball takes on Lena!

📅 Thursday, March 5, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM)
📍 Peshtigo High School
380 Green Street, Peshtigo, WI
Enter through the FRONT entrance on Green Street

🎟 Tickets: $7 (Child/Student/Adult)
FREE for children under 6
🚫 Passes will NOT be accepted

Purchase tickets in advance on GoFan:
🔗 https://gofan.co/event/6193825?schoolId=WI17154
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Lady Bobcats! 🐾💚💛 #GoFloCats
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
Green and gold digital infographic promoting a Girls Basketball Sectional Semi-Final game. Large headline reads “SECTIONAL SEMI-FINAL.” The matchup is listed as Florence vs. Lena. Game details: Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:00 PM). Location: Peshtigo High School, 380 Green Street, Peshtigo, WI. Note indicates to enter through the front entrance on Green Street. Ticket information states $7 for child, student, and adult admission, free for children under 6. Passes will not be accepted. The bottom of the graphic encourages fans to “Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Lady Bobcats!” with green and gold paw print and heart icons. The design features basketball graphics, paw prints, and decorative stars in school colors.
Good AM!
Tonight our BBB team plays at home vs Tri County starting at 6pm
$6.00 per ticket!!
This is our ONLY home playoff game - so we hope to see you all there.
The team and coaches would LOVE nothing more than to have a pack gym.
Spread the word & hope to see you there :)
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
Round 1 Regionals Game Day 3/3/2026
🏀💚 Regional Champs! 💛🏆

Congratulations to our Girls Basketball team on their big win this past Saturday, earning the Regional Title!
📍 vs. Lena
📅 Thursday, March 5
⏰ 7:00 PM
📌 Peshtigo High School
🎟 Sectional Admission:
$7 Students/Adults
$1 Children under 6

View the bracket here:
https://tournaments.wiaawi.org/brackets/Basketball/Girls/2026/2026_Basketball_Girls_Div5_Sec3_4

Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on! 🐾💚💛 #GoFloCats
about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
🏀💚 Regional Champs! 💛🏆 Congratulations to our Girls Basketball team on their big win this past Saturday, earning the Regional Title! 📍 vs. Lena 📅 Thursday, March 5 ⏰ 7:00 PM 📌 Peshtigo High School 🎟 Sectional Admission: $7 Students/Adults $1 Children under 6 View the bracket here: https://tournaments.wiaawi.org/.../2026_Basketball_Girls... Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on! 🐾💚💛 #GoFloCats

🏀💚 Congratulations to Our Ladycats – Regional Champs! 💛🏀

Let’s celebrate in style! 🎉

All shirt orders are due Monday by 2:00 PM.
Orders will be ready for pickup at the high school on Thursday — just in time to wear to the game!

Don’t miss your chance to show your Bobcat pride as we cheer on our Regional Champion Ladycats! 🐾💚💛

https://ladycats-regional-champs2026.itemorder.com/shop/sale/

#GoFloCats

about 1 month ago, School District of Florence County
Green and gold graphic celebrating the Ladycats as Regional Champions. Large bold text reads “Regional Champions! Our Ladycats Are Regional Champs!” with a photo of the team holding up a trophy. A side panel reads “Orders Due Today by 2:00 PM” and “Pick Up Thursday at the High School,” encouraging fans to order Regional Champs shirts in time for the game. Confetti and basketball graphics decorate the background with #GoFloCats at the bottom.