🏀 Middle School Girls Basketball Tonight! 🏀
Our 8th Grade Lady Cats take on Forest Park at North Dickinson tonight, Thursday, October 9, at 5:30 PM!
Come out and cheer on our team as they hit the court with Bobcat pride! 💚💛
#BobcatPride #LadyCats #FloCats
Our 8th Grade Lady Cats take on Forest Park at North Dickinson tonight, Thursday, October 9, at 5:30 PM!
Come out and cheer on our team as they hit the court with Bobcat pride! 💚💛
#BobcatPride #LadyCats #FloCats
📅 Thursday, October 9th
✨ Dress Your Best Day + Class Theme Day!
Elementary/Middle: It’s Dress Your Best Day (and Picture Day!) 📸 Bring your best smile!
MS/HS: Dress in Class T-shirt, Jorts, or Pajamas
🏐 Boys Volleyball Tournament 8:30–10:15
🏈 Girls Ultimate Football 10:30–12:15
🎨 Poster & Float Paragraph due by 12:30
🚜 Float Building 1–3:30, Judging at 3:30
🔥 BONFIRE after Volleyball Game – King & Queen announced!
✨ Dress Your Best Day + Class Theme Day!
Elementary/Middle: It’s Dress Your Best Day (and Picture Day!) 📸 Bring your best smile!
MS/HS: Dress in Class T-shirt, Jorts, or Pajamas
🏐 Boys Volleyball Tournament 8:30–10:15
🏈 Girls Ultimate Football 10:30–12:15
🎨 Poster & Float Paragraph due by 12:30
🚜 Float Building 1–3:30, Judging at 3:30
🔥 BONFIRE after Volleyball Game – King & Queen announced!
🚨 Fab Lab Update 🚨
Please note that Community Hours at the Fab Lab (normally Thursdays from 4–7pm) will be closed on Thursday, October 9th.
Thank you for your understanding—we’ll see you at our next open session! 🛠️✨
Please note that Community Hours at the Fab Lab (normally Thursdays from 4–7pm) will be closed on Thursday, October 9th.
Thank you for your understanding—we’ll see you at our next open session! 🛠️✨
📅 Wednesday, October 8th
👗 Wacky Wednesday + Favorite Movie Character!
Elementary/Middle: Wear your craziest mismatched outfits 🤪
MS/HS: Dress up as your Favorite Movie Character 🎥
📚 Skit Planning during Late Start
👗 Wacky Wednesday + Favorite Movie Character!
Elementary/Middle: Wear your craziest mismatched outfits 🤪
MS/HS: Dress up as your Favorite Movie Character 🎥
📚 Skit Planning during Late Start
🏀 New Athletic Event Alert!
Our Middle School LadyCats Basketball teams hit the road tonight, 10/7, at Iron Mountain Central!
📅 7th Grade – 5:30 PM
📅 8th Grade – 6:30 PM
Come cheer on our LadyCats as they take the court! 💚💛
Our Middle School LadyCats Basketball teams hit the road tonight, 10/7, at Iron Mountain Central!
📅 7th Grade – 5:30 PM
📅 8th Grade – 6:30 PM
Come cheer on our LadyCats as they take the court! 💚💛
A huge thank you to the Long Lake Association for their generous $250 donation to Mrs. Stephanie Tomczak’s classroom! 🌟 On September 30th, she was presented with a check and plaque as they officially “adopted” her classroom. Mrs. Tomczak used the funds to purchase adaptive seating to support student learning. We are so grateful for your investment in our students!
📅 Monday, October 6th
🎉 CRAZY HAIR DAY + Superhero vs. Villain!
Elementary & Middle School: Show off your wildest hairstyles!
MS/HS: Dress as your favorite Superhero or Villain 🦸♀️🦹♂️
💰 Penny Jugs open at 8 AM
🏆 Homecoming Court voting during Homeroom
🎉 CRAZY HAIR DAY + Superhero vs. Villain!
Elementary & Middle School: Show off your wildest hairstyles!
MS/HS: Dress as your favorite Superhero or Villain 🦸♀️🦹♂️
💰 Penny Jugs open at 8 AM
🏆 Homecoming Court voting during Homeroom
🚨 We’re hiring! Join the School District of Florence County team 🐾 Opportunities include teaching, coaching, para support, bus driving, food service, & after-school care. Apply today & make a difference! 💚💛 #GoFloCats
🚨 We’re hiring! Join the School District of Florence County team 🐾 Opportunities include teaching, coaching, para support, bus driving, food service, & after-school care. Apply today & make a difference! 💚💛 #GoFloCats
💚💛 We are grateful everyone is safe.
This morning, our Green Route bus was rear-ended while stopped on US 2. We are so thankful to share that the nine students on board and our driver are all safe and unharmed. No students were loading at the time.
Our bus did exactly what it was designed to do—protect our passengers—and we are grateful everyone arrived at school safely today.
Thank you for keeping our students, staff, and drivers in your thoughts. We are blessed to have such a caring Bobcat community.
This morning, our Green Route bus was rear-ended while stopped on US 2. We are so thankful to share that the nine students on board and our driver are all safe and unharmed. No students were loading at the time.
Our bus did exactly what it was designed to do—protect our passengers—and we are grateful everyone arrived at school safely today.
Thank you for keeping our students, staff, and drivers in your thoughts. We are blessed to have such a caring Bobcat community.
📢 Save the Date! 🎉
All 4th–8th graders are invited to join us for this exciting upcoming event! 🏐💚💛
📅 Mark your calendars now and don’t miss out.
ℹ️ Contact your school office for more information.
All 4th–8th graders are invited to join us for this exciting upcoming event! 🏐💚💛
📅 Mark your calendars now and don’t miss out.
ℹ️ Contact your school office for more information.
🚨 We’re hiring! Join the School District of Florence County team 🐾 Opportunities include teaching, coaching, para support, bus driving, food service, & after-school care. Apply today & make a difference! 💚💛 #GoFloCats
🚨 We’re hiring! Join the School District of Florence County team 🐾 Opportunities include teaching, coaching, para support, bus driving, food service, & after-school care. Apply today & make a difference! 💚💛 #GoFloCats
Registration for all Karate students for the 2025-2026 school year must be mailed to the address below or
turned into the Elementary or High School Office by Wednesday, September 10 th . Forms can also be
picked up at these office locations. All forms must be filled out completely along with a $15.00
registration fee per child plus the first month’s class payment. This registration fee goes to cover startup
costs. The cost per class is $10.00. The first month’s total class payment will be $45.00. Checks can
be made out to Wayne/Karen Harrison. The first class will start on Monday, September 15th at the
Florence Elementary School in the Music Room. Class times will be determined after registration so
please register early.
We recommend students be at least five years old to begin Karate lessons. Classes will be $40.00 per 4-
week month, ($50.00 for five-week month). Discounts will be given for families having three or more
children participating. Charges will be $40.00 per child for the first two and $20.00 for each additional
child (this is for a 4-week month). Class fees are due the first class of each month, missed classes
will not be refunded students can attend make-up classes. If you are paying a month late a 10% late
fee will be added. If payment is not received by the end of the next month, the student will not be allowed
to attend class. Any "bounced" checks will have a $40.00 fee added.
Students in need of a Karate uniform the order will be placed Monday, October 6th. The students’
black uniforms will cost approx. $40.00. Red Belt uniforms cost approx. $50.00. Payment must be in prior
to order.
We are looking forward to a fun and enjoyable year of Karate in Florence.
Wayne & Karen Harrison
Harrison's Academy of Martial Arts
4154 Blome-Helgren Road
Florence, WI 54121
715-528-5249
turned into the Elementary or High School Office by Wednesday, September 10 th . Forms can also be
picked up at these office locations. All forms must be filled out completely along with a $15.00
registration fee per child plus the first month’s class payment. This registration fee goes to cover startup
costs. The cost per class is $10.00. The first month’s total class payment will be $45.00. Checks can
be made out to Wayne/Karen Harrison. The first class will start on Monday, September 15th at the
Florence Elementary School in the Music Room. Class times will be determined after registration so
please register early.
We recommend students be at least five years old to begin Karate lessons. Classes will be $40.00 per 4-
week month, ($50.00 for five-week month). Discounts will be given for families having three or more
children participating. Charges will be $40.00 per child for the first two and $20.00 for each additional
child (this is for a 4-week month). Class fees are due the first class of each month, missed classes
will not be refunded students can attend make-up classes. If you are paying a month late a 10% late
fee will be added. If payment is not received by the end of the next month, the student will not be allowed
to attend class. Any "bounced" checks will have a $40.00 fee added.
Students in need of a Karate uniform the order will be placed Monday, October 6th. The students’
black uniforms will cost approx. $40.00. Red Belt uniforms cost approx. $50.00. Payment must be in prior
to order.
We are looking forward to a fun and enjoyable year of Karate in Florence.
Wayne & Karen Harrison
Harrison's Academy of Martial Arts
4154 Blome-Helgren Road
Florence, WI 54121
715-528-5249
Florence Elementary School extends a heartfelt thank you to Tyson and Christie Ferrari and Trevor and Amanda Peterman from The Window Store in Marquette for their generous donation. Their gift included not only much-needed school supplies, but also an abundance of extra snacks for our students. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support—thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
In the picture is Tyson and Christie Ferrari with their son.
Registration for all Karate students for the 2025-2026 school year must be mailed to the address below or
turned into the Elementary or High School Office by Wednesday, September 10 th . Forms can also be
picked up at these office locations. All forms must be filled out completely along with a $15.00
registration fee per child plus the first month’s class payment. This registration fee goes to cover startup
costs. The cost per class is $10.00. The first month’s total class payment will be $45.00. Checks can
be made out to Wayne/Karen Harrison. The first class will start on Monday, September 15th at the
Florence Elementary School in the Music Room. Class times will be determined after registration so
please register early.
We recommend students be at least five years old to begin Karate lessons. Classes will be $40.00 per 4-
week month, ($50.00 for five-week month). Discounts will be given for families having three or more
children participating. Charges will be $40.00 per child for the first two and $20.00 for each additional
child (this is for a 4-week month). Class fees are due the first class of each month, missed classes
will not be refunded students can attend make-up classes. If you are paying a month late a 10% late
fee will be added. If payment is not received by the end of the next month, the student will not be allowed
to attend class. Any "bounced" checks will have a $40.00 fee added.
Students in need of a Karate uniform the order will be placed Monday, October 6th. The students’
black uniforms will cost approx. $40.00. Red Belt uniforms cost approx. $50.00. Payment must be in prior
to order.
We are looking forward to a fun and enjoyable year of Karate in Florence.
Wayne & Karen Harrison
Harrison's Academy of Martial Arts
4154 Blome-Helgren Road
Florence, WI 54121
715-528-5249
turned into the Elementary or High School Office by Wednesday, September 10 th . Forms can also be
picked up at these office locations. All forms must be filled out completely along with a $15.00
registration fee per child plus the first month’s class payment. This registration fee goes to cover startup
costs. The cost per class is $10.00. The first month’s total class payment will be $45.00. Checks can
be made out to Wayne/Karen Harrison. The first class will start on Monday, September 15th at the
Florence Elementary School in the Music Room. Class times will be determined after registration so
please register early.
We recommend students be at least five years old to begin Karate lessons. Classes will be $40.00 per 4-
week month, ($50.00 for five-week month). Discounts will be given for families having three or more
children participating. Charges will be $40.00 per child for the first two and $20.00 for each additional
child (this is for a 4-week month). Class fees are due the first class of each month, missed classes
will not be refunded students can attend make-up classes. If you are paying a month late a 10% late
fee will be added. If payment is not received by the end of the next month, the student will not be allowed
to attend class. Any "bounced" checks will have a $40.00 fee added.
Students in need of a Karate uniform the order will be placed Monday, October 6th. The students’
black uniforms will cost approx. $40.00. Red Belt uniforms cost approx. $50.00. Payment must be in prior
to order.
We are looking forward to a fun and enjoyable year of Karate in Florence.
Wayne & Karen Harrison
Harrison's Academy of Martial Arts
4154 Blome-Helgren Road
Florence, WI 54121
715-528-5249
Registration for all Karate students for the 2025-2026 school year must be mailed to the address below or
turned into the Elementary or High School Office by Wednesday, September 10 th . Forms can also be
picked up at these office locations. All forms must be filled out completely along with a $15.00
registration fee per child plus the first month’s class payment. This registration fee goes to cover startup
costs. The cost per class is $10.00. The first month’s total class payment will be $45.00. Checks can
be made out to Wayne/Karen Harrison. The first class will start on Monday, September 15th at the
Florence Elementary School in the Music Room. Class times will be determined after registration so
please register early.
We recommend students be at least five years old to begin Karate lessons. Classes will be $40.00 per 4-
week month, ($50.00 for five-week month). Discounts will be given for families having three or more
children participating. Charges will be $40.00 per child for the first two and $20.00 for each additional
child (this is for a 4-week month). Class fees are due the first class of each month, missed classes
will not be refunded students can attend make-up classes. If you are paying a month late a 10% late
fee will be added. If payment is not received by the end of the next month, the student will not be allowed
to attend class. Any "bounced" checks will have a $40.00 fee added.
Students in need of a Karate uniform the order will be placed Monday, October 6th. The students’
black uniforms will cost approx. $40.00. Red Belt uniforms cost approx. $50.00. Payment must be in prior
to order.
We are looking forward to a fun and enjoyable year of Karate in Florence.
Wayne & Karen Harrison
Harrison's Academy of Martial Arts
4154 Blome-Helgren Road
Florence, WI 54121
715-528-5249
turned into the Elementary or High School Office by Wednesday, September 10 th . Forms can also be
picked up at these office locations. All forms must be filled out completely along with a $15.00
registration fee per child plus the first month’s class payment. This registration fee goes to cover startup
costs. The cost per class is $10.00. The first month’s total class payment will be $45.00. Checks can
be made out to Wayne/Karen Harrison. The first class will start on Monday, September 15th at the
Florence Elementary School in the Music Room. Class times will be determined after registration so
please register early.
We recommend students be at least five years old to begin Karate lessons. Classes will be $40.00 per 4-
week month, ($50.00 for five-week month). Discounts will be given for families having three or more
children participating. Charges will be $40.00 per child for the first two and $20.00 for each additional
child (this is for a 4-week month). Class fees are due the first class of each month, missed classes
will not be refunded students can attend make-up classes. If you are paying a month late a 10% late
fee will be added. If payment is not received by the end of the next month, the student will not be allowed
to attend class. Any "bounced" checks will have a $40.00 fee added.
Students in need of a Karate uniform the order will be placed Monday, October 6th. The students’
black uniforms will cost approx. $40.00. Red Belt uniforms cost approx. $50.00. Payment must be in prior
to order.
We are looking forward to a fun and enjoyable year of Karate in Florence.
Wayne & Karen Harrison
Harrison's Academy of Martial Arts
4154 Blome-Helgren Road
Florence, WI 54121
715-528-5249
I’m so excited to introduce myself as your new Elementary Principal for the 2025–2026 school year! I truly feel honored to be stepping into this role, and I can’t wait to spend the year learning, growing, and celebrating alongside our little Bobcats.
Florence has been my home professionally since 2021, when I joined the district as a Special Education Teacher. Since then, I’ve also served as Dean of Students and, most recently, Assistant Principal. Each role has given me the chance to work closely with our incredible students, families, and staff, and it’s made me even more committed to creating a school where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to do their best. Before coming to Florence, most of my career was spent teaching middle and high school science, which means I still get a little spark in my eyes whenever I see students exploring and asking “why?”
Family is a huge part of who I am. My husband, Joe, is a proud 2000 graduate of Florence High School, and together we’re raising two amazing kids—Bradly (18) and Isabella (15). As a family, we love spending time outdoors camping, hunting, and fishing.
As we head into the new school year, my biggest goal is to build strong, lasting connections with our students and families. You’ll see me at drop-off and pick up, events, and popping into classrooms—so please don’t be shy about saying hello. My door (and email inbox) is always open, and I’d love to hear your ideas, questions, or simply a good Bobcat story or two, especially if it includes my husband!
Here’s to a year full of learning, laughter, and success for every single one of our students. I’m so glad we get to do this together.
With excitement,
Richelle Jochem
Principal
Florence Elementary School
jochemr@myflorence.org
Florence has been my home professionally since 2021, when I joined the district as a Special Education Teacher. Since then, I’ve also served as Dean of Students and, most recently, Assistant Principal. Each role has given me the chance to work closely with our incredible students, families, and staff, and it’s made me even more committed to creating a school where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired to do their best. Before coming to Florence, most of my career was spent teaching middle and high school science, which means I still get a little spark in my eyes whenever I see students exploring and asking “why?”
Family is a huge part of who I am. My husband, Joe, is a proud 2000 graduate of Florence High School, and together we’re raising two amazing kids—Bradly (18) and Isabella (15). As a family, we love spending time outdoors camping, hunting, and fishing.
As we head into the new school year, my biggest goal is to build strong, lasting connections with our students and families. You’ll see me at drop-off and pick up, events, and popping into classrooms—so please don’t be shy about saying hello. My door (and email inbox) is always open, and I’d love to hear your ideas, questions, or simply a good Bobcat story or two, especially if it includes my husband!
Here’s to a year full of learning, laughter, and success for every single one of our students. I’m so glad we get to do this together.
With excitement,
Richelle Jochem
Principal
Florence Elementary School
jochemr@myflorence.org
🎉 Florence Elementary Open House! 🎉
Mark your calendars — Thursday, August 28, from 2–5:30 PM!
Meet your teachers, see your classrooms, drop off supplies, and connect with community groups before the first day of school on September 2. We can’t wait to see you there!
Now Hiring: Student Custodian for 2025–26!
Are you a student looking to earn extra cash after school? Join our custodial team!
🕒 2 hours/day after school
💵 $13.31/hour
📍 Great experience, flexible schedule
Apply now and take pride in keeping our school shining! For more information contact Bill Witynski at witynskib@myflorence.org or 715-528-3217 ext 1101.
