I-S School Board to review fundraisers, policy changes, and coaching appointments at March 10 meeting

The School District of Iola-Scandinavia Board of Education will convene its regular meeting on Monday, March 10, at 6 p.m. in Elementary School Room #6 to discuss a range of district matters, including the approval of fundraiser requests, policy amendments, and coaching appointments for spring sports. The meeting will also feature administrative reports, committee updates, […]

RIBFEST slated for March 2

Dine-in and carry-out dinners available By Tom Anderson, Iola-Scandinavia Softball Coach The Iola-Scandinavia Girls Softball Team will be hosting their very popular RIBFEST dinner on Sunday, March 2, at Silver Lake Lanes in Scandinavia. Dinners will be served from 1-5 p.m. Dine-in and carry-out dinners are offered. This is the 20th RIBFEST dinner. A full-rack […]

School district finances are where they are expected to be

Sarah Thiel, business manager for the Iola-Scandinavia School District, informed the board on Feb. 10 that there are no surprises in the school district’s budget. For revenues, State Equalization Aid ($1,877,793) was the largest source of revenue received through December. Tax deposits totaling ($1,113,214.50) were deposited in January. Overall, year-to-date revenues are where we would […]

ISRA schedules monthly meeting to discuss referee program and sports updates

The Iola-Scandinavia Recreation Association (ISRA) will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 5 p.m. in the basement of Rustic Grill. The meeting will focus on several key agenda items, including the introduction of a new referee program and updates on the association’s various sports leagues. Residents are encouraged to attend to learn […]

I-S School Board to address major referendum and rezoning updates at upcoming meeting

The School District of Iola-Scandinavia’s Board of Education will convene on Monday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m. in Elementary School, Room #6, 450 Division Street, Iola, to address key agenda items including referendum updates, rezoning school property, and approval of the 2025-26 school calendar. This meeting, open for public observation, includes a designated public input […]

I-S students practice for Guys and Dolls amid auditorium renovation campaign

School gears up for February performances while launching a capital campaign for auditorium upgrades The stage is set for a spectacular production as the Iola-Scandinavia School Musical Theater Department proudly presents Guys and Dolls from Feb. 14-16. With over 60 students participating in the cast, stage crew, and live pit orchestra, the production promises to […]

I-S Elementary held comprehensive safety drill for active shooter preparedness

Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School took significant steps to bolster safety by conducting an active shooter preparedness drill on Nov. 13, according to a report to be submitted to the Iola-School Board on Monday, Dec. 9. Using the ALICE protocol, the initiative aimed to equip 276 students and 38 staff members with critical skills to respond effectively […]

I-S School Board to discuss policy updates, referendum progress, and district leases

The Iola-Scandinavia School Board will address key topics in its regular meeting on Monday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. in the Elementary School, Room #6. Major agenda items include updates on policy revisions, referendum progress, and lease approvals for Taylor Field and Ellison Park. Public input will also be welcomed at the start of the […]

Rotary donates $1,000 for Energy Bus for Schools program

I-S Elementary students to benefit from instruction Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School received a grant of $1,000 from the Rotary Club of Waupaca, which funds one-third of the program costs for its new Energy Bus for Schools program. Costs associated with the program are $2,000 for access to the Energy Bus for Schools Programming and $1,000 for […]