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Students recognized for outstanding leadership, service, and community impact The Iola-Scandinavia High School National Honor Society (NHS) chapter in Iola, Wisconsin, has earned national recognition for its exceptional commitment to leadership, service, and positive change within its school and local community. The award was granted to the Iola-Scandinavia NHS chapter, a group of dedicated student […]
The Iola-Scandinavia cross-country teams turned in determined performances at the Smiley Invitational on Sept. 20 at Wausau East High School, highlighted by a top-three finish from Ben Beck in the varsity boys race. Beck placed third overall with a time of 16 minutes, 30.6 seconds, leading the Thunderbirds to a 10th-place team finish. Prentice/Rib Lake […]
The Iola-Scandinavia High School volleyball team will host its Annual Fight Cancer Night on Thursday, Oct. 16, bringing the community together for an evening of support, remembrance, and spirited competition. The event will take place inside The Thunderdome, with doors opening at 5 p.m. and volleyball action beginning at 5:45 p.m. Organizers expect the stands […]
The Iola-Scandinavia School District Board of Education will meet Monday, Sept. 8, at 6 p.m. in Elementary School Room #6 at 450 Division Street in Iola. The agenda will include approval of multiple student fundraiser requests, facility and budget updates, reports from administrators, and action on personnel recommendations. Board members will begin with the consent […]
Iola-Scandinavia athletes turned in strong individual performances Saturday, Aug. 30, at the T-Bird Invitational cross-country meet at the Iola Winter Sports Club, highlighted by top-five finishes from Revyn Schrank and Ben Beck. In the middle school girls’ 2,950-meter race, Amherst’s Misty Water Fish claimed the individual title in 11 minutes, 57 seconds. St. Mary of […]
Iola-Scandinavia runners turned in standout performances at the Standing Rocks Invitational, with seniors Ben Beck and Revyn Schrank each capturing individual titles while leading their teams to top-five finishes. In the boys’ 5,000-meter race, Beck broke away from the field early and never looked back, claiming first place in 17 minutes, 9.8 seconds. His effort […]
Under radiant sunny skies, the Iola-Scandinavia Middle/High School welcomed students, parents, and community members to the grand reopening of its entry area on Wednesday, August 27, at 5:30 p.m. The event marked the completion of extensive renovations aimed at enhancing safety and security, signaling a bright beginning for the new school year. District Administrator Chris […]
Veteran educator begins new role as school year starts As the new school year begins, Molly DuPont has been appointed principal of Iola-Scandinavia Elementary School, introducing fresh leadership and a commitment to educational excellence for students, families, and community members. With 27 years of experience in education, spanning roles as a classroom teacher, site coach, […]
The Iola-Scandinavia Board of Education will convene its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 11, in Elementary School Room #6 at 450 Division Street. The board will review referendum progress, consider personnel changes in the golf program, hear financial updates, and address other district matters during the public session. The meeting will begin […]
Iola-Scandinavia High School Varsity Softball had two girls recognized in softball by the Central Wisconsin Conference – East Division for the 2025 season. Juniors Rayanne Clendenning (pitcher) and Maya Munoz (shortstop) were selected second team and honorable mention respectively for the Thunderbirds. CWC-East All-Conference Team First Team: Amherst – Makenna Orsund-12 (2B); Bonduel – Emery […]
