Iola-Scandinavia T-Bird Spotlight: Christopher Smith

By Iola-Scandinavia School District Christoper and wife Nicole have two children: Jack 18 and Jaxon 11. They have a dog named Sophie. Christopher graduated from Onalaska High School. He attended Troy University earning a B.S. in Social Science and UW-SP earning a B.S. in Broad Field Social Science. Christopher chose to work in a school […]

Erin Thompson recipient of UWO Chancellor Award

Thirty-five high-achieving University of Wisconsin Oshkosh seniors who exemplify top academic and leadership qualities and a deep commitment to serving others have earned recognition as recipients of the 2021 Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence. The criteria for this award include academic performance, University-related service and community involvement. Among them is Erin Thompson, a double major in […]

I-S Thunderbird Spotlight: Lauren Lecy

By Iola-Scandinavia School District Lauren’s fiancé is John Kelley. She has one younger sister. Lauren graduated from Cannon Falls High School. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from University of Northern Iowa, and a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from UWSP. Lauren chose to work in a school because “I […]

Thunderbird Booster Club fundraiser

Progress is being made on the four Adirondack chairs I-S students are building! You could win these plus a fire ring. Ask an I-S student for Booster Club Spring Raffle tickets (they can ask Mrs. Bestul if they need some). Profits from the raffle help each student raise funds to help with costs of trips […]

Iola-Scandinavia School District monthly meeting April 12

The Iola-Scandinavia School District Board will meet on Monday, April 12, at 7 p.m. in the Elementary School Library. Prior to the meeting at 6 p.m., the board will tour the Iola Community Fitness and Aquatic Center to view completed updates. Agenda Call meeting to order in the Elementary School Library with the reading of […]

Iola-Scandinavia T-Bird Spotlight: Mark Wester

By Iola-Scandinavia School District Mark is married to his wife, Stacey. They have two children Payton 20, and Brock, 17. They also have two dogs, Lambeau and Max. Mark graduated from Bruce High School in Bruce, Wisconsin. Mark chose to teach in a school because “I enjoy working with kids.” Mark enjoys following sports. His […]

Iola-Scandinavia T-Bird Spotlight: Stacy Bestul

By Iola-Scandinavia School District Stacy Bestul is married to her husband Dale. They have a daughter named Sydney. They have a Goldendoodle named Sam and a Calico cat, Minnie. Stacy has one sister. Stacy graduated from Auburndale High School Class of 1989. She attended Mid-State Technical College and earned a Vocational Diploma in Child Care […]

Ballweg open enrollment bills signed into law

By State Sen. Joan Ballweg I thank Gov. Tony Evers for signing two bills into law which will provide greater flexibility to students and their families to choose the school that best meets their needs. I’m pleased these two bills were signed into law today (March 26). These proposals were crafted with the input of […]

Iola-Scandinavia Schools T-Bird Spotlight: Gerald James Trzebiatowski

By Iola-Scandinavia School District Gerald James Trzebiatowski is married to his wife, Jackie. They have four children: Shelby (24), Jack (22), Jordan (22) and Jessica (22). They have a German Shepard named Emi. Gerald has one brother and one sister. Gerald graduated from Amherst High School. Gerald’s post high school career includes U.S. Army (63T […]

Adirondack chairs and fire ring raffle

Iola-Scandinavia School District students are creating and raffling of Adirondack chairs to earn funds through the Thunderbird Booster Club raffle. Contact a high school or middle school student for your tickets — just $10 each. A portion of every ticket sold will be designated to a co-curricular of the student’s choice. The drawing will be […]