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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The School District of Iola-Scandinavia Board is set to meet tonight, Nov. 11, at 6 p.m. in Room #6 of the Elementary School, where board members will discuss a variety of pressing issues, including policy revisions, facilities assessments, and updates to staffing and curriculum. This regular meeting will provide the community with updates on current […]
In a memorable season for Iola-Scandinavia High School’s football and volleyball teams, a group of student-athletes received well-deserved recognition, marking a significant achievement for the Thunderbird program. With stellar performances on both the football field and volleyball court, several players landed spots on the coveted All-Conference list, highlighting their talent and dedication to their teams. […]
Addresses anticipated budget deficit The Iola-Scandinavia School District Board held its annual budget meeting on Oct. 14. At this meeting, the board reviewed the financial outlook for the 2024-25 school year and approved a tax levy to mitigate an anticipated budget shortfall. District Business Manager Sarah Thiel reported that while the district ended the 2023-24 […]
Iola-Scandinavia secures 5th place at Manitowoc Meet Ben Beck delivered a standout performance on Saturday, Oct. 26, clinching the sectional title at the WIAA Boys Division 3 Cross Country Championship at Meadow Links Golf Course. Beck’s first-place finish, clocking in at 16:51.5, earned him the championship title and punched his ticket to next weekend’s state […]
Iola-Scandinavia High School’s cross-country team made an impressive mark at the conference meet on Oct. 17, led by the outstanding efforts of the Beck brothers. The boys ‘ varsity team secured key placements with both Ben and Jack Beck delivering top 10 performances. Ben Beck was the star of the day for Iola-Scandinavia, finishing second […]