It was Volunteer Day for ESC Jr/Sr High School. Giving back by volunteering and helping out in our community is important and can be very rewarding. Our school student council planned the event and had our advisors figure out which locations they wanted to go to for the afternoon. Today our students went around to some different areas around our East Sac Communities and helped in a variety of ways! Some advisors did clean up work at our local parks, around houses and businesses, around the lake, and in the ditches of highway 175. While other groups helped out by washing emergency vehicles in town, and one advisor group baked cookies to take down the police station. Many different volunteer ideas came out of our different groups, and it was a wonderful way to spend our afternoon helping out and giving back to the community!!
ESC Families –
In accordance with Iowa State Law and ESC Board Policy 103, Every five (5) years the board shall conduct an in-depth needs assessment, soliciting information from business, industry, labor, higher education and community members, regarding their expectations for adequate student preparation. One purpose of this assessment is to assist the board in developing a set of both short and long-range goals. The second purpose of this assessment is to determine the areas of student performance, knowledge, and attitudes, which are judged to be most crucial in meeting school or district goals.
The East Sac County School District has requested a Needs Assessment Survey conducted by the Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB). The survey is designed to help us assess our strengths and areas of needed improvement, with a focus on improved student achievement. We would like your opinions and judgments in response to the brief survey linked below.
The survey takes an average of 9 minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous.
Just click the link below, or paste it in your browser and follow the instructions. Thank you for your participation and helping to make improvements for our students.
https://forms.office.com/r/YtMQmYnPCk
Thank you!
ESC School Board and Administration
The East Sac County Kindergarten class, teachers, associates, and chaperones had a GREAT time at the Circus this past Friday in Sioux City! The tickets were donated by the Shriners International Organization! Fun was had by all!!!
This morning the Unity Point Clinic joined us for High Five Friday! Thank you for taking time this morning to start your day with us!
On April 7, 2025 FBLA student members taught all junior high and high school teachers, including our principal Mr. Tedesco, Gmail tips and tricks. Teen Teach Tech is sponsored by AT&T and was started after COVID in an effort to teach digital skills and safety all generations.
Digital Skills for Everyone!
Exciting News: We are thrilled to announce that we have joined the incredible initiative, Teens Teach Tech! This groundbreaking program connects our team of enthusiastic teenagers with adults eager to enhance their digital skills. From mastering computer basics to navigating the online world safely, our teens are ready to lead the way in empowering our community with essential digital skills. Stay tuned for updates on our journey and the impact we're making together. Let's bridge the Digital Divide, one lesson at a time! If you have a group that you would like to have trained contact Mrs. Stacy Andersen or Mrs. Crystal Pudenz FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America advisors for more information at the East Sac County Junior and Senior High School.
Remember - East Sac County Prom is TONIGHT! Come see the beautiful girls and handsome young men as they stroll through the waterfalls during the Grand March!
On Saturday April 5, members of our high school music department participated at IHSMA's state solo/ensemble festival. Each judge is allowed to choose 1 outstanding performance that they heard throughout the day. Two East Sac County band members were chosen as outstanding performances for their respective centers: Ximena Sandoval for her flute solo, and Liam Daggett for his percussion solos.
They will go to Ames on Tuesday May 20 to participate in the Outstanding Performance Recital as two of the 85 outstanding performers chosen in class 2A and 3A statewide.
Congratulations Ximena and Liam!
Annual East Sac County Plant Sale Details!!!
The Horticulture class has been busy in the greenhouse the last couple of months!! Plant sale season will be here before you know it!! We will have a variety of annuals, veggies, and baskets for sale. Be on the lookout for the presale link!
On Thursday April 10th, Foods 2 classes worked on making homemade pasta with guest chef and former East Sac graduate Trevor Schueneman! A tasty learning experience for our Foods 2 students!!
In an effort to keep our students safe and educated, East Sac County CSD partnered with the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation for a 7th-12th grade assembly discussing cell phone use and the issues many young adults face with the sending/receiving of inappropriate pictures/content and communicating with people on social media with those who request inappropriate content. Special Agents Trevor Modlin and Lynn Olesen from the Sioux City office discussed three real cases from Northwest Iowa involving teens and the inappropriate use of cell phones. They also noted that this activity is a common issue among teens and provided resources for help if they find themselves in these situations. In addition to the presentation, Ben Smith, County Attorney for Sac County was able to reiterate these dangers and speak to our students as well. The East Sac County School District appreciates the time these individuals shared with our students and their commitment to help keep kids safe!!!
ESC is seeking caring and quality individuals to fill the following positions!!! If you know of any individuals who are looking for a new position within the East Sac County Community School District for the upcoming year, please share this post with them and send them our way!!! ESC offers a competitive starting wage and benefits!!! Become a RAIDER today!!!
Teaching Positions - Available August 2025
1.0 FTE Elementary Teacher (4th Grade)
1.0 FTE HS PE/Health/Weights Teacher
1.0 FTE HS Math Teacher
1.0 FTE HS Science Teacher (Life Science)
1.0 FTE HS Science Teacher (Chemistry/Physical/Physics)
1.0 FTE HS Spanish
Associate Positions - Available Now
FT Elementary Special Education Associate
Food Service - Available Now
FT Cook - Sac City
FT Cook - Lake View
Coaching/Advisor Positions -
MS Baseball (May 2025)
MS Softball (May 2025)
7th/8th Student Council Advisor (Fall 2025)
National Honor Society Advisor(Fall of 2025)
HS Asst. Varsity Football (Fall 2025)
MS Volleyball (Fall 2025)
Head Girls Wrestling Coach (Winter of 25-26)
Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach (Winter of 25-26)
MS Girls Basketball (Winter 25-26)
Head Baseball (Summer of 2026)
Interested applicants should apply at this link: https://www.applitrack.com/eastsac/onlineapp/
In Personal Finance students learned all about careers from how to pick a career that is right for them, filling out applications, completing resumes, writing a cover letter, interviewing, and writing a thank you letter. In the following pictures students are shown completing their mock interviews. Students were to apply to an open sales associate position and interview for that same position. In order to make the process as real world as possible students interviewed each other while the other students in the classroom critiqued their interviews by writing positive aspects and things that need to be improved within the interview process. Students were to dress up and were graded on appearance, first impressions, interview content, interview technique/skills, and their closing. Students then were required to write a reflection about their interview. This was a great experience for the students; they were able to sit through an interview and get some real world experience before actually interviewing outside of school.
This week is National Assistant Principal Week! East Sac County is very grateful for all the work Mrs. Spetman does for our students, families, and school district. As the K-12 Assistant Principal and Special Education Director she is very busy serving the needs of our students and helping at all levels! Thank you for your dedication and work to East Sac County!!!
Prom is this Saturday! Come see the beautiful girls and handsome young men as they stroll through the waterfalls during the Grand March!
The Wall Lake Library and Sac City Museum volunteers greeted students for High Five Friday! It was great to be back for a full week after Spring Break, and students as always were looking forward to high fives and hugs this morning!
Below is the ESC School Board Approved 2024-25 School Year AMENDED Calendar. Due to the 8 snow days and 5 late starts, ESC will have regular classes on May 27th - 30th in order to meet state law requirements. The last day for ESC Seniors and Graduation will remain the same. Please use this calendar for the remainder of the school year.
ESC is seeking a caring and quality individual to fill the following positions!! Available Now!! Starting Pay is $14.60/ hour and will be $15.00/hour for the 25/26 School Year!! Great Hours!! No Weekends, No Nights!! IPERS!! Same schedule as your own kids!!
If you know of any individuals who are looking for a new position within the East Sac County Community School District, please share this post with them and send them our way!!! ESC offers a competitive starting wage and benefits!!! Become a RAIDER today!!!
Apply here today: https://www.applitrack.com/eastsac/onlineapp/
Congratulations to East Sac County Students Of The Month for the month of March!
Elementary students are recognized for consistently following Raider expectations, putting forth their best effort, and being a difference maker within the school.
Congratulations to the following students: Preschool: Oaklee Jastorff and Waylon Norris; Kindergarten: Jack Peyton, Berek Kluver and Oliver Dungan; First Grade: Greyson Garcia, Elijah Beultal and Ansel Jonassen; Second Grade: Katherine Cottingham, Reese Werkmeister and Ellie Fertig; Third Grade: Gilbert Hartsell, Henry Fertig and Maddyn Herrig; Fourth Grade: Grace Wallace and Emersyn Huster; Fifth Grade: Jaxson Sliefert and Harper Schroeder; Sixth Grade: Derek Schroeder and MaeLeigh Herrig.
Junior High and High School students have been nominated and selected by staff for many reasons. Criteria can include being a role model for others, showing kindness, doing well academically, working to the best of their ability or having a positive attitude. Congratulations to the following students: Jayda Kramer (12), Autumn Jackson (11), Paige Hout (10), Lauryn Lally (9), AiDynn Tibbs (8), and Mary Glass (7).
We appreciate your hard work and dedication to being a positive role model in our school!!
Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! We have some AWESOME para-educators here at East Sac County and we wanted to take time to thank them for their dedication and service to our students and the ESC TEAM!!! THANK YOU!!!!
Zo Daisy - 16 years
Kali Stone - 8 years
Morgan Stark - 7 years
Lexi Brewster - 5 years
Randie Grotluschen - 5 years
Lisa Gullett - 5 years
Dee Auen - 3 years
Doug Kramer - 3 years
Cassondra Schachtner - 3 years
Brandi Tegland - 3 years
Lyric Bussell - 2 years
Tina McClintock - 2 years
MaryJo Ramsey - 2 years
Brenna Tedesco - 2 years
Trista Williams - 2 years
Cassandra Brannan - 1 year 4 months
Jeff Meyers - 1 year 3 months
Ella Bussell - 1 year
Becky Dougherty - 1 year
Marinela Kruse - 1 year
Chris Ramsey - 1 year
Melissa Stamp - 1 year
Amanda Hankey - 6 months
Cianna Johnson - 6 months
Misty McKay - 3 months
Nicole Huegerich - 2 months
Graduation Rates are Important!
East Sac County: 97.40%
State of Iowa Average: 88.3%
Link to the press release: https://educate.iowa.gov/press-release/2025-03-31/iowas-high-school-graduation-rate-climbs-883-class-2024
