East Sac County Community School District

East Sac County FCS students competed in Iowa Central Community College competition day in Fort Dodge this past Friday. The students took a hospitality test, baked and then decorated cupcakes, were quizzed on herb and spices and then made a croque madame and presented it to the judges. The students then enjoyed eating in ICCC's cafeteria. The students had a fun day working in teams, meeting other students from surrounding school districts and learning about the Culinary, Baking and Hospitality department at Iowa Central. Ashlyn Arbegast stated, "I hope we can recruit other students to take part in other competitions next year!" East Sac students that participated were OnaMae Dougherty, Ashlyn Arbegast, Kyle Langner and William Davenport. Nice work! Way to represent East Sac County!!!

Today we had several 1st graders take part in safely watching the Solar Eclipse. Once again, Science is cool!!!

East Sac Community Schools is seeking qualified applicants to serve as a full time High School Spanish Teacher for the 2024-25 school year. This will be for grades 9-12. The qualified applicant will be responsible to teach Spanish 1, Spanish 2, Spanish 3, and Spanish 4. Specific duties will be discussed after learning about the candidate’s qualifications. This position is open until filled. Applicants who apply early will be given preference. Interviews will be conducted as quality applicants apply. The application deadline for this position is April 26th 2024. Various coaching opportunities exist for the 24-25 school year as well! East County CSD is located in beautiful Northwest/North Central Iowa and comprised of Sac City, Lake View, Wall Lake, and Auburn. The 7-12 building is located in Lake View. Our communities offer many recreational areas including Black Hawk Lake along with several thriving small businesses and restaurants. We are located right south of Hwy 20 and are 1 hour from Sioux City, 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Okoboji Great Lakes, and two hours from Des Moines, Cedar Falls, and Omaha. The successful candidate will be supported by the HS Principal, an Assistant Principal, a mentoring program, the Superintendent, and the East Sac County Board of Education. Salary and benefits include a competitive starting wage based on degree and experience, IPERS, health insurance, and paid vacation. Apply here at: https://www.applitrack.com/eastsac/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=293&posFirstChoice=High%20School%20Teaching&posSpecialty=Foreign%20Language%20-%20Spanish

This morning our East Sac County Raiders were greeted by the Wall Lake Lions Club! High Fives were given! Smiles were present! Thank you for joining us today and everything you do to support our community!!!

Mrs. Niehaus's Preschool students have been practicing their number skills through math games. Games are an impactful way to reinforce and build flexibility with math skills...and the students LOVE them!!!

Today is National School Librarian Day! We are very thankful to those who keep our libraries in great order for our students and their learning. Thank you! You are appreciated! Librarian - Teresa Bettin Elementary Library Associate - Kali Stone 7-12 Library Associate - Zo Daisy

East Sac Community Schools is seeking qualified applicants to serve as a full time High School Science Teacher for the 2024-25 school year. This will be for grades 9-12. Candidates with any Science licensure are encouraged to apply and obtaining an All Science licensure may be required in time. This position would include teaching Physical Science, Physics, and the possibility of Earth Science and Environmental Science/Ecology. Specific teaching assignments and classes will be discussed after learning the candidates preferences and strengths. This position is open until filled. Applicants who apply early will be given preference. Interviews will be conducted as quality applicants apply. The application deadline for this position is April 26th 2024. Various coaching opportunities exist for the 24-25 school year as well! East County CSD is located in beautiful Northwest/North Central Iowa and comprised of Sac City, Lake View, Wall Lake, and Auburn. The 7-12 building is located in Lake View. Our communities offer many recreational areas including Black Hawk Lake along with several thriving small businesses and restaurants. We are located right south of Hwy 20 and are 1 hour from Sioux City, 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Okoboji Great Lakes, and two hours from Des Moines, Cedar Falls, and Omaha. The successful candidate will be supported by the HS Principal, an Assistant Principal, Veteran Science Teachers from within the district, a mentoring program, the Superintendent, and the East Sac County Board of Education. Salary and benefits include a competitive starting wage based on degree and experience, IPERS, health insurance, and paid vacation. Please apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/eastsac/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=292&posFirstChoice=High%20School%20Teaching&posSpecialty=Science%20-%20General

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!!!! Kelly Murley - 26 years Zo Daisy - 15 years Taylor Buschman - 7 years Kali Stone - 7 years Cara Christoffer - 6 Years Morgan Stark - 6 years Lexi Brewster - 4 years Lisa Gullett - 4 years Randie Grotluschen - 4 years Alexis Brosh - 4 years Dee Auen - 2 years Doug Kramer - 2 years Kim Manzer - 2 years Cassondra Schachtner - 2 years Chelsey Scharn - 2 years Brandi Tegland - 2 years Hannah Tegland - 2 years Peyton Wunschel - 2 years Mercedes Bainbridge - 1 year Lyric Bussell - 1 year MaryJo Ramsey - 1 year Tina McClintock - 1 year Camryn Oakes - 1 year Brenna Tedesco - 1 year Trista Williams - 1 year Cassandra Brannan - 4 months Brandon Schimmer - 4 months Jeff Meyers - 3 months

East Sac County Community Schools is seeking qualified applicants to serve as a full time 1st Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher for the 2024-25 school year. This position is open until filled. Applicants who apply early will be given preference. Interviews will be conducted as quality applicants apply. The application deadline for this position is April 19th 2024. Various coaching opportunities exist for the 24-25 school year as well! East Sac County CSD is located in beautiful Northwest/North Central Iowa and comprised of Sac City, Lake View, Wall Lake, and Auburn. The PK-6 building is located in Sac City. The 7-12 building is located in Lake View. Our communities offer many recreational areas including Black Hawk Lake along with several thriving small businesses and restaurants. We are located right south of Hwy 20 and are 1 hour from Sioux City, 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Okoboji Great Lakes, and two hours from Des Moines and Omaha. The successful candidate will be supported by the Elementary Principal, an Assistant Principal, Veteran Elementary Teachers from within the district, a mentoring program, the Superintendent, and the East Sac County Board of Education. Salary and benefits include a competitive starting wage based on degree and experience, IPERS, health insurance, and paid vacation. Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/eastsac/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=290&posFirstChoice=Elementary%20School%20Teaching&posSpecialty=Primary%20-%20Grades%201,%202,%203

The East Sac County Industrial Technology Department took some freshman and sophomores on a tour of the DMACC Center in Templeton, IA and Puck Enterprises in Manning, IA. Students were able to experience some electrical demonstrations at the DMACC Center. Students also learned about an international manufacturing company in Puck Enterprises. This was a great opportunity for our students!!!

The East Sac County Industrial Technology Department took some freshman and sophomores on a tour of the DMACC Center in Templeton, IA and Puck Enterprises in Manning, IA. Students were able to experience some electrical demonstrations at the DMACC Center. Students also learned about an international manufacturing company in Puck Enterprises. This was a great opportunity to see some educational and career opportunities that could be future options for them!!

East Sac Community Schools is seeking qualified applicants to serve as a full time 9-12 Professional School Counselor for the 2024-25 school year.  This position is for grades 9-12.  East Sac County has 3 Full time Professional Counselors, PK-4, 5-8, and 9-12. A full description of duties can be obtained by speaking to Mr. Hemiller, ESC Superintendent or Mr. Tedesco, ESC HS Principal.  This position is open until filled.  Applicants who apply early will be given preference.  Interviews will be conducted as quality applicants apply.  The application deadline for this position is April 19nd 2024.  Various coaching opportunities exist for the 24-25 school year as well! East County CSD is located in beautiful Northwest/North Central Iowa and comprised of Sac City, Lake View, Wall Lake, and Auburn.  The 7-12 building is located in Lake View.  Our communities offer many recreational areas including Black Hawk Lake along with several thriving small businesses and restaurants.  We are located right south of Hwy 20 and are 1 hour from Sioux City, 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Okoboji Great Lakes, and two hours from Des Moines, Cedar Falls, and Omaha.  The successful candidate will be supported by the HS Principal, an Assistant Principal, the PK-4 and 5-8 Professional School Counselors from within the district, a mentoring program, the Superintendent, and the East Sac County Board of Education.  Salary and benefits include a competitive starting wage based on degree and experience, IPERS, health insurance, and paid vacation. Please apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/eastsac/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=288&posFirstChoice=Special%20Education&posSpecialty=Guidance%20Counselor

East Sac County will have a 2 hour Late Start today (3/26/24) due to the weather. No AM Preschool, No AM Activities.

Due to increasing interest and numbers, East Sac County is looking for a Part Time Preschool Teacher to teach 1 section of either AM or PM 4 year old Preshcool for the 2024-25 school year. East Sac County Community Schools is seeking qualified applicants to serve as a Part Time Preschool Classroom Teacher for the 2024-25 school year. This position will include teaching either an AM section, or a PM section of 4 year old Preschool. This position will be supported by a teacher associate who has experience working with preschool students. This position is open until filled. Applicants who apply early will be given preference. Interviews will be conducted as quality applicants apply. The application deadline for this position is April 19th 2024. Various coaching opportunities exist for the 24-25 school year as well! East Sac County CSD is located in beautiful Northwest/North Central Iowa and comprised of Sac City, Lake View, Wall Lake, and Auburn. The 7-12 building is located in Lake View. Our communities offer many recreational areas including Black Hawk Lake along with several thriving small businesses and restaurants. We are located right south of Hwy 20 and are 1 hour from Sioux City, 1 hour and 20 minutes from the Okoboji Great Lakes, and two hours from Des Moines and Omaha. The successful candidate will be supported by the Elementary Principal, an Assistant Principal, Veteran Elementary Teachers from within the district, a mentoring program, the Superintendent, and the East Sac County Board of Education. Salary and benefits include a competitive starting wage based on degree and experience, IPERS, health insurance, and paid vacation. Apply here at: https://www.applitrack.com/eastsac/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=289&posFirstChoice=Elementary%20School%20Teaching&posSpecialty=Early%20Childhood

This morning representatives from Sac City Hometown Pride adjusted their schedules to greet our students for High Five Friday. Thank you for taking time to do this and the work you do for our community!!!

The East Sac County production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is TONIGHT and SATURDAY NIGHT at 7:00 PM on the HS stage. We hope to see you there! There will be candy bags available for purchase.

East Sac County will have a 2 hour Late Start today (3/22/24) due to the weather. No AM Preschool, No AM Activities.

Congratulations to Ashley Vaca & Jayden Carnine!! Both received awards at the 2024 Twin Lakes Conference Art Competition!!! Ashley received a 2nd place ribbon in the Drawing (Chromatic) category for her artwork titled “Chilling”. Jayden received a 2nd place ribbon in the Sculpture & 3D Mixed Media category for her artwork titled “Angel Numbers (333)”. East Sac County was represented by 14 students, with 11 works of art entered. Nine schools competed in this year’s contest. Over 100 works of art were entered. Students spent the day viewing peer works of art, attending Art workshops and sharing stories & experiences during the lunch provided by ICCC. Students (& teachers) enjoyed the day filled with all things ART!!!

Our 3rd Graders are working on measuring objects to the nearest 1/2 and 1/4 of an inch. Not only are learning an important life skill, they are learning a practical use for fractions!!!

Last week our 4th-6th grade students reached their 3rd quarter PBIS goal by following Raider PRIDE expectations! Students earn tickets in their classroom by following expectations; once their classroom jar is full, those tickets go into a school wide jar in the lunchroom. When the lunchroom jar is full, all students get to participate in an activity. This quarter, students went to the gym to participate in a Rock, Paper, Scissors Showdown, complete the Hula Hoop Link pass, and see just how long they could hula! Everyone had a lot of fun cheering on their classmates!!!