Editorial: School opens; time to review safety procedures
The River Falls School District resumed classes Wednesday, Sept. 1, and it means a time of adjustment — not only for students and parents but all citizens.
RELATED CONTENTGet to know Westside’s new principal
Phil Pfuehler photo Rita Humbert brings three decades’ worth of teaching and administrative experience as she quickly assumes the role of Westside Elementary School acting principal. She was born and raised in Altoona.
RELATED CONTENTRF School District gears up for referendum
At its Sept. 20 regular meeting, the school board will take up the topic of a levy referendum, possibly for spring, that basically makes upgrades and improvements for all the local public schools so they remain functional for 30-40 years.
RELATED CONTENTLiteracy Day event at the library Sept. 8
Wisconsin Literacy and its member agencies kick off the annual 1200 Tutors in 12 Weeks campaign on International Literacy Day, Wednesday, Sept. 8. Sponsored by Verizon and Alliant Energy Foundation, the campaign aims to recruit and train 1,200 new volunteer literacy tutors across the state.
RELATED CONTENTVolunteers needed for therapeutic riding
Walk On Therapeutic Riding is in need of volunteers for side walkers and horse leaders.
RELATED CONTENTScholarship recipients
Each year members of the River Falls United Methodist Church give money for scholarships for United Methodist Church members. The students selected by this year’s scholarship committee are, from left, in front: Jill Veith, Clarice Baumgartner, Maggie Brion, Ben Helmrick and Hanna Danke. Back row: Lance Westberg, Rachel Brion, Matt Wolf, Kari Wolf and Lindsie Freeborn. Missing from the photo are: Alison Gresbach, Catherine MacBride, Kevin Mogen and Katie Ness.
RELATED CONTENTTime for a new school year with changes, additions, planning and more
Welcome to the 2010-11 school year!
RELATED CONTENTPaying it forward
Members of the River Falls Blue U12 girls’ fastpitch Softball Team “stepped up to the plate” in June by volunteering time to educate the community about the Kinnickinnic Backpack Program.
RELATED CONTENTChapin grows into principal’s role
Phil Pfuehler photo Mark Chapin has a big year ahead as the school’s acting principal. He graduated from the same building in 1990 when it was the high school.
RELATED CONTENTCommunity works together on school supply drive
As parents prepare their young ones for returning to school, most probably wish they had access to a money tree. Even before the painful economic recession, people struggled to afford all the items on their school-supply lists.
RELATED CONTENTWhat’s new at school?
With a new school year starting again in a matter of weeks, a handful of principals let students and parents know what they can expect and look forward to this fall that’s different from past years.
RELATED CONTENTFind out which bus will be stopping by your house
School starts Wednesday, Sept. 1, and those big yellow buses will be back on the road transporting middle and high school students. Please note that all public and private elementary parents will be responsible for transporting their students on the first day only, Sept. 1.
RELATED CONTENTCareer Fair exhibitors sought 
UW-River Falls is seeking employer participation for its 19th annual Career Fair set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, in the University Center on campus.
RELATED CONTENTDiscussion confronts bullying
A group of seven sponsors arranged to bring a special presenter 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25, to the public library (downstairs) for a free talk called: “Who’s the Target? The broad impact of bullying and action steps for communities and schools.”
RELATED CONTENT'Moola for Milk' campaign begins
Due to the increased need for food assistance in St. Croix and Pierce counties, the total value of milk coupons distributed has tripled to more than $40,000 over the past year.
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