A record-breaking 54 Hamilton High School students – 46 who graduated in 2010 and eight current students – earned designation as an AP Scholar by the College Board in recognition of their exceptional achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement (AP) Program Exams. The numbers are double the results from the previous school year. The […]
Kindergarten students join for Carole Peterson concert
Hamilton School District’s five-year-old kindergarten classes from Lannon, Marcy, Maple Avenue and Woodside elementary schools will join with Willow Springs Learning Center four-year-old kindergartners Sept. 30 to enjoy a concert. “Macaroni Soup! Active Music for Kids” by Carole Peterson will be presented twice – beginning at 9:30 a.m. and again at 1:15 p.m. Willow […]
Willow Springs students to donate 1,200+ items to Sussex Food Pantry, principal works from roof
They may be young, but they understand the importance of providing a community service. As the first service project of the school year, Willow Springs Learning Center 4-year-old kindergartners will donate more than 1,200 food items to the Sussex Food Pantry. The food collection service project included a challenge from Willow Spring Principal Margee […]
PSAT offered Oct. 13 at Hamilton
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) will be given Oct. 13 from 7:20 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Hamilton High School. This voluntary test provides an opportunity for college-bound sophomores and juniors to experience and practice taking a shortened version of the SAT Reasoning Test. (The SAT may be used for the University […]
Hamilton named Government of Year
The Hamilton School District was recently named Government of the Year in the 15th Annual Waukesha County Executive Award program for contributing to the success of Waukesha County and its citizens. Waukesha County Executive Daniel P. Vrakas announced that Hamilton was chosen among many outstanding nominees because of the excellence it demonstrates as a successful […]
Families can apply for free, reduced lunches
The Hamilton School District announced its policy for children unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program, or milk served under the Special Milk Program. Each school office and the district office have copies of the policy for those who are interested. Household size […]
School Board, directors recognize Weier for years of service
The Hamilton School Board recognized Anita Weier at its regular meeting Aug. 16 for her years of service as the Hamilton Education Foundation (HEF) executive director. Weier recently resigned her position – one she took on after teaching at Hamilton High School for 40 years. Superintendent Kathleen Cooke, Ph.D., praised Weier for fulfilling the role […]
HABC encourages votes for Hamilton High School
The Hamilton Athletic Booster Club (HABC) is asking community members to support Hamilton High School by voting in the Kohl’s Cares $10 million Giveback Contest. HABC encourages people to go to www.facebook.com/kohls by Sept. 3 and vote for Hamilton High School. Kohl’s is donating $500,000 to each of the top 20 vote-getting schools. If Hamilton […]
Recruiting Realities open to Hamilton athletes, parents
Nationally recognized recruiting expert Jack Renkens will speak Sept. 7 with student-athletes and their parents at 7 p.m. in the Hamilton Fine Arts Center. Renkens’ organization, Recruiting Realities, is dedicated to exploding the myths and presenting the realities of athletic recruiting including NCAA rules and how to get matched with the best college. From his […]
Hamilton schools plan for start of classes
Hamilton School District students will begin classes Sept. 1. The district has compiled information to assist parents and students in preparation for the big day. Registration — People who are new to the district may register their children at the school they will attend. Call the individual schools to learn their office hours. School phone […]