Parents are invited to attend Get Connected parent sessions in November where they can network with other parents while learning about positive parenting. The sessions for parents whose students are in grades 4K-5 are Nov. 9 and 16. Karin Beal, a behavior management specialist at Roger’s Memorial Hospital and Child-Adolescent Intake Center, will talk about […]
NHS to install new members at fall ceremony
Hamilton High School’s newest members of the National Honor Society will be inducted in a formal ceremony Nov. 9 beginning at 7 p.m. The induction ceremony will be in the Hamilton Fine Arts Center, W220 N6151 Town Line Road, Sussex. […]
Questions answered at financial aid session
People who have questions about postsecondary financial aid are encouraged to attend the annual financial aid information session Dec. 8 hosted by the Hamilton High School Guidance Department. The workshop, which begins at 7 p.m., will be held in the high school Little Theater. Many aspects of financial aid — including application procedures, forms, eligibility, […]
Hamilton announces September students of the month
Hamilton High School students representing 11 curriculum areas were selected students of the month for September. They are: Desiree Brown, music; Megan Wagner, family & consumer education; Nicole Mikolajczak, communication arts; Michael Cochrane and Marita Peterson, social studies; Michael Alfano, mathematics; Lindsay Kossow, fitness education; Daniel Gellendin, applied engineering and technology; Bouafue Thao, art; Joshua […]
High school sponsors teen lock-in
Hamilton High School’s Club Unique will host the “Voices United” lock-in beginning at 4 p.m. Nov. 4 and ending at noon Nov. 5. The lock-in is an activity open to area high school students interested in learning about and discussing diversity issues. A variety of icebreaker and social activities are planned, along with facilitated sessions […]
Schools reach out with hurricane relief
Hamilton School District students, families and staff members reached out beyond their local communities to provide relief for victims of recent hurricanes. Through a variety of fund-raisers and drives, nearly $5,000 in cash and supplies was contributed to organizations helping those devastated by hurricanes that hit in September. Maple Avenue Elementary School families contributed supplies […]
Senior citizens invited to help celebrate American Education Week at Nov. 16 reception
Area senior citizens are invited to Hamilton High School Nov. 16 for a special event planned just for them. In celebration of American Education Week Nov. 14-18, Hamilton High School students and staff are planning a reception that will be from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The event will kick off in the Hamilton Fine […]
Willow Springs sponsors Nov. 9 shopping extravaganza
The Willow Springs Parent Group is pleased to present its sixth annual “Shop ‘Til You Drop” night. Community members will have the opportunity to shop from more than 30 vendors Nov. 9 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Willow Springs Learning Center gym. In addition, a raffle with many items donated by vendors […]
4-year-old kindergartners participate in Harvest Fest
Students in the Hamilton School District’s 4-year-old kindergarten program will celebrate fall as they participate in hands-on experiences with nature Oct. 21 at Harvest Fest. School staff members and families are working together to plan this event that will culminate the students’ study of the changing seasons. The event is sponsored by Willow Springs Learning […]
Lannon kicks off Red Ribbon Week with illusionist
Lannon Elementary School students will kick off Red Ribbon Week Oct. 24 with a dynamic presentation by illusionist Pat O’Hearn. Doves, rabbits, comedy, illusions and audience participation will be part of O’Hearn’s “Magic with a Message” show. Two shows will be presented: Students in grades 3-5 will learn about making good choices, the influence of […]