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One student from each grade K-12 had the honor of breaking ground for the new Spring Valley School District track facility at a ceremony Friday, April 24.

‘Our kids deserve this facility’: SV breaks ground on track project

The Spring Valley School District welcomed community members and students to the track and field groundbreaking April 24, a large portion of the approved 2025 referendum projects. “Our kids … more

By Andrew Harrington | 4/29/26

$Undergraduate math students from around Wisconsin participate in the “Math Face-Off!” competition Friday, April 10, during the Mathematical Association of America-Wisconsin Section spring meeting held at UW-River Falls. The weekend event included presentations by faculty, staff, students and guest speakers.$

UWRF hosts 93rd annual Mathematical Association of America-Wisconsin Sectional meeting

RIVER FALLS — The University of Wisconsin-River Falls hosted the 93rd annual Mathematical Association of America-Wisconsin Sectional Meeting April 10 and 11. The event … more

4/22/26

Students work in the chemistry lab in the new Science and Technology Innovation Center (SciTech) at UW-River Falls. The university’s annual Giving Days fundraising campaign runs April 23-24, supporting academics, athletics and emergency assistance.

UW-River Falls announces Giving Days April 23-24

RIVER FALLS — The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will host its annual Giving Days fundraiser April 23 and 24, inviting alums, friends and community members to … more

4/22/26

The Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for April 22 is PHS senior Cayden Riley.

Prescott Community Club Student of the Week: Cayden Riley

The Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for April 22 is Prescott High School senior Cayden Riley, nominated by band teacher Jason Canfield. “Cayden has been involved in Garage Band all … more

4/22/26

Eight-man football decision roadmap laid out

ELMWOOD — Eight-man football was back on the agenda for both the Elmwood and Plum City school boards on Monday night, as the timeline was laid out for community input, a board recommendation and a … more

By Andrew Harrington | 4/22/26

Elmwood MS/HS names 3rd Quarter Honor Roll recipients

Elmwood Middle/High School is pleased to announce the students whose grades landed them on the third quarter honor roll for the 2025-26 school years. Congratulations! Principal’s Honor Roll … more

4/22/26

Prescott R5 Manufacturing students raised $5,425 at their open house fundraiser, which is split 50/50 between the students and the program. Their craftsmanship is visible throughout the space, from the walls to the tables and floors, reflecting their professionalism, care, and pride.

PSD explores adding virtual online academy

PRESCOTT – At the April 15 Prescott School Board meeting, High School Principal Josh Fiege presented on his work exploring the possibility of a virtual charter school option coming to Prescott. … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 4/22/26

Fully grown lettuce from the River Falls High School indoor hydroponic growing towers.

Agriculture students continue pushing to new heights through school farm

The River Falls school farm has provided a hands-on learning opportunity that most schools cannot provide, and those lessons have been taught alongside a focus on sustainable practices in the field. … more

By Andrew Harrington | 4/22/26

UW-River Falls art major Flynn Lenzen sets up artwork for the 2026 Bachelor of Fine Arts candidates art exhibition. Seven senior BFA candidates will display their artwork April 13 to May 1 in Kleinpell Fine Arts Gallery 101, 420 E. Cascade Ave., River Falls.

Exhibition features work of UW-River Falls BFA candidates April 13-May 1

RIVER FALLS — Senior BFA candidates at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls will showcase their Bachelor of Fine Arts exhibitions April 13 to … more

4/16/26

UWRF building up job interview systems through increased face-to-face, AI opportunities

The University of Wisconsin River Falls Career Services team has long been tasked with preparing students for the job interview process. Through a trio of artificial intelligence tools and increased … more

By Andrew Harrington | 4/16/26

Amy Clark, Ph.D., Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at UW-River Falls.

UWRF names Amy Clark Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

RIVER FALLS — The University of Wisconsin-River Falls has named Amy Clark, Ph.D., Provost and Vice Chancellor … more

4/16/26

Payge Haupt is the Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for April 15, 2026.

Prescott Community Club Student of the Week: Payge Haupt

The Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for April 15 is Prescott High School junior Payge Haupt, nominated by social studies teacher Rob Glazebrook. “Payge has demonstrated excellent … more

4/16/26

Senior Gathering Place activities: April 15-23, 2026

PRESCOTT – Welcome Spring! Buds on the tulips, warmer temps and the grass turning green. Of course, that also means we will soon be mowing lawns and planting, but I would rather be … more

4/16/26

Prescott High School juniors (from left) Lilly Hillebrand, Payge Haupt, Brooklyn Macheska spoke about their Lac du Flambeau experiences at the Wisconsin Indian Education Conference.

Prescott students present at state education conference

“It’s really difficult to put into words the impact those four days had on me and to have an opportunity to share those experiences with others was incredible,” said Prescott High School junior … more

4/16/26

St. Francis annual gala, Fiesta Loca, will be held Saturday, April 18.

¡Viva la Fiesta! St. Francis Gala supports a great cause

ELLSWORTH – Nurturing hearts, inspiring minds, and embracing faith—this is the mission that has guided St. Francis School, a proud pillar of Catholic education in Ellsworth, for more than 78 … more

4/16/26

EMS Assistant Principal role reduced to Dean of Students

ELLSWORTH — The Ellsworth Community School District Board approved a pair of job descriptions during the April 8 meeting, one of which was a reduction in the middle school assistant principal role … more

By Andrew Harrington | 4/16/26

Plum City HS recognizes 3rd quarter honor roll

Plum City High School is pleased to announce the students named to the third quarter honor roll for the 2025-26 school year. Congratulations and keep up the great work! A Honor Roll … more

4/15/26

Plum City School District currently has 45 middle school students and 24 high school students in band or choir.

Fundraiser supports your back AND Plum City students

PLUM CITY - If you or someone you know is in the market for a new mattress, now is the perfect time. Plum City Music is excited to announce it will host a one-day mattress fundraiser from 10 a.m. to … more

4/15/26

Harvey Fiedler is the Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for April 8.

Prescott Community Club Student of the Week: Harvey Fiedler

The Prescott Community Club Student of the Week for April 8 is Prescott High School junior Harvey Fiedler, who was nominated by tech education teacher Logan Figueroa. “Harvey is a person who … more

4/8/26

Ave Maria Academy middle school students were at hand serving appetizers and helping with the live auction at the annual gala at Molly’s on Main.

Ave Maria supporters foray into the Wild West

PLUM CITY – Folks wrangled up a mighty fine time at Ave Maria Academy’s 2026 Wild West Gala held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Molly’s on Main in Plum City. As with any round-up, guests … more

4/8/26