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Did your grandparents come from the “old country?” Were they immigrants, refugees, or asylum seekers? Was their entry into the United States the same or different from the experiences of … more

9/28/23

Prescott Schools budget is a ‘gut check’

For the first time in nine years, the Prescott School District will present an unbalanced budget to electors at the annual meeting and budget hearing, scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 in the … more

By John McLoone | 9/28/23

Prescott Kiwanis Student of the Week: Kianna Severson

The Prescott Kiwanis Student of the Week for Sept. 13 was Prescott High School senior Kianna Severson, nominated by English teacher Tracey Budworth. “Kianna is a strong student who is … more

9/21/23

The Ellsworth High School addition would provide a fitness center and classroom and expanded tech ed/career areas. A small number of parking spaces would be lost south of the school, but more added to the west.

Facilities survey coming to ECSD mailboxes soon

ELLSWORTH – The way public school funding in Wisconsin is structured doesn’t allow districts to take on multi-million-dollar maintenance and building projects without going to the … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 9/21/23

All three of the colleges at UW-River Falls have a new dean this academic year. From left, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Wesley Kisting; Dean of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) Michael Orth; and Dean of the College of Education, Business and Allied Health (CEBAH) Muhammad Chishty.

Joining forces: Three new deans start school year together at UWRF

RIVER FALLS – As a new academic year begins, all three colleges at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls have a new dean, a rarity that those leaders see as an opportunity to create … more

9/14/23

Prescott Kiwanis Student of the Week: Will Markert

The Prescott Kiwanis Student of the Week for Sept. 6 was Prescott High School junior William Markert, who was nominated by PHS staff. Markert was nominated by PHS staff to be a WILS … more

9/14/23

Plum City schools say hello to new faces

Plum City School District welcomed these eight new staff members for the 2023-24 school year. Kim Bechel Position: Childcare Coordinator Hometown: I have called Plum City my hometown … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 9/14/23

Elmwood celebrates new school staff

The following people were hired at Elmwood School District for the 2022-2023 school year. Hailey Baier Position: Agriscience/middle school science teacher Hometown: Mondovi … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 9/14/23

Ellsworth SB raises lower level officials’ pay

ELLSWORTH – The Ellsworth School Board voted at its Sept. 11 meeting to raise pay for event workers and game officials in hopes of retaining and recruiting those who make games happen for … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 9/14/23

St. Joseph Parish School welcomes new staff

St. Joseph Parish School in Prescott has welcomed three new teachers this school year. Amy Foy Position: Fourth grade co-teacher with Ms. Bauer Family: I am married to Erroll, we have … more

9/7/23

New staff start at Prescott School District

Prescott School District welcomed the following new staff members for the 2023-24. Prescott Kiwanis treated them to a special luncheon on Tuesday, Aug. 15. Kaitlyn Bentz Position: Second … more

9/7/23

What does an Extension family educator do?

Parenting can be really tough and sometimes families could use a little extra help. Many people don’t realize the resources available right here in Pierce County through University of Wisconsin … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 9/7/23

Several new teachers become RF Wildcats

River Falls School District welcomes the following staff members for a successful 2023-24 school year. Madison Bosshart Hometown: Spring Valley Position: Second grade teacher, … more

8/31/23

Parents will get more say on book/material review committee

RIVER FALLS – At the Aug. 21 meeting, the bo passed a revised policy which allows for more parent participation in handling public complaints about instructional/library media center materials … more

By Sarah Nigbor | 8/31/23

Artist Moz Rude, a May UWRF graduate, paints a base layer Tuesday at the intersection of Main and Division streets in River Falls in a collaborative street painting project in partnership with the City of River Falls. The project is designed to make the busy intersection safer and more attractive.

UWRF graduate oversees collaborative art project

RIVER FALLS – During their time as an art student at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Moz Rude drove past the intersection of Main and Division streets in River Falls each school day on … more

8/31/23

Prescott schools consider lease to mental health day treatment service

PRESCOTT – The Prescott School Board will vote at its September meeting on a proposal to lease space in its Intermediate School to Northwest Journey, which operates mental health day treatment … more

By John McLoone | 8/31/23

PHS Principal Fiege receives WMEA Award

PRESCOTT – Prescott High School Principal Josh Fiege was selected as the recipient of the 2023 Wisconsin Music Educators Association (WMEA) Distinguished Administrator Award. In 1991, WMEA … more

8/31/23

St. Francis sees four new staff for 2023-24 year

St. Francis School in Ellsworth is pleased to welcome the following new staff members to its team, led by Administrator Mark Matzek. Back to School Night was held Aug. 24. Melanie Anderson … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 8/24/23

Staff members new to the Ellsworth Community School District participated in orientation Thursday, Aug. 17.

Ellsworth schools see many new staff this year

Ellsworth Community School District will welcome multiple new staff members who are ready to jump into the 2023-24 school year. From music to math, meet your new Panther educators. Jared Blaeser … more

Pierce County Journal newsroom | 8/24/23

Prescott school buildings will be ready for start of school year

PRESCOTT – The flurry of building activity at Prescott School District facilities is winding down with students getting ready to return to the classroom for the 2023-24 school year. The … more

By John McLoone | 8/24/23