Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Holy Angels to Host Open for Prospective Students Nov. 6

The event is for students in eighth-grade or younger.

Nomination Period for 2014 Teacher of the Year Opens Oct. 1

The nomination period will remain open until Nov. 15, 2013.

Say Why You'd Like to Be Mayor for a Day: $100 Prizes

Elementary students ages 7–12 are invited to write essays in a contest to mark the League of Minnesota Cities' 100th anniversary.

Richfield Homecoming's Crowning Moment ... Times Two

See simultaneous photos of a rare event at Richfield High School's Homecoming 2013.

2 Homecoming Queens at RHS: Dominique Hammonds and Onix Santamaria

Easy After-School Snack Ideas

Convincing kids to skip classic calorie-laden snacks is simple if you’ve got delicious, homemade alternatives on hand.

Which Minnesota Schools Will Get a Farm to School Grant?

Applications are being accepted by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture through Nov. 1 for schools to apply for the grant funding.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

No Richfield School Board Candidates From City's Northern, Western Sections

Six of seven candidates reside south of 66th and east of I-35W.

MN's Head of Ed: 'What Great Kids & Amazing Staff!' in Richfield

Minnesota Commissioner of Education Brenda Cassellius visited Centennial Elementary on the first day of school.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Your School News on Richfield Patch

Spread the word about your school on Richfield Patch.

MN Education Commissioner in Richfield Tuesday for First Day of School

Brenda Cassellius chose to visit Centennial Elementary School to mark the start of the 2013–14 school year.

Richfield High School Prepares for Free Theater

Catch a performance of Rumpelstiltskin on Sept. 5, 6, or 7.

Candidates for Richfield’s School Board Race Finalized

Seven candidates will compete for three open seats.

Should Students Recite the Pledge of Allegiance?

Find out how Richfield Patch readers responded when we asked that question.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Shopping for Back-to-School Supplies? Save your receipts!

Minnesota has two tax programs that offset the cost of school supplies.

Where You Can Donate School Supplies to VEAP

Bloomington-based VEAP serves people in the Richfield, Bloomington, Edina and South Minneapolis communities.

Is Your Family Ready for School to Start?

What traditions do you have when it comes to preparing for the first day of school?

Richfield Students Get Early Practice With "Bandy"

Bandy is a predecessor to modern ice hockey.

To Boost Attendance, Board Eliminates Sporting Event Admission Fees for Students

The Richfield School Board approved the measure at its July 15 meeting as a one-year trial.

UNITED WAY’S BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN

UNITED WAY’S BACK TO SCHOOL CAMPAIGN

School Board Members Undecided About Election

Filing period opens in less than a week.

Richfield S.T.E.M. PTO Unveils New Playground

The parent committee raised $250,000 to replace the old playground with a new, safer equipment.

Richfield Dual Language School Graduates Head to Costa Rica

The first RDLS graduating class made the trip June 13-20.

Richfield High's Choir Sings 'Somewhere Only We Know' at 2013 Graduation

The Class of 2013 celebrated its graduation on June 10.

Presenting the Richfield High School Class of 2013

Commencement was at 6 p.m. Monday.

Cheerleader Prostitution, Groundbreaking and New Restaurants: Pick of Our Patches

This week’s compilation includes a crazy criminal case and several new places to eat.

Pioneer Press: From Homelessness to College via Richfield High School

Rika Shabazz will attend prestigious Williams College, St. Paul Pioneer Press columnist Reuben Rosario reported.

On Graduation Day, 'Goals Have Been Met' for Dual Language Students

The first class of fifth-graders will graduate from Richfield Dual Language School Friday.

En el Día de Graduación, 'Las Metas Trazadas Hace 6 Años Las Logramos Obtener'

The first class of fifth-graders will graduate from Richfield Dual Language School Friday.

Richfield to Graduate First Class from Dual Language School

A ceremony will take place June 7.

Richfield High's Class of 2013 Graduates June 10

A commencement ceremony will be held next Monday.

StarTribune: High School Sports Finances Determine Winners, Losers

How Do You Keep Kids' Brains Sharp Over Summer Vacation?

See what a local teacher suggests and share your own tips in the comments section below.

Richfield Natives Graduate College, Score Academic Honors

Students reach success in college.