Middle School Teacher Susan Swaer Lands Prestigious Fulbright Grant

The 12-year teaching veteran will teach abroad in Tala, Mexico for the 2012-13 school year as part of a teacher exchange program.

Greenfield High School Class of 2012 Graduates

Valedictorian Ryan Manzuk tells class to, "Take a risk because it could lead to something amazing."

Glenwood Elementary Staff Become 'McTeachers' for Fundraiser

Several faculty members helped raise money for the school at McDonald's on 76th Street and Oklahoma Avenue in West Allis on June 4.

Michelle Garner Makes Clearing Hurdles Look Easy

The Greenfield High School senior is believed to be the school's only three-time state champion in any sport after winning the 300-meter hurdles at the state track meet Saturday.

Whitnall Commencement Ceremony Highlights Class Achievements

Senior class president Darcy McGlinn recounted her class’s journey from kindergarten to senior year and said, 'the choices we’ve made add up to where we’ll end up.'

Recently Graduated Senior Lauren Engel Enjoyed Multiple Successes

Lauren Engel accumulated a 4.46 GPA, was a successful athlete in both swimming, skiing and snowboarding and ran the student newspaper before graduating Sunday.

Photo Gallery: Whitnall's 2012 Seniors Graduate in Style

The Whitnall High School 2012 graduating class of 219 students celebrated at their commencement ceremony Sunday afternoon in the school's gymnasium.

Michelle Garner Claims Third Straight State Track Title

The Greenfield High School senior claimed the top spot in the 300-meter hurdles Saturday.

Elm Dale School Principal Leaving District

In a note to parents, Toetz said she has "take another position closer to my family." Toetz, a Delafield resident, will be the principal at Cushing Elementary in Wales according to local news source.

Michelle Garner’s Quest for Three Straight Hurdle Championships Moves Forward

Whitnall's Meredith Heller and Greg Stribling also qualified for the state meet to be held June 1-2 in La Crosse.

Photos: Greenfield Baseball Team Loses Season Opener to Whitefish Bay

Whitefish Bay scored five runs in the last inning to edge the host Hustlin' Hawks, 15-12, in the first game of the season Wednesday night.

Looking for a Summer Read? Try This Ebook by Whitnall High School's Jake Lepper

Senior Jake Lepper, 17, published his first book — The Protector — making it available in the Kindle Store on Amazon.com. And at $1.50, it's a bargain! The author took a few minutes to answer some questions from Patch.

Photos: Annual Caterpillar Crawl (Human) Sundae Ceremony

Catrina Grosz, a teacher at Glenwood Elementary School, treated the school's students to a unique experience Friday.

Names in the News: Whitnall's Stephanie Breunig

The Whitnall senior scored a perfect 36 on her ACT, one of just 162 students around the world to do so.

Post Your Prom Picks on Patch

Prom is a special night for students, parents and faculty alike. Greenfield and Whitnall high schools both have their prom Saturday, May 19, and we want you to share your photos with Patch.

How to Post Your Free Graduation Announcement on Greenfield Patch

Use our free announcement service to share the good news about your graduate.

Dozens of Greenfield Students Graduate from UWM, UWGB

Commencement ceremonies at both universities were May 12, 2012.

Mexican Culture on Display at Whitnall High School

The event was put on by the Hales Corners Elementary Artists and Residence program and featured a performance by Ballet Folkdorico Mexico de Los Hermanos Avila.

Whitnall Fundraiser for Allyssa Olson a Success

The school's student senate raised $1,600 by Friday morning for classmate Allyssa Olson, whose mother and brother were killed in separate car accidents in West Allis last month.

West Allis Fatal Car Accidents Hit Close to Home at Whitnall High School

The school is holding a fundraiser for junior Allyssa Olson, whose mother and brother were killed in separate accidents April 29. Students can pay $2 to wear a hat during the school day, a tribute to Olson's late brother.

Whitnall Could be Heard Loud, Clear Through New Sound System

Athletic Director Rick Elertson said the high school gym's sound system needs to be replaced and he hopes to have a new one by the school's June 3 commencement ceremony.

Whitnall Calendar Saga Comes to Conclusion

The School Board unanimously passed an amendment put forth by Board member TJ Anderson that incorporates early release and late start times for the three school levels.

Unlikely 'Yes' Vote Sways Billboard Decision in Whitnall's Favor

Alderperson Karl Kastner cast one of three votes in favor of waiving the city's sign code and paving the way for Clear Channel Outdoor to erect a billboard along I-43.

Glenwood Elementary Students Celebrated Earth Week in Big Way

The students and faculty at Glenwood Elementary School did their share during Earth Week with a variety of activities geared toward going green.

Whitnall Wants 'OK' to Erect Interstate Billboard

The billboard would generate at least $72,000 a year, but needs a sign code waiver from the City of Greenfield before it can be installed.

Greenfield Resident Part of UW Chamber Orchestra's Free Concert Thursday

For free tickets to the concert, contact the box office at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts at (262) 781-9520.

Whitnall's Proposed Health Insurance Plan Would Result in Higher Co-Pays

Changes to the current plan would save the district $36,000, as opposed to costing the district $300,000 more in 2012-13.

Whitnall Calendar Decision Causes More Confusion

When an amendment died for lack of support Monday, it put back in play changes made by the Whitnall School Board in January. That decision was met with opposition from several parents.

High School Principal Suggests Altering School's Schedule

Times of classes, lunch times and homeroom periods may be adjusted to provide additional support time.

School Board Swearing-In Ceremonies Monday

Three new Greenfield School Board members and two Whitnall School Board members will take their oaths of office at meetings Monday evening.

Whitnall Teacher Pushes Students Beyond Classroom

Laura Cerletty, a science teacher at Whitnall High School, worked closely with a software and technology company in Oregon to create an anatomy lab designed for high school students.

Letter to the Editor: from School Board Member Rick Moze

Moze, the only incumbent running for re-election in this month's Greenfield School Board race, lost his seat when he finished fourth behind Russ Spahn, Cathy Walsh and Len Cich.

Top Finishers in School Board Race Looking Forward to New Challenges

Russ Spahn, Cathy Walsh and Len Cich earned enough votes Tuesday, April 3, to claim the three available Greenfield School Board seats.

Spahn, Walsh, Cich Unoffically Claim School Board Seats

Russ Spahn, the city's former fire chief, pulled out a narrow victory over longtime board member Cathy Walsh, with Len Cich coming in third.

Updated: Valaitis, Brunette Finish 1-2 in Whitnall Board Race

Eileen Valaitis of Hales Corners and Quin Brunette of Greenfield unofficially won by convincing margins to grab the two available seats in Tuesday's election.

Greenfield Election Preview: Voter ID, Where To Vote, Candidate Info

City, county and national races make for a full ballot on Tuesday; be informed before you head out and cast your ballot.

Last Chance: Good Friday Daycare

If you're in need for a daycare option for your school-aged children Friday, the YMCA has got just the deal for you.

Special Night at Glenwood Elementary School

We want to see your photos from the school's Arts and Science Night!

Whitnall Board Candidates Square off Before Election

The candidates discussed myriad topics days in advance of the April 3 election, including the 2012-13 calendar concerns and the district's communications.

District's Teacher Academy set to Launch this Summer

The Greenfield School District has developed its own, week-long professional learning program for its staff and employees of other districts.