Four Menomonee Falls Wrestlers at WIAA Individual State Meet

Four athletes from Menomonee Falls High School made it through last week's sectionals.

Falls District Might Have a $2.4 Million Deficit

The Menomonee Falls school district might need to consider layoff or salary reductions to balance the 2013-14 budget.

Falls Student CEOs Compete in JA Business Challenge

Nearly 100 students competed at Briggs & Stratton Corp. Thursday in the Junior Achievement Business Challenge. Check out some of the team photos!

Menomonee Falls Students Participating in Risk Behavior Survey

The survey will ask 6-12 grade students about sexual behavior, tobacco use, alcohol and other drug use, dietary behavior and physical activity.

Falls Students Earn Top Honors in Prestigious Art Competition

In all, 23 students from Menomonee Falls earned awards in the state's top art competition. Their work is on display at the Milwaukee Art Museum until March 17.

District Hires New Principal at Ben Franklin

Cassie Martin served as principal at Barton Elementary School in West Bend prior to joining the district.

Falls Schools February Lunch Menus

Wondering what is being offered for your kids at Menomonee Falls Schools? Here are the lunch menus!

Support Still Split for Weekly Early Release Next School Year, Survey Shows

According to feedback from a survey sent out to nearly 3,000 parents, parents are still on the fence about the most controversial component of a schedule proposal for 2013-14.

Resident Students Account for Most Infractions at MFHS

Internal data from the district indicates, white, male resident students represent the majority of infractions. However, the roughly 12 percent of the student body who are not residents accounted for 30 percent of suspensions this year.

Indians, Huskies Wrestle For Conference Dual Meet Title [Video]

See highlights from Thursday's meet at Falls, featuring two teams unbeaten in the conference to that point.

Are Falls Schools Getting More Violent?

A recent fight involving six individuals — two of whom weren't students at the high school — has left some parents concerned that violence is growing in Falls schools.

6 Arrested at MFHS Following Fight Thursday

Police say two people who were not students were allowed into the school by students; four students were involved in the fight, according to CBS 58.

University of Alabama Football Credits Championship to St. Mary's Prayers

St. Mary's Catholic school girls volleyball team corresponded with Crimson Tide coaches. Since last fall the two teams were cheering each other on.

Falls May Add 42 Seats Through Open Enrollment

Menomonee Falls School District leaders will add 42 seats through open enrollment, but have opted to close the door on Chapter 220 seats.

School Board Will Continue One Member Short

The School Board opted not to appoint a temporary position to fill Lori Blodorn's vacated seat. Blodorn accepted the human resources manager position with the district, which she began in January.

Pops Concert at MFHS Thursday

The main attraction this year will be the performance of the musical score of a 20-minute Charlie Chaplin silent film, The Adventurer

Falls Teacher Earns National Certification

Karen Richie earned certification through the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, which is one of the highest credential available for educators.

3 Falls Students Nominated to U.S. Service Academies

Nominees for the United States Service Academies were chosen from a group of applicants residing throughout Wisconsin’s 5th Congressional District

Dairy Factory's Closure Not Impacting Falls Schools

Golden Guernsey in Waukesha closed without warning on Saturday, raising concern about the ability of school districts to obtain milk for students.

Ben Franklin Elementary Principal Resigns

Bil Zahn, a retired elementary school teacher from Elmbrook School District, will serve as the interim principal at the school.

How Safe Are Area Schools?

Patch surveyed Milwaukee-area school districts about security measures in place at their schools See how Menomonee Falls compares with other districts.

Students Get 'Jiggy' With It

Pardon the long expired phrase from a popular, late-nineties Will Smith album. However, students enjoyed a night of dancing at the Menomonee Falls Community Center.

Patch’s Most Read: A Contentious 2012 School Board Election Tops Education

A contentious School Board race and some misconduct made the top five most-read school and education stories in 2012 on Menomonee Falls Patch.

Rumors of a School Shooting Circulate at Falls, Area Districts

A rumor of a school shooting on Friday, which has been deemed an unsubstantiated threat, has created unease among parents and students in the wake of Friday's tragedy.

Community Memorial Offering Health Care Scholarships

The deadline for submitting an application is March 1. Complete details and the application are available online.

Racial Diversity Rising in Falls Schools

As a result of an increasing racial balance, the district will not open more seats in the district through the Chapter 220 program.

Falls Parents Open to School Schedule Changes

A group of roughly 20 parents left a roundtable discussion feeling more comfortable about a schedule proposal that includes an early release every Wednesday at all schools.

Young MFHS Entrepreneurs Pitch Profitable Products

Students in an entrepreneurship class at Menomonee Falls High School are in a competition to see who can generate the most profit from their unique products.

School District Seeking Feeback on Proposed Schedule Changes

The school district is hosting a roundtable discussion to get feedback from residents on the proposed modifications to the school schedule.

2 MFHS Coaches Resign Following Alcohol-related Misconduct

Girls cross country coaches Paul Schramka and Lyn Deiss resigned after they were placed on leave for consuming alcohol during a cross country meet in October.

How Much Do School Administrators Make?

Local administrator salaries are in line with other county districts. Use our interactive database to see which school administrators are the highest and lowest paid throughout the state of Wisconsin.

The Story Behind Falls' Burgundy and Gray

It's hard not to notice the the official colors of Menomonee Falls, burgundy and gray, all over the village. But what do those colors mean?

Act 10 Saves School District More than $2.5 Million in Benefit Costs

New report says the Menomonee Falls School District has seen a big reduction in pension and health care costs because of changes in state's collective bargaining law.

Student Leaders Showcased at School Board Meeting

Riverside Elementary student addresses board

Menomonee Falls Native Succeeds at Ball State

Catie Fredrich given player of the week honors

School District Employees Disciplined for Drinking During Sports Event

There is very little information available right now, but two employees were placed on administrative leave while the district investigates the incident, which occurred at a cross country meet Oct. 18.

Dylan Smith's Love For Life Inspired Community

Dylan Smith, 13, passed away Saturday after winning a long battle with muscular dystrophy. Although the disease hampered his physical abilities, it did nothing to hamper his love for life, gentle heart, and his ability to inspire others.

Falls Schools Exceed Expectations in First Set of Report Cards

Every school in the district exceed expectations in the state's first series of report cards.

Bright Idea Could Save District $23K Annually at North

The district's Finance Committee found a new way to fund a $200,000 lighting project at North Middle School. The project will save the district energy costs in the long run.

School District Saves Big Bucks By Sticking With Humana

In move that could net $600,000 in savings the School Board agrees to stick with Humana as it moves toward a self-funded health insurance for staff. They later met in closed session to discuss the specific plan to take to a vote Oct. 22.