Students Honored for Doing the Right Thing

The Optimist Club of Menomonee Falls recently announced the winners of the John Weaver "Do the Right Thing Award."

District Hires New Principal, Assistant Principal at High School

Brookfield East Athletic and Activities Director Corey Golla has resigned to take a job as principal at Menomonee Falls High School, and Andy Farley will join as the assistant principal. Both are from Brookfield East.

A Real Friend of Education

Menomonee Falls M&I Bank receives one of 11 Business Friend of Education awards given out statewide.

District Issuing Laptops to Incoming Freshman Next Year

The high school tentatively plans to lease about 350 laptops for the incoming freshmen to use for more technology and research-based projects in their core classes. If the program is successful, administrators plan to expand it within three years.

Falls Business Team Posts Best Finish Ever

Menomonee Falls Junior Achievement team takes third in state competition. They competed against 25 other statewide high schools and 66 other students

What’s Cool Behind the School

Menomonee Falls Art Honor Society beautifies the MFHS courtyard. On the new and improved patio area now sits a few picnic tables, benches, trees and decorative mulch, all garnished with a several plants.

School Board Election Winners Noshay and Tadda Sworn In

School Board newbie Paul Tadda takes his seat on the board for the first time, while David Noshay returns to a familiar spot.

School District Layoff Picture Not as Bad as Expected

The total number of projected layoffs continue to fall as district administrators continue to develop the 2012-13 budget. Taxpayers can also anticipate a slight decrease in their school taxes as well.

Two School Leaders Promoted from Within

North teacher Ryan Anderson and Menomonee Falls High School Principal Gary Kiltz were both promoted to two new leadership positions in the school district.

Newly Elected Hamilton School Board Member Addresses Rumors

The election is over and Brian Schneider takes on the rumors about why he ran for office and his link to a taxpayers group, and — more importantly — what he plans to do next.

Putting the Human in Humanitarian

Menomonee Falls junior makes friends a world and millennium away.

The Dolphinettes Are In Synch

Dolphinettes build relationships, teamwork, and lung capacity. The team's annual show will run from Thursday through Saturday at the North Middle School pool.

Students' Artistic Creation Serves a Dual Purpose

Middle school students are partnering with the village to promote awareness about stormwater pollution. Their artistic creation is part of a growing partnership between the school and the village.

Practice Makes Employed

Falls businesses partnered with the high school to conduct mock interviews to prepare them for the future job market. Firm handshakes and a positive outlook were key to success.

School Board Candidates Square Off in First and Only Forum

The budget repair bill and controversial teachers contract created stark differences between the four School Board candidates running for two seats. School funding, contracts, and the budget were running themes throughout the 26-question forum.

North Hosts First Sportsmanship Seminar

Four exemplary athletes from Menomonee Falls High School presented real-world examples of sportsmanship to a captive audience of some 40 middle school students.

Falls Eighth-Grader Hopes to S-H-I-N-E at National Spelling Bee

Heloise Cheruvalath will represent Menomonee Falls and the state at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.

Readers' Choice: Momentum Early Learning Child Care Center Voted Best in The Area

You voted for the day care center that cares the best.

Falls Native Inducted to Prestigious Honor Society at Marquette University

James Gramz was inducted to Alpha Sigma Nu, which is an international Jesuit honor society.

High School's Team of Business Leaders an Emerging State Powerhouse

The FBLA program at Menomonee Falls High School is the largest in the state, and primed to become one of the most successful.

Falls School District Revises Schedule Proposal

The latest proposal would roll back start times by 10 minutes at the middle school and high school.

‘Empty Bowls’ to Feed the Hungry

Friday event sponsored by the MFHS National Art Honor Society will benefit the Menomonee Falls Area Food Pantry.

North Middle School Pool Reopened

Here's a look at how the schedule has been reworked in lieu of the closure.

Student Transported to Hospital After Thursday Bus Accident Back in School

A minor accident occurred Thursday morning after a car rear-ended a school bus.

North Middle School Pool Closed Until Sunday

Mechanical failure caused the pool to be shut down.

North Middle School Hires New Principal

Lynn Grimm has 21 years experience teaching middle school, and will replace Dr. Tabia Nicholas.

Students' T-shirt Campaign Expands Beyond North Middle School

A campaign to raise money for a disabled student has ramped up in the past week, and schools throughout southeastern Wisconsin are lending support.

GMC Athlete of the Month: Billy Holz, Menomonee Falls

The freshman is 27-3 at 113 pounds and ranked among the top 15 in the state.

Falls Students Earn Spot on Dean's List at Marquette

A total of 15 local students made the list for the fall 2011 semester.

Kindergarten Registration Begins February 2

Registration forms may be downloaded at the district’s website

Dr. Nicholas' Final Day At North Middle School Likely February 10

Nicholas announced she would resign from her position in December to pursue a position in the Waukesha School District

VIDEO: Falls vs. Hamilton, Border Basketball Wars

Three different views of this high school rivalry game.

Falls Boys Edge Plymouth, 55-52

Malone scores 19 points and Tokoto adds 18 in third straight win.

Falls Basketball Team Takes on the Next 'Big Dog'

Glenn Robinson III brings his Lake Central IN team to Milwaukee for clash against Menomonee Falls at JP Tokoto.

Falls Wrestling Team Third in Bracket at Holiday Invitational

Indians beat Menomonie in final dual match.

Girls Basketball Team Drops First Game; Tokoto Leads Boys to Win

Both teams playing on the road in holiday tournaments.

Two High School Teachers Receive Wisconsin Financial Literacy Award

Sara Burling and Sara Kiefer create of "Tax Day" program to teach students how to prepare income tax returns.

NMS Principal Nicholas Submits Her Resignation

Nicholas has been offered a position as the Director of Instruction at the School District of Waukesha, according to the district.

Three Candidates File Nomination Papers For School Board

Candidates must have their nomination papers in by 5 p.m. Jan. 3 to get on the ballot.

Falls School Board President Shurilla Won't Seek Re-election

Dave Noshay, who is also up for election, announced he will run again.