2019 School Report Cards: Here's How RUSD Schools Fared

School report cards were released Tuesday by the State Department of Public Instruction. Here's how RUSD schools did.

Work Begins On New $6 Million Sports Complex

Racine County officials joined Green Bay Packers President Mark Murphy in marking the beginning the $6 million S.C. Johnson Sports Complex.

10 Things To Know About RUSD $23 Million Pool Proposal

The Racine Unified School District unveiled plans for a new $23 million aquatic center on the Case High School grounds.

RUSD Honors 48 AP Scholars

On Monday, the Board recognized the following students who achieved AP Scholar designation as sophomores or juniors.

Carthage College Cuts Tuition By 30 Percent

Carthage, which welcomed the largest incoming class in its history last year, is among the first institutions in Wisconsin to lower tuition.

2 Seniors Are National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists

Semi-finalists for the scholarship were announced on Wednesday.

District Working Feverishly To Solve Racine School Bus Woes

New bus drivers practiced routes through the Racine area over the weekend in hopes the additional drivers will help ease problems.

In Photos: 2019 First Day Of School In Racine

Check out photos taken at Mitchell, Fratt and Jerstad-Agerholm Tuesday during the first day of school.

Here’s The Law in Wisconsin About Passing Stopped School Buses

Here's a reminder of the importance of obeying school bus stop-arm laws in Wisconsin. Here's what it will cost you if you don't:

Carthage College Among First In State To Address Food Insecurity

About one-third of all college students are struggling to afford food and basic nutrition. Here's how Carthage College is helping students.

Racine Unified School Calendar 2019-20: First Day Of School

When's the first day of school in Racine? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers

Junior League of Racine Announces 2019 Scholarship Winner

Each year the Junior League of Racine honors one graduating Racine County high school female who demonstrates a commitment to voluntarism.

23 Seniors Awarded Racine PTA Council Scholarships

The Racine PTA Council awarded scholarships and other special honors at its annual Scholarship and Awards banquet, held May 6 at Roma Lodge.

Educators Credit Union Awards 37 Scholarships: List

Students from New Berlin, Racine, Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls, Kenosha, Wauwatosa and others all received honors this year.

17 From Case HS Are April 2019 Students Of The Month

Congratulations go out to these talented, hardworking students and their advisors!

Every 2018-19 Wisconsin School District Tax Rate Ranked

During the April election, a 49 of Wisconsin's 421 school districts asked voters for more than a $1 billion in new revenue.

2 Horlick Music Students Are March Students of the Month

Senior Sean Steinback and junior Charlie Shilhavy were both honored for their musical accomplishments.

Park's Mau Is RUSD Student Of The Month For February

Park High School student Greta Mau has been named as the Patch.com Student of the Month for February.

Junior League of Racine’s 17th-Annual Grand Gala Set

The Junior League of Racine will host its 17th-Annual Grand Gala: Wines and Steins Around the World.

Read Full ACLU Letter To Kenosha Schools Over 'Body Shaming'

The ACLU wrote a 7-page letter to Kenosha School District officials over an apparent "body shaming" incident involving cheerleaders:

ACLU: School District Under Fire For Body-Shaming Cheerleaders

The ACLU says Kenosha Tremper Cheer coaches handed out "degrading" awards referring to girls' body parts, and body-shamed female students.

January 2019 Students Of The Month Are From Walden III

Green School students from Walden III High School raised money for the Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin.

RUSD Adds Several School Days To Calendar To Make Up Off Days

After record-cold and heavy snow closed school for several days, RUSD officials updated the 2018-19 calendar with make-up days.

All RUSD Schools Closed Thursday Due To Cold Weather

Record-cold wind chills continue Thursday morning, and snow is expected Thursday afternoon. But hey, maybe school on Friday!

Closures In Racine, Mt. Pleasant, Caledonia: Wednesday Jan. 30

Bitterly-cold weather this week has forced the closure of numerous schools and agencies in the Racine area this week. Here's the list:

Gifford Honors Students For Kindness

At the end of each month, each staff member is able to choose a student they feel best exhibits a positive character trait.

Simon Youth Foundation Application Period Ends Next Month

SYF’s Scholarship Program is part of the national Simon Supports Education initiative.

Racine's 2018 Battle Of The Books Kicks Off

S.C. Johnson donated more than 8,000 books to fourth and fifth-grade classrooms in the Racine area to kick off this year's Battle.

Staff Says Mitchell Middle School Is In 'Crisis': Report

Staff says students hang out the windows, fight security officers all while racking up 15 injured teachers and 120 suspensions this year.

School Report Cards Were Released Today: Here's How RUSD Did

Schools and districts fall into one of five categories ranging from "significantly exceeds expectations" to "fails to meet expectations."

7th Annual College Resource Fair For Parents, Students Coming Up

The PowerUp College and Resource Fair will be held Oct. 27 at UW-Parkside. Here are the workshop offerings for this wide-ranging event:

High School Classes Canceled Over Bathroom Bullying Note

Case High School classes have been canceled as a precautionary measure for Tuesday after a message was found on a bathroom wall - and dated.

Racine To Get 'Destination-Quality' New Sports Complex: Watch

A state-of-the-art football/soccer stadium, several baseball/softball diamonds and plenty of parking are just some of the features.

Wisconsin School District Yoga Pants Rules 'Sexist': ACLU

When a student was threatened with being sent home twice over her clothing, the ACLU was alerted.

RUSD Got $635K In School Safety Money: Here's What It's For

You might be wondering what impact this might have for the Racine Unified School District. Here's how $635K breaks down:

Win Season Tickets For 3 To Case High School Football 2018 Season

The Case High School football team is heading in the right direction and is angling for its first winning season and playoff berth in years.

Racine Park High School To Graduate 406 Students in 2018

406 Panthers will expect to receive their diplomas during the ceremony held in the school's fieldhouse on June 9.

Saying Goodbye To Fine Arts In Photos

See photos of a goodbye ceremony as Fine Arts Elementary School prepares to move to a new school next year.

In Photos: 75th Annual RUSD Student Art Exhibit At Wustum

Patch went to the 75th Annual RUSD Student Art Exhibition at Wustum Museum in Racine. Here is a sneak preview of some of the work you'll see

Fund Set Up To Help Family Of Carthage Student Who Died In Crash

19-year-old Griffin Schumow died in a traffic accident near the Carthage University campus. The community is gathering to support his family