School District Makes Improvements, Celebrates Successes in 2012

A roundup of school news from 2012 shows a number of awards as well as improvements planned in the Port Washington-Saukville School District.

'One Tooth on the Top' Among Wish List Items in Letters to Santa

Elementary students' letters to Santa are full of gift requests as well as questions about the reindeer, elves — and a few warnings for Santa.

Rumors of School Shootings Circulate at Area Districts, But Not Here

Port Washington-Saukville officials say there have been no incidents here, but Waukesha, Oak Creek and Menomonee Falls among the districts dealing with rumors of threats of violence on Friday.

Elf Makes Stop at Local Elementary School

First-graders at Lincoln Elementary School met with the elf who journeyed from the North Pole just to bring their letters to Santa.

Gingerbread Houses Pop Up at Lincoln Elementary

The holiday spirit is seen all over Lincoln Elementary School, including the classic Gingerbread House made with all sorts of candies and frostings.

'It's About Creating Opportunities for Students'

The Port Washington-Saukville School District's STEM program is branching out, adding a robotics team and with a growing advisory board, furthering efforts to better prepare its students for life after graduation.

Week Ahead: Christmas Sales, Parades and Visits with Santa

Here are some things you should know about this week in Port Washington and Saukville.

Port Washington High School to Host Madrigal Dinner

The Cedar Beach Inn will be the site of this year's annual event.

Port Washington High School Makes the Grade in AP Classes

District’s efforts to increase student participation and success in advanced placement classes are rewarded with national recognition.

Holiday Shopping to Support Your Schools

The 16th annual Thomas Jefferson Holiday Marketplace, which takes place on Saturday, is a vital asset for students bringing in thousands of dollars for the school.

Students' 'Flocking' Project Raises $1K for Breast Cancer

The Port Washington High School volleyball teams joined efforts for a service project to benefit breast cancer.

Port Students Place in Top Half of Division During Cross Country Championship

Three Port Washington High School students participated in the Cross Country State Meet on Saturday, competing on an individual level.

Port Students Heading to Championship Meet for Cross Country

Three Port Washington High School students will participate in the Cross Country State Meet on Saturday, competing on an individual level.

Enter to Win $1,000 as Part of Red Ribbon Campaign Contest

The National Family Partnership is hosting a contest for the annual Red Ribbon Week, Oct. 23-31. Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country.

How Much Do Port School Administrators Make?

Port Washington 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.

Are Port Washington-Saukville Schools Making the Grade?

A new state report card detailing how schools across Wisconsin are doing educating children is set to be released the week of Oct. 22.

What's New at the Saukville Elementary Fall Festival?

New games and big prizes are planned for this year's popular school festival beginning at 6 p.m. Friday.

Commitment to Schools Earns State Honors for 2 Businesses

Dockside Deli and Port Washington State Bank earn statewide recognition for their involvement in area schools.

Ninth-Ranked Pirates Cross Country Team Wins Invite at Tendick Park

The Port Washington boys cross country team is ranked ninth in the WIAA Division 1 by the state coaches association. Check out this video from Thursday's meet.

How to Get Thousands of Dollars in Free Publicity for Your Small Business

Homecoming Week: Port Pirates Sport School Spirit

Port Washington students and residents show of their Pirates pride this week as the school prepares for its homecoming weekend. Check out these residents' decor and add your own photos.

Donations Key in Purchase of New Grand Piano

The Port Washington-Saukville School District music department purchased a lightly used grand piano after donations of $62,000. The department hopes to offer the piano for use by local piano teachers and for evening piano concerts.

Harvesting and Preserving Herbs

Gluten-Free Cooking Workshop

Native Pollinator Lecture

High School Launching First-Ever Robotics Team

The Port Washington High School is seeking community mentors to help with a variety of aspects of the Robotics program.

Prevent the Next Lake Michigan Tragedy from Happening

Do you know about different kinds of lake currents, and how to survive being caught in them? Do you wonder how to learn about lake safety? Experts answer these and other questions in hopes of preventing another drowning after Tyler Buczek's tragic

School District Approves Spending up to $2.4M on Energy Efficient Projects

The project involves a range of upgrades, including: sealing exterior openings and insulation upgrades to help with energy consumption; upgrading water heating and flow technology; and upgrading control systems, among other things.

State Superintendent Announces $7 Million Plan to Phase Out WKCE Tests

The proposal would replace the current high school assessment system with a four-test ACT suite that would be given to high school students starting in 2014-15.

Ozaukee Christian School's 7th Annual Apple Pie Fundraiser

Free Oatmeal

Grandparent's Day at Totally Kids

Marketing in Today's Technology Series from Saukville Chamber

BMO Harris Bank Presents Financial Education Series

4th Annual Kindergarten Party

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FREE DINNER while you Dine & Discover

Health Substitution Cooking Class

School District Reviews Academic Progress

Already above state averages, PWHS students take practice exams to push ACT scores higher.

Port Catholic Kicks Off Reading Program With Visit From Fang

The Timber Rattler's mascot visited the school, which is also celebrating Catholic Schools Week.