News

Revised June Exam Schedule for High School Students

05/13/2019

Due to the number of weather-related school closings this winter, the exam schedule for the Week of June 3 through 7 has been adjusted for high school students

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SMART Math Booster Course

05/13/2019

SMART is designed to help students improve their math skills!

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Nathan Hale High School Robotics Team Takes Fourth Place in Regional Underwater Robotics Competition

05/10/2019

On April 28, 2019, the Nathan Hale High School Robotics Team took 4th place at the Milwaukee Regional Underwater Robotics Competition held at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

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The Metropolitan Milwaukee Alliance of Black School Educators Host Gala to Honor Teachers

05/03/2019

The following teachers were nominated by their principals to be honored at the 14th-annual Teacher Recognition Gala.

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Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School Payton Dorger Inspires Math Students to Fear the Deer!

05/01/2019

“Payton really ran with this assignment,” said co-teacher, Michael Skurek. “He used over 300 algebraic functions to create the Milwaukee Bucks logo. His work was really impressive.”

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Moody's Upgrades School District’s Rating to Baa2

05/01/2019

“The District has worked diligently to resolve the financial challenges of the past and we will always be vigilant when it comes to our resources. The Moody’s rating is significant because it is another step forward."

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Community Coalition Peer Educators Keep Busy

05/01/2019

They shared the message of positive and healthy choices and that not all youth use drugs and alcohol.

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West Milwaukee Intermediate School College Experience Inspires Students

04/26/2019

National Junior Honors Society visited the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to take a "hands on” college mini-course.

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West Allis Central High School Holds Autism Awareness Day

04/25/2019

Students love being involved with the Autism Awareness celebration.

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Collaboration Station Party a Success!

04/23/2019

“Our teams were led by High School students,” explains Art Curriculum Lead, Dan Walker. “Each group was asked to imagine, design, and build a community space. It’s an opportunity for students to use their art vocabulary and communication skills.”

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Students Serve as Junior Docents at Milwaukee Art Museum

04/19/2019

Students completed a Milwaukee Art Museum partnership program that spanned over three years.

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Wisconsin Title I Schools of Recognition

04/17/2019

The West Allis-West Milwaukee School District is proud to announce that three schools have received Wisconsin Title I Schools of Recognition for the 2017-2018 school year.

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WISN Channel 12 Recognizes Hoover Elementary School Teacher Holly Ford

04/17/2019

In April, the kindergarten through fifth grade reading teacher at Hoover Elementary School, Holly Ford, was chosen as the Top Teacher!

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West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation and Community Services Department Celebrates Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week

04/15/2019

“Those that work in our after-school programs are at the heart of what we do to serve children,”

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Summer’s Coming! Plan Ahead for Recreation and Community Services Programs

04/12/2019

We have a variety of camps and playground programs for you and your family to choose from.

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“First Look” at New Community Recreation Center

04/12/2019

“The center has been designed to meet the needs of our evolving and diverse community."

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West Allis-West Milwaukee School District’s Music Education Program Receives National Recognition

03/27/2019

The West Allis-West Milwaukee School District’s music program has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.

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West Allis-West Milwaukee School District Hosts District Solo & Ensemble Music Festival

03/25/2019

Students from area schools participated in a Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) sanctioned District Solo & Ensemble Music Festival hosted at West Allis Central High School.

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West Milwaukee Intermediate School Hosts Press Conference Regarding School Safety

03/20/2019

West Milwaukee Intermediate School hosted a press conference for Wisconsin State Attorney General Josh Kaul to announce the release of the Comprehensive School Security Framework and the Wisconsin School Threat Assessment Protocol.

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Parent Satisfaction Survey Coming in April

03/15/2019

On Monday, April 1, 2019, parents will have an important opportunity to provide feedback to West Allis-West Milwaukee School District leaders regarding their work.

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Walking Safely to School

03/14/2019

Safety tips for students and parents about walking to school.

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Nathan Hale High School Graduate Visits and Shares Her Journey

03/13/2019

On March 6, 2019, Trapp returned to Nathan Hale High School and visited three classes to share her story. Her advice to students is to take risks, follow your passion and study abroad.

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News and Notes - March 2019

03/11/2019

Each month, “News and Notes” recognizes the many contributions and achievements of staff, students, and members of our school community. The West Allis-West Milwaukee School District is the 12th largest district in the state of Wisconsin. Over 8,250 students attend our schools and over 1,000 employees work here.

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WAWM Shining Strings to Perform for Wisconsin Music Educators Association

03/08/2019

The performance is part of the 2019 “Capitol Concerts for Music In Our Schools Month.”

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Child Development Day

03/08/2019

Parents/guardians who have a child between the ages of 2 years 9 months and 4 years old are encouraged to make a screening appointment.

Read More about Child Development Day

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Sodexo’s Fiesta Fit Future Chef Competition

03/06/2019

On March 20, 2019, Sodexo will hosted their annual Future Chef Competition in the cafeteria at Nathan Hale High School.

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Irving Elementary School Music Teacher Receives Certificate of Excellence in General Music

03/06/2019

Scott Greger, will be recognized with a Certificate of Excellence in General Music from the Civic Music Association of Milwaukee.

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Spring Concerts in Our Schools

03/04/2019

Click here to view information about spring concerts in our schools!

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West Allis-West Milwaukee Community Coalition Launches Peers with Purpose

03/04/2019

Peers will be teamed together to present a lesson designed to encourage younger students to resist peer pressure and avoid unsafe choices.

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West Allis Central High School Hosts Black History Celebration

02/28/2019

The walls were adorned with biographies and projects submitted by Central students highlighting prominent African Americans and Black History and an incredible spread of food for the soul was provided by students, families, and staff.

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Joseph Elliott Named MYSO John Downey Creation Project Fellow

02/25/2019

Joseph Elliott, Junior at Nathan Hale High School was named MYSO John Downey Creation Project Fellow for his music composition: Tango for Strings.

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West Allis-West Milwaukee School District Presents at the Narenwich State Conference

02/22/2019

“Mrs. Daugherty and I focused on the strategies our teachers use to build strong relationships with students. We also discussed the importance of creating projects that connect to career pathways and deeper learning for our students.”

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Franklin Elementary School Luncheon Inspired by Fractions and Decimals

02/19/2019

“Having students put their thinking into action is what deeper learning is all about,” said Pollard. “Our students took what they learned and applied it to a real life situation!”

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High School Students in Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2 Use ALEKS to Gain Skill in Math

02/15/2019

Now, teachers (and students) don’t have to wait for everyone to be on the “same page.” Students can work at their own pace to demonstrate mastery of material.

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Congratulations to the Top Six WAWM Spelling Bee Finalists

02/14/2019

Congratulations to the top six spellers who will be moving on to compete in the CESA 1 Regional Spelling Bee on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.

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Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School 6th Graders Work to Better the Lives of Others

02/13/2019

As part of a Deeper Learning Project, teachers Julia Bratel and Nicole Harmeyer posed a serious question to 6th grade students. We asked them what they would do to better the lives of children locally and globally.

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Irving Elementary School Runs Pennies for Patients Fundraiser

02/12/2019

On February 1, 2019, the Irving Student Council concluded their Pennies for Patients campaign. The students created a spirit week to promote awareness for the Pennies for Patients project for the whole Irving community to be apart of.

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Pershing Elementary School Participates in the Great Kindness Challenge

02/11/2019

The Great Kindness Challenge is a proactive and positive bullying prevention initiative that is designed to improve school climate and increase student engagement. The Great Kindness Challenge is a one week event where students are asked to perform as many acts of kindness as possible in school.

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Nathan Hale High School Booster Club Inducts Athletes into Hall of Fame

02/09/2019

On Friday, February 8, 2019, alumni, friends and family gathered as the Nathan Hale High School Booster Club held their second annual Athletic Hall of Fame Induction ceremony.

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Franklin Elementary School Textbook Found in South African School

02/07/2019

“This little book traveled a long way to Africa. It’s amazing to see that we’re making a difference in the lives of learners across the world!” says Vranes.

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Frank Lloyd Wright Students Help Create Activities for School that Serves Autistic Children

02/01/2019

On January 25, 2019, Christine Morrissey’s 8th grade team at Frank Lloyd Wright presented projects to the Superintendent, members of the WAWM school board as well as their friends and family.

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News and Notes - February 2019

02/01/2019

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Innovation Station Opens at Irving Elementary School

01/15/2019

Students at Irving Elementary School are excited to work in a newly configured space designed solely to promote problem-solving and collaboration.

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Franklin Elementary School's Dimitrious Foster Competes on Family Feud!

01/15/2019

On Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 6:00 p.m., Franklin Elementary School’s Deeper Learning Coach, Dimitrious Foster, completed on an episode of Family Feud.

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Attend Intermediate School Preview Night

01/15/2019

The Preview Night will include information about intermediate school programming and extra- curricular activities. There will also be an opportunity to meet staff and tour the building!

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News and Notes January

01/14/2019

Each month, “News and Notes” recognizes the many contributions and achievements of staff, students, and members of our school community.

Read More about News & Notes - October

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All Aboard! The 8th Grade Transition to High School Program

10/12/2018

As the new school year begins, staff at both Central High School and Nathan Hale High School are busy preparing 8th graders for their big transition to ninth grade.

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West Allis Central High School News Team Keeps Bulldogs in the Loop

10/12/2018

Every morning, the Bulldog News Team at West Allis Central High School is on set ready for “action” as they produce daily video announcements for staff and students.

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Maroon & Gold Goes Pink With Laps for Life

10/12/2018

For the past several years, West Allis Central High School's, Think Pink! Committee, has been raising funds for “ABCD” (After Breast Cancer Diagnosis), a local charity that pairs breast cancer survivors with people still fighting the disease.

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WAWM RCS Program Manager Amanda Schwichtenberg Earns Two WPRA Silver Awards

10/12/2018

Silver Star awards are the State Association's highest honor bestowed upon departments and professionals for their exemplary work in the field.

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Franklin Elementary School Culture Council Holds Back to School Bash

10/11/2018

The evening included opportunities to meet teachers, tour classrooms, and experience a day in the life of a student. In addition, a number of community partners helped engage and empower families with the resources available in West Allis.

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Sodexo Implements New Food Model at West Allis Central High School

10/11/2018

“Our new concept, Taste4 (FRESH, FLAVOR, FRIENDS and FUN) was developed for students by students. From its name to the imagery and menus, teens were engaged in every phase of development.

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Students from Lane Intermediate School Lay Wreath at Arlington Cemetery in Washington DC

10/11/2018

“The event was part of the 7th and 8th grade trip to Washington DC. We were all really proud of the opportunity to pay tribute to fallen heroes,” said, Principal, Liz Kayzar, “Our students were deeply when they toured the cemetery.”

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Students at Jefferson Elementary and Franklin Elementary Go the Morning Mile

10/11/2018

Students at Jefferson Elementary School can begin the day with a Morning Mile running laps before school starts.

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WAWM Community Coalition Youth Create Public Service Announcement

10/10/2018

According to Coalition Director, Tammy Molter, the students were filmed during a Peers with Purpose training. “The students were especially anxious to debunk the myth is that “everyone doing it.’ They felt it was a great opportunity to provide the facts about abuse.”

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WAWM Heroin/Opiate Task Force Parenting Workshop

10/10/2018

On Thursday, November 8, 2018, the WA-WM Heroin/Opiate Task Force will host a Parenting Workshop from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School.

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Shared Journeys Community Open House

10/09/2018

Celebrate the relocation of Shared Journeys!

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FREE DENTAL CARE Coming to WAWM Schools!

10/09/2018

During the school year, FREE dental services will be available to students in the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District.

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Summer Class Lifts Students to New Heights in Math

10/09/2018

This summer, Nathan Hale High School math teacher, Donna Krasovich, headed up a pilot program for students that volunteered to use ALEK (an online math program) and class meetings to prepare to take advanced math courses in high school.

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Autism Insights and Strategies Workshop for Educators

10/03/2018

This FREE event is great for Educators including general education teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators and others

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All Schools in the WAWM School District Earn Heart Safe School Designation

09/26/2018

The Heart Safe School designation indicates to the public that staff is trained and prepared to respond to a cardiac emergency. A Heart Safe District Designation also includes placement of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within the school.

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Teachers Visit West Allis Central High School to Observe Social Inquiry Class

09/24/2018

A team of Special Education teachers from Batavia, Illinois visited West Allis Central High School to observe the Social Inquiry class led by teachers Sarah Bartosch and Katie Ancel.

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Shared Journeys Featured on PBS 10thirtysix

09/21/2018

Watch here!

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American Heart Association Recognizes School District for Workplace Health Achievement

09/20/2018

According to Superintendent, Dr. Marty Lexmond, “This award recognizes the work we are doing to promote wellness in the workplace."

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Lane Intermediate Open House includes 9/11 Tribute

09/14/2018

"We always want to build a strong foundation with parents and students, and that begins at our open house.

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Teaching is a Work of Heart: Nathan Hale High School Band Director Kristi Wicihowski Marches On

09/14/2018

Over the past 11 years, Wicihowski has directed bands at both the intermediate and high school level. Now full-time at Nathan Hale High School, she has over 130 students in band class.

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Three West Milwaukee Intermediate Teachers Share Personalized Learning Presentation

09/14/2018

“Doing something new and innovative comes with both failure and success. We are excited to share our experiences with other educators. Our goal is assist teachers that are just beginning the process of implementing personalized learning into their daily instruction.”

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WAWM Recreation and Community Services Director to Present at National Conference

09/13/2018

Strasser will present in a Community Wellness session titled “Empowering Youth Impacted by the Opioid Crisis: Providing a Safe, Supportive Environment through Recreation Programs.”

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James E. Dottke High School Opens Dottke Closet with the Help of Brooklife Church

09/13/2018

During the summer months, Goelz partnered with Brooklife Church to set up a Community Closet designed to provide students with clothes and hygiene products.

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Celebrate School Attendance Friday, September 21, 2018

09/13/2018

On Friday, September 21, 2018, we’re celebrating school attendance with a generous donation from Sodexo, our food service partner!

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Advanced Placement Exam Distinctions

09/13/2018

The following is a list of current West Allis Central High School and West Allis Nathan Hale High School students that were recognized by the AP College Board for their academic excellence.

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Dottke High School Offers Program for Adult Education

09/13/2018

Adults needing assistance to meet their personal and professional goals can find FREE support at James E. Dottke High School.

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Organizations Donate School Supplies to the WAWM School District

09/12/2018

“It’s so important that children have what they need to be productive in school,” said Mrs. Stukel, a retired teacher and organizer of a school supply drive at the Village of Manor Park.

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