Riverside High School News
Browse past news stories for Riverside High School in Milwaukee, WI.
- Manpower co-founder Winter dies at 97 (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on October 23, 2009 at 05:51:21 pm
A pioneering entrepreneur, Elmer Winter remained vigorous and engaged in a broad array of interests - many of them focused on improving the lot of Milwaukee's central city - virtually until the end of his life. - Man Shoots Wife Before Turning Gun on Himself (TMJ4 Milwaukee)
posted on October 19, 2009 at 06:08:00 pm
The incident happened in the 8200 block of North Celina Street on Milwaukee's northwest side at about 11:00 a.m. Sunday morning. - Future of MPS debated at panel (The Marquette Tribune)
posted on October 12, 2009 at 03:16:28 pm
Five important figures in the debate over governance in Milwaukee Public Schools met Tuesday night at the Milwaukee Center for Independence as part of a public information panel. - Barrett's MPS proposal brings drama (OnMilwaukee.com)
posted on October 4, 2009 at 09:00:46 pm
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett has never been known for high drama. The genial, popular Barrett has run a steady-as-she-goes administration that has rarely created exciting political theater. But the curtain may have gone up on a performance that has gotten some brutal reviews from critics. - Public Forum On State Of MPS Schools Gets Heated (WISN 12 Milwaukee)
posted on October 2, 2009 at 06:04:50 pm
A heated debate is taking place over the future of Milwaukee Public Schools and who should run them, the mayor or the school board. - Mayor Tom Barrett holds public meeting about MPS takeover (FOX 6 Milwaukee)
posted on October 2, 2009 at 03:11:00 am
The public gets its first opportunity to talk to Mayor Tom Barrett about his vision for MPS, and it being accountable to the mayor's office. There was a debate here at Riverside High School, and the crowd seemed to be split right down the middle about what should be done. FOX 6 Reporter Chrystina Head gives you a look at what citizens had to say about a potential MPS takeover. - Barrett will discuss mayoral control of MPS in public forums (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on September 30, 2009 at 06:26:40 am
For the first time since he proposed changing the governance structure of Milwaukee Public Schools in mid-August, Mayor Tom Barrett will appear onstage with leading critics of mayoral control for two public meetings in the next week. - Mike Nichols: Winning big isn't the only thing, it turns out (Pioneer Press)
posted on September 27, 2009 at 05:18:04 am
Milwaukee Riverside High School's football team decimated Pulaski 75-0 last weekend. - Substitute teacher, 86, still answers the call - every morning (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on September 11, 2009 at 06:06:52 am
Depending on the day and the school, John Outlaw will teach math, science, English or history. He'll face a roomful of kids and try to get them to concentrate on the assignment at hand. And he'll do it all with an easygoing manner, somehow generating respect among high school students young enough to be his great-grandchildren. - Human element (Greater Milwaukee Today)
posted on August 24, 2009 at 10:07:14 am
Sometimes it’s impossible to put your finger on the reason why your passion is your passion — any more than you can explain why your favorite color is your favorite. - Star MPS grad weighs in (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on August 9, 2009 at 03:06:21 am
As an accomplished African-American educator born and raised in Milwaukee, Demond Means' career path seems destined to culminate with a chance to lead the state's largest school district with the largest minority population. But it won't be anytime soon. - 40 years later, Woodstock remains a unique journey (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on August 8, 2009 at 05:56:00 am
For me, the greatest music festival ever was never about the music. In fact, I have little recollection of the songs I heard over three days in a muddy field. For me, it was all about tribe - the big tribe we all seemed to be a part of, and my own little tribe. - Federal Judge Evans will move to senior status (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on July 28, 2009 at 05:42:45 pm
Federal Appeals Court Judge Terence Evans has notified President Barack Obama that he will move into semi-retirement Jan. 7 - the 30-year anniversary of when he first took the federal bench. - Mrs. Rooney was school's mother figure (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on June 10, 2009 at 04:57:44 am
Every school should be so lucky to have a Mrs. Rooney. Someone who relates so well to students that they take to calling her "Mom." - A LOVE story you won't take for granite (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on June 5, 2009 at 04:28:05 am
Now the story can be told about the time Claire Moore and three co-conspirators rafted out to Milwaukee's landmark "Love Rock" to touch up the giant letters. - Running with the pack (Stevens Point Journal)
posted on May 5, 2009 at 09:05:26 am
Sprinter Keith Ingram dominating WIAC competition but keeps a team-first attitude - Swine flu-related days off creating headaches for schools (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on May 5, 2009 at 05:42:24 am
Even as federal health officials said they were rethinking their advice to close schools for extended periods to fight the nationwide flu outbreak, closings continued in the Milwaukee area Monday, and concern about the educational impact on thousands of students was rising. - More Milwaukee schools close over swine flu concerns (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
posted on May 3, 2009 at 06:53:10 pm
City officials on Sunday closed several more Milwaukee public schools for this week because of probable swine flu cases, bringing the city's total closings to 22 schools. - Swine Flu Concerns Cause At Least 13 Milwaukee Area Schools To Close (FOX 6 Milwaukee)
posted on May 1, 2009 at 03:23:25 am
School closings are considered a precaution Concerns over the swine flu virus have led at least 13 Milwaukee area schools to close. The closings are considered a precaution because two people with probable swine flu had contact with some of the schools. - Swine Flu Concerns Close Eight Milwaukee Area Schools (FOX 6 Milwaukee)
posted on April 30, 2009 at 11:23:26 pm
Five MPS schools, two private schools cancel classes amid swine flu concerns Another Milwaukee elementary school closes its doors Thursday because of swine flu concerns, joining four others that announced they were canceling classes Wednesday. Additionally, two private schools canceled classes Thursday. - Swine Flu Virus Reaches Wisconsin, Four Milwaukee Schools Close Temporarily (FOX 6 Milwaukee)
posted on April 30, 2009 at 12:53:28 am
Health officials have also identified a number of children who have symptoms related to swine flu Two probable swine flu cases have been found in Milwaukee, and four of the city's public schools have been ordered closed. A third probable case is reported in Adams County in central Wisconsin, officials said. - H1N1 Swine Flu Virus Reaches Wisconsin, Four Milwaukee Schools Close Temporarily (FOX 6 Milwaukee)
posted on April 29, 2009 at 11:23:15 pm
WITI-TV, MILWAUKEE - Two probable swine flu cases have been found in Milwaukee, and four of the city's public schools have been ordered closed. A third probable case is reported in Adams County in central Wisconsin, officials said. - Two Probable Swine Flu Cases Identified In Milwaukee, Four City Schools To Close (FOX 6 Milwaukee)
posted on April 29, 2009 at 11:08:15 pm
Adult And Child Identified As Cases Of H1N1 Swine Flu Virus The City of Milwaukee Health Department has identified its first two probably cases in a nationwide outbreak of swine flu. The include one adult and one child. - A guide to greening your garden (OnMilwaukee.com)
posted on April 8, 2009 at 09:57:19 pm
From composting to bio-dynamics to plain old annual planting, there's myriad information out there with tips, advice and instructions. To help you navigate the information and find the style of garden right for you, Milwaukee businesses and organizations host classes and informational sessions to offer guidance and knowledge. - Jump Rope For Heart (Mt. Vernon Register-News)
posted on April 2, 2009 at 05:23:04 pm
MT. VERNON — Mt. Vernon District 80 Primary Center students have jumped big for a life-saving cause. - Box City (CBS 58 Milwaukee)
posted on March 13, 2009 at 10:55:26 pm
Students raise awareness of homelessness
