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The Post-Crescent

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Appleton schools plan staff cuts to balance budget

In order to balance the budget over the next four years, Appleton schools will need to reduce staff. At a school board meeting Nov. 9, Appleton school leadership said they'd need to save $400,000 over the 2026-27 school year. However, they plan to reduce staff through resignation and retirements — especially in positions that are the furthest from students, like tech services and the district office, superintendent Greg Hartjes said. He also said the districts expected to cut between 5 and 10 positions this way, combining positions and dropping duties as needed. The district also plans to examine non-classroom positions, like administrative assistants and paraprofessionals, and consider whether any can be reduced for the 2027-28 school year. Appleton schools employ roughly 2,000 staff. Even with the prospect of cutting positions, however, Appleton schools still have empty special education positions, according to a report from district human resources director Julie King. And, during public comment, Ferber Elementary School's library and media specialist, Sara Wayland, also asked the board to consider positions like hers "essential student-facing educators," saying she and others in her position teach students media literacy and research skills. Even though Appleton schools passed an operational referendum in April, declining

Appleton, WI · 2d

WBAY Green Bay

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EXCLUSIVE: Trinity Lutheran School in Menasha set to close in January, parents voicing concerns

MENASHA, Wis. (WBAY) - Parents of students attending Trinity Lutheran School are raising concerns after the church’s congregation voted to close the school this January, about halfway through the school year. The congregation board voted on the closure Tuesday, according to a source close to the school board. Families...

Menasha, WI · 1d
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’Our Secret’: Messages from former Preble High School staffer to a student

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Former Preble High School staffer Joee Demerath resigned Oct. 19 after a Green Bay Area Public Schools investigation into messages he sent to a student. Green Bay police said their investigation into Demerath remains active, and he has not been charged. Messages sent to a...

Green Bay, WI · 2d
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Mensaha High School football coach and students react to winning $1 million contest

MENSAHA Wis. (WFRV)- For Menasha High School, this is more than a win on the scoreboard. It’s a win for the entire community.  After the July 27th tornado damaged Nathan Calder Stadium, the Blue Jays football team was forced to play their home games at Lawrence University’s Banta Bowl.  The Blue Jays were named the […]

Menasha, WI · 12h

The Post-Crescent

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Xavier beats Bay Port to win girls flag football title hosted by Packers

APPLETON – The championship trophy isn't gaudy or flashy, but the words inscribed on it do have deep meaning: "Forever The First." That's what the Xavier girls flag football team will have in its trophy case as a reminder of the Hawks' historic achievement being Wisconsin girls flag football champions – the state's first recognizable championship in the growing sport. The Green Bay Packers hosted the tournament at Emplify Health Field on Nov. 7 with Xavier knocking off Bay Port 19-6 in the title game. Sophomore quarterback Addy Hafner had three touchdowns passing with senior Hailey Hafner adding 10 carries for 90 yards along with six catches for 56 yards and a touchdown. Senior receivers Abigail Anderson and Macy Hietpas also had touchdown receptions in the win. Xavier's players received championship rings from the Packers as part of the celebration and the thought is this inaugural tournament is a precursor to the sport becoming an officially sanctioned WIAA sport. "I think it's just so cool that we are able to set an example for other girls to be like, 'We can play and we can make a sport when we show interest in it,'" Hietpas said. "I know there's so

Green Bay, WI · 1d

Fox11online.com

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Freedom faces rival Little Chute with first state trip on the line

FREEDOM (WLUK) -- Freedom will play in its sixth state semifinal Friday, facing rival Little Chute with a first trip to state on the line. The Irish and Mustangs last met in Week 6, when Freedom beat Little Chute 49-29. With a trip to state at stake this time, Freedom coach Charlie Jadin said the focus has been on keeping players from assuming Friday will look like the regular-season matchup.

Little Chute, WI · 15h

seehafernews.com

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Three Ships Student Athletes Announce Their College Choices

Three Manitowoc Lincoln seniors have announced where they are going to pursue an athletic career in college. Natalie Portmann, Kendall Schmitz, and Abby Weidmayer have had outstanding athletic careers as Shipbuilders, and all three announced where they are going to college during a ceremony held yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon in the JFK Fieldhouse.

Manitowoc, WI · 20h

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Shawano School District eyes three-building operation

Investigation reveals grades 7-8 could fit in existing SCHS structure. Early signs point to the Shawano School District being able to function with three school buildings instead of the four buildings it currently operates as student population continues to decrease. Superintendent Kurt Krizan told the Shawano School Board during its...

Shawano, WI · 1d

Green Bay Press-Gazette

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Green Bay Notre Dame star Kingston Allen chases state history

Kingston Allen’s high school football career will come to an end sometime in the next two weeks. The area might never see a player like the Green Bay Notre Dame running back again. That old sports adage that records are made to be broken is something Allen has taken literally. He is on the cusp of perhaps his biggest achievement, entering a WIAA Division 2 semifinal playoff game against Union Grove on Nov. 13 needing 214 yards to surpass former Columbus star Colton Brunell as the state’s all-time rushing king. Allen recently joined Brunell as the only players in state history with more than 7,000 career rushing yards. Brunell finished with 7,416. Allen stands at 7,203. Rushing for more than 200 yards in a semifinal wouldn’t normally be a lock, but it might be for Allen if he stays healthy. He has rushed for more than 214 yards in a game 10 times this season. The only reason he didn’t do it in the other two contests was because he was pulled early with six carries and 136 yards against Manitowoc and seven attempts for 122 yards against Green Bay East after Notre Dame beat the two by a combined

Green Bay, WI · 2d

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Little Chute seeks revenge vs. Freedom in Division 4 state semifinal rematch

LITTLE CHUTE — LITTLE CHUTE (WLUK) -- Little Chute’s only loss this season came by 20 points to rival Freedom, and the teams will meet again Friday with a trip to the Division 4 state championship game on the line. Little Chute senior Reece Joten said the Mustangs...

Little Chute, WI · 1d

Green Bay Press-Gazette

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Local high school athletes make college plans official on National Signing Day

The De Pere boys basketball team has won five consecutive Fox River Classic Conference championships, and it will be one of the favorites again this season thanks in part to the return of Will Krueger. The league’s reigning player of the year made his collegiate future official Nov. 11 during National Signing Day. The 6-foot-5 senior shooting guard will play for Michigan Tech, an NCAA Division II school in Houghton. The Huskies went 29-7 last season and advanced to the Elite Eight of the NCAA DII Tournament. The 29 wins tied the program record. Some of the best players in program history have been local players, a list highlighted by former Ashwaubenon stars Kyle Monroe and Marcus Tomashek . Krueger should provide Michigan Tech with another solid scorer when he arrives in 2027-28. He has been a key figure for the Redbirds since his sophomore year and averaged a team-high 17.2 points along with 5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1 steal per game as a junior. Krueger shot 46.8% from 3-point range and has made 106 3-pointers in his career. “Will is a great teammate and his leadership will be extremely important to our success this year,” longtime De Pere

Green Bay, WI · 1d

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Northeast Wisconsin Football Players Earn WFCA All-Region Honors

NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – The Wisconsin Football Coaches Association (WFCA) has announced its 2026 All-Region Football Teams, recognizing standout high school football players from across Northeast Wisconsin for their performances this season. Several area programs were well represented, including Freedom, Bonduel, Suring, Coleman, Amherst, Shawano, Pulaski, Shiocton, and Weyauwega-Fremont. Freedom...

Wisconsin · 18h

Door County Pulse

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West Side School Lives On

One of the best views in Sturgeon Bay once belonged to the city’s youngest residents. Originally opened in 1921 as the Sawyer Elementary School, the brick building that sits stoically atop the hill along South Madison Avenue was one of the first public schools on Sturgeon Bay’s west side. Later, it was known as West Side Elementary School, a place where thousands of children started their educational journeys.

Sturgeon Bay, WI · 1d

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Clintonville School District Examines Enrollment Decline, Open Enrollment and Voucher Trends

CLINTONVILLE, WI – The Clintonville School District is taking a closer look at why enrollment is declining, with Superintendent Troy Kuhn pointing to a mix of smaller incoming classes, open enrollment and students choosing private or virtual education options. Kuhn told the Clintonville Board of Education that the district’s...

Clintonville, WI · 2d

Fox11online.com

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Pennsylvania university plans to acquire Fond du Lac's Marian University

FOND DU LAC (WLUK) -- A Pennsylvania university plans to take over Marian University. Alvernia University in Reading, Pennsylvania, and Marian announced on Monday plans for Alvernia to acquire the Fond du Lac institution. Under the plan, sponsorship of Marian University would transfer from the Congregation of Sisters of St....

Fond Du Lac, WI · 3d

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Bonduel aims to change postseason fortunes vs. Lomira in state semifinal

BONDUEL (WLUK) -- Bonduel is back on the doorstep of a breakthrough, with the Bears set to play Lomira on Friday in a Division 6 state semifinal as they try to reach the state championship game for the first time. The Bears have come up short late in the postseason...

Bonduel, WI · 3d

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Voters approve Marinette School District facilities referendum

MARINETTE – During the recent midterm elections on Nov. 3, voters decided to approve a facilities referendum for the Marinette School District, while other districts in Marinette and Oconto counties failed to pass their referendums. The approved Marinette School District referendum was set for an amount not to exceed...

Marinette County, WI · 2d

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Oshkosh North High School is Blue

The mock election results are in, the Spartans roll with the blue wave. On Tuesday, November 3rd, students and staff at Oshkosh North High School got to cast their vote in a midterm mock election hosted by the Communities Program. The school was able to cast their picks for the next Governor, Secretary of State and representatives to Congress, as well as seats in the State Legislature and other State and Local offices.

Oshkosh, WI · 5d

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Seymour schools face potential staffing cuts after voters reject $15M referendum

After voters rejected Seymour's $15 million school referendum, district leaders face difficult decisions about staffing, employee pay and school maintenance projects.

Seymour, WI · 3d