The Racine Unified School District (RUSD) is applying for federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funding to support recovery from impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic and we are asking for your input on how best to utilize these funds to meet the needs of our RUSD students and families. We have truly […]
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RUSD Meal Prices To Remain Stable For 2021-22
RACINE – The Racine Unified School District (RUSD) will not increase meal prices for students in the 2021-22 school year despite higher food and labor costs incurred by its meal contractor. The RUSD Board of Education earlier this week approved year three of its five-year food management services contract with Aramark Education Services. As allowed […]
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Educator of the Week: Racine Teachers
Let’s face it. This school year will go down in history as unforgettable. Whether you’re an educator, student, parent, and or community member, you know that times have been challenging. COVID-19 is continually changing our education system and how it functions. Yet, behind every struggle and obstacle this year has been an educator who loves […]
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Former Volunteer Coach Accused Of Child Sex Crimes
RACINE – A former volunteer wrestling coach at Horlick High School has been charged by the Racine County District Attorney’s Office in a 27-count complaint related to child sex crimes. Benigno Q. Velasquez, 60, of Racine, made an initial court appearance on Wednesday where cash bond was set at $25,000, according to online court records. […]
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Educator of the Week: Bob Mainland
Robert Mainland, also known as Bob, had various roles in his life that impacted the community and those around him. Mainland, who was 72 years old, recently passed away. This week, the Racine County Eye honors him as the Educator of the Week. Mainland earned a degree in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin Parkside […]
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RUSD Announces High School Graduation Sites, Dates
RACINE – The Racine Unified School District (RUSD) has announced high school graduation dates and locations. Each graduate will be allowed two (2) guests. Additional details will be shared by each high school, according to the RUSD Facebook page here. Here are the graduation plans for the RUSD high schools: Academies of Racine – Horlick […]
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Educator of the Week: Nancy Gibson
Educator, Nancy Gibson’s classroom is nothing like other learning environments. Even with the COVID-19 pandemic causing multiple changes within the educational system, she has found a way to connect with students. The spotlight is on Gibson, as we honor her as the Racine County Eye Educator of the Week. Gibson is a theater educator and […]
Posted inCORONAVIRUS, Local news
Report: Pandemic Accelerated Health Care Workforce Challenges
MADISON – The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated Wisconsin health care workforce trends and served as a testing ground for how the state’s hospitals could better deliver health care, according to a new Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) report released Wednesday. The WHA’s 2020 Health Care Workforce report included a detailed analysis of the pipeline of workers in […]
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Spring Election 2021: Candidate profiles
The spring election will be held on April 6, 2021. Here’s who is running for office: Caledonia Dave Prott: Caledonia Trustee #5 candidate Prott did not return a candidate form. North Bay Racine First district Jeff Coe Jeff Coe is running against Susan Wagner, but did not fill our a candidate bio form. Racine Unified […]
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Carmella Venturini
Carmella Venturini, 55, is throwing her hat in the ring to run against Auntavia Jackson in the spring election on April 6, 2021, for the Racine Unified School District seat #6. To read more about other races, click here. Where do you live? Racine, WI How long have you lived there? 34 years Age? 55 Spouse or partner’s name? Jim Venturini If […]
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Auntavia Jackson
Auntavia Jackson, 35, is throwing her hat in the ring to run against Carmella Venturini in the spring election on April 6, 2021, for the Racine Unified School District seat #6. To read more about other races, click here. Where do you live? Racine, WI How long have you lived there? Born and raised. Age? 35 Spouse or partner’s […]
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Educator Spotlight: Sarah Harris
Educator, Sarah Harris, promotes individuality, but a sense of community is always present in her classroom. As a special education teacher, Harris is working diligently to provide students with quality education, despite the atypical approach to learning that is taking place this year, due to the pandemic. Harris has been selected as the Racine County […]
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Letter to the Editor: Rally For a Choice Event
In the spirit of stepping forward to create an alternative platform for our voices to be heard, I have been helping with organizing an event for those who support a choice between in-person and virtual learning. Our “Rally For A Choice” is scheduled for this Saturday, January 23, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Monument Square. […]
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Educator of the Week: Adam Martin
Adam Martin has taken the road less traveled, and it is that path that led him to Racine. Becoming an Educator wasn’t where Martin saw his future, but it’s definitely where he’s meant to be. This first-grade teacher at Jefferson Lighthouse International Baccalaureate Elementary School strives to be the best he can be during these […]
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Jefferson Lighthouse Spreads Holiday Cheer to Senior Citizens
This holiday season just got a little brighter for local senior citizens. Jefferson Lighthouse, an International Baccalaureate school within Racine Unified School District, is aiming to put a smile on many faces this holiday season. Staff, students, and families have come together to spread holiday cheer via an inspirational Youtube video. Third-grade teacher, Student Council […]
