Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Cumberland art students emulated famous impressionist works with acrylics, then displayed their work to the public Wednesday afternoon.
"These fourth-graders' paintings are better than the originals!" That was one of the comments overheard at Cumberland's art gallery event Wednesday afternoon, where fourth-grade students presented their acrylic paintings based on the works of impressionist or impressionist-inspired masters. The 100 fourth-grade students at Cumberland School spent a total of five hours in Julie Purney's Cumberland art classes trying to replicate the works of Monet, Van Gogh and other great impressionist painters – first, by sketching out their drawing on a canvas panel, then eventually adding the colors of acrylic paints. The students also spent time in the library researching their artists, which came in handy during Wednesday's art gallery event. Almost …
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Cumberland was one of nine Title 1 schools that exceeded state standards for academic achievement and progress.
Cumberland Elementary School is one of 65 Title I schools in the state to be recognized for academic achievement and academic progress. In a news release, the state Department of Public Instruction recognized 65 Title I schools who have met or exceeded state standards for academic achievements and progress. Title I is a federal program to support schools serving low-income students. Eleven schools were recognized as "high-achieving," while 45 were recognized as "high-progress." Cumberland was one of nine schools earning both designations. “Congratulations to the teachers, school staff members, and families that work to support student achievement in these schools,” said state Superintendent Tony Evers. “These reward schools are models of …
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
The donation made on behalf of Jeffrey Hayes puts the Cumberland tennis court reconstruction project within $16,000 of its $128,000 goal.
Jeffrey Hayes passed away in June, but thanks to a donation made in his memory, his passion for education and tennis will live on in Whitefish Bay. The $50,000 donation to the Cumberland tennis court reconstruction project was made in December by Hayes' wife Leslie and their children. The School Board formally thanked the family for their donation at a later meeting. Leslie Hayes said Jeffrey, a professor of art history at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, was a strong supporter of education and loved the game of tennis. “Jeffrey would be happy to know that his love of tennis will now be enjoyed by future generations,” she said. The three Cumberland School courts, originally built in the 1940s, haven’t been used in years, and the …
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
The Whitefish Bay School Board on Wednesday allocated $30,000 toward tennis court renovations, and a private donor stepped up to give $50,000 towards the project.
The Cumberland School tennis courts appear to be getting a new lease on life. The Whitefish Bay School Board voted 7-1 Wednesday to allocate $500,000 from its reserves for capital projects, which includes $30,000 for the Cumberland project. Organizers raising money for the project said a private donor came forward Wednesday with a $50,000 donation. That means $80,000 of the $128,000 needed arrived in one day. “They received a very large donation today for the Cumberland project and we’re already at $75,000 that we’re holding for the project,” said Shawn Yde, district director of business services. “This $30,000 puts us at $105,000 and I know they have other commitments that get them pretty close to meeting their goal.” Residents have been …
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Friday, November 16, 2012
A fundraising committee is asking the Whitefish Bay School Board to contribute $30,000 for the $128,000 project to refurbish the school's three tennis courts.
The 70-year-old tennis courts at Cumberland School could see new life, due to a fundraising effort led by parents and neighbors. The three courts, originally built in the 1940s, have fallen into disrepair. In recent years, the cracks in the sidewalks have presented a tripping hazard for children, said Cumberland Principal Jayne Heffron. "There are some pretty big cracks there, and it is pretty easy for kids to trip," Heffron said. A group of residents has formed to raise $128,000 to restore the courts. The group presented its proposal to the School Board's Building and Grounds Committee on Wednesday night, asking for a district contribution of $30,000. It would cost $30,000 just to remove the courts. The fundraising committee has so far …
Thursday, August 23, 2012
A Whitefish Bay resident of five years, Mrs. Romaine is kept busy outside of the classroom with raising four children and finishing her doctoral studies.
The Whitefish Bay School District hired 22 new teachers this year, and Whitefish Bay Patch hopes to introduce all of them to the community before the school year gets underway. You can read their stories here. Today, we will introduce you to Cumberland School teacher Leah Romaine. Teaching position: I'll teach fourth grade at Cumberland School. Hometown/Current community: I grew up in Aurora, IL and now live in Whitefish Bay with my husband and four children. Education/Experience: I enjoy learning as much as I love teaching, so I have attended several colleges. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Notre Dame and then received my graduate degree at Boston College. I'm finishing up my doctoral studies in Language and …
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
After an enlightening teaching experience in South Africa, the Whitefish Bay native looks forward to starting her first full-time teaching gig in her hometown school district.
The Whitefish Bay School District hired 22 new teachers this year, and Whitefish Bay Patch hopes to introduce all of them to the community before the school year gets underway. You can read their stories here. Today, we will introduce you to Cumberland Elementary School third grade teacher Gillian Armstrong. Teaching Position: I will be teaching third grade at Cumberland Elementary School. Hometown/Current Residence: I grew up here in the Bay! I attended Richards Elementary School, Whitefish Bay Middle School and Whitefish Bay High School. I am thrilled to have an opportunity to give back to the school district that gave me so much as a student! I am currently living with my parents in Whitefish Bay, but my college roommate and I will be …
Saturday, August 18, 2012
After growing up in Shorewood and attending Holy Family in Whitefish Bay, Mrs. Cramey is excited to return to Whitefish Bay to teach first grade at Cumberland School.
The Whitefish Bay School District hired 22 new teachers this year, and Whitefish Bay Patch hopes to introduce all of them to the community before the school year gets underway. You can read their stories here. Today, we will introduce you to Cumberland Elementary School first grade teacher Andrea Cramey. Hometown/Current community: I was born and raised in Shorewood and now live with my husband and daughter in Wauwatosa. Education/Experience: My undergraduate degree is from UW Madison and my graduate degree is from Cardinal Stritch, I spent the past 6 years teaching Kindergarten through second grades in the WAWM school district. Do you have any connection to Whitefish Bay? I grew up attending Holy Family School in WFB and have fond …
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Thornton is excited to start her first full-time teaching job in Whitefish Bay, after an exciting teaching experience in Uganda earlier this year.
The Whitefish Bay School District hired 22 new teachers this year, and Whitefish Bay Patch hopes to introduce all of them to the community before the school year gets underway. You can read their stories here. Today, we will introduce you to Cumberland senior kindergarten teacher Laura Thornton. Teaching position: Senior Kindergarten at Cumberland Elementary School. This will be my first full time teaching job and I'm so excited to be working with the great staff, students, and families at Cumberland. Hometown/Current community: I grew up in Brookfield, Wisconsin. I recently moved into my sister's old house in West Allis, which I am renting for the year with my best friend. Education/Experience: I went to school at UW Madison - Go Badgers…
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Cumberland Brownie Troop 1586 led an anti-smoking campaign Saturday at the Whitefish Bay City Market. More than 100 people signed a pledge to quit smoking, not start smoking, or help someone quit.
Colleen wells
8:14 pm on Thursday, February 7, 2013
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