Building on a long list of accomplishments Coach Derek Gallagher added 'Hall of famer' to the list on November, 5, 2023. At the 5th annual Rufus King Hall of Fame induction banquet, Gallagher was honored for 25 years of leadership and his ability to bring the best out of his players. “My heart pounds,” Gallagher said of his players. “That’s a lot of love but that’s the … [Read more...] about Rufus King honors former coaches, players in Athletic Hall of Fame
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Mayor visited Rufus King festival because a student took initiative
When one Rufus King International High School graduate looks over the accomplishments of his senior year, he can include getting the mayor of Milwaukee to attend the school’s Ethnic Fest. Mayor Cavalier Johnson came to King International High School to watch student dance and drum performances, sample cultural foods, greet students, and sit down for a recorded interview … [Read more...] about Mayor visited Rufus King festival because a student took initiative
North- King Stepping Together—United at a 50 year class reunion
In 2017, Brenda Wilkerson from North Division High School and Warren McIver from Rufus King High School got together and talked about the low turnout from their 40th individual class reunions. They discussed trying a combined class reunion and making it a Grand Celebration. Each took the idea back to their individual committees. Brenda and Warren got their committees' consent … [Read more...] about North- King Stepping Together—United at a 50 year class reunion
Teacher Kelly O’Keefe Boettcher honored for dedication to Dr. King
At Rufus King International Baccalaureate High School on Friday, January 18, 2019, teacher Kelly O’Keefe Boettcher was surprised in front of her class by Principal Tanzanique Carrington and representatives from the Marcus Center. O’Keefe Boettcher was honored as 2019 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Teacher of the Year for her dedication to teaching students about the life and … [Read more...] about Teacher Kelly O’Keefe Boettcher honored for dedication to Dr. King
Four MPS schools continue to make list of top schools in the state
Four MPS high schools are celebrating the release of the U.S. News and World Report list of top high schools. Rufus King International High School is the top-rated Milwaukee school on the list, being ranked 9th in the state and also earning a Silver Medal as a high-performing school. Silver Medals also went to Milwaukee School of Languages, ranked 15th; and Ronald Wilson Reagan … [Read more...] about Four MPS schools continue to make list of top schools in the state
Sydnee Roby is Gatorade® WI Girls’ Basketball Player of the Year
One of the most prestigious awards in high school sports has been bestowed upon Sydnee Roby, a junior at Rufus King International High School. Sydnee was selected from hundreds of student athletes based on her athletic excellence, academic achievement, and exemplary character. The winners were announced to the public on Facebook Live. Sydnee maintains a 3.09 grade point … [Read more...] about Sydnee Roby is Gatorade® WI Girls’ Basketball Player of the Year
Governor, state supt. nominate Rufus King for national ACT award
MPS’ Rufus King International School, state’s high school nominee, honored in Madison Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Evers have nominated Milwaukee Public Schools’ Rufus King International School for ACT’s national College and Career Transition Award. The state selected Rufus King, ranked among the best high schools in … [Read more...] about Governor, state supt. nominate Rufus King for national ACT award