School & Community News

The passing of Mr. Bob Bauhs, Math Teacher and Boys Tennis Coach.

Bauhs, Robert R., Age 61, died peacefully at home on September 11, 2010. Beloved husband of Jean (nee Steiger); father of Sarah (Mike Pryor, affianced) and Carl (Julianna). Proud grandfather of Carter. Fond brother of David (Kathleen), Tom (Patricia) and Richard (Mary); brother-in-law of George and Robert Steiger, and Mary Gail Kell (James). Proud uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Jeannette Bauhs, and dear brother, Bill (Mary Jo). A retired tennis coach and math teacher at Oak Creek High School, Bob will be remembered by hundreds of students, colleagues, friends, and by his cherished extended family. A memorial mass will be held on September 15, 2010, at Divine Mercy Catholic Church, 695 College Ave., South Milwaukee at 4:00 PM, preceded by a visitation at the church from 2:00-4:00 PM.

Thank you, Mr. Bauhs, for believing in my abilities, and giving me the confidence to be myself. Until we meet again, rest in peace.

Upcoming School Board Election

Hi everyone,
The Oak Creek - Franklin School Board election will be coming up soon on Tuesday, April 6th. I have just completed my 3rd term on the school board and, as a fellow Oak Creek Alumni, I am once again asking you for your support at the polls. While the teacher’s union has decided to privately endorse another candidate (they endorsed Mr. Pelzek- mainly because the union contract is being negotiated this year) I would just like to point out a few things that set me apart from the other candidates such as I am:
• the only member of the board that voted to not raise taxes this year,
• the most experienced candidate running in this election (two have absolutely no experience in public education including the candidate that the teacher’s union is endorsing) and
• the only candidate who graduated from OCHS and currently has children in the school system.
There are two seats open so if you’re interested in my pick for the other seat I am strongly supporting Frank Carini. He has a great track record of community involvement, is active in many organizations, AND has been such a strong advocate for our district and our community that he was elected President of the board in his second year (almost unheard of ). For information about all of the candidates, please go to:

http://media.journalinteractive.com/documents/oc_fr_oakcreekfranklinschoolboard.pdf.

Thanks everyone!
Paul Mason