Committee Narrows List Of Names For New School To 4

Posted: 1:44 pm CST February 8, 2008

MADISON, Wis. -- A school naming committee has tentatively narrowed the 87 names proposed for the new elementary school on Madison's West Side down to four.

TALKBACK: What Should School Be Named?

The tentative school names are:

Erlanger, a quadriplegic from age 1, was honored by Mr. Rogers on national TV for his many community contributions and his spirit.

Olson was a teacher, principal and creator of the Madison School Forest, which combines conservation and education.

Temin was a Nobel Prize winner for cancer research.

Thomas helped establish Centro Hispano in 1983.

Previous Stories:

February 5, 2008: Four Proposed Names For New Madison School To Be Released Tuesday
January 9, 2008: Committee Meets To Discuss Names For New Madison School
October 29, 2007: District Officials Outline 87 Proposed Names For New School
October 23, 2007: Cherokee Faculty, Staff Lobby To Name New School
October 18, 2007: 41 Names Already Proposed For Elementary School
September 18, 2007: Madison School District Seeks Name For Elementary School

Links We Like

Sponsored Content

The Little Things Can Get You Promoted

In the workplace it’s the little things that get you noticed and help you stand out above the rest. Do these things and increase your chances for a promotion. More Details

7 Ways To Improve Your Credit Score

If your credit is shabby, you'll need to shore up your score to convince a lender you're worthy. Here's how to boost your point total. More Details

How Stress Can Affect Your Bowels

Though stress does not cause irritable bowel syndrome, it can trigger or intensify your symptoms. Learn more to help manage your IBS. More Details

Be Debt Free In 12 Months

The first step in reducing debt is recognizing how much you have. Let us help you with the rest and get out from under your debt in 12 months. More Details