Wisconsin reading scores led to a new law. Now the real test begins.
Under a new Wisconsin law called Act 20, that approach will soon be used in schools statewide, departing from the “balanced literacy” method that educators have taught to students for decades and has left many children behind, according to an increasing number of critics.

West Salem School District to receive $300K grant for student mental health
The West Salem School District will receive a $300,000 grant to support student mental health.

The New Berlin School District's Brady Reinke will take over as the new Whitnall School District superintendent on July 1
After its last permanent superintendent retired and an interim superintendent resigned earlier this year, the Whitnall School Board has selected the district's next superintendent. Brady Reinke, currently the New Berlin School District's director of elementary teaching and learning, will take over as the new superintendent July 1, according to an April 15 news release from the Whitnall School District.

MMSD to rename Southwest Elementary School
Madison Metropolitan School District announced Tuesday that it will restart the naming process of Southwest Elementary School.

D.C. Everest hosts ‘Community Connect’ for people to learn more about the district
Connecting with others in your community is important no matter the relationship. It’s why the D.C. Everest Area School District is holding a two-day event this week where they can connect with people who might not be familiar with the district. Tuesday marked the first day of what’s called ‘Community Connect’ and it’s a chance for people in our area to learn what goes on within the district.

Madison School Board delays green energy goal by five more years
The Madison Metropolitan School District is pushing back its sustainability goal by five years, a timeline Madison School Board members say is more feasible than the original plan they adopted in 2019. 

Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul, school officials and law enforcement discuss importance of OSS trainings ahead of 25th anniversary of Columbine Shooting
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of School Safety (OSS) tomorrow is holding a Behavioral and Threat Assessment Management (BTAM) training in Appleton, Wis. ahead of the 25-year anniversary of the shooting at Columbine High School in Columbine, Col. that occurred on April 20, 1999.

B-W to have new principals in all three buildings next year
The Baldwin-Woodville School Board finalized its administration team for the 2024-25 school year as a result of approvals during the April 15 meeting. 

 

Following referendum, MPS eliminates school counselors in 53206 ZIP code
Less than a week after voters narrowly approved a $252 million referendum for Milwaukee Public Schools, the district decided to eliminate full-time trauma support specialists from the schools in the 53206 zip code.

Appleton schools score well on student health efforts

APPLETON, Wis–The Appleton Area School District is doing a good job in promoting student health. Director of Health and Human Performance Thai Xiong says their latest Healthy Student Health Index Report grades very well.

La Crosse School Board finalizes referendum for school consolidation

The La Crosse School Board is getting more specific with their proposed school consolidation referendum. On Monday, the group voted to finalize a referendum that would consolidate Emerson and Spence Elementary Schools, as well as Hingtgen and State Road elementaries.

Lake Mills High School students, staff recall Youth Unity Summit with positive takeaways
Students and staff across southern Wisconsin filled McFarland High School in early March to attend the Youth Unity Summit, with the goal of learning about love and hate through conversations and activities.

Board votes against orchestra staffing reduction
The Stoughton Area School District Board of Education moved forward with staffing recommendations for the 2024-25 school year at Monday night’s meeting.

Eau Claire Police Department takes part in ‘Active Threat Training" at Eau Claire North High School
Around 100 people, from law enforcement and EMS personnel to school district staff, spent the day (4/15/24) at Eau Claire North High School. ECPD staff walked through clearing hallways and classrooms while also going through the evacuation process, training for an active threat in a school.

Grafton school administrator named superintendent of Port Washington-Saukville School District
Grafton School District Director of Teaching and Learning Michael McMahon has been selected to serve as the new superintendent at the Port Washington- Saukville School District.

NIL deals for Wisconsin high schoolers could soon be a reality
It’s a new concept for collegiate athletes across the country – the ability to make money with their name, image and likeness. Think – playing cards, merchandise, and autograph signings. What’s become known as NIL is trickling down to the high school level as well. Most states now allow high schoolers to make money with their NIL. Wisconsin, however, does not – at least not yet.

Lunch debts in the Wausau and D.C. Everest Area school districts are over $20,000. This fundraiser aims to help.
Yauo Yang knows the struggles some families face trying to make ends meet and putting food on the table.

Special Education Spring Fling dances through Holmen High School
Holmen High School held a Spring Fling Dance for special education students in and around the Holmen School District. 14 different schools attended the spring dance.

Field of Dreams donation money running out, district plans to raise more
The Pulaski Community School District is now seeking options to pay off about $1.2 million in debt from the Field of Dreams project as donation funds run low.

5th and 6th Graders head to Kids' College
Nearly 200 5th and 6th graders enrolled in the Mississippi Valley Gifted & Talented Network took part in a Kids' College event at UW-La Crosse.

E&N Hughes awarded first bid package at new MHS
Local business E&N Hughes was selected by the School District of Monroe Board of Education for the first bid package to do earthwork and site utilities for the new MHS campus.

Reedsville High School Getting Updated Emergency Equipment Through Grant
Two groups are providing updated emergency training and AED access to area schools. Bellin Health and the Green Bay Packers are partnering to donate CPR instructions and AED equipment through an NFL Foundation grant.

La Crosse school board Pair of $53M referendum options to be considered Monday by La Crosse school board Apr 12, 2024 2 hrs ago
The La Crosse school board is set to consider Monday whether it will place a $53 million school facilities referendum on November ballots.

New book vending machine provides food for thought for students in Janesville
Harrison Elementary School in Janesville held a special ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday morning to celebrate the arrival of their new book vending machine.

Marshfield School Board Approves Handbooks, Policies, and More
The Marshfield School Board approved several items at their meeting on Wednesday.

Central Middle School breaks ground, cuts ribbon on new outdoor classroom
Central Middle School hosted a special groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the construction of their new Wildcat Outdoor Classroom.

School students, staff and first responders take proactive steps to prepare for active shooter scenarios Apr 13, 2024 5 mins ago
Students and staff at area schools engage in regular drills with law enforcement and first responders as they prepare for the unthinkable scenarios in which an active shooter or intruder was loose in the building.

MPS teacher inspires students by impersonating influential women
When many adults look back on their education, they often have a favorite teacher. It can often be a teacher who inspired them to excel or help build their confidence. Milwaukee Public School teacher Alondra Garcia teaches second grade bilingual studies at Allen-Field Elementary School.

RUSD, teachers union reach tentative deal on 2% base wage raises next school year 
The Racine Unified School District and a teachers union appear to have reached a deal regarding staff base wages next school year.

Read-a-thon at Hillcrest Elementary in Chippewa Falls raises more than $14,500
Students at Hillcrest Elementary School raised more than $14,500 during a read-a-thon held late last month, according to a press release. All of the money raised during the event, which ran from March 18 to March 27, will go back into Hillcrest classrooms through the Hillcrest Parent Teacher Organization Stipend Program, which supports purchases like accessible seating, science experiment supplies and student incentives.

MPS Turnaround Arts students performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
Eleven Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) students from Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts presented an original musical work recently at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., considered America’s national cultural center.

Peshtigo first-grade students take a trip to Green Bay
Peshtigo first-grade students recently took an educational field trip to the Weidner Center and the Children’s Museum of Green Bay. First, students attended a Weidner Center show called “The Science of Magic,” presented by illusionist Bill Blagg.