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The Return of Phonics
New state DPI leader pushing schools for greater use of phonics.
Feb 5th, 2020 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter
Superintendent’s Race Cost $1 Million
More than three-fourths of money spent to reelect Tony Evers.
Jul 21st, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Why Republicans Couldn’t Beat Evers
The incumbent superintendent was vulnerable. Why the GOP stumbled.
Apr 13th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Two Tall Men Duel Over Schools
Evers and Holtz square off in superintendent's race; sparks fly both ways.
Feb 28th, 2017 by Michael Horne
One Wisconsin Now Requests Investigation of Lowell Holtz by Milwaukee, Rock County District Attorneys
Holtz Used Public Resources to Advance His Campaign for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Feb 28th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers, Holtz, Offer Real Clash On Issues
Incumbent state superintendent and challenger have fierce disagreements.
Feb 27th, 2017 by Steven Walters
Lowell Holtz Expected ‘Outside Groups’ to Handle Fundraising and Organizing for His Campaign for Superintendent of Public Instruction
Add Work Ethic to List of Ethics Lacking in Lowell Holtz
Feb 22nd, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
5 Election Takeaways
A horrible turnout, a big night for Evers, and who the heck is William Crowley?
Feb 22nd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Lowell Holtz: Flip Flop #1: Local Control/Urban School Takeover Plot
Holtz and Humphries and a few unnamed business leaders had collaborated on a plan to takeover Wisconsin’s 5 largest school districts.
Feb 22nd, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
John Humphries statement on Today’s Primary Election Results
"I look forward to seeing a vigorous public debate between the remaining candidates over the next 6 weeks."
Feb 21st, 2017 by John Humphries
One Wisconsin Now Statements on State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Voters Send Message of Support for Public Schools and for Public Officials With Integrity
Feb 21st, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Who Are Donors in Superintendent Race?
Evers backed by unions, Democrats, his opponents by Republicans.
Feb 21st, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Lowell Holtz Makes the Case That Lowell Holtz Can’t Be Trusted to Stand Up For Public Schools
Claims He Tried to Negotiate Sleazy, Possibly Illegal, Election Bribe Because Anonymous Business Leaders Told Him to
Feb 20th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Vote Tuesday
Learn more about the races and candidates for this overlooked election
Feb 20th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Humphries-Holtz Takeover Plan: Questions Remain Unanswered
There are dozens of unanswered questions.
Feb 20th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
One Wisconsin Now Statements on Latest John Humphries-Lowell Holtz Revelation
Yesterday One Wisconsin Now filed a formal complaint regarding the attempted $500,000 election bribe.
Feb 17th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
ICYMI: John Humphries Proposes Another Consulting Contract to Benefit Himself
It included a tax-payer compensation package of $150,000, and a dedicated personal driver.
Feb 17th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
ICYMI: Plot thickens for the Humphries-Holtz Takeover Plan of Wisconsin’s 5 Largest School Districts
The Humphries-Holtz Takeover Plan would create a position in the Department of Public Instruction that would have unprecedented authority.
Feb 17th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
One Wisconsin Now Files Formal Complaint, Seeks Investigation of John Humphries, Lowell Holtz Attempted Election Bribe
No Question Proposed Deal is Sleazy, But is It Also Illegal?
Feb 16th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Has Private School Voucher Pander Paid Off for John Humphries?
Candidate for Superintendent of State Public Schools Snags His Largest Campaign Contribution, Tied to Major Backer of Private Voucher Schools, Days After Proposing Massive Increase in State Subsidy to Private Voucher Schools
Feb 15th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
John Humphries Takes All Sides on School Funding Issue
‘Will Take Three Sides of a Two-Sided Issue if He Thinks it Could Help Advance His Political Ambitions’
Feb 10th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Humphries Proposes New Program Pairing Students with Regional Businesse
"For too long, Wisconsin has failed to systematically leverage and support local opportunities for student training across the state."
Feb 9th, 2017 by John Humphries
Humphries Statement on Confirmation of Secretary DeVos
"We congratulate Besty DeVos on her confirmation as Secretary of Education"
Feb 7th, 2017 by John Humphries
ICYMI: John Humphries Continues to be Out of Touch
"I am proud to use my voice to champion the needs of Wisconsin’s 860,000 school children."
Feb 6th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
Q: John Humphries, Do You Support or Oppose Wisconsin Using Nationwide Academic Standards? A: Yes
Candidate For State Superintendent of Public Instruction Attempts to Please Everyone By Taking Every Side of Academic Standards Issue
Feb 3rd, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Despite previously supporting and testifying in favor of the Common Core, today John P. Humphries rolled out his plan to replace it.
Common Core has been adopted at the local level by over 400 school districts in Wisconsin.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
Humphries Calls for Stronger Standards to Replace Common Core
John Humphries is a candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by John Humphries
Walker, Holtz and Humphries Standing by Their Woman, Betsy DeVos
Bipartisan Opposition Grows to Trump Pick of DeVos for Ed Chief Amid Plagiarism Scandal
Feb 1st, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Humphries Statement on Governor Walker’s Rural Schools Proposal
John Humphries is a candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Feb 1st, 2017 by John Humphries
Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Tony Evers for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Incumbent is “right choice” to advocate for students; resist federal attacks on public schools
Jan 31st, 2017 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
Lowell Holtz Going Flip for Flop With John Humphries in Race for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Holtz Publicly Expressed Enthusiasm to Implement the Common Core Academic Standards That He Now Declares Must Be Fought
Jan 30th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
State Superintendent John Humphries’ Privatization Plot Thickens
Right-wing State Superintendent candidate John Humphries is deadset on privatizing Wisconsin public schools.
Jan 26th, 2017 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
If It’s a Day That Ends in ‘Y’ John Humphries Has a Scheme to Take Public School Funding and Give it to Private Voucher Schools
Candidate to Head Department of Public Instruction Continues Shameless Pander For Campaign Cash From Private Voucher School Industry
Jan 26th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Records Reveal State Public School Chief Hopeful Donated to Gov. Scott Walker’s Recall Election Opponent
Whose Side is John Humphries On? His Own.
Jan 25th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Why Would Gov. Walker’s Campaign Chair Host Fundraiser for Walker Recall Petition Signer John Humphries? Follow the Money.
Right-Wing Kingpin Who Spent Over $100 Million to Fight For More Public Funding For Less Accountable Private Voucher Program Makes a Deal in Public School Superintendent Race
Jan 19th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Evers Leads In Superintendent Race’s Cash
Incumbent has about $117,000, two challengers together raised $36,000.
Jan 19th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Support for Betsy DeVos as Federal Education Secretary Another Lesson About John Humphries’ Priorities
We’re Learning the Only Thing You Can Trust is That Humphries Will Put His Political Ambition Before Best Interests of Wisconsin Schools and Kids
Jan 19th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Humphries Calls for Revamping School Report Cards to Make them “Genuinely Open, Honest, and Transparent.”
Candidate for State Superintendent calls existing report cards a “disaster”
Jan 19th, 2017 by John Humphries
It’s time for Genuine Accountability for Educational Results in Wisconsin
Candidate for State Superintendent calls for creation of State Board of Education
Jan 12th, 2017 by John Humphries
Humphries Applauds Governor Walker’s Comments on Education in State of the State Address
Candidate for State Superintendent John Humphries released the following statement in response to the Governor’s State of the State Address:
Jan 10th, 2017 by John Humphries
Humphries Calls for DPI to Give Voters a Voice on ESSA Implementation
Warns Tony Evers is poised to unilaterally sign away unique opportunity for reform
Jan 9th, 2017 by John Humphries
Tony Evers wants more mental resources directed to our students
Tony Evers' campaign manager, Amanda Brink, expressed the following:
Jan 5th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
Field Set for Private School Voucher Industry Campaign Cash Chase
‘Let the Shameless Pandering Begin’ as Two Candidates for Public Schools Head Seek to Snag Financial Support of Private School Voucher Industry
Jan 4th, 2017 by One Wisconsin Now
Bipartisan Statewide Support Propels John Humphries to the Spring Ballot
Candidate for State Superintendent John Humphries released the following statement:
Jan 3rd, 2017 by John Humphries
Humphries for Schools Statement Congratulating Bipartisan Co-Chairs Reps. Thiesfeldt and Fields on Appointments to Key Position
"As co-chairs, they are showing the state that cooperation and common ground are the right path..."
Dec 9th, 2016 by John Humphries
State Democrats Could Sink Still Lower
Yes, they’re at a historic low. But things could get worse.
Dec 8th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
National Group Concludes Current DPI Leadership Continues to Fail to Prepare New Wisconsin Teachers
Candidate for State Superintendent John Humphries released the following statement in response to the NCTQ report concluding most Wisconsin teacher training programs are failing to prepare new elementary teachers:
Dec 7th, 2016 by John Humphries
John Humphries Wastes No Time Pledging Allegiance to Private School Voucher Cartel
Candidate Running to Oversee Wisconsin Public Schools Praises Michigan Billionaire Heiress With No Public Education Experience Who Prefers Private Schools
Dec 2nd, 2016 by One Wisconsin Now
DeVos Will Be an Advocate for School Choice and Creative Solutions That Benefit Wisconsin Students
Candidate for State Superintendent John Humphries released the following statement in response to the nomination of Betsy DeVos for U.S. Education Secretary:
Nov 23rd, 2016 by John Humphries
Humphries: Is this Wobegon or Wisconsin?
Candidate for State Superintendent John Humphries released the following statement in response to the release of state report cards by the Department of Public Instruction earlier today:
Nov 17th, 2016 by John Humphries
John Humphries Officially Launches Campaign for State Superintendent
Pledges accountability, partnership and taking politics out of schools so that we can improve education for every child in Wisconsin.
Nov 16th, 2016 by John Humphries
