Education
Following Referendum, MPS Cuts Trauma Specialists in 53206 ZIP Code
Leaving only half of trauma specialists at schools in city's highest poverty area.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioSuit Challenges Evers’ Partial Veto Hiking School Funding for 400 Years
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce filed suit, arguing veto is unconstitutional.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public RadioMayor Pledges To Get Involved in Schools
Johnson vows to make Milwaukee a city that attracts people because of its schools.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Jeramey JanneneUW Campuses Face Challenging Financial Futures, Reports Show
Wisconsin's funding for public universities ranks 42nd in the nation.
Apr 14th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerDPI Report Shows Educator Workforce Crisis in Wisconsin
Teacher retention a huge problem; compensation has decreased 20% since 2010.
Apr 14th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioPublic School Listed ‘Christian Values’ As Desired Trait For Superintendent
Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal for employers to discriminate based on religion.
Apr 13th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioMarquette Employees Launch Unionization Drive
Organizers ask for fair contracts, wages and benefits
Apr 12th, 2024 by Margaret Faust, Wisconsin Public RadioSupport For School Funding Referendums Declining
New report finds voter support rose for years, but now in decline.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Graham KilmerComplaint Alleges Whitnall School Board Violated Open Meetings Law
Majority of board accused of conducting business in private Facebook group.
Apr 9th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public RadioPresident Biden Unveils Student Loan Forgiveness Plan in Madison
His second Wisconsin visit in recent weeks. Plan lowers costs for 25 million borrowers.
Apr 8th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public RadioSchool Districts Take Stock of Referendum Results
Across state, 56 of 93 of April ballot requests for more money passed.
Apr 8th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerHmong and Asian American Histories Now Required Subjects in Wisconsin Schools
Evers signs bipartisan law requiring such instruction in state schools.
Apr 7th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner