Education
Bill Would Pay Schools To Buy Gun Detection Equipment
Critics raise privacy concerns over systems that use AI and camera feeds.
Mar 1st, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Lawmakers Release $32 Million They Previously Withheld From UW System
Money was previously cut by GOP legislators as part of DEI fight.
Feb 29th, 2024 by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner
Opening of St. Augustine Prep at Former Cardinal Stritch Campus Postponed
One-year delay by Ramirez Foundation due to unexpected issues with redevelopment.
Feb 28th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
UW Tribal Tuition Promise Divides Native Communities
Questions over who is eligible for tuition support and program's success rate.
Feb 26th, 2024 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
How Big a Change Is New UW-Madison Admission Policy?
Students consider new rule that top 5% of state's high school grads guaranteed admission.
Feb 24th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Campaign Targets MPS Funding Referendum
Atty Dan Adams forms Milwaukeeans For Affordable Housing, bashes proposed tax hike.
Feb 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Campaign Wants You To “Vote Yes For MPS” On School Referendum
Group urges voters to support property tax increase for students.
Feb 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Bill That Would Hold Students Back For Truancy Passes First Major Hurdle
Assembly passes bill that would make frequently absent students repeat their current grade, sends it to Senate.
Feb 21st, 2024 by Sarah Lehr and Anya Van Wagtendonk, Wisconsin Public Radio
Legislature Approves Reduction in Educator Licensing Requirements
Republican backers say their aim is easing a workforce shortage
Feb 21st, 2024 by Sarah Lehr, Wisconsin Public Radio
Department of Public Instruction Asks Lawmakers To Approve New Reading Curriculum
Proposal overrides the Literacy Council, which DPI says failed to meet deadlines.
Feb 21st, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Democrats Were For Uncoupling Voucher Funding, Why The Change?
School choice groups asks why Dems ran away from proposal to separate funding from property taxes.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Nicholas Kelly
Trans Youth Feel Less Safe Than LGBTQ+ Counterparts At School
Report find more inclusive curricula, protective policies needed.
Feb 18th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
