Education
MPS ‘Meets Expectations.’ Maybe
Better state report card for MPS comes with fewer students tested, and many questions.
Jan 14th, 2022 by Terry FalkCOVID-19 Cases Rising At State Universities
Largest universities see record cases among students and staff heading into spring semester.
Jan 12th, 2022 by Rich KremerWaukesha Schools Beset By Political Battles
All signs supporting student groups taken down. Citizens group files federal complaint.
Jan 10th, 2022 by Terry Falk, Wisconsin ExaminerMilwaukee Public Schools Extends Virtual Instruction
But Health Commissioner says health department had no role in decision, expresses concern about impact.
Jan 7th, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneTommy Thompson Resigning From UW-System Interim Presidency
A Board of Regents committee is selecting a replacement for the former governor.
Jan 7th, 2022 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Public Schools Will Be Virtual This Week
"Emergency safety measure" has students virtual and staff in-person through Jan. 10.
Jan 2nd, 2022 by Jeramey JanneneState School Report Cards Bend the Truth
Moving the goal posts to make schools look better.
Dec 27th, 2021 by Isral DeBruin, Colleston Morgan and Spencer Schien, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceUWM Chancellor Gets 32% Pay Hike
Regents also hike UW-Madison chancellor pay 21.7%. Faculty leader protests decision.
Dec 21st, 2021 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioStudent Pandemic Benefits Approved for 2021-22
Students unable to attend school due to COVID-19 can get money through national school lunch program.
Dec 19th, 2021 by Sam Woods, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceMATC Broadens Access to College in Milwaukee
Education can unlock opportunities blocked by racial, economic inequality.
Dec 18th, 2021 by Mario Koran, Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismWaukesha Teacher Suspended for Rainbow Flag in Classroom
Students, staff and teachers' union planning show of support for suspended teacher.
Dec 16th, 2021 by Terry Falk, Wisconsin ExaminerMost Schools Want State COVID-19 Testing
75% of school districts join program, 120,000 tests given so far.
Dec 13th, 2021 by Madeline Fox, Wisconsin Public Radio