Education
School Districts See High Demand for Virtual Learning
Virtual MPS program has 1,600 enrollees.
Sep 3rd, 2021 by Madeline Fox, Wisconsin Public RadioMarquette President Mike Lovell Diagnosed With Rare Form of Cancer
Lovell says he will continue in his role as president during his treatment.
Sep 2nd, 2021 by Annie MatteaSchool Choice Key Issue in Governor Race
Republican candidates will support universal vouchers. Evers calls that "morally wrong."
Sep 1st, 2021 by George MitchellWaukesha Relents on Free School Meals
School board switches by 5-4 vote, will accept federal funds to feed all students.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Madeline Fox, Wisconsin Public RadioMPS Relief Funds Don’t Air Condition Buildings
Temperature hit the 90s last week and many buildings lack AC.
Aug 30th, 2021 by Sam Woods, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceUW System Prez Not Backing Down On Mask Mandate
Interim President Tommy Thompson warns GOP legislators not to pick a fight.
Aug 27th, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerFamily Files Complaint For Discrimination Against Native Students
Family says Ashland School District enforced COVID-19 policies differently for Native compared to white students.
Aug 26th, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin ExaminerState Superintendent, Pediatricians Push Universal Masking in Schools
Masking in schools backed by CDC, public health officials and pediatrics associations.
Aug 26th, 2021 by Madeline FoxThompson Will Disobey Republican Order
‘I am going to stand my ground, keep students safe and healthy,’ says UW leader and former GOP governor.
Aug 25th, 2021 by Rich Kremer, Wisconsin Public RadioLet Us Run the UW System
We answer to the Board of Regents and are responsible of the health of students. Let us do our job.
Aug 24th, 2021 by Tommy ThompsonState Colleges, Universities Pay Down Student Debt
UWM, MATC lead the way, using millions in federal COVID-19 relief to slash debt.
Aug 24th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioSchool Boards Across State Face Arguments, ‘Bullying’
Three Oconomowoc board members resign, citing a “toxic” environment.
Aug 21st, 2021 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner