School lunch P-EBT program; 2nd benefits release begins June 26

The Wisconsin DHS announced that families of students who participate in the National School Lunch Program will be receiving more than $80 million in food benefits.

Marquette Nursing receives $2.2M grant for Project BEYOND-2

Marquette University's College of Nursing has received an almost $2.2 million grant to continue Project BEYOND-2.

Free COVID testing for schools, Wisconsin DHS announces

Governor Tony Evers and the Department of Health Services (DHS) announced COVID-19 testing support for Wisconsin schools in the 2021-2022 school year, free of charge.

Wisconsin DHS on COVID Q&A
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Officials with Wisconsin DHS fielded questions relating to the coronavirus pandemic -- and how it is impacting state residents.

School leaders protest K-12 funding plan presented by Republicans

More is needed to close the education gap. On Monday, June 21, a plea was brought to Wisconsin lawmakers to do better by Milwaukee students, staff, and families.

K-12 funding plan protested
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A plea was brought to Wisconsin lawmakers to do better by Milwaukee students, staff, and families.

Milwaukee caddie earns full ride to UW
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Carrying heavy golf bags over long, hot summers can pay off for teenage caddies. One young man is benefitting from doing just that.

Harvard-bound teen receives $40k scholarship, donates it back minutes later

Verda Tetteh received a $40,000 scholarship from her high school to attend Harvard University. She donated it back 10 minutes later during her graduation, hoping it would help other students in need.

UW Extended Campus launches online certificates in September

University of Wisconsin System campuses are partnering with UW Extended Campus to launch five new online certificates starting in September 2021.

Title IX protection extends to LGBTQ+ students, Education Department says

The U.S. Department of Education issued a notice of interpretation Wednesday explaining that it will enforce Title IX’s discrimination prohibitions to protect students.