President Trump issues ‘Fostering the Future’ executive order to support children in foster care
Children in foster care are getting more help in securing a stable future thanks to a new executive order signed by President Trump on Thursday.
School District of Waukesha votes to close 2 schools, sell building
The School District of Waukesha board voted on Wednesday night to close down Bethesda and Hawthorn Elementary schools – and sell the Whittier Elementary building.
MPS awarded $23M federal grant to help prep students for college
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a seven-year, $23 million grant to MPS, the district's superintendent announced on Wednesday.
States add gun safety to school curriculums
Several states, including Arkansas, Tennessee and Utah, have passed new laws requiring schools to teach gun safety to students as young as five.
Wisconsin school, district report cards for 2024-25 released
Wisconsin grades schools and districts. The latest information released on Tuesday, Nov. 11, shows 94% of districts are meeting or exceeding expectations.
School District of Waukesha declining enrollment stirs emotional debate
The School District of Waukesha is dealing with declining enrollment by closing schools. For months, there has been a heated and emotional debate.
Spinal cord injuries; Wheelchair rugby athlete helps with key research
A paralyzed man finds freedom in wheelchair rugby. He collaborates with a Marquette lab to research improved breathing for SCIs.
Wisconsin DPI launches educator license revocation database
The Wisconsin DPI has launched a new database in response to criticism over how the department handles educator misconduct investigations.
Department of Education sued by states over new loan forgiveness rule
The Education Department recently announced specific guidelines employers must meet under an amended rule to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Some Head Starts to close due to shutdown funding lapse: What we know
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
Wisconsin school cellphone use limits, Evers signs bipartisan bill
Wisconsin became the 36th state to limit cellphones and other electronic devices in school Friday, when its Democratic governor signed a bill requiring districts to prohibit phone use during class time.
Trump administration to limit student loan forgiveness for some borrowers working in public service
The administration’s new rule starts next year and it may restrict loan forgiveness for some borrowers relying on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to pay off their debt.
Federal shutdown threatens Sheboygan Head Start program, others statewide
A federal government shutdown now stretching into 30 days is putting early childhood education programs at risk in Wisconsin, including Head Start in Sheboygan County.
Milwaukee school board approves $1.6B budget; homeowners to see tax bump
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved a $1.6B budget, raising the tax levy nearly 3%, and while homeowners will pay more, parents support the added school funding.
Records: Ex-MPS principal in gun cover-up had prior discipline
Newly released records reveal a history of discipline involving a former Milwaukee Public Schools principal who was criminally charged last year after a student brought a gun to school.
Marquette poll: Wisconsin voters unfamiliar with governor candidates
A new Marquette Law poll found most Wisconsin voters have not yet decided who they'll vote for in next summer's governor race primary.
MPS budget: School board approves superintendent's $1.6B plan
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors on Tuesday unanimously approved the MPS superintendent's $1.6 billion proposed final budget for 2025-26.
MPS holding 6 job fairs through December at schools, central services
Milwaukee Public Schools will be holding monthly job fairs at three schools in addition to the district's Central Services