Wisconsin school report cards published; how to check your school's grade
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) on Tuesday, Nov. 19 published public and choice school and district report cards for the 2023-24 school year.
Watertown school gender guidelines; board votes on new policy
A gender war vote within the Watertown Unified School District, which is leading to possible big changes for students in the district.
Former MPS board member Aisha Carr's hearing set for Thursday
Milwaukee County prosecutors are responding to claims of discrimination against a former Milwaukee Public Schools board member.
Oklahoma schools chief wants to make students watch announcement of new religious department
In the video, the state superintendent prays for President-elect Donald Trump and says religious liberty has been attacked and patriotism mocked “by woke teachers unions."
Shigella infection reported at Milwaukee school; what to know
According to the Milwaukee Health Department, a case of shigellosis was reported at La Escuela Fratney. It can cause stomach pain, diarrhea and fever.
Wisconsin school referendums, voters approve record number: study
Wisconsin voters saw and approved a record number of school referendums on their ballots in 2024, according to a report released Thursday.
Trump calls to 'disband' the Department of Education
President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly mentioned "disbanding" and "de-powering" the Department of Education during his campaign. What does that mean for you?
Kenosha school threat; first school board meeting held after incident
The Kenosha Unified School District held its first school board meeting since the school shooting scare at Roosevelt Elementary School last Thursday, Nov. 7.
Speak Up, Speak Out tips rose 40% last school year: Wisconsin DOJ
According to the Wisconsin DOJ, tips to its school safety threat reporting system were up more than 40% last school year compared to the year prior.
Pius XI HS threatening graffiti; in-person learning resumes Tuesday
Pius XI Catholic High School is planning for students to return to the building on Tuesday, Nov. 12 following a vandalism incident.
Student loan forgiveness: Trump's win brings uncertainty to borrowers
From its launch, President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness has faced pushback from Republican opponents.
Milwaukee loses to Northern Iowa Thursday
Tytan Anderson had 19 points in Northern Iowa's 87-68 victory against Milwaukee on Thursday night.
Hartland Arrowhead operations, facilities referendums split decision
There were two referendums in Hartland this election day – and they ended with different results.
Robinsons' lawsuit against University School of Milwaukee dismissed
A lawsuit brought against University School of Milwaukee, filed by former first lady Michelle Obama's brother and his wife, was dismissed with prejudice.
Marquette poll: Harris lead over Trump narrows among likely voters
Former President Donald Trump has pulled closer to Vice President Kamala Harris in the latest Marquette University Law School poll of Wisconsin.
UW System overall enrollment increases, fall 2024 data shows
Overall enrollment in the Universities of Wisconsin system's four-year schools ticked upward this fall compared with last year, data released Tuesday shows.
MPS Youth Chef Academy teaches kids different cooking skills
In the age of quick meals and fast food, some students are choosing to take a crash course in the kitchen.
Wisconsin schools budget proposal; $60M to recruit, retain educators
Wisconsin Superintendent Jill Underly proposed on Tuesday, Oct. 29 $59.5 million in new investments aimed at recruiting and retaining educators.
MPS school closures, mergers; board hears consultant's findings
The MPS school board discussed the likelihood of school closures or mergers on Tuesday, Oct. 29.
Wauwatosa school STEM cuts, board votes to phase out programs
The Wauwatosa school board voted Monday night to phase out its STEM charter school and two other programs.