Student robotics tournament in Brookfield, 28 teams compete
STEM students from across Wisconsin took part in the Battle of Brookfield robotics tournament Saturday morning, Feb. 3.
Black History Month at Marquette, event kicks off celebrations
Marquette University has a series of events in store for Black History Month. The celebrations kicked off with a luncheon Thursday, Feb. 1.
Black History Month; Marquette exhibit, photographs from community
Inside a Marquette museum, achievements and struggles in Milwaukee’s Black community are now on display.
Wauwatosa East musical set on unique stage: 'It's so intimate'
Wauwatosa East High School students are putting on a "Bright Star" musical that pushes a transformative theme – and incorporates a unique set design.
Raymond School Board member resigns: report
A Raymond School Board member is stepping down ahead of a recall election.
Wisconsin open enrollment application period for 2024-25 opens Feb. 5
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced the online application period for the Public School Open Enrollment Program for the 2024-25 school year opens on Monday, Feb. 5.
UW-Milwaukee agreement with 4 regional technical colleges
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has reached new agreements with four regional technical colleges that will guarantee admission for their graduates.
Which US states still require students to learn cursive handwriting?
Cursive has been making a comeback in U.S. classrooms, with research showing its benefits for learning. But not everyone supports its instruction in an increasingly digital age with an already-full curriculum.
UW-Whitewater racist incident; students react to display, chants
A group of people projected a swastika on a residence hall at a University of Wisconsin-Whitewater dorm and chanted racist words on Sunday night, Jan. 21.
More than 200 teachers must pay back bonuses they accidentally received from school
Charlotte teachers mistakenly received bonus payments after a payroll error by the school district.
Water main break, 14th and Kilbourn near Marquette University
A broken water main caused some minor street flooding near Marquette University on Sunday, Jan. 21.
Ohio lawmakers propose paying students to attend school and graduate
A proposed bill would give students between $250 and $750 for graduating high school.
Biden cancels student loan debt for another 74K borrowers
Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.
Wisconsin school strip searches, Assembly OKs changes to law
The Wisconsin Assembly passed changes to a state law regarding school strip searches, making it illegal to conduct searches down to the underwear.
Sonic is honoring teachers with free food and drinks this week
According to the fast-food giant, educators can enjoy the special offer each day from Jan. 16-19.
Milwaukee Public Schools closed Tuesday due to cold temperatures
Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 16 due to the cold temperatures.
MLK Day service project brings art to schools
More than 250 volunteers gave their time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, Jan. 15.
Dwyane Wade $3M gift to Marquette; grow literacy, men's basketball
Marquette University announced on Monday, Jan. 15 that alumnus and NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade has committed to a $3 million gift that will make a major impact on three areas at the university.
