Conservative groups sue to block Biden plan that cancels $39B in student loans
The Education Department called the suit “a desperate attempt from right wing special interests to keep hundreds of thousands of borrowers in debt.”
Back-to-school shopping, Milwaukee organization helps kids get ready
Wellpoint Care Networks and Meijer helped students and families get ready for school, donating supplies like backpacks and lunchboxes.
Florida bans AP Psychology course over sexual orientation, gender identity curriculum concerns: College Board
The Florida Department of Education has banned AP Psychology courses throughout the state due to sexual orientation and gender identity curriculum concerns, the College Board said in a statement Thursday.
UWM Learic Davis basketball camp for kids
Basketball can bring people together, and that is exactly what one Milwaukee man is trying to do. Lily Zhao goes Beyond the Game with UWM's newest recruit.
UW-Oshkosh layoffs, furloughs announced to shrink $18M deficit
UW-Oshkosh plans to lay off scores of employees, offer early retirement deals and impose furloughs as it grapples with a projected $18 million deficit.
Former Boston principal used nearly $40K of school funds to finance vacations to Barbados: FBI
Federal prosecutors allege Naia Wilson used the money for trips in 2016 and 2018.
International Baccalaureate Program, 3 MPS grade schools accepted
Milwaukee Public Schools announced three of its grade schools have been accepted into the International Baccalaureate program after a multiyear application process.
MPS, Children’s Wisconsin partnering; provide athletic training services
Milwaukee Public Schools and Children’s Wisconsin are partnering to provide athletic training services at varsity athletic competitions beginning with the fall 2023 sports season.
Fisher-Price unveils first-ever sensory line of toys for preschoolers
The company said it wants to create "a more inclusive play experience for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids, by allowing them to create their own unique play. "
Judge blocks Arkansas law allowing librarians to be charged over ‘harmful’ materials
The number of attempts to ban or restrict books across the U.S. last year was the highest in the 20 years the American Library Association has been tracking such efforts.
Milwaukee Back-to-School Health Fair; supplies, vaccinations offered
It might seem early, but it's already time for back-to-school shopping.
Cardinal Stritch bought for $24M, group that backs St. Augustine Prep
The Ramirez Family Foundation announced on Wednesday, July 26 that it has acquired the Cardinal Stritch University campus in an agreement worth $24 million.
Harvard's legacy admissions under investigation by US Education Department
Opening a new front in legal battles over college admissions, the U.S. Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Harvard University's policies on legacy admissions.
Most educated US cities: Milwaukee, Madison ranked in study
One Wisconsin city was recently named the fifth most education in the nation, according to a recent WalletHub study.
Dwyane Wade, Travis Diener literacy efforts give back to Milwaukee
Dwyane Wade and Travis Diener, former Marquette Golden Eagles men's basketball teammates, are making efforts to boost literacy in Milwaukee.
Legacy admissions: What you should know about the now-controversial college admissions practice
In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.
Milwaukee teacher attacked, accused parent pleads not guilty
A parent accused of beating up an MPS teacher pleaded not guilty and was bound over for trial. That teacher said she's still dealing with injuries.
Student loans: More than half of borrowers say they may miss a payment
Many student loan borrowers are worried they'll miss at least one payment when repayment begins, according to a survey by Morning Consult. But the Biden administration announced new student loan relief initiatives after the Supreme Court shut down its student loan forgiveness plan.
4-day school week gains popularity as more districts adopt model
Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.
Sam’s Club offering new memberships to teachers at discounted rate
The problem of classroom funding is widespread and Sam’s Club is looking to ease the burden for educators across the country with 60% off a new membership.