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Jul 05

State superintendent statement on Gov Evers’ signing of biennial budget

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today in response to Governor Evers’ signing of the 2023-25 biennial...
Jun 30

July 1 general school aids estimate released

MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today released an estimate of the general school aids each public school district will...
Jun 21

State superintendent statement on coming to agreement on reading instruction legislation

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today on coming to an agreement with legislators to support AB 321...
Jun 08

State superintendent releases statement on proposed literacy instruction legislation

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement on legislation, LRB-2748/LRB-3540, introduced earlier today in...
Jun 01

Lessons taught and lessons learned: Reflecting on a school year

A graduation editorial by State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly
As educators, we are taught to be reflective practitioners, always looking at how a lesson went to learn how to teach it better next time. When I...
May 26

Summer Food Service Program ready to kickoff

Program provides 2.6 million nutritious meals to children, teens in low-income areas during summer months
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today it has started working with eligible organizations interested in providing...
May 24

2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey Summary Report now available

Report shows Wisconsin students face significant mental health challenges, additional support needed
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced that the 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey Summary Report is now available on...
May 23

Three Wisconsin high school seniors receive high national honor

Students named U.S. Presidential Scholars for academic achievement
MADISON — Three Wisconsin students have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars by the U.S. Department of Education, one of the nation’s highest honors...
May 17

Dozens of Wisconsin students honored for academic achievement through GEAR UP initiative

38 students complete program supporting traditionally underrepresented students
GREEN BAY — Last weekend, 38 students from across Wisconsin solidified their dedication toward academic success by completing the Wisconsin...
May 11

Five educators selected 2024 Wisconsin Teachers of the Year

Recipients honored for commitment to students, colleagues, school and community
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today that five educators from across the state have been named 2024 Wisconsin...