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Mar 06

Wisconsin’s high school graduation rates reach record high

New, certified data part of the DPI’s annual release
MADISON — New data published today shows high school graduation rates in the state are at an all-time high.   For the 2023-24 school year, 91.1...
Mar 06

State superintendent urges focus on critical public education funding amid legislative distractions

MADISON – State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement ahead of today's Assembly Committee on Education hearing.   “...
Mar 04

State superintendent responds to U.S. Department of Education secretary’s call for federal education overhaul

Dr. Jill Underly warns of potential impact on Wisconsin students, families, communities
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly released the following statement today regarding U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon...
Mar 03

State superintendent calls for additional investment in education workforce as new report reveals urgent need

Data shows nearly half of new teachers leave Wisconsin or profession after seventh year
MADISON — A new report released today by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction highlights ongoing challenges in the state’s ability to...
Feb 26

Two Wisconsin school counseling programs receive Program of Excellence awards

Counselors from Little Chute, Elk Mound named inaugural recipients of award
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced that two school counseling programs have been awarded the highest honor in...
Feb 24

It's time to stand up for our kids

A guest editorial by State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly in honor of Public Schools Week
This week, as we celebrate Public Schools Week, let’s take a moment to honor the dedication and hard work of our students and teachers.   Public...
Feb 18

State superintendent applauds Gov. Evers’ budget proposal, investment in public education and libraries

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released the following statement regarding Gov. Tony Evers’ 2025-27 biennial budget,...
Feb 13

State superintendent statement on Milwaukee Public Schools operational audit report

MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today released the following statement regarding the release of an operational school audit report on...
Feb 06

DPI opposes bills undermining educator expertise and local control in Wisconsin schools

Legislators pursue political agendas at expense of students, teachers
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today criticized Republican lawmakers for advancing bills that undermine the expertise of Wisconsin’s...
Feb 04

State superintendent advocates for career and technical education expansion during visits to Kenosha and Oregon high schools

Dr. Underly proposed $60M to expand CTE programming across Wisconsin in budget request
MADISON — After proposing $60 million in investments to expand student programming through her biennial budget request, State Superintendent Dr. Jill...