10 stories that defined K-12 education in the 2010s
10 stories that defined K-12 education in the 2010s Originally posted on Chalkbeat by Matt Barnum, Gabrielle LaMarr LeMee on December 20, 2019 Teacher evaluations. The Common Core. Betsy…
Wisconsin has widest achievement gap on nation’s report card
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin has the widest achievement gap between black and white students of any state based on results of a test known as the nation’s report card.…
University of Wisconsin enrollment drops 2.6%
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Enrollment at the University of Wisconsin dropped 2.6% percent compared to last year. Preliminary enrollment for the 2019 academic year announced by the university Thursday was…
Wisconsin test scores drop in English, math, ACT exam
By SCOTT BAUER Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin students’ standardized test scores dropped in English and math last school year, and the average ACT score for 11th graders…
Back to school 2019: Backpack, lunchbox and a drug test
By: Laura Ungar Thirteen-year-old Aura Brillhart and her 11-year-old sister, Morgan, will face a new sort of test in school this year: a drug test. The middle and high schools…
How to get preschoolers ready to learn math
Erica Zippert, Vanderbilt University and Bethany Rittle-Johnson, Vanderbilt University If you’re a parent of a preschooler, you might be wondering how you can help set your child up for success…
2 Wausau West students appointed to military service academies
By Shereen Siewert WAUSAU — Two students at Wausau West High School have accepted appointments to military service academies after a highly competitive process that requires a nomination from a…
UWMC announces name change
NEWS RELEASE — The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents approved name changes today for the UW-Stevens Point’s new branch campuses in Wausau and Marshfield. UW-Marathon County, located in…
Mosinee High School announces students of the month
Mosinee High School is recognizing these students of the month for March: Nick Duberstein, Jonathan Hytry, Nathan Vils, Trey Fitzgerald, Seth Kuhn, Camille Gorman and Marina Reifenrath. Congratulations, students! Photo…
Horace Mann announces citizens of the month
Congratulations to Horace Mann Middle School February Citizens of the Month. This month’s trait: “Respects others’ feelings, opinions and rights” Row 1: Ali Ramthun, Garrison Stockwell, Livian Thao, Noah Normington-Slay Row 2:…
D.C. Everest to present plans for $59.8M school referendum
By Raymond Neupert/South Metro Observer WESTON, Wis. – The DC Everest School board is meeting next week to discuss a general funding referendum for the Spring Elections. The board plans…
Mosinee School Board votes to keep Indians mascot
MOSINEE — Members of the Mosinee School Board this week voted against a proposal to change the school’s mascot. The current mascot is the Indian, though the district phased out…
UPDATED: School nixes outdoor ice rinks
WAUSAU — There will be no ice rinks on school grounds for the 2017-2018 season, marking the end of an era of outdoor playground rinks in Wausau. Decades ago, the…
NTC announces Law Enforcement Academy graduates
WAUSAU – Northcentral Technical College (NTC) is pleased to announce that seven area students graduated from NTC’s Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Academy on May 31. Those pictured include: front row…
Newman grads offered more than $2.4 million in scholarships
Newman Catholic High School is proud to announce the achievements of its 63rd graduating class of 2017. All NCHS graduates will continue to secondary education, including two graduates advancing to…
Chiropractor sports exams bill heads to Wisconsin Senate
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Chiropractors would be allowed to perform sports physicals under a bill headed to the Wisconsin state Senate for consideration. The Assembly approved the bill on a…
Horace Mann announces 2nd semester honor roll
Horace Mann Middle School is recognizing students for their academic achievements for the second semester of the 2016-2017 school year. Highest honors were awarded for a Grade Point Average of…
Horace Mann honors students of the month
Congratulations to Horace Mann Middle School May Citizens of the Month. This month’s trait was “is responsible for his or her work in the classroom.” Bottom step (6th grade): Logan Fike, Katherine Perkins, Mai Yer…
