Wisconsin Education News
August 25, 2026
A daily update of education news and events that are taking place around Wisconsin.
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Superintendent: Gegan Elementary School could reopen as soon as February
Monday, Menasha's school board was given a tornado recovery update.
MMSD board approves new names for three Madison schools
The Madison Metropolitan School District Board of Education has approved new names for three schools, with the changes taking effect for the 2026-27 school year.
Jim Strick to become next Communications Director at WIAA
Jim Strick has been named the next Communications Director for the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA). Strick, currently the Communications Director for the Neenah Joint School District, will join the WIAA on Sept. 28. He will work alongside current director Todd Clark until Clark’s retirement on Jan. 15, 2027.
Dodgeville schools ask taxpayers for help as state funding falls short
The Dodgeville School District is asking voters to approve a $1.9 million operational referendum in November.
River Falls School District receives grants as board looks at goals for 2026-27
River Falls Superintendent David Bell introduced new grants as the board reviewed several other items also set for the upcoming school year.
Manitowoc Public Schools partners with Menasha to offer virtual learning
The Manitowoc Public School District is partnering with The Menasha Joint School District to offer K-8 students virtual learning options while staying enrolled in MPSD.
Education Company Working With Kiel School District Provides Update On Future Building Solutions
A company working with the Kiel Area School District says it will try to find a practical solution to the district’s building needs.
Fort Board of Education approves 2.63% raises
The School District of Fort Atkinson Board of Education approved a 2.63% raise for all staff and a new English textbook curriculum for grades 9-11, totaling around $85,000, in its Aug. 20 meeting.
Janesville students start year in new schools after Washington Elementary flooding
Students in the Janesville School District returned to class Monday, including Washington Elementary students who are starting the year at different schools after flooding closed their building at the end of the last school year.
Elkhart Lake High School Addition Progress
The Elkhart Lake-Glenbeulah School District is building a $39.6 million addition to the high school that will serve as the district’s new middle school.
'We're in this together': New Glarus School District provides classroom supplies for all students
Students in the New Glarus School District started the year with sharpened pencils, notebooks and other essentials already waiting at their desks — all purchased by the district.
'I’ve always been an advocate for all students': Green Bay’s new Superintendent Michael Hernandez outlines his first-year focus
It’s back-to-school for the fourth largest school district in the state. Green Bay’s first official day of school will be Monday, Aug. 31.
De Pere High School ranked in top 4% of Best High Schools in America
De Pere High School is among the top 4% of schools in the country and the highest ranked in the Green Bay area, according to U.S. News and World Report’s Best High Schools in America rankings in 2026, which evaluate more than 18,000 schools every year. Interim Superintendent Andy Bradford said the ranking reflects work done in early grades as well as the district’s graduate profile.
MPS teachers get free classroom supplies at first-ever drive-through as out-of-pocket costs add up
Hundreds of dollars for paper, pencils, markers, art supplies and other classroom essentials can quickly add up for teachers preparing for a new school year.
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