Wisconsin Education News
October 6, 2026
A daily update of education news and events that are taking place around Wisconsin.
Madison school district considers adding new west side middle school
The Madison school district’s second draft of new attendance area maps would potentially build two new schools and change the boundaries for dozens of existing schools.
Madison schools expand free busing near hazardous crossings
The Madison Metropolitan School District has identified 10 roads and intersections as unusually hazardous for students walking to school, making about 100 students eligible for free bus service.
Winneconne recall organizers say petitions rejected, plan to appeal; Former admin speaks
Recall petitions against the president and vice president of the Winneconne Board of Education have been rejected, recall organizers say, adding another layer in ongoing contention in the small Winnebago County school district.
Winneconne school board begins search for interim administrator
The Winneconne School Board on Monday night began its search for a new interim district administrator after accepting Peggy Larson’s retirement last week.
MMSD partners to provide students free eye exams and prescription glasses
The Madison Metropolitan School District is partnering with Combat Blindness International and Vision To Learn to bring vision screenings, eye exams and prescription glasses directly to students at no cost.
Woman posed as MPS substitute teacher, berated kids: complaint
A woman is accused of posing as a Milwaukee Public Schools substitute teacher, going into a classroom and berating students in September.
River Falls is first public school district in Wisconsin to partner on food waste digester project, officials say
The River Falls School District has partnered with Vanguard Renewables to convert waste into renewable energy, becoming the first public school district in the state to do so, according to school officials.
Wautoma district gives update on injured football player Dominick Rooney
The Wautoma Area School District on Monday provided an update on behalf of the family of Dominick Rooney, a varsity football player who suffered a serious injury during Friday night’s game against Waupun.
Scholarships Open For Students Pursuing Career In Dairy
Calling high school seniors and college students with a passion for agriculture and the dairy industry! Applications for the Alan Koepke Memorial Scholarship are open through Dec. 1, 2026.
Donovan Group Brings 24/7 Crisis Communication Support to School Leaders in 15 States
Alaska and Oklahoma join statewide partners in Arizona, Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin.
AI use in the classroom scrutinized
Christopher Hoffmann, member of the Clintonville Board of Education, questioned why district administration is purchasing parts of Brisk AI tools without first consulting the board.
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