Wisconsin Education News
August 31, 2026
A daily update of education news and events that are taking place around Wisconsin.
MMSD transportation ready for start of school year
The Madison Metropolitan School District’s (MMSD) transportation team is ready to roll into the new school year. Not only are buses fully staffed by qualified and trained drivers, transportation access for more than 100 students has been expanded and 25 new transportation routes have been added in several areas around the city.
Wisconsin school phone law limits devices during class
Wisconsin students will have to unplug during instructional time under a new state law restricting the use of wireless communication devices in classrooms.
SPASH prepares students for life after high school
Thinking about life after high school can be scary, but important to consider. Students in the Stevens Point Area School District start talking about life after high school as early as seventh grade. When students get to SPASH, they start digging into those options during their junior year.
W-F School Board approves referendum question
The Weyauwega-Fremont Board of Education has approved a resolution to place a facilities referendum question on the November 3, 2026 ballot following months of facility planning, community feedback and project refinement.
Ribbon Cutting Welcomes New Outdoor Classroom to Sevastopol
In the woods behind Sevastopol School, a different kind of classroom is emerging as the school year begins. An outdoor classroom with a stage, whiteboards, benches that convert to picnic tables, and a shed will give students hands-on learning in nature across subjects like art, science, reading, writing, drama, and physical education, among others.
SCC School Board receives updates on summer projects
The St. Croix Central School Board heard the latest on the summer projects during its August meeting.
Kohler School District Holding Strategic Plan Community Engagement Sessions
With the first day of school just days away in the Village of Kohler, the school district is looking to hear from residents as they plan for the future.
Lien Elementary registration goes paperless, saves families and staff time
Lien Elementary ditched its traditional paper back-to-school packets this year in favor of a fully digital registration and communication system, Principal Megan Challoner told the Amery School Board Monday, with early results showing strong family buy-in and savings in staff time and postage.
District updating employee alcohol and drug policy
Provides protection for reporting instances
Toys for Tots’ Operation Turn the Page Unlocks Futures Through Books
Across the Nation, millions of children are preparing to head back to school—filled with excitement, opportunity, and promise. But for far too many children, the year begins with a challenge: limited access to the books and educational resources that are essential to academic success.
Green Bay starts new school year with new superintendent, new goals
The Green Bay Area Public School District started a new school year Monday, marking the first day of classes under new Superintendent Mike Hernandez.
Gegan Elementary students split between two schools as new year begins
Monday marked the first day of school for many area districts, including Menasha, where students from Gegan Elementary School started the year divided between Clovis Grove and Butte des Morts elementary schools.
Local referendum updates heading into school year
With school starting up, one local school is already looking to the November ballot for a referendum. Several local schools have pursued them recently with different results.
Washington Elementary students start school year at different buildings after flood damage
Washington Elementary students are back in class at Adams and Madison Elementary schools as Washington Elementary remains closed due to severe flood damage.
Educators gather to build career pathways for students
Wis. School districts, employers, workforce agencies, postsecondary partners and community organizations from across northwest Wisconsin recently gathered at the Great Lakes Visitor Center in Ashland for CESA 12’s Youth Apprenticeship Partner Networking and Program Planning Workshop.
Sparta school district makes cuts for school year after failed referendum, but funding gap looms long-term
As students head back to class, many Wisconsin school districts are facing financial questions that taxpayers have to answer through a referendum.
Madison School Board debates how to review student discipline policy
As the Madison School Board moves toward creating an ad hoc committee to examine the district’s student discipline policy for the first time in years, board members raised questions Friday about the proposed committee’s membership, structure and focuses.
High School students can earn college credit through Lakeshore College's Lenny's Leap
Lenny’s Leap at Lakeshore College is a dual enrollment program that helps students earn college credit while still in high school, creating clear, student-centered pathways toward a degree or career.
Wilmot UHS students compete in 2026 HOSA International Leadership Conference
Five Wilmot Union High School students earned the opportunity to compete on the international stage at the 2026 HOSA International Leadership Conference, held June 16–21 in Indianapolis.
La Crosse’s North Woods students earn free books with new vending machine
Students at La Crosse’s North Woods Elementary can now get free books from a new vending machine — a reward for good behavior.
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