Wisconsin Education NewsJune 22, 2026A daily update of education news and events that are taking place around Wisconsin. Is Your Team’s Hard Work Translating to Improved Student Outcomes? The Building Academy supports leaders in developing shared leadership systems and practices that translate into improved student outcomes and more balanced lives. As we enroll our 9th cohort, 100% of past participants would recommend the academy to a colleague interested in becoming a more impactful leader. "This experience has moved my school and me forward already in a short time and will have a lasting impact in the years to come. It was absolutely outstanding and I would recommend it to any aged leader." (from the evaluation of a past participant) Stop Chasing the Walkie: Addressing Student Behaviors & Increasing Academic Achievement Does the walkie-talkie take over your day? Does the walkie-talkie prevent you from getting to the important work? Does the walkie-talkie disrupt the work of others? Then the Climate Catalyst Academy is for you. This academy provides school leaders with the latest research and evidence-based strategies for cultivating a positive school climate and culture. Through interactive workshops, school leaders will learn how to gather and analyze school climate data, identify areas for improvement, and develop targeted action plans to address common behavior disruptions. New Wisconsin DPI reading leader says changes to literacy scores will take time A long-time Milwaukee and Madison educator will head Wisconsin’s Office of Literacy, taking over the role as the state tries to address declines in kids’ reading ability. Kaylee Jackson comes to the Department of Public Instruction after spending three years as the executive director of curriculum and instruction for the Madison Metropolitan School District. MPSD Superintendent Feels District Is In A Good Place While Transitioning To Next Year The Manitowoc Public School District is beginning to move teachers ahead of the next school year. This comes after the district voted earlier this year to close Madison and Jackson Elementary School as part of a consolidation plan. Black Hawk superintendent leaving district for Royall Black Hawk schools superintendent Willy Chambers is leaving the district after 29 years. Chambers has accepted the superintendent position with the Royall School District. His last day will be June 30. “We as a board want to wish Mr. Chambers the best wishes at Royall District,” said Dee Paulson, Black Hawk school board president. “We also would like to thank him for the tenure here at Black Hawk.” How these Madison students earned bilingual credentials on diplomas In recognition of her work and skills, Oseguera Paz graduated from La Follette High School this month with a Seal of Biliteracy on her diploma. The seal is an industry-recognized credential awarded to Wisconsin students who demonstrate proficiency in English and at least one other language. Wisconsin launches grant program to expand financial literacy education in schools LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — Two Wisconsin state agencies are teaming up to put more money behind financial literacy education, offering grants of up to $7,500 to help schools develop new programs and resources for students. Local educators say the timing could not be better. As students prepare to graduate and enter the workforce, many are doing so without a firm grasp of basic financial concepts — from reading a paycheck to building a budget. Citizens speak passionately about aquatic center ANTIGO — The Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center was the front and center focus of the public comment section of last Monday night’s Antigo School Board meeting. Antigo Swim Club President Paula Royce, Antigo School District Foundation President Tom Koss, Mary Jo Filbrandt, an original member of the dissolved pool board, and Myah Kielman, a former Antigo swimmer and coach, spoke of the importance the aquatic center is not only for the community but its students. WTMJ Conversations: Adam Steffan creates innovative theatre at Tosa West High School Adam Steffan has been the theatre teacher at Wauwatosa West High School since 2012. In that time, he’s gained a reputation for huge, boundary-pushing, sellout productions at the high school level. He joins WTMJ’s Libby Collins to discuss what he hopes to accomplish in high school theatre, what its like working with Broadway writers to premiere the first high school version of Dear Evan Hansen, and being recognized at the International Thespian Festival.
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