Wisconsin Education News
October 16, 2026
A daily update of education news and events that are taking place around Wisconsin.
1 in 4 choice students skipped state's Forward Exam, DPI data show
Similar to test scores at public schools statewide, math and literacy proficiency rates for Wisconsin's private school choice students in third through eighth grade have remained relatively flat, according to recently released data from last year's Forward Exam.
Appleton tax bills will include private school voucher costs; debate 'more than that'
Appleton's Common Council wants you to know where your tax money is going. It passed a resolution 13-1 last week to create a separate line on the tax bill to show how much money is supporting private school vouchers. The Grand Chute Town Board passed the same resolution, meaning this applies to all Appleton Area School District residents living in Appleton or Grand Chute.
Green Bay high school students gain hands-on experience building a home
Students in the Green Bay Area Public School District are gaining real-world construction experience by helping build a home.
Dept. of Public Instruction: Releases 2026-27 general school aids
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today published state general school aids that school districts will receive during the current school year. By law, the DPI is required to release certified aid figures by Oct. 15 annually. This certification replaces the aid estimate released on July 1.
Free After-School Program Opens in Northern Door
Northern Door students in third grade and up have a new place to go after school, thanks to a partnership between the Boys and Girls Club of Door County and Door County Auditorium (DCA).
District staff salaries finalized for 2026-27
The Oregon School District Board of Education finalized and approved the salaries of the district’s staff for the 2026-27 school year at their meeting on Monday, Oct. 12.
Farm to School
The Albany School District recently announced the launch of a new Farm-to-School program. The district is looking for local farmers, families, and community members who are interested in donating or selling fresh, locally grown, or produced foods for the school.
MPSD Looks to Sell Former Jackson Elementary School
Manitowoc’s former Jackson Elementary School is now up for sale. The district’s Finance and Facility Committee asked the full board on Tuesday to approve a 60-day window to see whether it gets offers for the building.
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