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Majority of Wisconsin kids fall short in math as legislators consider fix

By Mark LisheronDecember 4, 2025

As math proficiency continues to decline in Wisconsin schools, the Legislature is considering a plan to improve numeracy.

Wisconsin DPI mired in one scandal after another

November 20, 2025

Republican candidates join nationwide scrutiny of tenure

November 20, 2025

Most UW System schools’ enrollments are stagnant as tech colleges flourish

November 13, 2025

Money now more important than Milton or Macbeth at UW schools

November 13, 2025

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Another reason to vote “no” on MPS’ big $252 million referendum

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Questions arise about legitimacy of plan to give every Wisconsin newborn money for college

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As Milwaukee Public Schools seek $252 million more from taxpayers, a look at district’s spending, enrollment and staffing history

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