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These Goats Have Jobs– They’re Not Kidding Around!

These goats are the GOAT at clearing invasive species. For a 20-day period over the…

Five Educators Selected 2024 Wisconsin Teachers of the Year

2024 Wisconsin Teachers of the Year (left to right): Brian Collins, Claudia…

GEAR UP Initiative Honors Academic Achievement of Underrepresented Wisconsin Students

The inaugural class of GEAR UP students. Thirty-eight students from across Wisconsin…

Educational Resources for Exploring Sikh Heritage in Wisconsin

Event alert: For Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join our Perspectives in Equity gathering highlighting the…

Wisconsin Teacher Brings Coping Skills Book, Curriculum to Students

A Q+A with Back Pocket author, founder Shaney Andler.  Shaney Andler is a special education teacher of 30 years, teaching in multiple…

Charlee, Rookie, and Casey: How De Pere Unified School District Has Gone to the Dogs

Charlee the chocolate lab is a very attentive reading pawtner for a De Pere…

Answer Our Reader Response Question of the Month!

We want to hear from you. Each month, we'll be asking you, our readers, to reflect on your experiences and give us the real scoop. Share your funny…

From Teaching Sportsmanship to Calming Anxiety: Oshkosh School Counselor Can't Believe How Quickly Sparty the Dog Has Made a Difference

Elementary school counselor Kaelee Heideman pawses for a picture with support…

Teacher Appreciation Week a Chance to Make Change

Valuing Teachers Requires Investment This week, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly wrote an impassioned guest editorial: "Appreciation…

Making School in Madison a Better Place to Be: The Benedict (Benny) Batman Jones Story 

Benny is a happy guy. Just a happy happy happy guy. As told by Michael Jones, special…