Ask Wisconsin voters what issues they care about most in the midterm elections - and education is right at the top of the list, just behind the economy. Voters even support increasing school spending rather than cutting their property taxes. Perhaps this isn’t surprising in a state where education has been a political flashpoint since Republican Gov. Scott Walker first took office in 2011. Walker slashed spending, including for schools, and weakened teacher and other public employee unions. He also expanded school choice. Now running for his third term, he is facing a man with a dramatically different view of education. His Democratic opponent, longtime elected superintendent Tony Evers, wants to shore up traditional public schools. Evers told Education Week, “I’ve fought for schools rather than bringing them down.” But Walker, who increased school funding in his last budget, is now claiming he’s “The Education Governor”. Right now this race is too close to call.
Reading & Literacy
Video
Teachers, Try This: Teach Reading Through Hopscotch
For students at all reading levels, these hopscotch mats create a fun and supportive daily reading practice.
Student Well-Being
Video
Where These Urban Students Get To Learn About (and in) the Outdoors
This urban school district gives students the opportunity to learn in and about the outdoors at their district-owned farm.
College & Workforce Readiness
Video
College Board Official: We Don’t Dictate How AP Courses Are Taught
College Board offers insight on its course expectations, and methods for improving student diversity within those classes.
Teaching
Video
VIDEOS: Tips for New Teachers From State Teachers of the Year
State teachers of the year offer tips for new teachers on a range of topics.
