The division for school athletic programs, that are part of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA), will be determined using a points-based system beginning in the 2024-25 school year. The “competitive balance plan” was recently approved at the WIAA’s annual meeting to make state tournaments more competitive. It promotes teams that consistently achieve postseason success to [...]
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Nominations for Rising Scientist Award
May 18, 2023
Five high school students nationwide are annually recognized by the Child Mind Institute for their exceptional interest and achievement in psychology, neuroscience or biomedical engineering. Students who receive a Rising Scientist Award will be given a $2,000 scholarship for college, an opportunity to present their research at a professional symposium and recognition at a national awards ceremony. [...]
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Free Math Curriculum Sample
May 18, 2023
Considering upgrading your middle school math curriculum next school year? According to a recent efficacy study, the Desmos Math curriculum for 6th, 7th and 8th grades significantly improves math achievement among middle school students. The study, conducted by the independent research agency WestEd, analyzed data from nearly 900 schools in nine states. The results showed [...]
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Choice Schools: Moving Forward with Your Mission
May 11, 2023
A recent article scrutinized several WCRIS member schools’ administration of the Parental Choice Programs. WCRIS schools are operating in accordance with their missions and beliefs and are compliant with the laws that regulate the choice programs. We encourage you to revisit the six points from last week’s Current Events story if you are participating in or considering [...]
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Time Is Running Out to Support Student Safety
May 11, 2023
Hardening school buildings is essential but expensive. A one-time Health and Safety Grant would allow private K-12 schools to make necessary infrastructure updates, like installing cameras, locks, intercoms, hard core doors and alarms. “As a retired law enforcement officer, I have a good understanding of the school’s needs for school safety… With additional dollars and adequate funding [...]
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Second Busing Deadline on Monday
May 11, 2023
A list of students’ names, grades and addresses who are eligible for district transportation is due to the school boards in your attendance area by this Monday, May 15. School boards can extend the deadline at their discretion so be sure to check with them on their expectations. To account for future enrollees, WCRIS recommends including [...]
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WISEdata Wisdom
May 11, 2023
Another WISEdata snapshot is upcoming on May 23 for schools participating in the Parental Choice Programs. Check out the account below, submitted to WCRIS by sponsor Sycamore Education, about meeting WISEdata snapshot deadlines. WISEdata is the data collection system that allows Wisconsin schools to submit required metrics to the DPI through their own student information [...]
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School Choice: Looking to the Future
May 04, 2023
As the Legislature hashes out the state budget due by June 30, WCRIS has fielded questions about the Parental Choice Programs. Though it’s unlikely that the Democratic governor will sign anything from the Republican legislature that advances or expands school choice, it’s equally as unlikely that the Republican legislature will help any effort that harms [...]
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Need More Space for New Students?
May 04, 2023
Learn how to cut the cost of capital projects with the Wisconsin Health and Educational Facilities Authority (WHEFA). Created by state law, WHEFA offers tax-exempt financing for Wisconsin nonprofits which can be used for new construction, building additions or renovation projects. It’s recommended to be most cost effective for projects of $3 million or more. Several [...]
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Teacher Earns Governor’s Award
May 04, 2023
Brenda Mears from Fox Valley Lutheran High School recently met Governor Tony Evers while receiving the 2022 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award during a ceremony at the State Capitol. She was one of nine recipients who were selected for their efforts in helping Wisconsinites build financial literacy skills. Congratulations, Brenda! Check out photos of the event.
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