The state’s school-based COVID-19 testing program is coming to an end, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). The DHS and DPI are hosting a “program wind down webinar” for school administrators on April 25, 4-5 p.m. on what to expect. Register here.
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Next Week: Severe Weather Awareness
April 13, 2023
April 17-21 is Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week in Wisconsin. Be prepared for statewide tornado drills at 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, April 20. Use next week to practice your preparedness plan at your school and educate students about severe weather in Wisconsin. Recommend that families do the same during the evening drill. [...]
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Second Busing Deadline Upcoming
April 13, 2023
Now that you’ve submitted your school’s attendance area, a list of students who are eligible for and need transportation next year is due to school boards by May 15. But school boards can extend the deadline at their discretion. WCRIS recommends you check with them to make sure you’re aware of their deadlines. The list must [...]
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Congratulations WCRIS Kohl Awardees!
April 13, 2023
Principals, teachers and students from over 20 WCRIS member schools were recently recognized with a 2023 Herb Kohl Educational Foundation award. Teachers and principals will be presented with a $6,000 award for their dedication to students and work in and outside of the classroom. Student awardees will receive a $10,000 scholarship for their academic achievement [...]
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Thank You, Sycamore Education!
April 13, 2023
WCRIS would like to welcome another 2023 sponsor, Sycamore Education! Sycamore Education offers an affordable school management system that gives small to mid-sized private schools the power to streamline operations, enhance reporting and transform communication in your school community. Learn more here. Sponsorships keep WCRIS membership dues low and member benefits free. Check out all our sponsors.
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Submit Your Testimony Online
April 13, 2023
Thank you to those who have testified at a Joint Finance Committee (JFC) budget hearing! There’s one session remaining on April 26 at Lakeland Union High School in Minocqua. If you missed the hearing in your area, you can still show your support for WCRIS’ Private School Health and Safety grant proposal by submitting your comments virtually. Use [...]
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Budget Sessions Begin This Month
April 05, 2023
Today marked the first Joint Finance Committee (JFC) budget hearing at the Waukesha County Expo Center. There are three sessions left around the state: April 11: UW-Eau Claire Davies Student Center, Eau Claire; April 12: Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells; April 26: Lakeland Union High School, Minocqua. WCRIS urges you to attend the hearing in your area to support our proposed Private [...]
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Media Relations 101
April 05, 2023
WCRIS schools have recently received an influx of media inquiries as K-12 education is a headlining topic this legislative session. Some of these questions have challenged our schools’ beliefs and values. In response, WCRIS created a one-page “Media Relations 101” guide to help members confidently navigate media inquiries. You can find it in our website’s Membership [...]
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Artificial Intelligence: How Do Schools Respond?
April 05, 2023
A new artificial intelligence (AI) bot, ChatGPT, generates shockingly-accurate and convincingly-human answers to any question, presenting major implications for student cheating. The ChatGPT website and others like it are free and easily accessible, and most plagiarism-detection softwares can’t reliably flag AI text. To help you navigate the unfamiliar territory of AI, WCRIS staff attended a recent [...]
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School Safety: What Your School Can Do Now
March 30, 2023
This week’s heartbreaking incident in Nashville is a reminder that school safety should always be top-of-mind. The swift response of the school and law enforcement ended the tragedy before more lives were lost, which underscores the importance of seemingly simple measures such as practicing your school safety plan, installing solid-core doors and maintaining a strong relationship with [...]
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