The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down almost all of Gov. Evers’ “Safer at Home Order” in its ruling May 13.
The Court did not, however, strike down the section of the Order that closed public and private K-12 schools. That section of the Order, as well as the defined terms referenced by that section, remains applicable and enforceable, according to the DPI.
“Therefore, the Court’s decision does not reopen schools, which remain closed through June 30th, the end of the current school year,” the DPI said in a statement.
The impact of the court’s decision on graduation ceremonies is uncertain. Schools remain closed so graduation ceremonies can not be held in the building. However, this raises questions about alternative venues (parking lots, stadiums, churches).
WCRIS has requested clarification from the DPI. In the meantime, school leaders are urged to contact their health departments and local law enforcement to review the plans you are proposing in order to gauge their impact on public health and safety.
WCRIS will continue to provide updates as they become available.
