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Education Watch: Milwaukee test scores hit rock bottom, children’s futures hang in the balance

Education Watch: Milwaukee test scores hit rock bottom, children’s futures hang in the balance

Jun 23, 2022 | Wisconsin Voices Blog

From the Milwaukee Board of School Directors: Important state Forward Exam scores won’t come out until October, but the previews are frightening. Green predicts college-track ability and yellow and red predict catastrophic performance. Only 14.6% of students look...
Economy Watch: The Wisconsin Department of Revenue released updated tax collections data this week.

Economy Watch: The Wisconsin Department of Revenue released updated tax collections data this week.

Jun 22, 2022 | Wisconsin Voices Blog

General Purpose Revenue tax collections for Wisconsin remain strong, reported by the Department of Revenue to be higher than last year through the first 11 months of the fiscal year. It’s encouraging that state tax cuts continue to drive a strong economy, but that the...
3 Questions With: Keith Gilkes Chairman & CEO of Platform Communications

3 Questions With: Keith Gilkes Chairman & CEO of Platform Communications

Jun 17, 2022 | Wisconsin Voices Blog

1. What technology or trend are you most excited about for the future? I think the most intriguing concept is deploying digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence within the Wisconsin state government to aid in the delivery of services and programs to...
Education Watch: Gov. Evers: Wisconsin’s schools #8 nationwide? Reality: nope!

Education Watch: Gov. Evers: Wisconsin’s schools #8 nationwide? Reality: nope!

Jun 17, 2022 | Wisconsin Voices Blog

Like any nervous student, Gov. Evers has fudged a bad report card. But the truth is that Wisconsin has punched below its weight for a long time. As scores drop compared to other states, it looks like we had an educational head start but are about to get lapped. ...
3 Questions With: Commissioner Ellen Nowak, Public Service Commission of WI

3 Questions With: Commissioner Ellen Nowak, Public Service Commission of WI

Jun 10, 2022 | Wisconsin Voices Blog

1. What is the number one challenge facing Wisconsin today and why? Inflation and gas prices.  This impacts all Wisconsinites and is due, in part, to irresponsible government policies, excessive spending, and too many handouts. The increased gas prices are...
Education Watch: Racine USD rejects $2.7 million in savings, keeps elementary school open despite 81 students and 15 teachers leaving

Education Watch: Racine USD rejects $2.7 million in savings, keeps elementary school open despite 81 students and 15 teachers leaving

Jun 9, 2022 | Wisconsin Voices Blog

From The Racine Journal Times: “Because of those factors, RUSD administration recommended closing Dr. Jones, 3300 Chicory Rd., after the 2021-22 school year… [School Board President Jane] Barbian said the school district’s financial health was her main concern. She...
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