Assembly Session Education Roundup

By MacIver Institute - February 23, 2016

Accountability, Education, Gov. Walker, Higher-Ed, K-12, Property Taxes, School Choice, Scott Walker, Special Education, Special Needs Scholarships

By Ola Lisowski, MacIver Institute Research Associate – In their last week of legislative session, the Assembly and Senate passed dozens of bills. One particular issue – education – deserves extra attention because of the crucial role it plays. In this roundup, we focus on just that – education. Read More Assembly Session Education Roundup

Legislators React to Major Education Policy Changes in Budget

By MacIver Institute - May 20, 2015

Charter Schools, Democrats, Education, Education Reform, JFC, Legislature, Private Schools, Public Schools, Republicans, School, School Choice, Special Needs Scholarships, Vouchers

MacIver News Service – The legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance approved a 29-page omnibus education package shortly before 2 a.m. on Wednesday that would increase funding for K-12 schools, expand the statewide school choice program and create a special needs scholarship for students with disabilities to attend the school or their choice. Read More Legislators React to Major Education Policy Changes in Budget

Joint Finance Passes Omnibus Education Package That Increases K-12 Funding

By MacIver Institute - May 20, 2015

Budget, Charter Schools, Education, Education Reform, JFC, Private Sector, Public Schools, School, Schools, Special Needs, Special Needs Scholarships, State Budget

MacIver News Service – The legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) debated portions of the state budget well into Wednesday morning, and its main focus was on a 29-page omnibus education package that passed on a 12-4 vote along party lines. Read More Joint Finance Passes Omnibus Education Package That Increases K-12 Funding

What’s Next for K-12 Education in Wisconsin After the 2014 Elections?

By Policy Staff - November 12, 2014

Charter Schools, DPI, Education Reform, EE, Governor Walker, School Accountability, Special Needs Scholarships, Vouchers, Wisconsin

Four previous years of Walker’s policies have set the stage for his next four. A look back at the Governor’s educational work shows an emphasis on K-12 educational reform. In 2011 alone, the state expanded vouchers outside of Milwaukee’s city limits, introduced transparent systems for grading Wisconsin’s teachers and public schools, and placed a greater emphasis on literacy in early childhood education. Read More What’s Next for K-12 Education in Wisconsin After the 2014 Elections?