WI School Boards

🎥 Students from nine Wisconsin districts are raising their voices to celebrate public schools & their futures. We traveled 600 miles to capture their stories—now we need you to watch, share & spread the message.

⏰ Two weeks to go! The application deadline for the Linn‑Bloomfield J4 School District superintendent position is Friday, April 3. 📌 Details and application info: ow.ly/66gK50YmxC7

Take a moment to watch this great video by Captivate Media, WSPRA, and WASBO breaking down public school funding in Wisconsin.

As negotiations over the state surplus continue, Speaker Robin Vos weighed in on next steps while Assembly Democrats proposed a plan focused on increasing general school aid and raising special education reimbursement to 60%. Read more: ow.ly/8y9Y50Yw4Ku

🎥 March Legal & Legislative Video Update is live! Get up to speed on 2026 school board elections, teacher contract decisions, key court cases, new federal guidance and the latest from the Legislature. 👉 Watch now: ow.ly/49Bk50Yw5a4

The WASB Legal and Government Relations teams will be live today at noon for the March Legal & Legislative Video Update. Watch for an email from WASB with your link to join this complimentary session.

Middleton High School students are waging a nationwide fight against hunger, which as earned them the 2026 William R. Simms Award for Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy from the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Read more in the article below. ow.ly/5ORe50YvnWw

Today marks the Senate’s final general floor day of the session. 📅 The agenda includes seven K–12 bills already approved by the Assembly. Get the details in our latest Legislative Update blog post: ow.ly/BNkp50YviCK

Snowy days = the perfect time to catch up on this week’s eConnection ❄️ Inside: the 2027 State Education Convention theme, school safety webinars, upcoming WASB events & the Superintendent Evaluation Framework. Read now: ow.ly/1WIh50YuXct

🎉 The wait is over—our 2027 Convention theme is here! 🎉 ✨ Leading Today. Shaping Tomorrow. ✨ Join us as we focus on growing your leadership skills, strengthening your district and shaping the future of education for generations to come. Learn more: ow.ly/1cxV50Ysz6L

Happy Pi Day to Wisconsin public schools! 🥧 Drop a comment with your favorite kind of pie—though let’s be honest, it’s pecan.

🚨 Big news is coming next Monday! 🚨 We’ll be revealing the official theme for the 2027 State Education Convention—but until then, let’s have some fun. What do you think next year’s theme will be? 👇 Drop your guess in the comments!

Cochrane Fountain City Schools has transformed traditional classroom learning with the unveiling of a new engagement lab that brings the magical world of Harry Potter into education. 🧙‍♂️🪄 Check out this innovative project in the article below. ow.ly/GNP250YtvO1

🚨 Application deadline tomorrow 🚨 The Salem School District is seeking its next superintendent. If you’re ready to lead, inspire and make a lasting impact, don’t miss this opportunity. 🗓️ Application deadline: March 13 👉 Apply here: ow.ly/8O1350XUiJm

Excellent example of community partnership in Stevens Point. They’re launching the Point Proud Schools 2040 Task Force, engaging local residents to collaborate on long‑term planning and improvements for public schools across the district. Learn more: ow.ly/aIjP50YrSWm

This week’s eConnection brings you everything you need to prepare for the New School Board Member Gatherings. Plus, dive into Dan Rossmiller’s op-ed on school funding and catch up on the latest bills signed into law. All that (and more) at the link below. ow.ly/UetZ50Yrty4

New School Board Member Gatherings are officially on the calendar! We can’t wait to welcome Wisconsin’s newest board members April 21–23. With 14 in‑person meetings across the state, there’s a session near you. 👉 Find your regional meeting: ow.ly/i60Y50YrfRT

Big news today out of Madison. Gov. Evers has signed two bills designed to protect children/students against sexual grooming. Learn more about the bills in the latest Legislative Update Blog. ow.ly/jXIK50YqnF3

🚨 Application deadline in one week 🚨 The Salem School District is seeking its next superintendent. If you’re ready to lead, inspire and make a lasting impact, don’t miss this opportunity. 🗓️ Application deadline: March 13 👉 Apply here: ow.ly/8O1350XUiJm

📱Cell Phone Ban Analysis New legislation would require school boards to implement policies prohibiting student use of wireless devices throughout the entire school day. Read the WASB’s full analysis of the proposal in our latest Legislative Update Blog: ow.ly/mb6f50YpRP6

New data published today from the DPI shows Wisconsin’s graduation rates increased again in 2024-25, building on the previous year’s historic high, while student attendance rates also improved. See the full report in the latest Legislative Update Blog. ow.ly/xwY350YpRGi