October 2026 Wisconsin School News

The October issue of Wisconsin School News covers key issues shaping public education across Wisconsin. Readers will find a comparison of the K-12 education platforms of gubernatorial candidates David Crowley and Tom Tiffany, highlighting differing approaches to school funding, accountability, parental rights, teacher support and student technology use. The magazine also examines how the Medford and Hudson school districts are addressing cellphone use in schools to improve student engagement and reduce distractions.

A special education funding analysis explores disparities between public schools and private schools participating in the Special Needs Scholarship Program, raising questions about funding equity and predictability. The issue also profiles Ben Strupp, a Wisconsin SkillsUSA champion who represented the United States at the 2026 WorldSkills Competition. Rounding out the issue is a practical guide to school construction projects, helping school leaders better understand planning, budgeting and project management.

View the complete issue two ways: a PDF (scroll through pages from top to bottom) or on the web (flip through pages one at a time by clicking arrows on the right and left).