Wisconsin School News

October 2016

The October 2016 issue of Wisconsin School News features vibrant partnerships between school districts and businesses. The issue also discusses the characteristics of high-performing education systems in other countries, and examines solar power options for schools.

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Features

Teaming Up for Education
2016 WASB Business Honor Roll highlights strong business/education partners
Shelby Anderson

Learning from High Performers
Examining the education policies and practices of high-performing countries to build a world-class education system state by state

Is Solar Bright for Your School?
Lower costs, new financing options and incentives are helping bring solar to schools
Mark Hanson & Todd Bushmaker

School Board Survey
Statewide Annual Board Development Tool reports boards’ successes and areas of focus
Sue Peterson

From Homeless to Harvard
Education paved the way to success for Liz Murray
Liz Murray

Departments and Columns

Viewpoint
Valuing and Supporting Educators
John H. Ashley

Capitol Watch
2017-18 Legislative Session Preview

Association News
Upcoming Events: Meetings, Seminars, Workshops, Webinars

Legal Comment
District Disciplinary Proceedings Involving Students with Disabilities

Service Associate Q&A
Mark Jordan of Dairyland Busses discusses school transportation challenges