Tag: teaching
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Iowa K-12 Enrollment Continues Gradual Decline as School Choice Expands
Iowa’s K-12 enrollment declined to 515,221 students in fall 2025, with public school districts experiencing a 1.53% drop. This aligns with national trends driven by demographic shifts, not policy changes. Alternative education options like open enrollment and ESAs grew significantly, reflecting parental demand for choice in education amidst these declines.
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Wisconsin’s Reading Crisis Deepens: New Report Shows State’s “Science of Reading” Intervention Falling Short
A report from Wisconsin’s Legislative Audit Bureau reveals the state’s K–3 reading intervention program is failing to adequately support struggling students. Key issues include inconsistent screenings, insufficient teacher training, and lack of effective oversight. Parents are concerned about the ongoing literacy crisis, emphasizing the need for urgent and measurable reform in early education.
Wisconsin Bay News 