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Registration is now open for the 2026 Summer Learning Symposium! Join us July 10–11 in Stevens Point to connect with education leaders from across the state and gain practical strategies to prepare for the 2026–27 school year. 👉 Learn more and register: ow.ly/tBQb50YW7nz
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📢 Don’t miss this month’s MUST-KNOW updates! Join us Wednesday at noon for the WASB Legal & Legislative Video Update—your quick, essential rundown of what’s impacting school boards right now. 📬 Watch your inbox for the link from the WASB to join this complimentary session!
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🚨 The August primary ballot is set! Out of 129 state and federal races across Wisconsin, 47 will head to a primary contest. Want to see who’s running in your area? 👉 Check out the full candidate list in our latest Legislative Update Blog: ow.ly/chEQ50Zb9M7
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You may not recognize the name Margarethe Meyer Schurz—but you’ve definitely felt her impact. After moving from Germany to Watertown, she founded America’s very first kindergarten in 1856—changing education forever. Discover her story ⬇️ ow.ly/OKyp50ZbbEU
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The countdown is on! ⏳ We’re officially one week out from the deadline to submit breakout session proposals for the 2027 State Education Convention. Haven’t submitted yet? Click the link below and get started. #EdCon2027 ow.ly/9aHn50YzRXm
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🚨 Spots are filling fast for the Summer Learning Symposium! Join school board members from across Wisconsin for 2 days of ideas, connections, and practical strategies for the 2026–27 school year. Don’t miss out — register today! 👇 ow.ly/595Y50Z8WwJ
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More than 600 public schools have closed across Wisconsin in the last 20 years — and nearly 40% were in rural communities. What happens when a small town loses its school? See how two Wisconsin communities are navigating the ripple effects of closure. ⬇️ ow.ly/9wmg50Z8VkJ
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The WASB Business Honor Roll is your chance to spotlight the local businesses that supported your district and helped students succeed this year. Let’s give credit where it’s due! Learn more and nominate a deserving business today 👉 ow.ly/F44750Z7ImH
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Ready to take the stage? 🎤 There’s only two weeks left to submit your breakout session proposal for the 2027 State Education Convention. Make your voice heard—submit yours at the link below! #EdCon2027 ow.ly/9aHn50YzRXm
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🚨 A major shift could be coming—if two votes flip. Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu says the Senate is ready to convene on the surplus deal under one condition. Get the full details in our latest Legislative Update Blog: ow.ly/9qaM50Z81PT
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The June/July WSN Legal Comment explores practical steps districts can take, from communication plans and visitor restrictions to pursuing harassment restraining orders, while balancing First Amendment considerations. 📖 Learn more on page 30: ow.ly/Sebq50Z4swt
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🏛️ The latest Capitol Watch dives into the breakdown of a high-stakes $1.8 billion state surplus deal — and what it means for Wisconsin schools and taxpayers. 📖 Get the full story and what’s ahead for K-12 policy on page 28 of the June/July WSN. 👇 ow.ly/R8Yc50Z4sir
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🚨 Happening TODAY at 1 p.m.! Join BoardBook Business Development Representative Kylie Chapman for a live webinar to see how you can stay organized, save time and simplify your workflow. 👉 Don’t miss it — register now: ow.ly/5oQ950Z2OVy
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🎓 Graduation is almost here, and the Class of 2026 is ready for what’s next! Before they take that next step, the WASB connected with two seniors to reflect on their K–12 journeys. 📖 Read their stories (page 12): wasb.org/2026-june-july-wsn/
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Discover a smarter, simpler way to manage your meetings. Join Kylie Chapman for a live webinar and see how BoardBook’s all-in-one platform can help you organize materials, communicate seamlessly and more! 🗓 Thursday, June 4 ⏰ 1 p.m. 👉 Save your spot: ow.ly/5oQ950Z2OVy
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As the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary, WASB asked members of the Wisconsin Council for the Social Studies to reflect on a powerful question: What does the Declaration of Independence mean today — in the classroom and beyond? Read more (page 17): ow.ly/Ai0Y50Z4rSt
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How do rural schools tackle the growing student mental health crisis? The Portage Community School District is leading the way—bringing care directly to students with a new in-house mental health clinic right inside their schools. 👉 Learn more: ow.ly/3vCK50Z6JUE
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🚨Surplus deal update 🚨 New reports say Speaker Vos and Gov. Evers are open to bringing lawmakers back to Madison to revive the surplus deal—but Senate leaders aren’t on board. Get the latest in the Legislative Update Blog 👇 wasb.org/evers-and-vos-expre…
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🌱 Green & Healthy Schools WI is helping districts tackle rising costs and more through a no-cost program that supports healthier learning environments, reduces environmental impact and brings community-driven initiatives to life. 📖 Read more (page 10): ow.ly/5c9z50Z4mVn
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Discover how the School District of Random Lake is reimagining learning through real-world, community-connected experiences—boosting engagement, building purpose and preparing students for life beyond graduation. 📖 Read more (page 3): ow.ly/2xE650Z4myy
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🎉 Big congrats to Meadow View Elementary in the Sun Prairie Area School District on earning National Leader in Me Lighthouse School status! 🌟 This makes Meadow View just the third school in Wisconsin to receive this national distinction. 👏 Learn more: ow.ly/ri2B50Z6mlt
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