Results from the state’s standardized tests show improvement from pandemic years, but are still behind “pre-pandemic” levels, once again demonstrating the far-reaching impact of learning loss. The DPI released results of last year’s statewide assessments this week. While private schools as a whole don’t have to administer the state’s standardized tests, choice schools must at least test [...]
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Current Events
A library of WCRIS weekly E-letters that keeps you updated on issues of concern to private schools
83 Results found for category: Updates
Last Call: Submit Your PI-1207 by Sunday
October 12, 2023
Schools’ Private School Report (PI-1207) is due to the DPI by Oct. 15. Submit your report on-time to avoid an “inactive” status from the DPI. Learn more here.
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Data Deadlines: PI-1207 Private School Report; Choice Data
October 05, 2023
For All Private Schools: PI-1207 Due This Month The DPI’s private school report, called the PI-1207, is now open. Be sure to file your school’s report by Oct. 15 to avoid being designated as “inactive” by the DPI, which could hinder your school’s eligibility for the K-12 tuition tax deduction, state and federal programs and [...]
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Expect Emergency Alert on Oct. 4
September 28, 2023
A test emergency alert will be sent to all personal mobile phones nationwide on Wednesday, Oct. 4 around 1:20 p.m. CST from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The test message, accompanied by an alert tone and vibration, will display on all cell phones that are switched on and connected to a wireless provider that participates in [...]
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Key Deadline: September Third Friday Count
September 14, 2023
All private schools, regardless of their participation in any of the choice programs, are to annually report their enrollment to the DPI as of the third Friday in September, which is Sept. 15 this year. Enrollment data is submitted to the DPI using its online PI-1207 form. The submission window for the PI-1207 opens this Monday, [...]
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WCRIS Turns 50; Leading EANS; And More
September 07, 2023
Keep an eye out for WCRIS’ Fall 2023 Annual Update. It’s on its way to your school’s mailbox, but you can download the digital version. The update includes a reflection on WCRIS’ 50-year history, a recap of our state ombudsman’s yearly impact, an EANS update and more. Please share it with your pastors, your school’s oversight [...]
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Kudos to CSI Schools!
August 31, 2023
Wisconsin schools that are part of Christian Schools International (CSI), a WCRIS member jurisdiction of less-than-ten schools, grew their enrollment from 1,340 in the 2021-22 school year to 1,824 in 2022-23. Congratulations and best wishes as your schools continue to educate an extra 500 students! If your school has a milestone you’d like celebrated in our Current Events newsletter, [...]
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See How Your District Measures Up
August 31, 2023
Inform your school’s marketing efforts with data about your local district using this tool from the nonpartisan Wisconsin Policy Forum. Find out how your district compares to others in the state on things like demographics, finances, test scores and more. Key findings from the non-profit group’s report were: Wisconsin’s public school enrollment declined for the ninth [...]
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Proposed Title IX Changes Impact Schools and Sports
August 03, 2023
An overhaul of Title IX regulations is expected this fall, according to a virtual town hall attended by WCRIS staff this week. The U.S. Department of Education released its proposed changes in April and is currently reviewing the hundreds of thousands of public comments, as required by law. Here’s what the town hall experts and [...]
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Contract Discounts
June 13, 2023
If you’re looking to upgrade services at your school, CESA Purchasing negotiates cooperative purchasing contracts with over 100 vendors in every industry, saving private and public schools time and money. It can help you streamline quotes from multiple organizations, get you discounts and extra perks and help you effectively spend to best serve students. Learn more here.
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