Community forum planned on school referendum

VIROQUA, Wis. — Community members will have an opportunity next month to discuss the upcoming Viroqua Area School District referendum during a public forum hosted by Threefold Driftless and the McIntosh Memorial Library. The event, titled “Is the Public School Referendum Good for the Viroqua Area?”, is scheduled for...

Offenses explode across the Coulee region in Friday night football

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – High school football teams across the La Crosse area put plenty of points on the board Friday night, with several teams earning convincing wins in Week Eight action. Central hands Holmen first loss La Crosse Central defeated Holmen 28-7 on Friday, ending the Vikings’ unbeaten start to the season. Central […]

Beaver Dam, Wauzeka elementary schools honored for academic achievement

MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction on Monday named elementary schools in Beaver Dam and Wauzeka Blue Ribbon Schools, honoring them for high academic performance and narrowing achievement gaps.

Warriors rout Randolph to improve to 6-0

The Caledonia Warriors hosted the Randolph Rockets for a MSHSL football match up.

La Crosse schools seek public input on reuse of 3 elementary sites

La Crosse Public Schools is asking the community to help determine what’s next for the Spence, Hintgen and Emerson elementary school properties. Those buildings are scheduled to close at the end of this 2026-27 school year as part of the district’s consolidation process — where a new school, Hogan Elementary, will also be opening.

Viroqua football forfeits game against West Salem

VIROQUA, Wis. (WKBT) — The Viroqua High School football team will forfeit its Friday game against West Salem, citing a wave of injuries to upperclassmen.

Trempealeau Elementary named an Apple Distinguished School

TREMPEALEAU, Wis. (WKBT) -- Trempealeau Elementary School has been designated an Apple Distinguished School, a recognition for schools that demonstrate innovation, leadership and excellence in using technology.

La Crosse School Board president Sprague on the new branding campaign, students building a racing Harley

La Crosse School Board President Trevor Sprague in the WIZM studio for The Rick Solem Show discussing the district’s new brand and how they’re competing for students. Listen live weekdays at 5:05 p.m. Find the pod on Spotify, Apple Podcast or here. Tune in on the WIZM app or on air at 92.3 FM / 1410 AM / 106.7 FM (north of Onalaska)

La Crosse Schools get state permission to start early again

Families in the La Crosse school system can mark Aug. 19 on their calendars for next summer. That will be the opening day of the fall semester in 2027, a decision made Monday night by the La Crosse school board. The state mandates public schools cannot start before Sept. 1....

Tomah School Board Members Receive Certificate of Achievement Awards

Congratulations to Tomah Area School District Board of Education members Michael Gnewikow and Sue Bloom, who were recently honored by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) with Certificate of Achievement Awards. These awards recognize school board members who demonstrate a high level of commitment to Wisconsin public school students...

Back-to-school date for next year in La Crosse is set for August 19th

Families in the La Crosse school system can mark August 19th on their calendars for next summer. That will be the opening day of the fall semester in 2027, a decision made Monday night by the La Crosse school board. The early start is designed to help the La Crosse district lower the cost of providing transportation to private school students who also return to the classroom before the state-ordered date of September 1st.

Angi McAndrews – Open Door, Open Book

Houston Public Schools hired a new superintendent, Angi McAndrews, this past summer. Her motto is “Open Door, Open Book.” She encourages members of the community to reach out to her with any concerns or celebrations. While McAndrews is new to being a superintendent, she has extensive experience in...

Aquinas High School students join National Life Chain demonstration

Solie inducted into Onalaska HS Wall of Excellence

Humility can be an overused word. Spend a few minutes talking with Dave Solie, and you’ll know that humility is a genuine part of his being. It was evident on Friday night when Solie was inducted into the Onalaska High School’s Wall of Excellence after his selection by the Onalaska High School Alumni Association.

La Crescent Football falls at home to Pine Island

LA CRESCENT, Minn. (WKBT) -- La Crescent-Hokah Football fell short of an upset bid Friday night at Seaton Field, losing 33-12 to Pine Island.

Viterbo announces public campaign, focusing on building programs and environment

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - Viterbo University is announcing the second phase of The Viterbo Effect: a Campaign for Lasting Impact. The campaign has already raised $42 million during its silent phase, surpassing the initial total campaign goal of $30 million. The Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration contributed $3 million,...

De Soto Area School officials pitch referendum directly to the people

DE SOTO, Wis. – De Soto Area School District officials are taking their referendum pitch directly to the people. Superintendent Tim Fergot, other school administrators and board members are handing out informational fliers about the district’s upcoming $3.6 million operational referendum during De Soto’s varsity football and volleyball games.

New logo, new name for La Crosse Public Schools

A new identity for public education in La Crosse. At Monday night’s meeting, the La Crosse School Board unanimously approved a new name, logo and tagline:. Superintendent Dr. Aaron Engel said the transition reflects the unity across all campuses. “This is about much more than a new logo,” Engel...

La Crosse school district unveils new name, logo and tagline

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — The School District of La Crosse has rebranded itself as "La Crosse Public Schools", officials announced Tuesday following Monday night's school board meeting.