This story is part of a Madison Commons series produced by master’s students in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. These stories explore how
Category: Education
Common Ground with…Melinda Heinritz
Not every child has equal access to public education opportunities since disparities exist. To build a better community, Melinda Heinritz believes we need to support
‘If you’re struggling, tell someone:’ UW-Madison community embraces positive message following student death
Students and faculty on the UW-Madison campus are hoping to spread a positive message to those struggling with their mental health following the death of
Neighborhood House provides free resources for the Madison community
Amiyah and Yahynis wanted to create a fort so they covered the tent in the game room with blankets. They teased each other and played
Waunakee begins removal of Native American imagery through initial rebrand
The adoption of a new Waunakee Community School District logo has started the process of eliminating Native American imagery from the school’s branding. The use
Lack of units in Madison, ever-growing population results in racial disparities in housing
As housing and rent prices continue to rise in Madison, design justice may be the key to affordable housing progress. Madison organization sets an example
Children are still battling emotional and academic problems created during virtual learning By Sophie Friedberg
At 8 a.m. on a weekday morning in 2020, third graders began their school day at Orchard Ridge Elementary School. The only catch? They were
Centro Hispano aims to support Latino students in Madison school district
As academic deficits persist, Centro Hispano of Dane County supports Latino and Hispanic students in partnership with the Madison school district through culturally relevant after-school programming
Madison educators work to keep music as part of the school curriculum
Focus on academic disciplines can keep students from participating the arts Music can have powerful, transformative effects on the lives of students when integrated into
Community scholarship combats high cost of music education for underserved students
Program funds instruments, lessons and other expenses which can prove costly barriers While many parents would be proud to raise the next virtuoso violinist or
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