Democratic gubernatorial candidates split on education; advocates see next year as pivotal

By: Baylor Spears

Outlets: Wisconsin Examiner

Published: August 10, 2026

Words: 2,318

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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Amy Starzecki, administrator of the Superior school district in northern Wisconsin, detailed the financial difficulties her district has faced in recent years to a roomful of public education advocates gathered in the auditorium of Superior High School at the end of July.

Starzecki’s district had to transfer $6 million from its general fund to cover special education expenses that aren’t reimbursed by the state, she said, while at the same time coping with a 40% …

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