Wauwatosa at a Crossroads: Report on School District Effectiveness

Written By Meghan Scardina

Challenges & Opportunities for Our Future

The Wauwatosa School District has long been recognized for its strong educational standards. However, recent data reveal a significant decline across multiple measures, pointing to leadership that seems increasingly disengaged from the realities facing students, teachers, and taxpayers.

In this report, we dive into the data and outline areas of concern for the district, including:

  • Improving Student Outcomes: Literacy and Math Challenges

  • Ensuring All Students Can Succeed

  • Empowering Our Teachers: Morale and Turnover

  • Protecting Taxpayer Dollars: Financial Mismanagement

I close with suggested policy recommendations: A Plan to Restore Excellence. The time for change is now.

Sincerely,
Christopher K. Merker, CFA, Ph.D.
Candidate for Wauwatosa School Board, Seat #7

Meghan Scardina
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