State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly delivers State of Education address

State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly delivered a pointed critique of Wisconsin’s education funding during her annual State of Education address Thursday, arguing that schools are being forced to compensate for inadequate state support. The address marks Underly’s first since winning re-election as state superintendent earlier this year. Underly highlighted several achievements in Wisconsin’s public education system, including record high graduation rates and expanded opportunities in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, career and technical education programs. Underly concluded her address by emphasizing the importance of supporting educators and prioritizing student well-being as key components of a successful education system.