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Lisa Kirby-Mangas will retire after serving more than three decades as a speech-language pathologist in Madison schools. She reflects on her varied roles supporting student communication skills across all ages while colleagues praise her leadership. The Madison Metropolitan School District Board oversees over 26,000 students throughout its network.
The Madison Metropolitan School District’s educator mentoring program offers guidance for first-year teachers through dedicated mentorships aimed at improving retention rates. Leaders say regular coaching helps foster confidence among new staff while building community connections within schools.
Abbygal Chue shared how mentorship inspired her transformation from a shy freshman into a leader at La Follette High School. Her involvement in wellness initiatives shaped both campus culture around mental health and her own career goals.
Elizabeth Arnold returns home after graduating from Madison West High School in 2023 to join Rally Madison FC during its first Women’s United Soccer League season. She reflects on formative experiences at MMSD schools while looking forward to representing local women's soccer.
Brianna Juarez Mendoza is recognized at Vel Phillips Memorial High School for leadership in student groups and business initiatives while preparing for a career in nursing. She credits educators with supporting her journey from transfer student to active leader.
Thoreau Elementary's library is set for a major redesign this summer thanks to an anonymous donor. New walls will address noise issues while updated shelving aims to promote student engagement with reading.
Third graders at Kennedy Elementary combined poetry writing with musical composition under teacher Christian Bonner’s guidance as part of an arts grant project. Their work culminated in presentations shared schoolwide—and lesson plans will now reach educators across Wisconsin.
Eighth graders from Madison's public middle schools competed in over 20 events at this year's All-City Track Meet. Students highlighted both competitive spirit and new friendships formed across schools during the event.
Madison School & Community Recreation marks its centennial with a ceremonial first pitch from Superintendent Joe Gothard. The event highlights both historic roots in adult softball programming and continued collaboration with local schools.
Ben Dutcher of Madison East High School will begin an electrician apprenticeship after graduation this fall. His journey includes achievements in music performance clubs and trade competitions as well as support from local educators.