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Bradley Petersen to run for another term on Kewaskum School Board

December 13, 2024 – Kewaskum, WI – Kewaskum native and current member of the Kewaskum School District Board of Education, Bradley Petersen, is excited to announce his re-election bid and has officially filed the necessary paperwork to run for a second term in the upcoming April election.

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During his tenure on the board, Petersen has proven himself to be a dedicated leader who consistently prioritizes the needs of students and the community. He has worked diligently to ensure district policies reflect the best interests of both students and taxpayers, standing firm on the idea of responsible fiscal management. As Chair of the Policy and Legislative Committee, he has played a crucial role in advancing policies that empower academic achievement and the long-term sustainability of the district.

“I am proud of the work we have accomplished during my time on the board, but we cannot stop here. Our work is far from finished,” Petersen stated. “If re-elected, I will continue to focus on driving academic excellence, strengthening parental involvement, improving student behavior, and advocating for the hardworking taxpayers who support our schools.”

Petersen looks forward to continuing his service to the Kewaskum community and earning voters’ trust in the upcoming election. Below are just a few of the many accomplishments that have occurred under Petersen’s leadership on the school board:

For our students:

– Attendance rates for the 2023-24 school year were at the highest level in the past eight years (96.1% vs. the Wisconsin average of 92.3%).

– During the 2023-24 school year, 70% of high school students were involved in at least one extracurricular activity.

– Kewaskum School District ranked in the top 10% of school districts in the state for student achievement. Students scored above the state average in ELA by 18.5% and in math by 16.5%.

– The graduating class of 2023 achieved a graduation rate of 97.1% (Wisconsin average: 90.7%), and 49.6% of students completed at least one dual credit course, which is 26.4% above the state average.

– In the 2023-2024 school year, 61.1% of advanced placement exams taken received a passing score, saving families tens of thousands of dollars in tuition costs.

– For the graduating class of 2023, 54% of students participated in a work-based learning program.

– The district had 88 students participate in the youth apprenticeship program, one of the highest participation rates in the state.

For our finances and facilities:

– The district has built a strong fund balance to eliminate short-term borrowing, saving taxpayers $30,000 to $40,000 annually.

– The district paid off $1.4 million in non-referendum debt last year, saving taxpayers over $120,000 a year in interest payments.

– Over the past two years, the district has invested over $2 million in capital improvements without the need for a capital referendum.

– 100% of families surveyed expressed satisfaction with the maintenance and cleanliness of their students’ school.

– The district is on pace with building maintenance, equipment, and technology replacement to ensure a strong financial future.

– The district has avoided the need for an operating referendum, unlike many other districts across the state.

Bradley Peterson announces re-election bid to Kewaskum School Board

Kewaskum native and current member of the Kewaskum School District Board of Education, Bradley Petersen, is excited to announce his re-election bid and has officially filed the necessary paperwork to run for a second term in the upcoming April election.

 

During his tenure on the board, Petersen has proven himself to be a dedicated leader who consistently prioritizes the needs of students and the community. He has worked diligently to ensure district policies reflect the best interests of both students and taxpayers, standing firm on the idea of responsible fiscal management. As Chair of the Policy and Legislative Committee, he has played a crucial role in advancing policies that empower academic achievement and the long-term sustainability of the district.

 

“I am proud of the work we have accomplished during my time on the board, but we cannot stop here. Our work is far from finished,” Petersen stated. “If re-elected, I will continue to focus on driving academic excellence, strengthening parental involvement, improving student behavior, and advocating for the hardworking taxpayers who support our schools.”

 

Petersen looks forward to continuing his service to the Kewaskum community and earning voters’ trust in the upcoming election. Below are just a few of the many accomplishments that have occurred under Petersen’s leadership on the school board:

 

For our students:

– Attendance rates for the 2023-24 school year were at the highest level in the past eight years (96.1% vs. the Wisconsin average of 92.3%).

– During the 2023-24 school year, 70% of high school students were involved in at least one extracurricular activity.

– Kewaskum School District ranked in the top 10% of school districts in the state for student achievement. Students scored above the state average in ELA by 18.5% and in math by 16.5%.

– The graduating class of 2023 achieved a graduation rate of 97.1% (Wisconsin average: 90.7%), and 49.6% of students completed at least one dual credit course, which is 26.4% above the state average.

– In the 2023-2024 school year, 61.1% of advanced placement exams taken received a passing score, saving families tens of thousands of dollars in tuition costs.

– For the graduating class of 2023, 54% of students participated in a work-based learning program.

– The district had 88 students participate in the youth apprenticeship program, one of the highest participation rates in the state.

 

For our finances and facilities:

– The district has built a strong fund balance to eliminate short-term borrowing, saving taxpayers $30,000 to $40,000 annually.

– The district paid off $1.4 million in non-referendum debt last year, saving taxpayers over $120,000 a year in interest payments.

– Over the past two years, the district has invested over $2 million in capital improvements without the need for a capital referendum.

– 100% of families surveyed expressed satisfaction with the maintenance and cleanliness of their students’ school.

– The district is on pace with building maintenance, equipment, and technology replacement to ensure a strong financial future.

– The district has avoided the need for an operating referendum, unlike many other districts across the state.

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