Kindness in the Classroom is a curriculum to help PreK-K learners self-regulate their emotions and care for themselves and others. (Photo Ryan Hendricks/PBS Wisconsin.)

Focus Fund for Education

Use the power of public media to pioneer approaches that enhance learning and support Wisconsin teachers.
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Opportunities

The use of media to enhance teaching and learning complements traditional approaches to learning. Using media engages students, aids student retention of knowledge, motivates interest in the subject matter, and illustrates the relevance of many concepts. By providing cost-free instructional resources for classrooms and educators, we can deliver fresh ideas and inspiration to teach our children boldly.

I love using Wisconsin Biographies for my students. They learn all about various types of Wisconsin people. I could not teach this unit without these resources.

Grade School Teacher

Neenah Joint School District

How we Work

Our team of talented educators and media specialists provide unique local content, cost-free classroom resources, and host community events that spark curiosity and learning. With our mass-media reach we deliver the best of PBS KIDS and contribute to PBS LearningMedia, supporting the most trusted content in America. From early learners to college/career readiness, PBS Wisconsin Education plays a unique and vital role in Wisconsin’s educational ecosystem.

Our Impact

The learning landscape has shifted significantly over the past several years. Learning is now multi-platform and multi-dimensional. The classroom is no exception, requiring that PBS Wisconsin continue to develop and test new ways of delivering its content. The Focus Fund for Education has helped made possible projects such as Meet the Lab, a collection of free educational resources introducing students to relevant real-world issues and cutting edge research, and Wisconsin Biographies, which offer engaging animated videos, downloadable e-books and historical image galleries.

DONORS

Alliant Energy Foundation
Francis A. and Georgia F. Ariens Fund within the Brillion Area Family of Funds
BMO Harris Bank
Mark J. and Ann W. Bradley
Culver’s Foundation
Firerose Foundation
Daniel J and Mary Heaney
Dr. Craig and Mrs. Marilyn January
The George Kress Foundation, Inc.
The Give Back Foundation
National Guardian Life Insurance Company
Elizabeth Parker, in memory of George S. Parker II
Ruth Ann Potts
Mary Ellyn and Joe Sensenbrenner
Single Step Foundation
WR & Floy A. Sauey Family Foundation
Patricia Stoffers
TASC
UW Health
The Wooden Nickels Fund
Paul and Coe Williams
Helen L. Wineke
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“We meet Wisconsin learner and educator needs because of the shared vision and commitment from our Focus Fund donors. THANK YOU for helping us create the sparks that light the fire of life long learning.”