With rural student enrollment declining across much of Wisconsin, state lawmakers are pushing forward a package of bills that would reward school districts financially if they choose to consolidate or share grades with neighboring districts. Supporters say the legislation could help small districts remain viable. But in New Glarus, where the local public school system continues to perform at the top of the state, the proposal is being greeted with skepticism.
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