Panel Discussion: Understanding School District Report Cards

The Department of Public Instruction has changed how it evaluates the effectiveness of Wisconsin’s schools. Learn from leading experts in education what those changes are and what they mean for Beloit. 

Meet Our Panelists:
Colleston Morgan, Jr. – Executive Director, City Forward Collective, Milwaukee
Born and raised in Milwaukee’s Sherman Park neighborhood, Colleston Morgan Jr was appointed Executive Director of City Forward Collective in 2023. Previously, he served as the organization’s Vice President, Strategy & Policy. He began his career as a social studies teacher at G.W. Carver High School, where he was recognized as the school’s Teacher of the Year. Colleston then spent time working at the Louisiana Department of Education, and at New Orleans Public Schools, culminating in a Cabinet-level role as the district’s Chief Strategy Officer. While at the district, Colleston was a key leader in the development and implementation of the district’s plan to return to local governance of New Orleans’ system of public charter schools, after more than a decade of state control. Colleston has been recognized as a national leader in charter school authorizing practices and school accountability. Colleston earned an A.B. in Government from Harvard University, a Masters in Public Policy from the University of Chicago, and is an alum of the Pahara Institute, Cambiar Catalyst Fellowship, and the New Leaders Council. Outside of work, Colleston is the proud father of two school-aged daughters.

Alan Borsuk – Senior Fellow in Law and Public Policy, Marquette University
The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) issues an annual Report Card for all 421 Wisconsin school districts, which provides detailed insights into each district's performance. This year, the DPI is introducing new classifications for student performance—changing from "Advanced, Proficient, Basic, and Below Basic" to "Advanced, Meeting (Expectations), Approaching, and Developing." DPI is also lowering the cutoff scores for each classification.

Who Should Attend:
This invitation is open to all community members! Whether you are a parent invested in your child's education, a business leader who values strong schools for workforce development, or a concerned citizen eager to stay informed about educational trends, this discussion will provide important insights.

Hosted by:
City Center Council, the Beloit Civics Academy, and the GBEDC/GBCC Civic Affairs Committee

Education plays a crucial role in shaping our community's future. We encourage you to join us and stay informed about these significant changes to ensure our students are set up for success. We look forward to seeing you there!