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Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Green Bay West High School students celebrate ‘signing day' with scholarships to help pay for college
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Four high schoolers in Green Bay earned an incredible opportunity and celebrated with a signing day ceremony on Tuesday afternoon. The four Green Bay West High School students each earned scholarships through the 'Do Great Things Initiative' (DGTI) which works to help the students become college-ready. Pulaski High School teacher surprised with national Read180 Award The DGTI also helps students learn about possible outlets to earn more financial aid, while also helping them get that funding to bridge the financial gap. It was created in 2021 by Jim and Tracy Ryan, after they learned about the lack of West High School applicants to Marquette University. The DGTI doesn't just help with financial aid, they also help students prepare for entry exams and things like the ACT and SAT, even providing assistance with college essays should students be required. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
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Pulaski High School teacher surprised with national Read180 Award
PULASKI, Wis. (WFRV) – A Pulaski High School English teacher received a big surprise Thursday morning when she was presented with a national Read180 Award. Kacie Langlitz was honored during class with all her students present as representatives from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Company delivered the award. What are the most popular baby names in Wisconsin? Birth records reveal 'It's an honor for sure,' said Langlitz. 'It's a great program, and I'm just one piece of that, so for them to take the time to come out here to Pulaski and acknowledge that is pretty cool.' The Read180 Award recognizes educators who demonstrate academic impact, school leadership, and advocacy for positive change. Nominees are submitted by fellow educators, coaches, or administrators. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
