Are Wisconsin Students Safe From Abusive Teachers?
Wisconsin lawmakers are currently reviewing how the Department of Public Instruction handles educator sexual misconduct and grooming of students. This was sparked by an extensive investigation by Cap Times reporter Danielle DuClos. Host Bianca Martin speaks with Danielle about her year-long research into the prevalence of sexual misconduct by educators in Wisconsin, DPI's investigatory capacity, and the potential legislative changes.
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