Underly calls for increased school funding in state address

The Brief

• State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly highlighted record graduation rates and expanded STEM programs in her State of Education address

• Underly criticized inadequate state funding, saying schools shouldn't have to "beg and plead for basic resources"

• Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu responded by criticizing changing educational standards that make it difficult for parents to track student performance

MADISON, Wis. — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly delivered a pointed critique of Wisconsin's education funding during her annual State of Education address Thursday, arguing that schools are being forced to compensate for inadequate state support.

The address marks Underly's first since winning re-election as state superintendent, defeating challenger Brittany Kins