Kenosha Education Association

No one is claiming KUSD has unlimited money. However, when a district accumulates $34 million above its required reserve, ends most years with a surplus, and maintains one of the lowest average teacher salaries in CESA 1, it is difficult to accept the claim that cost-of-living adjustments are impossible. Financial decisions reflect priorities, and educators should not be expected to absorb the rising cost of living while reserves continue to grow.

Important reminder: The 2026 KEA Scholarship application window closes Sunday, May 10th!

Eligible high school students seeking additional educational opportunities are encouraged to apply here: https://bit.ly/KEAscholarship2026

The Kenosha Education Association provides one scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to a student entering a four-year college/university program and one $500 scholarship to a student entering a two-year associate degree, technical school, or trades/apprenticeship program.

*Any KUSD high school senior is eligible to apply, excluding students who are eligible for or are receiving the Governor’s Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholarship. Also, students receiving full tuition scholarships at any institution are ineligible.

KEA is so proud and appreciative of KUSD educators! Thank you for all that you do for your students and community. 💓

Are you ready to share some appreciation? Tag some teachers you are grateful for and tell us what makes them special!

Educator Appreciation Week begins today! Let’s show our dedicated educators how much we appreciate them by transforming appreciation into action. That means respect, fair wages, and a voice at the table when decisions about our schools and students’ futures are made.

Educator Appreciation Week begins today! Let’s show our dedicated educators how much we appreciate them by transforming appreciation into action. That means respect, fair wages, and a voice at the table when decisions about our schools and students’ futures are made.
💙 Support collective bargaining rights in your state. Educators earn more—24% more, on average—where they have strong unions and the freedom to bargain collectively.
💙 Vote for pro-public education candidates for your school board, state house, and U.S. Congress.
💙 Speak up for educators at school board meetings. Ensure their voices and needs are heard by local leaders who decide funding, salaries, benefits, class sizes, and more.
💙 If you want to thank an educator you know, you can go to WEAC.org and put your appreciation into words: https://weac.org/resources/professional-resources/thank-a-teacher/

The Kenosha Education Association is proud to annually provide two scholarships for eligible high school students seeking additional educational opportunities.

2026 KEA Scholarship applications are now available! The deadline to apply is Sunday, May 10th. Apply here: https://bit.ly/KEAscholarship2026 .

We provide one scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to a student entering a four-year college/university program and one $500 scholarship to a student entering a two-year associate degree, technical school, or trades/apprenticeship program.

*Any KUSD high school senior is eligible to apply, excluding students who are eligible for or are receiving the Governor’s Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholarship. Also, students receiving full tuition scholarships at any institution are ineligible.

📣 Kenosha, Somers, and Pleasant Prairie residents 📣

Tomorrow (2/17) is your chance to vote in the Spring Primary election for KUSD School Board candidates!

Read about KEA's endorsed candidates here: bit.ly/KEASB2026

Find your polling place here: https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-My-Polling-Place

Following a rigorous endorsement process and a vote open to the KEA membership, the Kenosha Education Association has formally endorsed Robin Cullen and Bob Tierney for the upcoming KUSD School Board election!

Do you know an amazing future educator and/or Education Support Professional? WEAC has scholarships available!

Be sure to apply by January 25th, 2026.

Did you know that in addition to our scholarship programs, WEAC also presents annual awards for activism, humanitarian activities, the Education Support Professional of the year, and other outstanding work? You can find more information about all the awards and scholarships, along with nomination and application forms, at WEAC.org/awards. The deadline for all nominations and applications is January 25.

KEA proudly celebrates every single ESP across KUSD, today and everyday! You are the heartbeats of our schools: keeping students safe, helping classrooms run smoothly, and ensuring learning is accessible for everyone. Thank you for all that you do for your students, colleagues, and community!