FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 17, 2024
IRG Action Fund Presents Award to Representative William Penterman for Outstanding Advocacy on Teacher Apprenticeship Bill
Award goes to Rep. Penterman for his work to find solutions to teacher shortage
MADISON, WI: Today, IRG Action Fund presented Rep. Penterman (R-Columbus) with the ‘Champion for Kids’ award for his work last session and his exceptional efforts authoring and advocating for the teacher apprenticeship bill.
What Happened: Representative Penterman authored Senate Bill 917 last session, a bold reform with the goal of helping solve the teacher shortage with ‘teacher apprenticeships.’. Unfortunately, Governor Evers vetoed this bill in order to roll out his own vision for teacher apprenticeships in Wisconsin. IRG Action is presenting Rep. Penterman with this award in recognition for his work on this bold reform.
The Quote
“Rep. Penterman’s proactive approach on the teacher apprenticeship bill is what is needed to ensure that our schools are equipped with skilled and passionate educators,” said Chris Reader, Executive Vice President of IRG Action Fund. “We look forward to continuing to support teacher apprenticeship opportunities in Wisconsin in the future.”
Alex Ignatowski presents award to Rep. William Penterman on October 17, 2024.
Have questions? Reach out to info@irgaction.com.
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IRG Action Fund is the 501(c)(4) advocacy partner to the Institute for Reforming Government.