MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address welcoming students, parents, families, educators, and school staff across Wisconsin back to school for the 2023-2024 school year.

Audio file of Radio Address

Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here.

Across our state, kids, parents, and families are gearing up for the new school year.

Educators, staff, and administrators are busy getting classrooms and schools ready to begin a new year of teaching, empowering, and inspiring our kids.

I spent most of my life fighting for our kids and our schools, first as a science teacher, then as a principal, superintendent, and state superintendent, and doing what’s best for our kids is why I decided to run for governor.

The back-to-school season is one of my favorite times a year.

Each school year presents a new opportunity for educators and students alike to grow, to learn, and to create new connections.

And my advice to all of you is this: make the most of it. You only get to be a fourth grader, an eighth grader, or a senior once. And if you’re an educator, you’ll only have this group of kids once.

So, have fun, challenge yourself, try new things, work hard, and let’s make it a great year, folks.

Thank you, and take care.