Kindergarten to be Mandatory in Wisconsin

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Gov. Doyle has signed a bill that makes kindergarten mandatory in Wisconsin. Children will be required to complete five-year-old kindergarten before they can be admitted to first grade in a public school. Doyle says the law will help all children get off to a good start in school.

The law takes effect in the 2011-2012 school year.



The bill passed the Legislature last month. Supporters say it's needed to ensure that students who enroll in kindergarten actually attend class. Because kindergarten isn't mandatory now, students aren't bound by truancy rules. It won't affect many children. Students who are home schooled or attend charter schools can get an exemption.