Bullying at WRAMS and LHS

Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. (WFHR, WIRI) – Multiple parents attended the Wisconsin Rapids School Board meeting on February 10, 2025, to bring up their concerns about the bullying at WRAMS and LHS. Parents stated the bullying is taking place at both Lincoln High School and also at Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle School. “Our kids are clearly not being protected the way that they should be against repeat bullies and our parents are not getting full communication from the school. How is any parent supposed to feel like WRAMS is doing everything that they can to protect our children…”

Issues with Skyward

Parents also voiced concerns about policies in Skyward which is the student information software. There have been multiple instances when something happens with a student and both parents aren’t notified even when they have joint custody of the child.

School Safety Specialist

Another parent suggested having a school safety specialist. A hired position beyond the police liaison. She also asked that the punishment be more than just a suspension from school. “We want them to think about what they’re doing before they do it. So, no sports, no dances, we’re, you know cutting, everything off making it feasible for them to really think about what they’re doing before they do it.”

Board Discussion

During later discussion, School Board member Julie Timm asked if a committee could be put together on the topic of the bullying. She brought up the fact that the board unanimously approved the district strategic framework and stated, “With our number two goal being each student is the first consideration. We believe in a safe, caring, and respectful learning environment and I want to make sure we’re doing everything we can and communicate that to people.”

Updates

Superintendent Ron Rasmussen said they can provide an update to the school board next month. “I was just at WRAMS last Monday night for their behavior meeting. 93% of kids at WRAMS have no discipline referrals.”

Rasmussen said they can provide the board background information and their policies and updates. The board further discussed putting out more information to parents. They also talked about educating parents on Skyward and how to be sure both parents are notified in the instance of a situation with their child.

Meetings and Links

Regular school board meetings are open to the public. You can watch past school board meetings here. This is a link to the School Board Meeting Calendar. Board members welcome parents and students to attend school board meetings and get involved. The more they know about issues of bullying at WRAMS and LHS, the more they can do about it.