Education Archives - PBS Wisconsin

Teaching a talking dog: How ‘Reading Buddies’ helps build early literacy skills

August 14, 2025

“Little by little, letter by letter,” The Reading League’s Reading Buddies is making foundational literacy accessible to its viewers. The…

Empowering educators to teach the next generation of media producers

August 5, 2025

Last school year, PBS Wisconsin Education piloted the PBS Wisconsin Youth Media program with eight educators from Appleton West High…

Illustrating an art icon: Beth Leak captures Georgia O’Keeffe for ‘Wisconsin Biographies’

July 21, 2025

PBS Wisconsin Education’s popular Wisconsin Biographies series shares the stories of people who made Wisconsin history. The educational collection is…

Need a break from summer break? Four fun activities kids can do on their own

July 8, 2025

Summer is my favorite time of the year. I love the warm weather and sunshine. And while I love having…

A connection is made: Historical reenactors on ‘The Look Back’

June 23, 2025

PBS Wisconsin Education recently wrapped its second season of The Look Back, a series that features Wisconsin historians who examine…

Why keep these old maps? Q&A with ‘The Look Back’ guest Georgia Brown

May 21, 2025

PBS Wisconsin Education is winding down its second season of The Look Back. Aimed at learners in grades 4-6, the…

From books to big impacts: Building lifelong learners with PBS KIDS at the library

April 25, 2025

PBS Wisconsin Education hosts a cohort of public library staff each year to train, support and connect Wisconsin library staff…

Recognize National Autism Acceptance Month with PBS Wisconsin

April 11, 2025

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) most recent data, about one in 31 children in the…

Alyssa Beno

I am the editor of Airwaves, our monthly program guide for members. When I’m not highlighting our incredible programs, I’m pedaling the countryside, hiking at a state park, making soy candles, thrift shopping or hanging out with my husband and miniature schnauzer.

Andrew Carlson

As a community engagement manager for PBS Wisconsin, I create lasting relationships with communities around the state, connecting folks through our programming, outreach, and events. Outside of work, I love hiking with my partner, traveling, making music, and meeting friends old and new.

Becky Marburger

As a member of our Marketing and Communications team, I help share PBS Wisconsin's story, including the content we produce and opportunities we provide. Outside the office, you'll likely find me with my nose in a book, outdoors or farming!

Mike DeVine

I’m a Public Relations Specialist for PBS Wisconsin who enjoys promoting the wide range of programming that we offer. When I’m not sharing the stories of PBS Wisconsin content, I enjoy going to concerts, watching movies, reading and traveling (Always open to recommendations for my next destination!).

Mark Riechers

Mark is a digital content editor for PBS Wisconsin. A photographer, radio producer, podcaster and writer, he has experience telling all kinds of stories, from the history of Milwaukee beer ads to processing death through game development.

Samantha Nash

I’m a project manager at PBS Wisconsin, and formerly an associate editor at WisContext. When I’m not scouring the state for fun music and arts content, I’m usually being forced to go on a hike by my demanding border collie or being forced to read on the couch by my demanding cats.

Sigrid Peterson

I'm a digital producer at PBS Wisconsin. I make our digital shenanigans compelling, friendly, and interactive so viewers can access great PBS programming over the air, on the web, on a boat, in a moat, in a box, with a fox. . . you catch my drift.

Tara Lovdahl

As a publicist for PBS Wisconsin, I love helping people learn about and engage with our wonderful programs. I also enjoy bicycling, baking, playing board games and watching movies (especially musicals).

Tawny Morrison

As the education communications specialist for PBS Wisconsin Education, I get to support teachers by sharing incredible education resources with them. In my free time I do a lot of teaching and learning of my own – with a pair of escrima sticks in my hands at a martial arts gym.