CESA Grant Recipients

The Department of Health Services has awarded nearly $8.2 million in funding to support K-12 school health service staff in schools throughout the state. This first-of-its-kind funding will support hiring and retention for school nurses and health staff in K-12 schools and provide funding for school nurses to pursue wellness activities and professional development. Funds can be used to hire new nurses and health coordinators, retain those staff through retention bonuses, and extend the hours of existing health staff. A healthy and supported school health workforce in Wisconsin will enable students statewide to stay healthy and achieve their academic ambitions.

In partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), 12 regional Wisconsin Cooperative Educational Service Agencies (CESAs) will distribute funds to schools. Funding to schools has been allocated by intended purpose which includes recruitment and retention, and wellness and professional development.

Email dhswfdschoolnurses@dhs.wisconsin.gov with questions about this funding opportunity.

Below is the list of school districts receiving funding. Recipients are listed by the county they serve and the dollar amount awarded.

Last revised January 7, 2025