LIFToFFS began in the heart of Western Wisconsin, established by innovative district superintendents and directors of the Cooperative Educational Service Agency (CESA) #4. What started as a conversation between two visionary district leaders quickly gained momentum — expanding into a statewide initiative fueled by shared urgency, bold experimentation, and a deep commitment to public education.
Today, LIFToFFS includes 10 district partners across Wisconsin, with more joining the movement each year. We are actively enrolling new districts and anticipate 20+ partnerships for the 2025–2026 academic year.
What began in a corner of rural Wisconsin is now growing into a statewide ecosystem of innovation — one district, one classroom, one student at a time.
LIFToFFS does not exist without the courage and commitment of our partner districts. These school systems didn’t wait for permission — they stepped into uncertainty, embraced innovation, and became co-creators of something entirely new.
This work is built on their trust. Their belief in their students. Their willingness to reimagine what’s possible, not just for their classrooms, but for their communities.
Every district you see here is part of something bigger — a network of bold rural leaders designing the future of public education from the inside out
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