I'd like to remind readers that the Wisconisn laws enacted in 1999 and 2001 actually came closer to reinstating a much older tradition of starting public school after Labor Day that goes back many, many years. As a matter of fact, school used to get out before Memorial Day as well.
A later school start date provides more time for family vacations and is good for the tourism industry. These days, family time is so important. Everyday life is hectic with so many activities and so much to do. Family time and the age-old tradition of the family vacation is critical to building strong families. And August has some of the best weather that Wisconsin has to offer, which makes it a great month for vacations.
On the other hand, June is usually cooler and wetter than August, and water temperatures are much cooler. Wisconsin summer tourism is based on water activities -- late August is prime water sport season; June is not. Great family activities -- such as Green Bay Packers training camp, the Milwaukee Brewers pennant drive and many county fairs -- all create excitement and entertainment in late August.
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