April 2023

The April issue of Madison Magazine unpacks "Generation Lockdown," exploring whether active shooter drills in schools cause more trauma than they do peace of mind.

In schools across Wisconsin, active-shooter drills have become as routine as standardized tests. But how they’re best conducted — and how they affect the students they’re meant to protect — remains very much up for debate. 

A foundation you’ve likely never heard of is using a trust-based philanthropy approach to quietly give away millions of dollars to local nonprofits. Where is the money coming from? That might surprise you, too.

Our April cover was inspired by a real-life text message that our freelance photographer Nikki Hansen received from her son.

With Overt Space Gallery + Gift, Katherine Simdon adds some color to downtown Stoughton.