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Marquette receives $1 million NSF grant so Milwaukee teachers can earn certification to teach computer science
Marquette will administer the grant for nearly 200 MPS teachers to receive certification to teach computer science.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Marquette University
Milwaukee County Board Kicks Off Public Meetings on 2017 Recommended Budget
MILWAUKEE – Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr., has made special arrangements to provide County Executive Chris Abele with an opportunity to present the details of his 2017 Recommended Budget to the County Board of Supervisors on October 3, 2016, at 3:00pm. County Executive Abele will present his Recommended Budget to the Committee of the Whole at 3:00pm on Monday at the Courthouse. “We look forward to the County Executive’s presentation of his Recommended Budget on Monday,” said Chairman Lipscomb. “The Board will review the Executive’s proposal, analyze its details and listen to our constituents throughout the month of October before adopting a budget in November.” County Executive Abele has had a nearly year to work on this proposal before revealing the details of his budget recommendations to the public. The County Board will devote the next five weeks to analyzing the recommendations of the County Executive, so that a budget can be adopted at the Board’s November 7 meeting. The Finance and Audit Committee, led by Chair Peggy A. West, has set aside numerous days of open meetings in October to gather information from department heads, to get the public’s reaction to the Executive’s recommended actions, and to adopt budget amendments. The Finance and Audit Committee will hold a public hearing in the community on Tuesday, October 18, at 9:00am at the Milwaukee Public Schools administration building, 5225 W. Vliet St. in Milwaukee. The County Board has also scheduled a public hearing to listen as constituents weigh in with their concerns and priorities for the 2017 Milwaukee County budget. The full County Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 31, at 6:00pm, at the Marcus Center, 929 N. Water St., in downtown Milwaukee. Members of the public are encouraged to attend these public hearings and bring their questions, concerns, and priorities directly to their County Board Supervisor.
Sep 30th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Women’s Fund fall luncheon to be a “Rad Women Celebration”
Features keynote on “Being Rad for Social Change” by New York Times bestselling author Kate Schatz. Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the Italian Conference Center
Sep 26th, 2016 by Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee
MPS, Bartolotta Restaurants gala event expands culinary arts education
Career-readiness program coming to four MPS high schools; gala September 28 at Discovery World
Sep 23rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools announces community sessions about new dual-language Montessori school
District moves forward with enrolling students for 2017-18 school year
Sep 16th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools partners with four nationally recognized artists through White House arts initiative
Turnaround Arts artists to work with students in four district schools
Sep 16th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Protecting children through pedestrian safety
The Bike Fed team coordinated with school principals in this important effort to improve the safety and health of children attending neighborhood schools.
Sep 6th, 2016 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
UW-Milwaukee, Milwaukee Public Schools partnership receives $2.4 million grant
The partnership will engage 25 teachers with master’s degrees across MPS high schools in personalized professional development and classroom-based research.
Aug 22nd, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Special message from Superintendent Driver
"As I have reflected on the week and on the actions and reactions of our community, it is clear that people are hurting."
Aug 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Lena Taylor to receive Lifetime Service Award
Taylor’s legislative accomplishments include improving public safety, education, and health.
Aug 5th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Community Opposes OSPP Forced Sale of Vacant MPS Building to Military-Style Voucher School Under Pending FBI Investigation for Abuse
The forced sale of the former MPS property at 500 E. Center St. falls under a section of the Opportunity Schools Partnership Program that was included in the 2015-2017 budget.
Jul 27th, 2016 by Schools and Communities United
Summerfest Foundation, Inc. Announces Music Education Grants Recipients for 2016
Twelve Area Schools and Non-profit Organizations Will Receive Grants Totalling $25,000 for Music Education
Jul 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
MPS Student Wins Gold Medal at National NAACP Competition
Milwaukee High School of the Arts students honored for music, arts
Jul 21st, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
UWM Alumni Assocation to Honor More Than 20 Indivduals, Businesses
The 22 individual recipients and one corporate partner were chosen for awards based on their outstanding professional achievements, civic involvement and partnerships with the university.
Jul 20th, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
WEAC recommends Representative Josh Zepnick in 9th Assembly District
Wisconsin students need legislators who stand up for their public schools, teachers say
Jul 13th, 2016 by Wisconsin Education Association Council
Wisconsin Working Families Party Announces State Legislative Primary Endorsements
Wisconsin WFP Endorses Diverse Slate of Progressive Champions in Milwaukee State Legislative Races
Jul 11th, 2016 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald Makes Threats to Further Cut Funding for Milwaukee Public Schools
Low-income and minority children will be adversely impacted
Jul 5th, 2016 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Republican Takeover of MPS is a Failure
Resignation of Takeover Czar a Victory for Milwaukee Children
Jul 1st, 2016 by Wisconsin Jobs Now
Statement regarding the resignation of Dr. Demond Means from the Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
We recognize Dr. Means' service to education and children in our area and agree that actions must be child-centered.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Takeover Commissioner Demond Means’ Resignation a Victory for Milwaukee Students and Community
“We will continue to resist any attack on our community’s fundamental democratic rights that would remove public institutions from the control of our publicly elected school board,” said MTEA President Kim Schroeder.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association
Mayor Barrett Announces Grant for Training in Technology Fields
Department of Labor Funds Allow Residents to Develop Skills for In-Demand Tech Jobs
Jun 28th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Update regarding Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
No decision was reached today.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Two more schools join MPS and United Way’s Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership
Browning, Lincoln Avenue added to partnership including Auer Avenue, Bradley Tech, Hopkins Lloyd, James Madison
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Board President Mark Sain, Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver issue statement regarding Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
We recently requested a meeting with County Executive Abele and Commissioner Means to discuss an alternative to the OSPP proposal.
Jun 17th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
$47.8 million: MPS grads set a new scholarship record
Class of 2016 shatters Class of 2015's $39.3 million record; total up more than 20%
Jun 15th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Betty Brinn Children’s Museum hosts free evening and Metcalfe Park neighborhood celebration on June 16
Northwestern Mutual Foundation partners with Museum to offer free admission and special activities
Jun 10th, 2016 by Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
MKE Plays offering summer jobs to youths and providing meals at new playgrounds
News release from Alderman Michael J. Murphy
Jun 9th, 2016 by Ald. Michael Murphy
MPS’ Pulaski High School earns International Baccalaureate candidate status
Preparing to become MPS' eighth IB school
Jun 9th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Cues Up Race Politics
Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. responds to article published in today’s Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, ‘Lawmaker blames Tom Barrett for crime spilling into suburbs’
Jun 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr.
Groundbreaking set for addition at MPS’ top-performing Maryland Avenue Montessori School
School rated 'Exceeds Expectations' on latest state report card
Jun 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board approves 2016-17 MPS budget that directs more district resources to classrooms
Commitment to funding school, student success despite overall revenue decrease
May 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
President Hamilton Supports MPS Black Lives Matter initiative and My Brother’s Keeper
Statement from Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton May 26, 2016
May 26th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
County Executive Abele, Dr. Demond Means Make Announcement on OSPP Timeline
"Even though MPS agrees with us that this law is not ideal, we are asking them to be open to a conversation with us about how we can implement the law in the most productive way possible."
May 26th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Community Partners Celebrate Grand Opening of New Training Center for Tech Jobs
Milwaukee TechForce Training Center Is Co-Located With The Adult Learning Center
May 25th, 2016 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Marisabel Cabrera Issues Policy Position on Public Education
Focus to be placed on public dollars for public schools, private school accountability
May 25th, 2016 by Marisabel Cabrera
First Lady Michelle Obama welcomes MPS to national Turnaround Arts program
President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities program, Turnaround Arts, infuses high-need schools with the arts as strategy to help close the achievement gap and provide equitable access to arts and music education
May 25th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
PolitiFact Wisconsin Issues “Pants on Fire” Rating to Claim that OSPP Commissioner Wants to “Gut” MPS
Did Means really say that? In a word: No.”
May 20th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Chris Abele and Demond Means Miss Key Facts About the Community Schools Model
"It’s important to note that Community Schools are more than community partnerships."
May 18th, 2016 by Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association
My Brother’s Keeper Youth Forum hosted by President Ashanti Hamilton and Mayor Tom Barrett
The topics of discussion will be unlawful driving, how to prioritize problems, the pressing issues they face as youth and how the community can best support them.
May 18th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Mobile app created by North Division students is one of six national winners
App is aimed at supporting children battling disease with words of encouragement; now for the 2nd year in a row, an MPS student-designed app is eligible for national fan favorite award
May 17th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS instrumental jazz group wins prestigious national award
DownBeat magazine recognizes Jazz Lab at Milwaukee High School of the Arts; 3rd straight year a group from the high school has won
May 13th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
OSPP Affirms Commitment to Community Schools
Some schools within MPS are already utilizing a community schools model, in partnership with the United Way.
May 12th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Legal Opinion: OSPP Plan to Preserve Funding for MPS, Protect Our Public Schools Meets the Law
Amid questions raised about the legality of the proposal Dr. Means and County Executive Abele sought a formal legal opinion.
May 11th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
MPS Asked to Say YES to Protect Public Schools
Opportunity Schools Partnership Program Launches Website to Inform Public on Proposal to Keep Funds, Students, and Employees in MPS
May 10th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Superintendent’s proposed 2016-17 MPS budget directs more district resources to classrooms
Commitment to funding school, student success despite overall revenue decrease
May 6th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS history teacher wins state Teacher of the Year award, nominated for national award
Reagan's Margaret Holtgreive wins honor from National History Day organization
May 4th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS educator named ‘Music Teacher of the Year’
Another MPS music teacher honored for Excellence in General Music Instruction; both awards come from the Civic Music Association of Milwaukee
May 3rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Study finds collaborative efforts among education partners improving outcomes at Carver Academy
Lessons learned can help build other successful partnerships
May 3rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Mount Mary President Eileen Mihm Schwalbach Stepping Down as President in 2017
Dr. Schwalbach presided over the change of then Mount Mary College to Mount Mary University.
Apr 28th, 2016 by Mount Mary University
Mark Sain unanimously elected President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors
Larry Miller unanimously re-elected Vice President, committee assignments announced
Apr 27th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS student wins ‘Rising Star’ award from state music industry
Jonah Roth of Milwaukee High School of the Arts
Apr 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
More MPS high schools make national top school lists
District again takes state's top two Washington Post spots; MPS also home two of the state's U.S. News top 10
Apr 20th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Nearly 270 high school students to participate in a computer science programming competition at Marquette University
Many of the students attending the competition are learning computer science in their schools with the support of a $1 million grant that Marquette received in 2014 from the National Science Foundation.
Apr 11th, 2016 by Marquette University
6 MPS students win national Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Previous honorees include Ken Burns, Joyce Carol Oates, Sylvia Plath and Andy Warhol
Apr 7th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS graduate earns prestigious Fulbright award
2012 Rufus King International High School alumna and Bradley University student Sojourner White
Mar 31st, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Spring Gallery Night and Day to be held April 15 and 16, 2016
This spring, the quarterly event showcases 49 venues throughout the downtown Milwaukee area.
Mar 23rd, 2016 by Historic Third Ward Association
Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association Continues to Push for Reduced Class Sizes in Early Grades
In 2015 Scott Walker signed into law Wisconsin Act 53 which phases out the class-size reduction program.
Mar 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association
MTEA President Endorses Chevy Johnson for Alderman
Chevy has shown that he supports public education -- our students, our families, and our educators," said Kim Schroeder, President of the Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association.
Mar 14th, 2016 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
MIAD’s 2016 Senior Exhibition focuses on physical, mental wellbeing
Over 120 of Milwaukee’s emerging artists and designers exhibit their work in MIAD’s 2016 Senior Exhibition.
Mar 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
2 MPS schools among state’s first to earn new AP diploma program
As more MPS students are taking AP and IB courses, 'AP Capstone' college prep program coming to Golda Meir, Milwaukee School of Languages
Mar 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Jabari Parker Supports Safe & Sound’s H.O.M.E. Team Initiative Through Major Ticket Donation
Part of Parker’s ticket donation will go toward this additional initiative regarding crime prevention.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Bucks
Marcus Center Continues Outreach Program with Milwaukee Public Schools
Acting Workshop with Cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret
Feb 18th, 2016 by Marcus Performing Arts Center
Bucks Retain Local Firms to Assist with SBE Inclusion and Workforce Development
Prism Technical and Cross Management will be charged with developing and managing workforce and supplier diversity initiatives, respectively, for the new Milwaukee Bucks arena and ancillary development.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Milwaukee Bucks
2016 State of the City
Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016
Feb 8th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Lawmakers Break Promise Not to Fund Vouchers at the Expense of Public School Students
Taxpayers around the state are furious.
Feb 6th, 2016 by Wisconsin Public Education Network
James Methu’s Statement on Education in Milwaukee
“I call for a focus on early childhood education in order to properly prepare our students for a brighter future.”
Feb 2nd, 2016 by James Methu
More MPS students taking college-level AP, IB courses
January Board update: Teaching artists contracts approved, tentative agreement with MTEA, charter contract renewals
Jan 29th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Citizen Action of Wisconsin Endorses Chris Larson for Milwaukee County Executive
Citizen Action of Wisconsin has 12,812 members in Milwaukee County.
Jan 26th, 2016 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Big stage for eight MPS boys, girls basketball teams at The City Review
Three state top 10 teams to compete as MPS continues to expand athletic opportunities including new fields, teams
Jan 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Mayor Barrett Announced Mentoring Initiative at My Brother’s Keeper Mentoring Forum with MPS & Milwaukee Bucks
White House Chair of My Brother’s Keeper Joined to Applaud Nationwide Progress
Jan 16th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Community Leaders Support Chevy Johnson
“I am honored and privileged to have the support of such wonderful community leaders and stakeholders,” said Johnson.
Jan 13th, 2016 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Supt. Driver, Bucks star Jabari Parker invite MPS families to summit on attendance
A resource fair, breakout listening sessions, child care, translation services and a dinner are provided.
Jan 5th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
New Milwaukee Excellence Charter School to open in fall after MPS Board vote
December Board update: MPS pursuing universal driver education, Board renews three other charter contracts
Dec 18th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Recreation Supervisor Elected to National Advisory Council
Kari Couture will advise the Arts Education Network
Dec 17th, 2015 by Milwaukee Recreation
MPS schools celebrate reading as American Education Week comes to a close
Community members help students celebrate reading; share their professional experiences
Nov 19th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Record number of students and colleges expected for 9th annual Fresh Coast Classic College & Resource Fair
Event at UW-Milwaukee exposes students to college and career opportunities; helps them plan for success
Nov 18th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Johnny Thomas Announces Candidacy for City Comptroller
Former County Supervisor Johnny Thomas announced today he will be a candidate for City of Milwaukee Comptroller in the upcoming April spring election.
Nov 17th, 2015 by Johnny Thomas
200+ students from 3 MPS schools will perform at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
Concert set for Wednesday, November 18 at 11:30 a.m.
Nov 16th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
National award-winning mobile application developers will showcase work at iFair
Washington High School of IT students who created award-winning app will be at iFair Wednesday, November 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Nov 16th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Recreation Celebrates New Mountain Biking Program
End-of-season party set for Thursday, November 19
Nov 13th, 2015 by Milwaukee Press Club
Chairman Lipscomb on County Executive’s Appointment of a Schools Commissioner
Milwaukee County has established a policy opposing the Opportunity Schools and Partnership Program.
Nov 12th, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Appoints MPS Graduate, Long-Time Public School Advocate Dr. Demond Means Commissioner of Opportunity Schools Program
Dr. Means is a graduate of Milwaukee’s Riverside University High School.
Nov 12th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Marcus Center Continues Outreach Program With Milwaukee Public Schools
Master Class with the cast of WICKED
Nov 11th, 2015 by Marcus Performing Arts Center
Unique honor for MPS student, teacher means local WWII veteran will never be forgotten
One of 15 student-teacher pairs selected to travel to Normandy, Washington, D.C. to research, memorialize veteran
Nov 11th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
13th annual event offers resources for Latino families of students with special needs
Foro Latino set for Friday, November 6 at South Division High School
Nov 6th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Board, committee meetings will move to Neeskara School for November and December
Move will happen as Central Services auditorium undergoes significant, necessary and long overdue renovations
Nov 5th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board OKs expansion for Spanish Immersion School, move to create strong standalone Morse middle school, full Italian immersion at Victory and lower tax levy
Expansions of successful programs are part of MPS' Regional Development Plan; 17% of taxes labeled as MPS actually go to fund vouchers
Oct 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board approves Pulaski, Carmen partnership
Move brings two schools together in one building to work on student achievement, school environment and teaching/administrative practices
Oct 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Report Explores Metro Milwaukee’s Changing School Leader Workforce
An analysis of public school leaders in Greater Milwaukee
Oct 30th, 2015 by Public Policy Forum
MPS, state coaches association team up for basketball coaches clinic
Badger Associate Head Coach Greg Gard is the featured speaker; event set for Saturday, October 24 at MPS' Harold S. Vincent High School
Oct 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Statement from Senator Chris Larson on the MPS Takeover Information Released by DPI
“One thing is clear after yesterday’s update, the misguided architects of this power grab have failed at their own game.”
Oct 16th, 2015 by State Sen. Chris Larson
North Division wins one of 20 spots nationwide in mobile app development program
Announcement set as North joins Lenovo Scholar Network; MPS now home to 2 schools in program connecting students with the resources of Lenovo, NAF and MIT
Oct 6th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS’ Academy of Accelerated Learning honored as 1 of 10 Spotlight Schools in state
Only school in southeastern Wisconsin to be recognized; comes with $25,000 DPI grant
Sep 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Groundbreaking set for addition to MPS’ top-performing Fernwood Montessori School
Tied to MPS' Regional Development Plan, which works to grow strong academic programs
Sep 29th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
First Stage to serve as lead agency of newly-formed CLC at MPS’ Kluge Elementary School
Through this after-school partnership, students will have access to First Stage Theater Academy acting classes, arts-integrated literacy programs and character development workshops.
Sep 28th, 2015 by First Stage
MPS, Carmen exploring potential strategic partnership at Pulaski Campus
Joint statement from Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Dr. Michael Bonds and Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver
Sep 25th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Chairman Lipscomb Commends Abele on Uplift MKE Proposal
UpLift MKE Similar to Ready to Work Initiative Created by Lipscomb, Former Supervisor Eyon Biddle, Sr.
Sep 22nd, 2015 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
A Call to Service
I have met hundreds of my neighbors who have expressed to me that they need a leader who will serve them with the best interest of our district and our city at heart.
Sep 21st, 2015 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
County Board Committee Passes Resolution Protesting MPS Takeover
Measure Expresses Opposition to Law Allowing MPS Takeover by County Executive, Calls for County Executive to Advocate for Repeal
Sep 18th, 2015 by Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors
Ribbon-cuttings set for new MPS athletic fields
Rebuilt South Stadium, renovated Custer Stadium part of district effort to strengthen athletic opportunities
Sep 9th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
