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CAVT Welcomes Shana McCaw as Senior Curator
Over the last 16 years McCaw has brought innovative ideas to a multitude of institutions.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Art Museums Inc
Joey Balistreri Announces Run for MPS Board of Directors, District 7
His time in the classroom—both as a teacher and academic coach—gives him valuable perspective.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Joey Balistreri
Sen. Larson Announces Committee Assignments for 2017-2018 Legislative Session
“As a state senator and as a member of these important committees, I look forward to working with my neighbors and colleagues to support policies that will provide each of our neighbors the freedom to pursue the American Dream.”
Jan 3rd, 2017 by State Sen. Chris Larson
The 30th Street Industrial Corridor Corporation appoints Cheryl Blue as its new Executive Director
The Corridor is a 25 year old nonprofit organization that works to restore and maintain the economic vitality of Milwaukee’s industrial corridor.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by The Corridor
Milwaukee Public Schools releases results of water quality testing
The sampling began in June 2016 and two independent, state-certified firms conducted the analysis.
Dec 16th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Important message from the superintendent
While our schools are showing signs of growth and have moved up a grade in the state report card, we have much work to do
Dec 14th, 2016 by Darienne Driver
Walker’s Point Center for the Arts welcomes new Executive Director Marcela Garcia
Garcia is a Xicana artist, innovator and cultural warrior.
Dec 9th, 2016 by Walker’s Point Center for the Arts
15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhood
“Unsung Heroes” Selected as Finalists for the 2017 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)
Dec 7th, 2016 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Appointment of Margaret Daun as Corporation Counsel
Ms. Daun comes to Milwaukee County with diverse experience in the public and private sectors.
Dec 5th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data
Initiative will create nation’s largest opioid overdose surveillance system
Dec 5th, 2016 by Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee Public Schools’ students get free books; chance to meet children’s author Sundee Frazier
My Very Own Library, Scholastic Book Fairs and United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County team-up to support literacy effort at 14 MPS schools
Dec 5th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Marquette Opus College of Engineering receives three grants worth $630,459
Grants will fund two projects and start a robotics program within local high schools
Nov 29th, 2016 by Marquette University
“A Christmas Carol” Continues Tiny Tim Ticket Program
Milwaukee Repertory Theater continues Tiny Tim Ticket Program with repeat grant from Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Repertory Theater
More than 100 Sherman Park students to be treated to Milwaukee Bucks game
The firm wanted to offer the students and their families impacted by the August civil unrest the opportunity for a fun night out at a Bucks game.
Nov 21st, 2016 by Phoenix Investors
Humphries: Is this Wobegon or Wisconsin?
Candidate for State Superintendent John Humphries released the following statement in response to the release of state report cards by the Department of Public Instruction earlier today:
Nov 17th, 2016 by John Humphries
Nearly one third of MPS schools move up a category on the latest State Report Card
Fifty-five MPS schools Meet, Exceed or Significantly Exceed Expectations on the latest State Report Card
Nov 17th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Advanced Placement Telepresence program expands students’ opportunity
Milwaukee Public Schools program provides classes via remote access
Nov 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools expands successful initiatives
Special ceremonies, launch mark growth of popular schools and programs
Nov 7th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools launches new initiative to give young people a safe place
MPS C.A.R.E.S. offers expanded evening programming, wellness activities for youth and families
Oct 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS high school early admissions open now through Nov. 19
Students have the opportunity to enroll in the high school of their choice
Oct 24th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Statewide data shows improvement; more work needed to prepare all students for success
District continues work to promote student achievement
Oct 18th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Dr. Driver & MPS Deserve Due Credit for MPS Turnaround Efforts
Statement of President Ashanti Hamilton
Oct 14th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Rep. Goyke Congratulates Milwaukee Public Schools and Stands with Dedicated Staff and Students
"I offer my sincere congratulations to Dr. Driver, the MPS School Board, Teachers, Parents, and Students. "
Oct 12th, 2016 by Evan Goyke
Milwaukee Public Schools No Longer Required to Participate in OSPP
District performance signals progress
Oct 12th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS superintendent elected chair-elect of Council of Great City Schools Board of Directors
Dr. Darienne Driver assumes leadership position with national coalition of nation's largest urban public schools
Oct 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
