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400 MPS Grads Eligible for $5 Million in College Scholarships from The Degree Project®
Great Lakes Set to Follow Through on Promise Made to Freshmen in 2011
Sep 9th, 2015 by Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation & Affiliates
Greater Milwaukee Foundation opens Miller Park for special day of public access
Partnership with Brewers Community Foundation at heart of September Gift to the Community
Sep 2nd, 2015 by Greater Milwaukee Foundation
MPS earns $35.6 million in competitive grants to support students, highest total in 3 years
Funds support early childhood education, improving school climates, improving achievement, before/after school programs, arts education
Aug 21st, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Governor Scott Walker, DWD Secretary Newson Announce $2.2 Million in Youth Apprenticeship Grant Awards
The graduation rate for eligible youth apprentices was 84% last year.
Aug 20th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Jabari Parker and the Bucks Partner with Milwaukee Public Schools on New Attendance Initiative
Bucks forward will appear in multi-media campaign urging students to own their future by being in school all day, every day
Aug 10th, 2015 by Milwaukee Bucks
Two of the state’s top high schools and a high-performing elementary school start Monday
Day One event set for MPS' Reagan H.S., which is expanding personalized learning to help all students succeed
Aug 7th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS to celebrate start of year-round schools building on past achievements and focused on future successes
New year includes a focus on increasing attendance, literacy across all subjects and implementation of Regional Development Plan to create more enrollment opportunities in high-performing schools
Jul 31st, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board approves Milwaukee Excellence Charter School proposal
July Board update: Vote means charter contract negotiations begin; Board also approves contract renewal for Alliance, nine new school leaders
Jul 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Voucher Schools Still Discriminate Against Students with Disabilities
Four years after receiving a complaint against voucher schools for discriminating against students with disabilities, Wisconsin still isn’t holding these schools accountable.
Jul 20th, 2015 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Washington alumni to award scholarships to their newest colleagues: 20+ grads from the Class of 2015
Alumni of Milwaukee Public Schools' Washington High School will award scholarships Wednesday to more than 20 of their newest colleagues
Jul 14th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS, NFL team to bring Officiating Academy to Milwaukee
Attendees will be introduced to the rules of the game, on-field officiating mechanics and tips on how to become an official.
Jul 14th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Statement from Rep. Bowen on Assembly’s Passage of Backwards Republican Budget
“We’ve known from the start that this budget is wrong for Wisconsin.”
Jul 9th, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
Third Ward Plein Air Painting Competition
Plein Air Painting Competition to be held July 21 through 25, 2015
Jul 7th, 2015 by Historic Third Ward Association
Marcus Center Teams Up with Milwaukee Public Schools for Outreach Program
Master Classes with the cast of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
Jul 6th, 2015 by Marcus Performing Arts Center
6 MPS students earn Mary Horwitt scholarships to study piano at Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
Middle and high school students will study alongside professionals
Jun 26th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS teacher named to ‘elite network of exceptional educators’
Reagan's Sarah Moore one of just 27 Milken fellows
Jun 24th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MKE Fellows Program
Fellowship Open Embarks on an Innovative Commitment to Retain Top Talent in Milwaukee
Jun 18th, 2015 by Quarles
Record-breaking $36.7 million in scholarships for the MPS Class of 2015
Third consecutive record total; Class of 2015 more than doubled Class of 2012's total
Jun 8th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
‘Life-changing’ Gates scholarships for 2 Hmong American Peace Academy students
Celebration set for Thursday, June 4 at 9 a.m.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board approves MPS budget that maximizes support to schools and students amid cuts
Includes more support for attendance efforts, reading/math interventions and after-school activities while maintaining art/music/PE commitment, school support teachers and parent coordinators
May 28th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Students create intersection mural for their neighborhood and learn civic engagement
A.W.E., LBWN partner with MPS Doerfler Elementary students to create intersection mural, teach civics
May 28th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
Statement from Dir. Claire Zautke regarding the passing of Ald. Joe Dudzik
"I'm saddened by the death of Alderman Joe Dudzik. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time."
May 22nd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Joint statement from Pres. Bonds, Supt. Driver regarding JFC budget action
"This plan targets struggling schools rather than seeking ways to support them."
May 20th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Public Schools are Being Strangled by Governor Walker and His Friends
Statement from Senator Jon Erpenbach on Republican’s 29 page education omnibus motion.
May 20th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Milwaukee Arts Board awards $213,500 to 33 organizations
Steve VandeZande and Lori Bauman named Friends of the Arts
May 15th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Arts Board
Student sculpture garden combines science, art
A celebration and unveiling, with presentations from students and teachers, will take place on Thursday, May 28th, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at Greenfield Bilingual School, 1711 S. 35th St.
May 15th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
National top 5 win for mobile app created by students at MPS’ Washington HS of IT
Now Washington students need help to be voted fan favorite
May 15th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
2 MPS high schools among state’s 15 best in new U.S. News rankings
MPS' Ronald Reagan College Preparatory High School ranked 8th and MPS' Rufus King International High School ranked 12th.
May 12th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Statement on the Opportunity Schools and Partnership Program Proposal
Providing the best K-12 education system for the community should be a priority for everyone who lives in Milwaukee
May 12th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Statement from Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Michael Bonds and MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver regarding the Kooyenga/Darling proposal
Both Bonds and MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver expressed skepticism that the so-called "turnaround district" will do anything to improve outcomes for students.
May 11th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS’ 4-year graduation rate up slightly in 2014
5- and 6-year rates continue to show some students are taking more time to graduate; key initiatives in place to accelerate growth
May 7th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS educators win state health Teacher of the Year, Jump Rope for Heart honors
MPS celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week as MPS educators earn top honors from the state association of health and physical education teachers for three straight years
May 6th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS student wins nation’s highest honor for graduating seniors
Reagan's Alethia Tilford just one of 141 in the U.S., 2 in Wisconsin
May 5th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Bonds re-elected as president of Milwaukee Board of School Directors
Miller elected vice president; committee assignments also set after annual organizational meeting
Apr 29th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Marquette Law School, College of Education to host half-day conference on critical K-12 education issues
The event is part of a continuing series of conferences on K–12 education sponsored by the Law School and College of Education, and is open to the public.
Apr 29th, 2015 by Marquette University
Stand with Survivors: April 29th is Denim Day
April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. This month, I am proud to stand alongside my colleague Dr. Darienne Driver, Superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, in raising awareness of the misconceptions around sexual assault.
Apr 28th, 2015 by Tom Barrett
MPS’ GE Foundation Schools narrowing student achievement gaps
Schools improving faster than national average in reading and math
Apr 27th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Meagan Holman Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee City Council, District 14
Meagan Holman today announced her candidacy for Alderwoman in Milwaukee’s 14th district, which includes Bay View and parts of the South Side.
Apr 24th, 2015 by Meagan Holman
MPS student in the running for nation’s highest honor for graduating HS seniors
Reagan's Alethia Tilford is a 2015 Presidential Scholars semifinalist
Apr 22nd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS high schools take state’s top 2 spots on Washington Post best list
6 MPS schools in total make Post's list of schools that challenge students to achieve through college-level exams
Apr 20th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Succeeds Names Danae Davis New Executive Director
Dynamic Nonprofit Executive Takes Lead Role in Community Partnership
Apr 10th, 2015 by Milwaukee Succeeds
Korb Tredo Architects Principals to Pursue New Opportunities
Jeff Tredo, co-founder of the award-winning firm, is departing with his core clients and design team to pursue other opportunities in the greater Milwaukee area.
Apr 1st, 2015 by Korb Tredo Architects
March Board update: Efforts to expand strong academic programming, increase high-performing seats moving forward
Regional development plans progressing
Mar 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Sup. Rainey Says Measure to Allow 16-Year-Old Vote on School Board Elections Would Increase Participation in Electoral System
County Board Passes Measure That Also Calls for Lowering Age for Registering to Vote
Mar 26th, 2015 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Dr. Driver statement regarding meeting with President Obama
MPS superintendent joined other urban school leaders with the Council of the Great City Schools
Mar 16th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Program for underperforming MPS schools is paying off
Early results show that Commitment Schools initiative is improving reading and math achievement in kindergarten through 8th grade
Mar 13th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Mayor Barrett’s 2015 State of the City Address
Monday, March 9th, 2015 - Alverno College
Mar 9th, 2015 by Tom Barrett
MPS serving 22% more school breakfasts this year
District cites research showing that students who eat breakfast have better attendance, behavior, memory and achievement
Mar 4th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
City Year Milwaukee Adds Three New Board Members
Cecelia Gore, Kevin Joy, Cal Schmidt Welcomed to City Year Board of Directors
Feb 27th, 2015 by City Year Milwaukee
February Board update: Dr. Driver’s contract extended, state budget resolution, Malcolm X redevelopment for King Middle
Other action includes: Clerk's contract extended, position created to explore new northwest-side middle school; Board honors Dr. King contest winners, Cass Street School teacher and outgoing chief accountability and efficiency officer
Feb 26th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Statement from Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Michael Bonds regarding Gov. Walker’s proposed 2015-17 biennial budget
"School boards across the state are stepping forward to make sure the devastating impact of the Governor's proposed budget is understood."
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS notes 10 years of defibrillators in schools
The MPS HeartSafe Schools program has saved seven lives
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS hosts listening sessions linked to strategies for improving student outcomes
Students, families, staff and community members invited to weigh in; each session is connected to one of the district's Strategic Objectives
Feb 20th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Families encouraged to enroll by Friday for the best opportunity at their first-choice school
Last week for MPS' 'Three-Choice Enrollment' period, which ends Feb. 20
Feb 17th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Rep. Gwen Moore Honors Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:
Feb 13th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
College of Communication student awarded journalism study tour to Japan from Scripps Howard Foundation
“These students, among the strongest news reporters at campuses across the country, represent the future of journalism.”
Feb 13th, 2015 by Marquette University
Bucks Reward Milwaukee Public High School Scholar Athletes with Courtside Seats
Courtside Active Scholars Program recognizes MPS Students who excel in school and sports
Feb 11th, 2015 by Milwaukee Bucks
Author to encourage families to ‘Fall In Love With Reading’ at Valentine’s Day event
Children must be accompanied by an adult for free event hosted by author Brenda McGrath, Walgreens and MPS
Feb 9th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Justin Bielinski for 8th District Alderman
Justin Bielinski of Burnham Park announced his candidacy for Alderman in Milwaukee’s 8th District.
Feb 8th, 2015 by Sup. Justin Bielinski
MPS sets college financial aid help sessions for every Saturday in February
Weeknight option also available; efforts are a part of College Goal Wisconsin
Feb 6th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS fall applications double as “Three-Choice” enrollment opens
Enroll by Feb. 20 for your best opportunity for a seat at your first-choice school
Feb 6th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
January Board update: Budget and operational planning; 5 buildings declared surplus
Charter, partnership contracts also renewed, amended
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
The City of Milwaukee Declares a Snow Emergency
City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Commissioner Ghassan Korban has declared a snow emergency effective
Feb 1st, 2015 by City of Milwaukee
Statement by President Michael Bonds, Ph.D., regarding the New Opportunities for Milwaukee document
Milwaukee Public Schools was not sent a copy of this plan, which was provided to the district by the news media.
Jan 28th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Meet leaders, enroll early in 100+ neighborhood and specialty schools at MPS fair
MPS All-School Enrollment Fair is set for Saturday, January 31 at Milwaukee High School of the Arts
Jan 26th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Reagan student, teacher selected to travel to France and D.C. for WWII research, remembrance
National History Day is a non-profit educational organization that was established to offer academic programs to students through original research work on historical topics of interest.
Jan 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Rep. Frederick Kessler and Judge Joan Kessler endow University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee scholarship fund
State Rep. Frederick Kessler and his wife, Judge Joan Kessler, are donating $300,000 to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Jan 21st, 2015 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
MPS boys basketball teams take to big stage for ‘City Review’
Six teams face off Jan. 30 at the UWM Panther Arena as district strengthens athletics
Jan 20th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
The Reasonable Alternative to the Downtown Streetcar
Statement from Alderman Joe Davis, Sr.
Jan 16th, 2015 by Joe Davis, Sr.
Hundreds of Volunteers to Join City Year Milwaukee for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
Mandela Barnes, Superintendent Driver, Julia A. Uihlein will join volunteers to beautify Milwaukee Public Schools’ Washington High School of Information Technology
Jan 14th, 2015 by Press Release
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Driver goes “On the Issues” to discuss challenges, vision for district’s future
Driver came to MPS two years ago to become the district’s first chief innovation officer.
Jan 14th, 2015 by Marquette University
MPS schools to be closed Fri., Jan. 9, 2015
Thursday and Friday evening activities including sports cancelled; Central Services locations will be open; principals and APs report to schools
Jan 8th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS schools to be closed Thurs., Jan. 8, 2015
All evening activities including sports cancelled; Central Services locations will be open; principals and APs report to schools
Jan 7th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board OKs additions for high-performing Montessori schools, reopening building for charter school
Superintendent also presents broad conceptual plan to continue work to expand high-demand, successful programs
Dec 19th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Italian ambassador to visit Italian Immersion program at MPS’ Victory School
School one of the first of its kind in the U.S.; visit set for Monday
Nov 26th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee educators vote overwhelmingly to recertify union
Milwaukee teachers, educational assistants, bookkeepers and substitute teachers voted overwhelmingly to recertify the MTEA.
Nov 25th, 2014 by Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association
Statement from Michael Bonds, President of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors
Dr. Michael Bonds, the President of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, has directed the Milwaukee Public Schools administration to conduct a review of the compensation structure for all employees.
Nov 24th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
3,500 MPS students to connect with colleges, careers, resources at fair
Scholarships will also be presented; 8th annual Fresh Coast Classic College and Resource Fair set for Tuesday at UWM
Nov 24th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS students to benefit from $9.1M in competitive grants
Funds will strengthen academic, behavioral and mental health supports for students
Nov 14th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Heroin and Opiates 101 – A Neighborhood & Community Meeting
President Murphy hosting key meeting next week targeting parents, loved ones
Nov 12th, 2014 by Ald. Michael Murphy
iFair gives students a look at Washington High’s new mobile app program
Interactive event on Tuesday allows students to explore IT and engineering programs and careers
Nov 10th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS educator named Midwest PE Teacher of the Year
Gail Milbrath and 2 other MPS educators also won state honors this year
Nov 7th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Washington HS of IT 1 of 10 U.S. schools to win mobile app development program
MPS high school is the only school in the Midwest selected for the Lenovo Scholar Network
Nov 3rd, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Board update: Malcolm X update, budget approval, new charter school petition
At its October meeting, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors received an update on the plan for Malcolm X site, approved the final 2014-15 budget and approved a plan for a new charter school.
Oct 30th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Bans Financial Inducements by Charter Schools
City of Milwaukee charter schools are now prohibited from giving money or gifts as incentives to enroll new students.
Oct 29th, 2014 by Schools and Communities United
MPS hosting nearly 1,000 leaders from nation’s urban school districts
Challenges, best practices and reforms are the focuses of discussion at the Council of the Great City Schools annual conference
Oct 20th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Photos: Manhattan Project scientist among 11 Washington alums set to join Hall of Fame
Photo gallery link below; new inductees include NFL player, entertainers, researchers, educators and the financial adviser whose story inspired the film "The Pursuit of Happyness"
Oct 17th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Manhattan Project scientist among 11 Washington alums set to join Hall of Fame
Other new inductees include NFL player, entertainers, researchers, educators and the financial adviser whose story inspired the film "The Pursuit of Happyness"
Oct 17th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Board of School Directors selects new Board Clerk/Director of Board Governance
Jaqueline Mann is an experienced MPS administrator, educator
Oct 1st, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
County Executive Abele Introduces $1.3 Billion Budget for 2015
Highlighting increases in public safety, mental health care and other critical services, Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele introduced his 2015 Recommended Budget today.
Oct 1st, 2014 by County Executive Chris Abele
MPS Board names Dr. Darienne Driver as permanent superintendent
First permanent female superintendent in the district
Sep 30th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS partners with Marquette, MATC, GMDA to offer free dental exams for Head Start students
'Dental Day' set for Saturday, October 4 at MU Dental School
Sep 29th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Historical record shows high-performing school was always part of Malcolm X redevelopment plan
Legislators' comments show lack of awareness of facts
Sep 26th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Malcolm X plans continue to move forward
MPS is moving forward with its plans to bring a high-performing school to the former Malcolm X Academy building.
Sep 19th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Marquette education professor Dr. Howard Fuller goes “On the Issues” to discuss new memoir
Dr. Howard Fuller, the director of Marquette’s Institute for the Transformation of Learning, will discuss his new book in an upcoming “On the Issues with Mike Gousha.”
Sep 15th, 2014 by Marquette University
15 MPS schools honored by the state for ‘Beating the Odds’
Schools have higher rates of poverty than three-quarters of the schools in Wisconsin and have above-average reading and math achievement compared to similar schools
Sep 4th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS to ‘ring in’ traditional calendar year Tuesday at one of the district’s 14 Commitment Schools
Local and state leaders to join MPS Board members, Acting Supt. Driver at MPS' Thurston Woods Campus
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS’ average ACT score up slightly, mirroring statewide trend
ACT scores up at MPS
Aug 20th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
All students at 156 MPS schools will be able to receive a healthy breakfast, lunch at no charge
MPS announces participation in Community Eligibility Program (CEP)
Aug 18th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
At 16, MPS grad is off to the Ivy League
Helen Fetaw and her MPS Class of 2014 classmates earned $31+ million in scholarships
Aug 14th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
