Milwaukee Public Schools

City Could Bill MPS Over Arcane State Law

City Attorney must provide legal services to MPS. Could it charge for this?

Bill Requiring Basic Fiscal Accountability Before School Tax Increases Is Headed to Governors Desk

County Executive David Crowley, Milwaukee County Youth Commission Announce $35,000 Microgrant for Pathfinders Youth Housing Services

MPS Kindergarten Enrollment Fairs Are Jan. 31 and Feb. 21

New at Fairs: Learning Stations with Information and Activities for Traditional Kindergarten, Montessori, More

DPI Returns Final $8 Million Withheld From MPS

The funding was held back after MPS missed key financial reporting deadlines, triggering state scrutiny and a corrective plan.

MPS Receives Final $8 Million Withheld by State, Submits 2024-25 Audit

District Marks Major Milestone in Improving Its Financial Reporting

Winners of 42nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Contests Announced, Will Be Celebrated at Free Citywide Celebration

Free event on Monday, January 19, to honor student contest winners and community leader Andre Lee Ellis

2025 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers Highlights 2025 Accomplishments

Brewers Weigh In On Parking Lot Development Proposal

Final study estimates possible tax revenue -- if Brewers agree to it.

MPS Makes Progress on Science of Reading

Leadership still needs to win to get buy-in from some teachers.

Annie Kubes Named Senior Director of Milwaukee Recreation

Kubes will step into the role on December 29

Milwaukee Recreation Hosts Annual New Year’s Day Yoga Fest

January 1, 2026 at Beulah Brinton Community Center

$43 Million Later, MPS Says Classrooms Are Safe From Lead Dust

Superintendent Brenda Cassellius and city leaders mark the end of cleanup effort.

MPS Buildings Cleared of Lead-Paint Risks after 10-Plus Months of Work

All Affected Schools Now Meet or Exceed Standards

Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation announce MPS Drive Milestone

Over 10,000 students gain critical skills through accessible driver education

Milwaukee Recreation to Host Seventh Annual Winter Wonder Woods

Event to take place December 10 - 13

Brewers Community Foundation Announces More Than $5.7 Million Raised in 2025; More Than $66 Million Raised Since 2010 Inception

“Beyond the Diamond” Community Relations Efforts Make Memorable Impact

MPS Offering Alternative Transportation for Homeless Students

District leasing 20 minivans. MPS has about 5,000 homeless students.

Board Seeks Repeal of Restrictions in Sales Tax Deal

State legislation has many restraints on Milwaukee County's operations and spending.

Milwaukee Recreation to Host Seventh Annual Winter Wonder Woods

Event to take place December 10 - 13

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking In Effect

City-County Emergency Food Drive Ending After Raising More than $93,000 for Families

MPS Training in Science of Reading Going Poorly

Board members 'getting emails up the wazoo' of teachers complaining about training.

MPS and Carmen Are Breaking Up

Charter network must find a new home for all of its schools.

It’s a Mistake For MPS To Expel Carmen Northwest

School board could terminate charter agreement Thursday evening.

Hutton bills protecting local taxpayers receive Senate hearing

It’s Time to Vote! Milwaukee Election Commission and Milwaukee Public Schools Announce Finalists for the “I Voted Early” Sticker Design Contest

Use-of-Force Incidents at MPS Raise Concerns

6 incidents at northside schools ended in use of force by police.

What’s In the 44 Footnotes Added to Milwaukee’s Budget?

Record number of footnotes reveal what council members are thinking. And who's the new prolific author?

Traditional Recipes to be Prepared on Holiday Folk Fair Internationals Chefs Stage

Mayor Johnson to Tip Off Milwaukee’s Holiday Season at 2025 City of Milwaukee Christmas Tree Lighting at Cheer District, Presented by the We Energies Foundation

112th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration will be held Friday, November 21 from 5-7 p.m.

MPS Receives $23 Million College Prep Grant

Grant will service nearly 30,000 students for next seven years.

Nobody Will Miss I-794

Turning one mile of freeway in Downtown into a boulevard will have huge benefits.

Holiday Folk Fair International Offers an Abundance of Food Options

MPS Receives 7-Year, $23 Million Grant to Prep Students for College

Grant Plus $23 Million Match Will Help More MPS Students Achieve in School, Graduate from High School, and Enroll in College

Holiday Folk Fair International to Add Five to Wall of Honor

The Fear Factor at MPS

Board members, new superintendent, new media person push openness, transparency.

New State Report Card Better Reflects MPS’s Progress, Challenges

Scoring Changes Move Total Score up Slightly, but Rating Moves to “Meets Few Expectations”; Literacy Plan 1st Step to Stronger Growth

Special Events and Activities Highlight Holiday Folk Fair International

Special Exhibits and Displays Featured at Holiday Folk Fair International

Council Marks Up Mayor’s 2026 Budget, Adds Services, Pay Raises

Proposal now subject to Cavalier Johnson's veto pen.

Holiday Folk Fair International to Feature Music and Dance

MPS Mourns the Passing of Former Board President Mark Sain

District recognizes former board president's contribution to student development

Lawmakers Criticize DPI Superintendent Underly at Hearing

Concerns include that she sent a deputy to represent DPI.

FoodShare Delays, City-County Food Drive Progress, WIC benefits, and ACA Updates

MPS Reaching Out to Community

Superintendent Cassellius and school board create new outreach committees.

Work Underway On New Northwest Side Community Center

Former Town of Granville school to become all-ages community hub.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and Local Leaders Highlight Federal Government Shutdown Impacts to Community

MMAC Wants State To Opt Into Federal Voucher School Program

Evers has said participating in the program would be “catastrophic” for public schools.

Holiday Folk Fair International Supported by Area Businesses

Milwaukee Recreation Announces Mother & Son Superhero Night

Sixth annual event set for Saturday, November 8 at Hamilton High School

MPS Will Host Six Hiring Fairs Through December at Schools, Central Services

MPS seeks teachers, paraprofessionals and maintenance, cafeteria staff

Are Student ‘Mental Health Days’ a Problem for Schools?

Some experts worry about trend. Absenteeism at Wisconsin schools up to 22%.

2026 Wisconsin School Counselor of the Year Is Ana Báez of South Division HS

Surprise announcement was made October 21 during school assembly

Audit Finds a Quarter of Wisconsin Schools Missed Financial Deadlines

Legislative Audit Bureau report recommends changes to DPI to improve procedures.

School Aid Shrinks for 7 in 10 Wisconsin Districts

Most districts see aid cuts as $350 million shifts to private programs.

Milwaukee Public Schools Using Retirees To Fill Vacant Teaching Positions

The district still has 83 vacancies to fill.

Forum announces Salute to Local Government award winners

Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Raises Legal Questions, Could Negatively Impact Wisconsin Businesses

More than 350 employers in Wisconsin use program to hire skilled workers.

Dual Enrollment Bill Aims To Make It Easier For High Schoolers To Take College Classes

One-in-four high school students already participate, but with stark divides based on district.

Wisconsin public school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 10 districts; deadline is Jan. 15

Crime is Down Across Milwaukee, But Homicides Are Rising

Newly-released crime data shows city going against national trend on homicides.

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Milwaukee, WI (October 8, 2025)

Costs Shouldn’t Be Used To Deter Records Requests

Recent evidence suggests school districts might be doing just that.

After MPS Issue, GOP Lawmakers Would Require Financial Reporting Before Referendums

Bill would bar districts that haven't reported figures to state from advancing a referendum.

Post-Pandemic, A Partial Turnaround for Educator Turnover in Wisconsin

Turnover rates down statewide but remain elevated; Impact is greater for some communities

Milwaukee Recreation Earns Reaccreditation From National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)

Milwaukee Recreation first earned accreditation in 2021

New Director Takes Over Beleaguered MPS HR Department

Outsider brings diverse experience to challenged department.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Announces Fall Childhood Immunization Clinics

Amid Visa Uncertainty, MPS Pauses International Teacher Program

Superintendent also says to expect several school closures in coming years.

2024-25 Test Results Underscore Need for MPS’s Newly Launched Literacy Plan

Plan Includes 40 Hours of Dedicated Teacher Training in 2025-26 So All Students Can Learn to Read

What Do the NAEP Tests Tell Us About Student Achievement?

Both nationally and locally a notable decline since 2017. Why?

Sale of Former MPS School Falls Through

Choice school had planned to purchase the Eschweiler-designed building.

Milwaukee Recreation Announces 32nd Annual Halloween Glen

Halloween fun and outdoor education will make for exciting event at Hawthorn Glen

Holiday Folk Fair International Advance Tickets Available

Mayor’s 2026 Budget Includes New Library, Hikes Property, Wheel Taxes

City contending with $100 million structural deficit.

MPS Creates New Emergency Protocol

Shooting incidents at schools across county has pushed system to act.

Milwaukee Reading Coalition Hopes to Transform Instruction

MPS superintendent, mayor back effort targeting Milwaukee third graders.

New Coalition Aims to Transform Reading Instruction for 30,000 Milwaukee Students

Milwaukee Reading Coalition to drive citywide improvement in early literacy through educator training and support

Full MPS Leadership Team Is Now in Place

New Chiefs Are Leading HR, Partnership, Schools; New Academic Superintendents Are Based in Schools

Gov. Evers Wraps Up Annual Statewide Back-to-school Tour

Governor celebrates 49th back-to-school season with visits to K-12 schools across the state, highlights efforts in the 2025-27 Biennial Budget to do what’s best for kids

MPS To Hold 3 Community Lead-screening Clinics September 16-18

Property Owners Divided Over West Side Historic District

James Dieter's proposal will either save the neighborhood or destroy it.

County Board Demands WIAA Address Hate Speech in H.S. Sports

Officials say sports governing body hasn't taken action to stop racial taunts, harassment at games.

MPS Clears Lead Risks from all Pre-1950 Elementary Buildings

District's Focus Now Shifts to Elementary Buildings Constructed Between 1950 and 1978

New MPS Superintendent Wants To Reconfigure School-Grade Configuration

Brenda Cassellius wants to move to a pre-K-6 and 7-12 grade model.

DWD Awards Nearly $1 Million in Equipment Grants to 19 School Districts

More than 4,000 students to benefit from training in high-demand industries

English-Learning Students Get Jump On College At MPS High School

South Division High School offers dual enrollment program.

Only 2.8% of MPS Students Participated in Dual Enrollment

Program helps students prepare for college success. Why the low numbers?

MPS Superintendent Faces Uphill Battle Rebuilding Community Trust

Brenda Cassellius aims to improve a school district dogged by tough issues.

MPS Foundation Welcomes Myra Edwards as New Leader

DPI Releases Another $17 Million in State Aid to MPS

Second Release in 2 Weeks Is Another Sign of Progress in Superintendent Cassellius’s Work to Improve Financial Reporting

Milwaukee Educator Receives Stipend to Mentor Next Generation of STEM Innovators

Empowering Mentors, Inspiring Innovators: Society for Science Invests $228,000 to support 70 STEM Educators Mentoring the Next Generation

Rep. Goodwin Applauds Release of Vital State Aid to MPS

MPS High Schools Ranked Among the Best in Wisconsin by U.S. & World Report

State Releases $16 Million Withheld from Milwaukee Public Schools

State Superintendent Jill Underly says MPS made progress on financial reports.