Milwaukee Public Schools

Statement from Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley

Superintendent Posley addressed MPS staff COVID-19 vaccinations

The Education of Sherwin Hughes

Talk show host for 101.7 The Truth talks about growing up in Milwaukee.

The Hammer of Student Testing

Republican legislators may use tests as a way to force schools to reopen.

Evers’ public education budget a path to close gaps, open doors for students

Goodbye Columbus

And hello Cuba. MPS replaces Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

Who’s Behind School Superintendent Candidates?

More than half of Deborah Kerr’s campaign cash came from one fat cat.

New City Health Commissioner Approved

Kirsten Johnson's appointment sails through council.

Many MPS Students Can’t Get Drivers Ed

Hundreds of students left out as pandemic causes reduced class sizes in schools.

Race and Income and ‘Back to School’

Republicans decry virtual schooling for Black students. But Black families more likely to support it.

Guide to Black History Month Events

Black history, art, films, food trucks and more.

Milwaukee Public Schools to host Black Lives Matter Week of Action 2021

The observance is part of Black History Month and the National Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action

Popular Milwaukee DJ Publishes Book

Tyrone Miller, aka DJ Bizzon, is author of the 'Hal Leonard DJ Method.’

MPS Finalizes Reopening Plans

Schools will bring students back in phases.

La Causa’s New Home

Hispanic-focused non-profit developing administration building in Walker's Point.

Fire Department HQ Being Renamed For Wisconsin’s First Black Architect

Alonzo Robinson was a trailblazing architect

MPS Policy Pays Public Employees to Work for Teachers Unions

Union leave policy results in public subsidy to labor unions, violates Constitution’s ban on compelled speech

School Choice Important to Black Families

And even more important during the pandemic.

Milwaukee Public Schools Weather Closing

Wiegand Still Redeveloping Wisconsin Avenue School

Ambassador Suites' completion moved forward to 2022, part of bigger vision for West Side.

Statement from Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley

Superintendent Posley addressed MLK Day celebration throughout the district

37th Street School Finds New Life

Conversion of long-vacant school to affordable housing is underway.

Housing Shortage Driving Prices Higher

And that will likely continue in 2021. Home sales hit record levels in late 2020, despite pandemic.

Milwaukee Public Schools nurses and therapists among the first group to receive COVID-19 vaccine

Vaccinations are underway for district staff involved in medically-related tasks

Baptist Church Buying MPS Building

Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church will launch new school on 37th and Keefe.

Hotels Fight City Hall, Win $500,000

Marriott and Springhill Suites win settlement. And council debates assessments.

Who Is Madam Chino?

Local businesswoman creates chic hand-made clothing from recycled materials.

Kahri Phelps Okoro Announces Her Candidacy for District 5- Milwaukee School Board

MPS Now Offers Free Dinners

School district expands free breakfast and lunch program. Anyone 18 or younger is eligible.

The Push to Reopen Schools

Virtual schools working poorly, but in-person schools are risky. Legislators, others pushing to reopen.

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking Continues

Snow Emergency Requiring Alternate Side Parking In Effect

Nwagbaraocha Discusses Candidacy for MPS Board

27 Years As a City Librarian

Retiring Milwaukee Public Library director Paula Kiely reflects on how system has changed.

Abbie Fishman Seeks Seat on Milwaukee Public Schools Board of Directors

Barrett Picks Makda Fessahaye for Human Resources Director

Attorney to replace longtime Employee Relations director Maria Monteagudo.

Avalos Confirmation On Hold Because of FPC Misstep

Committee voted for her without necessary background check.

Amani Woman’s Baking Turned Into a Business

Sherry Green baked cookies for others during the pandemic, then people started buying them.

Commission Ties Again on Picking Milwaukee’s Next Police Chief

Mahaley or Aziz? Commission still can't decide.

Milwaukee Public Schools Releases Roadmap to Readiness Family Survey

Survey will remain open until until Friday, January 8, 2021 and will gather input on virtual learning

Six New Milwaukee School Board Candidates

Three for open seats, three opposing incumbents in Spring 2021 election.

Election Over, Activists Prepare To Hold Officials Accountable

"It is expected that we are going to stop paying attention now that the election is over, so we have to pay extra attention."

Families Struggle With Child Care Amid School Closures, Virtual Learning

Families taking it day by day as day care programs close.

Fire & Police Commission Ties On Next Police Chief

Will meet again on December 10th.

With Wisconsin in need of a lifeline, Assembly GOP created an obstacle course

City Reduces Capacity for Restaurants, Bars

New health order restricts capacity further, effective December 3rd, ending January 15

MPS Still Tougher on Black Students?

Federal settlement cited disproportionate discipline. Posley says progress being made.

Mayor Names Leon Todd as Executive Director of the Fire and Police Commission

DPI budget proposal provides support “our kids deserve” say public education advocates

Jilly Gokalgandhi Announces Candidacy for District 5 of the Milwaukee Public School Board

COVID-19 Could Hamper Snow Plowing

Milwaukee bracing for staffing shortages as the pandemic spreads.

Get A Free Flu Shot This Week

Free vaccinations available on Wednesday and Thursday.

$1.6 Billion Adopted Budget Raises Fees, Cuts Police

City's fiscal challenges continue to mount under state restrictions, rising costs.

MPS Joins Suit Against E-Cigarette Companies

Suit alleges that e-cigarettes are deliberately marketed to minors.

Virtual Listening Sessions Scheduled for Police Chief Finalists

Have a question for Milwaukee's next police chief? Now is your time to ask.

Florentine Opera Named Finalist in 2020 BizTimes Nonprofit Excellence Awards

Milwaukee Public Schools adds hours to Stop, Grab & Go

Three current school sites will be used for additional times for meal distribution

Milwaukee Public Schools adds hours to Stop, Grab & Go

Three current school sites will be used for additional times for meal distribution

Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 20 districts; deadline is Jan.8

MPS Faces Exodus of Younger Students

District’s kindergarten and pre-K enrollment down by 1,544 students.

Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership Receives Department of Education Award

Community Schools recognized among national education initiatives

FPC Announces Three Finalists for Police Chief

All outsiders, although one finalist has Milwaukee ties.

Robertson promoted as Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s first EVP, COO and CFO

Vos Makes Appointments to Racial Disparities Task Force

This, after the speaker refused to hold a session on racial justice legislation.

MPS Revamps Southgate Playfield

Playfield with 77% less asphalt opens. Plus: alll the week's real estate news.

The Good Samaritans Among Us

Two Black citizens stop to help a white man in a late night car crash. Are all of us willing to do such good?

Milwaukee Public Schools celebrates 15 years of saving lives with AEDs

Nine lives total have been saved through the HeartSafe Schools program

More than $14 million approved for transportation alternatives

College Possible Milwaukee Names Kellie J. Sigh as Executive Director

Sigh committed to addressing the “degree divide” impacting Milwaukee’s youth

Municipal Court Attendance Way Up

Huge reduction in no shows in Zoom era. Even a court appearance from Saudi Arabia.

Surplus Property Law Results in Just One Vacant Milwaukee School Sale to Charter School

WILL Policy Brief revisits how state law was thwarted by local actors for the last five years

Edison Middle School Would Become 64 Apartments

Common Council approves proposal. Plus: A recap of the week's real estate news.

Milwaukee Public Schools receives donation of backpacks, school supplies for students

Educators Credit Union, Beyond Vision and BestEd among contributing partners

School Districts Battle Over In-Person Classes

Parents push for this as health officials, teachers say state’s spiking pandemic makes this unsafe.

No Early Voting at Miller Park, Fiserv Forum

City fears legal challenges of sites not approved at June emergency meeting.

Senator Larson, Democratic colleagues release Pandemic School Stability Legislation

Marquette University Partners with The Milky Way Tech Hub to Pilot Product Development Program for BIPOC and Women-led startups

Future for large numbers of Milwaukee students made brighter by key partners

Statement of Common Council President Cavalier Johnson October 3, 2020

These Places Help with Childcare and Virtual Learning

They offer a place for children before, during and after school.

Marquette Board of Trustees elects two new members

30% of City’s School-Age Kids Lack Computer

And 8.5% of families lack broadband, survey finds. MPS foundation, non-profit work to address virtual learning issues.

City Made $8.6 Million Debt Mistake

Past Comptroller blamed. Mistake equivalent to all the salaries of health department staff.

Future Forward adds Milwaukee Regional Coordinator

“A Chance for a Better Life”

New Season of Black Nouveau Brings New Host

Earl Arms to Present 29th Season of Celebrated African-American Public Affairs Program

Journal Sentinel School Choice Blackout

Newspaper ignores new study with powerful results for voucher schools.

American Family Insurance, Milwaukee Brewers collaborate on new logo for American Family Field

Students Need Help During Pandemic

Social-emotional skills are critical. How AmeriCorps members can help.

Program Helps Women, Minority Businesses Grow

66 businesses have been helped by GMC’s Scale Up Milwaukee SPARC initiative.

American Family Insurance, Brewers Community Foundation partner on $200,000 donation to bridge digital divide for families at Milwaukee Public Schools

Michael Emem’s Rising Real Estate Career

From drawing homes in high school to building them across the city.

Milwaukee Public Schools indefinitely suspends district athletics

Date to resume MPS athletic activities to be determined

Milwaukee Public Schools announces expansion, changes to Stop, Grab & Go

Starting September 1, students will be able to receive meals at 50 sites within the district

Back-To-School Resources for Families

School supply drives, internet access, book readings and more.

With DNC as Backdrop, A Discussion of Black Liberation

Young students and artists talk about racism, police and education.

Couple Opens Medical Training Center

Former MPS facility at 69th and Appleton becomes Standard of Excellence training center for entry-level medical jobs.