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Wisconsin Vision’s ‘Clear Days Ahead’ Program Provides Children in Need with Free Glasses
Milwaukee Public Schools partners with Wisconsin Vision and the Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association
Nov 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS shows modest improvement on state report card
MPS schools improve category ratings, have higher scores than last year
Nov 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation, Inc.
Wisconsin Fab Labs students to design protocol gift for top state officials
New design competition provides a global showcase for items created by students
Nov 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
MPS Charter Schools Work Better
So why doesn’t the school board embrace them?
Nov 8th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Cream City Hostel Buys Building
Partners hope to open unique Riverwest hostel for travelers in May 2019.
Nov 5th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Big Week of Real Estate News
The Couture, Michels and streetcar headline a busy week.
Nov 4th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Walking Students to School Hikes Attendance
New MPS “Walking School Bus” program seeing results.
Oct 31st, 2018 by Grace Connatser
City Launches Children’s Savings Accounts
City and United Way will start all MPS K-5 students with $25 in a savings account.
Oct 24th, 2018 by Ana Martinez-Ortiz
The Couture Still in Limbo
Plus: Plans to convert two schools to apartments advance, more affordable housing in Walker's Point
Oct 21st, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
North side’s first public handball court to be unveiled
News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski
Oct 15th, 2018 by Ald. Tony Zielinski
House of Risk: An Immersive and Transformational Installation by Artists Sylvie Rosenthal and Vanessa Diaz opens October 18, 2018
Come witness this historic mansion transformed!
Oct 11th, 2018 by Villa Terrace Museum & Gardens
Board Names Dr. Posley MPS Superintendent
Longtime educator puts renewed focus on the classroom
Oct 9th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Recreation Plans 25TH Annual Halloween Glen
Event combines Halloween fun with outdoor education
Oct 9th, 2018 by Milwaukee Recreation
37th Street School Project Extended
Redeveloping school into 49 senior apartments. Developers still applying for tax credits.
Oct 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants
WEDC expects to award grants to 20 districts; deadline is Dec. 13
Oct 8th, 2018 by Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
North, Zablocki Become Community Schools
High school and south-side elementary school added to MPS community schools partnership.
Oct 8th, 2018 by Ryeshia Farmer
Supervisor Taylor Encourages Youth to Register to Vote
"This year, young people will make up the largest group of eligible voters for the first time in any election."
Oct 4th, 2018 by Sequanna Taylor
Black and Latino Young Men Tell Their Stories Through Art
Art Start Portrait Project offers youth the opportunity to portray complex narratives about their identities, asking the world to see them the way they choose to be seen
Oct 3rd, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board Approves Lease with UW-Madison to Help More Kids Get to College
Daniel Webster Secondary school to expand, Franklin Pierce Elementary changes name to Riverwest Elementary
Sep 28th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Governor Walker Highlights Youth, Registered Apprenticeship Programs at Event with Milwaukee Public Schools, Harley-Davidson
"By continuing to expand our Youth Apprenticeship program, we are creating pathways to meaningful careers for high school students across Wisconsin."
Sep 28th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Orlando Verdecia Receives The Marcus Corporation 2017 Ben Marcus Humanitarian Award
Verdecia’s true calling is serving the community.
Sep 27th, 2018 by The Marcus Corporation
Riverwest Hostel In Final Funding Push
Project must raise $100,000 more from investors to complete financing package.
Sep 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Three New “Historic” Homes For East Side
City committee designates vacant land as historic, allows three new homes near Water Tower.
Sep 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Supervisor Nicholson Statement on Comments Disparaging MPS Students
"Right Wisconsin owes all MPS students an apology. I stand with them in demanding one."
Sep 13th, 2018 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell
A Message to James Wigderson from “The Number 1 Convict”
Statement of Youth Council President Emoni Gambrell-Toliver - September 13, 2018
Sep 13th, 2018 by Emoni Gambrell-Toliver
Right Wisconsin: No regrets for referring to MPS students as “…little convicts being sent to the penitentiary.”
Every adult in this community should be concerned that Wigderson's comments show no regret for his offensive, hurtful, and derogatory statements.
Sep 12th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
HUD Awards $1.3 Million Choice Neighborhood Grant to Marquette University and Near West Side Partners
Planning Grant awarded to develop Transformation Plan targeting the HUD assisted College Court development and surrounding community
Sep 10th, 2018 by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
City-Wide Cleanup Targets Neighborhoods
Big Clean MKE sponsored by the city, two non-profits, gathers volunteers at four locations.
Sep 3rd, 2018 by Sarah Lipo
Erika Siemsen Announces Candidacy For MPS Board of School Directors
31 Year Veteran Milwaukee Public School Teacher Will Take Her Classroom Experience to the School Board Focused on Solutions
Aug 30th, 2018 by Erika Siemsen
Sequanna Taylor Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors
Elected Official, MPS Parent, and Educational Assistant Will Put the Students First
Aug 29th, 2018 by Sequanna Taylor
Megan O’Halloran Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors
Parent Activist and Public School Advocate Has a Bold Vision for MPS
Aug 28th, 2018 by Megan O'Halloran
All the Election Data You Want
It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.
Aug 15th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Policy Forum Report Untangles MPS Funding of Charter Schools
Nonpartisan, Independent Group Explains Complex Web of Contracts, Reimbursements
Aug 14th, 2018 by Wisconsin Policy Forum
Charter Schools Hurt Traditional Public Schools
They divert public funds to schools that are less accountable.
Aug 12th, 2018 by Gail Hicks
The Milwaukee Kitchen Cabinet to Host Second “Sherman Park Revival Celebration”
Local restaurant community organization celebrates Sherman Park rehabilitation with MPS students and families
Aug 10th, 2018 by Milwaukee Kitchen Cabinet
First Day of School is Monday, August 13
Dr. Posley, who became interim superintendent on May 21, begins the new school year with a renewed focus on district classrooms.
Aug 7th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Restructures Schools in 53206 Area
8 elementary and middle schools will all feed into North Division High School.
Aug 4th, 2018 by Ryeshia Farmer
MPS Uses New Tactics to Attract Students
Grant Elementary goes door-to-door to sell itself and compete with private schools.
Jul 30th, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Milwaukee Board of School Directors Approves Development Plans at July Board Meeting
Plans include establishing the first MPS virtual school using a blended-learning model.
Jul 27th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Why Roys Is Wrong On School Choice
And what this may say about the Democratic Party.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
New Homes Planned for East Side
Sticky details delay developer's plan for three homes near Columbia St. Mary's.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Group Wants Independent North Division
Community group calls for MPS school to be run by independent, African American board.
Jul 13th, 2018 by Ryeshia Farmer
Road to $15 Demonstrates Commitment to Employees
District's lowest-paid employees to earn $15 per hour by the 2020-21 school year
Jul 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses State Assembly Candidates
Working families champions challenging Republican incumbents in Southeastern Wisconsin blue wave
Jul 12th, 2018 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
Zielinski Ramps Up Mayoral Campaign
"I want to run against Barrett," alderman says, laying out issues he will use against mayor.
Jul 10th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
School Safety Grants Stir Controversy
Critics charge Attorney General Schimel has mishandled grants from $100 million fund.
Jul 9th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Milwaukee Board of School Directors Moves District Forward at July Board Meeting
Agenda items include Dr. Posley's instruction plan, new appointments, charter and partner contracts
Jun 29th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Scholarships for Class of 2018 Exceed $86 Million
Amount of scholarship dollars earned by MPS students is largest ever, breaking last year's record by more than $22 million
Jun 14th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Schools Awarded for Academic and Behavior Excellence
District has only Platinum Level School in Wisconsin
Jun 6th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Mad Hot Ballroom Teaches Dance, Life Lessons To Students
1,000 students took to the dance floor to show off their best moves.
May 31st, 2018 by Sophie Bolich
MPS Passes Balanced Budget
Interim Superintendent Keith Posley will focus on increasing enrollment.
May 31st, 2018 by Ximena Conde
Author Chronicles Milwaukee’s Beautiful Terra Cotta
Distinctive building ornamentation exhaustively documented by Ben Tyjeski in new book.
May 30th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
What’s Wrong With Illinois?
Its economic problems stem from political gridlock over how to pay for its commitments.
May 30th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
MPS Could Cut Budget By Selling Buildings
And those empty buildings could be used by charter and voucher schools.
May 26th, 2018 by Cori Petersen and Libby Sobic
MPS’ 2019 Budget Challenges Reflect Long-Term Structural Issues
Short-Term Fixes May Avert Major School Cuts in 2019, But Fiscal Pressures Remain
May 25th, 2018 by Wisconsin Policy Forum
Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job
And full council approves La Keisha Butler as head of Fire and Police Commission.
May 24th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
New MPS Superintendent Takes Over
Keith Posley has two top goals; One involves Scott Walker.
May 22nd, 2018 by Chuck Quirmbach
A State MPS Reform Proposal. Again
Scott Walker joins a list of governors and others who’ve proposed reforms.
May 21st, 2018 by Steven Walters
MPS Becomes Issue in Governor’s Race
Budget cuts, poor achievement, Walker’s call for state action heat up discussion.
May 20th, 2018 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter
May 21 is first day for new MPS interim superintendent
Dr. Keith Posley sets priorities for success; visits schools
May 18th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Statement from Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver
I love and have given my heart and soul to serving Milwaukee Public Schools and have no regrets.
May 17th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Mitchell Statement on Scott Walker Consideration of State Takeover of MPS
"We need to empower and ensure local control so that communities are the voice and driving force behind their unique wants and needs."
May 13th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
Four high schools nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report
Rufus King in the top ten high schools in the state
May 11th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Lena Taylor Against the World
Democratic legislator’s press conference was a declaration of war -- against everybody.
May 10th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
All-City Arts Festival Kicks Off at Henry Maier Festival Park
MPS, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Summerfest Foundation, Inc. host FREE three-day event; public invited
May 9th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Resource Fair Helps Puerto Rican Arrivals
Refugees from Hurricane Maria need help, south side group provides it.
May 7th, 2018 by Elizabeth Baker
MPS Creates School-to-Prison Pipeline?
New report says system’s high black suspension rate among causes of problem.
May 1st, 2018 by Dean Bibens
22 Wisconsin School Districts Awarded Fab Lab Grants
Governor Scott Walker, WEDC Secretary Mark Hogan, UW System President Ray Cross and other key leaders to award grants during statewide tour on “Fab Lab Day”
May 1st, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Cameron LeFlore receives state award to study education
Scholarship from Wisconsin educators paves way for future teachers
Apr 30th, 2018 by Wisconsin Education Association Council
District releases balanced $1.2 billion proposed 2018-19 budget
Stagnant revenue, rising costs cause difficult budget choices
Apr 27th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Danceworks Mad Hot Ballroom Dance Competition at BMO Harris Bradley Center on Saturday, May 19th marks the last in a cherished partnership
Students from 50 Milwaukee area schools will show off their ballroom dancing skills.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Danceworks Inc.
8,000+ MPS Students to Perform in First-Ever All-City Arts Festival at Henry Maier Festival Park
MPS, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. and Summerfest Foundation, Inc. host FREE three-day event; public invited
Apr 23rd, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
A Very Urban Milwaukee Home
UM President Jeramey Jannene's comfy Bay View bungalow has an oh-so-dry basement.
Apr 20th, 2018 by Michael Horne
MPS, UWM, MATC develop path for future teachers
Paraprofessionals can seek teaching license through streamlined program
Apr 19th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips
"A giant in our state" dies at 94; city to honor political pioneer with annual award.
Apr 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
WILL Releases Most Comprehensive Analysis of School Performance
"Our study is the most comprehensive, updated analysis on Wisconsin school performance," Dr. Will Flanders, author of the report says.
Apr 17th, 2018 by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty
County Board Elects Nicholson as First Vice Chairwoman
Supervisor Nicholson was first elected to the Milwaukee County Board in 2016
Apr 16th, 2018 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson-Bovell
Milwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent
Veteran educator Dr. Keith P. Posley to lead district
Apr 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Community Reacts to Driver’s Departure
MPS Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver announced her last day will be July 6, 2018.
Apr 6th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
Public Invited to Community Conversations on School Discipline
Seven town-hall-style sessions scheduled to gather critical input from community
Apr 6th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
“Money Isn’t Everything” — Working Families Party Candidates Win Big in Milwaukee; Racine Elections
Winning Shea campaign outspent by Leadership MKE PAC nearly 10-1; pulls off upset
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
MPS Board President Mark Sain issues statement regarding Dr. Driver’s resignation
"I wish her the very best."
Apr 3rd, 2018 by President of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors Mark Sain
MPS Losing Superintendent Driver
Will become CEO of Southeastern Michigan United Way in Detroit in July.
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Message from MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver
"It is with mixed emotions that I share with you my appointment today as the President and CEO of the United Way of Southeastern Michigan."
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Darienne Driver
Student Group Charges MPS Discriminates
More than 80% of students suspended by MPS are black.
Mar 31st, 2018 by Dean Bibens
Chef Michael Feker Comes to School
Il Mito and 2Mesa owner helps Auer Avenue School with its hot breakfasts.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Mark Lisowski
First-Ever MPS Job Fair a Success
More than 60 employers meet with 1,000 students from 26 schools.
Mar 21st, 2018 by Talis Shelbourne
Judge Jason Downer’s Home Restored
How Russell Zimmermann restored one of city's "finest Victorian Gothic" buildings.
Mar 19th, 2018 by Michael Horne
First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee
Left Pennsylvania plant, will arrive by on March 26, mayor announces.
Mar 16th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Youth Council measure urges support of National School Walkout Day and March for Our Lives
News release from the City of Milwaukee Youth Council
Mar 13th, 2018 by City of Milwaukee Youth Council
Reagan H.S. Holds Opportunity Fair
20 organizations come to unique school whose students represent more than 20 countries.
Mar 5th, 2018 by Mark Lisowski
A James Douglas Masterpiece
Wonderful Prospect Ave. mansion built in 1890 by one of city's best architects.
Mar 2nd, 2018 by Michael Horne
Two development projects to help boost 6th District
"I believe the new development will be a positive addition to the area and the city as a whole."
Feb 28th, 2018 by Ald. Milele Coggs
Milwaukee Youth to Compete in The World’s Largest Spoken Word Festival in Teen Finals
Semi-finalist will compete for the chance to bring home the gold
Feb 26th, 2018 by Still Waters Collective
Daddy/Daughter Dance Celebrates 15 Years With Sold-out Event
Dance's mission "is to get fathers involved with the lives of their children."
Feb 22nd, 2018 by Margaret Cannon
Milwaukee’s First Hostel Coming
Cream City Hostel will open on border of Riverwest and Harambee.
Feb 21st, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Teen Art Exhibit Hits at Sex Trafficking
Student art spreads awareness of major problem in city.
Feb 19th, 2018 by Jabril Faraj
A Hostel for Riverwest
And $79 million in New Markets Tax Credits to three community development entities.
Feb 18th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
The Rise of Reckless Driving
Vehicles speeding, running red lights causing more deaths, hit-and-run accidents.
Feb 15th, 2018 by Elliot Hughes
HUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group
SET Ministry, the state's only grant winner, works with public housing residents.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
