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Wisconsin Vision’s ‘Clear Days Ahead’ Program Provides Children in Need with Free Glasses
Press Release

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

MPS shows modest improvement on state report card
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MPS shows modest improvement on state report card

MPS schools improve category ratings, have higher scores than last year

Wisconsin Fab Labs students to design protocol gift for top state officials
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Wisconsin Fab Labs students to design protocol gift for top state officials

New design competition provides a global showcase for items created by students

Data Wonk: MPS Charter Schools Work Better
Data Wonk

MPS Charter Schools Work Better

So why doesn’t the school board embrace them?

Eyes on Milwaukee: Cream City Hostel Buys Building
Eyes on Milwaukee

Cream City Hostel Buys Building

Partners hope to open unique Riverwest hostel for travelers in May 2019.

Plats and Parcels: Big Week of Real Estate News
Plats and Parcels

Big Week of Real Estate News

The Couture, Michels and streetcar headline a busy week.

Walking Students to School Hikes Attendance

Walking Students to School Hikes Attendance

New MPS “Walking School Bus” program seeing results.

City Launches Children’s Savings Accounts

City Launches Children’s Savings Accounts

City and United Way will start all MPS K-5 students with $25 in a savings account.

Plats and Parcels: The Couture Still in Limbo
Plats and Parcels

The Couture Still in Limbo

Plus: Plans to convert two schools to apartments advance, more affordable housing in Walker's Point

North side’s first public handball court to be unveiled
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North side’s first public handball court to be unveiled

News release from Alderman Tony Zielinski

House of Risk: An Immersive and Transformational Installation by Artists Sylvie Rosenthal and Vanessa Diaz opens October 18, 2018
Board Names Dr. Posley MPS Superintendent
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Board Names Dr. Posley MPS Superintendent

Longtime educator puts renewed focus on the classroom

Milwaukee Recreation Plans 25TH Annual Halloween Glen
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Milwaukee Recreation Plans 25TH Annual Halloween Glen

Event combines Halloween fun with outdoor education

Eyes on Milwaukee: 37th Street School Project Extended
Eyes on Milwaukee

37th Street School Project Extended

Redeveloping school into 49 senior apartments. Developers still applying for tax credits.

Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants
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Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 20 districts; deadline is Dec. 13

North, Zablocki Become Community Schools

North, Zablocki Become Community Schools

High school and south-side elementary school added to MPS community schools partnership.

Supervisor Taylor Encourages Youth to Register to Vote
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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."

Black and Latino Young Men Tell Their Stories Through Art
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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

Board Approves Lease with UW-Madison to Help More Kids Get to College
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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

Governor Walker Highlights Youth, Registered Apprenticeship Programs at Event with Milwaukee Public Schools, Harley-Davidson
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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."

Orlando Verdecia Receives The Marcus Corporation 2017 Ben Marcus Humanitarian Award
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Orlando Verdecia Receives The Marcus Corporation 2017 Ben Marcus Humanitarian Award

Verdecia’s true calling is serving the community.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Riverwest Hostel In Final Funding Push
Eyes on Milwaukee

Riverwest Hostel In Final Funding Push

Project must raise $100,000 more from investors to complete financing package.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Three New “Historic” Homes For East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

Three New “Historic” Homes For East Side

City committee designates vacant land as historic, allows three new homes near Water Tower.

Supervisor Nicholson Statement on Comments Disparaging MPS Students
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Supervisor Nicholson Statement on Comments Disparaging MPS Students

"Right Wisconsin owes all MPS students an apology. I stand with them in demanding one."

A Message to James Wigderson from “The Number 1 Convict”
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A Message to James Wigderson from “The Number 1 Convict”

Statement of Youth Council President Emoni Gambrell-Toliver - September 13, 2018

Right Wisconsin: No regrets for referring to MPS students as “…little convicts being sent to the penitentiary.”
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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.

HUD Awards $1.3 Million Choice Neighborhood Grant to Marquette University and Near West Side Partners
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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

City-Wide Cleanup Targets Neighborhoods

City-Wide Cleanup Targets Neighborhoods

Big Clean MKE sponsored by the city, two non-profits, gathers volunteers at four locations.

Erika Siemsen Announces Candidacy For MPS Board of School Directors
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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

Sequanna Taylor Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors
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Sequanna Taylor Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors

Elected Official, MPS Parent, and Educational Assistant Will Put the Students First

Megan O’Halloran Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors
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Megan O’Halloran Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors

Parent Activist and Public School Advocate Has a Bold Vision for MPS

All the Election Data You Want

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

Wisconsin Policy Forum Report Untangles MPS Funding of Charter Schools
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Wisconsin Policy Forum Report Untangles MPS Funding of Charter Schools

Nonpartisan, Independent Group Explains Complex Web of Contracts, Reimbursements

Op Ed: Charter Schools Hurt Traditional Public Schools
Op Ed

Charter Schools Hurt Traditional Public Schools

They divert public funds to schools that are less accountable.

The Milwaukee Kitchen Cabinet to Host Second “Sherman Park Revival Celebration”
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The Milwaukee Kitchen Cabinet to Host Second “Sherman Park Revival Celebration”

Local restaurant community organization celebrates Sherman Park rehabilitation with MPS students and families

First Day of School is Monday, August 13
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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.

MPS Restructures Schools in 53206 Area

MPS Restructures Schools in 53206 Area

8 elementary and middle schools will all feed into North Division High School.

MPS Uses New Tactics to Attract Students

MPS Uses New Tactics to Attract Students

Grant Elementary goes door-to-door to sell itself and compete with private schools.

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Approves Development Plans at July Board Meeting
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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.

Data Wonk: Why Roys Is Wrong On School Choice
Data Wonk

Why Roys Is Wrong On School Choice

And what this may say about the Democratic Party.

Eyes on Milwaukee: New Homes Planned for East Side
Eyes on Milwaukee

New Homes Planned for East Side

Sticky details delay developer's plan for three homes near Columbia St. Mary's.

Group Wants Independent North Division

Group Wants Independent North Division

Community group calls for MPS school to be run by independent, African American board.

Road to $15 Demonstrates Commitment to Employees
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Road to $15 Demonstrates Commitment to Employees

District's lowest-paid employees to earn $15 per hour by the 2020-21 school year

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses State Assembly Candidates
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Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses State Assembly Candidates

Working families champions challenging Republican incumbents in Southeastern Wisconsin blue wave

City Hall: Zielinski Ramps Up Mayoral Campaign
City Hall

Zielinski Ramps Up Mayoral Campaign

"I want to run against Barrett," alderman says, laying out issues he will use against mayor.

The State of Politics: School Safety Grants Stir Controversy
The State of Politics

School Safety Grants Stir Controversy

Critics charge Attorney General Schimel has mishandled grants from $100 million fund.

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Moves District Forward at July Board Meeting
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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

Scholarships for Class of 2018 Exceed $86 Million
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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

MPS Schools Awarded for Academic and Behavior Excellence
Press Release

MPS Schools Awarded for Academic and Behavior Excellence

District has only Platinum Level School in Wisconsin

Mad Hot Ballroom Teaches Dance, Life Lessons To Students

Mad Hot Ballroom Teaches Dance, Life Lessons To Students

1,000 students took to the dance floor to show off their best moves.

MPS Passes Balanced Budget

MPS Passes Balanced Budget

Interim Superintendent Keith Posley will focus on increasing enrollment.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Author Chronicles Milwaukee’s Beautiful Terra Cotta
Eyes on Milwaukee

Author Chronicles Milwaukee’s Beautiful Terra Cotta

Distinctive building ornamentation exhaustively documented by Ben Tyjeski in new book.

Data Wonk: What’s Wrong With Illinois?
Data Wonk

What’s Wrong With Illinois?

Its economic problems stem from political gridlock over how to pay for its commitments.

Op Ed: MPS Could Cut Budget By Selling Buildings
Op Ed

MPS Could Cut Budget By Selling Buildings

And those empty buildings could be used by charter and voucher schools.

MPS’ 2019 Budget Challenges Reflect Long-Term Structural Issues
Press Release

MPS’ 2019 Budget Challenges Reflect Long-Term Structural Issues

Short-Term Fixes May Avert Major School Cuts in 2019, But Fiscal Pressures Remain

City Hall: Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job
City Hall

Ald. Bohl Resigns, Takes Lobbying Job

And full council approves La Keisha Butler as head of Fire and Police Commission.

New MPS Superintendent Takes Over

New MPS Superintendent Takes Over

Keith Posley has two top goals; One involves Scott Walker.

The State of Politics: A State MPS Reform Proposal. Again
The State of Politics

A State MPS Reform Proposal. Again

Scott Walker joins a list of governors and others who’ve proposed reforms.

MPS Becomes Issue in Governor’s Race

MPS Becomes Issue in Governor’s Race

Budget cuts, poor achievement, Walker’s call for state action heat up discussion.

May 21 is first day for new MPS interim superintendent
Press Release

May 21 is first day for new MPS interim superintendent

Dr. Keith Posley sets priorities for success; visits schools

Statement from Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver
Press Release

Statement from Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver

I love and have given my heart and soul to serving Milwaukee Public Schools and have no regrets.

Mitchell Statement on Scott Walker Consideration of State Takeover of MPS
Press Release

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."

Four high schools nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report
Press Release

Four high schools nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report

Rufus King in the top ten high schools in the state

Murphy’s Law: Lena Taylor Against the World
Murphy’s Law

Lena Taylor Against the World

Democratic legislator’s press conference was a declaration of war -- against everybody.

All-City Arts Festival Kicks Off at Henry Maier Festival Park
Press Release

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

Resource Fair Helps Puerto Rican Arrivals

Resource Fair Helps Puerto Rican Arrivals

Refugees from Hurricane Maria need help, south side group provides it.

MPS Creates School-to-Prison Pipeline?

MPS Creates School-to-Prison Pipeline?

New report says system’s high black suspension rate among causes of problem.

22 Wisconsin School Districts Awarded Fab Lab Grants
Press Release

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”

Cameron LeFlore receives state award to study education
Press Release

Cameron LeFlore receives state award to study education

Scholarship from Wisconsin educators paves way for future teachers

District releases balanced $1.2 billion proposed 2018-19 budget
Press Release

District releases balanced $1.2 billion proposed 2018-19 budget

Stagnant revenue, rising costs cause difficult budget choices

Danceworks Mad Hot Ballroom Dance Competition at BMO Harris Bradley Center on Saturday, May 19th marks the last in a cherished partnership
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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.

8,000+ MPS Students to Perform in First-Ever All-City Arts Festival at Henry Maier Festival Park
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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

House Confidential: A Very Urban Milwaukee Home
House Confidential

A Very Urban Milwaukee Home

UM President Jeramey Jannene's comfy Bay View bungalow has an oh-so-dry basement.

MPS, UWM, MATC develop path for future teachers
Press Release

MPS, UWM, MATC develop path for future teachers

Paraprofessionals can seek teaching license through streamlined program

City Hall: The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips
City Hall

The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips

"A giant in our state" dies at 94; city to honor political pioneer with annual award.

WILL Releases Most Comprehensive Analysis of School Performance
Press Release

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.

County Board Elects Nicholson as First Vice Chairwoman
Press Release

County Board Elects Nicholson as First Vice Chairwoman

Supervisor Nicholson was first elected to the Milwaukee County Board in 2016

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent
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Milwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent

Veteran educator Dr. Keith P. Posley to lead district

Community Reacts to Driver’s Departure

Community Reacts to Driver’s Departure

MPS Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver announced her last day will be July 6, 2018.

Public Invited to Community Conversations on School Discipline
Press Release

Public Invited to Community Conversations on School Discipline

Seven town-hall-style sessions scheduled to gather critical input from community

“Money Isn’t Everything” — Working Families Party Candidates Win Big in Milwaukee; Racine Elections
Press Release

“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

MPS Board President Mark Sain issues statement regarding Dr. Driver’s resignation
MPS Losing Superintendent Driver

MPS Losing Superintendent Driver

Will become CEO of Southeastern Michigan United Way in Detroit in July.

Message from MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver
Press Release

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."

Student Group Charges MPS Discriminates

Student Group Charges MPS Discriminates

More than 80% of students suspended by MPS are black.

Chef Michael Feker Comes to School

Chef Michael Feker Comes to School

Il Mito and 2Mesa owner helps Auer Avenue School with its hot breakfasts.

First-Ever MPS Job Fair a Success

First-Ever MPS Job Fair a Success

More than 60 employers meet with 1,000 students from 26 schools.

House Confidential: Judge Jason Downer’s Home Restored
House Confidential

Judge Jason Downer’s Home Restored

How Russell Zimmermann restored one of city's "finest Victorian Gothic" buildings.

Eyes on Milwaukee: First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee
Eyes on Milwaukee

First Streetcar Heading to Milwaukee

Left Pennsylvania plant, will arrive by on March 26, mayor announces.

Youth Council measure urges support of National School Walkout Day and March for Our Lives
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Youth Council measure urges support of National School Walkout Day and March for Our Lives

News release from the City of Milwaukee Youth Council

Reagan H.S. Holds Opportunity Fair

Reagan H.S. Holds Opportunity Fair

20 organizations come to unique school whose students represent more than 20 countries.

House Confidential: A James Douglas Masterpiece
House Confidential

A James Douglas Masterpiece

Wonderful Prospect Ave. mansion built in 1890 by one of city's best architects.

Two development projects to help boost 6th District
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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."

Milwaukee Youth to Compete in The World’s Largest Spoken Word Festival in Teen Finals
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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

Daddy/Daughter Dance Celebrates 15 Years With Sold-out Event

Daddy/Daughter Dance Celebrates 15 Years With Sold-out Event

Dance's mission "is to get fathers involved with the lives of their children."

Eyes on Milwaukee: Milwaukee’s First Hostel Coming
Eyes on Milwaukee

Milwaukee’s First Hostel Coming

Cream City Hostel will open on border of Riverwest and Harambee.

Teen Art Exhibit Hits at Sex Trafficking

Teen Art Exhibit Hits at Sex Trafficking

Student art spreads awareness of major problem in city.

Plats and Parcels: A Hostel for Riverwest
Plats and Parcels

A Hostel for Riverwest

And $79 million in New Markets Tax Credits to three community development entities.

The Rise of Reckless Driving

The Rise of Reckless Driving

Vehicles speeding, running red lights causing more deaths, hit-and-run accidents.

Eyes on Milwaukee: HUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group
Eyes on Milwaukee

HUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group

SET Ministry, the state's only grant winner, works with public housing residents.

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