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A Call for Clean Water
Community leaders push city to rid Milwaukee's water of lead.
May 6th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Seven MPS high schools named top in the state
The Washington Post rates most challenging schools; ranks Rufus King International School best in state
May 5th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS proposed budget continues its alignment of resources for increased support to schools, students
No growth in revenue, rising healthcare costs require difficult decisions
Apr 28th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
21 Wisconsin School Districts Awarded Fab Lab Grants
Governor Scott Walker, Lieutenant Governor Kleefisch, other key leaders to award WEDC grants during statewide tour on "Fab Lab Day" in Wisconsin
Apr 25th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Trump Administration Issues Unconstitutional Threat to Milwaukee County Over Pro-Immigrant Stance
"This latest exercise in bullying is part of Trump and Jeff Sessions' campaign of terror against immigrant families, Muslims, African Americans, Latinxs and LGBTQ people."
Apr 21st, 2017 by Voces de la Frontera
Northwestern Mutual Furthers Its Commitment to Milwaukee with More Than $700,000 in Grants to Area Cultural Attractions
Grants will provide funding to nine local destinations
Apr 20th, 2017 by Northwestern Mutual
Milwaukee TechForce Training Center Named Milwaukee’s Best Public/Private Partnership
TechForce is home to Employ Milwaukee’s TechHire IT training program.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
State honors 16 MPS schools
Schools are Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Schools of Recognition
Apr 17th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
County Creating Community Centers
Will focus on black employment, education. MPS may collaborate.
Apr 15th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
All-Milwaukee Music to Be Featured 24/7 on “414Music.fm,” Radio Milwaukee’s New HD2 Radio Channel and Stream Launching June 20
Milwaukee Musicians Invited to Submit Music for First-Ever Station and Stream Playing Only Milwaukee Bands
Apr 14th, 2017 by 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
UWM conference to address trauma and its treatments
The effects of trauma can be devastating to individuals, their families and their communities.
Apr 14th, 2017 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Streetcar Rails Being Welded
Mayor, MPS students on-hand to see the work
Apr 7th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Neighborhood Innovators Win Top Honors
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Recognizes 2017 winners at annual gala
Apr 7th, 2017 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
Every School A Sanctuary
Immigrant students organize to create safe havens in MPS schools.
Apr 7th, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
Governor Walker Highlights K-12 Education Investments During Visit To Bradley Technology High School in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Public Schools is estimated to receive approximately $1.32 billion in funding from the state under Governor Walker’s biennial budget
Mar 24th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Mayor Barrett, Employ Milwaukee, HACM and Blue 1647 Kick Off TechHire IT Training Program at the Milwaukee TechForce Training Center
Employ Milwaukee and its partner Blue 1647 are providing training for individuals who wish to pursue a career in certain IT occupations.
Mar 20th, 2017 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Ald. Rainey thanks Irgens Development for support of Midnight Basketball League
Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey March 17, 2017
Mar 17th, 2017 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Herb Kohl Foundation Announces 2017 Academic Awards and Scholarships
MPS principal, students, teachers are honored
Mar 16th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Mary Ryan Boys & Girls Club in Sherman Park Celebrates Reopening
Sherman Park Boys & Girls Club has reopened, more renovations on the way.
Mar 14th, 2017 by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
MPS selecting new textbooks
Staff, families, community have opportunity to review
Mar 10th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
WMSE: 36 Years of Sound and Vision
That’s 36 years hosting major events, supporting local music and arts festivals.
Mar 8th, 2017 by WMSE 91.7FM
MPS School Uniform Policy Faces Criticism
Won’t achieve its goals, critics say. Parents divided, survey found.
Mar 8th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Larry Miller Announces Endorsement from Milwaukee Area Labor Council
Working people of Milwaukee support strong public schools, need Miller’s experience
Mar 8th, 2017 by Larry Miller
Milwaukee Public Library Enters into Historic Partnership with MPS to Give 65,000 Students Digital Library Cards
LibraryNow offers complete digital access to MPL resources to every MPS student
Mar 6th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Library
City Approves Schlitz Park Upgrades
$875,000 in new TIF spending for safety measures and better RiverWalk access.
Mar 2nd, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Council passes resolution creating Early Education Task Force
The task force will launch a birth-to-school literacy initiative.
Mar 1st, 2017 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
Non-Comm Radio Milwaukee Turns 10, Celebrating With Year of New Features, Events Highlighting Milwaukee Music and Community
For 10 Years, Community-Supported Station Has Broadcast Unique Mix of Indie, Urban and Milwaukee Music and “Stories”; Focused on Improving City
Feb 27th, 2017 by 88Nine Radio Milwaukee
ACLU Suit Challenges Milwaukee Police
Charges key technique, “tens of thousands" of police stops, is unconstitutional.
Feb 26th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
New trustees elected to Marquette board
Marquette trustees serve for three-year terms and may be re-elected to serve for a maximum of 12 years.
Feb 23rd, 2017 by Marquette University
Milwaukee Public Schools hosts business symposium
Contractors and vendors invited to connect and forge relationships
Feb 20th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Humphries-Holtz Takeover Plan: Questions Remain Unanswered
There are dozens of unanswered questions.
Feb 20th, 2017 by Gov. Tony Evers
My 5 Milwaukee Valentines
From rising stars to an angry sheriff, the Milwaukeeans who most deserve some love.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Subsidizes The State
The city gets only 66 cents in state spending for every dollar in state taxes paid.
Feb 14th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
An Anchor For Northwest Side
Silver Spring Neighborhood Center offers child care, education, food pantry, hope.
Feb 10th, 2017 by Naomi Waxman
Taking Aim at Voucher Schools
A JS reporter’s story details disturbing problems -- but not in her own newspaper.
Feb 9th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Public Schools, City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee Police Department, and Milwaukee Bucks to announce the return of Midnight Basketball League
Milwaukee Public Schools will host three 10-week Midnight Leagues at Bradley Tech.
Feb 6th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools hosts Enrollment Fair to help families select schools and enroll for Fall 2017
Representatives from all district schools will be present to showcase programs and answer questions; families can enroll on site
Jan 26th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Local Activists Join Dakota Protest
They join Standing Rock Sioux Tribe to oppose North Dakota oil pipeline.
Jan 25th, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
Milwaukee Bucks Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Schools That Can Milwaukee
STCM develops school leaders at high-poverty schools with on-the-job coaching, monthly professional development and leadership training programs.
Jan 24th, 2017 by Milwaukee Bucks
CAVT Welcomes Shana McCaw as Senior Curator
Over the last 16 years McCaw has brought innovative ideas to a multitude of institutions.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Charles Allis and Villa Terrace Art Museums Inc
Joey Balistreri Announces Run for MPS Board of Directors, District 7
His time in the classroom—both as a teacher and academic coach—gives him valuable perspective.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Joey Balistreri
Sen. Larson Announces Committee Assignments for 2017-2018 Legislative Session
“As a state senator and as a member of these important committees, I look forward to working with my neighbors and colleagues to support policies that will provide each of our neighbors the freedom to pursue the American Dream.”
Jan 3rd, 2017 by State Sen. Chris Larson
The 30th Street Industrial Corridor Corporation appoints Cheryl Blue as its new Executive Director
The Corridor is a 25 year old nonprofit organization that works to restore and maintain the economic vitality of Milwaukee’s industrial corridor.
Dec 22nd, 2016 by The Corridor
Lax Rules Expose Kids To Lead-Tainted Water
Gaps in federal drinking standards leave schools and day care centers untested.
Dec 19th, 2016 by Cara Lombardo and Dee J. Hall
Milwaukee Public Schools releases results of water quality testing
The sampling began in June 2016 and two independent, state-certified firms conducted the analysis.
Dec 16th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Important message from the superintendent
While our schools are showing signs of growth and have moved up a grade in the state report card, we have much work to do
Dec 14th, 2016 by Darienne Driver
Walker’s Point Center for the Arts welcomes new Executive Director Marcela Garcia
Garcia is a Xicana artist, innovator and cultural warrior.
Dec 9th, 2016 by Walker’s Point Center for the Arts
15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhood
“Unsung Heroes” Selected as Finalists for the 2017 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)
Dec 7th, 2016 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Announces Appointment of Margaret Daun as Corporation Counsel
Ms. Daun comes to Milwaukee County with diverse experience in the public and private sectors.
Dec 5th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data
Initiative will create nation’s largest opioid overdose surveillance system
Dec 5th, 2016 by Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee Public Schools’ students get free books; chance to meet children’s author Sundee Frazier
My Very Own Library, Scholastic Book Fairs and United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County team-up to support literacy effort at 14 MPS schools
Dec 5th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Connecting Students to Blue Collar Jobs
Career fairs at Bradley Tech look to recruit students as early as freshman year.
Dec 1st, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Marquette Opus College of Engineering receives three grants worth $630,459
Grants will fund two projects and start a robotics program within local high schools
Nov 29th, 2016 by Marquette University
Is Charter School Bubble About to Burst?
Their shaky financing is causing failures locally, nationally. Yet Trump wants more.
Nov 28th, 2016 by Terry Falk
Housing Resource Fair Impacts Neighborhoods
Workshops, information help home owners with fix-ups and financing repairs.
Nov 26th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
“A Christmas Carol” Continues Tiny Tim Ticket Program
Milwaukee Repertory Theater continues Tiny Tim Ticket Program with repeat grant from Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Repertory Theater
More than 100 Sherman Park students to be treated to Milwaukee Bucks game
The firm wanted to offer the students and their families impacted by the August civil unrest the opportunity for a fun night out at a Bucks game.
Nov 21st, 2016 by Phoenix Investors
Humphries: Is this Wobegon or Wisconsin?
Candidate for State Superintendent John Humphries released the following statement in response to the release of state report cards by the Department of Public Instruction earlier today:
Nov 17th, 2016 by John Humphries
Nearly one third of MPS schools move up a category on the latest State Report Card
Fifty-five MPS schools Meet, Exceed or Significantly Exceed Expectations on the latest State Report Card
Nov 17th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Why Schools Are Increasingly Unequal
Act 10 and era of school referendums causes bigger gap between haves and have nots.
Nov 15th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Advanced Placement Telepresence program expands students’ opportunity
Milwaukee Public Schools program provides classes via remote access
Nov 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools expands successful initiatives
Special ceremonies, launch mark growth of popular schools and programs
Nov 7th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Blacks Slammed by Municipal Court Fines
73% of municipal court fines hit city’s African Americans, totals $23 million over four years.
Nov 4th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Signs of Progress at MPS
More families choosing the system and more students succeeding.
Oct 28th, 2016 by Darienne Driver
A Riot of Good Intentions
Or how a small city green space was killed by countless improvements.
Oct 27th, 2016 by Tom Bamberger
Why State’s MPS Takeover Plan Died
In changing state ratings to protect choice schools, Republicans ended up killing OSPP.
Oct 27th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee Public Schools launches new initiative to give young people a safe place
MPS C.A.R.E.S. offers expanded evening programming, wellness activities for youth and families
Oct 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS high school early admissions open now through Nov. 19
Students have the opportunity to enroll in the high school of their choice
Oct 24th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
City’s Lead Water Lines At Issue
Activist group demands more action, replacing all service lines could cost more than $700 million.
Oct 20th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
Statewide data shows improvement; more work needed to prepare all students for success
District continues work to promote student achievement
Oct 18th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Sets Sights on Increased State Funding
Buoyed by victory on OSSP takeover law, union and parents call for funding equity.
Oct 18th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Dr. Driver & MPS Deserve Due Credit for MPS Turnaround Efforts
Statement of President Ashanti Hamilton
Oct 14th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Rep. Goyke Congratulates Milwaukee Public Schools and Stands with Dedicated Staff and Students
"I offer my sincere congratulations to Dr. Driver, the MPS School Board, Teachers, Parents, and Students. "
Oct 12th, 2016 by Evan Goyke
Milwaukee Public Schools No Longer Required to Participate in OSPP
District performance signals progress
Oct 12th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS superintendent elected chair-elect of Council of Great City Schools Board of Directors
Dr. Darienne Driver assumes leadership position with national coalition of nation's largest urban public schools
Oct 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Marquette receives $1 million NSF grant so Milwaukee teachers can earn certification to teach computer science
Marquette will administer the grant for nearly 200 MPS teachers to receive certification to teach computer science.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Marquette University
Milwaukee County Board Kicks Off Public Meetings on 2017 Recommended Budget
MILWAUKEE – Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr., has made special arrangements to provide County Executive Chris Abele with an opportunity to present the details of his 2017 Recommended Budget to the County Board of Supervisors on October 3, 2016, at 3:00pm. County Executive Abele will present his Recommended Budget to the Committee of the Whole at 3:00pm on Monday at the Courthouse. “We look forward to the County Executive’s presentation of his Recommended Budget on Monday,” said Chairman Lipscomb. “The Board will review the Executive’s proposal, analyze its details and listen to our constituents throughout the month of October before adopting a budget in November.” County Executive Abele has had a nearly year to work on this proposal before revealing the details of his budget recommendations to the public. The County Board will devote the next five weeks to analyzing the recommendations of the County Executive, so that a budget can be adopted at the Board’s November 7 meeting. The Finance and Audit Committee, led by Chair Peggy A. West, has set aside numerous days of open meetings in October to gather information from department heads, to get the public’s reaction to the Executive’s recommended actions, and to adopt budget amendments. The Finance and Audit Committee will hold a public hearing in the community on Tuesday, October 18, at 9:00am at the Milwaukee Public Schools administration building, 5225 W. Vliet St. in Milwaukee. The County Board has also scheduled a public hearing to listen as constituents weigh in with their concerns and priorities for the 2017 Milwaukee County budget. The full County Board will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 31, at 6:00pm, at the Marcus Center, 929 N. Water St., in downtown Milwaukee. Members of the public are encouraged to attend these public hearings and bring their questions, concerns, and priorities directly to their County Board Supervisor.
Sep 30th, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
Vicki Pulliman
"This city is really a diamond that I feel has yet to be unearthed…"
Sep 26th, 2016 by Newaukee
Women’s Fund fall luncheon to be a “Rad Women Celebration”
Features keynote on “Being Rad for Social Change” by New York Times bestselling author Kate Schatz. Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the Italian Conference Center
Sep 26th, 2016 by Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee
Tour Highlights Sherman Park
Common Ground has redeveloped 75 homes in the area, tour highlighted many of the homes.
Sep 24th, 2016 by Allison Steines
MPS, Bartolotta Restaurants gala event expands culinary arts education
Career-readiness program coming to four MPS high schools; gala September 28 at Discovery World
Sep 23rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools announces community sessions about new dual-language Montessori school
District moves forward with enrolling students for 2017-18 school year
Sep 16th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools partners with four nationally recognized artists through White House arts initiative
Turnaround Arts artists to work with students in four district schools
Sep 16th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Limited Funds for Bike Trails, Bike Safety
WisDOT grabs more than half of $16 million for biking, walking and spends on roads.
Sep 9th, 2016 by Tom Held
Why Schools Are Abandoning Zero Tolerance
Even the theory’s biggest promoter has. But what is the alternative?
Sep 8th, 2016 by Terry Falk
Protecting children through pedestrian safety
The Bike Fed team coordinated with school principals in this important effort to improve the safety and health of children attending neighborhood schools.
Sep 6th, 2016 by Wisconsin Bike Fed
City Health Department Hits the Road
Health fair immunizes students, tests department’s ability to handle mass outbreak of virus.
Sep 4th, 2016 by Clara Hatcher
Why Did State’s ACT Test Scores Plummet?
Actually achievement hasn’t dropped. But we were never as good as we claimed.
Aug 31st, 2016 by Terry Falk
The Battle Over Charter Schools
NAACP declares opposition and is criticized by charter supporters like Howard Fuller.
Aug 23rd, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
