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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
UW-Milwaukee, Milwaukee Public Schools partnership receives $2.4 million grant
The partnership will engage 25 teachers with master’s degrees across MPS high schools in personalized professional development and classroom-based research.
Aug 22nd, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Abele Relents on Domes Committee?
Says he will accept county board committee on Mitchell Park Domes. But will he?
Aug 19th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Special message from Superintendent Driver
"As I have reflected on the week and on the actions and reactions of our community, it is clear that people are hurting."
Aug 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Police Outreach to Teens a Failure
Violence over weekend dramatizes issue. School board called for changes in outreach program.
Aug 15th, 2016 by Terry Falk
Lena Taylor to receive Lifetime Service Award
Taylor’s legislative accomplishments include improving public safety, education, and health.
Aug 5th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Community Opposes OSPP Forced Sale of Vacant MPS Building to Military-Style Voucher School Under Pending FBI Investigation for Abuse
The forced sale of the former MPS property at 500 E. Center St. falls under a section of the Opportunity Schools Partnership Program that was included in the 2015-2017 budget.
Jul 27th, 2016 by Schools and Communities United
Westlawn Gardens Begins Rebuilding Process
Residents moving out as state’s largest public housing complex gets torn down, rebuilt.
Jul 27th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Summerfest Foundation, Inc. Announces Music Education Grants Recipients for 2016
Twelve Area Schools and Non-profit Organizations Will Receive Grants Totalling $25,000 for Music Education
Jul 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee World Festival, Inc.
MPS Student Wins Gold Medal at National NAACP Competition
Milwaukee High School of the Arts students honored for music, arts
Jul 21st, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Schools With Low-Income Students Can Succeed
But they tend to be charter schools. Will Abele use OSPP to create more?
Jul 20th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
UWM Alumni Assocation to Honor More Than 20 Indivduals, Businesses
The 22 individual recipients and one corporate partner were chosen for awards based on their outstanding professional achievements, civic involvement and partnerships with the university.
Jul 20th, 2016 by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
All Lives Matter? Yes and No.
Criticism of Black Lives Matter ignores the history behind the protests.
Jul 18th, 2016 by Joey Grihalva
WEAC recommends Representative Josh Zepnick in 9th Assembly District
Wisconsin students need legislators who stand up for their public schools, teachers say
Jul 13th, 2016 by Wisconsin Education Association Council
Can MPS Learn From the Data?
Its rejection of the Opportunity Schools Partnership is merely one sign the answer is no.
Jul 13th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Wisconsin Working Families Party Announces State Legislative Primary Endorsements
Wisconsin WFP Endorses Diverse Slate of Progressive Champions in Milwaukee State Legislative Races
Jul 11th, 2016 by Wisconsin Working Families Party
Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald Makes Threats to Further Cut Funding for Milwaukee Public Schools
Low-income and minority children will be adversely impacted
Jul 5th, 2016 by Ald. Marina Dimitrijevic
Republican Takeover of MPS is a Failure
Resignation of Takeover Czar a Victory for Milwaukee Children
Jul 1st, 2016 by Wisconsin Jobs Now
Black Mentoring Program Called Nationally Unique
GMC’s MKE Fellows program provides college scholarships, mentoring for black youth.
Jul 1st, 2016 by Amelia Jones
Statement regarding the resignation of Dr. Demond Means from the Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
We recognize Dr. Means' service to education and children in our area and agree that actions must be child-centered.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Takeover Commissioner Demond Means’ Resignation a Victory for Milwaukee Students and Community
“We will continue to resist any attack on our community’s fundamental democratic rights that would remove public institutions from the control of our publicly elected school board,” said MTEA President Kim Schroeder.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association
MPS Creates More Community Schools
New reform comes after school board rejects proposed state OSPP plan by Abele.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Mayor Barrett Announces Grant for Training in Technology Fields
Department of Labor Funds Allow Residents to Develop Skills for In-Demand Tech Jobs
Jun 28th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Update regarding Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
No decision was reached today.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Two more schools join MPS and United Way’s Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership
Browning, Lincoln Avenue added to partnership including Auer Avenue, Bradley Tech, Hopkins Lloyd, James Madison
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
The Power of Common Ground
Nonprofit advocacy group has had huge impact on city, though some grumble about their tactics.
Jun 20th, 2016 by Virginia Small
Atty Mark Thomsen’s Tudor Mansion
New appointee to state Elections Commission overhauled his East Side mansion.
Jun 17th, 2016 by Michael Horne
MPS Board President Mark Sain, Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver issue statement regarding Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
We recently requested a meeting with County Executive Abele and Commissioner Means to discuss an alternative to the OSPP proposal.
Jun 17th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
$47.8 million: MPS grads set a new scholarship record
Class of 2016 shatters Class of 2015's $39.3 million record; total up more than 20%
Jun 15th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Betty Brinn Children’s Museum hosts free evening and Metcalfe Park neighborhood celebration on June 16
Northwestern Mutual Foundation partners with Museum to offer free admission and special activities
Jun 10th, 2016 by Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
MKE Plays offering summer jobs to youths and providing meals at new playgrounds
News release from Alderman Michael J. Murphy
Jun 9th, 2016 by Michael Murphy
Founder of Innovative Alliance School Steps Down
Tina Owen, who started one of "nation’s most innovative" schools, will pursue Harvard doctorate.
Jun 9th, 2016 by Edgar Mendez
MPS’ Pulaski High School earns International Baccalaureate candidate status
Preparing to become MPS' eighth IB school
Jun 9th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Cues Up Race Politics
Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. responds to article published in today’s Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, ‘Lawmaker blames Tom Barrett for crime spilling into suburbs’
Jun 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee County Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr.
Groundbreaking set for addition at MPS’ top-performing Maryland Avenue Montessori School
School rated 'Exceeds Expectations' on latest state report card
Jun 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Opponents Agree New Education Funding Model Needed
Union leader, key Republican and DPI all want a student centered approach to state funding.
Jun 2nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
More Breweries Coming
East Side's first urban brewery, city's first hard cider bar and Pabst Brewery plans.
May 31st, 2016 by Mitchel Writt
Arts @ Large Purchases 1890s Building
Built by Patrick Cudahy, the building housed a meat market. It's soon to be a haven for artists.
May 27th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Board approves 2016-17 MPS budget that directs more district resources to classrooms
Commitment to funding school, student success despite overall revenue decrease
May 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
President Hamilton Supports MPS Black Lives Matter initiative and My Brother’s Keeper
Statement from Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton May 26, 2016
May 26th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
County Executive Abele, Dr. Demond Means Make Announcement on OSPP Timeline
"Even though MPS agrees with us that this law is not ideal, we are asking them to be open to a conversation with us about how we can implement the law in the most productive way possible."
May 26th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Community Partners Celebrate Grand Opening of New Training Center for Tech Jobs
Milwaukee TechForce Training Center Is Co-Located With The Adult Learning Center
May 25th, 2016 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Marisabel Cabrera Issues Policy Position on Public Education
Focus to be placed on public dollars for public schools, private school accountability
May 25th, 2016 by Marisabel Cabrera
First Lady Michelle Obama welcomes MPS to national Turnaround Arts program
President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities program, Turnaround Arts, infuses high-need schools with the arts as strategy to help close the achievement gap and provide equitable access to arts and music education
May 25th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Teachers Oppose State Partnership Plan
They demand specifics; Demond Means denies he will “takeover” failing schools.
May 21st, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
PolitiFact Wisconsin Issues “Pants on Fire” Rating to Claim that OSPP Commissioner Wants to “Gut” MPS
Did Means really say that? In a word: No.”
May 20th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Why Urban School Chiefs Fail
The lessons of former MPS superintendent Gregory Thornton’s firing in Baltimore.
May 19th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Chris Abele and Demond Means Miss Key Facts About the Community Schools Model
"It’s important to note that Community Schools are more than community partnerships."
May 18th, 2016 by Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association
My Brother’s Keeper Youth Forum hosted by President Ashanti Hamilton and Mayor Tom Barrett
The topics of discussion will be unlawful driving, how to prioritize problems, the pressing issues they face as youth and how the community can best support them.
May 18th, 2016 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Mobile app created by North Division students is one of six national winners
App is aimed at supporting children battling disease with words of encouragement; now for the 2nd year in a row, an MPS student-designed app is eligible for national fan favorite award
May 17th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS instrumental jazz group wins prestigious national award
DownBeat magazine recognizes Jazz Lab at Milwaukee High School of the Arts; 3rd straight year a group from the high school has won
May 13th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
OSPP Affirms Commitment to Community Schools
Some schools within MPS are already utilizing a community schools model, in partnership with the United Way.
May 12th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Legal Opinion: OSPP Plan to Preserve Funding for MPS, Protect Our Public Schools Meets the Law
Amid questions raised about the legality of the proposal Dr. Means and County Executive Abele sought a formal legal opinion.
May 11th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
MPS Asked to Say YES to Protect Public Schools
Opportunity Schools Partnership Program Launches Website to Inform Public on Proposal to Keep Funds, Students, and Employees in MPS
May 10th, 2016 by County Executive Chris Abele
Superintendent’s proposed 2016-17 MPS budget directs more district resources to classrooms
Commitment to funding school, student success despite overall revenue decrease
May 6th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS history teacher wins state Teacher of the Year award, nominated for national award
Reagan's Margaret Holtgreive wins honor from National History Day organization
May 4th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS educator named ‘Music Teacher of the Year’
Another MPS music teacher honored for Excellence in General Music Instruction; both awards come from the Civic Music Association of Milwaukee
May 3rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Study finds collaborative efforts among education partners improving outcomes at Carver Academy
Lessons learned can help build other successful partnerships
May 3rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Two MPS Schools in State’s Top 10
U.S. News ranks Reagan and King above most suburban high schools.
Apr 28th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Mount Mary President Eileen Mihm Schwalbach Stepping Down as President in 2017
Dr. Schwalbach presided over the change of then Mount Mary College to Mount Mary University.
Apr 28th, 2016 by Mount Mary University
Mark Sain unanimously elected President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors
Larry Miller unanimously re-elected Vice President, committee assignments announced
Apr 27th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS student wins ‘Rising Star’ award from state music industry
Jonah Roth of Milwaukee High School of the Arts
Apr 26th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
12 Things Will Decide Domes’ Future
Politicians will decide their fate, but citizens can lead the way. 12 issues are key.
Apr 22nd, 2016 by Virginia Small
More MPS high schools make national top school lists
District again takes state's top two Washington Post spots; MPS also home two of the state's U.S. News top 10
Apr 20th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
The Mystery of Abele’s Domes Committee
Who’s serving on his advisory committee? So far, he won’t say.
Apr 14th, 2016 by Virginia Small
