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400 MPS Grads Eligible for $5 Million in College Scholarships from The Degree Project®
Great Lakes Set to Follow Through on Promise Made to Freshmen in 2011
Sep 9th, 2015 by Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation & Affiliates
Greater Milwaukee Foundation opens Miller Park for special day of public access
Partnership with Brewers Community Foundation at heart of September Gift to the Community
Sep 2nd, 2015 by Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Many Killed by Teens Illegally Carrying Guns
Laws make possession illegal, but 6% of MPS teens reported having guns.
Aug 30th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
Civic Groups Fight MPS “Takeover” Plan
Coalition of 22 groups assails state plan giving county exec power over struggling schools.
Aug 27th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
The Night of the Hunter
David Niec spends long hours in the night woods to create unique paintings.
Aug 21st, 2015 by Rose Balistreri
MPS earns $35.6 million in competitive grants to support students, highest total in 3 years
Funds support early childhood education, improving school climates, improving achievement, before/after school programs, arts education
Aug 21st, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Governor Scott Walker, DWD Secretary Newson Announce $2.2 Million in Youth Apprenticeship Grant Awards
The graduation rate for eligible youth apprentices was 84% last year.
Aug 20th, 2015 by Gov. Scott Walker
Jabari Parker and the Bucks Partner with Milwaukee Public Schools on New Attendance Initiative
Bucks forward will appear in multi-media campaign urging students to own their future by being in school all day, every day
Aug 10th, 2015 by Milwaukee Bucks
Two of the state’s top high schools and a high-performing elementary school start Monday
Day One event set for MPS' Reagan H.S., which is expanding personalized learning to help all students succeed
Aug 7th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS to celebrate start of year-round schools building on past achievements and focused on future successes
New year includes a focus on increasing attendance, literacy across all subjects and implementation of Regional Development Plan to create more enrollment opportunities in high-performing schools
Jul 31st, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Questions for Xalaat African Dance
Winners of Rainbow Dance Competition in 2013 and 2014, the group marries African music and dance.
Jul 31st, 2015 by Helen Koth
Board approves Milwaukee Excellence Charter School proposal
July Board update: Vote means charter contract negotiations begin; Board also approves contract renewal for Alliance, nine new school leaders
Jul 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Voucher Schools Still Discriminate Against Students with Disabilities
Four years after receiving a complaint against voucher schools for discriminating against students with disabilities, Wisconsin still isn’t holding these schools accountable.
Jul 20th, 2015 by American Civil Liberties Union of Wisconsin
Bucks Arena Winners and Losers
We count 33 winners, from strip clubs to Scott Walker to the streetcar, and 12 losers, including Frank Gimbel, the Brewers and Seattle.
Jul 17th, 2015 by Jeramey Jannene
Will Teachers Desert Wisconsin?
Many teachers say they feel undervalued. And statistics show turnover of teachers and a reduction in education candidates.
Jul 16th, 2015 by Paul M. Doro
Washington alumni to award scholarships to their newest colleagues: 20+ grads from the Class of 2015
Alumni of Milwaukee Public Schools' Washington High School will award scholarships Wednesday to more than 20 of their newest colleagues
Jul 14th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS, NFL team to bring Officiating Academy to Milwaukee
Attendees will be introduced to the rules of the game, on-field officiating mechanics and tips on how to become an official.
Jul 14th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS and Non-Profits Teamed Up to Rescue Carver Academy
School that was failing "by every measure" is now changing its culture.
Jul 12th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Statement from Rep. Bowen on Assembly’s Passage of Backwards Republican Budget
“We’ve known from the start that this budget is wrong for Wisconsin.”
Jul 9th, 2015 by State Rep. David Bowen
Third Ward Plein Air Painting Competition
Plein Air Painting Competition to be held July 21 through 25, 2015
Jul 7th, 2015 by Historic Third Ward Association
Marcus Center Teams Up with Milwaukee Public Schools for Outreach Program
Master Classes with the cast of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
Jul 6th, 2015 by Marcus Performing Arts Center
6 MPS students earn Mary Horwitt scholarships to study piano at Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
Middle and high school students will study alongside professionals
Jun 26th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
A Community Leader for 30 Years
Sojourner center's executive director Carmen Pitre has been helping vulnerable people for more than three decades.
Jun 24th, 2015 by Andrea Waxman
MPS teacher named to ‘elite network of exceptional educators’
Reagan's Sarah Moore one of just 27 Milken fellows
Jun 24th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MKE Fellows Program
Fellowship Open Embarks on an Innovative Commitment to Retain Top Talent in Milwaukee
Jun 18th, 2015 by Quarles
Record-breaking $36.7 million in scholarships for the MPS Class of 2015
Third consecutive record total; Class of 2015 more than doubled Class of 2012's total
Jun 8th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Board Will Reconsider Controversial Charter School
School would be run by former head of Teach for America, but board is divided on the issue.
Jun 7th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
‘Life-changing’ Gates scholarships for 2 Hmong American Peace Academy students
Celebration set for Thursday, June 4 at 9 a.m.
Jun 3rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
GOP Legislators Redo Much of Walker’s Budget
It’s rare for so much of a governor’s budget to be changed.
Jun 1st, 2015 by Steven Walters
Board approves MPS budget that maximizes support to schools and students amid cuts
Includes more support for attendance efforts, reading/math interventions and after-school activities while maintaining art/music/PE commitment, school support teachers and parent coordinators
May 28th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Students create intersection mural for their neighborhood and learn civic engagement
A.W.E., LBWN partner with MPS Doerfler Elementary students to create intersection mural, teach civics
May 28th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
Statement from Dir. Claire Zautke regarding the passing of Ald. Joe Dudzik
"I'm saddened by the death of Alderman Joe Dudzik. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time."
May 22nd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Joint statement from Pres. Bonds, Supt. Driver regarding JFC budget action
"This plan targets struggling schools rather than seeking ways to support them."
May 20th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Why Doesn’t Milwaukee Embrace Charter Schools?
Data shows they work better than MPS schools, but board adamantly opposes them.
May 20th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Public Schools are Being Strangled by Governor Walker and His Friends
Statement from Senator Jon Erpenbach on Republican’s 29 page education omnibus motion.
May 20th, 2015 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Milwaukee Arts Board awards $213,500 to 33 organizations
Steve VandeZande and Lori Bauman named Friends of the Arts
May 15th, 2015 by City of Milwaukee Arts Board
Student sculpture garden combines science, art
A celebration and unveiling, with presentations from students and teachers, will take place on Thursday, May 28th, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at Greenfield Bilingual School, 1711 S. 35th St.
May 15th, 2015 by Artists Working in Education
National top 5 win for mobile app created by students at MPS’ Washington HS of IT
Now Washington students need help to be voted fan favorite
May 15th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
2 MPS high schools among state’s 15 best in new U.S. News rankings
MPS' Ronald Reagan College Preparatory High School ranked 8th and MPS' Rufus King International High School ranked 12th.
May 12th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele Statement on the Opportunity Schools and Partnership Program Proposal
Providing the best K-12 education system for the community should be a priority for everyone who lives in Milwaukee
May 12th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Statement from Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Michael Bonds and MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver regarding the Kooyenga/Darling proposal
Both Bonds and MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver expressed skepticism that the so-called "turnaround district" will do anything to improve outcomes for students.
May 11th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS’ 4-year graduation rate up slightly in 2014
5- and 6-year rates continue to show some students are taking more time to graduate; key initiatives in place to accelerate growth
May 7th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS educators win state health Teacher of the Year, Jump Rope for Heart honors
MPS celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week as MPS educators earn top honors from the state association of health and physical education teachers for three straight years
May 6th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS student wins nation’s highest honor for graduating seniors
Reagan's Alethia Tilford just one of 141 in the U.S., 2 in Wisconsin
May 5th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Bonds re-elected as president of Milwaukee Board of School Directors
Miller elected vice president; committee assignments also set after annual organizational meeting
Apr 29th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Marquette Law School, College of Education to host half-day conference on critical K-12 education issues
The event is part of a continuing series of conferences on K–12 education sponsored by the Law School and College of Education, and is open to the public.
Apr 29th, 2015 by Marquette University
Stand with Survivors: April 29th is Denim Day
April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. This month, I am proud to stand alongside my colleague Dr. Darienne Driver, Superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, in raising awareness of the misconceptions around sexual assault.
Apr 28th, 2015 by Tom Barrett
MPS’ GE Foundation Schools narrowing student achievement gaps
Schools improving faster than national average in reading and math
Apr 27th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Meagan Holman Announces Candidacy for Milwaukee City Council, District 14
Meagan Holman today announced her candidacy for Alderwoman in Milwaukee’s 14th district, which includes Bay View and parts of the South Side.
Apr 24th, 2015 by Meagan Holman
State Bucks Arena Plan Fleeces Milwaukee
Proposed sports district gives all legal protection to the state and sticks it to Milwaukee, both financially and politically.
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
MPS student in the running for nation’s highest honor for graduating HS seniors
Reagan's Alethia Tilford is a 2015 Presidential Scholars semifinalist
Apr 22nd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS high schools take state’s top 2 spots on Washington Post best list
6 MPS schools in total make Post's list of schools that challenge students to achieve through college-level exams
Apr 20th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
The Charter School Advantage
A new study shows charter schools outperform MPS schools. But they still trail the average state school.
Apr 15th, 2015 by Bruce Thompson
Program Helps Many Teens Get Driver’s License
COA gives scholarships for hundreds of city kids to get their license; $300 cost is otherwise unaffordable.
Apr 10th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Milwaukee Succeeds Names Danae Davis New Executive Director
Dynamic Nonprofit Executive Takes Lead Role in Community Partnership
Apr 10th, 2015 by Milwaukee Succeeds
Mr. Milwaukee Tour Guide
You might say Adam Carr is Milwaukier Than Thou. He’s the perfect tour guide for YP Week.
Apr 2nd, 2015 by Andrew McCann
Korb Tredo Architects Principals to Pursue New Opportunities
Jeff Tredo, co-founder of the award-winning firm, is departing with his core clients and design team to pursue other opportunities in the greater Milwaukee area.
Apr 1st, 2015 by Korb Tredo Architects
March Board update: Efforts to expand strong academic programming, increase high-performing seats moving forward
Regional development plans progressing
Mar 30th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Commitment Schools Show Improvement
Federally funded schools have raised student achievement in reading and math.
Mar 29th, 2015 by Molly Rippinger
Sup. Rainey Says Measure to Allow 16-Year-Old Vote on School Board Elections Would Increase Participation in Electoral System
County Board Passes Measure That Also Calls for Lowering Age for Registering to Vote
Mar 26th, 2015 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
City Plan Will Rescue The Worst Playgrounds
City and foundation money will be spent to upgrade the 12 most deteriorated playgrounds in Milwaukee.
Mar 25th, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
Should City/County Donate More to NBA Arena?
Actually, local taxpayers will be donating $450 million. But the press won’t report the details.
Mar 24th, 2015 by Bruce Murphy
Dr. Driver statement regarding meeting with President Obama
MPS superintendent joined other urban school leaders with the Council of the Great City Schools
Mar 16th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Neighborhood Leaders Applaud Barrett’s Speech
Mayor's state-of-the-city speech details plans for neighborhood development and partnerships with city.
Mar 13th, 2015 by Brendan O’Brien
Program for underperforming MPS schools is paying off
Early results show that Commitment Schools initiative is improving reading and math achievement in kindergarten through 8th grade
Mar 13th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Federal Cuts Challenge Local Food Programs
Funding reduced though number of county Food Share recipients hasn't declined.
Mar 10th, 2015 by Molly Rippinger
Mayor Barrett’s 2015 State of the City Address
Monday, March 9th, 2015 - Alverno College
Mar 9th, 2015 by Tom Barrett
MPS serving 22% more school breakfasts this year
District cites research showing that students who eat breakfast have better attendance, behavior, memory and achievement
Mar 4th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
City Year Milwaukee Adds Three New Board Members
Cecelia Gore, Kevin Joy, Cal Schmidt Welcomed to City Year Board of Directors
Feb 27th, 2015 by City Year Milwaukee
February Board update: Dr. Driver’s contract extended, state budget resolution, Malcolm X redevelopment for King Middle
Other action includes: Clerk's contract extended, position created to explore new northwest-side middle school; Board honors Dr. King contest winners, Cass Street School teacher and outgoing chief accountability and efficiency officer
Feb 26th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Rotary Club’s Impact on the City
The club, a Mandi finalist, has created a food program for the poor and the Arboretum along Milwaukee River.
Feb 26th, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
Statement from Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Michael Bonds regarding Gov. Walker’s proposed 2015-17 biennial budget
"School boards across the state are stepping forward to make sure the devastating impact of the Governor's proposed budget is understood."
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS notes 10 years of defibrillators in schools
The MPS HeartSafe Schools program has saved seven lives
Feb 23rd, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Could Milwaukee Have a Measles Outbreak?
Rate of vaccination here is increasing but still not high enough to assure no outbreak occurs.
Feb 22nd, 2015 by Edgar Mendez
MPS hosts listening sessions linked to strategies for improving student outcomes
Students, families, staff and community members invited to weigh in; each session is connected to one of the district's Strategic Objectives
Feb 20th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Families encouraged to enroll by Friday for the best opportunity at their first-choice school
Last week for MPS' 'Three-Choice Enrollment' period, which ends Feb. 20
Feb 17th, 2015 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Rep. Gwen Moore Honors Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:
Feb 13th, 2015 by U.S. Rep. Gwen Moore
College of Communication student awarded journalism study tour to Japan from Scripps Howard Foundation
“These students, among the strongest news reporters at campuses across the country, represent the future of journalism.”
Feb 13th, 2015 by Marquette University
