Milwaukee Public Schools

Did 1991 State Law Give MPS Superintendent Too Much Power?

Former MPS Superintendent Howard Fuller, who pushed for law, says current leaders failed.

Former Bay View Library Listed For Sale

City wants to see it repurposed. Plus: A nearby church sold to new congregation.

Expert Warns Finding a Qualified MPS Superintendent Won’t Be Easy

Eduardo Galvan named acting superintendent as national search seeks permanent leader.

Statement from the Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Gov. Evers Announces Request for Services to Conduct Independent Operational Audit of MPS

Governor to initiate waiver expediting contracting process to hire outside, independent auditor to conduct MPS instructional audit

UW, Prisons, MPS Now Capitol’s Top Issues

Evers and GOP legislators disagree. Issues could figure in fall elections.

Recall Effort Launched Against Four MPS Board Members

Recall organizers demand financial accountability, say they do not support privatization.

Supervisor Bielinski to Introduce Resolution Supporting Milwaukee Public Schools and Advocating for Adequate State Funding

Janitors Union Prepares for Contract Fight

Union representing downtown janitors seeks to protect workers' pandemic-era wage gains. Mayor joins the rally.

Documents Suggest MPS Financial Team Inexperienced, Understaffed

MPS hoping corrective action plan will release nearly $16 million in state funds.

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Announces Actions Related to Resolving District Finance Issues

Today’s Submission of Corrective Action Plan Marks Milestone in Collaboration with State of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Evers Moves Forward With Audits of MPS

MPS board member says $1.5 billion budget will get passed this week.

How Will School Board Hire New Superintendent?

What's the likely process and how were past decisions made?

Gov. Evers to Proceed with Hiring MPS Auditors with Support of Board of School Directors, Local Community Leaders

Evers Administration to begin process of identifying outside, independent auditors with experience auditing educational and classroom settings to conduct audits

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Pledges Four Points of MPS Involvement

Including helping select the next superintendent and city administrative support.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Proposed Audit of Milwaukee Public Schools

Gov. Evers Calls for Conducting Operational, Instructional Audits of Milwaukee Public Schools

MBSD Statement on DPI SPED Funding

MPS Submits Missing Financial Information To State

Board will first pick interim superintendent to replace Posley, then launch national search.

Rep. Myers: It is Evident that MPS Board is Part of the Problem

Alderman Calls For Delaying MPS Referendum Implementation

Scott Spiker wants MPS to delay increasing taxes as approved in spring referendum.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Milwaukee Public Schools

Mayor Not Interested in MPS Takeover

Johnson says no to city takeover, adds that all Milwaukee schools should be focused on better outcomes.

Rep. Myers Responds to Recent Events Involving Milwaukee Public Schools

Sen. Larson reacts to the resignation of MPS Superintendent Keith Posley

Statement from Mayor Cavalier Johnson On Milwaukee Public Schools Board Action

Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Resigns After Closed-Session Meeting

School district is in jeopardy of losing millions in state and federal dollars.

MBSD Statement on Special Board Meeting

The Fall of a School Superintendent

The inside story: Why MPS superintendent Keith Posley could be fired.

MPS Board Calls For Investigation, Delays Budget Vote

The school district has been under scrutiny for lack of financial reporting.

MPS change imperative to avoid shipwreck

Statement of Alderman Lamont Westmoreland May 31, 2024

See Inside School-To-Apartments Conversion of Former Edison Middle School

The original North Milwaukee High School now a welcoming home for seniors.

State Could Withhold Milwaukee Public Schools Funding Over Reporting Failures

Department of Public Instruction threatens to withhold payments unless corrective action is taken

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Says MPS Needs ‘Corrective Action’

The veteran Congresswoman was asked about finances at MPS, the district from which she herself graduated

Common Ground Gets National Attention

Group’s battle with city housing authority becoming embarrassing for Milwaukee.

GED Program at MATC Gives Students a Second Chance

Nearly 300 Milwaukee area students recently completed their degrees.

Board Proposal Would Take Away Two Carmen Charter School Facilities

Carmen's backers protest, board and superintendent back a month delay on proposal.

Candidate Announces for Aisha Carr’s Former School Board Seat

James Ferguson II is first candidate to announce. Special election is scheduled for Nov. 5.

See the 2024 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners

20 projects big and small are named best of the best in Milwaukee design

MPS 2023-24 Head Start Notice

Four Milwaukee Affordable Housing Proposals Secure Critical Tax Credits

WHEDA's housing tax credit award puts developments on path to groundbreaking.

The Ups and Downs of Milwaukee’s School Enrollment

Regular school enrollment barely changed, charter schools down, statistics vary between MPS and DPI.

Alexander, Goodwin Running For Same Assembly Seat

The two candidates previously faced off running for a seat on the Milwaukee County Board.

State-sanctioned inequity

Sequanna Taylor Running for State Assembly

After years on county board, Taylor has seen how state laws greatly impact local issues.

MPS Lost Just 51 Students This Year

Has long-term decline in enrollment ended? MPS officials see encouraging signs.

FAFSA Completion Rate Down More Than 25%

Fatigue and technical issues contribute to declining rates, with educators worried about long-term impacts.

Embattled School Board Director Aisha Carr Resigns

Carr has been a controversial school board director, and faced a potential disciplinary investigation.

MPS Releases Proposed Budget for 2024-25 School Year

Proposed budget invests in students, focuses on long-term success

City and MPS celebrate Arbor Day with Tree Planting at Reagan High School

Observance includes tree climbing and lift truck demonstrations

Washington High School’s Tiled Bubblers Are Unique

The bubbler station became an artistic oasis in the 1920s and '30s.

How Will Higher Assessments Impact Your Taxes?

Milwaukee properties are worth 17% more says city assessor.

MPS Plans $60 Million In Budget Cuts

School referendum dollars and resulting state funding hikes come in slowly.

Milwaukee School Board May Investigate Board Member

Aisha Carr suspected of unethical conduct. Her supporters criticized the board.

Why Can’t MPS Improve Student Reading Scores?

Failure to use phonics and poorly trained teachers may help explain this.

Following Referendum, MPS Cuts Trauma Specialists in 53206 ZIP Code

Leaving only half of trauma specialists at schools in city's highest poverty area.

City of Milwaukee Health Department Names Jefflyn Brown as Deputy Commissioner of Clinical Services

Mayor Pledges To Get Involved in Schools

Johnson vows to make Milwaukee a city that attracts people because of its schools.

New Council Most Diverse In Milwaukee History

The largest number of Black, women and LBGTQ+ members in history. Meet all 15.

DPI Report Shows Educator Workforce Crisis in Wisconsin

Teacher retention a huge problem; compensation has decreased 20% since 2010.

Climate Has Changed for Sewerage District

Once trashed by local media and some officials, MMSD now enjoys wide support.

Families invited to MPS Community Showcase at Douglas School on April 24

Learn About Schools in 53206 ZIP Code, Apply for Jobs, Enjoy Activities

Claire Woodall’s Plan to Restore Trust in Milwaukee’s Election Process

City's top election official adds 26-point checklist to ensure integrity of ballot counting.

School Districts Take Stock of Referendum Results

Across state, 56 of 93 of April ballot requests for more money passed.

Senator Baldwin Champions Investments for Child Care, Mental Health, and Affordable Housing

Baldwin: “I’m proud to have worked with both parties to give hardworking Wisconsin families the economic security they need and deserve”

Rick Banks launches campaign for 11th Assembly District

UWM planetarium hosting eclipse event, teaching 4,300 MPS students this spring

Crunching the Data on Spring Election

Which Milwaukee voters supported Biden, Trump, MPS referendum and City Attorney Tearman Spencer?

Senator Baldwin Delivers for Southeastern Wisconsin in Government Funding Legislation

Baldwin secured support for affordable housing, critical infrastructure, public safety, and more

MMAC statement on MPS referendum

City Forward Collective Responds To The Outcome of the MPS Referendum

Marisabel Cabrera Wins Close Judicial Race

Democratic legislator and immigration rights attorney will now serve in circuit court.

Milwaukee Public Schools Referendum Narrowly Passes

Union touts passage as a win for Milwaukee's youth.

Evan Goyke Ousts Tearman Spencer As City Attorney

Spencer had been plagued by problems and controversies during his one term in office.

2024 Spring Election Results

MPS referendum and county exec, mayor, Common Council and County Board races all on ballot.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Meet the Candidates for County Office

And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.

Why Vote for MPS Funding Referendum

A 'yes' vote means more teachers and paraprofessionals and better educated students.

Evers Aggressively Uses Veto Pen on Republican Bills

Governor blocks proposals related to wolves, income tax cuts and school licensing.

Only 10 of State’s 56 Races for Circuit Court Judge Are Contested

Just one of 12 judges in Milwaukee County face an opponent on April ballot.

85 School Districts Asking Voters for $1.4 Billion Funding

April ballot referendums driven by rising costs and inadequate state funding, officials say.

Lawsuit Charges MPS Principal Abused First Grader for Having Gay Parents

Milwaukee Public Schools administration, school board took no action, federal suit claims.

Statement from GMC on April 2nd MPS referendum

Public Statement from Josh Zepnick, Candidate for Alderman, 11th District, Milwaukee’s Southwest Side

MPS Makes the Case for Referendum

Principals say they need funding to maintain their schools' current operations.

Senator Baldwin Delivers an Additional $50 Million for Community-Driven Projects

Direct support comes on heels of $211 million delivered to Wisconsin earlier this month

Suspensions Up At MPS, With Steep Racial Disparities

Nearly 80% of those suspended are Black. Prior federal investigation found racial disparities.

MPS Referendum Would Reverse Effects of Declining State Funding

The district's enrollment has declined by 31.5% and staffing by 36.8% since 2004.

Is Building Surplus a Factor in MPS Referendum?

Critics charge it is. But how much money could be saved by closing more buildings?

Registration opens March 4 for MPS Summer Academy

Summer Classes and Activities to Inspire Learning Take Place in June and July at Select Schools around Milwaukee

Campaign Targets MPS Funding Referendum

Atty Dan Adams forms Milwaukeeans For Affordable Housing, bashes proposed tax hike.

Campaign Wants You To “Vote Yes For MPS” On School Referendum

Group urges voters to support property tax increase for students.

Legislature Approves Reduction in Educator Licensing Requirements

Republican backers say their aim is easing a workforce shortage

Commercial Kitchen Launches At Concordia 27

First phase of community hub now in operation, providing thousands of healthy meals to students in the greater Milwaukee area.

Milwaukee Mayor Johnson and County Executive Crowley Endorse MPS Referendum Campaign

Milwaukee’s Top Leaders Announce Support for Vital Funding Measure for Milwaukee’s Children

County Treasurer Dave Cullen Announces Reelection Bid

With many endorsements, Cullen faces Ted Chisholm in Democratic primary.

County’s Top Attorney Leaving For Broadcasting Job

Corp Counsel Margaret Daun will join Civic Media and host daily radio show.

Wisconsin Students Achievement Recovering Since Pandemic

Back to 2019 levels in reading but not math; MPS students still a grade behind in reading.

Milwaukee Recreation Manager Elected President of the Wisconsin Park and Recreation Association (WPRA) Board of Directors

Derek Donlevy officially moved into the role on January 31st

Bill Holds Back Students Who Miss More Than 30 Days of School

Policy from Speaker Vos's Task Force on Truancy would affect public and private schools.