Milwaukee Board of School Directors

MPS Updates Equity Plan

Some community leaders say it still lacks clarity.

Milwaukee DSA Announces and Endorses Alex Brower as a candidate for MPS School Board

Milwaukee Public Schools Reopening Plan Approved by Board of School Directors

Board votes in favor of phased reopening, beginning 2020-21 school year virtually

Milwaukee Public Schools Releases School Reopening Recommendation

District to present reopening plan to Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Milwaukee Public Schools Releases School Reopening Survey

Survey will gather input until July 8, 2020

Milwaukee Public Schools Terminates Police Contract

Unanimous vote of the school board ends funding for school resource officers.

Ending Contract for Policing in Milwaukee Public Schools

A Statement from Larry Miller, President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Black Lives Matter

A Statement from members of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Milwaukee Public Schools Releases 2020-21 Superintendent’s Proposed Budget

Superintendent increases support for schools

24 Groups Win Healthy Food Grants From City

New grant program focused on increasing access to, providing education on healthy foods.

MPS Referendum Passes with Overwhelming Support

Second Coronavirus (COVID-19) Case Discovered in the City of Milwaukee

Milwaukee Public Schools and the City of Milwaukee Health Department to give update

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Votes to go to Referendum

A step toward getting schools our children deserve

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Accepts Task Force Report

Announcement by Milwaukee City Attorney Grant F. Langley

Langley leads an office of 38 attorneys who perform all the legal work for the City of Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors and the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee.

All Children Deserve Great Schools

We seek fair funding of MPS. And ask the media not to sensationalize the issue.

Task Force Explores Cost of Fulfilling MPS Needs

The 32 members will develop a formal recommendation for the school board at its concluding meeting December 10.

Cream City Hostel Has Low Price Tag

Property's current assessment just $310,000, but new hostel should increase its value.

MPS Board adopts 2019–20 budget

Leaders commit to students and staff, reignite salary schedule

Milwaukee Public Schools releases the 2019-20 Superintendent’s Proposed Budget

Superintendent maintains support for schools

Larry Miller Elected President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Luis Antonio (Tony) Báez Elected Vice-President, Committee Assignments Announced

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Approves Montessori Strategic Plan

Now that the Plan has been adopted, the Montessori Advisory Committee will begin to coordinate and implement the plan.

Wisconsin Working Families Party Congratulates Megan O’Halloran on Commanding Primary Victory in Distrcit 8 School Board Race

O’Halloran garnered more than 65 percent of the vote in the three-way race and will face Kathryn Gabor in the spring election on Tuesday, April 2.

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Slate of Candidates for Milwaukee Board of School Directors to Create Strong Pro-Public School Majority

Electing a school board to serve MPS students; strengthen and fund public education; fight back against ineffective charter programs

Bob Peterson turns in 3,000 nomination signatures for citywide school board race

The 3,000 total is double the required amount of 1,500 signatures.

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses Bob Peterson for MPS Board of School Directors, Citywide Seat

The election for the Milwaukee Board of School Directors is April 2, 2019, with a possible primary February 19.

Board Names Dr. Posley MPS Superintendent

Longtime educator puts renewed focus on the classroom

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

Road to $15 Demonstrates Commitment to Employees

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

District releases balanced $1.2 billion proposed 2018-19 budget

Stagnant revenue, rising costs cause difficult budget choices

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent

Veteran educator Dr. Keith P. Posley to lead district

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."

Chef Michael Feker Comes to School

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

Statement of Mark A. Sain, President of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors

"To be clear, there will be times when Dr. Driver and the Board do not agree. That is natural and to be expected."

Wisconsin is Hiring! People-driven Organizations Launch Major Grassroots Effort to Shape 2018 Election and Race for Governor

Effective grassroots organizations coming together to build a government that works for the people of Wisconsin

MPS Invites Family Input on School Meals

District to host nine listening sessions throughout October at various locations

Milwaukee Board of School Directors Keeps Daniel Webster Secondary School Open

The Board anticipates receiving a plan from the district administration for the future of the Webster Campus by November 2017.

MPS Launches New Black & Latino Male Achievement Department, Hires Staff

District sees new department as a critical opportunity for all of Milwaukee

Board Approves 2017-18 MPS Budget That Increases Support to Schools, Students

No growth in revenue, rising healthcare costs require difficult decisions

Historic MPS school celebrates 105th anniversary

Auer Avenue Community School preparing for anniversary event and alumni reunion

Every School A Sanctuary

Immigrant students organize to create safe havens in MPS schools.

7 Election Winners and Losers

Unions, Hmong community and county infighters were among the winners.

Board designates MPS a safe haven for undocumented students

Additional actions include Early Retirement Window and school changes

Board approves district-wide uniform policy

Program changes to schools in 2017-18 designed to improve student outcomes

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Tony Evers for State Superintendent of Public Instruction

Incumbent is “right choice” to advocate for students; resist federal attacks on public schools

Wisconsin Working Families Party Endorses Candidates for Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Diverse slate of candidates support public education; oppose corporate profiteering

School board’s actions reduced benefits liability projections by $3.63 billion over last eight years

Changes in funding allow Milwaukee Public Schools to direct more funds to students

Milwaukee Public Schools move some schools to early start calendar in 2017

Secondary, IB and year round schools move to August start date

MPS Board Committee accepts early start calendar for high schools, middle schools and year-round schools

Committee asks administration to pursue further research and dialog regarding elementary school calendars

Milwaukee Board of School Directors approve $1.3 million investment in MPS C.A.R.E.S.

Initiative provides safe space for Milwaukee young people and families

Milwaukee Public Schools No Longer Required to Participate in OSPP

District performance signals progress

Wisconsin Book of the Year” Announced

Meet Me Halfway: Milwaukee Stories by Jennifer Morales to be showcased at National Book Festival in Washington DC 9/24/2016

MPS Board Update: Dr. Driver’s contract extended

Board, Superintendent continue work to provide students opportunities for success

Board highlights expansion of language immersion, community support

Milwaukee Public School administrators also reported on Thursday night that the district accepted more than $218,000 in donations in July.

HAPA charter school expanding, Community Schools expanding, career skills program coming

June Board update

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

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.

$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%

Groundbreaking set for addition at MPS’ top-performing Maryland Avenue Montessori School

School rated 'Exceeds Expectations' on latest state report card

Board approves 2016-17 MPS budget that directs more district resources to classrooms

Commitment to funding school, student success despite overall revenue decrease

Superintendent’s proposed 2016-17 MPS budget directs more district resources to classrooms

Commitment to funding school, student success despite overall revenue decrease

Mark Sain unanimously elected President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Larry Miller unanimously re-elected Vice President, committee assignments announced

More MPS students taking college-level AP, IB courses

January Board update: Teaching artists contracts approved, tentative agreement with MTEA, charter contract renewals

New Milwaukee Excellence Charter School to open in fall after MPS Board vote

December Board update: MPS pursuing universal driver education, Board renews three other charter contracts

MPS Changing How it Handles Charter Schools?

Superintendent Driver and some school board members want to clarify process.

MPS Board, committee meetings will move to Neeskara School for November and December

Move will happen as Central Services auditorium undergoes significant, necessary and long overdue renovations

Board OKs expansion for Spanish Immersion School, move to create strong standalone Morse middle school, full Italian immersion at Victory and lower tax levy

Expansions of successful programs are part of MPS' Regional Development Plan; 17% of taxes labeled as MPS actually go to fund vouchers

Supervisor Gerry Broderick Announces Honor for Mark Horowitz

Long-Time Educator and Soccer Aficionado to Be Honored With Plaque at Lake Park Warming House, Naming of Athletic Fields

Board approves Pulaski, Carmen partnership

Move brings two schools together in one building to work on student achievement, school environment and teaching/administrative practices

Supervisor Gerry Broderick Announces Honor for Mark Horowitz

Long-Time Educator and Soccer Aficionado to Be Honored With Plaque at Lake Park Warming House, Naming of Athletic Fields

Groundbreaking set for addition to MPS’ top-performing Fernwood Montessori School

Tied to MPS' Regional Development Plan, which works to grow strong academic programs

MPS, Carmen exploring potential strategic partnership at Pulaski Campus

Joint statement from Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Dr. Michael Bonds and Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver

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

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

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

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.

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

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."

Joint statement from Pres. Bonds, Supt. Driver regarding JFC budget action

"This plan targets struggling schools rather than seeking ways to support them."

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.

Bonds re-elected as president of Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Miller elected vice president; committee assignments also set after annual organizational meeting

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.

Charter School Leaders Say Oversight Needed

Republican plan for Milwaukee would allow high-performing charter schools to replicate without any approving authority.

March Board update: Efforts to expand strong academic programming, increase high-performing seats moving forward

Regional development plans progressing

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

Wendell Harris urges Milwaukee residents to speak for MPS at JFC hearing

I have been encouraging concerned people of Milwaukee to oppose the draconian budget cuts to K-12 public schools and the cuts to the University of Wisconsin system.

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

School Board candidate Harris opposes Walker’s budget plan

He urges public to attend the March 20 Joint Finance Committee hearing at Alverno College

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

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."

Republican Plan for MPS Attacked

Bonds says plan would be devastating financially and lay off hundreds of staff.

January Board update: Budget and operational planning; 5 buildings declared surplus

Charter, partnership contracts also renewed, amended

Statement by President Michael Bonds, Ph.D., regarding the New Opportunities for Milwaukee document

Milwaukee Public Schools was not sent a copy of this plan, which was provided to the district by the news media.

School Board Members Up for Re-election

But only Jeff Spence and Board President Michael Bonds face opponents in spring election.