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How Will School Board Hire New Superintendent?
What's the likely process and how were past decisions made?
Jun 10th, 2024 by Terry Falk
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Resigns After Closed-Session Meeting
School district is in jeopardy of losing millions in state and federal dollars.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess and Evan Casey
MPS Seeks To Revise School Calendar
Seeking earlier start to 2024-25 school year for elementary students, creating a uniform calendar for system.
Jun 26th, 2023 by Terry Falk
‘Traffic Gardens’ Coming to MPS Buildings
Part of Safe Routes to School program, teaching students how to bike and follow rules of the road.
May 19th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
MPS Still Tougher on Black Students?
Federal settlement cited disproportionate discipline. Posley says progress being made.
Nov 25th, 2020 by Sam Woods
High Rate of Turnover for School Superintendents
Some superintendents leap frog from district to district, advancing their career or salary.
Jun 15th, 2020 by Terry Falk
How Should MPS Use Rainy Day Fund?
Typically used for school emergencies. Union pushes to use it to hire more staff.
May 21st, 2019 by Terry Falk
New MPS Superintendent Takes Over
Keith Posley has two top goals; One involves Scott Walker.
May 22nd, 2018 by Chuck Quirmbach
MPS Becomes Issue in Governor’s Race
Budget cuts, poor achievement, Walker’s call for state action heat up discussion.
May 20th, 2018 by Elizabeth Dohms-Harter
Statement from Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver
I love and have given my heart and soul to serving Milwaukee Public Schools and have no regrets.
May 17th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Four high schools nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report
Rufus King in the top ten high schools in the state
May 11th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Why Is City’s Student Achievement So Low?
NAEP results show notable progress in Chicago, but discouraging results here.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
Danceworks Mad Hot Ballroom Dance Competition at BMO Harris Bradley Center on Saturday, May 19th marks the last in a cherished partnership
Students from 50 Milwaukee area schools will show off their ballroom dancing skills.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Danceworks Inc.
Milwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent
Veteran educator Dr. Keith P. Posley to lead district
Apr 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Community Reacts to Driver’s Departure
MPS Superintendent Dr. Darienne Driver announced her last day will be July 6, 2018.
Apr 6th, 2018 by Andrea Waxman
MPS Board President Mark Sain issues statement regarding Dr. Driver’s resignation
"I wish her the very best."
Apr 3rd, 2018 by President of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors Mark Sain
MPS Losing Superintendent Driver
Will become CEO of Southeastern Michigan United Way in Detroit in July.
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
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."
Apr 3rd, 2018 by Darienne Driver
The MPS Agency Superintendents Hate
Efficiency office created in 2010 reports to board members. But is it needed?
Jan 16th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
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."
Jan 11th, 2018 by President of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors Mark Sain
School Board Restricts MPS Raises
Committee adopts rule requiring board approval for all raises.
Jan 10th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
$100,000 Grant for Violence Prevention Plan
Bader Philanthropies grant helps fund effort pushed by Health Commissioner Bevan Baker.
Nov 23rd, 2017 by Andrea Waxman
MPS shows slight improvement on latest state report card
District sees uptick in key areas
Nov 21st, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Invites Family Input on School Meals
District to host nine listening sessions throughout October at various locations
Oct 9th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee County Office on African American Affairs Announces Confirmation of Nicole Brookshire as Director of the Office on African American Affairs
Mrs. Brookshire’s confirmation comes following a comprehensive national search, a series of public listening sessions and meetings with key social justice stakeholders.
Sep 29th, 2017 by Milwaukee County Office on African American Affairs
Republicans’ out of touch budget priorities already failing Wisconsin kids
"As long as Wisconsinites are making subsidy payments to Foxconn, no school should experience cuts of any sort."
Sep 25th, 2017 by State Rep. David Bowen
Abele Appointee to County Office on African American Affairs Wins Unanimous Support from County Board’s Economic Development Committee
OAAA Poised to Continue Important Workforce Development Work Under Director Nicole Brookshire
Sep 18th, 2017 by County Executive Chris Abele
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.
Sep 1st, 2017 by Milwaukee Board of School Directors
Webster Secondary School to Close
MPS cites declining enrollment. School board will make final decision.
Aug 31st, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
MPS Expands Program Connecting Youth to Jobs
$225,000 grant will grow the program to serve 250 students, up from 50 the previous year
Aug 16th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS Launches New Black & Latino Male Achievement Department, Hires Staff
District sees new department as a critical opportunity for all of Milwaukee
Aug 15th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
How Teach for America Helps MPS
70 TFA members attend summer institute to prepare for teaching.
Aug 9th, 2017 by Lydia Slattery
MPS Targets Racial Achievement Gap
New Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement created.
Jul 26th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj and Keith Schubert
MPS Superintendent Chosen to Lead National Coalition of Urban School Systems
Dr. Darienne Driver elected as chair of the Council of Great City Schools Board of Directors, a policymaking body of the nation's primary coalition of large urban public school systems
Jun 28th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Record Number of MPS Schools Awarded for Behavior and Academic Excellence
Record Number of MPS Schools Awarded for Behavior and Academic Excellence
Jun 14th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Scholarships for Class of 2017 Exceed $62 Million
Number of scholarship dollars offered to MPS students is largest ever, breaking last year's record by more than $10 million
Jun 12th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board Approves 2017-18 MPS Budget That Increases Support to Schools, Students
No growth in revenue, rising healthcare costs require difficult decisions
May 26th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Bucks and Johnson Controls to Build $150,000 Multi-Sport Complex at MPS’ Browning Elementary School
Joint gift to include up to $600,000 in additional funding to support youth-focused programming
May 23rd, 2017 by Milwaukee Bucks
Hot Summer Milwaukee Returns
2nd year of program offers education, recreation and camps.
May 18th, 2017 by Amanda Maniscalco
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
MPS High School Earns Top Spot in the State
Three high schools nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report
Apr 26th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
State honors 16 MPS schools
Schools are Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Schools of Recognition
Apr 17th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Board designates MPS a safe haven for undocumented students
Additional actions include Early Retirement Window and school changes
Apr 4th, 2017 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
Barrett Sells Milwaukee to GOP
City has reinvented itself, deserves greater investment from state, he argues.
Mar 20th, 2017 by Steven Walters
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 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 move some schools to early start calendar in 2017
Secondary, IB and year round schools move to August start date
Dec 22nd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
Over 3,200 Milwaukee Public Schools’ students participate in one-day volunteer project
Milwaukee Public School students at 28 schools will all participate in a large scale volunteer project with United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County
Dec 14th, 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
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
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
Do “No Excuses” Charter Schools Work?
The data is encouraging. So why are some MPS leaders resistant?
Nov 11th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
Advanced Placement Telepresence program expands students’ opportunity
Milwaukee Public Schools program provides classes via remote access
Nov 10th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
Oct 31st, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Signs of Progress at MPS
More families choosing the system and more students succeeding.
Oct 28th, 2016 by Darienne Driver
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
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
Flood The Hood With Dreams
An event hosted by Milwaukee College Prep to celebrate our neighbors and neighborhoods
Oct 12th, 2016 by Milwaukee College Prep
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
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
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
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
MPS Board Update: Dr. Driver’s contract extended
Board, Superintendent continue work to provide students opportunities for success
Aug 19th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
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.
Aug 4th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
MPS Creates More Community Schools
New reform comes after school board rejects proposed state OSPP plan by Abele.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Update regarding Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
No decision was reached today.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Rep. Bowen praises MPS Superintendent for rejecting school takeover proposal
Commends Dr. Driver’s thorough, alternative proposal for OSPP
Jun 17th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
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
MPS’ Pulaski High School earns International Baccalaureate candidate status
Preparing to become MPS' eighth IB school
Jun 9th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
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
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
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
Why Urban School Chiefs Fail
The lessons of former MPS superintendent Gregory Thornton’s firing in Baltimore.
May 19th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
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
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
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
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
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
6 MPS students win national Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Previous honorees include Ken Burns, Joyce Carol Oates, Sylvia Plath and Andy Warhol
Apr 7th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
MPS graduate earns prestigious Fulbright award
2012 Rufus King International High School alumna and Bradley University student Sojourner White
Mar 31st, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Let’s All Talk About Guns
Rep’s “American Song” offers strong one-man show on the topic followed by second act of community discussion.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
2 MPS schools among state’s first to earn new AP diploma program
As more MPS students are taking AP and IB courses, 'AP Capstone' college prep program coming to Golda Meir, Milwaukee School of Languages
Mar 8th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
2016 State of the City
Hmong American Peace Academy - February 8, 2016
Feb 8th, 2016 by Mayor Tom Barrett
