Larry Miller

Southeast Wisconsin Urban Educators Trust Jill Underly

Giving Schools a Shot in the Arm

Vaccinating teachers would enable schools to reopen. But it’s not that simple.

Six New Milwaukee School Board Candidates

Three for open seats, three opposing incumbents in Spring 2021 election.

Jilly Gokalgandhi Announces Candidacy for District 5 of the Milwaukee Public School Board

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

Will MPS End Truancy Program?

Under state law school system pays for four police officers in TABS program.

MPS Didn’t End Every Police Program

Three things to know about decision by Milwaukee School Board.

Milwaukee Public Schools Terminates Police Contract

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

School Districts Consider Defunding Police

Madison, Green Bay, Milwaukee among districts that may end programs. Milwaukee school board votes Thursday.

Ending Contract for Policing in Milwaukee Public Schools

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

Groups Push MPS, Stop Funding Police

Community groups say MPS should stop paying for Milwaukee Police security programs, spend it on education.

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

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.

MPS Program Offers “Ambitious Instruction”

Will new approach mean more skills taught or more teaching to the test?

Contribution to Alex Brower of $100

Columbia Playfield Reopens

Revamped north side park boasts a playground, basketball courts, splash pad and more.

A Historic Vote for the Children of Wisconsin

A Statement from President Larry Miller and Vice President Tony Báez of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors

Larry Miller Elected President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors

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

MPS Students Lobby For Better Lunches

“They’re not appetizing.” 100 students lobby legislators in Madison.

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.

Contribution to Bob Peterson of $1,000

City-wide School Board Candidate Bob Peterson announces endorsement from 23 elected officials

The full list of elected officials to have endorsed Bob Peterson for MPS school board represents a broad span of Milwaukee’s neighborhoods.

Road to $15 Demonstrates Commitment to Employees

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

School Board Restricts MPS Raises

Committee adopts rule requiring board approval for all raises.

County Creating Community Centers

Will focus on black employment, education. MPS may collaborate.

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.

Vote Tuesday

Learn more about the many races and candidates for this overlooked election

Larry Miller Announces Endorsement From AFT Local 212

AFT sees Miller as champion of public education, pursuit of quality schools

Larry Miller Announces Endorsement from Wisconsin Working Families Party

WFP supports Miller’s work in defending public education, strong MPS agenda

Larry Miller Announces Endorsement from Milwaukee Area Labor Council

Working people of Milwaukee support strong public schools, need Miller’s experience

Larry Miller Announces Endorsement from IBEW Local 494

IBEW a willing partner with MPS, believes in Miller’s vision for working people

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

Do “No Excuses” Charter Schools Work?

The data is encouraging. So why are some MPS leaders resistant?

Milwaukee Public Schools No Longer Required to Participate in OSPP

District performance signals progress

Mandela Barnes Announces Key Community Endorsements

Key Community Leaders and More Progressive Organizations Endorse New Leadership They Can Count On

MPS Creates More Community Schools

New reform comes after school board rejects proposed state OSPP plan by Abele.

“I Am 53206”

Young people from MICAH march for equality in city’s most impoverished and segregated zip code.

Mark Sain unanimously elected President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors

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

MPS Changing How it Handles Charter Schools?

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

Vote Favoring Pulaski & Carmen Partnership Surprises

Harris changes position, school board okays it, opponents question decision.

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.

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

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

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."

Riverside girls track team to cut ribbon on new track Saturday

Set for 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 12 at school; track had not been upgraded since 1977

School Switcheroo?

Maryland Avenue Montessori might swap buildings with Cass Street School. And poor Sweet Water's building is available for lease.