Mark Sain is a Director on the Milwaukee Board of School Directors.
Official Biography
Mark is a lifelong resident of Milwaukee who graduated from Washington High School. Mark and his wife, Charlotte, are the proud parents of four adult daughters and the proud grandparents of three grandsons. The eldest grandson is attending Gwen T. Jackson School in MPS.
Mark became a Firefighter in 1980 and retired after a stellar career in 2008. He held multiple positions, from Firefighter up to Assistant Chief. As the Assistant Chief, he provided leadership to the 1,100 members of the Milwaukee Fire Department. Mark managed an annual budget of $92 million and was responsible for supervising six bureaus — Administration, Communications, Training, Emergency Medical Services/Special Operations, Equipment Repair/Maintenance, and Firefighting.
Mark has continued being an active member of the community. He has worked with the Helen Bader Foundation’s Homework First Program at Phillis Wheatley School. He has tutored MPS high-school students in reading comprehension. He sits on the Advisory Committees of the Blood Center of Southeast Wisconsin’s Community Blood Donation Drive Campaign and Make A Difference of Milwaukee. He has worked with Marquette University’s Mediation Program.
Mark is committed to the education of the students of MPS. With the help of parents, teachers, students, and the Milwaukee community, he feels we can make it happen.
Term expires: April 2015
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Council Committee Endorses 2% Sales Tax
And blasts state policy restrictions while insisting tax is far from a 'Milwaukee bailout.'
Jun 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
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
Sep 28th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Sequanna Taylor Announces Candidacy for MPS Board of School Directors
Elected Official, MPS Parent, and Educational Assistant Will Put the Students First
Aug 29th, 2018 by Sup. Sequanna Taylor
Milwaukee Board of School Directors Selects Interim Superintendent
Veteran educator Dr. Keith P. Posley to lead district
Apr 13th, 2018 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
Chef Michael Feker Comes to School
Il Mito and 2Mesa owner helps Auer Avenue School with its hot breakfasts.
Mar 27th, 2018 by Mark Lisowski
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
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
MPS School Uniform Policy Faces Criticism
Won’t achieve its goals, critics say. Parents divided, survey found.
Mar 8th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Do “No Excuses” Charter Schools Work?
The data is encouraging. So why are some MPS leaders resistant?
Nov 11th, 2016 by Bruce Thompson
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
Milwaukee Public Schools No Longer Required to Participate in OSPP
District performance signals progress
Oct 12th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
MPS Creates More Community Schools
New reform comes after school board rejects proposed state OSPP plan by Abele.
Jun 29th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
“I Am 53206”
Young people from MICAH march for equality in city’s most impoverished and segregated zip code.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Update regarding Opportunity Schools and Partnership Plan (OSPP)
No decision was reached today.
Jun 23rd, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
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
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
Mark Sain unanimously elected President, Milwaukee Board of School Directors
Larry Miller unanimously re-elected Vice President, committee assignments announced
Apr 27th, 2016 by Milwaukee Public Schools
How Will Demond Means Change MPS?
New "Recovery District" leader says tough decisions, more dollars needed.
Feb 16th, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
Additional Milwaukee Leaders Endorse Johnny Thomas for City Comptroller
“Johnny Thomas is a leader the people of Milwaukee need,” said Senator Lena Taylor.
Jan 12th, 2016 by Johnny Thomas
MPS Changing How it Handles Charter Schools?
Superintendent Driver and some school board members want to clarify process.
Nov 22nd, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
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
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
School Board Members Up for Re-election
But only Jeff Spence and Board President Michael Bonds face opponents in spring election.
Jan 19th, 2015 by Molly Rippinger
Photos: Manhattan Project scientist among 11 Washington alums set to join Hall of Fame
Photo gallery link below; new inductees include NFL player, entertainers, researchers, educators and the financial adviser whose story inspired the film "The Pursuit of Happyness"
Oct 17th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Manhattan Project scientist among 11 Washington alums set to join Hall of Fame
Other new inductees include NFL player, entertainers, researchers, educators and the financial adviser whose story inspired the film "The Pursuit of Happyness"
Oct 17th, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Schools
Brostoff Releases Position Paper on the Future of Education in Wisconsin
Brostoff is endorsed by more school board members than any in the race
Jun 12th, 2014 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
TeamUp Centers Send More Kids to College
Two MPS-run community centers helped more than 3,500 city students prepare for college.
Jul 30th, 2013 by Maggie Quick
Milwaukee Public Schools Promotes Fire Safety Awareness
Survive Alive House will host fire safety kick-off and 20th anniversary celebration on October 8.
Oct 8th, 2012 by Press Release
