Family engagement is critical to the success of students. When parents understand what their children are learning and how to reinforce lessons at home, students are more likely to thrive and achieve. To support family involvement, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has created a number of resources including grade-level Parent Guides to reading, writing, and math; A Parent’s … [Read more...] about Resources guide families through student learning
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MPS partners to increase healthy food options for students
Serving breakfast and lunch to nearly 76,000 students every school day is a big task, and selecting healthy foods that children enjoy can be a challenge, but this work is about to get a little easier. Through a partnership with the Life Time Foundation, the Milwaukee Public Schools Department of Nutrition Services will evaluate foods and look for substitutions to eliminate … [Read more...] about MPS partners to increase healthy food options for students
Students explore options at MPS Health Career Expo
Is dentistry a health career? This question and many others were asked on October 17, 2019, at the MPS Health Career Expo hosted at North Division High School. Nearly 500 students had the chance to speak to nurses, emergency personnel, laboratory workers, dental professionals, and more to learn about the wide variety of health care careers available. Seventh- and eighth-grade … [Read more...] about Students explore options at MPS Health Career Expo
Task force of local leaders convenes to identify needs and propose solutions
To support the education and future of every child in Milwaukee, 32 local business, education, nonprofit, and civic leaders have agreed to serve on a task force designed to identify solutions leading to higher achievement for Milwaukee students. Task force members are invested leaders with deep connections to children and youth. The task force will be co-chaired by Peter … [Read more...] about Task force of local leaders convenes to identify needs and propose solutions
Edwina Matthews is honored by Positively Milwaukee for 52 years of service
Retirement wasn’t going to slow Edwina Matthews down. After 37 years as a teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools, Matthews immediately turned to volunteering at Samuel Clemens School to help children build their reading skills. Fifteen years later, she still volunteers 14 hours each week with fourth graders so every student can succeed in school and have a bright … [Read more...] about Edwina Matthews is honored by Positively Milwaukee for 52 years of service
FAFSA: Mom describes this crucial step on the path to college
As the cost of college continues to rise and families worry about how to pay the tuition bill, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is one of the most important steps on the path to college. By filling out the FAFSA, families receive a report of all federal money available to help finance the cost of higher education. Free money in the form of grants plus … [Read more...] about FAFSA: Mom describes this crucial step on the path to college
Join our team! Attend the MPS Job Fair or apply online
With 159 public schools across the city of Milwaukee, many employees are continually needed to keep our schools running smoothly. Join our team! The MPS Job Fair will be Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Washington High School. The district currently has a high need for kitchen managers, school paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, and building … [Read more...] about Join our team! Attend the MPS Job Fair or apply online
MPS celebrates National School Lunch Week
Students at Allen-Field and Fratney schools received a surprise lunch companion on October 17. MPS Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley stopped in to enjoy chicken, gravy, and mashed potatoes alongside students in celebration of School Lunch Week. Posley took part in a lively discussion about favorite foods and lunch items. Every student in MPS receives free breakfast and … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates National School Lunch Week
Advancing the community with the M3 education partnership
By Mark Mone Chancellor, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee It’s important to have partners in life, whether personal, at work, in sports or the arts. A significant partnership involving the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee that’s dedicated to improving our community’s future through education is earning national recognition and showing promising results. These … [Read more...] about Advancing the community with the M3 education partnership
Apply for FAFSA—get money for college!
High school seniors should begin the process of applying for financial aid for college now. The first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application determines eligibility for grants and loans, and is used by colleges across the country to develop each student’s financial aid package. During October, MPS high schools are promoting … [Read more...] about Apply for FAFSA—get money for college!