Join us for two exciting events to celebrate language and culture! Milwaukee Public Schools will host two events on Saturday, May 7, 2022, for families and the community. MPS Language Festival The MPS Language Festival will offer informational booths, live performances, and a special ceremony to honor graduating seniors who will receive the Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal … [Read more...] about MPS hosts two events on May 7: Language Festival, Refugee and Immigrant Fair
Two MPS schools receive Green Ribbon School recognition
To mark Earth Day on April 22, 2022, the U.S. Department of Education announced a list of 27 schools across the country to receive recognition for efforts at reducing environmental impact and improving the health of schools. Of the five Wisconsin schools to be honored, two schools are part of Milwaukee Public Schools: A. E. Burdick and Golda Meir. Congratulations to these … [Read more...] about Two MPS schools receive Green Ribbon School recognition
Training community healthcare workers for healthier communities
AHEC celebrating 30 years of being a catalyst for change Milwaukee Area Health Education Center (AHEC) will be celebrating its 30th anniversary with a luncheon on June 23, 2022 at Alverno College from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Tickets are $45 each. “Milwaukee AHEC is one of seven regional Wisconsin Area Health Education Centers in the state with a tradition of being a … [Read more...] about Training community healthcare workers for healthier communities
This Week In Black History
April 28, 1839 – Cinque leads mutiny off the coast of Long Island, NY. April 29, 1899 – Duke Ellington, jazz musician and composer, born. April 30 1952 – Dr. Louis T. Wright honored by American Cancer Society for his contributions to cancer research. May 1, 1867 – First four students enter Howard University. May 2, 1920 – Indianapolis ABCs defeat Chicago Giants in … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Black Excellence Awards 2022 honors front line workers and 12 outstanding students
The 37th Annual Black Excellence Awards Program was held on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel in Brown Deer. Twelve high school seniors were awarded scholarships from the Louvenia Johnson Scholarship Foundation. The students were also presented laptops from Dr. Eve Hall of the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL). Dr. Hall is a former educator with … [Read more...] about Black Excellence Awards 2022 honors front line workers and 12 outstanding students
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 28, 2022
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Making History: Top executive positions in Milwaukee are now all held by African American men
By the time voters in the City of Milwaukee elected Cavalier Johnson as mayor during a special election on April 5, 2022, about half of the 100 largest U.S. cities by population had already elected an African American mayor, according to the U.S. Census Bureau; but the inauguration of Mayor Johnson on April 13, 2022 still represented what Mayor Johnson described as a … [Read more...] about Making History: Top executive positions in Milwaukee are now all held by African American men
Bishop Charles Henry McClelland celebrates elevation to General Board for The Church Of God in Christ
On Thursday, March 24, 2022, the Wisconsin Northwest Jurisdiction celebrated Bishop Charles Henry McClelland's elevation to General Board for The Church Of God in Christ COGIC, which is the largest Pentecostal denomination in the United States. The celebration was held at The Pfister Hotel Grand Crystal Ballroom, 424 East Wisconsin Ave. The keynote speaker was the Presiding … [Read more...] about Bishop Charles Henry McClelland celebrates elevation to General Board for The Church Of God in Christ
Michelle Obama’s brother sues elite Milwaukee school claiming racism
Former President Barack Obama's brother-in-law and sister-in-law have filed a lawsuit against an elite private school in River Hills. Craig Robinson, and his wife Kelly, filed their lawsuit against the University School of Milwaukee (USM). It alleges that the school expelled the couple's two young sons after the Robinsons raised concerns about racial and socio-economic … [Read more...] about Michelle Obama’s brother sues elite Milwaukee school claiming racism
MPS reinstates face mask mandate
Face masks were optional at Milwaukee Public Schools for one full school day. The school district announced Tuesday April 19, 2022, that masks will once again be mandatory for students and staff in all district buildings. The policy took effect Wednesday, April 20, 2022 . In a news release, the district said the decision was made after determining a significant spread … [Read more...] about MPS reinstates face mask mandate