The Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation (OWCF) announced on Monday, July 13, 2020, a $3-million donation to South LA Forward, a newly created coalition of three Los Angeles based grassroot organizations - SoLa I Can Foundation, SEE-LA, and the Watts Healthcare Corporation. This OWCF donation is in addition to the previously announced $12-million donation to COVID-19 related … [Read more...] about Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation commits additional $3-million in COVID-19 relief support to ‘South LA Forward’ collaboration
Declaration of Independence (Week 2)
“A time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away.” - Ecclesiastes 3:6 Did you know on July 8, 1776, the first public readings of the Declaration were held in Philadelphia’s Independence Square to the ringing of bells and band music? A year later, on July 4, 1777, Philadelphia marked Independence Day by adjourning Congress and celebrating with … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence (Week 2)
Looking for child care near you?
Looking for child care options near you this summer? Milwaukee Recreation has openings at sites across the city. Milwaukee Recreation has select availability remaining in our Child Care Camps, Community Learning Centers (CLCs), and Safe Places. These programs - offered in nearly 50 locations around Milwaukee - safely provide academic support, enrichment, and recreation to … [Read more...] about Looking for child care near you?
Head Start students can access learning at home in July
To help our youngest students continue learning, the MPS Head Start program is now offering summer activities available at home. For the month of July, families can help their children learn through Google Classroom. Children ages 3 and 4 who were enrolled in Head Start in spring will have access. The program is available July 6 to 31, 2020. When families sign in, they will … [Read more...] about Head Start students can access learning at home in July
“Second wave” of coronavirus: what is it and how long will it last?
As Americans continue to try and manage life while fighting off the coronavirus, one question is on a lot of people’s minds: Are we already seeing, or will we eventually see, a second wave of the virus? Most public health experts have said they anticipate a big uptick to happen this fall and winter. The White House has admitted it’s preparing for the possibility. However, … [Read more...] about “Second wave” of coronavirus: what is it and how long will it last?
Batwoman: The CW casts Javicia Leslie as new series lead for season 2
The CW has found its new Batwoman. Actress Javicia Leslie (God Friended Me) will take over the lead role in Batwoman Season 2. As previously reported, The CW isn't recasting the Kate Kane role following Ruby Rose's abrupt departure from Batwoman. Instead, Leslie has been cast as a new character named Ryan Wilder. Here's The CW's official description for Ryan … [Read more...] about Batwoman: The CW casts Javicia Leslie as new series lead for season 2
Want to spend your senior years at home? Here’s how to do it
Don't let anyone tell you that moving to a retirement home is mandatory. For 30 Years, Pat Weis has called the Bay Indies community in Venice, Florida, home. It’s where she lived with her husband until his death three years ago and where she currently resides with a friend. Now 80, Weis has no plans to leave her house anytime soon. “I’ve been here 30 years and enjoyed every … [Read more...] about Want to spend your senior years at home? Here’s how to do it
MHS alum and Harvard grad Miles Weddle creates Stand in Solidarity Fund
By Genna Batson Ever since George Floyd was murdered by a police officer on May 25, 2020 there has been a global outpouring of support for the Black Lives Matter movement, and ongoing protests against police brutality. There has also been a widespread disruption of content across Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Instead of sharing selfies and food pictures, much of … [Read more...] about MHS alum and Harvard grad Miles Weddle creates Stand in Solidarity Fund
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 16, 2020
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National school choice advocate Howard Fuller to retire from Marquette
Howard Fuller, former superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools and nationally known advocate for school choice, is retiring after decades at Marquette University, where he served as a distinguished professor of education and founder and director of its Institute for the Transformation of Learning. The university announced his decision in a statement Friday, June 19, 2020 … [Read more...] about National school choice advocate Howard Fuller to retire from Marquette