On Tuesday, April 2, 2019, Milwaukeeans from throughout the county went to the polls to vote. This election focused on the Milwaukee Public School's School Board seats and court justices for Wisconsin courts. While this was not a major race to decide the governor or even president, the results of Tuesday elections will shape the future of education in Milwaukee and the next … [Read more...] about 2019 Spring election results: Women make strives in area elections
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosts University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Vesper Choir
On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Alumni - Milwaukee, along with Epsilon Kappa Omega Milwaukee Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosted a concert by the universities' renowned Vesper Choir at North Division (ND) High School, 1011 West Center St., for students, their families and ND Alumni. During the concert students had the … [Read more...] about Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosts University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Vesper Choir
Students volunteer to help build house so local family can finally have a home
On Thursday, March 14, 2019, local students from a variety of Milwaukee Public Schools volunteered to help build a house through Habitat for Humanity. The experience not only provided the students the opportunity to learn a new skill and have an amazing experience for their college and work resumes; but they also provided a chance for a local family to complete their dream of … [Read more...] about Students volunteer to help build house so local family can finally have a home
Martin Luther King, Jr.: 51 years later, his battles live on
By Rachel L. Swarns Martin Luther King Jr. remains frozen in time for many Americans. Seared into our consciousness is the man who battled Southern segregation. We see him standing before hundreds of thousands of followers in the nation’s capital in 1963, proclaiming his dream for racial harmony. We see him marching, arms locked with fellow protesters, through the … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King, Jr.: 51 years later, his battles live on
What happened to the swag
Being Frank By: Frank James Special to the Milwaukee Times The sharpest dressed people on the planet. The trendsetters when it came to fashion. The people who wore clothes and made others wish they could make the clothes look so good. The people who took overalls and made them look like Sunday service worship clothes. All of the previous fashion statements were once … [Read more...] about What happened to the swag
Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 1)
The Counseling Corner By Rev. Judith T. Lester, B.Min. M.Th “But God demonstrates His love for us by the fact that the Messiah died for us while we were still sinners.” - Romans 5:8 April 21, 2019 is Resurrection Sunday (Easter). During this final month of Lent, let’s take a journey together in prayer through a series of meditations as we self-examine ourselves and … [Read more...] about Meditations for the Easter Season (Week 1)
MPS students attend Career Day at ManpowerGroup world headquarters
On Thursday, March 20. 2019, hundreds of MPS students from 16 schools stepped off yellow school buses and took note of the flags of 20 countries from around the world as they crossed the plaza to ManpowerGroup World Headquarters for MPS Dream Big Career Day. School counselors organized the event to inspire students to explore careers and visualize themselves in the careers of … [Read more...] about MPS students attend Career Day at ManpowerGroup world headquarters
Summer Academy boosts all students—sign up now!
Students who read and learn in the summer start stronger in the fall. Summer Academy is for everyone! MPS offers art, music, field trips, science, and more through summer programs. All students living in the city of Milwaukee are eligible. This summer, MPS will offer two sessions for learning: June Session from June 3 to 28, and July Session from July 1 to 26. Students can … [Read more...] about Summer Academy boosts all students—sign up now!
MPS Requesting BIDs for North Parking Lot Replacement at Casimir Pulaski High School
Position Open: Investigator at Disability Rights Wisconsin
Investigator DRW is hiring an investigator to work in its Social Security Representative Payee Program. Investigators in this program are responsible for conducting onsite reviews of both organizational and individual representative payees selected by the Social Security Administration to verify that representative payees are using the benefits properly on behalf of the … [Read more...] about Position Open: Investigator at Disability Rights Wisconsin