The Milwaukee Vibe Coding Summer Camp 2026 took place on n Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26, 2026. The camp was a free, five-day technology and innovation program held at ThriveOn King and led by Nouvelle Marketing, powered by Base44. The camp brought together 11 students in grades 7 through 12, serving predominantly underserved youth from across the Milwaukee area to explore … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Vibe Coding Summer Camp 2026 Helps Prepare Youth for Future
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Milwaukee Students Connect at GMUL’s “S.T.E.A.M. n2 Careers Summit”
On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosted its "S.T.E.A.M. n2 Careers Summit" at Discovery World in downtown Milwaukee. From hands-on experiments to face-to-face conversations with industry professionals, the Summit delivered a full day of immersive learning opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, agriculture, and mathematics. For many … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Students Connect at GMUL’s “S.T.E.A.M. n2 Careers Summit”
Encore Richard Kluge School: Shule Ya Msingi Ya Waigizaji Wa Sanaa
(Swahili Translated to English: Encore Richard Kluge Elementary School of the Arts Cast Members) Grade 3 teacher Monifa Lacking and Principal Keshum Willingham were excited to share the incredible talents of the students of Richard Kluge Elementary. Kluge Elementary Cast and Staff Production Crew had a seamless production of, “The Lion King Kids.” The singing and acting by … [Read more...] about Encore Richard Kluge School: Shule Ya Msingi Ya Waigizaji Wa Sanaa
MATC Hosts 2026 Spring Commencement, Honors Outstanding Achievers and Vets
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) hosted its 2026 spring commencement ceremony at Fiserv Forum. The commencement speaker for this year's ceremony was Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan President and CEO Héctor Colón. The spring 2026 graduating class had more than 1,800 students eligible for degrees, diploma and … [Read more...] about MATC Hosts 2026 Spring Commencement, Honors Outstanding Achievers and Vets
Gee’s Clippers Hosts Special Showing of PBS Documentary, ‘A Fuller Education’
On Friday, February 20, 2026, A special viewing of the PBS documentary "A Fuller Education." The documentary chronicles the life and influence of Howard Fuller, the former Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent and voucher school champion whose decades of advocacy have shaped the city's education system. The special screening was held at Gee's Clippers, 2200 N. MLK Dr. The … [Read more...] about Gee’s Clippers Hosts Special Showing of PBS Documentary, ‘A Fuller Education’
MPS Celebrates Black History Month 2026
MPS) is celebrating Black History Month! Throughout February, MPS students will take part in projects and performances centered on the contributions of Black Americans. Join us for activities during the Black Lives Matter Week of Action, February 2–6, 2026. Black History Month is coming alive in Milwaukee Public Schools. Students and staff across the district are honoring … [Read more...] about MPS Celebrates Black History Month 2026
MPS Faces Tough Decisions in 2026–27 Budget
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has begun planning for the 2026–27 budget, a process that comes amid significant financial challenges for the district with tough decisions ahead. While no proposals or recommendations have been made, district leaders are closely reviewing spending, advocating for increased state funding, and preparing to engage staff, families and the community … [Read more...] about MPS Faces Tough Decisions in 2026–27 Budget
MPS Receives Final $8 million Withheld By State As It Submits 2024-25 Audit
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius and Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly have announced a major milestone in MPS’s work to correct financial and operational issues impacting the district. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has released to MPS $8 million in previously withheld state funding, the … [Read more...] about MPS Receives Final $8 million Withheld By State As It Submits 2024-25 Audit
Historically Black Colleges & Universities Week Celebrated at NOVA High School
On Friday, November 14, 2025, in celebration of Historically Black College and Universities (HBCU) Week, Northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy (NOVA) High School invited prominent members of the Divine 9 organizations to speak to NOVA students in grades 9th - 12th, at the school located at 2320 W. Burleigh St. As part of the program, members of the Divine 9 community … [Read more...] about Historically Black Colleges & Universities Week Celebrated at NOVA High School
Seven-year, $23-million Federal Grant Will Help Prepare More MPS Students for College
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Brenda Cassellius has announced MPS is receiving a seven-year, $23 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The grant is intended to help more underserved students prepare for—and succeed at—college. The grant, called Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP), will distribute … [Read more...] about Seven-year, $23-million Federal Grant Will Help Prepare More MPS Students for College