Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is celebrating more than 100 students who have earned national NAFTrack Certification! Students were honored at an event on April 25, 2023, at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) to recognize their hard work and commitment. Through the NAF (National Academy Foundation) program, students select an academy offered at their school and take … [Read more...] about More than 100 MPS students earn NAFTrack Certification
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MATC graduates more than 1,300 students at 2023 spring commencement
On Sunday, May 21, 2023, Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) hosted its 2023 Spring Commencement at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. More than 1,300 students received associate degrees, technical diplomas, apprenticeship and adult high school diplomas. In addition, 26 candidates for graduation who have served in the U.S. military received red, white and blue cords from the … [Read more...] about MATC graduates more than 1,300 students at 2023 spring commencement
Milwaukee Recreation honors young creatives and teaching artists
On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, Milwaukee Recreation hosted the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities Showcase at historic Turner Hall, celebrating the incredible work of our young people and community arts partners from throughout the 2022- 23 year. Milwaukee Recreation also recognized the finalists and honorees for two awards: the Outstanding Young Creative of the Year and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation honors young creatives and teaching artists
Alverno College to hold its 167th commencement on May 20
Alverno College to hold its 167th commencement on May 20, 2023 as 177 bachelor’s and associate degrees, 120 master’s degrees, 11 educational specialist degrees and 14 doctoral degrees will be awarded in the Pitman Theatre. The undergraduate ceremony will take place at 11 a.m., and the graduate ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. Commencement activities for undergraduates … [Read more...] about Alverno College to hold its 167th commencement on May 20
First M³ College Connections students are becoming UWM graduates
Kayla Jackson is graduating from University Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) in May 2023 with a bachelor’s degree and a double major in psychology and neuroscience on the pre-med track. Jackson is one of the first UWM graduates who benefited from the M³ College Connections program, a partnership involving UWM, Milwaukee Area Technical College and the Milwaukee Public Schools. … [Read more...] about First M³ College Connections students are becoming UWM graduates
Notice Of Public Hearing on Proposed MPS Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
MILWAUKEE BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS OFFICIAL NOTICE Of Public Hearing on Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the provisions of Section 119.16(8)(a) of the Wisconsin Statutes, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors will give public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 budgets on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 5:30 P.M. in the … [Read more...] about Notice Of Public Hearing on Proposed MPS Budget for Fiscal Year 2024
Milwaukee Public Schools proposed budget shows $19.1-million increase in school funding
Superintendent Posley is also proposing restoring revenue to the Construction Fund, to allow the district to continue to invest in school facilities. Milwaukee Public School (MPS) Superintendent Keith Posley has released the proposed budget for 2023-24, saying the focus remains on students and classrooms. The budget, according to the district, is nearly $1.5-billion; 94 … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools proposed budget shows $19.1-million increase in school funding
Milwaukee Recreation honored for work with playfield renovations
Last month, Milwaukee Recreation was honored by the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (WiASLA) for work associated with its Dream Build Play initiative, which is transforming Milwaukee’s outdoor recreation landscape. The Merit Award recognized Milwaukee Recreation’s Equity Prioritization plan, while the Burnham Playfield renovation and Green Bay … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation honored for work with playfield renovations
Signed, sealed, delivered: High school seniors celebrate committing to MATC
Kurie Szukalski started swinging a hammer in middle school after watching her older brother work in the trades. She fell in love with carpentry and plans to build her own house someday. As a high school senior, Khalil Brown already works gigs as a disc jockey and photographer. He wants to work in radio, following in the soundwaves of his father, Reggie Brown, a popular … [Read more...] about Signed, sealed, delivered: High school seniors celebrate committing to MATC
Summer activities with Milwaukee Recreation
Milwaukee Recreation provides fun and affordable activities for all ages and abilities. This season, join us for a variety of programs at locations throughout the city! Visit https://mps.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/MPS-Recreation/Resources/FullGuide.pdf to view the Summer 2023 Recreation Guide. Participants are encouraged to register for our wide range of programs, including … [Read more...] about Summer activities with Milwaukee Recreation