Burton was former Milwaukee Times intern Milwaukee Public Schools today released the following statement regarding the passing of Principal Deanna Burton: “It is with great sadness that Milwaukee Public Schools shares that Dr. Deanna Burton, principal at Townsend Street School, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2022. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, … [Read more...] about MPS issues statement on the passing of Townsend Street School principal
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Basketball legend ‘Bo’ Ellis visits I.D.E.A.L. School
At I.D.E.A.L. School on December 16, 2022, students heard messages of how success is earned through hard work. Marquette basketball legend and retired NBA player Maurice "Bo" Ellis shared inspiring stories from college, sports, and life. Ellis stated that he believes in the power of youth and serves as a coach to children on and off the court. While at Marquette University, … [Read more...] about Basketball legend ‘Bo’ Ellis visits I.D.E.A.L. School
Milwaukee Public Schools Spelling Bee kicks off
Milwaukee Public School (MPS) students had the chance to show off their spelling skills this December ahead of the annual district-wide Spelling Bee finals. Four schools—Bryant, Victory, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and Maple Tree – held preliminary rounds to determine winners who will advance to the main event in April 2023. At Maple Tree School, the ability to spell the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools Spelling Bee kicks off
Verizon unveils Innovative Learning Lab at Longfellow School
Milwaukee Public Schools is proud to announce the unveiling of a Verizon Innovative Learning Lab at H. W. Longfellow School, made possible by Verizon through a partnership with Heart of America and the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute at Arizona State University. The new lab will give students and teachers access to emerging technology such as augmented and … [Read more...] about Verizon unveils Innovative Learning Lab at Longfellow School
North Division High School competes in first-ever RoboFest Hackathon
On Thursday, December 8, 2022, North Division Community High School in partnership with Milwaukee Robotics Academy (The Academy) hosted the first annual RoboFest Hackathon. Thirty North Division scholars (grades 9-12) received four hours of engineering design education at Messmer Preparatory School, 3027 N. Fratney St. The mid-day field trip was supported by NDHS Alumni … [Read more...] about North Division High School competes in first-ever RoboFest Hackathon
Save the date for the MPS Kindergarten Enrollment Fair on February 4, 2023
Will your child turn 3, 4, or 5 by September 1, 2023? It’s time to think about kindergarten! Kindergarten Enrollment will begin Saturday, February 4, 2023, and will kick off with an enrollment fair at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., Milwaukee, WI 53206. The fair will help families explore schools, make choices, and enroll students for Fall 2023. All families … [Read more...] about Save the date for the MPS Kindergarten Enrollment Fair on February 4, 2023
Lancaster School receives new coats for every student
Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Khris Middleton, along with representatives from United Healthcare, fired up students at Lancaster School by delivering new coats to every student on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. Hundreds of students received new winter coats, hats, and mittens to keep them warm as they walk to school or wait at bus stops. The gift was made through Middleton’s … [Read more...] about Lancaster School receives new coats for every student
MPS and Milwaukee Health Department will offer vaccines in December
With the flu season approaching, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is partnering with the Milwaukee Health Department to host vaccine clinics at multiple locations. All MPS students, families, and staff are eligible, as well as community members. Appointments are not needed. Interested persons can visit any convenient location listed below. Adults and children can receive … [Read more...] about MPS and Milwaukee Health Department will offer vaccines in December
FedEx delivers coats to students at Longfellow School
On the heels of the snow that arrived in Milwaukee on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, new winter coats were distributed to children at H. W. Longfellow School on Thursday, November 17, just in time for the coldest week of the season. Volunteers from FedEx arrived with dozens of boxes of new coats in all sizes and colors and took time to match students with winter gear. Because … [Read more...] about FedEx delivers coats to students at Longfellow School
Milwaukee-King forward William Whorton will play college basketball next season at South Dakota State
Congratulations to the Rufus King Generals' basketball star William Whorton signed a letter of intent to south Dakota State for a four year basketball scholarship on November 4, 2022. William is 6’9, and averaged 16 points per game for King last season, scoring 20 points or more in eight different games. William also had Division I scholarship offers from Central Michigan, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee-King forward William Whorton will play college basketball next season at South Dakota State