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August 24th, 2026

Education

Register now for virtual learning in Fall 2022

This fall, MPS will again offer a full-time, dedicated virtual program for children whose families prefer virtual learning. The Milwaukee Public Schools Virtual Program (MVP) is available for students in K5 to grade 12. MVP carries the same accreditation and accountability required for in-person schools by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. MVP provides a more … [Read more...] about Register now for virtual learning in Fall 2022

Community joins Milwaukee Recreation at Burnham Playfield ribbon-cutting ceremony

Local leaders, community partners, and neighbors from around the city joined Milwaukee Recreation at the department's grand reopening of Burnham Playfield on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Burnham Playfield (1755 S. 32nd St.), located on the south side of Milwaukee, is a central gathering place in the Burnham Park neighborhood. Milwaukee Recreation is in the midst of renovating … [Read more...] about Community joins Milwaukee Recreation at Burnham Playfield ribbon-cutting ceremony

Join our team–MPS is hiring teachers and school staff for Fall 2022

Become part of the Milwaukee Public Schools family! MPS is hiring for Fall 2022. Do you want to make a difference for Milwaukee students by providing an exceptional education or supporting schools? MPS is seeking motivated teachers, paraprofessionals to support teachers, building operations and maintenance staff, and kitchen and cafeteria staff. MPS will host hiring events … [Read more...] about Join our team–MPS is hiring teachers and school staff for Fall 2022

MPS Senior Send-off helps students take next steps

Milwaukee Public Schools hosted its annual Senior Send-off on Friday, June 17, at Rufus King International High School. The event helps students celebrate the end of high school and the start of new adventures in college and career. Class of 2022 graduates attended to enjoy food, music, games, and great prizes for a dorm room or apartment. A number of graduates were … [Read more...] about MPS Senior Send-off helps students take next steps

Group wants Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent fired

There are calls for the superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools to be fired. A group of demonstrators protested Tuesday, June 7, 2022, outside MPS headquarters. They want Superintendent Dr. Keith Posley fired. They also want a number of board members replaced. The group, Community Takeover of Milwaukee Public Schools, said this all started in January 2021 when the … [Read more...] about Group wants Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent fired

MPS celebrates Graduation Week 2022

Congratulations, Milwaukee Public Schools graduates! This week marks in-person graduation ceremonies for all MPS high schools. We are especially proud of our students this year after bouncing back from the pandemic, re-engaging in learning, and developing ways to study, learn, and be successful. Graduations are taking place May 31 to June 3, 2022, at Obama SCTE High School … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates Graduation Week 2022

MPS celebrates valedictorians and salutatorians

Congratulations to all MPS valedictorians and salutatorians! As we celebrate graduation, MPS wants to recognize its highest-achieving students. We are especially proud of the young women and men who have excelled and attained the highest grades in their class. Please join us in congratulating all our valedictorians and salutatorians! MPS Class of 2022 Valedictorians and … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates valedictorians and salutatorians

MPS hosts College Decision Days to celebrate graduates

As graduations draw near, MPS high school seniors are sharing their plans to attend college or technical school, enter military service, earn certificates, and embark on apprenticeships. To celebrate students’ plans, 24 MPS high schools hosted College Decision Day events from May 2–10, 2022. Each school planned an individual ceremony, with some events in person and some … [Read more...] about MPS hosts College Decision Days to celebrate graduates

MPS hosts 49th Biennial Music Festival

Last week, hundreds of MPS students from more than 70 schools across the district assembled at the UWM Panther Arena and filled it with music! Children in grades 1 through 12 performed in orchestras, bands, and choirs as proud parents and visitors took in their beautiful music on May 4 and 5, 2022. The festival has been held every other year since 1924, with this year … [Read more...] about MPS hosts 49th Biennial Music Festival