Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Dr. Brenda Cassellius said progress is being made on MPS’s plan to remediate lead hazards in dozens of the district’s older schools. “All of our students, families and employees deserve a safe and healthy school environment,” Dr. Cassellius said. “Delivering on this promise is one of our most important responsibilities. Our … [Read more...] about Progress update on MPS’s lead remediation
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Milwaukee Recreation cuts ribbon at renovated Modrzejewski Playfield
On Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Milwaukee Recreation celebrated the grand reopening of Modrzejewski Playfield alongside community members and local leaders. The completion of Modrzejewski Playfield (1020 W. Cleveland Ave.) marks Milwaukee Recreation’s 11th full-site renovation throughout the city, in addition to a 2020 tot lot renovation at Ohio Playfield. With each renovation, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation cuts ribbon at renovated Modrzejewski Playfield
Nearly 1,500 MPS students apply to college before they start senior year
More than 1,500 High school juniors at Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) have met the June 1, 2025 deadline for applying early to college by using the free, simple M-Cubed Milwaukee Direct Admit form. In less than five minutes, students could apply to Milwaukee Area Technical College, the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee, or both. Students can go to mpsmke.com/directadmit to … [Read more...] about Nearly 1,500 MPS students apply to college before they start senior year
Unified athletes announce pick at 2025 NFL Draft
Washington High School seniors Xavier Goff and Rionne Turner had the experience of a lifetime at the 2025 National Football League (NFL) Draft. Goff, a Special Olympics athlete, and Turner, a Unified Partner, represented Special Olympics North America and Wisconsin’s Unified Sports as they announced the 38th pick in the NFL Draft on Friday, April 25, 2025. After an … [Read more...] about Unified athletes announce pick at 2025 NFL Draft
MPS congratulates 2025 Spelling Bee winners in grades 3–8
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) students in grades 3–8 stepped up to the challenge this April. Spelling Bee finals were held on April 12, 2025 for grades 3–5 and April 19, 2025 for grades 6–8 to find the best spellers in the district. Winners were crowned for each grade level. Each of 41 participating schools held preliminary spelling bees to determine winners at the school … [Read more...] about MPS congratulates 2025 Spelling Bee winners in grades 3–8
Celebrate summer fun at inaugural Family Day of Play
A vibrant family day of fun and excitement awaits! Families are invited to enjoy more than 10 engaging activities including an obstacle course, crafts, games, and more. The day also features delicious food available for purchase, offering something for everyone to enjoy. Be sure to participate in the exciting raffle drawings for a chance to win amazing prizes. As you … [Read more...] about Celebrate summer fun at inaugural Family Day of Play
Adaptive physical education turns MPS students into champions and coaches
Meet student-athletes Joey Goetter and Shevez Johnson. Shevez plays football, basketball, and runs track at North Division High School, home of the Blue Devils. “If I were not an athlete, what would I do?” He thinks about this for a minute—a life without sports. “I would work until I became an athlete. My work ethic is sick.” Joey, a Rufus King International … [Read more...] about Adaptive physical education turns MPS students into champions and coaches
MPS high school juniors: Apply to 11 Wisconsin colleges through one free application
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) high school juniors: Don’t miss your chance to apply to 11 Wisconsin colleges and universities in less than five minutes at no cost through Milwaukee Direct Admit. Apply by May 1, 2025, to begin your journey to start college in Fall 2026. Milwaukee Direct Admit is an initiative of the M3 (pronounced M-Cubed) partnership, a collaboration among … [Read more...] about MPS high school juniors: Apply to 11 Wisconsin colleges through one free application
Black students are still kicked out of school at higher rates despite reforms
By: Annie Ma and Cheyanne Mumphrey Before he was suspended, Zaire Byrd was thriving. He acted in school plays, played on the football team and trained with other athletes. He had never been suspended before — he’d never even received detention. But when Byrd got involved in a fight after school one day, none of that seemed to matter to administrators. Byrd said he was … [Read more...] about Black students are still kicked out of school at higher rates despite reforms
Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School celebrates black cinema
On Thursday, February 27, 2025, Principal Shantee Williams, students, teachers and support staff of Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School held their annual Black History Month event. This year's theme was the "Black History Wax Museum: Celebrating Black Cinema." More than 100 parents, guardians, family and friends attended the special night complete with watching a film and … [Read more...] about Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School celebrates black cinema