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
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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
UWM Welcomes New Chancellor, Dr. Thomas Gibson
On Thursday, November 13, 2025, a gathering of community leaders came together for a private welcome reception for the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee's (UWM) new Chancellor, Dr. Thomas "Tom" Gibson and his family at UWM's Golda Meir Library. Hosted by UWM Regents Dr. Joan Prince and Angela Adams, the gathering was a personal welcome to the greater Milwaukee area to the new … [Read more...] about UWM Welcomes New Chancellor, Dr. Thomas Gibson
UNCF Empower Me Tour Continues in Milwaukee, WI on Nov. 13 with College Readiness Conference, Offering Scholarships and On-Site College Admissions
Event seeking and supporting high school students; Wells Fargo is founding sponsor For graduating high school students seeking college advice, UNCF provides students assistance connecting the dots post-graduation. This year’s Empower Me Tour (EMT) is continuing to Milwaukee, WI and is expected to be bigger and better than ever with over 500 graduating seniors expected … [Read more...] about UNCF Empower Me Tour Continues in Milwaukee, WI on Nov. 13 with College Readiness Conference, Offering Scholarships and On-Site College Admissions
Share your thoughts about MPS at the Superintendent’s Listen and Learn virtual session Oct. 1
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) wants to hear from the Milwaukee community! Join MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius to share your thoughts and ideas about the future of MPS in a virtual forum on Wednesday, October 1. The session will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will take place on Zoom. Register at … [Read more...] about Share your thoughts about MPS at the Superintendent’s Listen and Learn virtual session Oct. 1
Pre-1950 MPS elementary school buildings are cleared of lead risks
After months of intensive work, all 50 Milwaukee Public School (MPS) schools built before 1950 that serve elementary students were cleared of lead risks, Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius announced Friday, September 5, 2025. “We are committed to providing safe and welcoming schools to the community. Successfully addressing lead paint issues is a … [Read more...] about Pre-1950 MPS elementary school buildings are cleared of lead risks
Progress update on MPS’s lead remediation
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
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