On Monday, January 18, 2021, The "20th Annual Kingfest" celebration honored the 92nd Birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As part of the Kingfest celebration a writing contest was held. The contest was open to African American young men and women who are currently in the 12th grade (public or private school) and reside in the city of Milwaukee. The question for this … [Read more...] about Local students awarded scholarships at 2021 annual Kingfest event
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UW-Parkside Dr. James Kinchen receives the Morris D. Hayes Award from the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association
UW-Parkside Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities, Dr. James Kinchen, received the prestigious Morris D. Hayes Award from the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association (WCDA)for his exceptional contribution to choral art. The WCDA board celebrated the honor with Dr. Kinchen January 16. “I am honored beyond words to have been chosen for this coveted award,” Dr. … [Read more...] about UW-Parkside Dr. James Kinchen receives the Morris D. Hayes Award from the Wisconsin Choral Directors Association
Five ways to help keep children learning during the COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has upended family life around the world. School closures, working remotely, physical distancing — it’s a lot for parents to navigate. Robert Jenkins, UNICEF’s Global Chief of Education, offers five tips to help keep children’s education on track while they’re staying home. 1. Plan a routine together Try to establish a routine … [Read more...] about Five ways to help keep children learning during the COVID-19 pandemic
UWM commits to ending equity gap in higher education
By Genaro C. Armas UWM is joining the Moon Shot for Equity, a national initiative with the goal of eliminating equity gaps in higher education by 2030. The announcement was made in late October. The Moon Shot for Equity is a public-private partnership with education firm EAB, which is dedicated to ensuring students of color graduate at the same rate as white students. … [Read more...] about UWM commits to ending equity gap in higher education
Milwaukee Public Schools adds hours to Stop, Grab & Go
Three current school sites will be used for additional times for meal distribution Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is adding hours for students and families to pick up meals at Stop, Grab & Go locations. Currently, meals are available on school days from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Starting Friday, October 23, 2020, students and community members 18 years old and under will … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools adds hours to Stop, Grab & Go
UWM Chancellor’s special message to the community
By Mark Mone Chancellor, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee We prepare. We partner. We produce. This has held true throughout UWM’s history and it certainly won’t change now, because this is exactly what Wisconsin needs. The headwinds of 2020 are testing us all, and like you, UWM is braving them through nimble adjustments and resilience. Challenging times require … [Read more...] about UWM Chancellor’s special message to the community
#StayReadyMPS campaign keeps student-athletes engaged during fall sports postponement
This fall, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Athletics wanted to find a way to reach student-athletes while navigating a virtual start to the school year and a postponed athletics season. The newly launched #StayReadyMPS Virtual Engagement Campaign is expected to do just that. Starting Monday, Sept. 21, 2020, the MPS Athletics team will engage student-athletes through online … [Read more...] about #StayReadyMPS campaign keeps student-athletes engaged during fall sports postponement
MPS Head Start invites children ages 3 and 4
If your child is 3 or 4 years old, it’s time for their learning journey to begin. Children who attend preschool, Head Start, or an early learning program are more prepared for kindergarten and are more successful in school. Help your child succeed— register for MPS Head Start now. Head Start is a free program that helps children develop early reading and math skills. … [Read more...] about MPS Head Start invites children ages 3 and 4
We’re open! Visit your nearest Twilight Center this fall
MPS and Milwaukee Recreation know how integral our Twilight Centers are to providing safe spaces for our young people. This fall, we invite young people to visit our seven Twilight Centers around the city on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings. Twilight Centers offer opportunities for young people to safely spend time with friends through open gym shoot around (one player … [Read more...] about We’re open! Visit your nearest Twilight Center this fall
MPS offers support systems during virtual learning
The new virtual school year has begun, and MPS has supports for students and families who are embarking on online learning. Find the help you need for a successful school year! Answers to many questions can be found on the MPS website or the MPS School Reopening website. For questions about your child’s progress, grades, homework, and classroom procedures, contact your … [Read more...] about MPS offers support systems during virtual learning