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March 4th, 2026

Education

Head Start students can access learning at home in July

To help our youngest students continue learning, the MPS Head Start program is now offering summer activities available at home. For the month of July, families can help their children learn through Google Classroom. Children ages 3 and 4 who were enrolled in Head Start in spring will have access. The program is available July 6 to 31, 2020. When families sign in, they will … [Read more...] about Head Start students can access learning at home in July

MPS discusses reopening plan, includes 3 possible scenarios

Milwaukee Public Schools is discussing reopening plans for students come fall. The district released three potential scenarios on Thursday, June 25, 2020. These options come days after the department of public instruction released its report earlier of templates schools could follow. But ultimately - the district has to decide what is best for them. Many concerns were … [Read more...] about MPS discusses reopening plan, includes 3 possible scenarios

Mobile Recreation program opens Monday, July 6

Milwaukee Recreation is rolling out a new drop-in mobile recreation program beginning Monday, July 6, 2020. Mobile recreation vehicles will be visiting playfield sites throughout the city for 20-30 minutes at a time, providing structured play opportunities and exercise components. Children will have the chance to take home the equipment they personally use during these … [Read more...] about Mobile Recreation program opens Monday, July 6

Rufus King seniors earn full rides to Notre Dame, including QuestBridge match

Congratulations to Rufus King International School seniors Jordan Anderson, who will attend the University of Notre Dame as a Quest- Bridge scholar, and David Akinsanya, also heading for Notre Dame on a full-ride scholarship. Both recently celebrated their graduations from King and are beginning to prepare for their first college semester. Rufus King grads Jordan and David … [Read more...] about Rufus King seniors earn full rides to Notre Dame, including QuestBridge match

MPS honors graduates with a week-long celebration

Graduation is always an exciting time in Milwaukee Public Schools! This year, MPS will recognize seniors with a weeklong celebration of virtual graduation ceremonies. Graduates and their families will be able to watch their school’s class president, valedictorian, salutatorian, commencement speakers, and principal, and view photos of their classmates during the full-length … [Read more...] about MPS honors graduates with a week-long celebration

MPS Summer Academy goes online for June and July

Summer provides a critical learning window for many MPS students. To support credit recovery and other learning needs, Summer Academy will take place through an online platform this year. High schoolers and current 8th-graders on the early start calendar as well as students in Extended School Year can attend one or both sessions. Grades K5–7 can attend July Session. Both … [Read more...] about MPS Summer Academy goes online for June and July

M³ Honors MPS Seniors Graduating with Early College Credit

The latest class of Milwaukee Public Schools high school seniors to complete the M³ early college program was honored with a virtual ceremony, capping a year of growth for the trailblazing partnership involving Milwaukee’s three largest public education institutions. M³ (pronounced M-Cubed) is a joint initiative among the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee Area … [Read more...] about M³ Honors MPS Seniors Graduating with Early College Credit

Reagan and North Division recognized for excellence in NAF program

Congratulations to Ronald Wilson Reagan College Preparatory High School for earning Distinguished Level and to North Division High School for earning Model Level from the NAF Education Network. Both schools submitted extensive program records and hosted site visits with National Academy Foundation (NAF) leadership and experts to earn these distinctions. The NAF program promotes … [Read more...] about Reagan and North Division recognized for excellence in NAF program

Chromebook support helps students access online learning

Distribution of Chromebooks to MPS families is underway, with many students already receiving technology to continue learning at home. The district is offering support to families to help students use their Chromebooks and access the Internet. Families who have not yet received a Chromebook should contact their child’s principal. An appointment will be set for a pick-up time … [Read more...] about Chromebook support helps students access online learning