South Division High School welcomed former Milwaukee Bucks player and NBA legend Kareem Abdul- Jabbar on February 28, 2020. Students took part in activities that included a roundtable discussion with Jabbar in celebration of Black History Month. A six-time NBA Champion, NBA All-Star, and one of the greatest players in NBA history, Jabbar has proven that he is more than just … [Read more...] about Kareem Abdul-Jabbar celebrates Black History Month with MPS students
Education
Help develop a road map for better bus service at MPS listening sessions
Each day, about 71 percent of MPS’s 76,000 students— about 54,000 riders—take a yellow bus to arrive at school safely and on time. With an ongoing goal to improve the quality of transportation while reducing costs, MPS will host six listening sessions to gather solutions from families and the community. Transportation accounts for $65 million of the district’s $1.2 billion … [Read more...] about Help develop a road map for better bus service at MPS listening sessions
School social workers light the way for students
In a school district of nearly 76,000 students, how does Milwaukee Public Schools ensure that the needs of every child are being met? That important effort belongs to school social workers. Help celebrate National School Social Work Week and show appreciation for the highly skilled men and women who make our students’ lives better every day. Thank you, school social … [Read more...] about School social workers light the way for students
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School presents 25th Annual African American Male and Female Teach-In
On Friday, February 21, 2020, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School hosted their annual celebration of "25+ Years of African American Male and Female Teach-In," at the school, 3256 N. 3rd Street. This year's program was called,"It Still Takes a Village," and spoke to the need of the Milwaukee community and this nation to begin nurturing a generation of youth to be prepared for … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School presents 25th Annual African American Male and Female Teach-In
‘Disney’s The Lion King’ cast members to host wellness workshop for MPS students
On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Sean Aaron Carmon (right photo, right), cast member from "Disney's The Lion King" visited Milwaukee Public Schools' Engleburg Public School, 5100 N. 91st Street. The visit was part of "The Lion King's Get Up and Go Workshop," which promotes fun ways that kids can lead healthier lifestyles though dance, inspired by the show's Tony Award-winning … [Read more...] about ‘Disney’s The Lion King’ cast members to host wellness workshop for MPS students
UWM coach Pat Baldwin writes about the process of overcoming adversity
By Pat Baldwin Men’s basketball coach University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee One of the more popular catchphrases in sports today – you hear it all the time from coaches and athletes – is “trust the process.” As in, “We’ve just got to trust the process and we’ll get through this adversity,” or “I’m trusting the process and seeing improvement.” What does it mean, exactly, … [Read more...] about UWM coach Pat Baldwin writes about the process of overcoming adversity
MPS students showcase Black Lives Matter projects
February has been a busy month in Milwaukee Public Schools as students have spent time researching, designing, and showcasing projects celebrating Black History Month. During the first week of February, the district recognized the national Black Lives Matter in School Week of Action with public events and classroom activities. Maple Tree School held an exciting, interactive … [Read more...] about MPS students showcase Black Lives Matter projects
Apply for PEOPLE program to prepare for UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Precollege Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence, known as PEOPLE, is now accepting applications for fall 2020. MPS eighth grade students should apply to take part in this program through all four years of high school. Attend a session at Rufus King Middle School to learn more. The PEOPLE application is open from January 28 … [Read more...] about Apply for PEOPLE program to prepare for UW–Madison
MPS observes National Black Lives Matter Week of Action
The Milwaukee community will have opportunities to listen, learn, and add their voices to the Black Lives Matter (BLM) narrative in order to bring about positive change. Leading off Black History Month in February, the National Black Lives Matter Week of Action, February 3–7, is designed to engage the community in topics that address four national demands and foster discussions … [Read more...] about MPS observes National Black Lives Matter Week of Action
Congratulations to MPS 2020 winter graduates!
Milwaukee Public Schools has honored 56 students who completed graduation requirements during the fall semester and earned the right to wear a cap and gown. The auditorium at South Division High School was filled with proud parents, families, and friends who cheered for graduates as they crossed the stage. Even a light snowfall could not discourage the excitement of the … [Read more...] about Congratulations to MPS 2020 winter graduates!