Thousands of students were smiling as backpacks and school supplies were delivered to 46 MPS schools this month. Thanks to the generosity of the Milwaukee community, many children have the supplies they need for a successful school year. On behalf of our students, teachers, families, and staff, thank you, Milwaukee! A record number of schools received supplies and backpacks … [Read more...] about School supply drive supports thousands of students
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HBCUs host Chicago Classic and college fair 2019
On Saturday September 14, 2019, the Chicago Classic and Historically Black Colleges and Universities College Fair was held at Solider Field. The teams that played were the Hampton University Pirates and Howard University Bison, with Hampton beating Howard 41- 20. The marching bands performed at half time and everyone enjoyed both bands. The College fair was that morning with … [Read more...] about HBCUs host Chicago Classic and college fair 2019
Milwaukee Recreation hosts grand reopening event at Custer Playfield
Milwaukee Recreation's emphasis on equity across the city shone brightly once again, as the department hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Custer Playfield on Saturday, Sept. 14 to unveil the playfield’s newly constructed basketball courts, age-appropriate play structures, and walking path. "By making this investment, Milwaukee Public Schools has demonstrated once again that … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation hosts grand reopening event at Custer Playfield
MPS Athletics celebrates renovated Pulaski and Vincent stadiums
Milwaukee Public Schools continues its commitment to improving athletic facilities for its students and surrounding community by reopening the renovated Pulaski Stadium and Vincent Stadium. On Thursday, Sept. 5, the district officially reopened Pulaski Stadium at halftime of the Bay View-Pulaski varsity football game. The stadium received synthetic turf, new goal posts, … [Read more...] about MPS Athletics celebrates renovated Pulaski and Vincent stadiums
Sheriff Lucas helps students start the 2019-20 school year
Milwaukee County Sheriff Earnell Lucas is pictured with a student on their first day of school on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, at Siefert Elementary School. (Photo by MCSO). … [Read more...] about Sheriff Lucas helps students start the 2019-20 school year
MPS students walk the red carpet back to school
With the drumline from Reagan High School drumming a lively beat, students at MPS Parkside School of the Arts marched, strutted, and strolled along a red carpet to make their way into school for the start of the new year. Dr. Keith P. Posley, Governor Tony Evers, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, and others kicked off the new school year on September 3 at Parkside School … [Read more...] about MPS students walk the red carpet back to school
Take our community survey and attend a public listening session
MPS needs your voice! Take our survey and attend a listening session. District leaders want the opinions of students, families, educators, staff, and the community to help envision the future of the district. The vision of Milwaukee Public Schools is to provide an equitable educational environment that is child-centered, supports achievement, and respects and embraces … [Read more...] about Take our community survey and attend a public listening session
UWM alum organizes block party and neighborhood cleanup
By Kathy Quirk Schuyler Ramsey, who earned his bachelor’s degree in community engagement and education from UWM, is taking what he learned in the classroom back to his neighborhood. For the second straight year, Ramsey is organizing a neighborhood cleanup and block party, which is set for Sept. 21 in the area around Benjamin Franklin School on West Nash Street. “My … [Read more...] about UWM alum organizes block party and neighborhood cleanup
Milwaukee Recreation celebrates Columbia Playfield grand reopening
Milwaukee Recreation reopened its renovated Columbia Playfield on Saturday, August 17, 2019, to unveil the playfield’s newly constructed basketball courts, play structures, splash pad, and walking path. The celebration included MPS Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley, Mayor Tom Barrett, district officials, community stakeholders, and children from the surrounding … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation celebrates Columbia Playfield grand reopening
North Division Alumni Association helps launch 2019-20 school year
On Monday, August 12, 2019, North Division Alumni Association members, North Division staff, and volunteers from the community gathered at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St., for their annual Back-To-School Rally. The alumni, staff, and volunteers welcomed the students back to school with cheers and high-fives to start the new school year off right. … [Read more...] about North Division Alumni Association helps launch 2019-20 school year