It’s time to choose a high school. Eighth-grade students and families are invited to learn about programs and apply to a Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) high school for the 2025–26 school year. With nearly 30 high school options in the district, MPS has an ideal learning situation for every student’s needs and future career goals. Throughout high school, students can prepare … [Read more...] about MPS high school enrollment is open through Nov. 4, 2024
Education
UWM shows off its new chemistry building
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee (UWM) Chancellor Mark Mone led an enthusiastic grand opening ceremony for UWM’s brand new Chemistry Building Friday, September 27, 2024. More than 200 students, faculty, staff, government representatives and friends of UWM packed into one of the building’s many sleek, modern lecture halls for the celebration. It was all punctuated by a … [Read more...] about UWM shows off its new chemistry building
We Energies is seeking MPS juniors and seniors for youth apprentices and interns
Milwaukee Public School's (MPS) high school juniors and seniors can start training for a career now. We Energies is looking for students to train as a line mechanic intern or an apprentice gas technician or design engineer. Get paid while still in high school! Applications are open now. Attend a Family Information Session to learn more. Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 5:30 … [Read more...] about We Energies is seeking MPS juniors and seniors for youth apprentices and interns
Attend the MPS High School Enrollment Fair on Sept. 28, 2024
Pick your program and apply to your high school. Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has multiple programs across the district in career areas such as arts, automotive, college prep, technology, engineering, health care, music, skilled trades, manufacturing, culinary arts, and more. Students in grade 8 should explore schools now and make their choices for this important transition. … [Read more...] about Attend the MPS High School Enrollment Fair on Sept. 28, 2024
MPS students can get required vaccines at free immunization clinics in September and October
Immunizations are required under state law for children in school or childcare. Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) families, if your children are behind on their vaccinations, plan to attend one of the free upcoming immunization clinics, held with MPS’s clinic partner, the City of Milwaukee Health Department. The free clinics for all MPS students will be at: • Bethune … [Read more...] about MPS students can get required vaccines at free immunization clinics in September and October
MPS seeks feedback from students, staff, families, and community on the Equity Guidebook draft
Students, staff, families, and community members: Milwaukee Public Schools needs your input on the draft of the updated Equity Guidebook! You’re invited to attend a community session soon. The Guidebook is intended to serve as a resource for students, staff, families, and community members. The public is welcome to attend a community session on Wednesday, September 11, … [Read more...] about MPS seeks feedback from students, staff, families, and community on the Equity Guidebook draft
A record number of MPS students in Class of 2024 earned $113-millionin scholarships and grants
The 2024 graduates of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) have been offered a total of $113-million in scholarships and grants to further their education, the school district announced Thursday, August 29, 2024. It was the second-highest total since the district began tracking the total in 2012. In the Class of 2024, 931 students were offered scholarships and grants, which … [Read more...] about A record number of MPS students in Class of 2024 earned $113-millionin scholarships and grants
MPS First Nations Studies holds its first in-person College Access Bridging Program
Lessons in math, science, and Native culture plus fun, educational trips around Milwaukee filled summer days for a group of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Native students. They took part in the first in-person College Access Bridging Program organized by MPS’s First Nations Studies. Bridging prepared those middle school students for the First Nations Studies College Access … [Read more...] about MPS First Nations Studies holds its first in-person College Access Bridging Program
Fall registration is now open for Milwaukee Recreation
Milwaukee Recreation provides fun and affordable activities for all ages and abilities. This season, join us for a variety of programs at locations throughout the city. Participants are encouraged to register for our wide range of programs, including aquatics, cooking, fitness, outdoor education, music, martial arts, sports leagues and activities, and much more. Here is … [Read more...] about Fall registration is now open for Milwaukee Recreation
MATC and Kroger kickoff free, on-campus grocery delivery
Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), partnering with Kroger, became one of the first colleges in the region to provide free, on-campus grocery delivery to students, faculty and staff. The organizations recognized this innovative partnership on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 by delivering groceries and providing free ice cream to attendees interested in taking advantage of the … [Read more...] about MATC and Kroger kickoff free, on-campus grocery delivery