Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is getting ready to welcome students back to classrooms in fall! If your child needs a school seat, it's time to enroll. The MPS Department of Student Services is ready to assist. Some schools fill up quickly, so enroll now. The district is home to nearly 160 schools and has a program for every student, including half- and full-day … [Read more...] about Enroll at MPS now so your child is ready for fall
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900-plus GE HealthCare volunteers refreshed seven MPS schools
More than 900 volunteers from GE HealthCare visited several Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) on Thursday, on August 1, 2024, to give the buildings and grounds a back-to-school glow-up during their annual Community Service Day. This is the 28th year that GE HealthCare workers and their family and friends have helped get MPS schools ready for returning students. Different … [Read more...] about 900-plus GE HealthCare volunteers refreshed seven MPS schools
MPS celebrates 2024 summer graduation
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has honored more than 100 students who completed graduation requirements over the summer and earned the right to wear a cap and gown. A summer graduation ceremony recognizing their accomplishments was held July 27, 2024, at Alexander Hamilton High School. As part of ongoing efforts to help students graduate, MPS again offered multiple sessions … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates 2024 summer graduation
Attend a job fair! MPS seeks teachers, school staff, and more!
Become part of the Milwaukee Public Schools family— MPS is hiring! Do you want to make a difference for Milwaukee students by providing an exceptional education or supporting schools? MPS is seeking motivated teachers, paraprofessionals to support teachers, building operations and maintenance staff, and kitchen and cafeteria staff. The district is also hiring children’s health … [Read more...] about Attend a job fair! MPS seeks teachers, school staff, and more!
Stepping up for success: Churches unite togive away 1,000 pairs of new shoes
Churches provided new shoes for the school year to help students in the community with self-esteem and to combat truancy. Religious leaders from Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church and the Embassy Center of Milwaukee gave away 1,000 pairs of new shoes to students. The two congregations have come together to help kids start the school year on the right foot. "I'm sure you … [Read more...] about Stepping up for success: Churches unite togive away 1,000 pairs of new shoes
Attend ‘Freshman Bridge’ on August 22–23, 2024
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) high schools will host 'Freshman Bridge' to help new students get prepared for a great freshman year. Attending Freshman Bridge helps students be ready for the first day of class, settle in quickly, and discover the support available in high school. Free breakfast and lunch are included. WisGo bus cards will be available. All MPS 9th graders … [Read more...] about Attend ‘Freshman Bridge’ on August 22–23, 2024
Get your online MVP seat for Fall 2024
Following three successful years of the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Virtual Program (MVP), MPS is enrolling students for Fall 2024. Seats are still open. MPS student onlineMVP is a full-time, dedicated online program for children whose families prefer virtual learning. The program is available for students in K5 through grade 12. MVP carries the same accreditation and … [Read more...] about Get your online MVP seat for Fall 2024
Be ready for school—check your child’s vaccines
Vaccines help prevent against childhood illnesses such as measles, mumps, chicken pox, polio, and more. Summer is the perfect time to make sure children are up to date on vaccinations. It’s also a great time to schedule a physical exam required for participation in sports. All Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) schools begin Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Make sure your child goes … [Read more...] about Be ready for school—check your child’s vaccines
For summer reading, check out MPS Reads book lists
What’s a good way to keep children busy over the summer? Reading. Sharing books together as a family or curling up with an exciting story can help keep reading skills and vocabulary sharp over the summer. Students who read in their free time are shown to be better readers, have a larger vocabulary, score higher on tests, and have greater content knowledge. Summer slide is a … [Read more...] about For summer reading, check out MPS Reads book lists
Find affordable summer child care and enrichment with Milwaukee Recreation
This summer, Milwaukee Recreation is operating full day child care and enrichment programming at nearly 70 locations. Prices and ages vary per site, with offerings available to youth ranging from grades K3-12. Each site promotes creativity, expands knowledge, and offers a safe place for young people to engage in cultural, recreational, and academic activities. View our full … [Read more...] about Find affordable summer child care and enrichment with Milwaukee Recreation