It’s not everyday a student gets to meet an active duty police dog, but some Parkview Elementary School third grade students recently got the chance after reading a story about one in class. As part of teachers Sean Clark and Laurel Ragalie’s non-fiction reading unit, students read “Officer Mike and Aero,” a story about a police officer and his K-9 companion. In the final days … [Read more...] about Connecting reading assignment to community members
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Lady Hawks have best season in Milwaukee School of Languages history
The Milwaukee School of Languages (MSL) varsity girls basketball team wrapped up the best season for any sport in the school's history. The Lady Hawks were runners-up in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) Division 3 championship game in the state tournament, with a 43-31 loss to Hayward Saturday afternoon. "Personally, I feel like I accomplished what I … [Read more...] about Lady Hawks have best season in Milwaukee School of Languages history
Thermo Fisher Scientific helps LaFollette grow STEM programs
As Milwaukee Public Schools’ LaFollette School grows its science/technology/engineering/math (STEM) programs, global science firm Thermo Fisher Scientific LLC is pitching in with the donation of $10,000 in related equipment. Thermo Fisher Scientific, which has a presence in Milwaukee, donated test tubes, pipettes, stir sticks, vials and gloves to the K-8 school through the … [Read more...] about Thermo Fisher Scientific helps LaFollette grow STEM programs
Bay View students perform at holiday party for deserving children
On Friday, December 4, a group of Bay View High School students brought extra smiles to everyone attending the 44th Annual Johnetta Broum Christmas Party for Deserving Children. The annual event, started by a postal worker in 1971, gives underprivileged children a great start to the holiday season. Hundreds of students from various MPS schools were partnered with community … [Read more...] about Bay View students perform at holiday party for deserving children
Get to know Cardinal Stritch University
Cardinal Stritch University offers more than 60 degree programs in the arts, business, education, leadership, management, nursing and health sciences. Founded in 1937 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, the campus is located in Glendale and Fox Point just north of Milwaukee. Today, more than 3,800 Stritch students are studying in undergraduate and graduate programs offered … [Read more...] about Get to know Cardinal Stritch University
Gingerbread houses made by MATC baking students on display at Milwaukee Public Market Dec. 4-15
Approximately 35 elaborate and fanciful gingerbread houses created by students from the baking and pastry arts associate degree program and the baking production diploma program at Milwaukee Area Technical College will be on display from Friday, Dec. 4, through Tuesday, Dec. 15, at Milwaukee Public Market, 400 N. Water St. The public is encouraged to view and bid on the houses. … [Read more...] about Gingerbread houses made by MATC baking students on display at Milwaukee Public Market Dec. 4-15
Carson Academy celebrates the role of families in education
Families lunch as part of Milwaukee Public Schools’ celebration of American Education Week. The district celebrated the work of everyone who supports the education of America’s youth. MPS recognizes the important work we do in collaboration with our families, volunteers and community partners. Dr. Benjamin Carson Academy of Science invited parents and family members to join … [Read more...] about Carson Academy celebrates the role of families in education
TCF Bank and Milwaukee Public Schools partner to keep kids warm this winter
TCF National Bank (TCF Bank), a subsidiary of TCF Financial Corporation (TCF) (NYSE: TCB), and Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announced recently their partnership to ensure kids stay warm and safe during the winter months. MPS is holding its annual Mitten Tree Drive and for the first time TCF Bank’s 16 branches in the Milwaukee area are public collection sites. Residents can … [Read more...] about TCF Bank and Milwaukee Public Schools partner to keep kids warm this winter
Employment interruption leads to rewarding new career with MPS
In 2011, after a 17-year career with Chase Bank, Nikole Johnson was one of many people laid off when the bank moved offices outside of Milwaukee. She said it turned out to be the best thing that ever happened to her. She was 38-years-old and realized she needed a career change. She enrolled at MATC to earn a human service associate degree, which she received in December … [Read more...] about Employment interruption leads to rewarding new career with MPS
Black Male Youth-Milwaukee Summit shows options for young black men
Talking is fine, but actions are even more important. That’s why hope, aspirations and options for young black men are on the agenda of the annual Black Male Youth-Milwaukee Summit at UWM, December 15-16, 2015. The event will bring approximately 400 African American middle and high school students and their teachers and mentors to UWM. Tuesday’s sessions are geared to the … [Read more...] about Black Male Youth-Milwaukee Summit shows options for young black men