Hundreds of Milwaukee-area students obtained supplies for the fall school year and enjoyed a "Welcome Back-to-School Community Bash" at Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education on August 10, 2023. The event was sponsored by Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, Inc. (ODB), and United Healthcare Community Plan. Barack Obama School was the host. More than 200 … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts ‘Back-to-School Community Bash’
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MATC students move into Westown Green Apartments in preparation for fall semester
On Tuesday, August 15, 2023, nearly 200 Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) students overfilled and pushed the traditional blue carts as they moved into Westown Green, the preferred housing partner of MATC. The affordable student housing apartments are just south of MATC’s Downtown Milwaukee Campus and adjacent to the Deer District. This is the third year that students … [Read more...] about MATC students move into Westown Green Apartments in preparation for fall semester
Supporters cheer MPS students as they return to school
It sounded like a Redcat roar coming from Bay View High School, where community, state, and school leaders, cheerleaders, and mascots welcomed students back to school Monday, August 14. 2023, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) began the new year for schools on the early start calendar, which includes all high schools, 6thto 8th-grade middle schools, K-12 schools, and several … [Read more...] about Supporters cheer MPS students as they return to school
Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church hosts back-to-school shoe giveaway
On Saturday, July 15, 2023, Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church hosted a "Back-To-School Shoe Giveaway" at their church, 2412 N. 6th St. Students who attended the event were given a free pair of shoes to help them get ready for the upcoming school year. The event was open to school-aged children of all ages. In addition to shoes, there were community partners on site, … [Read more...] about Ephesians Missionary Baptist Church hosts back-to-school shoe giveaway
‘Attend Freshman Bridge’ on August 3–4, 2023
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. All 9th graders should attend both days of Freshman Bridge. This is a chance to: • Find your … [Read more...] about ‘Attend Freshman Bridge’ on August 3–4, 2023
MPS wants students to be ready for fall
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is looking forward to welcoming students back to classrooms in fall! If your child needs a school seat, enroll now. 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 Head Start, half- and full-day … [Read more...] about MPS wants students to be ready for fall
Greater Milwaukee Urban League helps welcome Auer Avenue students back-to-school
On Tuesday, September 6, 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and the Auer Avenue Community School staff welcomed the 2022/2023 class of students back to school with a red carpet celebration, to help kick off the school year. Auer Ave. Teachers, GMUL volunteers and other members of the community gathered to cheer on students and offer "high-fives." Pictured at the … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League helps welcome Auer Avenue students back-to-school
School starts September 6; MPS offers back-to-school tips
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) wants to help students get the new school year off to a great start! Families can take important steps to help get students ready for a successful year. Sleep is important! Over the long weekend, help children practice getting to bed on time. Wake up children a little earlier each day to prepare for getting up for school. Develop routines … [Read more...] about School starts September 6; MPS offers back-to-school tips
Five effective ways to keep school germs at a minimum
By Brittany Wright Many children have already gone back to school and there are lots of exciting transitions happening. Change is always good but the weather changing, in conjunction with being introduced to new germs can spell disaster for your child’s immune system. Most parents know that when your child is sick it’s only a matter of time before you and the rest of the … [Read more...] about Five effective ways to keep school germs at a minimum
Five tips to help your child with back-to-school anxiety
Nervousness and anxiety are normal It’s that time again. As summer winds down, we find ourselves wandering along store aisles, kids in tow, clutching the new school supply lists. Are your kids excited about a new school year? Are they nervous? Do you think they might have some back-toschool anxiety? To help your child with these various emotions, it’s important to … [Read more...] about Five tips to help your child with back-to-school anxiety