After many weeks of practice and preparation, a group of 12 Milwaukee Public Schools students traveled to Washington, DC to take part in the Turnaround Arts national talent show held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Their performance honoring Frederick Douglass drew cheers and a standing ovation from the audience. The journey began in fall with the … [Read more...] about MPS group gets standing ovation in national talent show
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MPS students honored for Women’s History essays
To honor Women’s History Month, MPS students were invited to submit essays sharing the stories of Wisconsin women. Winners received cash awards and certificates and were announced at the University of Wisconsin– Milwaukee Hefter Conference Center on March 15. The contest is designed to shine a light on the lives of Wisconsin women, who have often remained invisible. The … [Read more...] about MPS students honored for Women’s History essays
MPS announces summer learning programs for 2018
Sign up now—discover and explore! MPS is offering two sessions for learning this summer: June Term (J-Term) from June 4 to 29, and Summer Academy from July 2 to 27. Students can attend one or both sessions. All city of Milwaukee residents, grades K5 to 12, are eligible and can enroll at select sites. Both sessions are designed for summer fun and will include science, … [Read more...] about MPS announces summer learning programs for 2018
Ripple® donates $29 mil. to DonorsChoose.org: Funds 110 MPS projects
In an unprecedented act of generosity, technology company Ripple donated $29 million to DonorsChoose.org this week, funding every project posted by a teacher across the country. In Milwaukee Public Schools, 110 projects posted by 89 teachers were funded, bringing a total donation of $60,081 to the district. “This is such an exciting day for our teachers and students,” said … [Read more...] about Ripple® donates $29 mil. to DonorsChoose.org: Funds 110 MPS projects
MPS hosted job fair connects students and employers
Students looking for summer and year-round work had the chance to visit with dozens of employers, ask questions, fill out applications, and get ready for work at the MPS student job fair on March 14. The event was hosted by the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee as part of the M3 partnership that links UWM and MPS. To be eligible for the job fair, students were required to be … [Read more...] about MPS hosted job fair connects students and employers
MPS students take part in National School Walkout
On March 14, 2018, students around the country and in Milwaukee Public Schools participated in the student-led National School Walkout. It called for students to gather outside school at 10 a.m. for 17 minutes – one minute for each of the individuals killed during the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida last month. At every MPS school participating in … [Read more...] about MPS students take part in National School Walkout
Green Bay Packers GiveBack to MPS
Milwaukee Public Schools will install a synthetic sports turf surface at Casimir Pulaski Stadium in Milwaukee, thanks in part to a $250,000 grant from the Green Bay Packers through the National Football League Foundation Grassroots Program. The grant from the Packers, the NFL Foundation, and Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is part of more than $3 million in … [Read more...] about Green Bay Packers GiveBack to MPS
Systems Thinking Institute brings unique learning opportunity
A world leader in using systems thinking to provide exemplary professional development and improve student success, the Waters Foundation is proud to present the second-annual Milwaukee Systems Thinking Institute, March 14-16, 2018, held in partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools. The Institute will appeal to anyone looking to create effective changes in their work and … [Read more...] about Systems Thinking Institute brings unique learning opportunity
Kindergarten enrollment ends Sunday
Time is running out! This Sunday, March 4, 2018 is the deadline for Milwaukee families to choose the Milwaukee Public Schools kindergarten or Head Start program that starts their 3-, 4- or 5-yearold on the path to success. Enrolling by this deadline gives families the best chance of their child being placed in the school of their choice. Enrollment applications can be completed … [Read more...] about Kindergarten enrollment ends Sunday
MPS-led robotics team heading to world championship after competing against 52 others, winning chairman’s award
A robotics team led by Milwaukee Public Schools students is headed to the FIRST Robotics World Championship in St. Louis starting Wednesday, April 17, 2013 after competing against 52 other teams to win the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the Midwest Regional in Chicago. MPS-led “Team 1675″ is headed to the FIRST Robotics World Championship after wining the Chairman’s Award at … [Read more...] about MPS-led robotics team heading to world championship after competing against 52 others, winning chairman’s award