More than 20 MPS high schools have commencements scheduled this May MPS seniors will turn their tassels during 24 graduation ceremonies this May, held at some of Milwaukee's largest venues. About 4,000 students will receive diplomas in front of family, friends and classmates at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, the Milwaukee Theatre, and the MATC Cooley Auditorium. The … [Read more...] about MPS celebrates graduates
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New proposed school budget brings more cuts and bigger class sizes, but still sees less funding
A Milwaukee Board of School Directors budget hearing on May 3, 2018 attracted an audience of about 100 and generated only about a half dozen speakers, a noticeable contrast with the contentious, seven-hour budget hearing on April 17, 2018. In attempting to agree on a 2018-2019 school year budget, the Milwaukee Public School system is confronted with a number of challenges … [Read more...] about New proposed school budget brings more cuts and bigger class sizes, but still sees less funding
Last day of term for high schools changes to May 21
The end of the school year is approaching and Milwaukee Public Schools has a necessary change to the last day of school for all 9th to 12th grade students. Due to the snow day on February 8, 2018, when schools were closed, MPS will need to extend the school year by one day for students in grades 9-12. Wisconsin requires schools to provide a specific number of minutes of … [Read more...] about Last day of term for high schools changes to May 21
District releases balanced $1.2 billion proposed 2018-19 budget
Milwaukee Public Schools’ administration released the Superintendent’s Proposed FY19 Budget on Friday, April 27, 2018. For the past four months, the district has worked to close a $30 million budget gap to keep budget cuts as far away from the classroom as possible. “Stagnant revenue, rising health care costs, and declining enrollment all contributed to a financial shortfall … [Read more...] about District releases balanced $1.2 billion proposed 2018-19 budget
Milwaukee Public Schools budget deficit looms
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) educators, administrators and school board members were unable to agree on a plan to close a projected $38.7 million budget deficit for the 2018-2019 school year during a seven-hour meeting on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. The Milwaukee Public Schools system is the largest in the state with more than 75,000 students, many of whom come from … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools budget deficit looms
8,000+ MPS students to perform in first-ever ‘All-City Arts Festival’ at Henry Maier Festival Park
The artistic talent of Milwaukee's kids will be on full display, bigger and better than ever on the city's lakefront, during the first-ever All-City Arts Festival, which will be held May 9-11, 2018 on the south end of Henry Maier Festival Park. The event will feature more than 180 performances from 125 Milwaukee Public Schools, alumni and partner groups. Students have been … [Read more...] about 8,000+ MPS students to perform in first-ever ‘All-City Arts Festival’ at Henry Maier Festival Park
Milwaukee Board of School Directors selects interim superintendent
Dr. Keith P. Posley, a 27- year veteran of Milwaukee Public Schools with extensive school-based and district leadership experience, has been named interim Superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. The Board is expected to negotiate a contract with Dr. Posley, which was presented for approval on April 17, 2018. The Board is also … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Board of School Directors selects interim superintendent
MPS group gets standing ovation in national talent show
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
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