Schools News
MPS Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley Unveils Proposed 2024-25 Budget Focused on Students and Staff Support
Milwaukee Public Schools has revealed its proposed budget for the upcoming 2024–25 school year, emphasizing a shift towards prioritizing students, staff support, and efficient resource utilization. The budget, totaling around $1.47 billion, is designed to allocate a significant portion of funds directly to classrooms, with 95 cents of every dollar aimed at benefitting students.MPS Superintendent Dr. Keith P. Posley expressed confidence in the proposed budget, stating, "This budget positions MPS for long-term success. We are maximizing resources to enhance student...
City and MPS celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting at Reagan High School
The City of Milwaukee’s Forestry Services and Milwaukee Public Schools came together to celebrate Arbor Day by planting trees at Reagan College Preparatory High School. The event, which took place on Friday, April 26, marked a continuation of a long-standing tradition.Milwaukee Ald. Scott Spiker, representing the district where Reagan High School is located, highlighted the significance of tree planting, saying, “When we plant a tree today, we’re not just thinking about the shade it will provide us in a few years or the beauty it will offer our streetscapes. We’re...