Milwaukee School District
Recent News About Milwaukee School District View More
-
Milwaukee Public Schools welcomes students for new academic year
Thousands of students returned to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) on September 2, 2025, marking the start of the new academic year.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools hosts enrollment fair for alternative high schools
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is organizing an enrollment fair aimed at helping high school students find alternative pathways to graduation.
-
MPS opens youth apprenticeship applications with We Energies for high school students
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is inviting high school juniors and seniors to apply for youth apprenticeship programs with We Energies.
-
Wisconsin releases additional $17 million in state aid for Milwaukee Public Schools
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has released an additional $17 million in state funding to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS).
-
Six Milwaukee public high schools named among best in Wisconsin
Six Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) high schools have been recognized in the annual Best High Schools list by U.S. News & World Report, released today.
-
State releases $16 million in aid after Milwaukee Public Schools meets reporting requirements
More than $16 million in state aid has been released to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) after the district completed required financial reporting, according to an announcement from Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly...
-
Milwaukee Public Schools seeks staff for expanding food service operations
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) reports that its food service teams provided nearly 13 million meals—including breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and suppers—during the 2024–25 academic year.
-
Milwaukee Recreation announces groundbreaking for new community center in northwest area
Milwaukee Recreation has announced plans to build a new community center and renovate a playfield in northwest Milwaukee.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools completes flood assessments; classes expected to start on schedule
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has completed its initial review of school buildings following recent record rainfall and flooding.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools hosts fair for alternative high school programs
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is inviting families and students to learn about alternative high school options at an upcoming event.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools hosts August enrollment fair ahead of new school year
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) will host the Ready, Set, Enroll Fair on August 21 and 22, 2025.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools addresses limited water damage after historic rainfall
After record rainfall and flooding hit Milwaukee on August 9 and 10, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is continuing to assess the impact on its buildings.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools honors 120 summer graduates at Alexander Hamilton High School
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) recognized 120 students who met graduation requirements during the summer session.
-
Milwaukee faces emergency after historic rainfall and flooding
Milwaukee remains under a flood warning following record rainfall that began on August 9 and continued into August 10.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools updates calendar for new reading instruction requirements
Milwaukee Public Schools has revised its 2025-26 school year calendar to support a new science-based approach to reading instruction.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools reports progress on lead hazard remediation ahead of new school year
Progress continues on Milwaukee Public Schools’ efforts to address lead hazards in older school buildings, according to Superintendent Brenda Cassellius.
-
Milwaukee Health Department clears final relocated MPS school after renovations
The City of Milwaukee Health Department has cleared Brown Street Academy of lead risks following renovation and painting work.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools shares key information for start of 2025–26 academic year
Milwaukee Public Schools is preparing for the start of the new academic year, with all students scheduled to return on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
-
Milwaukee Recreation hosts free summer skate series across the city
Groove to music, enjoy skating games, and take part in beginner-friendly fun that is perfect for the entire family.
-
Milwaukee Public Schools make history with National History Day participation
Twenty-six middle school students from Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) made history by being the first district students to participate in the National History Day competition.