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Milwaukee Public Schools releases test scores, highlights new district-wide literacy initiative
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) released its 2024–25 state assessment results, highlighting the need for the district’s new literacy plan.
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Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent schedules virtual listening session for community input
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius will host a virtual session on October 1 to gather input from the community about the district’s future.
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Milwaukee Public Schools adopts new emergency response protocol for all classrooms
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has introduced a new Standard Response Protocol (SRP) aimed at helping students respond safely and automatically to emergencies.
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Milwaukee Public Schools outlines visitor policies focused on safety
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has reiterated its commitment to maintaining safe and positive environments for students and staff.
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Milwaukee Public Schools seeks public input on long-range facilities master plan
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has announced that it will seek community feedback on the progress of its Long-Range Facilities Master Plan.
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Milwaukee Public Schools invites families to join virtual advisory council meetings
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is inviting families and community members to participate in the District Advisory Council (DAC) meetings for the 2025–26 school year.
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Milwaukee Recreation reports broad range of youth programs and facility upgrades during summer
Milwaukee Recreation reported a wide range of activities and initiatives during the 2025 summer season, aiming to promote healthy lifestyles and provide educational experiences for community members.
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Milwaukee Public Schools announces 'Flavors that Inspire' theme for Hispanic Heritage Month
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the theme "Sabores que Inspiran" (Flavors that Inspire) for 2025.
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Milwaukee schools urge attendance on state student count day, September 19
On Friday, September 19, 2025, the State of Wisconsin will conduct its annual student count.
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Milwaukee Public Schools promotes suicide awareness month with focus on mental health resources
Milwaukee Public Schools is highlighting Suicide Awareness Month this September, encouraging the community to stay alert for signs that someone may need mental health support.
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Milwaukee Public Schools schedules free citywide lead-testing clinics for children
Milwaukee Public Schools is organizing three free clinics to offer lead testing for children across the city.
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Milwaukee Public Schools restructures leadership into learning communities focused on academics
Milwaukee Public Schools has launched a new “learning community” model this fall, affecting more than 150 schools across the district.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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.