Milwaukee School District
Recent News About Milwaukee School District
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Milwaukee Health Department clears two schools after lead tests
Golda Meir Lower Campus and Maryland Avenue Montessori School have successfully passed their final clearance checks conducted by the Milwaukee Health Department.
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Milwaukee Recreation expands arts education through Creative Allies program
Milwaukee Recreation is expanding its Creative Allies program to provide more arts opportunities for students in Milwaukee Public Schools.
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New MPS superintendent begins tenure with school visits
Dr. Brenda Cassellius has begun her tenure as the new superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) with visits to North Division High School and Bethune Academy on March 17, 2025.
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Riverside High School drumline performs twice at Wisconsin Capitol events
Riverside University High School's drumline recently had the opportunity to perform at two significant events in Wisconsin.
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Milwaukee schools close temporarily due to lead hazards; Trowbridge reopens
As efforts to address lead hazards in Milwaukee school buildings continue, three schools are set to temporarily close while another reopens.
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Kindergarten enrollment deadline for Fall 2025 approaches at MPS
MPS is reminding families that the deadline for kindergarten enrollment for Fall 2025 is approaching.
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River Trail School integrates agricultural science into student learning
Students at River Trail School of Agricultural Science are embracing healthy eating habits through their involvement in growing their own vegetables.
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Milwaukee Recreation announces free spring events at Twilight Centers
Milwaukee Recreation is set to host a series of free events at their Twilight Centers this spring.
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Milwaukee Public Schools welcomes Dr. Brenda Cassellius as new superintendent
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors has confirmed Dr. Brenda Cassellius as the new superintendent for Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS).
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Milwaukee Public Schools opens registration for summer academy
Milwaukee Public Schools is once again opening registration for its Summer Academy, offering a range of activities and classes designed to inspire learning among the city's youth.
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MPS Celebrating Abilities event offers special education workshops
Special education will be the central theme of the upcoming MPS Celebrating Abilities event.
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Trowbridge School relocates due to lead dust concerns
Students and staff from Trowbridge Street School of Great Lakes Studies will temporarily relocate due to lead dust concerns.
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Milwaukee schools honor Women's History Month with educational programs
Milwaukee Public Schools will engage students in activities and programs throughout March to celebrate Women's History Month.
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Milwaukee Public Schools celebrates National School Social Work Week
National School Social Work Week is set to take place from March 2 to March 8, 2025.
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MPS launches app for real-time school bus tracking
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has introduced a new application named WheresTheBus, aimed at assisting families in tracking their children's school buses in real time.
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Milwaukee Public Schools honor Black leaders through dedicated educational institutions
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is commemorating Black History Month by honoring the contributions of Black Americans through various programs and events.
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Milwaukee Public Schools prepares for Public Schools Week celebration
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is set to celebrate Public Schools Week from February 24 to 28, marking the occasion with a series of events and activities.
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MPS seeks volunteers for textbook review in world languages
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is reaching out to families and community members for assistance in selecting new textbooks for world language courses.
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Kindergarten enrollment opens for Fall 2025 at Milwaukee Public Schools
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has opened enrollment for kindergarten for the Fall 2025 school year.
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Milwaukee Public Schools invest in athletics using ESSER III funds
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on student engagement, particularly affecting extracurricular activities in Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS).