Milwaukee School District
Recent News About Milwaukee School District
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Reagan High School teacher receives Yale Educator Award
Max Smith, a graduate of Reagan High School, recently nominated his former teacher Kurt Dillman for the 2024 Yale Educator Award.
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Milwaukee Public Schools honors educators during Teacher Appreciation Week
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is gearing up to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week from May 5 to May 9, 2025.
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Unified athletes announce NFL Draft pick, emphasize inclusion in sports
Washington High School students Xavier Goff and Rionne Turner took center stage at the 2025 NFL Draft as representatives of Special Olympics North America and Wisconsin’s Unified Sports.
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Celebration of Cantos de las Américas returns on May 2, 2025 in Milwaukee
Cantos de las Américas, a long-standing tradition in Milwaukee Public Schools, is set to take place on May 2, 2025.
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Milwaukee Recreation launches rock climbing club for high school students
Milwaukee Recreation has introduced a rock climbing club for high school students, which began its inaugural season in the 2024-25 school year.
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Eunice Perez leads ALBA's 21st CCLC, boosting engagement and enrollment
Two decades ago, Eunice Perez began her journey with Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes (ALBA).
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Spelling bee crowns top Milwaukee spellers from grades 3 to 8
Milwaukee Public Schools held its annual spelling bee finals in April, distinguishing students in grades 3 through 8 with academic dedication.
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Changes in Milwaukee Board of School Directors leadership and membership announced
Director Missy Zombor has been elected as the new president of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, with Director Marva Herndon being named vice president.
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Fernwood Montessori set to reopen after health department's clearance
Fernwood Montessori School in Milwaukee is scheduled to reopen on Friday, April 25, following its recent clearance by the City of Milwaukee Health Department after lead remediation efforts.
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Denim Day events promote awareness of sexual violence on April 30
On April 30, Denim Day will be observed internationally to support victims of sexual assault and advocate for prevention programs.
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Family Day of Play offers fun activities and entertainment in Milwaukee Recreation
Families eagerly await the inaugural Family Day of Play, a special event offering various activities at Milwaukee Recreation.
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Milwaukee schools open registration for 2025 "Run Back to School" event
Registration is now open for the 18th annual "Run Back to School" event, organized by Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation, to celebrate the beginning of the 2025-26 school year.
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Adaptive athletics empower MPS student-athletes with inclusive sporting opportunities
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is showcasing the transformative power of adaptive physical education, as student-athletes like Joey Goetter and Shevez Johnson take on new roles.
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Milwaukee Public Schools to hold spelling bee finals on April 12 and 19, 2025
Milwaukee Public Schools will hold its annual Districtwide Spelling Bee at Vincent High School on two consecutive Saturdays, April 12 and April 19, 2025.
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Seven MPS teachers receive honors from Herb Kohl Educational Foundation
Approximately 100 teachers from various locations in Wisconsin are receiving honors and monetary awards from the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation in 2025.
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Milwaukee Virtual School invites applications for fall 2025
Milwaukee Public Schools Virtual Program has rebranded as Milwaukee Virtual School, offering open enrollment for the fall of 2025.
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MPS initiative allows free applications to 11 Wisconsin colleges
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) high school juniors now have the opportunity to apply to 11 top Wisconsin colleges and universities through a streamlined, no-cost process called Milwaukee Direct Admit.
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Milwaukee Public Schools hosts annual Refugee & Immigrant Resource Fair
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is set to host its annual Refugee & Immigrant Resource Fair on April 5, 2025.
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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.