Milwaukee School District
Recent News About Milwaukee School District
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Milwaukee Recreation seeks community feedback through new survey
Milwaukee Recreation is reaching out to the community to gather input on priorities for recreation facilities and programs in Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee Public Schools opens applications for virtual program's second semester
The Milwaukee Public Schools Virtual Program (MVP) is entering its third year and is offering limited seats for the upcoming second semester.
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MPS showcases Montessori education with open house event
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is hosting an event titled "A Morning of Montessori" to showcase its Montessori education offerings.
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Milwaukee Public Schools announce kindergarten enrollment fairs in February
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is set to host two Kindergarten Enrollment Fairs in February 2025, offering families an opportunity to explore various educational programs available for young children.
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Milwaukee Public Schools reveals plans for annual City Review basketball event
Milwaukee Public Schools has announced the matchups for the 10th edition of The City Review, inviting the community to support student-athletes from 10 boys and girls high school basketball teams.
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Milwaukee School District Education: 66,864 students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year
There were 66,864 students enrolled in Milwaukee School District in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
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Milwaukee Public Schools offers multilingual parent/student handbook
As the new year begins, families connected to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) may have questions regarding various aspects of school life, including snow days, student medications, textbooks, athletics, behavior, and student and family rights.
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Brian D. Litzsey appointed senior director at Milwaukee Recreation
On Thursday, December 19, the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Board of Directors approved Brian D. Litzsey as the new senior director of Milwaukee Recreation.
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Milwaukee teacher Laura Lofton wins prestigious statewide educator award
Laura Lofton, an art teacher at Escuela Vieau in Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), has been honored with the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) Outstanding Educators Award.
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Milwaukee sopranos earn national honors in prestigious YoungArts competition
Young performers aspiring to achieve prestigious awards like the Grammy or Tony often see the national YoungArts competition as a stepping stone.
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Financial aid season begins: MPS emphasizes importance of FAFSA completion
High school seniors are encouraged to apply for financial aid for college and technical schools by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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MPS announces holiday schedule and closures for winter break
On behalf of Interim Superintendent Eduardo Galván and the entire MPS leadership team, best wishes are extended to students, families, staff, and the community.
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Rufus King wins city championship at MPS Battle of Drumlines
The Rufus King International High School varsity drumline secured the city championship title once again at the 22nd annual MPS Battle of the Drumlines.
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Milwaukee Recreation enhances MPS curriculum with third-grade water safety lessons
Milwaukee Recreation is enhancing the traditional school curriculum for third-grade students in Milwaukee Public Schools with vital water safety lessons.
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Milwaukee Public Schools seeks community input for long-range facilities planning
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is inviting community members to participate in steering committees aimed at shaping the future of school facilities through its Long-Range Facilities Master Plan.
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Milwaukee Recreation seeks part-time instructors for diverse enrichment programs
Milwaukee Recreation is currently seeking part-time enrichment instructors to lead activities at its community centers.
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Citywide battle of drumlines returns with expanded participation
The annual Battle of the Drumlines is set to take place on December 14, 2024, marking its 22nd edition.
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Bucks' Middleton partners with UnitedHealthcare for coat giveaway at Engleburg School
Hundreds of students at Engleburg School in Milwaukee received new winter coats on December 2, thanks to a collaboration between Milwaukee Bucks player Khris Middleton and UnitedHealthcare.
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Milwaukee juniors offered free college applications through new initiative
High school juniors in Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) can now apply to Milwaukee's largest colleges and select Universities of Wisconsin with a single free application.
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Wisconsin Association honors MPS principal Shantee Jude-Williams for educational leadership
Big changes are underway at Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School, where students engage in various activities from sports to studying the water cycle in a renovated schoolyard.