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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.

By Milwaukee City Wire | Apr 10, 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.

By Milwaukee City Wire | Apr 9, 2025

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Milwaukee Virtual School invites applications for fall 2025

By Milwaukee City Wire | Apr 8, 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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 28, 2025

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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Jackie Kacmarynski to become Dean of Student Services at Wisconsin Lutheran College

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 26, 2025

Jackie Kacmarynski, a 2007 alumna of Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC), has served as the Director of Health Services since July 2019.

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Milwaukee Public Schools hosts annual Refugee & Immigrant Resource Fair

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 25, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 20, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 18, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 17, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 17, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 13, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 11, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 8, 2025

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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There were 2,223 students enrolled in Oak Creek High School in 2023-24 school year

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 6, 2025

For the 2023-24 school year, Oak Creek High School experienced the biggest enrollment among Milwaukee County schools.

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Milwaukee Recreation announces free spring events at Twilight Centers

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 5, 2025

Milwaukee Recreation is set to host a series of free events at their Twilight Centers this spring.

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Wisconsin Lutheran College Magazine features new academic programs

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 5, 2025

The latest edition of Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) Magazine has been released, focusing on a variety of achievements and developments within the college community.

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Milwaukee Public Schools welcomes Dr. Brenda Cassellius as new superintendent

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 4, 2025

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

By Milwaukee City Wire | Mar 4, 2025

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.