By Ana Martinez-Ortiz This past Tuesday, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) received a message from Superintendent Darienne Driver. In it, she announced her new position with United Way as the … [Read more...]
“Not One More:” Milwaukee High School Students Participate in National School Walkout
By Evan Casey “Life is not a partisan issue.” This statement was repeated many times by numerous students while standing hand in hand outside of Rufus King International High School last … [Read more...]
United Way Announces $60,250,000 Fundraising Goal
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County’s emphasis on creating lasting change through Community Fund and volunteer goal. MILWAUKEE – United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha … [Read more...]
MPS Breaks the Bank on Class of 2017 College Scholarships
By Dylan Deprey For some, the thought of college is football games, wild parties and late-night cram sessions, but to others the dollar sign shaped cloud looming overhead can hinder and even … [Read more...]
Youth Financial Education Roundtable with MPS and TCF Leaders
More on the TCF Financial Scholars Program The TCF Financial Scholars Program is a teacher-led curriculum based on the EverFi financial education platform that includes six to eight hours of … [Read more...]
UWM Launches Education Partnership with MPS, MATC
By Angela McManaman UWM, Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Area Technical College officially launched their joint education initiative, M³ (pronounced M-cubed), on Wednesday, Jan. … [Read more...]
MPS Insider: Celebrating MPS!
The start of a new year is always invigorating. I feel motivated to finish tasks and start on fresh challenges. This year, I am especially excited for what lies ahead. In December, the Milwaukee Board … [Read more...]
MPS Board Update: Dr. Driver’s contract extended
Board, Superintendent continue work to provide students opportunities for success MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Board of School Directors this week extended the contract of Superintendent Darienne B. … [Read more...]
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Special message from Superintendent Driver
Greetings Milwaukee Public Schools Family, Over the past week, our city has faced events that push us all to the limits of our comfort and each of us must determine how we will lead in times of … [Read more...]
Milwaukee School of Languages Ranked Number One Most Challenging High School in Wisconsin
By Karen Stokes It was good news for Milwaukee Public Schools. Milwaukee School of Languages located at 8400 W. Burleigh, was recognized as the “Most Challenging High School in Wisconsin” by … [Read more...]