Three Milwaukee Public Schools seniors are among just 1,000 students across the country to be announced Thursday as Gates Millennium Scholars, an honor that comes with a “good-through-graduation” … [Read more...]
Dr. Thornton named CEO of Baltimore City Public Schools
Baltimore City Public Schools announced this week Dr. Gregory E. Thornton, Superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, will become the new Chief Executive Officer of the district, pending successful … [Read more...]
Donations to The Salvation Army provides book bags and school supplies for more than 1,300 students
Thanks to generous donations to The Salvation Army through WISN 12’s phone a thon and collection drives hosted by WNOV 860 AM, Educator’s Credit Union, Community Financial Service Centers, Krispy … [Read more...]
Approved MPS budget brings 45 more art, music, physical education, librarian positions into schools
The 2013-14 Milwaukee Public Schools budget approved Tuesday night continues to invest in classrooms and will bring 45 additional art, music and physical education teacher and librarian positions into … [Read more...]
Sherman Park Commons celebrate opening
By Lynda Jones The Sherman Park Senior Living Community, 3245 N. 37th Street, held an Opening Day Celebration Wed., May 29. The 68- unit apartment building is the former home of Jackie … [Read more...]
Baseball Commissioner and Robinson’s daughter host a viewing of “42” for area students
By Cassandra Lans Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig, along with Sharon Robinson (daughter of Jackie Robinson) and the Milwaukee Brewers hosted a private screening of the movie “42” for teenagers … [Read more...]
MPS, community groups seek mentors for new ‘Saving Our Sons – I will not die young’ campaign
Milwaukee Public Schools and a host of community groups are seeking mentors for a new campaign aimed at supporting young men of color dubbed “Saving Our Sons – I will not die young.” “This is part … [Read more...]
Seaway Bank announces partnership of 1 % down mortgages for MPS employees
First recipient will use new mortgage to purchase grandparents’ home Seaway Bank and Trust Company announced an exclusive partnership that gives Milwaukee Public Schools’ employees access to 1 … [Read more...]
Time Warner Cable starter internet gives eligible families in Milwaukee access to affordable broadband
Program offers internet service for just $9.95 a month for two years Time Warner Cable has announced the launch of a pilot program designed to offer affordable broadband service to low-income … [Read more...]
MPS’ tough-but-necessary actions cut $1.4 billion from long-term retiree benefit costs, including $117 million annually
Savings help put district on more sustainable path so academic work can continue Tough-but-necessary actions undertaken by Milwaukee Public Schools have cut the district’s long-term retiree health … [Read more...]