Milwaukee principal saves choking student, called a 'superhero'
A Milwaukee principal received another title at school this week – “superhero" – after he used the Heimlich maneuver to save a choking student.
MPS job fair Sept. 20; range of positions available
Milwaukee Public Schools will hold a job fair on Sept. 20.
Child sexual assault, Milwaukee man charged
A Milwaukee man is now charged with second-degree sexual assault of a child – the alleged crime taking place nearly a year ago.
Heat shortens MPS school day, budget frustrates teachers union
Milwaukee Public Schools students briefly went back to the classroom Tuesday, but extreme heat sent them home early. A budget debate raged as well.
Milwaukee drinking water filter donation, courtesy of Zurn Elkay
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions announced a partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools. That partnership was kicked off with a $2.2 million donation of its Elkay drinking water filters to MPS.
Extreme heat: Milwaukee Public Schools closed Thursday, Aug. 24
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announced on Wednesday that it will close schools on Thursday, Aug. 24 to keep children and staff safe during predicted hot weather.
MPS early start students return for 2023 school year
Milwaukee Public Schools on Monday, Aug. 14 began its school year for students following the Early Start Calendar.
MPS launch free breakfast and lunch program for students
All students will be served breakfast and lunch at no charge at all MPS schools and MPS contracted schools.
MPS early start students return Aug. 14; back-to-school information
Milwaukee Public Schools is getting ready to celebrate the start of the 2023-2024 school year.
MPS hiring event Aug. 16; openings for variety of positions
Milwaukee Public Schools is holding the third in a series of four monthly job fairs on Wednesday, Aug.16 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
International Baccalaureate Program, 3 MPS grade schools accepted
Milwaukee Public Schools announced three of its grade schools have been accepted into the International Baccalaureate program after a multiyear application process.
MPS, Children’s Wisconsin partnering; provide athletic training services
Milwaukee Public Schools and Children’s Wisconsin are partnering to provide athletic training services at varsity athletic competitions beginning with the fall 2023 sports season.
Milwaukee teacher attacked, accused parent pleads not guilty
A parent accused of beating up an MPS teacher pleaded not guilty and was bound over for trial. That teacher said she's still dealing with injuries.
MPS scholarships, grants hit record $121M total for 2023 class
Milwaukee Public Schools graduates received a record-breaking $121 millions in scholarships and grants at the district's annual Scholarship Reveal Thursday,
MPS holding 4 job fairs; June through September
Milwaukee Public Schools is holding four job fairs — from June through September — to fill positions including teacher, paraprofessional, children’s health assistant, nurse, and food service worker.
MPS: Summer Playground programs open June 12
Milwaukee Recreation will provide enrichment activities, play opportunities, and free meals at playground sites across the city beginning June 12 for kids ages 6-17.