Commission votes to demolish Lincoln Avenue School
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The Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission voted to demolish Lincoln Avenue School after a fire tore through the building.

Milwaukee school fire: Meetings for Lincoln Avenue families, staff

Following the fire at Lincoln Avenue School in Milwaukee, MPS is working with families and staff to figure out a plan for the upcoming school year.

Milwaukee school fire: Lincoln Avenue students, staff in flux

Milwaukee Public Schools is trying to solve its latest issue — where to send students and staff after fire destroyed Lincoln Avenue School.

MPS unveils new grant-funded electric school buses

Milwaukee Public Schools on Monday, June 8 showcased their new grant-funded electric school buses.

Former MPS board member Aisha Carr to pay $2.8K in restitution

A former Milwaukee school board member on probation for filling out a defective campaign finance report has to pay more than $2,000 in restitution.

MPS board approves $1.6B budget for 2026-27 school year
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Milwaukee Public Schools approved a $1.6 billion budget that adds teaching positions, raises employee pay and closes a $45.6 million deficit identified earlier this year.

MPS budget approved; class sizes, staff pay among priorities

Milwaukee Public Schools approved a $1.6 billion budget that adds teaching positions, raises employee pay and closes a $45.6 million deficit identified earlier this year.

MPS budget plan advances without changes
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The MPS board committee advanced Superintendent Brenda Cassellius’ $1.6 billion budget without changes Tuesday night as the district works to close a $46 million deficit.

MPS budget plan advances without changes amid $46M deficit debate

The MPS board committee advanced Superintendent Brenda Cassellius’ $1.6 billion budget without changes Tuesday night as the district works to close a $46 million deficit.

Milwaukee Public Schools proposed budget; public hearing Tuesday

The Milwaukee Board of School Directors on Tuesday, May 12, will hold a public hearing on the proposed school budget.

Milwaukee Public Schools budget debate, emotions run high Thursday

Emotions ran high at a Milwaukee school board meeting as leaders and the public discussed a budget for and plans to address a $46 million deficit.

Milwaukee school bus drop-off mistake leaves girl nearly a mile from home

MPS said it is reviewing a bus drop-off incident after a Milwaukee mother said her 8-year-old daughter was left at the wrong stop, nearly a mile from home after school.

Milwaukee teacher in the running for 'America's Favorite Teacher'

A Milwaukee educator is in the running to become "America’s Favorite Teacher" and needs community support to earn the title.

Milwaukee school board reelects Missy Zombor as president

The Milwaukee Board of School Directors unanimously reelected Missy Zombor to a second term as president and elected James Ferguson as vice president.

Alverno College, MPS launch direct admit application; open until June 1

Alverno College and Milwaukee Public Schools announced on Wednesday a new direct admissions process that allows MPS high school juniors to apply to Alverno College in less than 10 minutes and at no cost.

MPS students competing in 3D print shoe design competition

Milwaukee Public Schools students are getting creative with their kicks. Kids are competing in a 3D Shoe Printing Contest, sponsored by the AntetokounBros Deer District Store.

Teacher pay raises; Milwaukee Public Schools board approves increases

The Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved a 2.63% wage increase for MTEA employees, with raises in July and January, as MPS leaders say they are balancing pay with budget stability.

Milwaukee Public Schools sustainability action plan revealed
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Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) celebrated Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22, by showcasing the district’s new Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools.

Milwaukee Public Schools sustainability action plan revealed

MPS celebrated Earth Day, showcasing the district’s new "Sustainability Action Plan: A Roadmap for Healthy and Sustainable Schools" at Morse Middle School.