MPS staff to get COVID-19 vaccine as district preps for return
While some MPS nursing staff members have received the vaccine, educators are in line for inoculations on March 1.
300 MPS students to go back to class; parents wonder 'how they'll pick'
Around 300 Milwaukee Public Schools' students will soon head back to class for the first time since March, but parents don't know yet who will get that opportunity.
MPS day programs, 50 Stop, Grab & Go locations, school buildings closed
All virtual learning will continue and Milwaukee Public Schools district offices will remain open.
MPS students reflect on COVID challenges during virtual MLK event
The coronavirus pandemic didn't stop Milwaukee Public Schools from honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy. This year though, the event was virtual.
MPS students reflect on COVID challenges during virtual MLK event
The coronavirus pandemic didn't stop Milwaukee Public Schools from honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy. This year though, the event was virtual.
MPS nurses, therapists to receive COVID-19 vaccine
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) staff are among those next in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Mental health awareness integrated in Milwaukee classrooms
This has been a tough year for students. There is so much stress both in and out of the classroom. However, some students are finding their best relief -- is inside their school.
MPS adds packaged supper meals at Stop, Grab, & Go meal sites
MPS will begin offering packaged supper meals along with breakfasts and lunches at 50 Stop, Grab, & Go sites.
MPS students recognized for work in 1st virtual enrichment program
A pair of MPS students were recognized Sunday for their exceptional work in the district's first virtual summer enrichment program.
Old Milwaukee schools to become affordable housing
The City of Milwaukee recently decided to move forward with Gorman's plans to turn the old high school into new, affordable family housing -- 64 one and two-bedroom apartments.
Northwestern Mutual donation to bridge gap for low-income students
To help boost students' success and drive sustainable change, Northwestern Mutual is donating $2.5 million to schools, nonprofits and programming in the city of Milwaukee.
MPS receives donation of school supplies for homeless students
Milwaukee Public Schools announced the donation of 4,000 backpacks, courtesy of Educators Credit Union.
MPS launches campaign to keep student-athletes engaged, active
While many school districts have athletes back on the filed -- sports is still on hold for Milwaukee Public Schools.
'Why They Teach:' Campaign to boost recruitment amid shortage
Teachers in Milwaukee are sharing their stories in a new campaign called "Why They Teach," aimed at boosting recruitment amid a state and nationwide shortage.
MPS offers no-contact 'Head Start' registration, enrollment down
The district's Head Start program, normally in 35 different sites across Milwaukee, is now remote. Williams said enrollment needs a boost.
Over 3,000 MPS students haven't shown up for virtual learning
This comes more than five weeks after the early start calendar began -- and three weeks after the traditional.
Connect Milwaukee provides tech, online support for MPS students
To help ensure success, a local foundation helped ensure every MPS student had laptop and internet access — but more support is needed.