Science in action! MPS features students' work at fair
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- More than 200 science projects were on display at the Milwaukee County Zoo on Thursday, May 1st for the 7th annual Milwaukee Public School District Science Fair.273 students participated this year, from 36 schools all over the district which is a substantial increase from last year.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- More than 200 science projects were on display at the Milwaukee County Zoo on Thursday, May 1st for the 7th annual Milwaukee Public School District Science Fair.273 students participated this year, from 36 schools all over the district which is a substantial increase from last year.
Proposed MPS budget increases investment in classrooms
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Gregory Thornton proposed a 2014-15 budget to invest in classrooms and increases the standard of care for students across the district.The proposal includes adding another 50 art, music, and physical education teaching positions into MPS schools.The 50 new positions for 2014-15 are on top of the positions added into schools for the 2012-13 and 2013-14 school years.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Gregory Thornton proposed a 2014-15 budget to invest in classrooms and increases the standard of care for students across the district.The proposal includes adding another 50 art, music, and physical education teaching positions into MPS schools.The 50 new positions for 2014-15 are on top of the positions added into schools for the 2012-13 and 2013-14 school years.
Group wants portion of funds from potential new Bucks arena
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks may have a hard time building a new venue without sharing millions with non-profit organizations.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee Bucks may have a hard time building a new venue without sharing millions with non-profit organizations.
Free eyeglasses provided to students at Milwaukee schools
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Several students at Lloyd Hopkins Community School are going to be studying in style after receiving free eyeglasses.35% of students failed free screenings back in February -- and were back for more testing Wednesday, April 2nd."We have about 80 students that we are going to put through the visual acuity testing.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Several students at Lloyd Hopkins Community School are going to be studying in style after receiving free eyeglasses.35% of students failed free screenings back in February -- and were back for more testing Wednesday, April 2nd."We have about 80 students that we are going to put through the visual acuity testing.
Riverside University H.S. students sleep outside for good cause
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For the 14th year, students at Milwaukee Public Schools’ Riverside University High School slept outside to raise money for Habitat for Humanity and raise awareness about homelessness.This year’s student-led “Box City” begins tonight — the night of Thursday, March 13 — with dozens of students participating.Last year, students raised $3,000 for the cause.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- For the 14th year, students at Milwaukee Public Schools’ Riverside University High School slept outside to raise money for Habitat for Humanity and raise awareness about homelessness.This year’s student-led “Box City” begins tonight — the night of Thursday, March 13 — with dozens of students participating.Last year, students raised $3,000 for the cause.
Gregory Thornton officially resigns as MPS superintendent
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent Gregory Thornton has officially resigned from the district.This comes one day after Thornton signed a contract worth more than a million dollars with Baltimore City Public Schools.Thornton's contract will have a base salary of $290,000 -- compared to the $265,000 base pay he received from MPS.Thornton starts in Baltimore in July.He served as MPS superintendent for four years.Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Michael Bonds has issued the following statement to FOX6 News on Thornton's resignation:“I’m grateful for Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- FOX6 News has learned Milwaukee Public Schools superintendent Gregory Thornton has officially resigned from the district.This comes one day after Thornton signed a contract worth more than a million dollars with Baltimore City Public Schools.Thornton's contract will have a base salary of $290,000 -- compared to the $265,000 base pay he received from MPS.Thornton starts in Baltimore in July.He served as MPS superintendent for four years.Milwaukee Board of School Directors President Michael Bonds has issued the following statement to FOX6 News on Thornton's resignation:“I’m grateful for Dr.
MPS College Access Centers help people apply for financial aid
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- College can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be a financially crippling experience.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- College can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be a financially crippling experience.
MPS teachers, psychologists to get 1% bonus from district
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools teachers and psychologists were sent an email on Tuesday morning, March 4th indicating they would be getting a one-percent bonus in an upcoming check -- a move that has the teachers union crying foul.MPS Board, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, decided that instead of increasing the base salaries of teachers and psychologists, give them this one-time payment, equaling one-percent of their salary, for a total of $3.6 million.A similar one-time payment went to support and administrative staff in January, costing $3.5 million.The email sent out on Tuesday, signed by outgoing Superintendent Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools teachers and psychologists were sent an email on Tuesday morning, March 4th indicating they would be getting a one-percent bonus in an upcoming check -- a move that has the teachers union crying foul.MPS Board, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, decided that instead of increasing the base salaries of teachers and psychologists, give them this one-time payment, equaling one-percent of their salary, for a total of $3.6 million.A similar one-time payment went to support and administrative staff in January, costing $3.5 million.The email sent out on Tuesday, signed by outgoing Superintendent Dr.
Two MPS wrestlers finish in top 5 at state tourney
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Two Milwaukee Public Schools wrestlers finished in the top five in their weight class at the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) State Tournament over the weekend – and two MPS boys basketball teams advanced to WIAA sectionals.Wrestler Mohammed Fall of MPS’ Bradley Technology and Trade School (Bradley Tech) took 2nd place and Justin Folley of MPS’ Riverside University High School finished in 5th place.In Division 1 boys basketball, MPS’ Rufus King International School – High School Campus advanced to take on Brookfield Central High School.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Two Milwaukee Public Schools wrestlers finished in the top five in their weight class at the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) State Tournament over the weekend – and two MPS boys basketball teams advanced to WIAA sectionals.Wrestler Mohammed Fall of MPS’ Bradley Technology and Trade School (Bradley Tech) took 2nd place and Justin Folley of MPS’ Riverside University High School finished in 5th place.In Division 1 boys basketball, MPS’ Rufus King International School – High School Campus advanced to take on Brookfield Central High School.
MPS school breaks records for Jump Rope for Heart fundraising
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools’ Milwaukee German Immersion School has raised a record-breaking total – more than $22,000 – for Jump Rope for Heart to battle heart disease and stroke.MGIS’ Jump Rope for Heart fundraising total is the largest any school in Milwaukee County has ever raised and includes the largest any Wisconsin school has ever raised online.Now the world’s largest charitable event, Jump Rope for Heart’s roots are in Milwaukee Public Schools.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools’ Milwaukee German Immersion School has raised a record-breaking total – more than $22,000 – for Jump Rope for Heart to battle heart disease and stroke.MGIS’ Jump Rope for Heart fundraising total is the largest any school in Milwaukee County has ever raised and includes the largest any Wisconsin school has ever raised online.Now the world’s largest charitable event, Jump Rope for Heart’s roots are in Milwaukee Public Schools.
MPS board "in limbo" after Sup. Thornton announces he's leaving
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Gregory Thornton has announced his departure, saying he is headed for Baltimore to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of Baltimore City Public Schools.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Gregory Thornton has announced his departure, saying he is headed for Baltimore to serve as the Chief Executive Officer of Baltimore City Public Schools.
Dr. Thornton named CEO of Baltimore City Public Schools
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Baltimore City Public Schools announced Tuesday, February 18th that Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Baltimore City Public Schools announced Tuesday, February 18th that Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr.
Source: MPS Superintendent Thornton headed to Baltimore
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- WBAL-TV in Baltimore is reporting that Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- WBAL-TV in Baltimore is reporting that Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Dr.
MPS enrollment now open in person or online
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools is encouraging families looking for a new school for the fall to take advantage of MPS’ Three-Choice Enrollment process, which is open through February 21 and gives families the best opportunity for a seat in their first-choice school.Families do have preferred access to their neighborhood schools during the Three-Choice process.Families are invited to visit any MPS school, a parent resource center (located at North Division, South Division and Washington high schools) or mpsmke.com/enrollMPS to find the school that’s best for their family and apply.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools is encouraging families looking for a new school for the fall to take advantage of MPS’ Three-Choice Enrollment process, which is open through February 21 and gives families the best opportunity for a seat in their first-choice school.Families do have preferred access to their neighborhood schools during the Three-Choice process.Families are invited to visit any MPS school, a parent resource center (located at North Division, South Division and Washington high schools) or mpsmke.com/enrollMPS to find the school that’s best for their family and apply.
Milwaukee Public Schools announces new make-up days
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools announced on Thursday, February 6th more student attendance make-up days for the rest of the 2013-14 calendar year.The make-up days are needed because of the multiple school cancellations in January due to inclement weather.Below is a list of the additional student attendance make-up days that have been scheduled:
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Public Schools announced on Thursday, February 6th more student attendance make-up days for the rest of the 2013-14 calendar year.The make-up days are needed because of the multiple school cancellations in January due to inclement weather.Below is a list of the additional student attendance make-up days that have been scheduled:
MPS employees rally for 7th annual blood drive
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The 7th Annual Milwaukee Public Schools Employee Blood Drive was held on Tuesday, February 4th.“We've had many folks from my area donate for the first time right here where as I don’t think you could have gone and had them make an appointment on their own,” said Joseph Devereaux, Supervisor of Maintenance and Repair for MPS.Devereaux said 59 employees signed up for this year’s blood drive, and that was their goal.“It is fun for people to be part of something larger than they are,” said Devereaux.This year they are also coming together for World Cancer Day, by adding a “Be the Match” booth which allows people to register for the National Marrow Donor Program.“They could potentially be a cure for someone battling a blood related cancer,” said Todd Coleman with the Blood Center of Wisconsin.The sign up didn’t take long for those who decided to register -- just a few minutes of paperwork and a quick cheek swab.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The 7th Annual Milwaukee Public Schools Employee Blood Drive was held on Tuesday, February 4th.“We've had many folks from my area donate for the first time right here where as I don’t think you could have gone and had them make an appointment on their own,” said Joseph Devereaux, Supervisor of Maintenance and Repair for MPS.Devereaux said 59 employees signed up for this year’s blood drive, and that was their goal.“It is fun for people to be part of something larger than they are,” said Devereaux.This year they are also coming together for World Cancer Day, by adding a “Be the Match” booth which allows people to register for the National Marrow Donor Program.“They could potentially be a cure for someone battling a blood related cancer,” said Todd Coleman with the Blood Center of Wisconsin.The sign up didn’t take long for those who decided to register -- just a few minutes of paperwork and a quick cheek swab.
MPS' Kevon Looney named McDonald's All-American
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You can't help but notice senior Kevon Looney at Alexander Milwaukee's Hamilton High School.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You can't help but notice senior Kevon Looney at Alexander Milwaukee's Hamilton High School.
All-School Enrollment Fair in Milw. to be held Saturday, Feb. 1st
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Families looking for a new school for the fall can meet staff and learn about the programs available at more than 100 schools Saturday, February 1st at Milwaukee Public Schools’ new All-School Enrollment Fair.The fair will showcase school options for students from age 3 through high school graduation that families won’t find anywhere else in the community, including strong neighborhood schools, arts specialty schools, Career and Technical Education (CTE) schools, International Baccalaureate schools, language immersion schools and Montessori schools.Representatives of key MPS programs and services including bilingual education, College and Career Readiness, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, special education and transportation will also be available for families.The All-School Enrollment Fair is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, February 1 at MPS’ Milwaukee High School of the Arts, 2300 W.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Families looking for a new school for the fall can meet staff and learn about the programs available at more than 100 schools Saturday, February 1st at Milwaukee Public Schools’ new All-School Enrollment Fair.The fair will showcase school options for students from age 3 through high school graduation that families won’t find anywhere else in the community, including strong neighborhood schools, arts specialty schools, Career and Technical Education (CTE) schools, International Baccalaureate schools, language immersion schools and Montessori schools.Representatives of key MPS programs and services including bilingual education, College and Career Readiness, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, special education and transportation will also be available for families.The All-School Enrollment Fair is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, February 1 at MPS’ Milwaukee High School of the Arts, 2300 W.
AT&T, NEA donate $98,000 to MPS aquaponics program
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — AT&T and the NEA Foundation are teaming up to increase low-income students’ interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education by supporting Milwaukee Public Schools’ Urban Schools Aquaponics initiative through a two-year contribution that includes $98,000 that will directly impact the program.The goal: provide more students with the skills and knowledge they’ll need for 21st century jobs and develop curriculum and instructional content that educators can use to build similar programs nationwide.“Projects like these empower educators to develop and use proven practices to deliver rigorous, engaging learning experiences that we know excite and interest underrepresented student groups in STEM,” said Harriet Sanford, president and CEO of the NEA Foundation.“In order to keep our country’s economic growth and innovation engine moving, it’s critical that we develop STEM skills in our young people,” said Scott T.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — AT&T and the NEA Foundation are teaming up to increase low-income students’ interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education by supporting Milwaukee Public Schools’ Urban Schools Aquaponics initiative through a two-year contribution that includes $98,000 that will directly impact the program.The goal: provide more students with the skills and knowledge they’ll need for 21st century jobs and develop curriculum and instructional content that educators can use to build similar programs nationwide.“Projects like these empower educators to develop and use proven practices to deliver rigorous, engaging learning experiences that we know excite and interest underrepresented student groups in STEM,” said Harriet Sanford, president and CEO of the NEA Foundation.“In order to keep our country’s economic growth and innovation engine moving, it’s critical that we develop STEM skills in our young people,” said Scott T.
Milwaukee Public Schools CLOSED Monday and Tuesday
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Monday, January 27 and Tuesday, January 28 due to extremely cold weather conditions.
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools will be closed Monday, January 27 and Tuesday, January 28 due to extremely cold weather conditions.