State lawmakers okay Milwaukee schools plan
MADISON (AP) -- The Assembly and Senate have agreed to allow Milwaukee schools to reopen negotiations for compensation or fringe-benefit concessions without nullifying existing union contracts.The measure, giving them 90 days, passed the Assembly early Wednesday.
MADISON (AP) -- The Assembly and Senate have agreed to allow Milwaukee schools to reopen negotiations for compensation or fringe-benefit concessions without nullifying existing union contracts.The measure, giving them 90 days, passed the Assembly early Wednesday.
Teacher's union wants to discuss contract changes with MPS
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's teacher's union (MTEA) is asking state lawmakers for permission to discuss contract changes with the Milwaukee Public School District.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's teacher's union (MTEA) is asking state lawmakers for permission to discuss contract changes with the Milwaukee Public School District.
MPS seeks volunteers to help in schools
MILWAUKEE -- Roughly 500 parents, students and community members have shown up to anti-violence meetings, in response to a rash of violence involving Milwaukee Public Schools students.
MILWAUKEE -- Roughly 500 parents, students and community members have shown up to anti-violence meetings, in response to a rash of violence involving Milwaukee Public Schools students.
Milwaukee School Board discusses ways to end youth violence
MILWAUKEE -- Four Milwaukee Public School students have been killed in violent incidents, since just last December.
MILWAUKEE -- Four Milwaukee Public School students have been killed in violent incidents, since just last December.
Business Journal Report (2-22-12)
In business news for Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 -- AnchorBank is taking over the Times and the Rosebud Theaters in a foreclosure case, but now says it will keep them open, at least for now.
In business news for Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012 -- AnchorBank is taking over the Times and the Rosebud Theaters in a foreclosure case, but now says it will keep them open, at least for now.
State Superintendent visits James Madison Academic Campus
MILWAUKEE -- Programs offered at Milwaukee Public Schools' James Madison Academic Campus got the attention of Wisconsin State Superintendent Tony Evers, and Evers took a tour of the campus Wednesday, and saw first hand how a hands on approach to learning is proving to be successful for many MPS students.State Superintendent Evers toured James Madison Academic Campus Wednesday as the MPS District celebrates Career and Technical Education month.
MILWAUKEE -- Programs offered at Milwaukee Public Schools' James Madison Academic Campus got the attention of Wisconsin State Superintendent Tony Evers, and Evers took a tour of the campus Wednesday, and saw first hand how a hands on approach to learning is proving to be successful for many MPS students.State Superintendent Evers toured James Madison Academic Campus Wednesday as the MPS District celebrates Career and Technical Education month.
Rufus King students learn CPR, AED skills
MILWAUKEE -- On Valentine's Day, Milwaukee Public School students were thinking about the heart, and learning skills to utilize when it comes to emergency situations involving this vital organ.There was a lot of shouting going on in the gymnasium at Rufus King High School Tuesday.
MILWAUKEE -- On Valentine's Day, Milwaukee Public School students were thinking about the heart, and learning skills to utilize when it comes to emergency situations involving this vital organ.There was a lot of shouting going on in the gymnasium at Rufus King High School Tuesday.
Continuing need for cold-weather clothing for MPS kids
MILWAUKEE -- Despite southeastern Wisconsin's unusually warm winter weather, Milwaukee Public School officials say warm clothing donations are always welcome!Marilynn Douglas, a social worker at Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School says donations of warm clothing continue to be welcome at Milwaukee Public Schools. "We saw lots of kids that needed items that they didn't have, and times are harder now, so we see even more of a need," Douglas said.Susan Schmidt is the founder of the Scooter Foundation, based out of her Bay View home.
MILWAUKEE -- Despite southeastern Wisconsin's unusually warm winter weather, Milwaukee Public School officials say warm clothing donations are always welcome!Marilynn Douglas, a social worker at Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School says donations of warm clothing continue to be welcome at Milwaukee Public Schools. "We saw lots of kids that needed items that they didn't have, and times are harder now, so we see even more of a need," Douglas said.Susan Schmidt is the founder of the Scooter Foundation, based out of her Bay View home.
Bridging the gap to stop youth violence
MILWAUKEE --The Milwaukee Public School District held a listening session Saturday to address what's been a concerning several days, after more than 20 people were arrested over the past week, following two big disturbances at two different high schools.The first incident occurred Thursday at Washington High School, where 12 were arrested after MPD responded to a fight.
MILWAUKEE --The Milwaukee Public School District held a listening session Saturday to address what's been a concerning several days, after more than 20 people were arrested over the past week, following two big disturbances at two different high schools.The first incident occurred Thursday at Washington High School, where 12 were arrested after MPD responded to a fight.
MPS to benefit from $18 million General Electric grant
MILWAUKEE -- A multi-million dollar donation from General Electric will provide a big boost for Milwaukee Public Schools.
MILWAUKEE -- A multi-million dollar donation from General Electric will provide a big boost for Milwaukee Public Schools.
11 people arrested outside Milwaukee's Madison H.S.
MILWAUKEE --Milwaukee police arrested 11 people after multiple fights broke out at Madison High School at 81st and Florist Friday afternoon.Police say the fights broke out inside the school and officers on the scene called for help.One officer was kicked in the face by an 18-year-old female student, after which police deployed an electronic control device to stop the threat.Eight people were arrested for disorderly conduct; three for resisting/obstructing an officer.Two police officers were hurt but did not require medical treatment.Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett issued the following statement in relation to the fights at Madison High School:“Today’s violent incident at Madison High School and yesterday’s after school fight at Washington High School are inexcusable.
MILWAUKEE --Milwaukee police arrested 11 people after multiple fights broke out at Madison High School at 81st and Florist Friday afternoon.Police say the fights broke out inside the school and officers on the scene called for help.One officer was kicked in the face by an 18-year-old female student, after which police deployed an electronic control device to stop the threat.Eight people were arrested for disorderly conduct; three for resisting/obstructing an officer.Two police officers were hurt but did not require medical treatment.Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett issued the following statement in relation to the fights at Madison High School:“Today’s violent incident at Madison High School and yesterday’s after school fight at Washington High School are inexcusable.
12 arrested after fights at Washington High School
MILWAUKEE -- 12 people were arrested after Milwaukee police responded to a fight at Washington High School Thursday afternoon.Milwaukee Public Schools spokeswoman Roseann St.
MILWAUKEE -- 12 people were arrested after Milwaukee police responded to a fight at Washington High School Thursday afternoon.Milwaukee Public Schools spokeswoman Roseann St.
Students teach during "Project Lead the Way" tour
MILWAUKEE -- Two dozen school leaders from across Wisconsin paid a special visit to Milwaukee's Escuela Vieau School Thursday, one of the leading MPS schools taking part in the "Project Lead the Way" program.Instead of learning from the teachers, eighth graders from Escuela Vieau School taught school leaders the basics of engineering. "They're seeing the kids work in robotics, electronics and also new projects showing weatherization and energy conservation," Lauren Baker, Milwaukee Public Schools Technical Education Coordinator said.25 educators toured the school's new technology lab, where students design their way through the learning process. "We have to make a car, so we started out with the pull toy.
MILWAUKEE -- Two dozen school leaders from across Wisconsin paid a special visit to Milwaukee's Escuela Vieau School Thursday, one of the leading MPS schools taking part in the "Project Lead the Way" program.Instead of learning from the teachers, eighth graders from Escuela Vieau School taught school leaders the basics of engineering. "They're seeing the kids work in robotics, electronics and also new projects showing weatherization and energy conservation," Lauren Baker, Milwaukee Public Schools Technical Education Coordinator said.25 educators toured the school's new technology lab, where students design their way through the learning process. "We have to make a car, so we started out with the pull toy.
Packers' youngest fans show their green and gold pride
MILWAUKEE -- Some of Wisconsin's youngest football fans showed their support of the Green Bay Packers with their own rally in Milwaukee Friday.
MILWAUKEE -- Some of Wisconsin's youngest football fans showed their support of the Green Bay Packers with their own rally in Milwaukee Friday.
Milwaukee Public Schools announce online enrollment
WITI-TV, MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announce that parents can now enroll their children online from home.
WITI-TV, MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) announce that parents can now enroll their children online from home.
Full house at MPS meeting where fate of four schools debated
MILWAUKEE -- Nearly every seat was full Tuesday night during a Milwaukee Public Schools meeting regarding the future of several schools.
MILWAUKEE -- Nearly every seat was full Tuesday night during a Milwaukee Public Schools meeting regarding the future of several schools.
MPS could close some schools for next school year
Parents of students at several Milwaukee Public Schools tried to make their voices heard Tuesday, at a meeting where MPS discussed closing schools like La Follette Elementary, Burrows Middle School, Carver Academy, and 65th and 68th Street Schools.
Parents of students at several Milwaukee Public Schools tried to make their voices heard Tuesday, at a meeting where MPS discussed closing schools like La Follette Elementary, Burrows Middle School, Carver Academy, and 65th and 68th Street Schools.
"Gear Up" program to help prepare MPS students for college
For many kids, going to college seems like just a dream, due to skyrocketing fees, and the rigorous workload.However, that mentality is beginning to change in the Milwaukee Public School District, as it's rolling out a new program after receiving a $30 million grant."In a city like Milwaukee, 3,000 children are homeless, but what we're attempting to do, is to begin to knock down those barriers for our young people to experience success, like many of us have experienced," Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Gregory Thornton said.Milwaukee Public Schools are preparing to launch a new program called "Gear Up." It stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs, and it's all thanks to a $15 million federal grant, that's matched by a group of local partners.The goal is to prepare MPS students to enter and succeed in college.The program begins with middle school students, and follows the students through high school, all the way up to their first year of college."Targeted tutoring to some of our students, workshops for parents and families about beginning to plan for college, and understanding what it takes to be on the pathway for college," MPS Chief Academic Officer Heidi Ramirez said."I want to get into college.
For many kids, going to college seems like just a dream, due to skyrocketing fees, and the rigorous workload.However, that mentality is beginning to change in the Milwaukee Public School District, as it's rolling out a new program after receiving a $30 million grant."In a city like Milwaukee, 3,000 children are homeless, but what we're attempting to do, is to begin to knock down those barriers for our young people to experience success, like many of us have experienced," Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Gregory Thornton said.Milwaukee Public Schools are preparing to launch a new program called "Gear Up." It stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs, and it's all thanks to a $15 million federal grant, that's matched by a group of local partners.The goal is to prepare MPS students to enter and succeed in college.The program begins with middle school students, and follows the students through high school, all the way up to their first year of college."Targeted tutoring to some of our students, workshops for parents and families about beginning to plan for college, and understanding what it takes to be on the pathway for college," MPS Chief Academic Officer Heidi Ramirez said."I want to get into college.