3 new MPS schools transition to virtual learning due to COVID

Three Milwaukee Public Schools will move to virtual learning and return to in-person learning on Tuesday, Oct. 19.

Racine Lutheran students allege hateful rhetoric on campus

A group of minority Racine Lutheran High School students alleges they have been the target of hateful rhetoric and dehumanizing incidents at school.

Wisconsin online safety course available for parents, caregivers

Attorney General Josh Kaul, in partnership with the Department of Public Instruction, announced a free, online course for parents and caregivers on how to help keep kids safe online.

Pius XI graduates from 1959 visit alma mater
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More than 60 years after they left, a group of Pius XI High School graduates and a former teacher walked the halls of their alma mater. It was an adventure that brought back cherished memories.

Pius XI graduates from 1959 visit alma mater: 'Best years of my life'

More than 60 years after they left, a group of Pius XI High School graduates and a former teacher walked the halls of their alma mater. It was an adventure that brought back cherished memories.

UW officials: Complaint over counselors based on outdated info

A conservative legal group has threatened legal action against the University of Wisconsin-Madison for allegedly hiring three mental health providers to serve only students of color.

Student loan forgiveness: 550K borrowers to benefit from program overhaul

A change to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program will immediately make 22,000 borrowers eligible to get loans canceled, U.S. officials said.

World Teachers' Day amid COVID stress even more meaningful

Teachers mold future generations and touch dozens of lives on a daily basis. Tuesday, October 5 marks World Teachers' Day, a day to say thank you. 

FAFSA application drop during COVID
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Virtual learning and heading into the job force are perhaps just a few reasons fewer high school seniors applied for federal financial aid. It's a concerning indicator when it comes to college enrollment and the push to gain access and overcome financial barriers.

FAFSA application drop during COVID 'very troubling,' officials say

Virtual learning and heading into the job force are perhaps just a few reasons fewer high school seniors applied for federal financial aid. It's a concerning indicator when it comes to college enrollment and the push to gain access and overcome financial barriers.

Fire Prevention Week in Milwaukee
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Students throughout Milwaukee are learning how to stay safe when fire is in their home. It's all part of Fire Prevention Week.

Former Marquette star's false COVID documents led to arrest, officials say

Former Marquette University basketball player Lazar Hayward, who also played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, was among two travelers from Los Angeles arrested in Hawaii for "uploading falsified COVID documents."

Wisconsin Conservatory of Music instrument drive benefits students

The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music instrument drive collected donations that will make a difference for students who can't afford instruments.

'Americans In Spain' exhibit at Milwaukee Art Museum

Bringing art and academia together-- that's the idea behind the Milwaukee Art Museum's exhibit "Americas In Spain."

2 more MPS schools virtual due to COVID cases
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As of Thursday night, the Milwaukee Public Schools COVID-19 dashboard showed 595 open COVID cases as the teachers' union calls for a citywide mask mandate.

3 MPS schools virtual due to COVID, calls for Milwaukee mask mandate

As of Thursday night, the MPS COVID-19 dashboard showed 595 open COVID cases as the teachers' union calls for a citywide mask mandate.

School officials ask for federal help amid threats over COVID-19 policies

The nation's school boards are asking President Joe Biden for federal assistance to investigate and stop a growing number of threats made against their members.

House passes bill aimed at protecting K-12 schools against cyberattacks

The K-12 Cybersecurity Act will allow CISA to work with schools and other federal departments to examine any cybersecurity threats that could affect students or educators.

2 Milwaukee Public Schools virtual due to COVID-19

Two more Milwaukee Public Schools are moving to virtual learning due to COVID-19, an MPS dashboard shows on Thursday, Sept. 30.