"It never gets old:" Gov. Walker, MPS superintendent greet students on 1st day of school
MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of students in Milwaukee said goodbye to summer vacation and hello to a new school year on Tuesday, September 5th.There was a celebration at Walt Whitman School, marking the official first day for students on Milwaukee Public Schools’ traditional calendar, after early start schools began on August 14th.“As you all know, at MPS, we love it so much we do it twice," MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver joked.
MILWAUKEE -- Thousands of students in Milwaukee said goodbye to summer vacation and hello to a new school year on Tuesday, September 5th.There was a celebration at Walt Whitman School, marking the official first day for students on Milwaukee Public Schools’ traditional calendar, after early start schools began on August 14th.“As you all know, at MPS, we love it so much we do it twice," MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver joked.
Summer is not over on the calendar, but it is for Milwaukee Public Schools students
MILWAUKEE -- Summer is not over on the calendar, but it is for Milwaukee Public Schools students.
MILWAUKEE -- Summer is not over on the calendar, but it is for Milwaukee Public Schools students.
Eighty First Street School: "Another successful start of the school year"
MILWAUKEE -- Brian Kramp spent the morning at Eighty-First Street Elementary School for MPS' first day of school.
MILWAUKEE -- Brian Kramp spent the morning at Eighty-First Street Elementary School for MPS' first day of school.
Board recommends MPS close Daniel Webster Secondary School effective September 1st
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) administration is recommending the Milwaukee Board of School Directors close Daniel Webster Secondary School, effective September 1st.“MPS is committed to ensuring that all children have the highest quality education possible and every chance for success,” said MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver in a statement provided to FOX6 News. “Webster’s enrollment was not sufficient enough to provide the robust academic programs every student in Milwaukee Public Schools deserves.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) administration is recommending the Milwaukee Board of School Directors close Daniel Webster Secondary School, effective September 1st.“MPS is committed to ensuring that all children have the highest quality education possible and every chance for success,” said MPS Superintendent Darienne Driver in a statement provided to FOX6 News. “Webster’s enrollment was not sufficient enough to provide the robust academic programs every student in Milwaukee Public Schools deserves.
After call from Houston coach, Marquette basketball team sends shoes, gear to Texas
HOUSTON -- Marquette University Athletics officials are donating shoes and shirts from the school to the victims of Tropical Storm Harvey.
HOUSTON -- Marquette University Athletics officials are donating shoes and shirts from the school to the victims of Tropical Storm Harvey.
Back by popular demand: MPS hosts 3rd Uniform and Enrollment Fair
MILWAUKEE -- There is another chance to get children prepared for the upcoming school year.
MILWAUKEE -- There is another chance to get children prepared for the upcoming school year.
Former nursing student sues Marquette University, claims school was negligent in rape case
MILWAUKEE -- A former nursing student alleges Marquette University's lack of action allowed another student to sexually assault her.
MILWAUKEE -- A former nursing student alleges Marquette University's lack of action allowed another student to sexually assault her.
"I am so excited:" Freshmen to move into residence halls on Marquette University campus
MILWAUKEE -- A time-honored tradition is underway at Marquette University.
MILWAUKEE -- A time-honored tradition is underway at Marquette University.
MPS teacher recovering from attack by student, calls the incident "unfortunate"
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Public Schools teacher attacked by a student at South Division High School tells FOX6 News he is not sure when he will return to the classroom.Cell phone video showed a student punching the teacher several times in the head.The teacher, who we are not identifying, tells FOX6 News he has painful injuries to his jaw and spine from the attack.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Public Schools teacher attacked by a student at South Division High School tells FOX6 News he is not sure when he will return to the classroom.Cell phone video showed a student punching the teacher several times in the head.The teacher, who we are not identifying, tells FOX6 News he has painful injuries to his jaw and spine from the attack.
16-year-old MPS student arrested after punching teacher several times in the head
MILWAUKEE -- A teacher at South Division High School punched by a student.
MILWAUKEE -- A teacher at South Division High School punched by a student.
Sendik’s Fresh2GO opens on campus of Marquette University
MILWAUKEE -- The new Sendik’s Fresh2GO Marquette store officially opened on the campus of Marquette University on Tuesday, August 22nd.The grocery store is located on 16th Street, just north of West Wells Street.Marquette President Michael Lovell was joined on Tuesday by Sendik’s family co-owner Ted Balistreri and civic leaders, including Mayor Tom Barrett and Alderman Bob Bauman, as well as other senior leaders from Marquette and Sendik’s for the grand opening celebration.
MILWAUKEE -- The new Sendik’s Fresh2GO Marquette store officially opened on the campus of Marquette University on Tuesday, August 22nd.The grocery store is located on 16th Street, just north of West Wells Street.Marquette President Michael Lovell was joined on Tuesday by Sendik’s family co-owner Ted Balistreri and civic leaders, including Mayor Tom Barrett and Alderman Bob Bauman, as well as other senior leaders from Marquette and Sendik’s for the grand opening celebration.
"I'm thrilled to be here:" UWM hosts NASA-sanctioned eclipse viewing party
MILWAUKEE -- From captivation to mild curiosity...
MILWAUKEE -- From captivation to mild curiosity...
Police: Marquette University employee hit by car near campus
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University police say a Marquette University employee was hit by a vehicle and seriously injured while crossing the street on Monday, August 21st.It happened around 1:20 p.m. near the intersection of 15th and Wells Street.Officials say MUPD immediately responded to the scene and the employee was taken a hospital for treatment.The employee is in stable condition.Authorities say the driver of the vehicle cooperated with the investigation.
MILWAUKEE -- Marquette University police say a Marquette University employee was hit by a vehicle and seriously injured while crossing the street on Monday, August 21st.It happened around 1:20 p.m. near the intersection of 15th and Wells Street.Officials say MUPD immediately responded to the scene and the employee was taken a hospital for treatment.The employee is in stable condition.Authorities say the driver of the vehicle cooperated with the investigation.
Solar eclipse glasses given out by UWM are not safe
MILWAUKEE -- Solar eclipse glasses distributed by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students are now believed to be fake.
MILWAUKEE -- Solar eclipse glasses distributed by University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students are now believed to be fake.
"It's really cool:" Watch the Great American Solar Eclipse safely next Monday
MILWAUKEE -- It's quite possibly the most anticipated solar eclipse ever -- and it happens on Monday, August 21st.
MILWAUKEE -- It's quite possibly the most anticipated solar eclipse ever -- and it happens on Monday, August 21st.
"Nothing like the 1st day of school:" MPS welcomes back early start students with celebration
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) welcomed back its high school, middle school and select elementary school students on Monday, August 14th to kick off the new early start calendar.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) welcomed back its high school, middle school and select elementary school students on Monday, August 14th to kick off the new early start calendar.
UWM's Manfred Olson Planetarium to host NASA-sanctioned viewing of total solar eclipse
MILWAUKEE -- The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on August 21st will host a viewing of the total solar eclipse.According to a news release from UWM officials, at noon on August 21st, unless it’s very cloudy, the sky will begin to get unusually dark.The Manfred Olson Planetarium staff at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is hosting a NASA-sanctioned viewing and picnic event that day from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with telescopes and safety eyewear available.
MILWAUKEE -- The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee on August 21st will host a viewing of the total solar eclipse.According to a news release from UWM officials, at noon on August 21st, unless it’s very cloudy, the sky will begin to get unusually dark.The Manfred Olson Planetarium staff at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is hosting a NASA-sanctioned viewing and picnic event that day from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with telescopes and safety eyewear available.