
01/01/2021
Milwaukee Public Schools extends joyous wishes for a safe, healthy, educational new year!
MPS is committed to accelerating achievement, cultivating leadership and strengthening relationships between youth and successful adults. Milwaukee Public Schools is committed to accelerating student achievement, cultivating leadership and building stronger, more positive relationships between the city’s youth and adults who can showcase the path to success.
The district’s commitment to improvement continues to show results: Learn more about MPS by visiting http://mpsmke.com/news.
Mission: Milwaukee Public Schools is a diverse district that welcomes all students, preparing them for success in higher education, post-educational opportunities, work, and citizenship.
Operating as usual
Milwaukee Public Schools extends joyous wishes for a safe, healthy, educational new year!
Two MPS teachers are Wisconsin Teachers of the Year. Meet Koren Jackson and Susan Richardson!
Koren and Susan you make us #MPSProud!
Read more at: https://bit.ly/2JziOqP
MPS wants family input—take our survey!
Please take our survey and offer input about your child’s virtual learning experience this semester, along with your thoughts about returning to face-to-face learning.
Take our survey at: http://mpsmke.com/familysurvey
MPS will offer free supper meals for pick-up in addition to packaged breakfasts and lunches for children beginning January 4, 2021.
Find more information at: https://bit.ly/3o4nh3D
MPS is looking for family and community members to take part in a committee that will review science textbooks and discuss the best options for students.
Sign up to join and offer important feedback about future science textbooks at https://bit.ly/2KO3TJD
We want to hear from our families! MPS needs feedback about virtual learning and returning to school. Take our survey and share your thoughts at: https://bit.ly/2K5cU0x
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MPS extends holiday wishes to our students, families, staff, and the entire Milwaukee community! May you enjoy a relaxing break and all the joy of the season.
We want to hear from our families! MPS needs feedback about virtual learning and returning to school. Take our survey and share your thoughts at: https://bit.ly/2K5cU0x
City of Milwaukee Health Department
The holidays are going to look a little different this year, but there are many ways to celebrate safely. Follow these tips to keep yourself, friends, and family safe this year. milwaukee.gov/coronavirus #StaySafeMKE
Reminder: No school December 23 - January 3.
Enjoy your Winter Break!
MPS Central Region "Deck the Halls" Remix https://youtu.be/D3MDoGktqDI via @YouTube #MPSProud #WinterBreak
This video is about Central Region Video 2020-21
Holiday Message from the staff Lowell Elementary! #MPSProud #WinterBreak
Check out this video message from Lowell Staff! We want to wish all of our Lowell students, families, and friends Happy Holidays! Enjoy the winter break, we will see you all again on Monday, January 4th!
Winter Break is a great time to work on college applications, FAFSAs, and scholarships. CACC Advisors will be available December 28-30 from 10 am - 3 pm to assist you on our virtual office meet.google.com/wyk-frux-xvf.
MPS is looking for family and community members to take part in a committee that will review science textbooks and discuss the best options for students.
Sign up to join and offer important feedback about future science textbooks at https://bit.ly/2KO3TJD
REMINDER: Winter Break Meal Bundles will be available TOMORROW. Every child age 18 or younger can receive a meal bundle. Because several items are refrigerated or frozen, families are recommended to make space in the refrigerator and freezer for safe storage.
Read more about Winter Break Meal Bundles at: https://bit.ly/2K6LIif
Families, get answers to questions about your child's grades, attendance, assignments, and more on Infinite Campus. This tool gives instant access to your child's records and contains helpful information from your child's teacher and school. Log in at Infinite Campus at https://bit.ly/38mbAik.
Contact your child's school if you need help logging in.
If your child is in grades 6-11 and plays piano, apply for a scholarship to the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music! The Mary Horwitt Scholarship will provide $1,000 to students who show a level of skill in playing piano. The scholarship is intended for Fall 2021. Learn more at https://bit.ly/2IH9Bfu
REMINDER: MPS Holiday Break is December 23, 2020 to January 3, 2021
We hope students and families enjoy the upcoming break and have a safe and relaxing holiday season. As a reminder, meals will not be served at Stop, Grab, and Go sites during this time. On December 22, every student can pick up a Winter Break Meal Bundle at Stop, Grab, and Go sites.
Learn more at https://bit.ly/2K6LIif
MPS will offer extra meals for students on Dec. 21 plus Winter Break Meal Bundles on Dec. 22, 2020.
Most MPS high schools have first semester final exams scheduled through December 22. Students and families can take steps to improve success.
Read some important tips to prepare at https://bit.ly/2IRkawC
ICYMI: Check out the latest version of the Family Friday Newsletter.
Read more about:
* MPS Holiday Break is December 23, 2020 to January 3, 2021
* Winter Break Meal Bundles
* Prepare for Exams
You can find it @: https://conta.cc/38hP0XT
We want to hear from our families! MPS needs feedback about virtual learning and returning to school. Take our survey and share your thoughts at: https://bit.ly/2K5cU0x
MPS is seeking family and community members to review science textbooks and online resources and make recommendations for selection. Members will receive access to online sample textbooks in December and take part in weekly meetings in February. Scheduling will be determined by participants.
Two committees will be formed to focus on K-8 textbooks and grade 9-12 textbooks. Sign up to join and offer important feedback about future science textbooks at https://bit.ly/2J4Qool
Parent Coordinators, please complete the form for any family member or community partner interested in participating on this committee. MPS is seeking voluntary participation of parents and individuals of community organizations to comprise a Parental Advisory Committee to review and select competit...
The holiday break is a great time for high school seniors to fill out college and scholarship applications, search for schools, fill out the FAFSA for financial aid, and get help with plans for after graduation. MPS College and Career Centers will have virtual hours Dec. 28-30, from 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
The CACC virtual office can be accessed at http://mpsmke.com/cacc
Congratulations Lois Womack, Finalist for the 2020 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching!
Let’s all give a big shout out to Lois Womack, 4th/5th grade math teacher, at Marvin Pratt Elementary School.
Lois, you make us all #MPSProud!
Congratulations🎉 to the five WI educators named finalists for the 2020 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The award is considered the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government for math and science teachers.
Marcia Gardner, 4th grade science teacher, Southern Bluffs Elementary, School District of La Crosse
Sonja Hungness, 6th grade math teacher, Kromrey Middle School, Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District
Mary Ellen Kanthack, 8th grade science teacher, Brookwood Middle School, Genoa City Schools
Leigh Kohlmann, 6th grade science teacher, Rock River Intermediate School, Waupun Area School District
Lois Womack, 4th/5th grade math teacher, Marvin Pratt Elementary School, Milwaukee Public Schools
#wiedu #wischat #PAEMST
ICYMI: 100 MPS students will be receiving new desks from Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE). MSOE is hosting a desk drive to provide students with proper workspaces for virtual learning at home. #ThankYou #MPSProud
Read the story at: https://bit.ly/2LModvm
100 Milwaukee Public School students will be receiving new desks from the Milwaukee School of Engineering.
Check this out! Milwaukee Recreation and Arts @ Large are looking for local artists to be a part of our spectacular playfield renovation project at Southgate Playfield!
Please visit our website to apply and find more details on the project, timeline, compensation, playfield, and more: bit.ly/3oYUTzU
Milwaukee Recreation and Arts @ Large are looking for local artists to be a part of our spectacular playfield renovation project at Southgate Playfield!
This public art project is focused on beautifying various areas of the newly renovated Southgate Playfield with engaging and interactive artwork. The areas of beautification include three concrete oval planters and four walking path nodes.
Please visit our website to apply and find more details on the project, timeline, compensation, playfield, and more: bit.ly/3oYUTzU
Join us in celebrating alumni Heroes Among Us during these challenging times in our lives. #HeroesAmongUs
Today we celebrate MPS Alumni Damon Shoates . David you make us #MPSProud!
Read the full story at: https://bit.ly/3mqIDXd
MPS wants family input—take our survey!
Please take our survey and offer input about your child’s virtual learning experience this semester, along with your thoughts about returning to face-to-face learning.
Take our survey at: http://mpsmke.com/familysurvey
Tune in, stream or watch the Regular Monthly Board Meeting: Thurs. Dec. 17, 6:30 P.M.
The meeting will be broadcast on WYMS 88.9 FM, or on Spectrum Channel 13, & via livestream (audio) or watch live on the MPS YouTube channel @: http://mpsmke.com/boardcast
To access the online agendas, please visit https://esb.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/
Thursday's Fresh Fruit and Vegetable produce bag - How our Food Choices Affect the Environment
Learn more about the program and Stop Grab and Go @ http://mpsmke.com/stopgrabgo
Watch the how to video at: https://youtu.be/TYL3jJFQbWM
The Department of Nutrition Services will continue the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program in the month of December. The provided produce bags will help famili...
Most MPS high schools have first semester final exams scheduled for December 18 to 22, 2020.
Students and families can take steps to prepare to improve success. Follow these tips at https://bit.ly/2IRkawC to ensure a good exam experience.
Do you have a bachelor’s degree and an interest in becoming a teacher? Join us! Learn about the many opportunities to become a teacher and make a positive impact in the lives of children.
Join us TOMORROW for the MPS Virtual Hiring Event! MPS staff will share information on certification programs to obtain licensure quickly and at a minimal cost. The MPS employment application process is easy and staff will be ready to assist and answer questions.
More info at mpsmke.com/jobfair or call 414.475.8224.
Check out some of the photos from Victory K-8 & Milwaukee Italian Immersion School Spirit Week! #MPSProud
SPIRIT WEEK FUN PICS!
Thanks Ms. M for dressing up as a snow man and wearing your amazing hat! Tomorrow is dress like a candy cane day. What will YOU wear?
MPS in the News: TMJ4 News - Adriana Mendez - Milwaukee students challenged to invest 100K minutes in math learning over five days. #MPSProud #MKEMathWeek
Watch the full story at: https://bit.ly/3nmzXCG
Milwaukee Public School students are being challenged to invest 100,000 minutes in math learning over five days
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Welcome back to school message from Kim Shine at CBS 58 News. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Regional Superintendent, East Region, Toni Dinkins. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Katie Crowther at TMJ 4 News. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Sheldon Dutes at WISN 12 News. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from MATC President Dr. Vicki Martin. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Instructional Leadership Director, East Region, Miguel M. Sánchez. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Derica Williams at Fox 6 News. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Cherney Amhara at WISN 12. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
One more welcome back to school message to finish off the week, from Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Interim Chief Human Resources, Adria Maddaleni. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Andréz Muñoz, Manager at Teach for America. #MPSProud #MPSDayOne
Welcome back to school message from Lauren Feaster, Professional Dimensions. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Dr. Eve M. Hall, President of the Milwaukee Urban League. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from Michelle London at Spectrum News. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from District 2 Alderman, Council President Cavalier Johnson. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from the Chief of School Administration, Dr. Katrice Cotton. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from State Senator Lena Taylor. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from the Regional Superintendent of the High School Region, Dr. Jennifer Smith. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
Welcome back to school message from MTEA Vice President Ingrid Waker-Henry. #MPSDayOne #MPSProud
What are you Looking Forward to Friday? Thank you for sharing your message during #MPSspiritweek. There is still time to show your school spirit! Post your photos & videos using the hashtags #MPSspiritweek & #MPSProud, tag Learn more @ http://mpsmke.com
What are you Looking Forward to Friday? Thank you for sharing your message during #MPSspiritweek. There is still time to show your school spirit! Post your photos & videos using the hashtags #MPSspiritweek & #MPSProud, tag Learn more @ http://mpsmke.com
What are you Looking Forward to Friday? Thank you for sharing your message during #MPSspiritweek. There is still time to show your school spirit! Post your photos & videos using the hashtags #MPSspiritweek & #MPSProud, tag @MilwaukeeMPS Learn more @ http://mpsmke.com
Milwaukee Public Schools is committed to accelerating student achievement, cultivating leadership and building stronger, more positive relationships between the city’s youth and adults who can showcase the path to success. The district’s commitment to improvement continues to show results. Learn more about MPS by visiting http://mpsmke.com/news.
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