MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius’ controversial 2027 budget proposal passed Thursday. The new budget might balance the books for now, but another major financial shortfall could loom in the near future, according to a Wisconsin Policy Forum report.
Alex Klaus
Alex Klaus covers education and is a Report for America corps member. Previously, she covered Detroit K-12 schools for Chalkbeat Detroit. She’s also reported for Outlier Media, Detroit Documenters and Bridge Detroit as a freelancer. She graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in urban studies and public history.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of May 29
Practice your English skills with a movie club; enjoy family activities at a day of play; learn about the city’s mental health resources; and more.
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MPS proposes centralized equity department, major cuts to existing equity programs in new budget
The proposed budget suggests eliminating several Black and Latino Male Achievement, Gender and Identity Inclusion, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports positions next year.
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Here are places in Milwaukee where you can stay cool and be active in the water this summer
Summer is almost here. Soon, the hot weather will welcome swimmers to Lake Michigan, Milwaukee County pools and splash pads, and Milwaukee Recreation open swims.
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5 things to know and do the week of May 25
Hear about what’s happening in the Harambee neighborhood; learn how to start a business; get connected with health resources; and more.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of May 22
Buy affordable plants; discuss homeownership; celebrate Malcolm X with a wellness day; and more.
Posted inEducation, Health and Wellness
Ground breaks on student-designed meditation garden at Granville Lutheran School
Students designed, budgeted and pitched designs for a meditation garden in front of Granville Lutheran School, 8242 N. Granville Road. The garden should be finished by late June.
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5 things to know and do the week of May 18
Access reentry resources; learn how to ride MCTS buses; cook a plant-based meal; and more.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of May 15
Shop student-made goods; check out big trucks; learn about housing resources; and more.
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The SAVE plan for federal student loans is ending. What should borrowers do next?
The SAVE plan allowed borrowers to pay as little as $0 a month for their federal student loans. Now borrowers will need to choose a different path.