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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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The Department of Education has resumed garnishments for defaulted student loans. Here is what you need to know.
For the first time since 2020, the federal government has begun notifying defaulted borrowers their wages and tax returns could be garnished.
Posted inCommunity, Education
MPS kindergarten enrollment starts Saturday, Jan. 31. Here’s what you need to know.
MPS kindergarten enrollment starts Saturday, Jan. 31. Here’s what you need to know.
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Audubon robotics teams help students break down barriers and build skills (and confidence)
Once a five-person team, the robotics program has grown to 32 students and two teams, including a newly formed all-girls team.
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My most memorable story of 2025: Milwaukee Sign Language School struggles with teacher vacancies
The struggle of vacancies at Milwaukee Sign Language School isn’t unique to the school; but the school serves populations that don’t get served elsewhere.
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Here’s how Milwaukee high school students can learn to drive next semester
Milwaukee Public Schools students can take driver’s education classes for only $35.
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Ten places for kids to have fun this winter break
Winter break starts on Dec. 22 for Milwaukee Public Schools, but fear not – these Milwaukee events are sure to keep kids busy.
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Here are 6 places where your child can meet Santa and get free gifts in Milwaukee
Organizations across Milwaukee are spreading the holiday spirit by hosting toy giveaways and Santa meet-and-greets.
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Here’s how you can make your voice heard at MPS meetings
Everything you need to know about when, where and how to share your thoughts with the MPS Board of School Directors.
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Milwaukee Public Schools plans audit to look at how it serves students with disabilities
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius is gearing up for a districtwide special education audit.