Milwaukee Public Schools detailed some measures it’s considering using to decide which schools it might close. Some community members and educators worry the system would punish schools for issues related to North Side disinvestment.
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Opinion: The real cost of weakening Head Start standards
Early education leaders Ruth Schmidt and Jennie Mauer say proposed changes to Head Start will erode the quality and public confidence in the program.
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Disconnected: Terminated staff and former patrons left with concerns after abrupt shutdown of tech-training program for seniors
Seniors and former staff say the Tech Connect program was temporarily eliminated in late August. They’re raising concerns about the shutdown of the program and asking for guidance for seniors who still need technology resources.
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At least a dozen graves of Milwaukee Indian boarding school students uncovered
An ICT investigation has revealed the graves of 14 students who died while attending Good Shepherd Industrial School, a federally funded Indian Boarding School, from 1884 to 1891. Those students – all girls – are buried in Calvary Cemetery.
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Opinion: MPS still needs a plan: Full minds, not half-empty buildings
Colleston Morgan of City Forward Collective says MPS needs to make tough decisions on school closures and a comprehensive plan to place more students in stronger schools.
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4 updates from the latest MPS monthly board meeting
Here’s what you need to know about the most recent Milwaukee Public Schools Board of Directors’ meeting.
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Wisconsin immigrants can keep using clinics, Head Start and adult education, judge rules
A federal judge last week rejected a controversial rule that would have required states to check the immigration status of anyone seeking to use federally funded adult education, Head Start, community health clinics and more.
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Kids, teens and parents can find their voices through literacy at this free family-friendly event on Saturday
Together We Create 4 Kids is teaming up with Raising our Village and other organizations for a literacy empowerment event at North Division High School this weekend that includes workshops for all ages and an opportunity to receive a free laptop.
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MPS high school enrollment opens Saturday. Here’s everything you need to know to enroll your eighth grader.
High school enrollment for the Milwaukee Public Schools 2027-2028 school year is open from Sept. 26 through Nov. 2. Here’s what you need to know.
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Franklin police to patrol Indian Community School following handgun incident
Franklin police will conduct regular patrols at Indian Community School when students return Monday, following a handgun threat against a staff member. The school is also adding private security and other support services.