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ALBA offers a wide range of academic, art, enrichment, and wellness programs that support student creativity, engagement, and overall growth.<\/p>\n

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America SCORES Milwaukee<\/h2>\n

America SCORES Milwaukee provides our community\u2019s urban youth with the opportunity to be active and engaged in structured after-school activities. Students in our after-school enrichment program participate in America SCORES Milwaukee programming.<\/p>\n

Arts in Community Education (ACE) Program<\/h2>\n

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO)\u2019s Arts in Community Education (ACE) Program brings MSO musicians, fellow artists, lesson plans, and learning materials to ALBA. Students participate in ACE programming, and they attend an MSO concert just for them at the Bradley Symphony Center.<\/p>\n

Danceworks: Mad Hot Rhythm<\/h2>\n

Danceworks inspires our fifth and sixth graders to move their bodies and work together to create performing art. Participation in Mad Hot Rhythm boosts self-confidence and creativity, promotes respect, and teaches children that creative movement feels great!<\/p>\n

First Stage<\/h2>\n

Arts-integrated workshops and theater trips help scholars develop an appreciation for the performing arts and see themselves as performers.<\/p>\n

FoodWIse<\/h2>\n

This six-week nutrition program educates families and students about the best choices for planning and creating healthy meals and snacks.<\/p>\n

Learning Journeys<\/h2>\n

Learning Journeys<\/a> are educational field trips for all MPS students that are designed to take what students are learning in the classroom out into the real world. These annual opportunities aim to expand students\u2019 career awareness (K3\u2013grade 3) and help them explore potential careers (grades 4, 5, and 8).<\/p>\n

Milwaukee Art Museum Junior Docent Program<\/h2>\n

The Milwaukee Art Museum Junior Docent School Program invites students in grades three through five to explore the visual arts during 10 visits to the Milwaukee Art Museum. This personalized, three-year course of study teaches vocabulary and history, and students develop cultural and historical awareness. They earn \u201cJunior Docent\u201d status after selecting, researching, and presenting a favorite item from the museum\u2019s collection!<\/p>\n

Milwaukee Ballet\u2019s Relev\u00e9 Program<\/h2>\n

Students in second, third, and fourth grade have the opportunity to participate in this year-long ballet training program through weekly classes. The program aims to give them a foundation of ballet training for continued study or for pursuit of areas like music, theater, or sports. Students in the Relev\u00e9 program showcase their growth during a spring performance that is beloved by students and families alike. They are eligible to receive scholarships to attend classes through Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy.<\/p>\n

Neighborhood Environmental Education Project (NEEP) at the Urban Ecology Center<\/h2>\n

Students visit the Urban Ecology Center (UEC) for field experiences. Through UEC\u2019s Neighborhood Environmental Education Project (NEEP), classes visit local green spaces to learn from UEC educators through hands-on activities. Students may explore local habitats, identify plants, find signs of animal life, or even build forts with classmates! Every trip has a portion outdoors and is engaging for all students and parent chaperones. All three centers have outerwear available to borrow for all participants to explore in any weather.<\/p>\n

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)<\/h2>\n

To promote positive student behavior and improve learning, Milwaukee Public Schools use a system of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)<\/a>.<\/p>\n

PBIS is a three-tiered approach that begins by teaching expectations and encouraging collaboration and consistency in classrooms. Teachers and students co-design agreements and routines that align with three districtwide expectations: \u201cBe Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible.\u201d<\/strong> For students who need more support, higher tiers offer structure, interventions, and follow-up to address specific concerns.<\/p>\n

After years of use, MPS and other districts across the country are reporting higher student achievement, improved school environments, and fewer classroom disruptions and student suspensions.<\/p>\n

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Milwaukee Art Museum Junior Docent Program<\/h3>\r\nFor more than thirty-five years, the\u00a0Milwaukee Art Museum Junior Docent School Program<\/a> has introduced elementary school students to the vocabulary, elements, and history of art while developing critical thinking skills. Over three consecutive years, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students visit nine times, contextualizing art into their life. To finish their\u00a0third year students create a\u00a0culminating project that is presented to their peers and family, then they become official Junior Docents!\r\n

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra \u2013 ACE Program<\/h3>\r\nThe\u00a0MSO Arts in Community Education Program<\/a>\u00a0is nationally acclaimed and enhances students\u2019 education through the integration of music and art into the school curriculum, accomplished through six ACE program components. ACE integrates music and arts into daily core subjects, giving students a comprehensive learning experience. It is nationally recognized as a model in arts education.\r\n

Urban Ecology Center<\/h3>\r\n

The\u00a0Urban Ecology Center<\/a>\u00a0gets people outside.\u00a0On any given day you\u2019ll find\u2026<\/p>\r\n\r\n