{"id":44,"date":"2011-10-26T14:28:16","date_gmt":"2011-10-26T14:28:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www5.milwaukee.k12.wi.us\/school\/browning\/?page_id=44"},"modified":"2026-01-20T22:15:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T22:15:30","slug":"families","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mps.school\/browning\/families\/","title":{"rendered":"Families"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; module_class=&#8221;page-intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.2&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Browning is a school where students, families, staff, and community members work together for the good of all.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>We are a network of support to uplift families and grow students who will be the leaders of the future.\u00a0Family engagement is one of our school\u2019s top priorities, and parents and caregivers can contribute to Browning School as committee members, volunteers, and advocates.<\/p>\n<h2>Family and Community Resources<\/h2>\n<p>Parent Coordinator Latasha Holt runs the Browning School Parent Center and publishes our school newsletter. Our Parent Center is located in room 109, and is open during school hours. Parents and family members can connect with Latasha Holt at <a href=\"mailto:holtel@milwaukee.k12.wi.us\">holtel@milwaukee.k12.wi.us<\/a> or (414) 393-5241.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cThere is always hot coffee and comfortable chairs in our Parent Center for you to relax in. We can chat about anything that\u2019s on your mind. I am here to help you with any questions and I&#8217;ll work to find a solution using resources and our wonderful staff. I look forward to seeing you!\u201d \u2013 Latasha Holt, Parent Coordinator<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>District Advisory Council (DAC)<\/h2>\n<p>Families can stay informed on and share ideas about the district\u2019s Title I programs and priorities during monthly council meetings. Each school sends two delegates to meetings; alternates may attend as well.<\/p>\n<h2>Family Leadership Organization (FLO)<\/h2>\n<p>Monthly meetings promote family engagement. FLO meetings are an important way to get involved at Browning School, ensuring that parents and family members participate in discussion and decision-making that puts our students\u2019 needs first.<\/p>\n<h2>Communicating with Your Child\u2019s Teacher<\/h2>\n<p>Stay in touch with your child\u2019s teacher and stay up to date on their academic goals and accomplishments. Scholars feel extra motivated when they see teachers and parents working as a team to reinforce high expectations.<\/p>\n<p>Teachers at Browning School send progress reports to parents and guardians and hold conferences \u2014 one each fall and spring. We are ready to help our families with extra meetings or reports. Here are some tips for building a strong parent-teacher relationship.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Collect current school and teacher contact information at the beginning of every school year. You can gather this information from teacher handouts, during open-house events, or visit our <a href=\"..\/about\/staff-directory\/\">staff directory<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Join ClassDojo, a digital communication app that our staff use to communicate with families. Your scholar\u2019s teacher will provide login information.<\/li>\n<li>Attend parent-teacher conferences. Scholars are proud to \u201cshow off\u201d their school and feel supported when teachers and caregivers make time to meet at a conference. If a scheduled conference time does not work for you, contact the teacher to choose a different time. Or schedule a virtual appointment or phone call with the teacher. Ask if your child should attend.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/visitor.r20.constantcontact.com\/manage\/optin?v=001teuQlcKoWkjOVbSTzFnmNb62cwIos7N4mNzUq3WVFLUA0M-copZ0Fb_VxJDlK8k4arGhrvUE78oqeQQ0UrWBgXH9a8Xqok7mN9_z-BxTByM%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up for the MPS Family Friday Newsletter<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Supporting Your Child During the School Day<\/h2>\n<p>Family involvement leads to better grades, better attendance, improved test scores, higher self-esteem, and better behavior for children. Supporting your child\u2019s success at Browning School includes practices and priorities like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure your child arrives at school on time every day (7:25 a.m.).<\/li>\n<li>Call the attendance line when your child will be absent, at (414) 393-5200. We must be sure every student has arrived safely and follow up with any who are absent. We must also record absences correctly.<\/li>\n<li>Become a Browning School volunteer. Complete your <a href=\"https:\/\/mpsmke.com\/mpsvolapp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Milwaukee Public Schools volunteer application<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>We have fundraisers for family events, school-improvement projects, and our athletics program. Watch our school newsletter for information on fundraisers happening throughout the year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Supporting Your Child&#8217;s Education at Home<\/h2>\n<p>Routine and structure at home can keep your child focused on learning and can be enriching for your entire family.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Help your child with homework. At home, have a quiet time and place for homework.<\/li>\n<li>Explore learning programs and games with your child. Login through <a href=\"https:\/\/clever.com\/in\/milwaukee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clever<\/a> to find programs like Smarty Ants, My Path, Discovery Education, and Flocabulary.<\/li>\n<li>Check your child\u2019s bookbag every day for homework and messages.<\/li>\n<li>Read to your child every day.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure that your child gets at least nine hours of sleep every night.<\/li>\n<li>Dress your child appropriately for the weather. Please tell us if your child needs a coat or other outerwear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Campus Parent Portal<\/h2>\n<p>Sign up for <a href=\"campus-parent-portal\">Campus Parent Portal<\/a> to receive real time updates on your child\u2019s progress in school. Call our office (414) 393-5200 to find out how to sign up.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Browning is a school where students, families, staff, and community members work together for the good of all.We are a network of support to uplift families and grow students who will be the leaders of the future.\u00a0Family engagement is one of our school\u2019s top priorities, and parents and caregivers can contribute to Browning School as [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":5,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p align=\"left\">My name is Ms. Holt and I am the Parent Coordinator at our school. Our Parent Center is located in Room 109. There is always hot coffee and comfortable chairs for you to just sit, relax or we can chat about anything that\u2019s on your mind. 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