Join MPS Academic Superintendents at meetings across the city to hear important updates and give feedback. Leadership will be making the rounds from November 2025 through May 2026 to present information to students, families, staff, and community members. Sessions are...
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Bike/Walk to School Day was a HUGE success
Bike/Walk to School Day was a HUGE success at Grantosa Drive School! Thanks to the Bike Federation for helping students gain confidence on two wheels — and to the amazing staff who cheered them on every step (and pedal) of the way! We were also featured in a video on...
October Parent Letter
Dear Families, The first month of school has been a strong start, and I want to thank you for your continued partnership. We have now completed 21 days of school attendance, and I am proud to share that over 75% of our students have achieved perfect attendance....
Get essential back-to-school tips and be ready on Tuesday, September 2
Milwaukee Public Schools wants to help students get the new school year off to a great start! The district is offering important information to guide families as the start of school approaches this fall. All MPS students begin school Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Visit...
Recent Celebrations
Enjoy photos from our Father's Day celebration, grade level awards ceremony, and field trip.
Celebrating Scholars at our 8th Grade Completion Ceremony
The 8th Grade Completion Ceremony at Grantosa Drive School was a joyful celebration for all. Congratulations graduates! We look forward to seeing all that you will accomplish. You make us Grantosa Proud!
Settling Into Summer
As a principal, Saturdays aren’t always for settling. Even in July, my mind drifts to August:
- How will the first day of school feel?
- How do we ensure our amazing staff is fully prepared?
- How can we deepen our connection with families?
But today, I’m settling into a different thought — our 8th graders are now freshmen. They’re heading off to high school, full of thoughts, nerves, excitement, and dreams. I can’t help but wonder:
- What are they thinking about?
- How are they getting ready?
- What will their journey look like?
And I already know one thing for sure: They will do EPIC things.
Why? Because they come from an EPIC place.
They’ve been supported by epic staff, led by epic leadership, and are part of a district with an EPIC vision. They are Grantosa Made, and that means they are ready to live EPIC in high school and beyond.
To our new high schoolers: we are proud of you. We believe in you. And we can’t wait to hear all about your high school adventures.
Enjoy your summer. Rest, dream, and prepare to thrive. And don’t forget to come back and see your Grantosa family at Open House on August 27th from 4–6 PM. I’ll be here — your favorite family principal, Mr. HILLIARD — ready to welcome you home.
#GrantosaProud #LiveEPIC #MPSForward #OnceADragonAlwaysADragon
#HighSchoolReady #FamilyPrincipal