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...
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...
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...
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!
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. Regular daily attendance is essential as we live out our goal of all students reading by March 2nd. Please remember, if your child is sick or absent, call the school office so we may excuse the absence.
Our school enrollment this fall reached 499 students. While we fell short of our target of 514 students, we are grateful that this enrollment allows us to keep class sizes low and, through the budget adjustment system, retain all of our dedicated staff. In addition, I am pleased to report that our suspension rate has decreased compared to last year, showing the positive growth of our school culture.
This year, our school theme is “Expect Great Things”, and together we are living out our motto: We Are EPIC—Everyday, Persistent, Innovative, and Committed.
Looking ahead, October brings many important events for our school community:
- Picture Day – October 6
- School Book Fair – October 6–9
- Parent-Teacher Conferences – October 7 & October 15
- Half-Day Early Release – October 8 at 2:00 PM for staff literacy training. Childcare is available for students enrolled in the afterschool program.
- Bike to School Day – October 8, starting at Grantosa at 8:00 AM. Students may bring their bikes to school, but all bikes must be taken home by 9:00 AM. Bikes are not permitted on school buses.
- No Student Attendance – October 17 & October 20
- 8th Grade High School Enrollment – This month, all 8th grade students must begin selecting their high school.
Thank you for supporting our shared priorities of attendance, literacy, and positive school culture. Together, we will continue to expect great things and show the world that We Are EPIC.
With appreciation, Thaddeaus Hilliard
Principal