“53206 Promise Partnership Schools serve more than 2,000 students in Milwaukee Public Schools from early childhood to high school,” Maurice Turner, Director of Instructional Leadership for MPS.

At the “Our Lights are On” event, families can learn about education offerings that include:

·        Early childhood programs including Head Start

·        STEM Programs

·        College and Career prep

·        After-School and recreation programs

·        Other school services, such as counseling, social work and more

Attendees will also have the opportunity to:

·        Discover employment opportunities in MPS

·        Find neighborhood services in 53206

·        Tour GE Innovation Lab inside Douglas Middle School

·        COVID and flu vaccines will be available for children and adults from Health Connections Inc.

About Promise Partnership Schools

MPS’ nine Promise Partnership schools, Auer Avenue, Benjamin Franklin, Green Bay Success Center, Gwen T. Jackson, Hopkins Lloyd, Keefe Avenue, LaFollette, Andrew Douglas, and North Division High School, are in the City of Milwaukee’s 53206 Zip Code. The are a part of the 53206 initiative, which is a collaborative of schools, local government, non-profits, and faith-based organizations that champion student learning and increased academic achievement for students to thrive in the 21st century.

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