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MPS Invest and Grow community meetings

Join MPS Academic Superintendents at meetings across the city to hear important updates and give feedback. Leadership will be making the rounds to present information to students, families, staff, and community members. For dates and locations, go to...

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...

Enroll Today for a Fun-Filled Summer with MPS Summer Academy!

Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time for families to start planning fun summer activities! Milwaukee Public Schools is again offering Summer Academy, and registration is open now. Summer Academy provides Milwaukee youth with exciting adventures,...

New MPS Superintendent Begins March 15

The Milwaukee Board of School Directors approved the contract for the next superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, Dr. Brenda Cassellius, in a special meeting Tuesday, March 4. Dr. Cassellius, who was selected by the board in February after an extensive public...

MPS Rolls Out Bus App to Help Families Track Their Child’s Bus

MPS has an exciting announcement for families with children who ride the school bus! Families now have access to an app called WheresTheBus. This app allows families to track their child’s bus in real time. WheresTheBus lets families know precisely when their child’s...

Share Your Voice as MPS Seeks Its Next Superintendent

MPS is searching for its next superintendent! This individual will lead the district to deliver a high-quality education for students, support families, inspire staff, and enhance the community. The Milwaukee Board of School Directors has selected Hazard Young Attea...

MPS Budget Meetings

February 13, 2026 | News

Attend an MPS Budget Meeting to learn more about the MPS 2026–27 budget priorities, processes, and timeline. Share your thoughts!

Free childcare is available at in-person meetings.

For more information go to mpsmke.com/budget.

In-Person Sessions

  • Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
    James Madison Academic Campus
    8135 W. Florist Ave.
    Milwaukee, WI 53218
  • Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
    Casimir Pulaski High School
    2500 W. Oklahoma Ave.
    Milwaukee, WI 53215
  • Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
    Riverside University High School
    1615 E. Locust Street
    Milwaukee, WI 53211

Virtual Session

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Access the virtual meeting at mpsmke.com/budgetvirtual