Grades 9–12

North Division High School

Grades 9–12

North Division High School

Grades 9–12

North Division High School

Academics

Educators and counselors, tutors and mentors are committed to helping North Division scholars achieve personal and academic goals as they work toward graduation.
Our diverse, in-demand academic programs offer scholars many opportunities to excel: dual enrollment courses to earn high school and college credit, career academies, construction classes, and internships. Flexibility and guided support are available to scholars who need extra help staying on track to graduate.

All courses of study are aligned to Common Core State Standards that set goals for what students learn at each grade level. For a complete list of the district’s high school programs, courses, and graduation requirements, review the MPS High School Programs and Graduation Requirements guide.

Ambitious Instruction Plan

The Milwaukee Public Schools Ambitious Instruction Plan recognizes and celebrates that our students come from many cultures and backgrounds. This plan focuses on high-quality, culturally appropriate teaching and learning. Our goal is to ensure that every student develops reading, writing, and math skills in ways that are meaningful to their individual lives and experiences. Our staff works together to understand each learner and find appropriate ways to assess and improve their progress. We then make sure that students can apply what they have learned in productive ways in school and in their community.

Common Core State Standards

The curriculum in Milwaukee Public Schools is based on Common Core State Standards. These standards were developed with teachers, school administrators, and experts to prepare all children for college and the workforce.

Advanced Placement (AP)

Sponsored by the College Board and taught by North Division teachers, Advanced Placement courses give students the chance to tackle advanced content and earn college credit.

Career and Technical Education

Students can earn high school and college credit, develop workforce-ready trade and technical skills, and participate in internships and apprenticeships. North Division scholars can choose from our school’s Information Technology or Health Sciences career academies. Scholars can develop beginner construction, electrical, and bicycle maintenance/repair skills in specialty classes in our school’s industrial wing.

Career Academies

Students interested in healthcare or information technology careers can enroll in North Division’s Academy of Health Sciences or Academy of Information Technology, part of the nationwide NAF network. After four years of career-focused classes, field experiences, and networking that extends from our classrooms into the community, North Division graduates with NAF experience have a competitive edge in applying for college, scholarships, and jobs.

NAF – Academy of Health Sciences

This academy shapes the next generation of health professionals. Through hands-on experiences and career-centered courses and activities, students develop a knowledge base and skills that prepare them to thrive in diverse and rewarding healthcare jobs.

NAF – Academy of Information Technology

This academy shapes the next generation of information technology professionals. Through hands-on experiences and career-centered courses and activities that can include coding, graphic design, and robotics, students develop a knowledge base and skills that prepare them for exciting college and career opportunities in this rapidly growing field.

Internships

North Division students who participate in an MPS internship are employed for a specific period of time to learn about a particular industry or occupation.

School-to-Work Transition Program

For three decades, the MPS School-to-Work Transition Program (STWTP) has placed students with special education needs at worksites across Milwaukee where they develop employment readiness and independent living skills while earning credit toward their high school diploma.

Youth Apprenticeship Program

Learning a trade and earning a paycheck are among the benefits of youth apprenticeships for junior and senior students who alternate classes at North Division with apprenticeships. Many students choose an apprenticeship affiliated with one of North Division’s two career academies.

Core Courses

Students enroll in classes — ranging from foundational to advanced — that fulfill graduation requirements in these core subjects: English/Language Arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and world languages.

Credit Recovery

Students who earn a “U” or “D” in a core course may use this district-approved online curriculum to recover credits.

Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment courses give students the chance to earn high school and college credit at the same time. North Division educators with advanced degrees are approved to teach Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) or University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) courses at North Division. Students may even attend classes on the MATC or UWM campus.

Early College Credit

Wisconsin high schoolers can take one or more courses at an institution of higher education.

M-Cubed College Connections Program

The M3 College Connections program is an innovative dual enrollment program of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) that allows eligible students to complete their high school graduation requirements while earning college credits from both MATC and UWM at no expense to the student. Students successfully completing the program have guaranteed admission to MATC and UWM. Students must be in good standing and on track to graduate to participate in the program.

Start College Now

Wisconsin high schoolers can take one or more courses at a two-year or technical college.

Electives

Students can fulfill college entrance requirements, gain new insight and knowledge, and develop specialty skills in elective classes focused on fashion, music production, entrepreneurship, and more.

Special Education

MPS serves all children with disabilities, including cognitive, emotional, hearing, learning, physical, speech, and vision disabilities. The school’s special education teachers, regular education teachers, school social worker, school psychologist, and administration work together to meet students’ needs.

If you think your child has special education needs, ask your child’s teacher or principal for an evaluation. For general questions about special education or specialized services, please call (414) 874-8493.