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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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...
Money for college is available—fill out the FAFSA for Fall 2027!
High school seniors—it’s time to apply for financial aid for college and technical schools! The first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application shows students their eligibility for grants and loans, and is used by colleges across the country to develop each student’s financial aid package.
MPS kicked off the opening of the FAFSA season with an event on October 13 at Washington High School. MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius, along with Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, MATC President Anthony Cruz, and UWM Chancellor Thomas Gibson, encouraged students to submit their FAFSA as soon as possible.
All MPS families should be aware that completion of the FAFSA is a graduation requirement for the Class of 2026. Filling out the FAFSA often shows students that college can be affordable through grants and loans and opens a pathway to college or technical school. More information and the application link are available at mpsmke.com/FAFSA. When filling out the application, be sure to click on the link for the 2026–27 school year.
Families and students who have questions about the FAFSA or the graduation requirement should meet with a high school counselor or College and Career Center advisor to learn more. After a meeting, families who are still unable to submit the FAFSA may request a waiver for this graduation requirement.
MPS has College and Career Centers in 21 high schools to help students fill out the FAFSA, explore colleges, write essays, and complete college applications. Hours vary by school. MPS students can contact any College & Career Center to get the help they need from a college and career advisor. For more information about College & Career Center locations, hours, and services, visit the MPS College & Career Centers page.
Students who wish to fill out the FAFSA should visit https://studentaid.gov/. Applicants are cautioned to use only this website and to avoid any websites that charge a fee.