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Host an Exchange Student

Host An Exchange Student: The website with additional information is: www.facetheworld.org. Anyone interested may also contact me with any questions at: Tammie Matti, Community Representative mtammie47@gmail.com 262-893-9367 Face the World Foundation

Dads on Duty Forum

Dads on Duty Forum May 3rd 2025 Thrive on King 8am-12p Food provided

College and Career Night: Athletic Scholarships

College and Career Night: Athletic Scholarships MPS students in grades 8–11 and families are invited to learn how to master the college athletic landscape. Understand academic eligibility, the recruiting process, and the qualities of a successful athlete. Speaker is...

Easter Egg Hunt

MSOE and the Lil’ Jeannetta Robinson Gifts of Love Program Present: Victory Over Violence Free Community Easter Egg Hunt Milwaukee, WI April 5, 2025 — The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE), in partnership with the Lil’ Jeannetta Robinson Gifts of Love Program, is...

Building Family Engagement in Special Education

Building Family Engagement in Special Education Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 2:00 PM Register https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ktHKDTa7S_mdZzUndO8ycA Special education can often feel like a high-stakes challenge, with parents and schools struggling to stay on...

MPS will celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities

October 16, 2024 | News

HBCU WeekCollege and career planning is part of every student’s education journey in Milwaukee Public Schools. From October 21–25, 2024, the district will highlight Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Students can expect a variety of activities throughout the week and should plan to take part.

Below is a sampling of activities that students can enjoy as they make plans for college and career training. View a list of all activities at mpsmke.com/hbcuweek.

All Week: Staff are encouraged to wear HBCU and fraternity/sorority paraphernalia.

Monday: Students should learn about scholarships, internships, and other financial resources by visiting the United Negro College Fund and the Thurgood Marshall Fund websites. Graduating seniors should also create their ID for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) so they are ready when the application opens.

Tuesday: Students are encouraged to take a virtual HBCU tour and visit the HBCU webpage.

Wednesday: High school students and parents are encouraged to attend the UNCF Parent Workshop. Click here to register.

Thursday: High school students are encouraged to attend the UNCF Empower Me Tour. Learn about colleges, financial aid, scholarships, and more.

Friday: Students can learn about new opportunities by visiting the website of African-American Greek Letter Organizations (fraternities/sororities) that support scholastic achievement and equity.