Elementary, Middle, and Charter Schools are welcome to set-up a tour to visit Washington High School of Information Technology during the 2024-2025 school year for prospective families and students. Parents and gradians are encouraged to attend with their child's...
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OWENS PLACE ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK
Good morning Community Partners, Happy Monday! Per usual I have attached the activities we are having this week. We hope to see you and your youth/young adult in the building!! Have a great day everyone! Jay Wick Resource Center Specialist Owens Place (North) 4610 W....
IMPORTANT: REVIEW THE MPS VISITOR POLICY
MPS welcomes families in our buildings. To maintain a safe, productive learning environment, we have policies to ensure visits do not interrupt teaching and learning during the school day. When family members are visiting a school, please remember that: • Families are...
Join the DMMAC!
District Multilingual Multicultural Advisory Council (DMMAC) We need parents and educators of English Learner (EL) students to offer their views about EL programs. This input is essential for the planning, operation, and evaluation of EL programming. Who can join the...
MATC Smart Start: College-Ready, Parent-Ready
MATC Smart Start: College-Ready, Parent-Ready These events in Milwaukee provide parents with in-depth information about MATC’s Smart Start program, its benefits, and the steps to enroll their children. Additionally, attendees will learn about the Smart Start...
Celebrating Abilities Special Education Family Forum
SAVE THE DATE! For the 9th annual Celebrating Abilities Special Education Family Forum Saturday, March 8, 2025 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Join us for an engaging forum designed to empower families of children with disabilities. Celebrating Abilities will feature workshops,...
MPS will celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities
College 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.