Keefe Avenue School

K4 - 5th Grade

MPS District website (414) 267-4800
[email protected]
1618 W. Keefe Ave.
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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About

Keefe Avenue School exteriorKeefe Vision Statement

We envision that the Keefe Avenue School staff will be motivated to support students to become productive global citizens and lifelong learners through character development, inquiry learning and the use of technology.

We will empower families through open and frequent communication. We will build positive relationships and connect families to Keefe Avenue School and the community.

We will be (an active) pillar in our community where staff, students, families and community members work together to ensure (daily) social and academic success for our students.

What does this look like?

  • Staff and families working together
  • Families coming to Keefe Avenue School for assistance
  • Staff and students working together
  • Community agencies working with families, students and staff
  • Every person feeling valued and respected

Keefe Values

How we conduct ourselves. The principles that guide us daily in teaching our students, while working together and interacting with the community we serve. We value:

  • having a respectful partnership with students, families, and the community
  • having a peaceful, inclusive, diverse, productive working and learning environment
  • individualized support that promotes meaningful relationships to develop the whole child
  • using an equitable and culturally responsive approach to instruction
  • new and innovative ways to use technology
  • teamwork through communication, collaboration, leadership, and the sharing of ideas
  • student autonomy and empowerment to be actively engaged in their education through inquiry-based teaching and learning

Athletics & Interscholastic Sports

  • Basketball (B)
  • Cheerleading
  • Soccer

College & Career

  • Comprehensive Program

Community Partners

  • Arts @ Large
  • Wisconsin Conservatory
  • St. Mark AME Church
  • Families & Schools Together (FAST)

Parent Resources

  • Parent Resource Center

School Improvement Plan
and State Report Card

Keefe Avenue Updates

MPS Budget Meetings

MPS Invest and Grow community meetings

More Updates >>>

Keefe Avenue Calendar

  • Apr15
    Student Early Release (2 hours); Professional Development (K-12)

  • Apr28
    Lead-Screening Clinic
    4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
  • Apr30
    No Classes (Professional Development Day)

  • May1
    No Classes (Professional Development Day)

  • May6
    Biennial Music Festival
    6:30 pm
    Panther Arena

Contact Keefe Avenue School

(414) 267-4800
[email protected]
1618 W. Keefe Ave.
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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5225 W. Vliet Street
Milwaukee, WI 53208
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