Attend an MPS Budget Meeting to learn more about the MPS 2026–27 budget priorities, processes, and timeline. Share your thoughts! Free childcare is available at in-person meetings. For more information go to mpsmke.com/budget. In-Person Sessions Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00 … [Read more...]
MPS Invest and Grow community meetings
Join MPS Academic Superintendents at meetings across the city to hear important updates and give feedback. Leadership will be making the rounds to present information to students, families, staff, and community members. For dates and locations, go to mpsmke.com/investgrow. … [Read more...]
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 our School Calendars … [Read more...]
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, activities, and classes to inspire … [Read more...]
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 search process, will begin leading … [Read more...]
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 bus will arrive at the bus … [Read more...]
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 Associates (HYA), a national … [Read more...]
Join MPS at the Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration!
The words will be in Spanish and the music will be universal at the 2024 MPS Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. The event takes place Saturday, October 12, at South Division High School with the theme of “The Music that Unites Us” / “La música que nos une.” The celebration will start at 9:00 … [Read more...]
Calling All 8th Graders! It’s Time To Choose a High School for Next Fall!
MPS High School Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is open from September 28 through November 4, 2024. To assist families and students in selecting a school, MPS will host a High School Enrollment Fair on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The fair will be held at … [Read more...]
Sign up Now for Summer Academy!
Grades K5-8 can take part in a six-week camp with weekly themes in art, music, math, science, and literacy. Session runs June 24 to July 26 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Middle and high school students can catch up on credits or get ahead. Two sessions are available: June 13-July 2 and June … [Read more...]