Walt Whitman School

K4 - 8th Grade

MPS District website (414) 604-7700
[email protected]
4200 S. 54th Street
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.
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Academics

A student works on a computer while his teacher watchesWalt Whitman School is a traditional neighborhood K-8 school. More often than not, parents who start their child off at Whitman- no matter what grade they begin with us- stay with Whitman.  We have a great response of parents being involved in their child’s education and a solid base of volunteerism is present in our school culture.

We have everything to offer here at our school.  Basic education cornerstones such as Reading, Writing and Mathematics are augmented by a rigorous deployment of learning in multiple content areas such as Social Studies, Health, and Science.  Rounding out our student experiences includes Art, Music, Physical Education and even individual/group musical instrument lessons.

Our daily learning is aligned to the State Common Core Standards and we utilize the latest technological tools to monitor and improve student performance.

Thanks for choosing Walt Whitman- we hope you stay part of our family and community!

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and State Report Card

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Whitman 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 Whitman School

(414) 604-7700
[email protected]
4200 S. 54th Street
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

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