Walt Whitman School

K4 - 8th Grade

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4200 S. 54th Street
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MPS Budget Meetings

February 13, 2026 by Renea Drews

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...]

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MPS Invest and Grow community meetings

November 17, 2025 by Renea Drews

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...]

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Back to School Night

August 13, 2025 by Deborah Clemens

🎒✨ Back to School Night is almost here, and we’re READY to go to the NEXT LEVEL! 🚀📚 📅 Date: August 27th⏰ Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 At Whitman Come meet your teachers, explore classrooms, and see what exciting adventures this school year has in store! 🎉 ✅ Tour the campus✅ Get important info✅ … [Read more...]

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Get essential back-to-school tips and be ready on Tuesday, September 2

August 1, 2025 by Renea Drews

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...]

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2025-2026 School Supply List

July 3, 2025 by Deborah Clemens

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TJiR4ObappmWbt7ZKQ1r7TcOQj0mSn7YAPxIAp-HfEc/edit?usp=sharing   2025 - 2026 Whitman School Supply List(1) … [Read more...]

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JUNE FAMILY NEWSLETTER

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Please click here for our June family newsletter, full of important and exciting information! … [Read more...]

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MAY FAMILY NEWSLETTER

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Please click here for our May family newsletter, full of important and exciting information! … [Read more...]

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APRIL FAMILY NEWSLETTER

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Please click here for our April family newsletter, full of important and exciting information! … [Read more...]

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ENROLL TODAY FOR A FUN-FILLED SUMMER WITH MPS SUMMER ACADEMY!

March 11, 2025 by Renea Drews

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...]

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NEW MPS SUPERINTENDENT BEGINS MARCH 15TH

March 6, 2025 by Renea Drews

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...]

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Whitman Calendar

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    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

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