Milwaukee Public Schools

Happy 4th of July Milwaukee!

All MPS schools and sites, including Central Services, will be closed on July 4 in observation of the holiday.

Don't miss out on FREE help completing your FAFSA application this summer! Join us at a FAFSA completion event:
📆 Wednesday, July 10, 5-7pm
📍Madison High School (JMAC) - 8135 W. Florist Avenue
mpsmke.com/fafsa

MPS Offers Passport to Summer Reading 📚 Keep reading during the summer!

MPS is offering events over the summer where children can listen to stories and take part in activities. The first 25 families at each event will receive a free book!
https://mpsmke.com/3WXNGo8

What’s a good way to keep children engaged over the summer? Reading 📚 Sharing books together as a family or curling up with an exciting story can help keep reading skills and vocabulary sharp over the summer. Students who read in their free time are shown to be better readers, have a larger vocabulary, score higher on tests, and have greater content knowledge.
https://mpsmke.com/3VLlqD1

It's time for Freshman Bridge!
MPS high schools will host Freshman Bridge to help new students get prepared for a great freshman year. Attending Freshman Bridge helps students to be ready for the first day of class, settle in quickly, and discover the support available in high school.
mpsmke.com/freshmanbridge

Children can receive free meals at select MPS sites this summer! All Milwaukee children age 18 and under are eligible. Free breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be offered but vary by site. Meals must be eaten on site and are not available to be carried off site. Check the schedule to access free meals for children.
mpsmke.com/summermeals

College and Career Centers Summer Hours 🎓
MPS College and Career Centers are available all summer to assist students in grades 6 through 12 (and beyond) with FREE college and career support and the FAFSA. Three sites are open this summer Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Centers will be closed July 4-5. For more information on summer programs and virtual office hours, please visit mpsmke.com/CACC.

Kilbourn Elementary School teacher recognized for 33 years of dedication Kilbourn Elementary School on Milwaukee’s north side has eleven teachers each of who have been there for 25 or more years.

Twilight Centers provide safe, fun spaces for young people. At the Twilight Centers, offers programming and extended hours at select school locations so young people in the city have a safe place to go during the evenings for free. mkerec.net/twilight

Join the Super Reader Squad or take part in the Teen Summer Challenge! Children of all ages can sign up to enjoy adventures, great stories, and exciting characters through reading.
https://www.mpl.org/summerreading/

Summer is for sparking creativity!
Our Summer Academy: Computer Applications in Art class is off to a fantastic start! This past Monday, June 24th, students dove into the world of design using Canva.

The M-Cubed Annual Planning Summit on June 21st brought together MPS, MATC, and UWM for a productive day. They reflected on the shared mission, vision, and goals, solidifying a commitment to work together.

MPS offers virtual education through its MVP program for children in grades K5–12!

Students in kindergarten through grade 5 receive face-to-face instruction for part of the day. Students in grades 6–12 work independently. On-demand tutoring is available for all ages.

Students are connected to an MPS school where they can choose to participate in sports, clubs, and activities. High school seniors graduate from their connected MPS school. Enrollment is open now!
https://mpsmke.com/456UVeD

MPS is hiring for all positions! No matter what your passion is, you’ll find a home in Milwaukee Public Schools. Make a difference in our community and join the MPS team. mpsmke.com/careers
✨🔹 Summerfest: June 27-29, July 4-6 at Summerfest Grounds
✨🔹African Cultural Festival: July 6 at Brown Deer Park
✨🔹Bastille Days: July 11-12 at Cathedral Square Park

HBCU Campus and Career Tour a Success!
Students from Audubon, Pulaski, Rufus King, South Division, and Washington High Schools in grades 10 and 11 had a fantastic time exploring HBCU campuses and corporations in Alabama and Georgia June 17-20.
https://mpsmke.com/2UZCYPZ

Calling all future freshmen!
Join us for Freshman Bridge! This program will help you:
📕Find your locker, get your ID, & tour the school
📕Understand how high school works
📕Meet your teachers
📕Check out after-school programs, clubs, & sports
📕Get tips from older students
📕Learn about credits & the importance of your GPA
📕Visit your on-site College & Career Center
📕Pick up your Class of 2028 T-shirt
📕Free breakfast and lunch
📕Transportation: WisGo Cards will be available

mpsmke.com/freshmanbridge

Summer's here 😎
.. and so is Summer Academy! This Beach Volleyball class is heating things up at Bradford Beach 🏐

Committee on Accountability, Finance, and Personnel: Tues. June 25, 5:30 p.m.
Special Board Meeting: Tues. June 25, 6:30 p.m.

▪️ Livestream: https://mpsmke.com/3klv3p2
▪️ Online agendas: https://mpsmke.com/3ylh8nZ
▪️ Guidelines for Testimony https://mpsmke.com/2ToRzUC

Join us THURSDAY!
Are you interested in college or career training? Not sure what to do next?
Join us for a FREE College and Career Expo! Rising seniors and recent MPS
graduates are invited to learn about colleges and universities, gap year programs,
trades, and apprenticeships. Attend workshops about financial aid and career
readiness. Get help with the FAFSA. Discover the right path for you!
💼 June 27 • 1:00–3:00 p.m.
💼 Hamilton High School: 6215 W. Warnimont Ave.
https://tinyurl.com/CACCEXPO24
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¿Te interesa la universidad o quieres recibir entrenamiento para una
carrera? ¿No estás seguro de lo que harás en el futuro? Ven a nuestra
Exposición Universitaria y Profesional. Los estudiantes senior y los recién
graduados de MPS podrán obtener información sobre universidades, programas sabáticos, oficios y pasantías. Asiste a los talleres sobre ayuda financiera. Obtener ayuda con la FAFSA.¡Descubre el camino adecuado para ti!
💼 Jueves 27 de junio de 2024 • 1:00–3:00 p.m.
💼 Hamilton High School: 6215 W. Warnimont Ave.
https://tinyurl.com/CACCEXPO24

Don't miss out on FREE help completing your FAFSA application this summer! Join us at a FAFSA completion event:
📆 Wednesday, June 26, 5-7pm
📍Hamilton High School - 6215 W. Warnimont Ave
mpsmke.com/fafsa

Attend the The Milwaukee Parent Institute on June 25 - these sessions will help your child be successful in high school, college and beyond, you do not want to miss out on this opportunity!
High School (9th grade): www.bit.ly/mpihs
📍MPS Central Services - June 25, 5:30-7:30pm (English Session)
📍Mitchell Street Library - June 25, 5:30-7:30pm (Spanish Session)

Middle School (6th grade): www.bit.ly/msmpi
📍MPS Central Services - June 25, 5:30-7:30pm (English Session)
📍MATC Walker’s Square - June 25, 5:30-7:30pm (Spanish Session)

learn more https://mpsmke.com/4eu3bKL

That's a wrap for Forest Home Avenue School 5th graders! This class will start a new school AND 6th grade next year. We are so of your accomplishments 👏🏾
mpsmke.com/foresthome

Will your child be in 6th grade or 9th grade this fall? Join us on June 25 for Milwaukee Parent Institute! Get tips to help your child succeed in middle school, high school, and beyond.
https://mpsmke.com/4eu3bKL

Twilight Centers provide safe, fun spaces for young people. At the Twilight Centers, Milwaukee Recreation offers programming and extended hours at select school locations so young people in the city have a safe place to go during the evenings for free. mkerec.net/twilight

Rising seniors and recent graduates can get college and career guidance at the College and Career Expo. Join us on June 27 to learn about colleges and universities, gap year programs, trades, apprenticeships, and financial aid.
https://mpsmke.com/3VPbg5n