Milwaukee Public Schools launched the Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement in fall 2017. This department works to specifically address the glaring disparities in academic and life outcomes for young men and boys of color and to implement programs that improve their lives.
The department reports directly to Superintendent and will work to analyze data and adopt local and national best practices that result in improved academic and life outcomes for this population.
The National Campaign for Black Male Achievement (CBMA) will support the Department of Black and Latino Male Achievement through a strong partnership. CBMA has selected Milwaukee as one of five priority cities and has worked closely with district and community leaders to identify proven strategies and to coordinate resources to improve academic and life outcomes for boys and men of color.
The Department of Black & Latino Male Achievement will collaboratively create the systems, structures, and spaces that guarantee success for all Black and Latino boys and young men in Milwaukee Public Schools.
Vision:
Black & Latino Boys and Young Men will possess an affirmed sense of identity, dignity and self confidence and will have the necessary tools to triumphantly navigate college, career and life.
Priority Strategies:
Connect with Local and National Initiative to Implement Best Practices in strategic priority areas of:
#ChangeTheNarrative Campaign - Reimagining Black and Latino Boys and Men;
Black and Latino Male Mentorship;
Improve School Culture through Dignity, Equitable Practices, and Capacity Building;
Manhood Development Academies;
Recruit Black and Latino Male Teachers
Use School and District Data to Improve Academic and Life Outcomes
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