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MPS leader says 25 students died from gun violence. That must change. | Opinion
In the fourth part of an interview with new MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius she discusses the loss of 25 students to gun ...
Despite millions in relief funding, Wisconsin students are still not back to pre-pandemic achievement levels
A report by the Wisconsin Policy Forum analyzes how federal relief aid was used to address pandemic recovery goals.
Brenda Cassellius says MPS must right-size to help deal with $100 million deficit | Opinion
In the second part of an interview with new MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius, she discusses projected budget deficit, ...
NC bill could shield name, image, likeness contracts with public schools
A bill passed by the North Carolina General Assembly last week aims to shield name, image, and likeness contracts with public ...
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Just 27% of MPS fourth graders read at a basic level. A second state audit demands change
A second state-ordered audit of Milwaukee Public Schools focuses on how the district teaches its students. It found glaring ...
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Lead cleanup finishes at another Milwaukee Public Schools building
Lead cleanup work has finished on another Milwaukee Public Schools building Superintendent Brenda Cassellius today announced ...
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Milwaukee Public School referendum eases fiscal challenges, but long-term maintenance issues remain
A 51 million revenue infusion, made possible by voter approval of a 2024 referendum, has substantially brightened the short ...
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Milwaukee's Westside Academy Cleared of Lead Hazards, Ready for New School Year
Milwaukee Public Schools announced Westside Academy is now clear of lead hazards and ready to open for the school year.
New Wisconsin school spending numbers show skyrocketing per-pupil price tags
Some schools in Wisconsin are spending more per-student than it costs to go to the University of Wisconsin’s biggest campus.
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MPS' Westside Academy cleared to reopen after lead cleanup
Another Milwaukee public school has been cleared of lead risks. Westside Academy will welcome students back on the first day of classes for the 2025-26 school year, scheduled ...
Opinion
MPS needs to rebuild trust before asking for money to fix or build new schools | Opinion
In the third part of an interview with MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius, she discusses plans for school facilities and role of race in past decisions ...
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Second lead screening clinic held for Milwaukee Public Schools students - Cincinnati Enquirer
Milwaukee Public Schools, health officials and community partners held a lead screening clinic for children after lead hazards were found in school buildings.