MPS High School Enrollment for the 2024-25 school year is open from September 23 through October 31, 2023. The sooner you enroll, the better your chance of getting your school of choice! To learn more about how to apply, enrollment criteria, and to see high school open house dates and times, … [Read more...]
Gaenslen Library Featured in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Our amazing new library was featured in a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article! Read the story. … [Read more...]
Gaenslen celebrates new library with ribbon cutting ceremony
Students at Frederick J. Gaenslen School are enjoying a new library that includes a story teller's circle, tree trunk reading nook, nature-themed artwork, technology, and cozy spaces with new furniture, shelves, and hundreds of new books. The new space was designed to be engaging and accessible for … [Read more...]
MPS Immunization Clinics
With the 2022–23 school year underway, Milwaukee Public Schools is collaborating with the Milwaukee Health Department to host vaccine clinics at multiple locations. All MPS students, families who live at the same address, and staff are eligible. Staying up to date on vaccines is essential to avoid … [Read more...]
Families — Read the MPS rights and responsibilities guide as the school year starts
All MPS families are encouraged to read the Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities and Discipline as the 2022–23 school year gets underway. This annual publication details many MPS programs, student and family rights, and the MPS Code of Conduct. Important information for athletes is … [Read more...]
MPS provides free summer meals for children
Milwaukee Public Schools is excited for your children to join us this summer for free freshly prepared meals available at more than 50 sites. All children age 18 and under from any school are eligible (you do not need to attend an MPS school). This summer, meals must be eaten on site and are not … [Read more...]
Gaenslen Panther Fun Run
Hello, Gaenslen families! Our Panther Fun Run fundraiser will kick off in just 3 weeks, on Wednesday, June 1st. Our goal is to raise $10,000 for our playground redevelopment project and to strengthen our school community. We’ve asked our friends at Booster to power our fundraiser to make it more … [Read more...]
Weaving Center Featured in OnMilwaukee Magazine
The Alice Bertschy Kadish Memorial Weaving Center was featured in an article in OnMilwaukee Magazine. Read all about it at onmilwaukee.com/articles/kadish-weaving-center. … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Public Schools Returns to Mandatory Mask Mandate for Students and Staff
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has announced that masks will be mandatory for students and staff in all district buildings. The policy will take effect Wednesday, April 20, 2022. The decision was made after determining a significant transmission of the virus within the city of Milwaukee. The mask … [Read more...]