On Thursday, March 9, MACL staff participated in McTeacher Night to raise funds for school activities.  Thanks to all staff who volunteered and to our families who came to support! … [Read more...]

MACL culminated our celebration of Black History Month with a Bake Sale.  The contributions of Africans and African-Americans to food over generations are not only endless, but delicious!  Thank you to our staff and families for providing various delectable baked goods, and thanks to all who … [Read more...]

MACL celebrated the Year of the Rabbit with various activities, from making dumplings and learning to use chopsticks, to calligraphy writing and red envelope creating!  We culminated our Chinese New Year celebration with a parade and the lion dance. Thank you to Dr. Posley, Dr. Dinkins, and Mr. … [Read more...]

Before Winter Break, MACL students and staff held a celebration.  Students performed songs and dances from various holidays and cultures.  Thank you to all who participated, including the audience!  Thanks to Mrs. Vang-Strath and the program committee for organizing such a wonderful program! Stay … [Read more...]

Mr. Sean from the War Memorial Center visited the International Newcomer Center to teach us about freedom, service, and his experiences in the military.  Students learned about the branches of the military and different ways to serve.  Students also received custom dog tags.   Thanks Mr. Sean for … [Read more...]

Students in the International Newcomer Center visited UW-Milwaukee on December 14.  They experienced a planetarium show and learned about various constellations and galaxies.  Students visited the American Geographical Society Library to study celestial maps; finally, we researched winter traditions … [Read more...]

Students in the Newcomer Center visited the Milwaukee County Zoo on December 1st.  We read about various animals from across the globe, learned from zookeepers and volunteers, and observed the animals in their different habitats.  Thank you to our students who represented MACL in a respectable, … [Read more...]

In early November, students in the International Newcomer Center had the opportunity to attend a Marquette Women's Basketball Game and an Admirals Education Hockey Game.   Students not only experienced the sports aspect of American culture, but also learned about how athletics can be tied to the all … [Read more...]

  MACL's new librarian Ms. Konkel has converted our library into a dual-use makerspace and library!  Students schoolwide have contributed to our newest display, "Hope is the thing with feathers." 🪶 … [Read more...]

The last week of October, families gathered for our Monthly Parent Meeting to learn about Title I funding and other school updates. MACL's Achievement Gap Reduction specialist, School Social Worker, and Parent Coordinator all presented critical information. We are thankful for all who could attend; … [Read more...]