Thurston Woods Campus is committed to creating an engaging learning environment where all learners can excel. Our overall philosophy is the belief in preparing students for the 21st Century through rigorous instruction, research-based best practices, and technology. Our nurturing school environment creates a positive learning community for all students.
Highlights
- Type: PBIS School of Distinction, RTI School of Merit; Neighborhood School
- Curriculum Focus: Career and College Readiness; Teaching with F.I.R.E. (Fun, Innovative, Rigorous/Reflective, and Engaging)
- Transportation: Custer Transportation Region
- Hours: 7:25 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.
- Special Programs: Arts in Community Education (ACE), PBIS, Basketball, Student Council, School Safety Patrol Cadets, PBIS Student Leaders, MPS/TWC Parent Coordinator
- Extended Day Activities: Community Learning Center (CLC)
MPS Mission
Milwaukee Public Schools is a diverse district that welcomes all students and prepares them for success in higher education, post-educational opportunities, work, and citizenship.
Our Vision
The Thurston Campus Community will collaborate to teach with compassionate, rigorous, and engaging instruction while providing a culturally responsive environment that creates lifelong learners in an evolving society.
Our Values
- Respect: We show respect for all members of our school community in everything we say or do.
- Compassion: We nurture positive relationships through caring, trusting, and kind interactions.
- Community: We work as a community to achieve our collective goals. We are a collaborative team. Our success is interdependent.
- Personal Development: We are reflective and continuous learners. Education is our priority.
- Grit: We persist, even after setbacks. We believe that every experience is an opportunity to learn more.