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MPS Immunization Clinics

September 22, 2022 by R. Drews

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 illnesses like measles, mumps, chicken pox, whooping cough, and more. Adults and children can also receive COVID-19 vaccines and a flu shot as the cold and flu season approaches.

During your visit, clinic staff can check immunization records and recommend any needed vaccines.

Appointments are not needed. Interested families can visit any convenient location.

Check dates and locations now!

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Families — Read the MPS rights and responsibilities guide as the school year starts

August 31, 2022 by R. Drews

MPS Students in ClassroomAll 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 also included.

In early August, letters were mailed to MPS families to make them aware of this important information. The book is available on the MPS website and all school websites. Rights and Responsibilities can be accessed online any time in Arabic, Burmese, English, Farsi, Hmong, Karen, Pashto, Rohingya, Somali, and Spanish.

This book is the best source of information for families to be informed about behavior and discipline, attendance, student records, transportation, winter weather, and family supports. Read more about this handbook at mpsmke.com/rights.

Access the Parent/Student Handbook on Rights, Responsibilities and Discipline online!

Rights & Responsibilities – Arabic (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – English (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – Farsi (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – Hmong (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – Karen (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – Pashto (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – Rohingya (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – Somali (2022-23)
Rights & Responsibilities – Spanish (2022-23)

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MPS provides free summer meals for children

June 21, 2022 by R. Drews

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 available to be carried off site.

MPS BreakfastFree breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be offered and will vary by location. Stop by for a well-balanced breakfast including whole grains, fruit, and local milk. Lunches and dinners include an entrée, fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and local milk.

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), which is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, provides nutritious meals to children during the summer, when school meals are typically unavailable. Persons over 18 years of age who are determined by a state or local public educational agency to be mentally or physically disabled and who also participate in a public or private nonprofit school program during the regular school year may receive free meals as well. Meals are provided to eligible children regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, or disability.

Parents or students can find the nearest meal location by texting FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304. Check dates, schedules, and offerings on the MPS Nutrition Services page.

We look forward to serving children in our cafeterias this summer!

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Milwaukee Public Schools Returns to Mandatory Mask Mandate for Students and Staff

April 19, 2022 by R. Drews

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 policy is in place to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. The district has the option to revert back to a mask-optional policy if it is determined that there is not a significant risk of virus transmission within the city of Milwaukee and/or the school district. Masks will continue to be available for students and staff in all district buildings.

District procedures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 will continue, including access to testing. Staff and students are currently encouraged to take the following steps to stay safe and healthy:

  • Practice physical distancing.
  • Get vaccinated and boosted.
  • Wash hands frequently and use hand sanitizer.
  • Follow quarantine and isolation practices recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
  • Sanitize surfaces often.
  • Maintain use of HEPA filtration units and change filters as needed.

The district encourages families to watch for communications from their child’s school and the district on changing conditions.

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Masks will be optional in MPS beginning April 18, 2022

April 16, 2022 by R. Drews

When students return to classrooms on April 19, 2022, masks will no longer be required for students and staff in MPS schools and buildings. The wearing of masks will be optional at all MPS locations beginning April 18.

The decision was explored on March 24, 2022, during the regular monthly meeting of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. Discussion included analysis of current trends of COVID-19 and recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Milwaukee Health Department. The April 18 date was selected to avoid any possible surges in COVID-19 following various dates for spring break across the state.

MPS administration will have the ability to reinstate the wearing of masks if COVID-19 numbers would surge again. Such decisions would require input from the Milwaukee Health Department, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, Milwaukee Teachers Education Association, and the administrators union.

Masks will continue to be available in MPS schools for students and staff who wish to use them.

District procedures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 will continue, including access to testing. Students, staff, and families are encouraged to continue to take steps to stay safe and healthy:

Practice physical distancing.
Get vaccinated and boosted.
Wash hands frequently and use hand sanitizer.
Follow quarantine and isolation practices recommended by the CDC.
Sanitize surfaces often.
Maintain use of HEPA filtration units and change filters as needed.

The district encourages families to watch for communications from their child’s school and the district to stay up to date on changing conditions.

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Kindergarten Enrollment Fair is March 5, 2022

February 28, 2022 by R. Drews

WHEN

Saturday, March 5, 2022
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

WHERE

South Division High School
1515 W. Lapham Blvd.
Milwaukee, WI 53204

Will your child turn 3, 4, or 5 by September 1, 2022? Enroll now for Head Start and K3, K4, and K5. Find out about the great options in MPS! Meet school leaders and teachers. Discover the strong academic programs and resources available.

  • Bilingual and English learner programs
  • Special education
  • Language immersion
  • Head Start
  • Montessori and International Baccalaureate
  • Arts and music

For more information, call (414) 475-8159.
Masks are required for this in-person event. Interpreters will be available.

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MPS closes schools

February 22, 2022 by R. Drews

School are closedAll MPS schools and sites will be closed on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 due to inclement weather. All after-school activities are cancelled.

No in-person or virtual learning will take place. District personnel should not report.

Meals will not be available for pick-up.

Students and staff – please stay home and stay safe!

Todas las escuelas y localidades de MPS estarán cerradas el martes 22 de febrero de 2022 debido al tiempo inclemente. Todas las actividades después de clases están canceladas.

No habrá aprendizaje presencial ni virtual. El personal del distrito no debe reportarse a trabajar.

Meals will not be available for pick-up.

Students and staff – please stay home and stay safe!

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MPS students return to in-person learning on January 18, 2022

January 7, 2022 by R. Drews

Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has announced that the return to in-person learning for MPS students will be postponed until Tuesday, January 18, 2022. The decision was made after a vote by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors during their special session Thursday, January 6, 2022. MPS was scheduled to resume in-person learning on January 10, 2022, but due to the current state of COVID-19 cases throughout the district, all classes will remain virtual at this time.

To support students and families during virtual learning, student meals will continue to be provided daily thru January 14, 2022 at our 50 Stop, Grab & Go locations from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Before and after-school programs will remain closed at this time while athletics and academic competitions will continue as scheduled.

The district will work to improve mitigation strategies inside school buildings and provide updates as new information becomes available. We encourage families to watch for communications from their child’s school and the district to stay up to date on changing conditions.

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Changes in place for January 4–7, 2022

January 3, 2022 by R. Drews

Milwaukee Public Schools is taking proactive steps to promote student and staff safety as the omicron variant of COVID-19 spreads. MPS schools will shift to virtual learning January 4–7, 2022. Important details are provided below.

MPS virtual studentSchool-based staff will report to their usual work locations on the morning of January 4 and will receive further instructions.

Families with students who need a Chromebook, hotspot, or other technology equipment should contact their child’s school and make arrangements to pick up needed items.

Children will need their login information. Each child’s seven-digit student ID number starts with the letter “s” — for example, s1234567. The password is your child’s date of birth using the format MM/DD/YY. This is the 2-digit month, 2-digit date, and 2-digit year. A student born on March 5, 2001 would enter 03/05/01. Contact your child’s school if you need assistance.

Students will access the Clever or SeeSaw platforms for learning. For easy access, visit mymps.org and click on Student Toolbox, or use the link for Student Toolbox.

MPS high schools begin the second semester on Tuesday, January 4. Students should log in to Infinite Campus to access their schedules and locate Google Classroom codes for their new courses. On Tuesday, January 4, students will attend class in the afternoon according to a schedule provided by each school. Wednesday through Friday this week, students will follow their daily schedule for virtual instruction according to their second semester schedule.

Free breakfast and lunch will be available for pickup January 4–7, 2022, from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Families can receive one breakfast and one lunch per child, per day. A flyer with locations is available.

Before- and after-school programs, including Community Learning Centers (CLCs), will be closed.

Sports, extracurricular activities, and school events will take place as scheduled. Games, plays, and other school-based activities will be held as scheduled but will be limited to 50 percent capacity. All attendees will be required to wear a mask at all times unless actively eating or drinking. Students will receive guidance from their coaches/advisors in the event of any changes to practices or events.

MPS Twilight Centers will be open as regularly scheduled.

At this time, classes are expected to return to in-person learning on Monday, January 10, 2022. Please watch for updates from the district and your child’s school in the event of any changes.

Please note that some MPS charter schools have made the decision to remain open and continue in-person learning. The schools that will be open Jan. 4-7, 2022, are:

• Carmen High School South

• Carmen High School Southeast

• Carmen Middle/High School Northwest

• Hmong American Peace Academy

• La Causa Charter School

• Milwaukee College Prep 36th Street

• Milwaukee College Prep 38th Street

• Milwaukee College Prep Lloyd Street

• Milwaukee College Prep Lola Rowe North

• Next Door Charter School

All students, staff, and families should continue to follow public health guidance to help mitigate COVID-19, including:

  • Get the COVID-19 vaccine or booster
  • Wear a well-fitted face covering
  • Practice social distancing
  • Wash hands frequently
  • Isolate and quarantine as necessary
  • Stay home if sick
  • Get tested if symptomatic or exposed to COVID-19

Schools will continue daily COVID-19 testing for students and staff when in-person learning resumes.

We will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available. Thank you in advance for your continued support and efforts to keep everyone healthy and safe.

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MPS Transitions to Virtual Learning and Continues COVID-19 Testing Opportunities

January 3, 2022 by R. Drews

Download Dr. Posley’s Letter
English | Spanish

Important District Update: January 2, 2022

Milwaukee Public Schools was scheduled to resume in-person learning January 4, 2022.  Due to an influx of reported positive COVID-19 cases among district staff, as an emergency safety measure it is necessary for all MPS schools to transition to virtual learning beginning Tuesday, January 4, 2022.  All district staff that are not in quarantine in accordance with MPS COVID-19 protocol are expected to report to their work location.

Beginning Tuesday, January 4, students should log into their learning platforms Google Classroom or SeeSaw to receive further instructions.  Families may contact school leaders for assistance with technology needs.

MPS will continue providing expanded COVID-19 testing opportunities for MPS students and staff Monday, January 3, 2022 at six MPS locations from 9am-7pm.  When in-person learning resumes, testing will continue to be available for students and staff at each school location.

As a service to students and families during virtual learning, student meals will be provided daily at various Stop, Grab & Go locations from 11am-1pm.  More information on student meals will be posted on the district website, school websites, and social media.

All students, staff, and families should continue to follow public health guidance to help mitigate COVID-19:

  • Wear a well-fitted face covering
  • Practice social distancing
  • Wash hands frequently
  • Isolate and quarantine as necessary
  • Practice respiratory etiquette
  • Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces
  • Stay home if sick
  • Test if symptomatic or exposed to COVID-19

While it is our goal to resume in-person learning Monday, January 10, 2022, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates as new information becomes available.

Sincerely,

Dr. Keith P. Posley
Superintendent of Schools

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