On this first day of Teacher Appreciation Week, I would like to take the opportunity to thank all of our teachers and instructional staff. You all play a crucial role in increasing student achievement. Thank you for all you do in the classroom – and beyond – to guide our children toward a meaningful, rewarding, [...]

Every morning when I come to work, I’m reminded that I couldn’t do my job effectively without the great support staff I have in my office. I know it’s the same story throughout Milwaukee Public Schools; our administrative professionals do an outstanding job! In honor of Administrative Professionals Week, I want to formally recognize the [...]

Dear MPS families, Happy Spring! I hope you’re enjoying what we all hope is the beginning of warmer weather and you’re enjoying spring break! It’s a long time from winter break to spring break. I certainly am looking forward to a few days off and spending time with my granddaughter. But I also know those [...]

Dear MPS School Community, Wisconsin’s a winter wonderland! It’s one reason some of us live here. Our winter weather is great for sledding, ice skating and skiing. But cold and snowy weather can cause hazardous conditions that can make travel tricky and the decision to keep schools open or close them…well, interesting.   During winter, [...]

When I became superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools in July 2010, I knew the district – like many other urban school districts – faced deep financial challenges. But I had confidence that the Board of School Directors, administration and staff understood the urgency and were committed to make tough decisions to secure the district’s financial [...]