Attention Manitoba Students:
Show up for virtual learning this Friday and earn a PIZZA PARTY!
Any classroom that has 100% attendance THIS FRIDAY January 14th will earn a Pizza Party when we return in person.
Please be sure to login to your Google Classroom and complete the Question of the Day to have your attendance counted.
Need help logging in? Contact your student’s classroom teacher or Parent Coordinator, Ms. Deal at dealvn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us or call/text (414) 501-3711
Dear Parents and Guardians:
I hope that all you are staying healthy as we once again adapt to the needed changes. If you have not heard by now, Milwaukee Public Schools will remain virtual through next week. The decision was made after a vote by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors during their special session on Thursday, January 6, 2022. MPS will postpone in-person classes until Tuesday, January 18, 2022.
By now, all students that did not have their Chromebooks should have either picked up or planned to pick up an assigned tablet. It is important that students are able to log into their classes to maintain the ability to participate in the educational process.
As a reminder to parents of all grade level students, your child should be carrying a Chromebook back and forth to school every day. Each student was assigned a tablet with a carrying case due to the current state of the pandemic.
If you notice your child does not have their Chromebook, please reach out to their classroom teacher.
As we ask for your patience, as many of our students and staff members have been impacted by Covid-19.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your classroom teacher or email me at jonesgrf@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.
Respectfully,
Rhoda Jones Goodwin
Principal
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.
Families who are still looking to pick-up their student(s)’ Chromebooks, chargers and/or hotspot, and were unable to pick-up on the 1/4 or 1/5 dates can call Parent Coordinator, Ms. Deal at dealvn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us or call/text (414) 501-3711 to set-up an appointment for pickup on Thursday 1/6 or Friday 1/7.
January 3, 2022
To: Manitoba Families
Re: Virtual Learning
I have attached the most updated information from the district regarding transitioning to virtual schooling for the week of January 4-7, 2022. January 4th will be the only day that is out of synch with our traditional school schedule for students. On January 5, 2021, students will follow their regular school schedule with built in bathroom breaks.
· Asynchronous learning will be from 9:00-11:45am for students. Students may eat lunch prior to the January 4 start time of 11:45am for synchronous instruction.
· Students will complete a daily attendance question with the question of the day format.
· SeeSaw and Google Classrooms are up and running for everyone.
· All students should always have their Chromebooks at home for easy access, each student was given a carry case to bring them back and forth.
· If students have not taken their Chromebook homes, there will be an open pickup tomorrow and Wednesday between 8-4pm in the circular drive, please reach out through remind to your child’s teacher.
· The remaining week of instruction will follow the traditional school calendar. Classroom teachers will follow up with schedules.
· If a teacher is absent, we will strive to have a substitute for that class.
We thank you for your cooperation, I may be reached by email at jonesgrf@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.
Sincerely,
Rhoda Jones Goodwin
Principal
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.
School-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:
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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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:
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
Milwaukee Public Schools will host COVID-19 testing sites for MPS students and staff starting Saturday, January 1, 2022. Students and staff must pre-register prior to attending a testing location.
The table below details the COVID-19 testing opportunities for MPS students and staff.
Pre-registration is required and can be completed at register.covidconnect.wi.gov. When asked to select a testing site during the registration process, please select “I am being tested at a non-public site”. Once registered, a QR code will be emailed to the registrant. The QR code must be presented at the time of testing. Staff members will be required to show an MPS ID or other proof of employment status.
| Date | Time | Location | For Whom |
| Saturday,
January 1, 2022 |
11 am.–
4 p.m. |
Central Service*: 5225 W. Vliet St. | MPS staff |
| Sunday,
January 2, 2022 |
11 a.m.–
4 p.m. |
Central Service*: 5225 W. Vliet St. | MPS staff |
| Monday,
January 3, 2022 |
9 a.m.–
7 p.m. |
|
MPS staff and students |
*Central Service: Testing for MPS staff, please park in the rear of the Central Service building and upon entry, you will be directed to the testing area.
For additional testing locations throughout the city, please visit:
The district will continue to consult with public health experts related to health guidance in our schools. We will continue to keep you updated as we monitor the evolving situation and adjust mitigation strategies, keeping the safety and well-being of our students and staff at the forefront.
Manitoba Families: Please read the items below for this week’s Tuesday Folder. Info can also be found on our Facebook page – Like/Follow us here :
Questions/Concerns: Please contact, Parent Coordinator, Ms. Deal at dealvn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us or (414) 501-3711
