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Elmbrook voters approve $100 million school referendum

Voters in the Elmbrook School District have approved a $100 million referendum that will fund improvements at four of the district’s oldest schools. For some Brookfield voters, the referendum was a major reason they headed to the polls.

Brookfield, WI · 3d

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Lincoln Avenue school fire, demolition bidding contract challenged

MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee contractor says Milwaukee Public Schools is not being transparent about the bidding process for the demolition of one of its schools. Fire destroyed the Lincoln Avenue School in June. Bidding transparency questions. What they're saying:. "We’re very frustrated with the whole process. We want some transparency,"...

Milwaukee, WI · 5d

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No schools picked yet to close. MPS adds meetings to discuss potential closures ahead of December deadline

Superintendent Brenda Cassellius said she would rather miss a December deadline than rush decisions on school closures in Milwaukee Public Schools. No school is officially slated for closure, Cassellius said. In January, planning firm Perkins Eastman recommended the district close five North Side schools as part of its long-range facilities...

Milwaukee, WI · 4d

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Milwaukee Public Schools loses $450,000 in bank impersonation fraud, changes CFO

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Public Schools lost $450,000 after falling victim to bank impersonation fraud and has appointed a new acting Chief Financial Officer, according to a statement from the district. MPS said it learned of the fraud that was “perpetrated by an external party” on Monday, Nov. 2. About...

Milwaukee, WI · 3d

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Lincoln Avenue school fire, demolition bidding contract challenged

A Milwaukee contractor says Milwaukee Public Schools is not being transparent about the bidding process for the demolition of one of its schools. Fire destroyed the Lincoln Avenue School in June.

Milwaukee, WI · 5d

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UW-Milwaukee Welcomes its Largest Class in 17 Years

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee welcomed 5,056 new undergraduate students this fall, making this the largest entering first-year class in 17 years. This number includes 3,903 first-year students and 1,153 transfer students, according to the UWM Office of Assessment and Institutional Research. As of Sept. 8, overall enrollment stood at 22,662,...

Milwaukee, WI · 5d

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Marquette University: Professor receives Department of Education grant to support teaching and research in computer science

MILWAUKEE — Dr. Dennis Brylow, chair and professor of computer science at Marquette University, has received a grant from the U.S. Department of Education to promote high-quality teaching and research in computer science. The award, worth about $538,000, comes from the Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need program.

Milwaukee, WI · 5d

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Behind-the-scenes look at progress on MSOE's new 4-story academic center

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) is getting a new four-story, $76.5 million academic center, funded entirely through philanthropy. We got a behind-the-scenes look Monday, Nov. 2, at how construction is going. The Robert D. Kern Engineering Innovation Center will have flexible labs, a workshop focused...

Milwaukee, WI · 5d

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Brookfield Daycare Closure Leaves Families Seeking Care

Kiddie Academy of Brookfield — Reported Site of Daycare Closure. The closure of Kiddie Academy of Brookfield means families with children enrolled there must find other care. According to The Freeman, Kiddie Academy of Brookfield closed after the state revoked its license. Center Stayed Open During Appeal, Then Lost...

Brookfield, WI · 8d

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Tosa West Seniors Prepare to Make Their Voices Heard at the Polls on November 3

As the November 3rd midterm election approaches, Wauwatosa West Senior Julian Zwaska finds himself between the high school and adult world. Students like Zwaska have watched the political discussions, but this fall turning 18 means stepping into the voting booth. Zwaska understands the importance of voting, but is nervous to participate in the November 3rd midterm elections.

Wauwatosa, WI · 6d

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St. Lawrence Seminary is Wisconsin's top all-boys Catholic school

MT. CALVARY – St. Lawrence Seminary High School in Mount Calvary earned three top Wisconsin and Fond du Lac County rankings from Niche for 2027. The school ranked No. 1 among all-boys Catholic high schools in Wisconsin, No. 2 among Catholic high schools in Wisconsin and No. 1 among private high schools in Fond du Lac County, according to a community announcement. Niche considers factors including academic performance, extracurricular activity opportunities, U.S. Department of Education data and input from current students, alumni and parents, according to the announcement. “This recognition is a tremendous honor! It’s a reflection on the strength of our academic programs and how we bring our Catholic Franciscan traditions to life in our school community,” said Bill Hugo, rector and president of St. Lawrence Seminary High School. The announcement also described the recognition as part of Niche's Best Schools in America rankings. This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Fond du Lac Reporter: St. Lawrence Seminary is Wisconsin's top all-boys Catholic school

Fond Du Lac County, WI · 7d

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School's canceled so students can attend World Series parade

We check out the energy on another part of the Milwaukee Brewers parade route.

Milwaukee, WI · 8d

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Two Wisconsin high school seniors named 2026 US presidential scholars

(WFRV) – Two Wisconsin high school seniors have been selected as 2026 US Presidential Scholars, placing them among 161 students nationwide recognized with one of the country’s highest academic honors. The US Department of Education named Joel Janssen of Delavan-Darien High School and Elizabeth Matz of Onalaska High School to this year’s class of scholars. […]

Wisconsin · 10d

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Milwaukee parents face tough choices over schools, segregation and education

For Milwaukee parents, choosing a school can quickly become about much more than academics. On the latest episode of Point Taken Overtime, Kristin Brey was joined by Garrett Bucks and City Forward Collective Executive Director Colleston Morgan Jr. for a wide-ranging conversation about school choice, segregation, privilege and the tension between doing what feels best for your child and supporting public education.

Milwaukee, WI · 10d

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Federal child care funding loss leaves Wisconsin student parents scrambling to stay in school

For years, the bills Devvin Thomas Sr. received each semester for his son’s child care at Madison College have been a fraction of what families typically pay: $400 one semester. $10 for another. Sometimes, no bill at all. The reduced-cost child care has allowed Thomas to study for his...

Wisconsin · 10d

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Post From Community: St. Joan Antida High School Spaghetti with Sisters- November 1

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — St. Joan Antida High School (SJA) will celebrate 71 years of its beloved Spaghetti with the Sisters fundraiser on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The annual event brings together families, alumni, local businesses, and community members to support the school’s mission and give back to the Milwaukee community.

Milwaukee, WI · 9d

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Some rural school districts face dissolution if November referendums don’t pass

Five months ago the Siren School District took drastic steps to cut costs after a $1.8 million referendum failed. Staffing reductions in the small northwestern school district included seven teachers, the middle and high school principal, and a finance director. Now voters in Siren are being asked to approve a...

Wisconsin · 11d

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World Series: 2nd grade teacher's Brewers-themed assignment

A second-grade teacher's Brewers-themed homework assignment has gone viral -- and we all know there's a very happy ending to this assignment. Teacher Dalton Hessel joined FOX6 NOW to talk about what played out -- and how his students reacted.

Milwaukee, WI · 9d

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World Series: Assignment is due, students ask for mercy

With the Milwaukee Brewers in the World Series, some students are having a bit of difficulty making deadlines on assignments. When one student was blunt about it, the professor granted an extension. FOX6 NOW talked with the professor who dealt with this dilemma.

Milwaukee, WI · 11d

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MATC Presents Summit Focused on Supporting Male, First-Year Students of Color

The community is invited to hear and participate with aationally recognized moderator and panelists who will highlight the challenges and share coping strategies for male, first-year students of color. Thursday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. MATC Downtown Milwaukee Campus. Interested Students and Community Members Encouraged to RSVP. On Thursday, October...

Milwaukee, WI · 10d