Free exams and eyeglasses help kids focus on schoolwork
Dear business community, ever wonder how you can help Milwaukee’s kids do better in school? Here’s a story for you. According to the folks…
Read MoreOctober, 2011
Montessori math conference arrives at the perfect time
The North American Montessori Teachers’ Association hosts a double-themed conference in Milwaukee at the Hyatt Regency this weekend. In addition to discussing “Strengthening the…
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A candlelight vigil for Keshaun
Today I got this statement from MPS: “There is to be a candlelight vigil at Lincoln Avenue School, 1817 W. Lincoln Ave., on Wednesday,…
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Scent of success wafts from some schools; how do we expand it?
This weekend, Dave Begel – a veteran of school administration – posted a blog about his grandson’s MPS school – the same school Begel’s…
Read MoreWhere is the disconnect for Milwaukee students?
Lately I’ve been volunteering at my grandson’s grade school. I’m there for lunch and recess and watch as the little kids make their way…
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Some Friday school tidbits
Here are a couple public school tidbits for your Friday afternoon…. From my friends at the Italian Immersion Program at MPS’ Victory School on…
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Riley Elementary kids rap: “Baby, I’m From Milwaukee”
Last month I told you about Chicago rapper Psalm One coming to Milwaukee as part of the ASCAP Songwriter Residency at America SCORES to…
Read MoreCharter school award nominees announced
The Wisconsin Charter Schools Association (WCSA) announced the nominees for the four Awards of Excellence it will present at its Fourth Annual Charter Schools…
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