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Milwaukee school audit finds widespread problems hurting Wisconsin’s largest district
An audit found the Milwaukee public school district has a “culture resistant to change” that has undermined its ability to function properly.
Time for an overhaul? 3 big takeaways from state audit of Milwaukee Public Schools
Gov. Tony Evers ordered the audit of MPS operations after last year's financial missteps. Here's what to know about the report, which was released Thursday.
Milwaukee Public Schools Names Brenda Cassellius as New Superintendent
Brenda Cassellius is named new superintendent for Milwaukee Public Schools, taking over after Keith Posley's resignation.
Audit of Milwaukee Public Schools calls for systemic changes to adequately support students
The operational audit was ordered by Gov. Tony Evers after news broke in 2024 MPS was late in submitting to DPI required financial documents.
Damning review makes sweeping recommendations for Milwaukee Public Schools
A comprehensive review of Milwaukee Public Schools’ administration calls attention to dozens of issues that auditors say are eroding trust and making the district ineffective.
Audit calls for across-the-board changes in Milwaukee schools
A newly released audit of Milwaukee schools calls for a new, clear leadership structure and changes across the board. The audit was funded as part of a $5.5 million plan from Gov. Tony Evers after the school district failed to submit the required annual financial audit reports to the Department of Public Instruction.
Borsuk: 11 reasons to worry about the state of MPS
Let me first offer a concise summary of 11 aspects of MPS currently, in hopes they will help frame what the district needs to ...
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MPS operations audit lists dozens of recommendations requiring ‘urgent’ action for change
Gov. Tony Evers has released an audit of Milwaukee Public Schools operations that identified inefficiencies and other issues ...
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'Afraid even to tell the truth': Lawyer for MPS whistleblowers, lawmakers react to scathing MPS audit
An outside audit finding Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has a "culture of fear" and needs an organizational overhaul sent waves across the city and over to the state Capitol in Madison ...
Brenda Cassellius, former Boston Schools superintendent, named new superintendent at Milwaukee Public Schools
The MPS board will enter contract negotiations with Brenda Cassellius, its choice to take over as MPS superintendent ...
Milwaukee Public Schools, UWM will be closed Wednesday as snowstorm approaches
Milwaukee area school districts have decided to close schools on Wednesday as meteorologists expect several inches of snow to ...
Poll: More than half in Milwaukee give MPS D, F grades
Milwaukee Public Schools are getting failing or near-failing grades from half in the city, according to a new poll.
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Governor's office releases MPS audit after financial crisis
The governor’s office just released the report after ordering two independent audits last year amid the district’s financial crisis. MPS found itself months behind in turning over key financial ...
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Milwaukee Public Schools closed Wednesday amid winter storm warning
Milwaukee Public Schools announced schools will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 12, amid a winter storm warning. All ...
Health department orders MPS to correct lead hazards at a second school
On Feb. 12, the City of Milwaukee Health Department released the results of a lead risk assessment at Albert E. Kagel ...