Madison Metropolitan School District Board
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Recent News About Madison Metropolitan School District Board
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Madison district reports progress in special education inclusion
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is reporting advancements in its special education initiatives, particularly in integrating students with Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) into general education settings.
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High school program turns kindergarteners into characters of personalized books
A unique initiative at Malcolm Shabazz City High School in Madison has been turning kindergarten students into protagonists of their own stories for nearly three decades.
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Madison schools reaffirm commitment to inclusivity amid new executive orders
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is reaffirming its commitment to inclusivity and safety for all students amid evolving executive orders.
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MMSD board reaffirms commitment to inclusivity in education
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing an inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students.
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Urban League honors MMSD students at MLK Jr. Youth Awards breakfast
The Urban League of Greater Madison recently hosted the 41st Annual Martin Luther King Jr.
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MMSD seeks community feedback on new high school mascot designs
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is seeking community input on new mascot branding options for its four comprehensive high schools.
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Madison schools invite community to celebrate Read Your Heart Out
For 21 years, the Read Your Heart Out (RYHO) event has promoted literacy, cultural pride, and community involvement within the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD).
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Shabazz High School hosts event celebrating student achievements
Shabazz High School recently held its Celebration of Learning event, providing a platform for students to exhibit their achievements.
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MMSD launches new literacy campaign aligned with Wisconsin Act 20
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has initiated its "Mad for Reading" literacy campaign.
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MMSD sees steady rise in school attendance post-pandemic
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has seen a steady increase in attendance rates over the past three years, rising from 86.3% in the 2021-22 school year to 88.1% in 2023-24.
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Madison school district sees rise in student literacy rates
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has reported improvements in literacy rates, with nearly 50% of students achieving proficiency in English language arts during the 2023-2024 school year.
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Shabazz High sees growth through hands-on learning and strong student engagement
At Malcolm Shabazz City High School, students are engaging in learning activities that extend beyond traditional classroom settings.
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Madison school district reports improvement in employee retention and substitute fill rates
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has reported progress in employee retention and substitute fill rates for the 2024-25 school year.
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MMSD and UW Athletics partnership promotes literacy among second graders
The collaboration between Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) and University of Wisconsin (UW) Athletics is proving beneficial for second-grade students by fostering an interest in literacy.
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Madison schools host virtual info sessions for upcoming kindergarten enrollments
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is set to hold virtual information sessions for families interested in enrolling their children in the four-year-old kindergarten (4K) program for the 2025–26 school year.
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High schoolers can earn free college credits through MMSD's early academies
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is offering high school students the chance to earn free college credits through its Early College Academies program, in partnership with Madison College.
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MMSD Planetarium offers Valentine's Day programs under the stars
The MMSD Planetarium, located at Vel Phillips Memorial High School, is set to offer a unique way to celebrate Valentine's Day this February with two special programs: Romance Under the Stars and Enchantment Under the Stars.
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MMSD begins work on school facility updates under 2024 referendum
Early efforts for the Madison Metropolitan School District’s (MMSD) 2024 facilities referendum have commenced, as discussed at a recent operations work group meeting of the Board of Education.
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Vaccine clinic scheduled for Feb. 8 at Holtzman Learning Center
MMSD is set to collaborate with SSM Health, Public Health Madison Dane County, GHC-SCW, and UW Health to host a vaccine clinic on February 8, 2025.
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East and La Follette coaches honored with Bell Cow Awards
Two coaches from the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) have been recognized with The Wisconsin Coaching Project’s Bell Cow Awards.