Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Leah Wanta’s organization
Sep 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Milwaukee Public Schools Great Schools Advisory Committee Advisory Committee Meeting
The meeting centered on reviewing facility study recommendations from Perkins and Eastman regarding potential school closures, mergers, and capital investments. Participants discussed strategies for enhancing facility operational efficiency, including building repairs and space utilization. The session also featured critical feedback regarding the composition of the advisory committee and concerns about the transparency and collaborative nature of the district's planning and decision-making processes.
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The consultation meeting focused on federal grant compliance and service delivery for private school students. Discussions covered the supplemental nature of Title I and Title IV funding, with an emphasis on prioritizing direct services such as academic enrichment and interventions. The session also addressed the 21st Century Community Learning Center programs, including operational monitoring and resource access. Additionally, the meeting provided guidance on special education Child Find procedures and the referral process for evaluating students with suspected disabilities, while stressing the importance of completing required private school affirmation forms.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Committee on Student Achievement Meeting
The committee meeting focused on a comprehensive school climate and culture measurement and improvement plan. Key discussion points included the establishment of a collaborative action team to monitor data, the use of evidence-based practices such as the 'Prevent, Teach, Respond' approach, and strategies for multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). The committee reviewed various indicators for success, including student belonging, attendance rates, and behavioral referrals, and outlined a reporting cadence for internal and external progress updates.
Aug 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of School Directors of Milwaukee Regular Meeting
The Board meeting covered a wide range of administrative and educational topics, including the Superintendent's report on academic achievement, strategic priorities, and district staffing updates. The Board adopted a resolution to delegate student expulsion authority to Independent Hearing Officers for the school year. Other key agenda items included updates on legislative matters concerning K-12 funding, approval of a participation agreement with the Southeastern Wisconsin Schools Alliance, and various personnel transactions including appointments and reclassifications. Financial actions involved the authorization of specific educational service purchases, acceptance of monetary and non-monetary donations, and approval of exception-to-bid contracts for legal services, intensive therapeutic services, and recruitment software. Additionally, the Office of Accountability and Efficiency presented reports on audits and compliance efforts.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
