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CHARTER
Instrumentality & Non-Instrumentality
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
2009-2010
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Introduction......................................................................................................................... 3
MPS Instrumentality Charter Schools................................................................................ 4
Academia de
Lenguaje y Bellas Artes (ALBA)........................................................................ 4
Advanced Language And Academic Studies (ALAS).............................................................. 4
Alliance High School.............................................................................................................. 4
Audubon Technology & Communication Center MS/HS........................................................ 4
Community High School........................................................................................................ 5
Downtown Institute of Arts & Letters (D.I.A.L.)..................................................................... 5
Fairview Charter School ......................................................................................................... 5
Foster& Williams High School of the Visual Arts &
Communications..................................... 5
Fritsche Middle School........................................................................................................... 6
Honey Creek Continuous Progress School.............................................................................. 6
Humboldt Park....................................................................................................................... 7
Individualized Developmental Educational Approaches to
Learning (I.D.E.A.L.)................... 7
James Madison Academic Campus (JMAC)............................................................................. 7
Kosciuszko Middle Montessori School.................................................................................... 8
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language (MACL).............................................................. 8
Milwaukee Learning Laboratory & Institute (MLLI).............................................................. 8
Milwaukee School of Entrepreneurship (MSE) ...................................................................... 8
Montessori High School an IB World School.......................................................................... 9
Northern Star School.............................................................................................................. 9
Professional Learning Institute (PLI) ...................................................................................... 9
School for Urban Planning and Architecture (SUPAR) .......................................................... 9
W.E.B. DuBois High School................................................................................................... 10
Westside Academy I/II............................................................................................................ 10
Whittier Elementary School.................................................................................................... 10
Where Opportunities Require Knowledge (WORK)................................................................. 11
MPS Non-Instrumentality Charter
Schools........................................................................ 12
Carmen High School for Science & Technology..................................................................... 12
Highland Community School.................................................................................................. 12
Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA) ........................................................................... 13
International Peace Academy (IPA)........................................................................................ 13
La Causa Charter School ........................................................................................................ 13
Next Door Charter School....................................................................................................... 14
Veritas High School................................................................................................................ 14
Wings Academy ..................................................................................................................... 14
Wisconsin Career Academy (WCA)......................................................................................... 15
Central Service Staff listing..................................................................................................... 15
Introduction
The Wisconsin charter school program was created in 1993 to provide research-based, innovative educational opportunities for students. Since 1996, in accordance with Wisconsin State Statute 118.40, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has offered charter school options within the district. A charter school is a public school that, in accordance with enabling state statue, is exempt from most provisions of Wisconsin Statute, Chapters 115 through 121, except as otherwise explicitly provided. The charter school community has agreed in return for more autonomy from state and local control, to accept and be held to higher standards of accountability.
All Milwaukee Public Schools charter schools have contracts with the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. The Wisconsin State Statute118.40, and MPS Administrative Policy and Procedures 9.12, Charter Schools, describe two types of charter schools, the instrumentality and the non-instrumentality. If the school is an instrumentality of the school district, the school board employs all personnel in the charter school. If the school is not an instrumentality of the school district, the school board may not employ any personnel for the charter school.
Eligibility for admission to a charter school is based on seat availability and requirements established in the charter schoolÕs proposal approved by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors, and shall not be in conflict with MPS policies and guidelines. Some charter schools use their own enrollment procedures and set their own transportation limits. If a charter school does not have seats available for all the students who apply during the application period(s), a random selection process (lottery) for enrollment shall be used.
Contact the individual charter schools listed in this booklet for additional information about the educational program, transportation, random selection process, wait lists, and enrollment procedures.
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
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School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
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Academia de Lenguaye y Bellas Artes - (ALBA) 1712
S. 32nd Street Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX:
902-7526 Contact
Person(s): 902-7525 Brenda
Martinez Mail
Drop: ALBA @Walker
Campus. Site
#076, Headstart-Gr. 5 Capacity:
325 |
ALBA School is a Bilingual MPS
instrumentality charter school serving students from Head Start to Fifth
grade. Parents, community
members, and teachers with strong beliefs in the academic benefits of
bilingual and fine arts education, joined together to create ALBA
school. ALBAÕs educational
program is founded on the conviction that bilingual students can reach their
full potential academically, in English and Spanish, when challenged through
a rigorous curriculum that develops critical thinking, problem solving, and
creativity. The parents of our
school are genuine and vital partners to our studentsÕ success. |
ALBA has a voluntary school uniform
policy. The school does not
provide transportation. Seat
availability is determined by grade level. If space is not available a wait list is maintained at the
school. |
|
Advanced
Language and Academic Studies High School - (ALAS) 971
W. Windlake Avenue Milwaukee,
WI 53204 FAX:
902-7315 Contact
Person(s): 902-7300 Maria
Zuniga Mail
Drop: ALAS @
Kosciuzko Middle School Site
#034, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
250 |
Advanced Language and Academic Studies
High School (ALAS, in Spanish ÒwingsÓ) is a four-year instrumentality
charter, bilingual (English/Spanish) high school. ALAS is a small school (250 students) providing a
rigorous, balanced curriculum designed to promote high levels of academic
bilingualism/ biliteracy.
Respect for social class, culture, and language is a cornerstone of
the program, as are high academic expectations for all students. ALAS teachers share a profound belief
that their students are talented, interesting, worthy and intelligent. ALAS parents continue to be a driving
force for school implementation and improvement. The overall goal is to graduate individuals who are
prepared to enter university programs and are capable of getting on a career
track to family-supporting employment. |
ALAS is an MPS instrumentality charter
school. The program is open to
any student in grades 9-12. Seat
availability is determined by grade level. A wait list will maintained at the school. |
|
Alliance
High School 850
W. Walnut Milwaukee,
WI 53205 FAX:
227-2575 Contact
Person(s): 267-5400 Ms. Tina Owen Mail
Drop: Alliance HS @
Metropolitan Campus Site
#042, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
175 |
The Alliance School of Milwaukee is a
year round school serving the needs of 175 students, grades 9-12. The schoolÕs primary purpose is to be
a safe place where students are treated fairly at all times regardless of
sexuality, identity, appearance, ability or beliefs. Academic excellence and the pursuit
of higher education are expectations for all students at the school, and the
atmosphere is one of creative energy, personal accomplishment, and community
involvement. Many of the
learning activities take place outside of the classroom, and students are active
in the planning of courses and activities. A flexible block schedule allows students to choose
classes designed to meet graduation requirements, while at the same time
taking into account studentsÕ interests and personal goals. |
Alliance is a year round high school
serving students in grades 9-12.
The Alliance School currently has a waiting list. Please call the school for more
information or to be added to the list. |
|
Audubon
Technology & Communication Center MS/HS 3300
South 39th Street Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX: 902-7815 Contact
Person(s) 902-7800 Barbara
Goss Mail
Drop: Audubon Site
# 41, Gr. 6-10-2009-10 Capacity: 860-MS 125-HS 09/10 |
Audubon Technology and Communication
Center believes that all students can be successful. Our goal is to promote communication,
the most basic human strategy we use to raise, educate, and empower our
children. With the use of
6-Trait writing and technology as a tool, we seek to improve students'
ability to express themselves articulately, creatively, critically, and
professionally. Our intention is
to increase students' knowledge, skills, and active use of technology in
their everyday lives. We offer flexible programming that
allows for implementation of smaller academic teams, block scheduling and
looping, in which, academic teachers stay with the same students during their
entire educational experience at Audubon. Close supportive relationships between staff and students
are fostered through team teaching and academic coaching. |
Audubon is currently open to any student
in grades 6-8. Beginning in the
fall of 2006, our program will be expanded to include 9th graders; call the
school for more details on how to enroll your student in AudubonÕs 9th
grade. The school sets
enrollment procedures and has bussing limits. Ask about transportation. |
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
|
Community
High School 6415
W. Mount Vernon Milwaukee,
WI 53213 FAX:
256-8215 Contact
Person(s): 256-8200 Roxane
Mayeur Mail
Drop: Juneau
Campus @
Juneau Campus Site
# 004, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
220 |
Community High School is a small,
innovative school with the community at the heart of its program. Community school educates the whole
child providing academic rigor, internships with local business, and
community service projects. Our
school emphasizes individuality and diversity by empowering students to have
input toward their own educational plan. With an advisor, students learn to set goals and generate
projects that both meet the state academic standards and their individual
interests. Students are expected
to demonstrate skills and abilities through performance and portfolio
assessments. These opportunities
create students that are ready for the real world, and empowered to make
changes in the community. |
The program is open to any student in
grades 9-11. Seat availability
is determined by grade level. A
wait list will maintained at the school. |
|
Downtown
Institute of Arts & Letters – (D.I.A.L) 3620
N. 18th Street Milwaukee,
WI 53206 FAX:
875-65154 Contact
Person(s): 875-6500 Arletta
Browning Mail
Drop:
D.I.A.L. @Andrew
Douglas Campus Site
#070, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
400 |
The Downtown Institute of
Arts and Letters (D.I.A.L. High School) is a rigorous, year-round arts and
humanities high school with a curriculum emphasizing multicultural Great
Books and Advanced Placement course preparation. D.I.A.L. features a Downtown campus offering a flexible,
modular class schedule. Students
audition in six art areas: Art,
Creative Writing, Dance, Film & Video, Instrumental Music-Orchestra/Jazz,
and Theatre. |
The program is open to any student in
grades 9-12. Seat availability
is determined by grade level. A
wait list will maintained at the school. |
|
Fairview
Charter School 6500
W. Kinnickinnic River Pkwy. Milwaukee,
WI 53219 FAX:
546-7715 Contact
Person(s): 546-7700 Richard
Cohn Mail
Drop: Fairview Site
#155, K4-8 Capacity: 593 |
As its mission, Fairview Charter School
prepares all students to excel at the high school level. We believe that all students deserve
to be educated in a supportive, child-centered environment. Our special education inclusion model
is implemented throughout the school and has proven to be academically and
emotionally beneficial to all of our students. We instill in our students to become safe, respectful and
responsible young adults. The hallmark of a Fairview education is
a curriculum aligned with state and national standards. The student/teacher ratio in K5-3rd
grades is 15 to 1, as a result of SAGE.
The cornerstones of standardized testing, performance assessment;
informal observation measure student progress and maintain school accountability. |
The school is open to any student in
grades K4-8. The school sets
enrollment procedures and bussing limits in accordance with charter
status. Ask about
transportation. |
|
Foster
& Williams High School of the Visual Arts & Communications 6700
N. 80th Street Milwaukee,
WI 53223 FAX:
393-3802 Contact
Person(s): 393-3898 Mark
Fennema Mail
Drop: Foster & Williams @Burroughs
Campus Site
#040, 9-12 Capacity:
240 |
Foster & Williams High School of the
Visual Arts and Communication is a small high school where deaf and hearing
students learn together using both English and American Sign Language. In this unique, bilingual/bicultural
environment both deaf and hearing culture are valued amidst varied
ethnicities. Students practice
respect for other cultures, communication, and citizenship skills that are
vital for success in a diverse society and global economy. The visual communication skills of
American Sign Language, combined with hands on learning and visual arts
present an atmosphere geared to visual learners. Our Project Based Learning model of education
engages students in their own learning, teaching them to be initiative takers
and organized thinkers, confident and prepared for college and leadership
roes in the community. Daily
participation in an advisory group develops team interaction skills. |
All regular education students are accepted
for grades 9 through 12. Special
education students are accepted based upon the requirements of each studentÕs
Individual Education Plan and approval from the appropriate special education
supervisor. |
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
|
Fritsche
Middle School 2969
South Howell Avenue Milwaukee,
WI 53207 FAX:
294-1015 Contact
Person(s): 294-1000 Karen
Nastulski Mail
Drop: Fritsche Site
#049, Gr. 6-8 Capacity:
750 |
Mission
- The Fritsche Middle School Community will design and implement
strategies to create an effective learning environment where students meet or
exceed middle school standards. The School Focuses on Language Arts,
Mathematics, and Science.
Reading and writing are incorporated throughout all content areas. Features ♦Block scheduling provides students with
longer academic class time to provide depth of study. ♦Fine Arts and Vocational Program, award
winning band, orchestra, challenge art program and yearly musical production. ♦Technology: Fritsche boasts a wireless environment, with labs in the
library media center as well as mobile wireless computer labs. Achievements ♦In the Wisconsin Knowledge and Concepts
Examination (WKCE), when comparing Fritsche to the district average: ŸTwice as many Fritsche
students score at or above the proficient level on the writing test. ŸTwice as many Fritsche
students score at or above the districtÕs average on the math test. ♦National Blue Ribbon School of
Excellence. ♦Award-winning and Nationally Certified
teachers. |
Fritsche is an MPS charter school. The school sets enrollment procedures
and has bussing limits. Ask
about transportation. Students with special needs are
encouraged to apply. |
|
Honey
Creek Continuous Progress School 6701
W. Eden Place Milwaukee,
WI 53220 FAX: 604-7915 Contact
Person(s): 604-7900 Ms. Gitanjali Chawla Mail
Drop: Honey Creek Site
#334, K4-5 Capacity: 360 |
Honey Creek Elementary is a Continuous
Progress School for self-directed children who function best with a balance
between teachers and student initiated activities. Evaluation is based on individual progress and not limited
by grade level expectations. The
educational program enhances both critical thinking and problem solving
skills for all children. The comprehensive literacy Direct
Instruction approach is used to help children learn to read successfully and
reach our goal to have every child reading one year above grade level. Children are taught in small
instructional groups. Specialist
in physical education, music computer technology & Library/Media are an
important part of each studentÕs education. Spanish for conversation will be offered as part of the
curriculum. Special
education for K-3 is available.
Summer Enrichment Camp as well as instruction in math and reading will
be offered in the summer. The Honey Creek
learning community makes a concerted effort to meet the needs of all of our
students to prepare them for a successful future. |
Ask about
transportation. School has
Extended Day Activities, Before-/After School Day – Care. |
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
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Humboldt
Park K-8 School 3230
S. Adams Ave. Milwaukee,
WI 53207 FAX:
294-1715 Contact
Person(s) 294-1700 Eugene Vlies Mail
Drop:
Humboldt Park Site
#223, K4-8 Capacity:
578 |
Humboldt Park School is a culturally
diverse K-8 charter school located in the Bay View area of MilwaukeeÕs
southeast side. The commitment we receive from our staff, parents, and
community members assists us in promoting our school mission of high
standards of academic and social excellence for all students. In order to accomplish
our mission, we offer our school community several successful programs:
Direct Instruction Curriculum, all day K4 classrooms, art, music, physical
education, ESL (English as a Second Language), before and after school
childcare and a CLC (Community Learning Center) which consists of
after-school/community enrichment for all students, neighbors and adult
community members. For our 6th through 8th grade
students we offer elective classes, including: Spanish, community service
learning, drama, math enrichment, economics and more. Humboldt Park K-8
School has a very active and engaged Parent, Community, Teacher Council as
valuable partners who play a key role in enhancing education in our school.
The Humboldt Park K-8 School learning community is constantly adapting and
changing to meet the needs of our diverse students and families to ensure
that all students are ready for the 21st Century. |
Ask about transportation. |
|
Individualized
Developmental Educational Approaches to Learning – (I.D.E.A.L.) 4965
South 20th Street Milwaukee,
WI 53221 FAX:
304-6215 Contact
Person(s) 304-6200 Deborra
Huyck Mail
Drop: I.D.E.A.L. @Sholes Complex Site
#224, K4 - 8 Capacity:
203 |
I.D.E.A.L. Charter School offers an
innovative option for students in Grades K4-8th. Created by a group of experienced, caring teachers and
parents, its challenging curriculum is integrated around science themes with research
and technology emphasized in all areas.
I.D.E.A.L.'s multi-age, inclusive classroom is a place where a
community of learners engages in discovery, invention, reflection, and
problem solving. Learning is
viewed as an active process where students' questions, interests, and
learning styles are valued. A
dynamic partnership with the Southtown YMCA enhances the educational
program. I.D.E.A.L.'s unique
governance model assures shared decision making and ownership. Opportunities to participate in
service learning projects and programs such as the Jason Project, The Stock
Market Game, Lego Robotics, and Future Problem Solving are offered to all
students. I.D.E.A.L. shares a
facility with a college prep and a project based high school, offering students
opportunities to continue through 12th grade. |
The program is open to any student in
Grades K4 - 8th. Seat
availability is determined by grade level. A wait list will be maintained at the school. |
|
James
Madison Academic Campus - (JMAC) 8135
W. Florist Avenue Milwaukee,
WI 53218 FAX:
393-6262 Contact
Person(s) 393-6100 Zannetta
Cistrunk Mail
Drop: JMAC Site
#069, Gr. 9-12 Capacity: 1070 |
James Madison Academic Campus (J-MAC) opened
at the start of the 2007-08 school year as a large, comprehensive,
instrumentality charter high school implementing the First Things First (FTF)
reform framework, developed by the Institute of Research and Reform in
Education (IRRE). The FTF framework will include four themed
Small Learning Communities (SLCs):
Law, Criminal Justice & Government, Health Sciences, Performing
Arts, and New Technology & Entrepreneurship. Upon enrollment, students will choose a themed community
based on their own interests and stay with this same SLC for all four years. The 4x4 block schedule allows
students in ninth grade to take a required two classes in math and two
classes in English (double-closing), in addition to the other core subjects. Courses in the core areas of English,
Math, Science and Social Studies are required for all four years. J-MAC requires 24 credits for
graduation. |
Open to all MPS students in High School. |
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School
Description |
Student Eligibility |
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Kosciuszko
Montessori School 971
W. Windlake Ave. Milwaukee,
WI 53204 FAX:
902-7215 Contact
Person(s) 902-7200 John
Sanchez Mail
Drop: Kosciuszko Site
#050, Gr. K3-Grade 8 Capacity: 500 |
Kosciuszko Montessori is a
charter bilingual Montessori program, which emphasizes a hands-on approach to
education in Keeping with the philosophy of Maria Montessori. The program uses specialized
materials in an all day program for K3-2nd grade. It will expand one grade level per
year until services for K3-8th grade students are available. Independence is emphasized
and children progress rapidly.
Free child care is available after school in the Community Learning
Center. For more information and
a tour, please contact the Principal |
Open to City of Milwaukee Children. |
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Milwaukee
Academy of Chinese Language School – (MACL) 2430
W. Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee,
WI 53233 FAX:
934-4345 Contact
Person(s): 934-4340 James
Sayavong Mail
Drop: Milw. Chinese @Grand
Ave. Campus Site
#082, Gr. K4-7 Capacity: 428-09/10
443-10/11
458-11/12 |
The Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language
(MACL) hopes to give students a global understanding of the connection
between the United States and China.
MACL understands the importance of preparing our students for work in
a global economy. In order to
help students learn more about the world around them and prepare them to
interact in the global workplace, MACL offers instruction in Mandarin Chinese
for 30-45 minutes daily, to students in all day K4 through 6th
grade. Students will develop
skills and attitudes for lifelong learning by utilizing effective methods for
improving and sustaining achievement.
MACL encourages an alliance between home, school and the community to
nurture high standards and expectations for our students. MACL will provide busing for students
who live outside the attendance area. |
MACL is opened to all students in grades K4-6th. |
|
Milwaukee
Learning Laboratory & Institute – (MILLI) 6506
W. Warnimont Avenue Milwaukee,
WI 53220 FAX:
604-7939 Contact
Person(s): 604-7940 David
Coyle Mail
Drop: MLLI @Wedgewood
Park Campus Site
#057, Gr. 9-12 Capacity: 320 |
MLLI aims to graduate high school
students who are successful in post-secondary education, meaningful work, and
effective community participation.
A three-tiered learning community of college educators, in-service teachers,
and pre-service teachers will help students progress from dependent to
independent to interdependent learners.
As students move towards being interdependent learners, they will
develop strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Students at MLLI will take increased
ownership of their learning, which will result in correlating improvements in
grade point averages, graduation rates, and the numbers of students enrolled
in post-secondary opportunities. |
Opening in September 2005, MLLI will
begin with a freshman class of 90 students, and will add a class every year,
reaching an eventual enrollment of approximately 320 students in grades
9-12. MLLI will be a Milwaukee
Public Schools Instrumentality Charter School, and will be open to any
students eligible to attend MPS schools. Students will utilize Milwaukee County Transit System
buses for transportation. |
|
Milwaukee
School of Entrepreneurship – (MSE) 6914
W. Appleton Ave. Milwaukee,
WI 53216 FAX:
438-5215 Contact
Person(s) 438-5200 Stephanie
James Mail
Drop: MSE Site
#023, Gr. 11-12 Capacity:
181 |
Milwaukee School of Entrepreneurship
offers an intensive and rigorous School To Career curriculum. Our school accepts students who are
serious about gaining the attitudes, knowledge, and skills to become the next
generation of business leaders.
Our location in a former office building on the northwest side of Milwaukee
provides a businesslike atmosphere.
Entrepreneurial themes are part of the regular high school course
offerings. Modern computer
facilities enhance all subject areas.
Students attend classes in the morning and learn at business work
sites in the afternoon. During
their senior year, they are allowed to create their own business
enterprise. Business leaders,
entrepreneurs, community representatives, and parents are all resources for
adding to our program and the studentsÕ knowledge. Over half of MSEÕs students enroll in college after graduation. |
Students must have at least 10 credits
to be considered for admission.
All students receive MCTS bus passes. |
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School
Description |
Student Eligibility |
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Montessori
HS an IB World School 6415
W. Mount Vernon Ave. Milwaukee,
WI 53213 FAX: 256-8315 Contact
Person(s) 256-8300 Sara Hmielewski/Josh Zimmers Mail
Drop: Juneau Campus @Juneau
Campus Site
#064, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
310-09/10
340-10/11
335-11/12 |
The Marshall Montessori
International Baccalaureate (MMIB) High School combines the Montessori
philosophy that is based on meeting the developmental needs of students and
the International Baccalaureate program, which provides a rigorous curriculum
for college preparation. MMIB
will emphasize the importance of productive community involvement and a
humanistic world view. Students
with previous Montessori experience and/or IB interest are encouraged to
apply. |
Open to City of Milwaukee Children. |
|
Northern
Star School 5075
N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee, WI 53209 FAX: 393-5015 Contact
Person(s) 393-5000 Valerie
Benton-Davis Mail
Drop: Northern Star @
Custer High School Site
#058, Gr. 6-9 Capacity:
40 |
The purpose of Northern Star is to provide students
who are on the verge of dropping out of school or have already dropped out
the opportunity to complete middle school, move on to high school, and become
active participants in our society. Goals of our accelerated year-round program
are to have students: *Complete 8th grade, *Participate in the world
of technology,á*Become a positive part of their community.á*Improve attendance,
*Earn high school credits, *Pass mandated proficiency tests. |
The program is open to at-risk students
between the ages of 11-16 in grades 6-9. School-age parents, over-age students, and transition
students are our target population.
Parent permission is required for enrollment. Students may be denied admission into
this program due to lack of space or current involvement in a disciplinary
proceeding. |
|
Professional
Learning Institute – (PLI) 2430
W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee,
WI 53233 FAX:
934-4215 Contact
Person(s) 934-4200 Theresa
Erbe Mail
Drop: PLI @Grand
Avenue Campus Site
#009, Gr. 9-12 Capacity: 125 |
The mission for students of the
Professional Learning Institute is to achieve their education by
participating in community experiences, projects, service learning, shadowing
and internships. Through these
opportunities our students succeed by building strong relationships, both
within our school and in the greater community. Students work in a technology-rich, small, nurturing
environment. They develop
projects driven by personal interests and needs so they can successfully achieve
their goals for higher learning and careers. Students demonstrate mastery through presentations during
our quarterly Symposium Weeks. |
Students and parents are encouraged to
visit the school prior to enrollment.
Entrance in the ninth grade will allow time to transition into this
type of program and ensure that the student has more of an opportunity to
succeed in this type of education. Please contact the PLI school office to
set up a time to shadow a student and meet with staff. Students receive MCTS bus passes. |
|
School
for Urban Planning and Architecture – (SUPAR) 1712
S. 32nd Street Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX: 902-7570 Contact
Person(s) 902-7566 Cris
Parr Mail
Drop: SUPAR @Walker
Campus Site
#079, Gr. 9-12 Capacity: 160 |
SUPAR uses project-based learning to
understand communities, buildings, and the natural environment. The curriculum teaches standard high
school subjects through planning, design, and architecture. UWM faculty and professionals in
urban planning and architecture support teachers in creating this engaged
learning environment. Through
regular visits to the UWM campus, students will develop a sense of belonging
in a college environment. |
Open to MPS students. |
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School
Description |
Student Eligibility |
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W.E.B.
DuBois High School 4141
N. 64th Street Milwaukee,
WI 53216 FAX:
393-2585 Contact
Person(s): 393-2580 Shandowlyn
Hendricks-Williams Mail
Drop: DuBois @Marshall
Campus Site
# 017, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
400 |
W.E.B. DuBois High School offers a
communication arts focus through constructivist, student-centered
curriculum. DuBois is a small
college preparatory school with a communications focus in close partnership with
the Marquette University College of Communication. Six portfolio areas will drive graduation. The core curriculum classes will be
mostly taught in the morning.
The afternoons will have flexible scheduling to accommodate training
with communications technology. |
Gr. 9-12; 9th grade this year. |
|
Westside
Academy I 1945
North 31st Street Milwaukee,
WI 53208 Westside
Academy II 1940
N. 36th Street Milwaukee.
WI 53208 FAX:
934-4415 Contact
Person(s) 934-5000;
934-4400 Mr.
James Sonnenberg Mail
Drop: Westside Acad. I/II Site
#370, Gr. K3-8 Capacity:
700 |
The staff, students and parents of
Westside Academy I & II are committed to the idea that all students can
learn. Our mission is to provide
students with a strong foundation of the basic skills, while also emphasizing
critical thinking skills. This
is accomplished by providing a solid, traditional program with integrated
curriculum, emphasizing the mastery of fundamental skills in mathematical
reasoning, scientific reasoning, communications, and community membership, as
well as the development of higher order thinking skills in a highly
structured, collaborative, and supportive environment. Through the Gear Up
program our 6th through 8th graders are introduced to
college experiences, with an emphasis on the expectations they will need to
meet to be successful college students
Our school has an extensive after school program with Our Next Generation
as our CLC provider with mentors provided by Our Next Generation. |
Our school is open to any student in
grades Head Start through 8th grade. Our school is a community school with priority given to
attendance area students. |
|
Whittier
Elementary School 4382
South 3rd Street Milwaukee,
WI 53207 FAX:
294-1415 Contact
Person(s): 294-1400 MargaretMystrow Mail
Drop: Whittier Site
# 398, K4-5 Capacity:
220 |
Whittier School of Excellence shares the same mission as MPS: Quality teaching will result in
higher achievement in students.
We understand that part of quality teaching is not only educating
ourselves about current methodologies, but also assessing and revising the
way we teach to better meet the needs of our students. Our mission at Whittier School is to
provide a safe and caring environment in which staff, students, parents, and
the community form partnerships to foster high achievement and a commitment
to lifelong learning among students.
A diverse and accommodating curriculum aligned with state standards
and the MPS Learning Targets upholds all efforts to meet the individual needs
of all students
Whittier School is in partnership with Fritsche Middle School. This partnership has given rise to a
unique leadership model at Whittier School. A Leadership Team consisting of administrative support
from Fritsche, Lead Teachers, staff and parents make up the model that has
allowed Whittier School to maintain its small school status, specialist time
and enrichment opportunities for our students. Some of these opportunities include character education,
piano lessons, and cooking classes.
Parent participation is ongoing and strong. Parents are part of school committees and lead many after
school activities such as daisies, brownies, soccer, co-ed volleyball and
basketball. |
All K4-5th grade students are able
to apply for Whittier School of Excellence. Students in the Blue Region are eligible for
busing. Students may be denied admission to the
program if there is no space available. Before and after school care is available. |
INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School
Description |
Student Eligibility |
|
WORK
Institute Where Opportunities Require Knowledge 3620
N. 18th Street Milwaukee,
WI 53206 FAX:
934-4016 Contact
Person(s): 934-4044 Nebritt
Herring Mail
Drop: WORK @Andrew
Douglas Campus Site
# 068, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
325-09/10-Grade 9-11
400-10/12-Grade 9-12 |
WORK
Institute works to prepare students for career and/or college bound success
by combing academics with career curriculum. Students engage in project-based and community service
activities within one of three career paths to prepare for senior year
employability. Students work to
complete a 4-puls-1 year plan with an advisor to assist with the transition
to a career or college. |
Open to MPS students |
NON-INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
|
Carmen
High School of Science & Technology 1712 S. 32nd St. Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX:
384-4455 Contact
Person(s) 384-4444 Patricia Hoben Mail
Drop: Carmen High School @Walker
Campus Site
#678, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
175-09/10
240-10/12 |
Carmen High School of Science & Technology
is a college preparatory school with a liberal arts curriculum that
emphasizes student proficiency in science and technology and integrates
student employment and internships. The mission of Carmen High School of
Science & Technology is to graduate all students as critical thinkers and
self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers,
community involvement and family life. Every student will have an Individual
Learning Plan defining objectives and strategies in three areas: academic
planning, financial planning, and life/personal development planning.
Personalized advisory programs, a three-week mid-year inter-session, an after
school program, and a summer school program are examples of resources
available to students to ensure they can remain at or above grade level in
all subject areas and pursue enrichment and remedial activities to achieve
their Individual Learning Plan goals and objectives. |
Carmen High School is open to students
residing in the city of Milwaukee and enrolled in grades 9-12. |
|
Highland
Community School 3030
West Highland Blvd. Milwaukee,
WI 53208 FAX:
342-1408 Contact
Person(s) 342-1412 Kathy
Ronco/Tim Duax Site
#428, Gr. K3- 8 Mail
Drop: Highland Capacity: 200 |
In 1996, Highland Community School
became MilwaukeeÕs first charter school. Highland is a neighborhood-based, parent-run,
early-childhood Montessori program.
The mission of Highland Community School is to provide quality
Montessori education and a nurturing environment for economically and
culturally diverse groups of children and their families on MilwaukeeÕs west
side; to empower parents to become responsible for and involved in their
childrenÕs education; and to be a force for change in education, the
community and society. Highland Community School currently
provides children, ages 18 months to nine years with a Montessori education
that prepares them to excel wherever they go. The educational program is based on a childÕs inborn
desire to learn, and is specifically designed to complement the natural
interests and strengths unique to each stage of their development. Because the school is parent run, it
creates a nurturing environment for children and adults, and empowers parents
to become responsible for and involved in their children's education. Parent involvement drives the school,
with Highland parents delivering over 3,000 hours of service to the school
each year and a parent board directing every aspect of HighlandÕs
operations. And because Highland
is a community-based school, it provides support and stability for the entire
family and the surrounding community. |
Our program is open to children between
the ages of 18 months and 9 years of age. Because we are a community school, parents and children
living in the neighborhood are encouraged to apply. We do accept children from throughout the city, however,
transportation is not provided. Parents are required to go through an
interview with the Highland admissions committee before they are notified of
acceptance. Parents are
responsible for completing 36 hours of parent involvement annually. Children ages 5 years through 9 years
must have previous Montessori experience in order to attend Highland
Community School. |
NON-INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
|
Hmong
American Peace Academy (HAPA) 1418
S. Layton Blvd. Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX:
383-4950 Contact
Person(s) 383-4944 Chris
Her-Xiong Mail
Drop: HAPA Site
#676, Gr. K4-8 Capacity:
400 |
The Hmong American Peace Academy, Ltd.,
(HAPA) is the first Hmong Charter School in Wisconsin, and it is the second
Hmong school is the nation. HAPA
is designed to serve students in the all day four-year-old kindergarten
program through grade eight. As
an open enrollment public school, the Academy plans to add students and
grades each year as the school develops within the Hmong community. HAPA admits students of any race,
color, sex, national and ethnic origin in administration of educational
services. HAPA serves as both a
neighborhood and citywide school, which will serve families in
Milwaukee. Hence, any family
that desires a quality and college preparatory education will be
welcomed. A long-term goal is to
become the nationÕs first K-12 charter school authorized by the International
Baccalaureate Organization (IBO). Educators of the Hmong American Peace
Academy (HAPA) collaborate with MilwaukeeÕs Hmong families to emphasize
traditional Hmong values:
respecting elders; placing family first to avoid shaming self and
family; facing hardship with patience, silence and perseverance; and avoiding
shame. AcademyÕs educators and
community members emphasize American values for practicing freedom: earning access to resources and
collective power; and engaging in entrepreneurship for neighborhoods,
Milwaukee, Wisconsin and beyond.
|
Our school is open to any student in K4
through 8th grade.
Please enroll at the school. |
|
International
Peace Academy (IPA) 1236
S. Layton Blvd. Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX:
226-6084 Contact
Person(s) 226-6044 Chris
Her-Xiong Mail
Drop: HAPA Site
#696, Gr. 9-10 Capacity:
200 |
College
and career preparatory school – providing training in the fields of
medical/research, law/justice, engineering, business and the humanities. |
Open to MPS students |
|
LaCausa
Charter School 1643
South 2nd Street Milwaukee,
WI 53204 FAX:
902-1676 Contact
Person(s) 902-1660 Peter Knox Mail Drop: La Causa Charter. Site
#672, Gr. K4-8 Capacity:
600 |
LaCausa Charter School is a bilingual
Spanish/English elementary and middle school. All students will develop proficient language skills in
Spanish and English. We view ourselves
as a community of learners.
Children, parents, teachers, administrators, staff and other
stakeholders in the school community all value learning as a critical
societal goal for improving the quality of life for all members of the
community and participate in teaching and learning activities that help the
school to grow as a high achieving learning community. All members of the school community
hold high expectations for the learning and development of all children who
attend our school. |
All students who reside in the Milwaukee
Public Schools district in grades K5-8 are eligible to attend LaCausa Charter
School. LaCausa has a school uniform
policy. Enroll at the school. The school is located in a neighborhood
of Milwaukee where residents are pre-dominantly of Latino heritage. Our school attracts many children and
families who have bilingual and limited English language skills and families
who desire their children to learn Spanish as a second language. |
NON-INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
|
Next
Door Charter School 2545
N. 29th Street Milwaukee,
WI 53210 FAX: 562-1979 Contact
Person(s) 562-2929 Linda
Benzschawel Mail
Drop:
Next Door Site
#493, Gr. K4-K5 Capacity: 93 |
NDCS services children and families in
K4 and K5 grade levels. NDCS
targets at risk Milwaukee central city children and their families. NDCS
specifically addresses school-readiness and the achievement gap of four-and
five-year-olds by providing a holistic environment, family-focused advocacy
and a challenging, developmentally appropriate culturally/linguistically
responsive curriculum. The K4 children are dually enrolled in MPS and Head Start,
providing families with a full day program and access to a wide range of
additional support above and beyond a quality early childhood education. In addition to our teaching
staff, the program has a team of Family Advocates who are social service support
workers and function to address the individual and collective needs of
children and their families (as well as support the teaching staff) through
building and modeling collaborative relationships across program lines.
Before and after school hours are available for working families and limit
the number of daily transitions for young children and their parents |
NDCS is currently open to grades K4 and
K5. We utilize a ranking system,
which is inclusive of age by September 1, disability, income, and residence
within our target area for all K4 students. This is reflective of the dual enrollment in Head Start
and the Charter School. The
K4/K5 students are enrolled in NDCS based on school selection criteria for
neighborhood-based schools, parental choice, and the number of slots
available. If more students
apply than we can accommodate, they will be placed on a waiting list and
called as open seats become available.
Limited transportation is provided on an as need basis within the
target area and is inclusive of children with special needs. |
|
Veritas
High School 3025
West Oklahoma Avenue Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX:
389-5576 Contact
Person(s) 389-5575 Sherry
Tolkan Mail
Drop: Veritas Site
#639, Gr. 9-12 Capacity:
250 |
Veritas High School opened its doors in
2001 with a mission to provide students the opportunity to complete their
high school education in a program grounded in values, principles and
ethics. We are achieving this
mission by offering 181 students significant personal attention and support,
a rigorous curriculum, (meets MPS requirements), cutting edge technology, and
extra-curricular activities. In
addition to the core curriculum, students have the opportunity to participate
in non-traditional intersession classes which help them develop additional
skills. A full-time school
counselor works with students on their post graduated plans. Sports, and numerous extra-curricular
activities are an integral part of the school climate. Veritas, which means ÒtruthÓ in Latin, is ÒtrulyÓ
a
small, innovative, challenging high school developed to meet the needs of
students who are looking to pursue higher education. |
Veritas High School is open to students
residing in the city of Milwaukee and enrolled in grades 9-12. Students and their parent/guardian
must attend and complete an interview to determine placement. During the interview, the schoolÕs
philosophy and programs are explained and commitment to the schoolÕs program
is obtained. Students requiring
exceptional education may be eligible for the program. In addition, prior to enrollment, an
assessment test is administered to determine class placement. |
|
Wings
Academy 1501
South Layton Blvd. Milwaukee,
WI 53215 FAX: 431-1358 Contact
Person(s) 431-1356 Dani Metz Nicola Ciurro Mail
Drop: Wings Site
643, Gr. 1-12 Capacity: 153 |
Wings is designed to serve college bound
students who have experienced difficulties learning to read, spell, write,
perform mathematical concepts, and organize themselves. These students either have an
identified learning disability or have had difficulty learning in traditional
schools. The goal of Wings is to
provide a strong, structured curriculum using explicit, simultaneous
multisensory teaching techniques and art-based instruction to focus on the
academic needs of individuals who learn differently in order to allow them
equal access to the print-based and social world around them. |
Enrollment is open to students in grades
2-12 in the 2005-06 school year who would like to experience school success
and be challenged academically.
Signed parent permission for enrollment and a parent/student interview
is required. Students may be
denied admission into the program due to a lack of available space in the
childÕs grade level or current involvement in a disciplinary proceeding. |
NON-INSTRUMENTALITY
CHARTER SCHOOLS
|
School Location |
School Description |
Student Eligibility |
|
Wisconsin
Career Academy (WCA) 4801
South 2nd Street Milwaukee,
WI 53207 FAX: 483-2152 Contact
Person(s) 483-2117 Yasar
Bora Mail
Drop: WCA Site
#640, Gr. 6-12 Capacity:
350 |
WCA is a college-prep school for students that
place heavy emphasis on science, math, language arts and technology. All of the WCA teachers are certified
in their subject area. In the
area of technology, students will be exposed to Microsoft Office
applications, web page design, programming languages as well as creative use
of the computer to enhance external functions. WCA prepares students to excel at testing and competitions
and the local, state, national and even international levels. The middle school and high school
classes stress proficiency in all assignments and tests. By being exposed to competitions,
such as Math counts contest, Future City Competition, state and nationwide
science fairs and Olympiads as well as Intel International Science and
Engineering Fair, WCA students have a better chance of going to the best
colleges. Wisconsin Career
Academy organizes the largest science and engineering fair, Milwaukee Science
and Engineering Fair (MRSEF), in Wisconsin as well as regional art fair,
Milwaukee Regional Art Fair (MRAF).
WCA offers more math and English classes to middle school students to
build a strong foundation. |
Enrollment is open to students in grades 6-12
in the Milwaukee Public School district. Parents must complete an application for enrollment and
agree to all the conditions of enrollment. New students and parents are required to attend an
interview session. |
MILWAUKEE PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
Telephone Numbers
Division of
Diversified Community Schools
|
CENTRAL SERVICES Room 251 |
TELEPHONE NUMBER |
|
Kristi
Cole, Acting
Director, Diversified Community Schools |
475-8140 |
|
Celeste
Moe Program
Officer, Charter Schools |
777-7841 |
|
Adrienne
Woods Program
Officer, Partnership Schools |
475-8875 |
|
Renee
St. Pierre, Head
Secretary |
475-8119 |
|
Mary
Truman Secretary
II |
475-8736 |
|
Della
Bruno, Parent
Information Specialist |
777-7837 |
|
FAX
NUMBER |
475-8471 |