MSIS Welcome

Mission Statement

”The Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School community is committed to maximizing students’ academic and social potential with an emphasis on cultures from the Spanish-speaking world. In our immersion program, students are educated in both Spanish and English while being held to high academic standards. MSIS staff, in partnership with parents, fosters success by use of formative assessments, collaborative reflection and goal setting.”

Families, friends and community supporters,

¡Bienvenidos! Welcome to Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School (MSIS)! As principal of MSIS, I take pride in our learning environment, where we value cultural awareness and diversity. Located in a quiet, residential area on Milwaukee’s south side, MSIS is a safe place for students to advance their education, build their confidence and develop into well-rounded, independent learners during their K4 – grade 5 educational experience.

At MSIS, Spanish serves as a medium for teaching as well as a topic of instruction. K4, K5 and grade 1 learners are only instructed in Spanish. Students begin formal English reading and language arts instruction in grade 2 and continue to be instructed in Spanish in all other subject areas except English. This method ensures that students become proficient in two languages, giving them an advantage in the real world. MSIS graduates leave our school with values that will last a lifetime. They embrace and respect all groups of people while recognizing each culture’s uniqueness and contributions to society today.

While our strong academic curriculum pushes students to challenge themselves and opens new doors to their futures, MSIS also provides a variety of extracurricular options for students to hone their natural abilities and collaborate with their peers. With sports and club activities offered to all students, there is something for everyone. Our coaches and club leaders motivate students to be the best they can be while building their confidence and improving their skills.

The MSIS staff realizes the importance of maintaining strong bonds with MSIS families. At our school, family involvement is a must! Our active Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and School Governance Council support school programs and activities, facilitate the educational plan and drive academic decisions. From joining the PTA or simply attending a movie night at MSIS with your child, parents are given many opportunities to play a role in their child’s education. In addition, parents are encouraged to volunteer in the school office or classroom and chaperone field trips.

Our community partners help MSIS students gain integral experiences outside the classroom. Local organizations support our school mission by simply showing our students that they believe in them. Relationships with community partners afford students unique experiences, positive interactions with successful community leaders and new perspectives.

For a tour of MSIS, or if you have any questions, please call the school office at (414) 604-7600. I look forward to hearing from you and talking with you about the many opportunities MSIS offers!

Sincerely,

Yvette Martel, Principal

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