Family Newsletter
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Beginning April 9, 2024, students will no longer be able to access their school account or technology resources from outside the United State. This is to protect student data from unauthorized access and to comply with data privacy regulations.
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FirstView, from First Student, allows families to monitor the status and location of their students’ transportation in real-time, and receive notifications when the bus is close by.
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Check out these five tips to help to support your student return from spring break excited for the remainder of the school year. Remember, our school-based mental health team is here to support our students and families.
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This Women’s History Month, discover how West High students are encouraging the next generation of girls to grow their confidence in math and pursue careers in STEM.
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MMSD middle and high school students competed during the annual educational event. Organized by 100 Black Men of Madison, Inc., the competition is designed to enhance the appreciation and study of African American history and culture.
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More than 100 students from 16 MMSD middle and high schools participated in the 17th Annual Mikva Challenge Project Soapbox Youth Speech Showcase. Students demonstrated research and public speaking skills to deliver speeches on cultural, social, political, and economic issues.