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Take a look at these upcoming important dates, including no-school days, events, Board of Education meetings, and more.
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Help shape MMSD’s next five-year Strategic Framework by to completing an online survey.
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Hear from principals James Kamoku, Nou Vang-Vue and Duy Nguyen as they share their experiences as part of the AAPI community.
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Before heading to UW-La Crosse to study public health and play soccer, the West senior reflects on the growth, friendships and support she found along the way.
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In honor of National Speech Pathologist Day May 18, take a behind-the-scenes look at MMSD's one-of-a-kind early childhood phonology program.
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Last week, the Madison Public Schools Foundation released its 2024 Community Report. Read the report and see the difference you made!
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We've got incredible adventures lined up for kids in grades K-9 and there's something for everyone!
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Check out the MMSD library team's monthly book list recommendations, featuring titles for all reading levels, in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage History Month.
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MMSD students put their learning into action on Better World Day through hands-on projects that supported their communities and showcased their leadership.
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The District and City are again partnering to provide MMSD students currently in grades 6–12 with free bus passes! Passes are good for use throughout the summer!