May 10, 2013
Principal Bridgette Hood of the 53rd Street School realized early in life that she had a passion for helping children. She demonstrates that passion during every waking moment.
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May 9, 2013
With their college choices made, four students joined fellow College Possible seniors at a year-end graduation celebration.
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May 8, 2013
Five Native American professional women have formed an organization to mentor and support women and girls in their community.
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May 6, 2013
One part of a multifaceted long-range study examining Milwaukee after-school programs is complete. Findings suggest ties between these programs and improvement in student social behavior, confidence and academic progress.
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May 3, 2013
Public Allies Milwaukee’s first Evolving Leaders Conference invited current Allies, alumni and other nonprofit professionals to invest in their own growth for a day.
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April 26, 2013
Donated children’s shoes hang in City Hall to represent the number of child abuse and neglect cases in Milwaukee County in 2011.
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April 26, 2013
Parents and students rallied to kick off the Fair Play campaign, which contends that if public funds are earmarked for a new arena for the Milwaukee Bucks, a portion should be set aside to upgrade school recreational facilities countywide.
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April 24, 2013
Students at Milwaukee’s North Division High School are learning about themselves, their history, and visual and spoken arts, thanks to an ambitious Milwaukee Repertory Theater program.
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April 23, 2013
Ending the statewide residency requirement for city employees could have a huge impact on neighborhoods across the city of Milwaukee. Yet, few central city community organizations have taken an official stance on the issue.
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April 22, 2013
The message of peace came through loud and clear at an anti-violence rally sponsored by Running Rebels that drew participants from throughout the city.
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