Alfredo Balmaseda, the comptroller for Milwaukee Public Schools, has left his position amid allegations of financial mismanagement within the district. Balmaseda claims he was trying to address severe accounting issues and insists he did nothing wrong. The district's superintendent, Keith Posley, also resigned recently. The district has been accused of failing to file crucial financial reports and implement proper safety measures for students.
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Keith Posley resigned and will receive a $160,000 severance payment, along with any unpaid wages and accrued benefits. The resignation agreement prohibits Posley from filing claims against the board or seeking future employment with them, and requires his cooperation in any future litigation.
The superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, Keith Posley, has resigned amid the district's potential loss of millions in state and federal funding due to missed financial report deadlines and deficiencies in the Head Start program. The school board accepted his resignation following a public outcry over financial mismanagement and poor academic performance. Todd Gray has been hired as a financial consultant to help the district navigate the crisis.
Milwaukee Superintendent Keith Posley has resigned effective June 30 after a closed session school board meeting, amid state and federal concerns over district operations that threaten funding. The board unanimously accepted his resignation, and Southwest Regional Superintendent Eduardo Galvan will manage day-to-day operations temporarily. The district faces significant financial reporting issues, with potential loss of state and federal funds, and the board is now searching for a new superintendent.
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Keith Posley has resigned following a special board meeting where the Milwaukee Board of School Directors unanimously accepted his resignation. The decision comes amid concerns over financial discrepancies and potential state fund withholding due to overdue financial reports. Eduardo Galvan, Regional Superintendent for the Southwest Region, will temporarily oversee day-to-day operations while the board searches for an interim Superintendent.
Milwaukee voters narrowly approved a referendum to increase property taxes for Milwaukee Public Schools, with unofficial results showing 51% in favor and 49% against. The measure is projected to raise about $140 million for the next school year, with support from top Democrats and various organizations. The referendum faced opposition from business interests and critics who argued for more budget cuts before seeking additional funding. Without the referendum, MPS projected a $200 million budget shortfall and planned significant staff cuts.
Milwaukee voters approved a $252 million referendum for Milwaukee Public Schools, with 51% voting yes and 49% voting no. The funding, to be collected through increased taxes over the next five years, aims to address a $200 million budget deficit for the next school year. Advocates on both sides have been actively campaigning, with some residents expressing concerns over the recent passing of a $87 million referendum. The Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association expressed pride in the referendum's passage, emphasizing the importance of equitable opportunities and resources for MPS students.
Milwaukee Public Schools will dismiss students early on the first day of school due to excessive heat, with schools starting at regular times and dismissals staggered throughout the morning and early afternoon. Breakfast and lunch will still be served, and buses will pick up students at the early dismissal times. All after-school activities, Community Learning Centers, and Milwaukee Recreation Programs will be canceled for the afternoon and evening.
A multi-vehicle crash involving a stolen Kia, a school bus, a silver Mercedes SUV, and a Milwaukee Public Schools pick-up occurred in front of Morse Middle School. The driver of the MPS truck recorded the moment the Kia hit the school bus, causing a chain-reaction crash. A 15-year-old passenger in the stolen Kia is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries, and an 11-year-old boy on the bus was also injured. The people inside the stolen Kia fled the scene before officers arrived. Milwaukee Public Schools is taking proactive measures to keep their sites safe while reckless driving continues to be an issue in the community.
