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Milwaukee Board of School Directors announces superintendent choice

Dr. Brenda CasselliusFollowing an extensive search that included more than 50 applicants, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors has announced their choice for the next superintendent. The district extended the offer to Dr. Brenda Cassellius, former superintendent of Boston Public Schools, who accepted. 

The three candidates spent time in the district on February 6 and 7, meeting with students, staff, families, and community members. 

More information about all three finalists can be found on the Superintendent Search page on the MPS website. More details about the superintendent transition will be shared in the coming weeks. 

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  • Ninety-four percent of 2022-23 budget dollars go to support schools;
  • The MPS Class of 2023 earned $121 million in scholarships and grants; and
  • MPS is home to five of the state's top high schools according to U.S. News and World Report.

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