Milwaukee Public Schools University

 MPSU operates in various capacities offering benefits to employees seeking teacher licensure.  

• Milwaukee Public Schools University: (MPSU) is a DPI approved EPP offering two non-credit bearing teacher licensure programs in high need content areas. 

MPSU offer tuition to employees at significantly reduced rates!

• Tutoring services: are available (at NO COST) to employees that are seeking licensure.
• Advising: MPSU staff are able to assist employees that are searching for a licensure program at a traditional university. We can provide you with a list of specific universities and agencies (within Wisconsin) that are approved to offer the teacher licensure program that you are seeking. (This benefit is also offered for free!) 

MPSU strives to provide educational opportunities in high need areas; creating career pathways for current employees and providing diverse talent, knowledge of cultural responsive practices, urban education and equity. 

Mission Statement for Milwaukee Public Schools University (MPSU)
MPSU creates and provides teacher licensure pathways that are appropriate, obtainable, and cost efficient for eligible MPS employees. MPSU offers services as a means to advise, support, recruit, maintain, and provide highly qualified teachers
to Milwaukee Public Schools' students.

Vision for the MPSU Educator Preparation Program (EPP)
MPSU will consistently strive to offer exceptional teacher licensure programs to increase the number of highly qualified teachers in classrooms and become a valued local resource and state-wide model for district-based DPI-approved educator preparation programs. 

Vision for MPSU the Department
MPSU will continue to increase the number of highly qualified teachers in the classroom by providing exceptional support, trustworthy service, and appropriate resources to district employees seeking and obtaining teacher licensure. 

DATA & RESEARCH 

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) analyzes data from multiple sources to determine needs and impact. Sources include Wisconsin educator preparation program enrollment and completion, testing rates, as well as educator retention, salary, demographics, and retirement information. Review details in the latest  WI EPP Annual Report .pdf
*The preceeding information is taken from WI DPI Educator Workforce Initiative webpage.