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The start of a new academic year provides an opportunity to showcase the progress that MPS, MATC and UWM have made in forging a true public education network in Milwaukee.
This time of renewal also allows Milwaukee’s three largest education institutions – which serve more than 130,000 students combined – to reinforce our commitment to M³ (pronounced M-cubed) as we look to build upon a solid foundation.
Read moreM3 reached a major milestone with the graduation of the first Early College pilot program class.
Read moreThe early returns are promising for M³ (pronounced M-cubed) and its mission to make an impact in Milwaukee through education.
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M³ is committed to achieving economic and social equality for all through education. The Milwaukee Parent Institute partners with families to ensure their children have the resources and information to achieve their dreams. Here’s how:
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A delegation from Aiken County, South Carolina, public schools visited the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus to learn about M³, the multifaceted collaboration among UWM, Milwaukee Area Technical College and Milwaukee Public Schools focused on improving educational attainment.
Read moreThe University Economic Development Association (UEDA), which works to bring together higher education institutions, businesses, nonprofit organizations and government entities to create economic opportunity, has named M³ as a finalist for this year’s Awards of Excellence.
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Our shared vision for M³ (pronounced M-Cubed) includes building a true public education network connecting MPS, MATC and UWM. The work of our goal teams continues to make this vision a reality. This year, a group of MPS students will graduate with high school diplomas that include college credit from MATC or UWM. As you
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College readiness is a focus for school district leaders around the nation, and in March, leaders from M3 were invited to present information about the partnership to a joint convening of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) and AASA: The School Superintendents Association. MPS Superintendent Keith Posley, MATC President Vicki Martin and UWM Associate
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Milwaukee Public Schools high school students are getting a taste of college and earning credits through the M3 Early College pilot program. M3 (pronounced M-Cubed) is a multifaceted collaboration among the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee Area Technical College and MPS, which collectively serve more than 130,000 students. M3 features a variety of programs and initiatives
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Early exposure to careers is part of an M3 plan to help students connect education with their interests and long-term goals. Traditionally, college experiences are offered to students in 11th and 12th grades to assist them in choosing a college. Although this is important, research also shows that earlier exposure to such experiences provides more
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