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![East High Principal Mikki Smith.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742506058/madisonk12wius/gwwdewkfjdmbi9vf7mxs/MikkiSmith.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742506058/madisonk12wius/gwwdewkfjdmbi9vf7mxs/MikkiSmith.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742506058/madisonk12wius/gwwdewkfjdmbi9vf7mxs/MikkiSmith.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742506058/madisonk12wius/gwwdewkfjdmbi9vf7mxs/MikkiSmith.jpg","width":1024}])
Learn more about her inspirations and lessons learned across her careers as we uplift her dedication during Women’s History Month.
![Capital High teacher Jessie Loeb sits in classroom.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741973809/madisonk12wius/dc95abtupmyxm1srjm4g/CapitalHighParentingProgramJessieLoeb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741973809/madisonk12wius/dc95abtupmyxm1srjm4g/CapitalHighParentingProgramJessieLoeb.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741973809/madisonk12wius/dc95abtupmyxm1srjm4g/CapitalHighParentingProgramJessieLoeb.png","width":768}])
The Capital High Parenting Program provides pregnant and parenting students with academic support, parenting education, childcare, and essential resources, empowering them to graduate while caring for their children.
![students singing in wisconsin state capitol rotunda]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741888743/madisonk12wius/tv3f88cgmkduvidlxc1o/hamiltonchoir.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741888743/madisonk12wius/tv3f88cgmkduvidlxc1o/hamiltonchoir.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741888743/madisonk12wius/tv3f88cgmkduvidlxc1o/hamiltonchoir.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741888743/madisonk12wius/tv3f88cgmkduvidlxc1o/hamiltonchoir.png","width":1000}])
The school's eighth-graders singers filled the Rotunda with music, as part of the Wisconsin Music Educators Association's Capitol Concerts series.
![CNA students working in lab]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741718257/madisonk12wius/sgbtmpmp3nes5kscfslm/CNAMemorial.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741718257/madisonk12wius/sgbtmpmp3nes5kscfslm/CNAMemorial.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741718257/madisonk12wius/sgbtmpmp3nes5kscfslm/CNAMemorial.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741718257/madisonk12wius/sgbtmpmp3nes5kscfslm/CNAMemorial.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741718257/madisonk12wius/sgbtmpmp3nes5kscfslm/CNAMemorial.jpg","width":1227}])
Madison College and MMSD partner to offer high school students a CNA program, providing skills, certifications, and a pathway to healthcare careers.
![West High School Choir performing during a concert]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741900229/madisonk12wius/tkxghyyfyshiyqztadbj/WestChoirGroupPhoto_Resized.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741900229/madisonk12wius/tkxghyyfyshiyqztadbj/WestChoirGroupPhoto_Resized.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741900229/madisonk12wius/tkxghyyfyshiyqztadbj/WestChoirGroupPhoto_Resized.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741900229/madisonk12wius/tkxghyyfyshiyqztadbj/WestChoirGroupPhoto_Resized.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741900229/madisonk12wius/tkxghyyfyshiyqztadbj/WestChoirGroupPhoto_Resized.png","width":1488}])
At West High School, the choir program is a space where students of all backgrounds and abilities come together to create music, build friendships, and support one another.
![CTE related illustrations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713213177/madisonk12wius/jztetjng2lz18at2cxyu/CTE.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713213177/madisonk12wius/jztetjng2lz18at2cxyu/CTE.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713213177/madisonk12wius/jztetjng2lz18at2cxyu/CTE.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713213177/madisonk12wius/jztetjng2lz18at2cxyu/CTE.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713213177/madisonk12wius/jztetjng2lz18at2cxyu/CTE.jpg","width":1218}])
Middle school students in MMSD have an exciting opportunity to dive into hands-on learning this summer with the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Summer Discovery Program.
![paintings made by East High language arts students.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741815439/madisonk12wius/ro9xs2dikmldr6ydrs3q/EastLanguageArtClass.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741815439/madisonk12wius/ro9xs2dikmldr6ydrs3q/EastLanguageArtClass.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741815439/madisonk12wius/ro9xs2dikmldr6ydrs3q/EastLanguageArtClass.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741815439/madisonk12wius/ro9xs2dikmldr6ydrs3q/EastLanguageArtClass.png","width":1024}])
A Spanish Language Arts class assignment encouraged students to “interview” famous artists using AI, recreate their works, and showcasing their paintings at a local business.
![two high school teams play basketball and reach for a basket.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741811379/madisonk12wius/yo8wz6yfer3k0ovotjvr/LaFolletteBoysBasketball.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741811379/madisonk12wius/yo8wz6yfer3k0ovotjvr/LaFolletteBoysBasketball.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741811379/madisonk12wius/yo8wz6yfer3k0ovotjvr/LaFolletteBoysBasketball.jpg","width":768}])
As the winter chill fades and the promise of spring fills the air, we're thrilled to share some exciting highlights from our winter sports season and look ahead to the spring activities that await our student-athletes.
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Shoutouts
![Two hands holding each other on a blue background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/u8ihxnpktlvkqwjzuyij/MMSDShoutoutBlue3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/u8ihxnpktlvkqwjzuyij/MMSDShoutoutBlue3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/u8ihxnpktlvkqwjzuyij/MMSDShoutoutBlue3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/u8ihxnpktlvkqwjzuyij/MMSDShoutoutBlue3.jpg","width":1000}])
Thank you, Emma for being a reflective educator. You students and athletes KNOW how much you care for and respect them. We are all sooooo lucky to have you!
![A heart on a blue background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/nzfhuvm4tlwtn6kuccmu/MMSDShoutoutBlue2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/nzfhuvm4tlwtn6kuccmu/MMSDShoutoutBlue2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/nzfhuvm4tlwtn6kuccmu/MMSDShoutoutBlue2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/nzfhuvm4tlwtn6kuccmu/MMSDShoutoutBlue2.jpg","width":1000}])
Thank you for everything you do to support our students. You are a bright spot in our community! You are so loved!
A huge shout out to Christine Hettinger for always being there to help make our Adopt-a-School partnership run without a hitch. She's there when we need her with outstanding commitment and caring. Thank you, Christine!
First United Methodist Church
![A heart on a purple background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/rorrrkzgbqglja5xc3hi/MMSDShoutoutPurple2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/rorrrkzgbqglja5xc3hi/MMSDShoutoutPurple2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/rorrrkzgbqglja5xc3hi/MMSDShoutoutPurple2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/rorrrkzgbqglja5xc3hi/MMSDShoutoutPurple2.jpg","width":1000}])
Big shout out to East's amazing assistant principals for handling a million things at once and somehow making it look (relatively) easy! We all know it’s not and we’re lucky to have you!
![Two hands holding each other on a purple background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/bz90mgstro3qzrvecmrz/MMSDShoutoutPurple3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/bz90mgstro3qzrvecmrz/MMSDShoutoutPurple3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/bz90mgstro3qzrvecmrz/MMSDShoutoutPurple3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991600/madisonk12wius/bz90mgstro3qzrvecmrz/MMSDShoutoutPurple3.jpg","width":1000}])
Your openness to reflecting, learning, and growing truly appreciated. Your dedication to continuous improvement not only strengthens your own practice but also elevates those around you. What a gift you are to both our staff and students!
Your openness to reflecting, learning, and growing truly appreciated. Your dedication to continuous improvement not only strengthens your own practice but also elevates those around you. What a gift you are to both our staff and students!
A huge shout out to Antonio Cruz-Rodriguez who is our Adopt-a-School right hand man! He makes sure everything is taken care of and supports the work of First United Methodist Church and the students. You're the best!!
![Two hands holding each other on a teal background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/dgx1kpsj5a3oyedcii51/MMSDShoutoutMMSD3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/dgx1kpsj5a3oyedcii51/MMSDShoutoutMMSD3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/dgx1kpsj5a3oyedcii51/MMSDShoutoutMMSD3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/dgx1kpsj5a3oyedcii51/MMSDShoutoutMMSD3.jpg","width":1000}])
Ms. Garcia - Wright Middle School: Thank you for your dedication to our Wright scholars and community. We appreciate you all you do for our school!