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![logo for ParentSquare.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748900670/madisonk12wius/rrwwwb5fudsqidakgzdn/ParentSquareLogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748900670/madisonk12wius/rrwwwb5fudsqidakgzdn/ParentSquareLogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748900670/madisonk12wius/rrwwwb5fudsqidakgzdn/ParentSquareLogo.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748900670/madisonk12wius/rrwwwb5fudsqidakgzdn/ParentSquareLogo.png","width":1024}])
We are excited to announce that we adopted a new form of school-to-home communication at our school called ParentSquare!
![Mad for Reading June Pride Month Book List]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750432334/madisonk12wius/ae1wggd8mggnzli7mzek/juneMFR.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750432334/madisonk12wius/ae1wggd8mggnzli7mzek/juneMFR.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750432334/madisonk12wius/ae1wggd8mggnzli7mzek/juneMFR.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750432334/madisonk12wius/ae1wggd8mggnzli7mzek/juneMFR.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1750432334/madisonk12wius/ae1wggd8mggnzli7mzek/juneMFR.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750432334/madisonk12wius/ae1wggd8mggnzli7mzek/juneMFR.png","width":2048}])
In honor of Pride Month, MMSD presents a curated book list for students from 4K through 12th grade, celebrating the voices, identities and experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals.
![Close up of bike wheels]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750886188/madisonk12wius/hosx7hfwuukl5ffblmk1/Depositphotos_11738770_L.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750886188/madisonk12wius/hosx7hfwuukl5ffblmk1/Depositphotos_11738770_L.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750886188/madisonk12wius/hosx7hfwuukl5ffblmk1/Depositphotos_11738770_L.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750886188/madisonk12wius/hosx7hfwuukl5ffblmk1/Depositphotos_11738770_L.png","width":1000}])
Gompers Elementary was named Fittest School at the Madison Bike + Run, where 400+ kids helped raise $12K for area schools to kick off summer!
![student smiles as they hold a shotput ball.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750792696/madisonk12wius/gjkduvxunljv3ob7qx4g/EastTrackStarThumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750792696/madisonk12wius/gjkduvxunljv3ob7qx4g/EastTrackStarThumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750792696/madisonk12wius/gjkduvxunljv3ob7qx4g/EastTrackStarThumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750792696/madisonk12wius/gjkduvxunljv3ob7qx4g/EastTrackStarThumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1750792696/madisonk12wius/gjkduvxunljv3ob7qx4g/EastTrackStarThumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1750792696/madisonk12wius/gjkduvxunljv3ob7qx4g/EastTrackStarThumbnail.jpg","width":2200}])
Jay Coleman, a recent East High grad, had two state titles in wheelchair track, using their journey to advocate for greater inclusion for future athletes.
![Rows of students in red graduation gowns hold certificates.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750793501/madisonk12wius/ufczqjbm9tzpvyzyd9d8/sealofbilteracy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750793501/madisonk12wius/ufczqjbm9tzpvyzyd9d8/sealofbilteracy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750793501/madisonk12wius/ufczqjbm9tzpvyzyd9d8/sealofbilteracy.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750793501/madisonk12wius/ufczqjbm9tzpvyzyd9d8/sealofbilteracy.png","width":1024}])
This year, more than 80 students from MMSD received the Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy. This honor celebrates their academic success and cultural identity while encouraging connections between different languages and communities.
![Teacher and two students stand against wall in team photo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750792487/madisonk12wius/slwyuweynxo8mksgtaa1/africanamericanhistorybowl.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750792487/madisonk12wius/slwyuweynxo8mksgtaa1/africanamericanhistorybowl.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750792487/madisonk12wius/slwyuweynxo8mksgtaa1/africanamericanhistorybowl.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750792487/madisonk12wius/slwyuweynxo8mksgtaa1/africanamericanhistorybowl.png","width":903}])
The team won a national title at the 2025 African American History Challenge, showcasing their hard work, teamwork and deep knowledge of Black history on a national stage.
![school bus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724890913/madisonk12wius/gkd1iplghjw5dtzusxcm/salad.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724890913/madisonk12wius/gkd1iplghjw5dtzusxcm/salad.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724890913/madisonk12wius/gkd1iplghjw5dtzusxcm/salad.png","width":700}])
Through DPI's Summer Food Service Program, MMSD will provide free, nutritious meals to all children and teens 18 years of age and younger while school is out of session.
![MMSD Caps Stellar Year of Athletics with Wins at State Track & Field Championships]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749842711/madisonk12wius/uyjfsrkd7sshhtlduxot/JayColeman.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749842711/madisonk12wius/uyjfsrkd7sshhtlduxot/JayColeman.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749842711/madisonk12wius/uyjfsrkd7sshhtlduxot/JayColeman.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749842711/madisonk12wius/uyjfsrkd7sshhtlduxot/JayColeman.png","width":1000}])
Media Releases
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![A heart on a green background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/erwkf29nge2zc1w3rjxj/MMSDShoutoutGreen2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/erwkf29nge2zc1w3rjxj/MMSDShoutoutGreen2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/erwkf29nge2zc1w3rjxj/MMSDShoutoutGreen2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991596/madisonk12wius/erwkf29nge2zc1w3rjxj/MMSDShoutoutGreen2.jpg","width":1000}])
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about Tom Brown - Gillespie Middle
![Shout out graphic 2]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651581464/madisonk12wius/rhg1crrwtn8h6tpaeghx/MMSDShoutoutTAW2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1651581464/madisonk12wius/rhg1crrwtn8h6tpaeghx/MMSDShoutoutTAW2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1651581464/madisonk12wius/rhg1crrwtn8h6tpaeghx/MMSDShoutoutTAW2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651581464/madisonk12wius/rhg1crrwtn8h6tpaeghx/MMSDShoutoutTAW2.jpg","width":1000}])
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about Ms. Melissa & Ms. Dana
![Two hands holding each other on a red background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991595/madisonk12wius/mvtl5fso4qlqnkkakofw/MMSDShoutoutMaroon3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991595/madisonk12wius/mvtl5fso4qlqnkkakofw/MMSDShoutoutMaroon3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991595/madisonk12wius/mvtl5fso4qlqnkkakofw/MMSDShoutoutMaroon3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991595/madisonk12wius/mvtl5fso4qlqnkkakofw/MMSDShoutoutMaroon3.jpg","width":1000}])
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about Asendra Brown - Southside
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about Mrs. Kerwin and Ms. Vivas at Anana Elementary
![Two hands holding each other on a green background]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/svbyif9ranwxvggvuvtg/MMSDShoutoutGreen3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/svbyif9ranwxvggvuvtg/MMSDShoutoutGreen3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/svbyif9ranwxvggvuvtg/MMSDShoutoutGreen3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1624991599/madisonk12wius/svbyif9ranwxvggvuvtg/MMSDShoutoutGreen3.jpg","width":1000}])
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about Ms.Riester - Crestwood Elementary
![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}])
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about Mr. Schroeder - Shorewood Elementary
![Shout out graphic 1]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651581193/madisonk12wius/i0i16wztjui7wrgrs2sv/MMSDShoutoutBlueTAW.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1651581193/madisonk12wius/i0i16wztjui7wrgrs2sv/MMSDShoutoutBlueTAW.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1651581193/madisonk12wius/i0i16wztjui7wrgrs2sv/MMSDShoutoutBlueTAW.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651581193/madisonk12wius/i0i16wztjui7wrgrs2sv/MMSDShoutoutBlueTAW.jpg","width":1000}])
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about Ms. Brown
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about Tom Brown - Gillespie Middle School
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