Madison Schools - MMSD

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

The countdown to commencement is on! 🎓 As graduation nears, we will be sharing messages from the family and friends of the Class of 2026.✨

🥳Today, we are featuring graduates from Vel Phillips Memorial High School!

🎓Gurbani Talwar - Congratulations, Bani! We are very proud of you! Wishing you all the best—in college and beyond. Go badgers! Love, Mom & Dad

🎓Jordan Chesmore - Jordan - You have always been a bright light and we are so proud to be your parents! Congrats on your success thus far—you’re ready to launch! We love you!

🎓Rafaelkarlos Manjarrez Carvajal - Rafa, words are not enough to express how proud we are of you and how much we love you. Congratulations on your graduation, mi amor. Through ups and downs, YOU MADE IT, and here you are, opening new doors for what lies ahead.

Join the celebration and share a heartfelt message for a MMSD 2026 grad: https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/graduation/share-a-message

06/01/2026

🔔 Tomorrow is the day! 🔔

Join us for the Lori Mann Carey renaming and ribbon-cutting ceremony & celebration. Let's come together to honor Lori Mann Carey's legacy and kick off a bright new chapter for our students and community!

Event Details:
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
⌚ Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Lori Mann Carey Elementary (501 E. Badger Road)

See you there!

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month!

This June, we proudly celebrate our LGBTQ+ students, staff, families and community members. At MMSD, we believe every student deserves to feel seen, supported and safe.

Pride Month is a time to honor the history and celebrate the diversity that strengthens our schools and our community.

To all who are out, coming out, or still on their journey — we stand with you. You belong here.

05/30/2026

05/30/2026

At Madison East High School senior Ben Dutcher found his rhythm — both in music and in the trades. 🎶⚡️

This fall, he'll begin a five-year electrician apprenticeship with IBEW Local 159, after discovering a passion for hands-on work through East’s career exploration opportunities.

Along the way, he’s also built leadership and collaboration skills through Cypher, East’s student music club, performed across the community and earned medals at SkillsUSA competitions.

🔗Read more: https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/news/article/~board/newsstories/post/senior-spotlight-east-highs-ben-dutcher-brings-creativity-and-craftsmanship-to-his-next-chapter

05/30/2026

The Regents standout used a position change to find her right spot on the field, and eventually, the perfect fit for her collegiate home. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

05/30/2026

Thanks to the Vel Phillips Memorial High School Spartan Youth Service Day we had a lot of help in our bookroom, in the classrooms, gym, art class and overall around the school! It was great to see Stephens' grads helping out!

05/30/2026

People. Purpose. Pride. Building for the Future. 💙

Last night, we had the privilege of celebrating the people who make Madison Metropolitan School District stronger every day at our inaugural People, Purpose, Pride — Building for the Future Leadership Celebration.

As MMSD plans for the future of a growing city, we know that our greatest strength is our people — the educators, staff, community partners and advocates who help students thrive and create opportunities for generations to come.

Congratulations to our 2026 award recipients:
🏆 People Award – Sonia Spencer
🏆 Purpose Award – Kirsten Fruit
🏆 Pride Award – Nkauj Nou Vang-Vue
🏆 Legacy Award – Melinda Heinritz

We are grateful to all who were nominated and to every individual whose leadership, dedication and commitment help shape the future of our schools and community.

A special thank you to our sponsors — TruStage, IMEG, Henricksen and Madison Public Schools Foundation. Their investment in public education and belief in our students helped create an unforgettable celebration honoring the leaders who are shaping the future of Madison.