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New superintendent highlights lead remediation, safety and community listening tour in first week
Summary
In her first week, the superintendent thanked school staff, described school visits and outlined priorities including lead remediation, building leadership, and a district "listen and learn" tour; she also noted 25 school resource officers were welcomed to some buildings this week.
Dr. Casaleas, the new superintendent of Milwaukee Public Schools, told the board she spent her first week visiting multiple schools and meeting staff and community members, and outlined immediate priorities including lead remediation, building a strong leadership team and launching a "listen and learn" tour.
"It has been an amazing first week in Milwaukee Public Schools," she said. Casaleas said she visited North Division, Bethune and Chicago, and joined students ice skating at the Pettit Center. She said the district is prioritizing lead remediation work in partnership with city and state health departments and plans to engage the public through multiple opportunities for feedback.
On safety, Casaleas said the district had welcomed 25 school resource officers to some buildings this week and emphasized that the district seeks partnerships "rooted in respect, safety, and positive relationships with our students and staff." She said her offices will host listening sessions and co-led convenings to gather perspectives from the community and staff.
Why it matters: The superintendent sets district priorities and oversees implementation of facilities and safety programs. Her stated emphasis on lead remediation and school safety signals areas where the administration will concentrate staff resources and community engagement in the near term.
Looking ahead: The superintendent said she will hold further departmental meetings and a listen-and-learn tour in coming weeks; the board and staff plan additional sessions to collect community feedback.
