Ongoing Lead Hazard Investigations With MPS

The City of Milwaukee Health Department (MHD) has identified hazardous levels of lead contamination in multiple Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) buildings.

These findings, uncovered through separate case investigations by our Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP), in consultation with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), confirm lead hazards inside MPS buildings that exceed state safety standards. As the city’s public health authority, MHD is committed to providing timely updates and working torward long-term solutions to reduce lead exposure risks in school buildings.

MHD Comissioner Mike Totoraitis responds to the CDC’s denial of lead hazard assistance (April 13, 2025)

FREE Lead Screening Clinics

MHD has connected with our community partners to provide FREE lead screenings for children ages 9 months to 10 years old, no insurance required. Please view the clinic options below and find a timeframe that works for your schedule. Any new clinic updates / announcements (locations, dates, times, etc.) will be added here as details are finalized. Thanks for your continued patience and collaboration.

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Children’s Wisconsin Next Door Clinic

2561 N 29th St, Milwaukee, WI 53210

Begins March 20 through the end of the school year
Every Tuesday and Thursday 1-4 p.m.
Walk-in clinc, no appointment needed

MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary (MBHS)

2461 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53206

Free Lead Testing Clinics for kids under 10 years old
Available every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month
Contact Katie Doss at 414-404-0600 (Ext. 5) for more information

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers - Community Outreach Program

Kagel School Pop-up Clinics (1210 W Mineral St)

- Wed, 4/23, 8:00am - 11:30am
- Thurs, 4/24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

SSCHC office hours (1032 S César E. Chávez Dr)

- Mon–Thurs: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 7:30am - 3:30pm

call 414-897-5594 to schedule an appointment

For MPS Families and Staff:

Below is an Up-to-date list of information, records, and resources on the ongoing lead hazard investigations in MPS schools. The City of Milwaukee Health Department will continue sharing these documents as they become available.

Need More Information?

If the resources provided below or on our HEH page do not fully address your questions or concerns, please complete the form below to request direct assistance from MHD. (Example: if you have specific concerns about a school, or a child's health, or notice unsafe lead work being completed while children are present). A member of our team will respond as soon as possible.

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General Updates

MPS Lead Safety Update – Leadership Changes and Continued School Closures - English
(April 3, 2025)

MPS Lead Safety Update – Leadership Changes and Continued School Closures - Spanish
(April 3, 2025)

Progress Update Letter to MPS Families and Staff - Spanish
(March 27, 2025)

Progress Update Letter to MPS Families and Staff - English
(March 27, 2025)

Update Letter to MPS Families and Staff
(March 19, 2025)

Progress Letter to MPS Families and Staff
(March 13, 2025)

Letter to MPS Families and Staff
(February 27, 2025)

Letter to MPS Families and Staff
(February 6, 2025)

Letter to District and School Board
(February 5, 2025)

Fernwood Montessori Updates