Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary

Milwaukee Sign Language (MSL) Elementary, located on W. Acacia St. in Milwaukee, is a unique educational institution within the Milwaukee Public Schools district. It is distinguished by its specialized mission to provide a bilingual-bicultural environment, integrating American Sign Language (ASL) and English as the primary languages of instruction. The school serves as a hub for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, as well as hearing students, fostering an inclusive community where visual communication and linguistic diversity are at the forefront of the academic experience.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet rigorous state standards while simultaneously supporting the distinct cultural and linguistic needs of its student body. By promoting ASL proficiency and emphasizing visual learning strategies, MSL creates an accessible atmosphere that prepares students for success in both the Deaf community and the broader hearing world. The school is committed to empowering its students through high-quality instruction, technology-integrated classrooms, and a supportive environment that values the unique ways in which students learn and communicate.