Capital High

🚨 Enrollment Opens August 5!

The countdown to the 2026–2027 school year is on! Starting August 5, MMSD families can complete online enrollment for students in all grades.

Returning to MMSD or joining us for the first time? The enrollment process is simple and fully online.

Don’t forget—every student must be enrolled every year. Complete enrollment for each child and get ready for another great year with MMSD!

Visit mmsd.org to learn more.

📅 Mark Your Calendar—Online Enrollment Opens August 5!

It’s almost time to enroll for the 2026–2027 school year! Online enrollment opens August 5 for all MMSD students in every grade.

Whether you’re a returning family or new to MMSD, you can complete the entire enrollment process online from wherever you are.

✨ Incoming 4K families: You can enroll now! 4K enrollment is already open, so there’s no need to wait until August 5.

Remember: Every student must complete enrollment each school year. Be sure to enroll each child for the upcoming school year.

Learn more and get ready for 2026–2027 at mmsd.org.

🚨All MMSD & MSCR summer programming for students will be canceled on Friday, July 17🚨

Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota is expected to continue to reach Unhealthy (Red) to Hazardous (Maroon) air quality levels through noon on Friday, July 17. Because of this, and due to rising temperatures, all MMSD and MSCR summer programming for students will be canceled on Friday, July 17.

🎒MMSD summer programming courses for elementary, middle and high school students, including virtual courses
🎒MMSD/MSCR Summer Recreation & Enrichment Center and Youth Resource Center programs
🎒MSCR summer camps & community programs
🎒MMSD athletic practices and programming
🎒Access to all MMSD buildings and grounds, including for staff

Summer meals will continue to be offered at MMSD’s comprehensive high schools. Please locate the high school nearest your usual meal service site for continued summer meal service.

For more details on how weather-related closures are decided, visit: mmsd.org/weather

Stay safe!☀️

🎓✨Senior Spotlight: Capital High’s Ava Vang Preps for a Career in Healthcare

At Capital High, Vang found a smaller school community where she could build relationships with staff, explore career opportunities and develop a clear vision for her future.

One of the experiences that helped shape that vision was participating in STEM Academy coursework. Drawn to the program's dual-credit opportunities, she enrolled in college-level medical courses while still in high school.

After graduation, Yang plans to continue her education and pursue a career as an ultrasound technician.
👐Read More: https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/about/news/article/~board/newsstories/post/senior-spotlight-capital-highs-ava-vang-preps-for-a-career-in-healthcare

🎉 School’s out for summer! 🎒☀️

Congratulations to all MMSD students, families and staff on an incredible year. From big accomplishments to everyday moments of growth, you’ve learned so much and made us proud.

Enjoy a well-deserved summer break — we can’t wait to see you back in September!

🎓 WEATHER ALERT: MMSD Graduations at Mitby Theatre Today 🌧️
Today is a special day as we celebrate the Class of 2026! While we're excited to honor our graduates, we're also closely monitoring forecasts calling for heavy rain and the potential for severe weather.

✅ Mitby Theatre and Madison College are safe, secure facilities equipped for shelter-in-place procedures if needed.
⚠️ If a severe weather or tornado warning is issued during a ceremony, attendees will remain inside and follow directions from Madison College safety personnel and staff.
⏰ With multiple graduations scheduled throughout the day, weather-related safety procedures could cause delays to later ceremonies.
📱 Please check your email, text alerts, and official MMSD social media channels before heading to campus for any real-time updates.
Thank you for your flexibility and cooperation as we work to ensure a safe and memorable celebration for all.

Schedule for today:
2-4pm - Malcolm Shabazz City High
4:30-6pm - Innovative High
6:30-8pm - Capital High

🎉 Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Next week, MMSD seniors from the Class of 2026 will cross the stage, marking the end of their high school journeys and the beginning of their next chapter. 💫

All graduation ceremonies are free, open to the public, and livestreamed on the MMSD YouTube channel (MMSDtv) — no tickets needed!

Celebration Schedule
📍 Wednesday, June 10, Madison College – Mitby Theater
2 PM – Malcolm Shabazz City High School
4:30 PM – Innovative High
6:30 PM – Capital High

📍 Friday, June 12, Kohl Center
5 PM – Madison East High School
7:30 PM – La Follette High School

📍 Saturday, June 13, Kohl Center
10 AM – Vel Phillips Memorial High School
1 PM – Madison West High School

Celebrate with us — in person or online — as we honor the incredible MMSD Class of 2026! 🎉🎓

See the full celebration schedule and watch livestream: https://ow.ly/iQWV50Z7nFN

Capital High's Project-based Learning students had an opportunity to learn about a unique business model and have some mighty fine ice cream at

🎓 Share a Message with A Class of 2026 Graduate ✨

Graduation season is here, filled with proud moments, joyful memories, and endless possibilities for our graduates. Let’s celebrate the Class of 2026!

Send words of wisdom, inspirational quotes or notes of encouragement. Select messages will be featured on MMSD social accounts and all messages will be posted on the MMSD graduation page!

Share a message: https://www.madison.k12.wi.us/graduation/share-a-message