Carmen’s New
High School

Building on Our Legacy: New Southside High School

Carmen Schools of Science & Technology is building a new permanent high school that will unite our South and Southeast campuses into one new vibrant learning community. In December 2024, we broke ground at 2005 West Oklahoma Avenue, marking an exciting milestone for our students, families, and community.

Opening in the fall of 2026, this thoughtfully designed facility will feature innovative learning environments, labs, arts and athletic areas, and welcoming spaces for the broader community. Guided by input from students, families, and educators, the new campus will strengthen our mission to develop students who are prepared for college, career, community-involvement, and family life.

This plan reflects our commitment to invest in our students and our community.

A Unified Learning Community

By combining two campuses, we can offer a wider pool of electives and course options that celebrate inclusivity and diversity, ensuring every student can find their passion and potential.

Expanded Sports and Extracurricular Programs

We know we are stronger together! We’ve listened to students and families who asked for expanded opportunities. Combined teams and activities will allow students to enjoy a richer, more varied experiences, fostering teamwork, collaboration, and school spirit!

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Our new campus will provide an inspiring environment that supports the high-quality education we have always strived to provide to our students. At Carmen Schools, we believe that every child should have access to the resources they need to thrive-regardless of race or background.

Where Long Term Vision Takes Shape

For nearly a decade, Carmen has been laying the groundwork for this moment—strengthening its financial foundation, refining its long-term vision, and searching for the ideal location. That vision is now becoming a reality.

In 2024, Carmen secured a six-acre site at S. 20th Street and W. Oklahoma Avenue—strategically located near all three existing southside campuses. Looking ahead, Carmen plans to build a new, three-story, 120,000-square-foot campus designed to serve up to 1,100 student in grades 9-12s and support continued excellence in education.

The new facility will feature:

College and Career Center
Soccer field, large gym, and other athletic facilities
New Steam Lab
Infinite possibilities for our students, families, and staff

Experience Our Impact

Meet the Perez Family: A Legacy of Excellence at Carmen Schools

From educator Samuel Perez Vallejo to the Perez students thriving at Carmen High School South and Southeast Campus, the Perez family embodies the heart of Carmen Schools’ mission: preparing students to be college-bound, career-ready, and engaged in their communities.

By 2026, 21 Perez family members will have proudly graduated from Carmen Schools—an inspiring testament to the transformative power of education and the impact of our work.

Hear from Students & Parents

The impact of this ambitious project will be felt throughout our entire Milwaukee community as we prepare the next generation of students for a life of choice and opportunity
— Aaron Lippman, Carmen CEO

As someone who grew up on the south side of Milwaukee and now works at Carmen, it’s incredibly exciting to see a new high school rising right in my own community. This is more than just a new building, it’s a bold step forward, built on the strong foundation of the Carmen legacy of academic excellence, equity, and community. I’m proud to witness and be part of this expansion that will impact generations of students right here at home. Together, we’re creating a future where every student can thrive.
— Eric Sancen, Assistant Director-HR

I’ve been nothing but grateful to work for Carmen during this time. The choices we have made at Carmen are informed by parents, students and teachers, and I felt heard in the process.
— Ashley Knight, Dean of Curriculum and Instruction

Carmen prepared me for a future that I didn’t see for myself and I hope to make that possibility visible for my students. I am lucky to witness remarkable potential from my students each and every day and it is because of them that I continue my path as an educator at Carmen.
— Elli Gil, Dean of Curriculum and Instruction

I feel like the luckiest person in the world to have this job. It is a privilege to serve our families and support our teachers in executing Carmen's mission.
— Bobby Coburn, Managing Director of Operations

Join Us

We’re grateful for the incredible support from our families, students, staff, neighbors, and local leaders as we build this new high school. But we can’t do it alone. We’re inviting the Milwaukee community to invest in a project that will help shape the city’s future—by developing the next generation of talented workers, strong families, and engaged citizens.

To learn how you can support this effort, including naming and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Azael Flores Guerrero at aflores@carmenhighschool.org.

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