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Seeds of Health is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a mission to meet the unique needs of urban children through small schools in a caring, personal environment. 

Established in 1983 as a Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Clinic, Seeds of Health now also operates Seeds Schools, a network of intentionally small schools educating more than 1,500 students annually. In expanding, Seeds of Health became the first K-12 charter school agency in the State of Wisconsin. The network’s public 2r charter schools, authorized by the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, include Seeds of Health K-8 Elementary School, Veritas High School, and Tenor High School’s two campuses, Tenor Cathedral Square and Tenor Journal Square. 

In 2027-28, Seeds Schools will be opening a second Veritas campus, Veritas East, to join the original campus, now called Veritas West. Grandview High School is Seeds of Health’s partnership school, authorized under the Children-at-Risk Law through Milwaukee Public Schools. In addition to Seeds Schools, Seeds of Health continues to operate the WIC Clinic, serving low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk.
 
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At A Glance

1987
Year Established
2.5
Number of Credits Students Can Earn In-Person Per Trimester Plus Additional Edgenuity Credits
5
Student Services Team Members to Support Students
4
Days a Week of Advisory Hour After School For Extra Help
1996
Year Established
100%
of Parents Believe Their Child is Safe at School (2025-26 Parent Survey)
45
Student Spots in Right At School Afterschool Program
117%
Schoolwide MAP Reading Growth (2025-26)
4
High-Performing Seeds High School Options To Attend Post-8th Grade
20+
Years of the Tenor model
1
Free year of college at MATC for Tenor seniors
180+
MATC associate degree, technical diploma, and certificate program options available to Tenor seniors
9
WIAA Sports Teams
4
Cathedral Cafe Business & Entrepreneurship Learning Modules
20+
Years of the Tenor model
1
Free year of college at MATC for Tenor seniors
180+
MATC associate degree, technical diploma, and certificate program options available to Tenor seniors
9
WIAA Sports Teams
7
Courses Utilize the Innovation Lab Throughout the Year
2001
Year Established
100%
of Students Graduate with a Postsecondary Plan in Place (2025 grads)
8
AP Courses Offered
99%
of Veritas Parents Agree the School Has High Expectations for Students (2025-26 Parent Survey)
9
WIAA Sports Teams

Learn More About Our Schools

Seeds of Health Elementary Building

Seeds of Health Elementary

Seeds of Health Elementary’s mission is to work in partnership with families and the community to prepare students with foundational knowledge, skills, and character that will support success in secondary and post-secondary education and adult life.

Grandview High School building

Grandview High School

The Grandview High School mission is to help young adults become academically, emotionally, and socially prepared for productive participation in the 21st century.

Tenor Cathedral Square high school building

Tenor Cathedral Square High School

The Tenor High School mission is to prepare Milwaukee students for successful entry to post-secondary education and career opportunities through the dual completion of a high school diploma and a Milwaukee Area Technical College program certificate or technical diploma, and/or credits in a post-secondary degree program.

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Tenor Journal Square High School

The Tenor High School mission is to prepare Milwaukee students for successful entry to post-secondary education and career opportunities through the dual completion of a high school diploma and a Milwaukee Area Technical College program certificate or technical diploma, and/or credits in a post-secondary degree program.

A view of the Veritas High School building

Veritas West High School

Veritas’ mission is to prepare students for postsecondary success and to be productive participants in their community through a rigorous and dynamic curriculum in a safe and supportive environment.

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Voices from Our Community

Three Tenor High School students painting mural panels
"We are unique in that each of our schools has something innovative to offer students, while maintaining the overall high expectations across campuses."Brenda Jeske Schmidt, Tenor Cathedral Square Principal
A large group of Veritas students smiling in front of the school's sign
“The teachers and staff are very helpful and make sure everyone feels safe and comfortable at school.”Carla, Veritas '27
Five female students working together in class.
"My experience at a Seeds of Health school helped prepare me for college and my career by teaching me strong study habits and responsibility. The school helped me improve my reading, writing, and math skills, which I still use today. I also learned how to manage my time, stay organized, and ask for help when I need it. The high expectations and support from teachers taught me discipline, confidence, and a strong work ethic that helped me succeed after high school."Valeria, Tenor Cathedral Square '25
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“I love working at Seeds of Health Elementary and for the Seeds of Health organization as a whole. Our administrators and entire staff are focused on children, families, and continuous improvement of services on behalf of both.”Seeds of Health Elementary Staff Member
Tenor Cathedral Square student in science class
"When they come here, students will not just be another number in a classroom. They are joining a unique community designed to push them farther than they ever thought possible with every teacher, staff member, and even the students there to help them along."Tenor Cathedral Square Teacher