Wisconsin First Lady Jessica Doyle visited Milwaukee Area Technical College's Downtown Milwaukee campus April 23, 2009, as a part of Wisconsin Covenant Days activities. First Lady Doyle met with 150 local 8th graders from Mitchell Street, Thoreau, Hopkins and Holmes schools and shared the importance of establishing a solid educational foundation.

"When you do right for yourself, you do right for the State of Wisconsin," said the First Lady. "Eighth grade is a time when you determine your future. We are counting on you to make the most of your education and the entire state is cheering you on." Mrs. Doyle also recognized MATC's 200+ programs and commented, "MATC is a tremendous gem for Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin."

MATC welcomed Wisconsin First Lady Jessica Doyle for 2009 Covenant Day activities. More than 150 local eighth graders were on campus on April 23.

First Lady Jessica Doyle visits with a Covenant Day participant.

Dr. Vicki Martin, MATC's interim president welcomed the 8th graders to the Downtown Milwaukee campus and encouraged them to sign the Wisconsin Covenant. "When you sign the covenant, you are not making the promise by yourself. Your teachers, your families, and your community will support you in your pursuit of educational excellence."

Additional speakers included Wayne Larrivee, voice of the Green Bay Packers, and Laura Arbuckle, human resources director at Potawatomi Bingo Casino.