Blogs
Leading From the Middle
I had the pleasure of representing Mineral Point Schools at the Wisconsin State Reading Association convention two weeks ago. I led a session on the connection between literacy and tinkering, making and innovating. My goal was to create a conversation around what’s possible with regard to the hands-on experiences kids naturally engage in and how… Continue Reading Leading From the Middle
Pointer Podcast: I Like to Play Football by Levi
Levi wrote about playing football with his dad. You can listen to Levi read aloud his own writing below.
5th Graders Collaborate Globally with Peers
One of the district’s initiatives is to integrate technology within classroom instruction. 5th graders and teachers at Mineral Point Elementary School have taken this to a new level. In a previous post, it was shared that students and teachers are using Google Classroom, a learning management system, to communicate and collaborate with peers in Italy… Continue Reading 5th Graders Collaborate Globally with Peers
Peace of Mind
by Superintendent Luke Francois A summer pastime for our family is camping. My wife and I started as tent campers in 1997. Through the years, a tent turned into a pop-up, and a pop-up into a travel trailer, as our family grew to include four children and a golden retriever. This past summer our camping… Continue Reading Peace of Mind
Students Recognize Martin Luther King, Jr Day
In recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. day, 5th graders along with Mrs. Bennett and Mr. David performed four songs for the school, families and community. It took place on Monday, January 23, 2017. (Inclement weather prevented this performance from occurring on the civil rights leader’s nationally recognized day.) This event tied in with our 3rd… Continue Reading Students Recognize Martin Luther King, Jr Day
District Safety Committee Looking for Volunteers
On Monday during the Mineral Point Board of Education meeting, it was announced that a district safety committee will form. This is in response to questions and suggestions regarding the level of security in our school district. We are looking for community members to volunteer their time, effort and expertise to join this committee. The committee would be… Continue Reading District Safety Committee Looking for Volunteers
The Promise of a New Year
by Superintendent Luke Francois Happy New Year! The new year is a chance to look back at past accomplishments and look forward to future opportunities. The final year end holds many recognitions and achievements. The District received the highest state ranking possible as a distinguished five-star District. One news outlet recognized the middle school as… Continue Reading The Promise of a New Year
Happy Holidays from Mineral Point Elementary School
We hope your winter break is enjoyable as you spend time with family and friends. Warm wishes, Mineral Point Elementary School Office Staff
The Challenges of Success
If you are looking for that next book to read, especially over the upcoming holiday break, I recommend Better: A Surgeon’s Notes on Performance. The author, Dr. Atul Gawande, describes different examples in which individuals and organizations experience higher levels of success in comparison to others. How certain doctors and groups realized this uncommon achievement… Continue Reading The Challenges of Success
Pointer Podcast: Courage Instead of Fears by Malea
This story was written by 5th grader Malea. Below is our brief conversation about her story and why she wrote it. Courage Instead of Fears Ally lives in a big, aged house in Hillsburg, California. She lives with only her mom because her dad passed away when she was two. She spends all of her… Continue Reading Pointer Podcast: Courage Instead of Fears by Malea