Elementary
#PointerNation Welcomes Allison Keller
Allison Keller Elementary Music Teacher Hometown: Mount Horeb High school graduated from: Mount Horeb College: Allison earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Previous employment: She has served as a substitute teacher in the Mount Horeb Area School District and the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. Family: My parents, Paul… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Allison Keller
#PointerNation Welcomes Shelby Sporle
Shelby Sporle Pupil Services Administrative Assistant Hometown: Cross Plains High school graduated from: Middleton Previous employment: Most recently, Shelby was employed as an Administrative Professional with Unified Community Services in Dodgeville. Prior she also served as an Administrative Assistant at First Choice Dental and Exact Sciences Corporation. Family: Shelby is married to her Husband, Tyler.… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Shelby Sporle
Kohl Nominations Sought
It’s that time of year again–please consider nominating Mineral Point educators for the following awards. They are some of the most prestigious honors that can be earned in the state. Please read below for details on the two categories, Fellowship and Leadership. The Herb Kohl Foundation annually selects 100 teachers and a maximum of 17… Continue Reading Kohl Nominations Sought
Elementary Update, August 2022: Welcome Back; Parking Procedures; Attendance Guidelines; What to Expect on the First Week
“School is just around the corner…” An apt comparison that people have shared with me lately, and as the first day draws closer, that corner can feel like I am going a little too fast! After 22 years of teaching and leading, no amount of preparation seems to be enough to feel prepared for the… Continue Reading Elementary Update, August 2022: Welcome Back; Parking Procedures; Attendance Guidelines; What to Expect on the First Week
Registration 2022-23
2023-2024 Registration_Publication It’s that time of year again. The Mineral Point School District will be gathering student demographics and forms utilizing Skyward Family Access. Starting July 24, you will be able to update Student Demographics online in Family Access. You will need to have your username and password. You will only be able to access… Continue Reading Registration 2022-23
Elementary Update, Summer 2022: Time Flies; Library Access in July; After School Program Interest Survey; E.L.A. Curriculum Selection
Hello Mineral Point Elementary School families, Today is our first day of summer school. It’s nice to see the kids and staff back in the school. Speaking with one staff member this morning, she commented on how quickly the summer goes. “Once you hit the 4th of July, time just flies.” I agreed, and… Continue Reading Elementary Update, Summer 2022: Time Flies; Library Access in July; After School Program Interest Survey; E.L.A. Curriculum Selection
224 Years of Service for Retirees
The last day of school is bittersweet, but even more so this year as seven #PointerNation staff members are retiring with a combined total of 224 years of service! It won’t be the same without you! Best wishes and a sincere thank you. — Alf Jacobson, Middle/High School Custodian — Sandy Weitzel, Middle School Instructional… Continue Reading 224 Years of Service for Retirees
Klinginsmith Advances to State Literary Contest
Let’s hear it for Doolin Klinginsmith! He received 1st place in the Delta Kappa Gamma Mu Chapter Essay Contest and his entry advanced to the state level! Great job representing #PointerNation!
Pointers are CESA 3 Award Winners
Friday at CESA 3 in Fennimore, WCASS (Wisconsin Council of Administrators of Special Services) presented awards to various Region 3 special services personnel and Mineral Point was honored to receive two awards. Joslen Buckingham received the Region 3 WCASS Student Ambassador Award. Mr. Justin Leonard nominated Josie for this award and shared that Josie moved… Continue Reading Pointers are CESA 3 Award Winners
#PointerNation Welcomes Kim Wedig
Kim Wedig Elementary Instructional Assistant Hometown: I grew up on a dairy farm outside of Cobb. There was ALWAYS something to do on the farm. High school graduated from: Iowa-Grant College: Southwest Wisconsin Technical College (Certified Nursing Assistant Training, Advanced Certified Nursing Assistant Training, Licensed Practical Nurse license) Previous employment: Inclusa Supportive Home Care, Bloomfield… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Kim Wedig