Elementary

#PointerNation Welcomes Jenna Wedig

Posted May 22, 2022

Jenna Wedig Elementary Instructional Assistant Hometown: Mineral Point High school graduated from: Mineral Point College: UW-Platteville Previous employment: Caregiver/Nanny (for one who has autism), Seasonal Lands’ End Packer Family: Parents: Peter and Kim Wedig, Siblings: Jacob, 22; Jared, 17; Jaxon, 13. My mom and dad both come from large families, so aside from us siblings, we… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Jenna Wedig

Elementary Update, April/May 2022: Spring Events, Summer School, Family Group, Literacy Curriculum Review

Posted May 6, 2022

Hello elementary school families, Today I was reminded that there are nineteen days left of school. Time has played out differently at different times these past couple of school years. Time felt slower when stress was high. Now that we are in full swing of the last quarter of this school year, days zip by.… Continue Reading Elementary Update, April/May 2022: Spring Events, Summer School, Family Group, Literacy Curriculum Review

Summer School 2022

Posted April 22, 2022

#PointerNation is excited to be offering free summer school to keep students engaged! Our program is open to all students who are residents of the Mineral Point Unified School District. The deadline to register is May 6. Please read more in this flyer and find a link to register: If you have any questions, please… Continue Reading Summer School 2022

Molle is Crystal Apple Winner

Posted April 14, 2022

#PointerNation is thrilled to announce that Deb Molle (3rd Grade Teacher) has been named a Crystal Apple Award winner from NBC 15 Madison! Leigh Mills was at school recently to present this prestigious honor and was joined by Mrs. Molle’s family. She is just one of five winners (out of 644 nominees) who were honored the first week… Continue Reading Molle is Crystal Apple Winner

Elementary School Update, February/March 2022: Changing Weather, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Sign Up for PEP

Posted March 3, 2022

Hello Mineral Point Elementary families, I am not sure I believe the saying that March “comes in like a lion.” For me it snuck in like a mouse! One thing we did notice recently is that it’s been two years since the pandemic started. For all of us in public education, it’s our third year… Continue Reading Elementary School Update, February/March 2022: Changing Weather, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Sign Up for PEP

Oellerich is School Psychologist of the Year

Posted March 3, 2022

The Mineral Point Unified School District is proud to announce that School Psychologist, Katelyn Oellerich, Ed.S., has been named the 2022 School Psychologist of the Year by the Wisconsin School Psychologists Association (WSPA)! Mrs. Oellerich received this honor at a luncheon Thursday, March 3 at the organization’s Spring Conference at the Wintergreen Resort in Wisconsin… Continue Reading Oellerich is School Psychologist of the Year

Elementary Update, January 2022: Our Condolences; Reminder About Visitors; Diverse Books in Classrooms; Parent Educational Partnership Update

Posted January 12, 2022

Hello MPES Families, We were heartbroken when we learned that two of our community firefighters, Brian Busch and Jim Ludlum, died while reporting to a call. The teachers, staff and students send our sincerest condolences to the families and the fire department. In a small community, this type of situation impacts so many people. Brian’s… Continue Reading Elementary Update, January 2022: Our Condolences; Reminder About Visitors; Diverse Books in Classrooms; Parent Educational Partnership Update

Elementary Update, November/December 2021: Digital Learning; Data Retreat; Family Involvement

Posted December 22, 2021

Hello MPES families, For educators, November and December is almost one month. With the holidays along with related events, it feels like it goes by quickly. Hopefully we all get a chance to catch our collective breaths over the winter break. Next are a few updates from the building. (As a friendly reminder, no parking… Continue Reading Elementary Update, November/December 2021: Digital Learning; Data Retreat; Family Involvement