Mineral Point School District
Doye is UW-Platteville Distinguished Alumni
Congratulations to our #PointerNation Communications Director Joëlle Doye for being honored at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville‘s Homecoming as the College of Liberal Arts and Education Distinguished Alumna of the Year! She is pictured with UW-Platteville Communications Director Paul Erickson. Joëlle graduated from UW-Platteville in 2006 with a degree in Secondary Education: Social Studies. She spent… Continue Reading Doye is UW-Platteville Distinguished Alumni
October School Board Notes & Votes
The Mineral Point School Board held its regular monthly meeting Monday and discussed and took action on the following items: Video link: https://youtu.be/A_v322VzcdI?si=oEers_ChQh7wbiz_ — The Board recognized the following: WASB Business Honor Roll — Aspen Ridge Home & Garden has been a fantastic addition to the Mineral Point community. Following a $12 million renovation to… Continue Reading October School Board Notes & Votes
Homecoming 2023
Mineral Point School District is anxiously anticipating celebrating its 2023 Homecoming October 2-7. This year’s theme is “Welcome to Fabulous Pointer Nation” with Las Vegas vibes. Mineral Point High School Homecoming Court 2023, left to right, front row: Senior King Candidate Gibsen Sporle, Senior Queen Candidate Malea Aschliman, Senior King Candidate Bobby Allbright, Senior Queen… Continue Reading Homecoming 2023
Heisner Receives WASB Recognition
Each year, through the Member Recognition Program, the Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) honors school board members who participate in activities that strengthen their skills as local educational leaders. Board members are awarded points for participating in WASB and national activities such as attending conventions, workshops, seminars and webinars or serving on special committees.… Continue Reading Heisner Receives WASB Recognition
September School Board Notes & Votes
The Mineral Point School Board held its regular monthly meeting Monday and discussed and took action on the following items: Video link: https://youtu.be/F7x50vcV3sU?si=NNrLPgL7qqf-F3bH — The Board heard updates regarding the first week of school from building administrators. (Go to the 16 minute mark) — The Board discussed a possible operating referendum timeline. (Go to the… Continue Reading September School Board Notes & Votes
Homecoming Parade Entry Info
Get your parade entries ready! This year’s #PointerNation Homecoming Parade will be Thursday, October 5 at 6:15 pm. If interested in entering a unit in the parade, please sign up using this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0949A9AA23AAFC1-mphs or call Mr. Matt Nevers at 608-987-0730, Ext. 472, or email him at matt.nevers@mp.k12.wi.us. Entries should be in no later than… Continue Reading Homecoming Parade Entry Info
Kohl Nominations Sought
It’s that time of year again–please consider nominating Mineral Point educators for the following Herb Kohl Awards. They are some of the most prestigious honors that can be earned in the state. Mineral Point has had a winner six of the last seven years, which is incredible — it all starts with a nomination! The… Continue Reading Kohl Nominations Sought
Board Approves Hires for New School Year
The Mineral Point School Board held a special meeting Wednesday night to wrap up new hirings for the upcoming school year. Video link: https://youtu.be/gyGjVk2dssg — Approved 6-0 (with Andy Busch absent) the hiring of Chad Martin as Elementary Physical Education Teacher. (Go to the 21 minute mark) — Approved 6-0 (with Busch absent) the hiring… Continue Reading Board Approves Hires for New School Year
#PointerNation Welcomes Amy McDaniel
Amy McDaniel District Psychologist Hometown: Darlington High school graduated from: Darlington College: Amy earned her Bachelors from Cardinal Stritch University in Psychology. She went on to receive her Masters from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in Educational Psychology. She has also received certification through the National Association of School Psychologists. Previous employment: Most recently, Amy was the School… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Amy McDaniel
August School Board Notes & Votes
Following closed session at Monday night’s regular School Board meeting, the Board unanimously approved by a 6-0 vote (with Joni Heisner absent) the hiring of Tom Ingwell as the next Elementary Principal. Mr. Ingwell has been employed with the District since January 2018 as an Elementary Physical Education Teacher and was previously a Pointer from… Continue Reading August School Board Notes & Votes