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“Who Owns the School?”
by Elementary Principal Matt Renwick In my 20 years in education, I have been asked this question by a student or two. I cannot recall my typical answer. Likely, I stumbled through a dry explanation such as, “Well, people pay taxes which goes toward all of our books, pencils…” I am sure I have also… Continue Reading “Who Owns the School?”
Board Designates Capital Maintenance Projects
At Monday’s School Board meeting, the Operations Committee made several suggestions for use of the Fund 46 monies available for the district to use. (Scroll past the video for more article text) Fund 46 is a Capital Maintenance Fund — monies have been put by the district into this fund for the last five years… Continue Reading Board Designates Capital Maintenance Projects
PITTZS, YAGER INDUCTED INTO BAUMAN HALL OF FAME
Mineral Point High School inducted new members into the Al Bauman Wrestling Hall of Fame Friday, January 10 during the match vs. Boscobel. Ralph & Janice Pittz Ralph and Janice Pittz have supported Mineral Point Wrestling for almost 50 years. They were two of the original organizers of the Mineral Point Wrestling Club. They were… Continue Reading PITTZS, YAGER INDUCTED INTO BAUMAN HALL OF FAME
2020 School Board Candidate Field Set
The field is set for the Tuesday, April 7 Mineral Point School Board election as the deadline to file for candidacy was Tuesday, January 7 at 5 pm. Candidates registered include: Andy Busch, Tony Dahl (incumbent), Joni L. Heisner, Debra Hintz, Bob Janetka, and Gary J. Sullivan (incumbent). Jeff Basting (incumbent) is not seeking another… Continue Reading 2020 School Board Candidate Field Set
Bowers, DuBois are Students of the Month
The Mineral Point Kiwanis Club honored its January Students of the Month at its meeting Tuesday, January 7 at the Pointer Cafe. The students, who are members of the senior class, are selected for this honor through a voting process by staff at the high school, and their biographies are written by themselves. McKenna Bowers… Continue Reading Bowers, DuBois are Students of the Month
Basketball Hall of Fame Charter Class Inducted
The Mineral Point High School Basketball Program is proud to celebrate its Charter Class of the MPHS Basketball Hall of Fame. The induction took place Saturday, January 11th when the girls basketball team hosted Richland Center. All five of these individuals have had a tremendous positive impact on Mineral Point Basketball during their careers and… Continue Reading Basketball Hall of Fame Charter Class Inducted
Safety: A Constant Topic
by Superintendent Mitch Wainwright With the recent school safety issues happening here in Wisconsin, we all take a step back and reevaluate how our own school compares to those that have been affected by the tragic events. This is especially true as we are designing a new addition and remodeling project at the elementary school.… Continue Reading Safety: A Constant Topic
Football Team Receives Accolades
The Mineral Point Football Team held its awards banquet Sunday, December 15. The three-time defending SWAL Champions were honored for many accolades. Award winners pictured, left to right, front row: Grant Bossert (SWAL 2nd Team Receiver, Dodgeville Chronicle All-Area 2nd Team Wide Receiver, Dodgeville Chronicle All-Area 2nd Team Defensive Back), Grady Gorgen (Team Most Improved… Continue Reading Football Team Receives Accolades
Board Approves Construction Phasing Plan
At Monday’s regular monthly meeting, the School Board held discussion and approved the construction phasing timeline for the elementary renovation/addition. (Scroll past the video for more article text) Approved by a 6-0 vote with Dahl absent was architect HSR’s recommendation to build the new addition first. This will allow the new addition to be used… Continue Reading Board Approves Construction Phasing Plan
Ryser, Steffes are Students of the Month
The Mineral Point Kiwanis Club honored its December Students of the Month at its meeting Tuesday, December 3 at the Pointer Cafe. The students, who are members of the senior class, are selected for this honor through a voting process by staff at the high school, and their biographies are written by themselves. Hannah Ryser… Continue Reading Ryser, Steffes are Students of the Month