Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

 

The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We are closely monitoring the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). This is a dynamic situation with available information and guidance changing on a daily basis. We will continue to share updates on this page as they become available. Thank you for your patience, understanding, and flexibility.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Elementary: 987-0710

Middle: 987-0720

High: 987-0730

District: 987-0740

If you are a staff member, or your student, or other family member in your household, has been diagnosed with COVID-19, or has been exposed to someone with a confirmed case of COVID-19, please inform School Nurse Jayne Lindsey right away, as well as the Iowa County Health Department, and the county health department in which you reside (if it’s outside of Iowa County). Once we have this information, our School Nurse can assist staff, students, and families on the next steps to take.
School Nurse Jayne Lindsey: jayne.lindsey@mp.k12.wi.us (Jane has offices at both school buildings)
Iowa County Health Department: 608.930.9870
Lafayette County Health Department: 608.776.4895
Grant County Health Department: 608.723.6416
Guidelines from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction on attending school regarding COVID: https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sspw/pdf/Returning_to_School_After_COVID-19.pdf
Mask Mandate

Due to Governor Evers’ mask mandate (August 1-September 28), a face covering is required for anyone age five and older indoors in public spaces. (Exceptions may be made for individuals with a medical condition, disability, or other sensory sensitivity.)

 

Free Meals for Students

 

Fall Sports Guidelines

https://mineralpointschools.org/2020/09/fall-sports-guidelines/

 

2020-21 Back to School Blueprint Draft August 24

 

Iowa County School Superintendents’ Letter August 21

 

7/20 School Board approves beginning fall in Hybrid Model

 

2020-21 School Calendar

 

2020-21 Supply Lists

 

Free & Reduced Lunch Information

https://mineralpointschools.org/mpsd/free-reduced-lunch-program-application/

 

Facilities opening for limited use July 1

There are four separate summer use guideline documents below effective July 1 for

Classroom guidelines:

Baseball and Softball Field Guidelines:

Football Field Guidelines: 

Indoor Use Guidelines (note the weight room, wrestling room, and locker rooms are closed):

Additionally, a COVID-19 liability waiver was emailed to high school families (Classes of 2021-24). The waiver must be completed and on file with the high school office before participation can take place for any summer activity on school grounds.

If you have any questions, please contact High School Principal Matt Austin at matt.austin@mp.k12.wi.us

 

Virtual Learning Survey 

6/4/2020 Survey Results: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xYtBV3tFN8j-w6HT7-2bQCD8kNtZTE_M?usp=sharing

4/13/2020 Survey Results: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Q53c0pKwg0vBMkMdI7t6lqm8t3-yCiwe?usp=sharing

 

Updates to Families & Staff

April 16, 2020: School Closed for Remainder of 2019-20 School Year

March 27, 2020: Letter from Superintendent Wainwright

March 24, 2020: Confirmed Iowa County Case

March 17, 2020: Last call for belongings pick up

March 17, 2020: Schools Closed Indefinitely

March 16, 2020: Pick Up of Belongings

March 15, 2020: School closing effective March 16

March 13, 2020: Mandatory School Closure Forthcoming

March 11, 2020: COVID-19 Update

 

Best Hygiene Practices

  • Frequent and thorough handwashing with soap and water
  • Cover coughs and sneezes
  • Avoid touching your face
  • Stay home when sick
  • Practice social distancing (at least 6 feet away from other people)
  • Staying at home and only going out for essential activities
  • Clean and disinfect all frequently-touch surfaces

 

Additional Information