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WIAA History of Success
WIAA STATE TEAM CHAMPIONS Boys Track and Field 1961, 1962 Wrestling 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1985, 1986, 2002, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2021 Girls Cross Country 2005*, 2006*, 2010*, 2011*, 2012*, 2021* Basketball 2016, 2022 Softball 2013 Track and Field 2015* WIAA STATE TEAM RUNNERS-UP Boys Baseball 2019 Basketball 1974, 2015 Cross Country 2010*, 2017*… Continue Reading WIAA History of Success
Fiscal Responsibility
The District has a strategic plan with four areas of focus: fiscal responsibility, community engagement, academic achievement, and technology. The first of four focus areas of the District’s strategic plan is fiscal responsibility. One goal of the board is to create and implement a communication plan to inform the community on the school budget and… Continue Reading Fiscal Responsibility
Bennett Named Teacher Of The Month
Mineral Point Elementary 5th grade teacher, Lifka Bennett, has been honored by Ubersox of Iowa County and WOLX 94.9 FM as the July Teacher of the Month. Bennett can be seen driving a Chrysler 200 during the month of July displaying her honor. Also, she will receive a $200 donation for her classroom. Tune in… Continue Reading Bennett Named Teacher Of The Month
Welcome
Hello Pointer Families! My name is Brad Brogley and I am excited about the opportunity to be a part of the Mineral Point School District as I am serving as the Mineral Point Elementary Principal. There are many challenges facing public education and with my 23 years of experience both as a teacher and education… Continue Reading Welcome
About High School Agriculture
Classes Plants, Animals, and You (PAY): Acquaint yourself with the exploding world of Agri-science. “Learning by doing” activities will provide you with exposure to various areas of Agri-science. These include: careers, FFA, soils, plant science, horticulture, animal science, Ag. mechanics, and natural resources. The greenhouse will be used as a laboratory for various activities dealing with… Continue Reading About High School Agriculture
Cool, Hottenstein are Students of the Month
The Mineral Point Kiwanis Club honored its October Students of the Month at its meeting Tuesday, October 3. 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. Julianna Cool Julianna Cool is the… Continue Reading Cool, Hottenstein are Students of the Month
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
“Into the Woods” Cast & Crew Announced
Auditions have been completed and the cast and crew lists have been announced for the high school musical theatre’s production of “Into the Woods!” The show is set for Friday and Saturday, November 17 & 18 at 7 pm, and Sunday, November 19 at 1:30 pm, at the Mineral Point Opera House. Tickets will be… Continue Reading “Into the Woods” Cast & Crew Announced
Allbright, Schuette are Students of the Month
The Mineral Point Kiwanis Club honored its September Students of the Month at its meeting Tuesday, September 19. 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. These are the first Students of… Continue Reading Allbright, Schuette are Students of the Month
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
#PointerNation Welcomes Jacob Klein
Jacob Klein Pointer Kids Club Before & After School Program Special Education Assistant Hometown: I moved to Mineral Point in 2018; before that I lived in Belmont. High school graduated from: Mineral Point College: UW Platteville pursuing education degree (history) Previous employment: I work at Camp Phillip as a camp counselor during the summer and… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Jacob Klein
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
#PointerNation Welcomes Brooke Eagan
Brooke Eagan Pointer Kids Club Assistant Hometown: Although I still consider myself a Texan, I moved to Mineral Point in 1993. Mineral Point has been my hometown since. High school graduated from: Mineral Point College: I am currently attending college for Psychology with a concentration in Media and Technology and will graduate in 2026 at the young… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Brooke Eagan
#PointerNation Welcomes Andrea Dannenberg
Andrea Dannenberg Pointer Kids Club Assistant Hometown: Naperville, IL High school graduated from: Sacred Heart Academy/Benet Academy College: Andrea earned her Bachelors in Elementary Education from Aurora University and her Masters in Education from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville with an emphasis in Children’s Literature – Reading Specialist. Previous employment: Andrea has worked as a UW-Platteville Professor/Adjunct Early Childhood for… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Andrea Dannenberg