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Pointer Podcast: How to Catch an Alien by Spencer
This how-to piece was written by Spencer, a 1st grader, this week. He added illustrations, labels and dialogue to his work which supported his writing. You can listen to Spencer read aloud his writing below, followed by a brief conference.
MP Earns Five Star State Report Card Rating
After a one year hiatus, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has released state report cards, based on 2015-16 school data. The Mineral Point Unified School District has scored an 83.1, which places it into the Significantly Exceeds Expectations category, a five star rating. The link to the district’s report card can be found here: Mineral… Continue Reading MP Earns Five Star State Report Card Rating
Board Hears Strong Academic Results
The Mineral Point School Board met Monday, November 14 for its regular monthly meeting and learned of positive academic achievement results by the district. (Keep scrolling for more text following the video) Superintendent Luke Francois shared with the Board that Mineral Point led the SWAL Conference and Iowa County with assessment results, according to an… Continue Reading Board Hears Strong Academic Results
State School Health Award Earned
Mineral Point Middle/High School has been named a 2016 Bronze Wisconsin School Health Award winner from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. This is the second year in a row the district has received this honor. Receiving this award signifies Mineral Point Middle/High School’s commitment to providing students with the knowledge and skills to make… Continue Reading State School Health Award Earned
Give to the Giving Tree
The Mineral Point Chapter of Future Business Leaders of America is sponsoring the Holiday Giving Tree allowing community members, staff, and students to share their holiday blessings with area families. Here’s how you can help: Take an ornament tag from the giving tree located in the High School front hallway. Purchase the gift item listed… Continue Reading Give to the Giving Tree
MPHS Announces 1st Quarter Honor Roll
Mineral Point High School is proud to announce its 2016-17 first quarter honor roll. HIGH HONORS Freshmen: Justin Baehler, Benjamin Basting, Wesley Berget, McKenna Bowers, Natalie Chitwood, Nicholas DuBois, Wyatt Evans, Laney Finkelmeyer, Tessa Hanson, Isaac Lindsey, Cody Pierce, Maggie Schubert, Larry Steffes, Owen Stephenson, Morgan Vondra, Annie Wilbanks, Madeline Williams, Lily Wong. Sophomores: Michaela… Continue Reading MPHS Announces 1st Quarter Honor Roll
Football Award Winners Announced
The Mineral Point Football Team held its awards banquet Thursday, November 10 to honor its outstanding performers of the season. Team Awards Most Valuable Offensive Back/Receiver – Lucas Sanchez Most Valuable Offensive Lineman – Joe Ripp Most Valuable Player Offense – Lance Steffes Most Improved Player Offense – Riley Workman Most Valuable Defensive Back/Linebacker –… Continue Reading Football Award Winners Announced
November 2016 Events at Elementary School
The fall is going fast at Mineral Point Elementary School! Here are a few of our upcoming activities: Tonight (11/10) and next week Thursday (11/17), parent-teacher conferences are being facilitated. If you have not set up a time with your child’s teacher, please do so soon. During conferences, a book fair has been set up in… Continue Reading November 2016 Events at Elementary School
Elementary Book Fair
The Fall 2016 Elementary Book Fair is ready to roll! Hours are: Tuesday, November 8: 9 am-4 pm Wednesday, November 9: 9 am-4 pm Thursday, November 10: 9 am-7 pm Friday, November 11: 11 am-12 pm; 1-2 pm; 3-4 pm Monday, November 14: 11 am-12:15 pm; 3-4 pm Tuesday, November 15: 11 am-12:15 pm; 3-4… Continue Reading Elementary Book Fair
Volleyball Team Fêted
The Mineral Point Volleyball Team held its awards banquet Sunday, November 6. The following players were honored (pictured left to right): Elise Ames: Most Dedicated Destinee Kruser: Honorable Mention All Conference Malorie Johnson: Most Improved Sydney Staver: Captain, Most Valuable Player, First Team All Conference, Most Valuable Player All Conference Haley Chubb: Captain, First Team… Continue Reading Volleyball Team Fêted