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Music Department Earns WSMA Accreditation
A big congrats to everyone involved in making our #PointerNation Middle and High Schools officially accredited by the Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA)! This honor recognizes our schools’ outstanding participation in WSMA programming and distinguishes our music program. WSMA applauds our efforts to provide valuable music education opportunities for our students!
#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
#PointerNation Welcomes Chad Martin
Chad Martin Elementary Phy Ed Teacher Hometown: Evansville High school graduated from: Evansville College: Chad earned his Bachelor’s in Physical Education with a minor in Health from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He later earned his Adapted Physical Education license from Stevens Point. Previous employment: Most recently, Chad was an Elementary Physical Education teacher for the… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Chad Martin
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
Back to School Night
Students and families are welcome to stop by for Back to School Night Tuesday, August 29 to drop off supplies and meet teachers. We are excited to see everyone! Middle/High: 4-6 pm Elementary: 5-7 pm Any questions? Please reach out to your school office: Elementary: 608-987-0710 Middle: 608-987-0720 High: 608-987-0730
#PointerNation Welcomes Mo May Grimm
Mo May Grimm Before/After School Program (Kids Club) Director Hometown: Mineral Point High school graduated from: Mineral Point College: Mo earned her Bachelor’s from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville in Business Administration (Management/HR Emphasis) with a minor in Psychology. Previous employment: Mo is currently employed as a Project Manager at Midwestern BioAg. She has previously been employed as a… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Mo May Grimm
#PointerNation Welcomes Jessie Sigg
Jessie Sigg 5th Grade Teacher Hometown: Argyle High school graduated from: Argyle College: Jessie earned her Bachelors in Elementary Education from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. She went on to receive her Masters in Reading from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Previous employment: Most recently, Jessie was a 5th Grade Teacher at Iowa-Grant Elementary/Middle School. Prior to that, she was… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Jessie Sigg