Parent Roadmaps to Common Core Standards – Mathematics

Parent Roadmaps to the Common Core Standards- Mathematics The Council of the Great City Schools’ parent roadmaps in mathematics provide guidance to parents about what their children will be learning and how they can support that learning in grades K-8. These parent roadmaps for each grade level also provide  three-year snapshots showing how selected standards… Continue Reading Parent Roadmaps to Common Core Standards – Mathematics

Rural Schools Funding

In the past week I was called upon to represent rural schools on an educational advisory panel to Senator Mark Pocan as well as asked to speak to the struggles of rural schools to Kristen Durst of Wisconsin’s Public Radio “All Things Considered.”  If I wasn’t aware before, it is abundantly clear to me now,… Continue Reading Rural Schools Funding

Communications Specialist

Full Job Title: Communications Specialist Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in PR, communications or related field. Two years of related experience in public relations and/or media work. Previous experience working with public schools preferred. Knowledge of the unique district community. Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiency with current technology for performance of duties; including graphics… Continue Reading Communications Specialist

Mineral Points Tax Levy Hike Attributed to State Aid Reduction

As the state’s share of public education costs spirals downward, Mineral Point school district residents will contribute more money out of pocket.  Following a 3.9 percent decrease in general state aid and rising costs, the district’s proposed 2014-15 budget would boost the amount of money collected from local taxpayers by nearly 3.3 percent to preserve… Continue Reading Mineral Points Tax Levy Hike Attributed to State Aid Reduction

2014 Homecoming Spirit Days

Mineral Point Middle School is pleased to announce the Spirit Days in honor of this year’s Homecoming.  Monday – Crazy Sock Day Tuesday – Senior Citizen Day Wednesday – Crazy Hair Day Thursday – Hat Day Friday – Blue and White Day

2014 Homecoming Spirit Days

Mineral Point High School is pleased to announce the following Spirit Days in honor of this week’s Homecoming.  Monday – Fanatic Fan Day (favorite college or pro team) Tuesday – Decade Day    Freshman – 80’s    Sophomores – 70’s    Juniors – 60’s    Seniors – 50’s Wednesday – Superhero Day    Freshman –… Continue Reading 2014 Homecoming Spirit Days

Homecoming Week / Dress Up Days for Mineral Point Elementary

Homecoming week is upon us.  The following themes will be options for our students at Mineral Point Elementary.   Homecoming Week Dress-Up Days! Monday:  Pajama Day Tuesday:  Mix n’ Match Day Wednesday:  Favorite Sports Team Day Thursday:  Hat Day Friday:  Blue and White Day

Every day counts!

The 2014-15 school year is off and running, and Mineral Point Elementary School has exciting plans and high expectations for your child’s learning. I know that you also have many hopes and dreams for your child’s success in school and beyond. To make sure those hopes and dreams are realized, I want to ask for… Continue Reading Every day counts!