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Elementary Holds Ribbon Cutting
Tuesday, September 7, 2021 will go down in #PointerNation history! We were so excited to welcome students into our renovated elementary spaces! The day began with a brief ribbon cutting ceremony for students and staff. School Board members since construction began were also invited to attend. Since we were unable to have a groundbreaking ceremony… Continue Reading Elementary Holds Ribbon Cutting
Nervous Energy
by Superintendent Mitch Wainwright Every year there is some nervous energy when the new school year is about to begin. For students it may be “Will my teacher like me?” “Will I like my teacher?” “Will my friends be in the same classes I am?” For staff members there are just as many questions. “Do… Continue Reading Nervous Energy
Elementary Update: August 2021
Hello MPES families, In spite of all our challenges, we are looking forward to seeing everyone in September! The building project is progressing and the teachers are putting in lots of time to get the classrooms ready for students. As we prepare for a new year, I wanted to share some updates for the first… Continue Reading Elementary Update: August 2021
Protocols and Matrix Approved
The Mineral Point School Board held a special meeting Thursday evening to review COVID protocols to begin the 2021-22 school year. Video link: https://youtu.be/oc1Dx_Q9Uhs At last night’s special School Board meeting, the Board voted 4-3 (with Busch, Dunn, Heisner, and Sullivan voting yes and Janetka, Skelding, and Steffes voting no) to approve COVID protocols and… Continue Reading Protocols and Matrix Approved
Board Takes Action on COVID Protocols
At Monday night’s School Board meeting, the Board voted 4-3 in favor of optional face coverings for students and staff (Busch, Skelding, Steffes, and Sullivan voted yes and Dunn, Heisner, and Janetka voted no). The Board also voted 6-1 (with Steffes voting no) to require face coverings on district transportation (buses, vans) as this is… Continue Reading Board Takes Action on COVID Protocols
#PointerNation Welcomes Courtney Miess
Courtney Miess 2nd Grade Teacher Hometown: Dodgeville High school graduated from: Dodgeville College: Courtney earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education with a Minor in Early Childhood from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Previous employment: Most recently, Courtney was an intern at Mineral Point Elementary during the Spring 2021 semester in 2nd Grade. Previously, she was… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Courtney Miess
#PointerNation Welcomes Reagan Roelli
Reagan Roelli High School Instructional Assistant Hometown: Darlington High school graduated from: Darlington College: Reagan earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a Minor in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Previous employment: Most recently, Reagan has been employed in childcare in the Darlington area and at her family’s business, Roelli… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Reagan Roelli
Ron Murphy Field Dedication September 10
#PointerNation is excited to celebrate the legacy of a very special teacher and coach. All are invited to attend the dedication of Ron Murphy Field at the home Mineral Point Football game Friday, September 10 vs. the Black Hawk/Warren Warriors. The ceremony will take place during pre-game with kickoff set for 7 pm. For those… Continue Reading Ron Murphy Field Dedication September 10
Budget Update
by Superintendent Mitch Wainwright There are times during a person’s life when they may come into some unexpected money. Maybe they had withheld too much on their income tax and received a refund. Another possibility could be a lucky winner on a scratch-off lottery ticket. Or, you could be the benefactor of an insurance policy. … Continue Reading Budget Update
Change to Start Date for Elementary
The School Board held its regular monthly meeting Monday and heard the latest updates regarding the elementary construction project from Tim Ruppert of HSR and Eric Portz of Kraemer Brothers. Due to the renovation/addition project, K-5 students will now begin school Tuesday, September 7 with 4K and EC starting Thursday, September 9. Middle/High school students… Continue Reading Change to Start Date for Elementary