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Lessons Learned
by Superintendent Mitch Wainwright As we draw near the end of another school year, we can look back on where we started and be proud of how far we have come. There were lessons learned inside the classroom, online, and lessons that have long-lasting implications. Every parent wants “it” to be better for their children. … Continue Reading Lessons Learned
Dunn Elected Board President
At the School Board’s regular monthly meeting Monday, the Board held its annual organizational meeting. (Go to the seven minute mark of the video) Video link: https://youtu.be/u1GrNq_8yQA Aaron Dunn was unanimously elected President. Joni Heisner was elected Vice President by a 6-1 vote with Gary Sullivan receiving one vote. Bob Janetka was unanimously elected Clerk.… Continue Reading Dunn Elected Board President
Summer School 2021
#PointerNation is excited to be offering free summer school to keep students engaged! Our program is open to all students who are residents of the Mineral Point Unified School District. The deadline to register is May 19. Please read more details about our offerings in this booklet: Elementary families should register with this link: https://forms.gle/YWW2tLAJYsEFLxWh6 Middle/High… Continue Reading Summer School 2021
Keyes, Wiker are Students of the Month
The Mineral Point Kiwanis Club honored its May Students of the Month at a virtual meeting Tuesday, May 4. The Kiwanis Club is meeting via Zoom during the pandemic. 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… Continue Reading Keyes, Wiker are Students of the Month
Equity Projects
Hello MPES families, With only a couple of weeks left of school, the clock is ticking not only on the end of the year, but also to prepare for summer school and the fall return. (Watch for summer school registration in the Pointer Press.) Conversely, this can also be a time to slow down and… Continue Reading Equity Projects
NHS Students Honored
The 2021 National Honor Society Ceremony was held April 28 in the MPHS Gym. This year’s featured Alumni Speaker was Hon. Patrick Fiedler, Class of 1971. To view video of the event, visit: https://youtu.be/RKcrMWx1wNs For event photos, visit: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=MineralPointSchoolDistrict&set=a.4226615197350082 Second Year Members: Macy Aschliman, Alexis Berget, Emily Cody, Henry Dailey, Gunnar Gorgen, Grant Lee, Daniel Nordstrom, Matthew… Continue Reading NHS Students Honored
Pointer Praise 2021 — Mineral Point Excellence in Education Endowment Staff Appreciation Campaign
Staff Appreciation Week will be celebrated in the Mineral Point Unified School District the week of May 10. #PointerNation is so very fortunate to have dedicated and caring staff members, going above and beyond for student success. Pointers everywhere can honor their favorite Mineral Point staff members by sending them a free personalized ‘Pointer Praise’… Continue Reading Pointer Praise 2021 — Mineral Point Excellence in Education Endowment Staff Appreciation Campaign
Pointer Libraries Receive Grant
The American Library Association (ALA) has announced the recipients of nearly $1 million in funding for small and rural libraries, the second grant distribution as part of the association’s Libraries Transforming Communities: Focus on Small and Rural Libraries initiative. The Mineral Point Unified School District is a proud recipient of one of these grants. The… Continue Reading Pointer Libraries Receive Grant
State FBLA Place Winners
The Mineral Point High School Chapter of Future Business Leaders of America State qualifiers gathered to view the opening ceremony for the virtual State Leadership Conference April 12. A pancake breakfast and treats were served while the Wisconsin State FBLA officers shared the many achievements and accomplishments of our FBLA chapters, despite the COVID pandemic.… Continue Reading State FBLA Place Winners
Spring District Solo & Ensemble Results
Because of the pandemic, Mineral Point Middle and High School band and choir students participated in Spring District Solo & Ensemble virtually by submitting videos of their performances to the Wisconsin School Music Association for adjudication. The Class A Starred First entries will advance to the State Competition later this spring. CLASS A Starred First… Continue Reading Spring District Solo & Ensemble Results