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Elementary Update, January 2022: Our Condolences; Reminder About Visitors; Diverse Books in Classrooms; Parent Educational Partnership Update
Hello MPES Families, We were heartbroken when we learned that two of our community firefighters, Brian Busch and Jim Ludlum, died while reporting to a call. The teachers, staff and students send our sincerest condolences to the families and the fire department. In a small community, this type of situation impacts so many people. Brian’s… Continue Reading Elementary Update, January 2022: Our Condolences; Reminder About Visitors; Diverse Books in Classrooms; Parent Educational Partnership Update
2022 School Board Candidate Field
The deadline to file for candidacy to appear on the ballot for the Tuesday, April 5 Mineral Point School Board election was Tuesday, January 4 at 5 pm. Candidates whose names will appear on the ballot include: William Harris, Christie Johnston, Alan Schrank, and Sarah E. Syvrud (incumbent). There are two available seats. Incumbent Gary… Continue Reading 2022 School Board Candidate Field
Roberts, Sudmeier are Students of the Month
The Mineral Point Kiwanis Club honored its January Students of the Month at a virtual meeting Tuesday, January 4. 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 biographies are written by themselves. Brett Roberts Brett Roberts is… Continue Reading Roberts, Sudmeier are Students of the Month
Winter Weather is Here
by Superintendent Mitch Wainwright I hope everyone had an opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends during the holidays and that your New Year is off to a good start. There was no white Christmas, but to no one’s surprise, the snow started to fall soon after. It also would not surprise anyone… Continue Reading Winter Weather is Here
2022 School Board Election Information
The election will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2022 for two available seats on the Mineral Point School Board. The term of office for these school board members is three years and begins Monday, April 25, 2022. For all interested candidates (including incumbents), a Campaign Finance Registration Statement and a Declaration of Candidacy must be filed no later… Continue Reading 2022 School Board Election Information
Elementary Update, November/December 2021: Digital Learning; Data Retreat; Family Involvement
Hello MPES families, For educators, November and December is almost one month. With the holidays along with related events, it feels like it goes by quickly. Hopefully we all get a chance to catch our collective breaths over the winter break. Next are a few updates from the building. (As a friendly reminder, no parking… Continue Reading Elementary Update, November/December 2021: Digital Learning; Data Retreat; Family Involvement
Lawinger, Schroeder Inducted Into Bauman Hall of Fame
Mineral Point High School inducted new members into the Al Bauman Wrestling Hall of Fame Friday, December 17 during the match vs. Fennimore. Mike Lawinger Mike has been an avid fan and backer of the Mineral Point Wrestling Program since his high school years. After graduating from Mineral Point High School in 1973, he has… Continue Reading Lawinger, Schroeder Inducted Into Bauman Hall of Fame
Board Approves Protocol Updates
The Mineral Point School Board continued its regular monthly meeting Thursday, which was adjourned early Monday due to the Middle/High School Winter Concert. Video link: https://youtu.be/5Yo0QvWiigM The Board resumed its discussion of altering the current covid protocols. (This begins the meeting video) The Board voted by a 6-1 vote (with Sullivan voting no) to accept… Continue Reading Board Approves Protocol Updates
December School Board Meeting Part I
The School Board held its regular monthly meeting Monday. The meeting did not conclude prior to the start of the Middle/High School Winter Concert. Therefore, the meeting will reconvene Thursday, December 16 at 5 pm with discussion of covid protocols and finishing the agenda from that point. Please refer to the agenda info from Monday… Continue Reading December School Board Meeting Part I
Board of Education Dedication
by Superintendent Mitch Wainwright Every school district in Wisconsin needs people committed to serving on their respective Boards of Education. Mineral Point is no different. This is the time of the year when incumbents must decide if they wish to seek re-election. The timeline for an incumbent is December 24th, if they do not wish… Continue Reading Board of Education Dedication