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Board Holds Two Meetings
Wednesday, October 14 The School Board held an emergency meeting Wednesday and voted on athletic participation while students are virtually learning during the suspension of the academic hybrid model. The Board voted 5-1 to allow participation of boys soccer, cross country, and volleyball immediately. Andy Busch, Everett Lindsey, Larry Steffes, Gary Sullivan, and Nate Chambers… Continue Reading Board Holds Two Meetings
Middle & High Schools Earn WSMA Accreditation
The MPMS & MPHS Music Departments have just been honored for meeting criteria for 2019-20 WSMA Accreditation: – Wisconsin School Music Association membership – WSMA District Solo & Ensemble Festivals participation – WSMA concert group participation from each type of performing group This honor recognizes our school’s outstanding participation in WSMA programming and distinguishes our school’s… Continue Reading Middle & High Schools Earn WSMA Accreditation
Budget Season
by Mitch Wainwright For all school districts throughout the state, October is the time to finalize the budget and set the tax levy. The Mineral Point Unified School District will have a second meeting in October to finalize our budget. With so much uncertainty, it was very difficult to plan for this school year. With… Continue Reading Budget Season
Board Passes Face Covering Policy
The Mineral Point School Board held a special meeting Monday night with a full agenda. The Board unanimously approved a face covering policy for the District, similar to what many other districts have implemented. Currently, the Governor’s mask mandate is in effect, however, that may not always be the case. The District policy will be… Continue Reading Board Passes Face Covering Policy
Homecoming 2020
#PointerNation is preparing for Homecoming 2020! While this year will be different due to COVID-19, we are still planning for a fun week to showcase our school spirit. Homecoming is the week of November 2-6 This year’s theme is “U Can’t Touch This” Football will host Lancaster Friday, November 6. (The game will be livestreamed… Continue Reading Homecoming 2020
#PointerNation Welcomes Gina Dochnahl
Gina Dochnahl Elementary Instructional Assistant Hometown: Mineral Point High school graduated from: Mineral Point College: Gina earned her Associates of Arts Degree from Madison Area Technical College. She also has Wisconsin EMT training. Previous employment: Gina has worked as a freelance graphic designer with clients such as American Girl, Lands’ End, Montgomery Ward, Seventh Avenue,… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Gina Dochnahl
Board Discusses Reopening Efforts
The Mineral Point School Board held its regular monthly meeting Monday and had a lengthy discussion regarding school reopening efforts and possible next steps, including some board members’ desire to see a potential Phase II draft plan from administration of bringing more students back into the buildings more days per week. Video link: https://youtu.be/hopfiUwouX0 During this… Continue Reading Board Discusses Reopening Efforts
A Journey Toward Independence
What does it mean to be “independent”? It’s one of two areas of focus for our current strategic plan. Merriam-Webster defines independence in a few ways: not subject to control by others not requiring or relying on something else showing a desire for freedom This begs a follow up question: How does one achieve independence?… Continue Reading A Journey Toward Independence
Fall Sports Guidelines
Hello #PointerNation — Below are the varsity regular season schedules as they stand at the moment for fall sports. Please know these are always subject to change. Please contact the host school for their most up to date policies and procedures prior to an event, as well as to see if any live streaming options… Continue Reading Fall Sports Guidelines
KOHL NOMINATIONS SOUGHT
It’s that time of year again–please consider nominating Mineral Point educators for the following awards. They are some of the most prestigious honors that can be earned in the state. Please read below for details on the two categories, Fellowship and Leadership. Kohl Educational Foundation Fellowship Award Teacher nominations for the 2021 Herb Kohl Educational… Continue Reading KOHL NOMINATIONS SOUGHT