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Kindness and Grace
by Superintendent Luke Francois, Ed.D. Seven years ago, Superintendent Terry Hemann asked me to consider applying to Mineral Point as he was returning to his home state of Iowa. Initially, I declined the offer as I was not seeking a change in job status, did not wish to relocate our home, the commute was too… Continue Reading Kindness and Grace
Board Discusses Superintendent Transition Plan
The Mineral Point School Board met Monday morning, July 2 to discuss transition planning regarding the notification of resignation of Superintendent Dr. Luke Francois last Wednesday, June 27. (Scroll past the video for more article text) Dr. Francois is departing to become the Executive Director of Business Services with the Sauk Prairie School District. Board… Continue Reading Board Discusses Superintendent Transition Plan
Slight Bump in State Aid Projected
(DPI press release) About half of Wisconsin public school districts (including Mineral Point) will receive more general aid in the 2018-19 school year than they did for the 2017-18 school year based on estimates released by the Department of Public Instruction. Mineral Point is estimated to receive an additional $60,033 for 2018-19, compared to 2017-18.… Continue Reading Slight Bump in State Aid Projected
District to Receive State Safety Grant
Attorney General Brad Schimel announced June 28 a list of 147 schools and school districts that have been awarded the next round of grants through the Wisconsin Department of Justice School Safety Grant program, administered by DOJ’s Office of School Safety. Combined, the 147 schools and school districts will receive $10,253,487 which will be spent… Continue Reading District to Receive State Safety Grant
Superintendent Francois to Resign
On the afternoon of June 27, Mineral Point Unified School District Superintendent Luke Francois, Ed.D. announced he has verbally accepted the position of Executive Director of Business Services in the Sauk Prairie School District. Dr. Francois’ leadership the past seven years, along with the incredible work of teachers, staff and administrators–combined with parent and community… Continue Reading Superintendent Francois to Resign
First Grants Presented by Mineral Point Excellence in Education Board
Margaret Mead’s famous quote – “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – most certainly reflects the accomplishments of the Mineral Point Excellence in Education Advisory Board. Formed in January of 2017, this group – including Kristin Mitchell, chair; Nancy… Continue Reading First Grants Presented by Mineral Point Excellence in Education Board
#PointerNation Welcomes Jason Smith
Jason Smith High School English Language Arts Teacher Hometown: Palisade, Colorado High school graduated from: Palisade High School Class of 1994 College: Jason earned his Bachelor of Arts in English with an emphasis in Writing from Mesa State College, his Master of Arts in English with an emphasis in Rhetoric/Composition from the University of Northern… Continue Reading #PointerNation Welcomes Jason Smith
Soccer Honored for Performance on the Pitch
The Dodge-Point Girls Soccer Team held its annual awards banquet at Dodge-Point Country Club Sunday, June 10. Team award winners were as follows: MVP: Kristen Palmer Most Improved: Jenna Niemeier Spirit Award: Katie Wilson In addition, 13 Dodge-Point players were honored at the SWC All-Conference listed below. Congrats on another great season! SWC… Continue Reading Soccer Honored for Performance on the Pitch
Board Moves Forward with Middle/High School Secured Entrance
Currently, the middle/high school entrance contains a set of double doors that lead right into the heart of the facility. Although there is a key fob system at this entrance, once a visitor is buzzed in, he/she has immediate access to student-occupied areas. (Scroll past the video for more article text) The District asked the state… Continue Reading Board Moves Forward with Middle/High School Secured Entrance
Pointers Reach State Track Podium
It was another great year for Dodge-Point Track at the WIAA State Meet in La Crosse June 1-2. Congrats to the Dodge-Point 4×400 m relay team (John Phelan, Kevin Eisenzimmer, Isaac Grunow, Josh Shepler) who took 4th place with a new school record! (Gerrit Bakker and Blaise Watters were alternates) Kudos also to the 4×800… Continue Reading Pointers Reach State Track Podium