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Volume 28, Number 7May - June, 2013The

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Board Selects Schultz as New Superintendent of SchoolsThe Mosinee Board of Edu-

cation has selected Dr. Ann (Lechnir) Schultz as the new Superintendent of Schools for the Mosinee School District. She will be replacing Jerry Rosso who is retiring. Dr. Schultz is a graduate of Mosinee High School, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications and English from

UW-Stevens Point, a Masters in Education from UW-Superior, a Superintendent Specialist Certification from UW-Milwaukee, and a Doctorate of Philosophy/Educational Leadership from Marian University. She began her career teaching English in the Edgar and Athens school districts and at Lincoln Hills Correctional Institute. She has held principalships in the school districts of Bowler, Merrill (Scott and Jefferson Elementary Schools), and Oshkosh (Sunset and Green Meadow Elementary Schools, Perry Tipler Middle School), and is currently at the helm of Oshkosh West High School, which has a student enrollment of 1800.

Ann's family includes her husband Kirby, principal of Oakwood Elementary School in Oshkosh; stepson Ryan (37)

employed by the Kerry Company in research and development, his wife Nikki, and two children Paris and Addy who reside in Shanghai, China; three daughters, Tatum (22) an elementary/ special education major at UW-Oshkosh; Paige (20) a journalism/communications major at UW-Madison; and Bailey (14) currently a freshman at Oshkosh West.

Dr. Schultz stated, "Our family has spent the last 13 years committed to the Oshkosh community. We have been involved in supporting youth sports and as building principals have been closely connected to the many activities within our schools. As a principal for the past 19 years at the elementary, middle, and high school level, what I bring to the Mosinee team is a thorough understanding of how children learn and the skills they need to navigate in our ever-changing world. I have had wonderful opportunities to recognize, honor, and mobilize the talent of teachers, paraprofessionals, custodians, parents, and the community to serve the many different needs of our children. Having had the privilege of growing up in Mosinee, I know that I share the same values of a strong school system that is focused on improving student achievement. I am excited and honored to be the next Superintendent in Mosinee and look forward to relocating my family to Mosinee in June." v

MMS Library Wins $5000 Great American Classroom MakeoverMosinee Middle School has been awarded a $5000 class-

room makeover for its library after placing second in a national contest sponsored by Great American Financial Resources. The MMS library staff entered the school in the contest and was chosen one of ten finalists from hundreds of entries submitted nationwide. Three winners were chosen from the ten finalists after an online vote during the month of February. This is the fifth year that Great American Financial Resources has helped revitalize three deserving classrooms.

Originally built in the 1930's, the middle school library re-ceived over 20,000 visitors last year and borrowed over 33,000 resources. The ultimate goal for the renovation is to create a handicapped accessible classroom within the library and im-proved availability for everyone. The staff's wish list includes painting of the walls, removal of sound tiles, updated shelving, and improved technology.

A sincere thank you to everyone who voted daily to help update the library and its resources providing a greater learning environment for our students. A special thanks to the commu-

nity members and businesses who helped with the distribution of voting information. v

Mathew Dutkiewicz, GAFR Executive Vice President and General Manager of Retirement Services, presents Sandra Wurdeman, MMS librarian, one of two $2500 checks for the library renovation.

State of Wisconsin Academic Excellence Scholarship(recognizes top two students based on academic criteria)

Hanna Raczek, Evan WirsbinskiHerb Kohl Excellence Scholarship Nominees

(recognizes leadership, citizenship, and academic achievement)Meaghan Bruening, Rebecca Sondelski

Principal's Leadership Award(based on leadership, club service, and academic achievement)

Evan WirsbinskiWIAA Scholar/Athlete Nominees

(based on GPA and athletic letters earned)Bryan Kaiser, Sarah Vils

Gannett Central Wisconsin Newspaper Scholar-Athletes(based on GPA, character, leadership, and athletic letters earned)

Bryan Kaiser, Sarah Vils U.S. Army Reserve Scholar/Athletes

(recognizes outstanding achievement in academics and athletics)Carly Krueger, Nickolas Nechuta

Daughters of the American Revolution - Good Citizen(recognizes dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism)

Taylor Polka

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Class of 2013 Award Winners

Meaghan Bruening Bryan Kaiser Carly Krueger

Nickolas Nechuta Hanna Raczek

Rebecca Sondelski Sarah Vils Evan Wirsbinski

Taylor Polka

MMS Patriot's Pen Winners Selected

Two MMS students placed in the local VFW Patriot's Pen contest for their essays on the theme: "What I Would Tell America's Founding Fathers." Above (l to r): Dana Kamke, seventh grade Communications teacher, Kassie Marchetti (third place), Andy Ellis (first place), and Jim Reidel, Mosinee VFW representative.

Seven Graduate from HS Leadership

MES Celebrates 100th Day of School

MES kindergartners celebrated the 100th day of school by centering their day around the number 100. Right (l to r): Vanessa Northcott, Braden Lokken, Alayna Herman, Drake Wilke, Sierra Jonas, and Gavin Bowman dressed as if they were 100 years old. Students also built 100 cup structures, found 100 Hershey kisses hidden around the room, created a 100th day snack with 10 each of 10 different items, and listened to stories about the number 100.

Seven MHS students graduated from the Wausau Area High School Leadership class. Participants attended leadership sessions in several locations and each took part in a community service project they planned and implemented. Front (l to r): Josie Antonich, Olivia Erickson. Middle: Mikayla Brandenburg. Back: Ric Klinner, Cody Baumann, Megan Stankowski and Erik Jass.

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Mosinee Board of Education Notes At the April 16, 2013 regular Board of Education meeting, the Board approved the following:• minutes for the March Board of Education meeting and the

special board meetings with one amendment to the Closed/Executive Session minutes: change reference from "employ-ees' salaries" to "teachers, support staff, administrators, and administrative support staff salaries"

• March voucher list and treasurer's report• employee salary increases for 2013-14• fee changes for 2013-14 school year• replacement of custodial supervisor position/salary• high school principal salary range• high school mathematics teacher and custodial supervisor

retirements• elementary and middle school teacher resignations• speech/language pathologists salaries• speech/language pathologist and elementary special educa-

tion teacher hires• purchase orders for two Lightspeed voice amplification sys-

tems, two Nikon digital cameras, 48 HP4540 laptops, seven Apple iPads, five Smartboards, 40 HP6305 desktop comput-ers, one Hitachi short throw LCD projector and mount, and furniture items

In other business, the Board: • accepted the Statement of the Board of Canvassers• held discussion on security issues• heard reports on WASB, CESA 9, and administrative issues• discussion and possible decision on changes to School Board

Policy 231 - Superintendent of Schools Job Description was tabled until the May board meeting

The next meeting will be Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at 7:00 pm in the District Educational Service Center conference room. The public is invited to attend. v

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District Shorts . . . PTO CornerAt its April meeting the PTO:

• approved funding for an end-of-the-year treat for students• made plans for a Staff Appreciation Day to be held in May

The next PTO meeting is set for Monday, May 20, 2013 at 6:00 pm, in IMC of the elementary school. This is the final meeting of the year and will include finalizing plans for the fall activities. Free babysitting is provided. v

Hoops/Jump Rope for Heart ResultsMosinee Middle School fourth and fifth grade students

donated an amazing $6,318.44 to the American Heart Associa-tion. The fourth graders raised $4026. 44 during a Jump Rope for Heart event and the fifth graders raised $2,292.00 participating in Hoops for Heart. Thanks to all who supported this event! v

MHS Student Senate Hosts Blood DriveStudent Senate sponsored a Blood Drive for the Blood

Center of Wisconsin. BCW personnel netted 61 units of blood from 64 donors for use by local hospitals. The drive has the potential of saving 183 lives based on which part of the blood a recipient needs. Sincere thanks to all the donors. v

MES Celebrates Read Across AmericaStudents at Mosinee Elementary School participated in a

variety of activities to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday and Read Across America week. Early Childhood students made truffala trees and read "The Lorax." Kindergartners held a "Seuss on the Loose" day, where each student brought in seven coins to participate in seven different activities. The $112 raised was donated to the Salvation Army to provide accommodations for 11 nights at the homeless shelter. Second graders had a dress-up theme for each day of the week and held a round robin reading event traveling to each of the second grade classrooms to hear a different Dr. Seuss story. Mrs. Lewens' class designed a wax museum of famous Americans and showcased it to parents. v

Over 40 students in grades 4-9, presented the first Women in History Symposium. Each student researched a famous woman, created a Voki (an online avatar that tells her story), dressed as their woman, and were prepared to answer questions about their subject. v

Mosinee Manufacturing swept the competition in the NTC welding/mechanical design competition. Parker Stokosa (left) took first in the mechanical design competition and Brett Obremski (right) placed first in the welding competition. Prizes included a Miller 140 autoset welding machine and a $500 scholarship.

Mosinee Mfg. Sweeps NTC Competition

MOSINEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 10 Kindergarten Concert - Auditorium 1:30 20 PTO Meeting - ES IMC 6:00 27 Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL Ju 5 Last day of school. Early Release 12:40 MOSINEE MIDDLE SCHOOL 2 Girls Track - Mosinee Invite (H) 4:00 9 B & G Track - Antigo (A) 4:00 10 MS/HS Jazz Band Night - HS Cafe. 7:00 13 B & G Track - Banana Relays (H) 4:00 Gr. 8/HS Band Concert - Auditorium 7:30 16 Gr. 6-7 Band Concert - Auditorium 7:30 21 Gr. 6-7 Choir Concert - Auditorium 7:30 23 Gr. 6 Track Meet - Veterans Park 8:00 Gr. 7 Track Meet - Veterans Park 12:00 Gr. 8 Choir Variety Show - Audit. 7:00 pm 30 Gr. 5 Track Meet - Veterans Park 8:15 Gr. 4 Track Meet - Veterans Park 12:15 Ju 4 Gr. 8 Promotion Dance - Cafe 7:00-10:00 5 Last day of school. Early Release 12:49 MOSINEE HIGH SCHOOL 2 Girls Soccer - Freedom (A) 4:45 Boys Baseball - Tomahawk (DH) (H) 5:00 Girls Softball - Tomahawk (DH) (A) 5:00 3 Girls Track - Merrill Inv. (A) 5:00 4 State Solo-Ensemble Festival - UWSP Girls Softball - Pulaski Inv. (A) 9:30 6 Girls Softball - Wausau East (A) 4:30 7 Golf - Conf. Meet (A) 2:00 B & G Track - Tomahawk Inv. (A) 4:30 Girls Soccer - Antigo (A) 5:00 Boys Baseball - Pines (DH) (A) 5:00 Girls Softball - Pines (DH) (H) 5:00 9 Girls Soccer - Rhinelander (A) 5:00 Boys Baseball - Lakeland (DH) (A) 5:00 Girls Softball - Lakeland (DH) (H) 5:00 10 HS/MS Jazz Band Night - HS Cafe. 7:00 Golf - Conf. Meet (H) 2:00 11 Girls Soccer - Waupaca Inv. (A) 9:00 14 Golf - Conf. Meet (A) 2:00 Girls Soccer - Lakeland (H) 5:00 Boys Baseball - Medford (DH) (H) 5:00 Girls Softball - Medford (DH) (A) 5:00 16 B & G Track - Conf. Meet (A) 4:00 Boys Baseball - Marathon (A) 4:30 Girls Softball - Regionals (A) TBA Girls Soccer - Medford (H) 5:00 17 Golf - Conf. Meet (A) 2:00

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The Mosinee School District shall not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, handicap or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law in the educational programs or activities which it operates or in employment practices. All inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination under Title II, Title IX, Section 504 or other state or federal law shall be directed to Cheryl Polster, Director of Instructional Programs, Mosinee School District, 591 West Highway 153, Mosinee, WI 54455 at 715-693-2530.

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Community Outreach ClassesFor more info contact Michelle Pozorski at 693-2550 Ext. 3696.

Class Begins Day Sess. Time Loc.Strength Training 50+ 5-1 W 6 5:00-6:00 MMSContainer Gardens 5-14 Tu 1 6:00-7:30 MHSBabysitting Clinic 5-15 W 1 3:30-5:30 MHSZumba Exercise 5-20 M/W 6/12 6:15-7:15 MESZumba Exercise 5-21 Tu 6 3:45-3:45 MESZumba Exercise 5-22 M/W 6/12 6:15-7:15 MES

May - June Calendar of Events

19 HS Choirs Concert - Auditorium 2:00 20 B & G Track - Regionals (A) 4:00 21 Girls Softball - Regionals (A) TBA Girls Soccer - Northland Pines (A) 5:00 23 B & G Track - Sectionals (A) 4:00 Girls Softball - Regionals (A) TBA Girls Soccer - Newman (A) 5:00 24 Boys Baseball - Regionals TBA Girls Soccer - Assumption (A) 7:00 28 Golf - Regionals (H) 9:00 Boys Baseball - Regionals TBA Girls Softball - Sectionals (A) TBA 29 Boys Baseball - Regionals TBA Senior Recognition Night - Auditorium 7:00 Ju 1 B & G Track - State (A) TBA 2 B & G Track - State (A) TBA HS Graduation - Veterans Park 1:00 3 Golf - Sectionals (A) TBA 4 Boys Baseball - Sectionals TBA

MS Drama Club Presents PlayThe Mosinee Middle School Drama

Club presented the play, "Tales from Five Continents" to over 500 students and community members. The play is a collection of folk tales from around the world told by the animals and the forces of nature native to each conti-nent. Students were responsible for the costumes, set, lighting, sound, and backstage work. The show was directed by Nancy Reuter and Corinthia Ellis. v

Left: Iris Schira plays Naho the Storyteller in "Tales from Five Continents."

Third Grade Holds Fitness WeekMES third graders par-

ticipated in a fitness week. Activities included Zumba exercise, yoga, swimming, snowshoeing, power walking, and sledding. The purpose of the week is to promote life-long healthy activities. Health and nutrition is part of the third grade curriculum. v

Right: Eli Miland and Kyle Miller enjoy a day of sledding.

20 Advance to State Forensics

The Mosinee High School Forensics team advanced 20 competitors to the State meet in Madison. They had a very successful trip receiving four gold, nine silver, and two bronze medals.