Madison Metropolitan School District

Cross Categorical Teacher Builds Student Confidence at Sherman Middle School -- Nathan Brelsford, a seventh-grade special education teacher at Sherman Middle School, creates a supportive and flexible learning environment where students are encouraged to celebrate all successes, and grow academically and personally. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gC4PrTd7

2020 Facilities Referendum Transforms High Schools into Modern Education Experience -- Renovations and additions to the district’s four comprehensive high schools have improved and modernized the education experience. Hear from current students how these improvements are making an impact on academics and school life – and see the breathtaking new spaces. Watch the videos: https://lnkd.in/g_f5rDRq

October is National Principals Month! Meet MMSD’s four new administrators for the 2024-2025 school year, and hear how they strive to make a positive impact. Watch the videos: https://lnkd.in/gVthtGTY Maixia Thao - Gompers Elementary Duy Nguyen - Orchard Ridge Elementary James K. - Hamilton Middle School Nathan O'Shaughnessy - Malcolm Shabazz City High School

MMSD Associate Superintendent of Elementary Schools Chelsey Tubbs has been named the recipient of the 365 Leadership Community Choice Award for Educator of the Year. Now in its sixth year, the award series honors leaders and change-makers among communities of color in Madison, with recipients honored at the 365 Leadership Summit. Tubbs is joined by Vel Phillips Memorial High School student Marion Moore, who was named the High School Athlete of the Year.

Everything You Need to Know about Referenda 2024: Did you know that staff wages and benefits account for more than 80% of the school district’s operating budget? Funds from the operations referendum will allow the district to continue to offer competitive wages to teachers and staff and help with escalating healthcare costs. The operating referendum will also support student learning and programming like full-day 4K, multilingual education, mental health services and more. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gPyHrga5

Congratulations to MMSD Superintendent Joe Gothard, Ed.D. on being named one of the "Power 100" from In Business Madison. From In Business magazine: "The Power 100...is a group of 100 business and community role models serving companies, nonprofits and the government, who were selected for their impact on their industries, Greater Madison and beyond." Check out Dr. Gothard's profile in the special edition feature: https://lnkd.in/gYVfPbpT

Scott Chehak has been named MMSD’s senior executive director of building services. He has more than 25 years of experience in operations, supply chain, mechanical systems and sustainability initiatives. He began his role on Sept. 23, and will oversee the district’s transportation, food services and building services departments. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKvVnUBa

Investing in Student Success Pays Dividends for Business Education Teacher: Dr. André Small, a business education teacher at East High School, shares his extensive career experience to engage students in personal finance and career exploration, preparing them for life beyond high school. “I get to provide students with the gift of hindsight, and give them some of the things that I've learned during my journey,” Dr. Small said. “I get to share that with our young future leaders. I think that's most gratifying for me, just to see their faces light up when sharing information on what's going to happen post high school.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gis8vGTm

“Mi Casa es Tu Casa” Student Art Exhibit Celebrates Diversity of Cultures During Hispanic Heritage Month: The exhibit showcases almost 100 model homes, inspired by the colorful architecture common in many Latin American cities. “Let me show you their faces. Let them tell you their stories, their traditions,” Student Engagement Coordinator Mayela Finol said. “Just like how each house is different, so is every student, yet we’re all connected.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gs3-kS-x

Middle School Teacher Adds the Positive to Math Class: Pam Ziemlewicz, math teacher at Toki Middle School, creates a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment that helps students succeed academically, emotionally and socially. “Students are going to mirror your energy. And if your energy is like, ‘this is boring and I don't want to teach it, and you're never going to use it,’ then you're going to get that back from them,” Ziemlewicz said. “However, if you can be excited about the content, then they get excited about the content.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/g-Rgv7c8