Monthly Update with Monogue  January 2024

Happy New Year! Welcome to the January 2024 episode of Monthly Update with Monogue.

Our first episode of 2024 takes us to the nationally recognized Clark Street Community School, where the curriculum is about diving headfirst into challenges, empowering students, and equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing world

Check out the video above to view the entire episode, including the interviews with two Clark Street Community School students and a 2020 alumnus.


With minds as sharp as pencils, our middle school spelling bee superstars buzzed their way through an annual wordy showdown! These students will compete against 40 of the top spellers in their respective schools. They will be representing our district at the Regional Spelling Bee, which will be held on January 24th at Stoughton High School. 

Students at Kromrey Middle School competed on Tuesday, December 5th. 

  • Siddharth Chandra won Third Place and alternate to regional competition

  • Leonardo Wang won First Place, and regional competitor

  • Julia Do won second Place and regional competitor

Students at Glacier Creek Middle School competed on Wednesday, December 13th

  • Kavin Karthik won Third Place and alternate to regional competition

  • Natalie Miller won First Place, and regional competitor

  • Arnav Kambi won Second Place and regional competitor


A huge round of applause for Middleton High School senior Koji Heineman! 

Koji has signed with the Marquette University to play tennis. He has been one of our top boy's tennis players at Middleton High School over the past few years and has left an incredible mark on the courts. 

The entire MHS community wishes you the best as you enter this new chapter of your athletic career at Marquette University! 


We're thrilled to share Middleton High School senior Estella Hassrict is one of only four youth ski jumpers nationwide to qualify for the USA Youth Olympic team!

Estella takes on the world's best at the 2024 Winter Youth Olympics, set between January 19th and February 1st in Gangwon Province, South Korea. Her journey is one of dedication, skill, and perseverance.

Let's cheer for Estella as she represents our nation on the grand Olympic stage!


Extra, extra, read all about it! 

West Middleton Elementary proudly presents the debut issue of their school newspaper, “West Middleton Today.”

Discover captivating articles that feature everything from the exotic world of Bearded Dragons to interactive activities that will spark curiosity and bring joy. Explore stories and discoveries brought to life by our young journalists. Don't miss out on the vibrant spirit of West Middleton Elementary! You can stay up to date with each publication on the West Middleton website!

The Kromrey Middle School 7th grade choir and the Middleton High School Concert Choir recently embarked on a musical adventure, spreading joy to each of our district's elementary schools by performing some of their hit musical numbers.

Staff at the District Services Center were also treated to an amazing performance by the talented students. Great job to all!


Over the past five years, our district has seen a significant increase in students whose parents require Spanish interpretation. 

As we embrace the diversity within our community, we must ensure that language never becomes a barrier to our students' academic success.

We are excited to introduce our new Language Support Specialist, Ari Aranda Rodriguez!

We are proud to add another talented member to our district team who will play a pivotal role in ensuring every student and family has the support they need to thrive.


In the month of January, we proudly honor our Board of Education members who dedicate themselves to shaping the future of our district.

Each member brings their unique experiences and perspectives to the table. Their commitment to our students is unwavering. They work together to ensure that decisions are made with our students' future and safety is at the forefront. 

To our esteemed School Board: Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed. Your efforts, fueled by a spirit of teamwork and a passion for education, contribute immeasurably to the well-being of our students, staff, and community. Thank you.

As we step into this new year, may it be filled with growth, learning, and endless possibilities for each of you. Happy New Year!