Kauls Court
January 11, 2012 ** Update - The dedication ceremony celebrating the renamed Kauls Court will take place at 7 p.m., before the 7:15 p.m. boys' basketball game versus East Ridge on January 13, 2012.

Tickets to the game will be available at the game and are on pre-sale January 11 - 13, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Mounds View High School cafeteria.

At halftime, a boys' basketball alumni recognition event will take place on the court, with members of previous Mustang teams called to the floor by each decade.

Following the game, a reception will be held in the Commons.

September 13, 2011 -- Update: Coach Ziggy Kauls' 45-year career, Mounds View High School's gymnasium floor will soon be renamed " Kauls Court," thanks to a proposal by Superintendent Dan Hoverman and the unanimous approval of the School Board.

"The wins and losses are really not as important as the impact he's had on kids' lives and the way he's impacted the entire community," said Superintendent Dan Hoverman. "It's an extraordinary contribution Zig has made to our community and to our district, and I think in response it requires an extraordinary step to recognize that."

A dedication ceremony celebrating the renamed floor will take place before the 7:15 p.m. boys' basketball game versus East Ridge on January 13, 2012.

"It's a fitting tribute," said School Board member Greg Madsen.

 

September 8, 2011

 - Mounds View High School's long-time coach Ziggy Kauls announced today that he will retire at the end of the upcoming 2011-2012 boys' basketball season - his 45^th year as head coach. In a meeting with his players, Kauls reflected on his career and encouraged the students to focus their attention on the upcoming season and accomplish their goals together.

"It's been an amazing experience being a part of Mustang basketball, but it's never been about me," said Kauls. "I've enjoyed incredible loyalty and remarkable consistency in my coaching staff, but the true success of this program belongs to the hundreds of players who have upheld our traditions and embraced teamwork over the decades. I'll miss them all very much, and I'll be watching the future of this program with a lot of pride."

Like many in the Mounds View High School community, activities director Bob Madison considers Kauls a rare coaching legend who truly earned his remarkable reputation.

"Mustang basketball enjoys a tradition of special basketball teams, and for 45 years now, Coach Kauls has led those teams with pride and passion," said Madison. "His records and accomplishments are amazing, but what's equally impressive is how he instilled in his players the qualities of being a Mustang - teamwork, character and respect. His contributions have been invaluable. He will be missed, but he leaves behind a tradition of success that Mounds View can model."

About Kauls
Kauls joined Mounds View basketball in 1967, becoming and remaining only the second coach in the school's history. During his career, his teams have made 12 state tournament appearances with two state championships and 12 conference championships. His teams have included three Mr. Basketball Award winners (Steve Schlotthauer, 1986; Nick Horvath, 1999; and Travis Busch, 2005). With more than 700 victories, Kauls ranks as the 3^rd all-time winningest coach in Minnesota history, earning Hall of Fame recognition by both the Minnesota Basketball Coaches Association (2006) and the Minnesota State High School League (2011).

Search
At the conclusion of the 2011-2012 season, Madison will lead a search for a new head coach to be named by spring 2012.

January 11, 2012 --  The School Board approved the 2012-2013 District calendar on January 10. The calendar was developed throughout the fall and was presented to the Mounds View Education Association leadership for discussion during the week of January 2, 2012. The calendar contains no significant changes to traditional breaks including MEA break, Thanksgiving break, winter break and spring break.
 To view the calendar, visit the calendar page. 

Days not in session: When school is not in session, days are used for District-wide planning efforts as well as site-specific planning. As a result, variations in the use of these days will occur from site to site.

Instructional Delivery and Assessment
Teachers spend time working in teams to review student progress and needs, and to refine instructional plans.

Planning, Evaluation, Reporting and Grading
This time is devoted to documenting student progress and performance, updating student academic records, and completing all reports to be shared with students and parents.

Curriculum Day
Teachers collaborate to update and improve the curriculum—checking alignment with state standards, K-12 coherence, and District-wide consistency. Teams also review resources used for teaching and learning and participate in professional development activities focused on effective implementation of the curriculum.

Assessment Reporting
This time is provided in the form of office hours or scheduled conference appointments, or other means for parents and teachers to discuss student progress and assessment results.

Off calendar/teacher workday
The scheduling of an off-calendar day is flexible. Teachers use the time for professional development and activities related to improvement of the instructional program including curriculum development and instructional planning to address the needs of students.

Transition time for families of fifth-graders and eighth-graders officially begins in January 2012, when District middle schools and high schools host Enrollment Information Nights. Families can meet the principal, teachers, parents and students; visit classrooms; explore the curriculum; and discover opportunities beyond the classroom.

Both high schools will host their event on January 9 at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Middle schools will host Enrollment Nights on January 10 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Edgewood and at 7 p.m. at Highview. Chippewa Middle School will host Enrollment Night on January 17 at 6:30 p.m. Elementary schools will host Kindergarten Round Up Information Nights in February.

Learn more about enrollment at www.moundsviewschools.org/enroll.asp.

SchoolView is a parent portal that gives parents secure, electronic access to their student’s records. Teachers and staff in all of our schools will use this system to provide families with more consistent and reliable communications about their child’s progress than we’ve been able to offer before.

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