Why Choose MCPASD INTRODUCTION
Discover Middleton
Discover Cross Plains
Childcare at MCPASD
Neighboring Towns
Shopping
Activities and Attractions
Employee Health and Wellness
Employee Benefits
Department Contacts
School Contacts
WhyChooseMCP
Welcome to the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District!
At MCPASD, we take pride in being more than just an educational institution. We are dedicated to working hand-in-hand with our talented community of staff, students, and families. Nestled in a tight-knit community, we embrace the warmth of small-town charm while enjoying the proximity of being only 20 minutes away from the vibrant heart of downtown Madison.
As you embark on your journey with us, you will discover a unique blend of community roots, educational excellence, and the convenience of city life. This guide is designed to help you navigate and thrive within our district, providing you with essential information and resources for a fulfilling experience.
We are excited to have you join our team! Together, let’s make a difference!
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DiscoverMiddleton
The “Good Neighbor City” is a hub of commercial activity, recreation, entertainment, and environmental treasures Enjoy the charming history and revitalization of Middleton’s downtown district
Recreation
Pheasant Branch Conservancy
This area contains 549 acres of protected nature, featuring trails, marshes, prairies, forests, and more!
Performing Arts Center
Located at Middleton High School, this beautiful space hosts school and community performances and meetings!
Rock Paper Scissors
This is an art studio just for kids, where they can explore, create, and even host parties!
Shopping
Greenway Station
Outdoor strip mall complete with 25 retailers ranging from World Market, to J.Crew Factory, to Bath & Body Works.
The Regal Find
This boutique features vintage finds, fine art, and unique gifts
I’m Board! Games and Family Fun
This locally-owned game store has everything you need for a family fun night, including board games, puzzles, dice, and more!
National Mustard Museum
This one-of-a-kind gem is located right in downtown Middleton. It is a great pit stop when friends come to visit or even to tour yourself. Discover the unique taste of Middleton!
Dining
Hubbard Avenue Diner
This is the perfect stop for authentic diner favorites, including their outstanding pies!
Prairie Cafe
Start your day off right with delicious coffee and breakfast options, or just have a seat and read a good book!
Louisianne's Etc
Try something new! This restaurant offers live jazz music and yummy meals inspired by the French Quarter.
Events
There is always something fun happening in Middleton! A few activities to look forward to throughout the year are:
Good Neighbor Festival/Parade
August
Farmers Market
May October
National Mustard Day
First Saturday in August
DiscoverCrossPlains
Cross Plains is a small town with a big sense of community. From momand-pop restaurants to the essentials, there is something for everyone.
Recreation
Village Pool
Help beat the heat of summer by spending a fun day in the outdoor pool It is open to the public from May through August Be sure to check out their swim team, too the Cross Plains Sting Rays!
Pickleball Courts
This sport is quickly growing in popularity! Get outside and have some fun on the four courts available to the public and for private rental. Be sure to also check out the pickleball league programs
Enchanted Valley Acres
This family-friendly farm is a great spot for your fall and winter activities Check out their pumpkin patch and hay rides in the fall, and search for the perfect holiday tree in the winter.
Shopping
Piggly Wiggly
This is your one-stop shop for all your grocery needs.
Millie’s Vintage and Thrift Emporium
Millie’s is a great stop for interesting gifts, fun antiquities, and rare finds. Walgreens
This is a go-to favorite for all your essentials.
Ice Age Trail
Enjoy the stunning views right in your own backyard. The trail connects to the larger Ice Age National Scenic Trail which is over 1,200 miles long!
Dining
The Hilltop Inn
Enjoy a tasty dinner in a classic Wisconsin supper club
PJ’s Pizza
This local pizza parlor is perfect for deliveries.
Crossroads Coffeehouse
Start your day with a delicious cup of coffee and breakfast.
Events
Enjoy farm-to-table treats at the Cross Plains Farmers Market
Glacier’s Edge Square
June August
Candlelight Hike
Mid-February
A family-friendly event presented by the Cross Plains Parks and Recreation Department and the MCPASD Wellness Program.
ChildcareatMCPASD
We partner with several community daycares and 4K sites throughout our District that utilize the MCPASD curriculum. The MCPASD Early Learning Center houses our Early Childhood (Special Education) program and our 4K program
Academy for Little Learners 9649 Silicon Prairie Pkwy, Verona608-826-5437 admin@academyforlittlelearners.com
Clubhouse for Kids 3150 Deming Way Middleton608-824-2090 cfk.becky.ganser@gmail.com
Middleton Preschool 7118 Old Sauk Road Madison608-836-7554 middletonpskids@gmail.com
MCPASD Early Learning Center 2429 Clark Street
Middleton608-829-9067 jball@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Little Red Preschool Middleton 7739 Terrace Avenue
Middleton608-831-0033 (Ext. 1) lrpsmidd@gmail.com
Orchard Ridge Nursery School 1025 McKenna Boulevard Madison608-274-8407 director@orns.org
Little Red Preschool Cross Plains (In St. Martin's Church Building) 2427 Church St. Cross Plains608-886-2841 cplittlered@gmail com
Middleton Baby and Childcare (Spanish-supported program) 5219 Century Avenue Middleton608-819-8370 middletonbabyandchildcare@gmail.com
Pooh Bear Childcare and Preschool 1340 Deming Way Middleton608-831-2327
poohbearchildcaremiddleton@gmail.com
NeighboringTowns
Finding your perfect home is no small task! Listed below are a few neighboring towns around the Middleton Cross Plains Area School District.
All distances are measured from the District Services Center located at 7106 South Avenue, Middleton
Pine Bluff
16 Minutes
10.6 Miles Via US-14 E
Monona 21 Minutes
13.9 Miles Via US-12 W
DeForest
29 Minutes 17 5 Miles Via Co Hwy M Quick Tip
Verona
18 Minutes
8.5 Miles
Via Pleasent View Rd.
Fitchburg 22 Minutes 11 Miles Via US-12 W / US-14 W
Stoughton 33 Minutes
25 4 Miles Via US-14 W
Madison (Downtown) 19 Minutes 6.3 Miles Via University Ave.
Mount Horeb 25 Minutes 17.1 Miles Via Co Hwy S and US-14 E
Sun Prairie 34 Minutes 27 3 Miles Via US-12 W
Waunakee
20 Minutes
8.5 Miles Via Co Hwy Q
McFarland 25 Minutes
16.3 Miles Via US-12 W
The “Madison area ” refers to both Madison and its neighboring cities You may often hear people refer to the “East side” or “West side ” The East side typically refers to the East Madison, Sun Prairie, Monona, and Cottage Grove areas The West side often refers to West Madison, Middleton, Cross Plains, and Verona
QuickGuide
The first few weeks of moving to a new city can feel intimidating. Listed below are a few recommendations for daily needs and services These recommendations are based on the Middleton Cross Plains area or close proximity
GroceryShopping
Metro Market
6800 Century Avenue, Middleton
Woodmans
725 S Gammon Road, Madison
Piggly Wiggly
28 Glaciers Edge Square, Cross Plains
Willy Street Co-op West
6825 University Avenue, Middleton
GeneralShopping
Walmart
7202 Watts Road, Madison
Offers online ordering
Costco
2150 Deming Way, Middleton
Membership required
Greenway Station
1650 Deming Way, Middleton
Outdoor strip mall
Aldi
8222 Watts Road, Madison
Metcalfe’s Market
726 N. Midvale Blvd, Madison
Whole Foods Market
4710 Madison Yards Way, Madison
Target
750 Hilldale Way, Madison (Hilldale Mall)
Hilldale Shopping Center
726 N. Midvale Boulevard, Madison
Upscale shopping center
Restaurants
West Towne Mall
66 W. Towne Mall, Madison
Indoor mall with common box stores such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, Hobby Lobby, and Kohls
Casual dining options
Activities&Attractions
Henry Vilas Zoo
702 S. Randall Avenue, Madison
Lakeview Park
6300 Mendota Avenue, Middleton
Brittingham Boats (Lake Monona Water Sports Rentals)
701 W. Brittingham Place, Madison
Marshall Boats: Board and Boat Rentals (Lake Mendota)
2101 Allen Boulevard, Middleton
Tyrol Basin (Ski Hill)
3487 Bohn Road, Mount Horeb
Chazen Museum of Art
800 University Avenue, Madison
Overture Center for the Arts
201 State Street, Madison
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue, Madison
Glacial Valley Park
2119 Hillebrand Drive, Cross Plains
#1 Playground in Dane County
Madison Children's Museum
100 N. Hamilton Street, Madison
The Sylvee (Concert Hall)
25 S. Livingston Street, Madison
Escape In Time - Escape Rooms
6527 Normandy Lane, Suite #203, Madison
Dane County Farmers Market
Capitol Square downtown Madison
EmployeeHealth&Wellness
We perform our best when we are feeling our best The MCPASD Employee Wellness Program supports the physical and mental well-being of staff in many ways, including activities such as weekly yoga classes, links to resources in our community, and the brand-new Employee Health Clinic!
FamilyWellness
Stay tuned throughout the year for fun, family-friendly events hosted by our Wellness Team! These events can differ each year, but a few of the fan favorites include the spring Color Run and the winter Candlelight Hike!
MonthlyChallenges&Incentives
We want to encourage our staff to stay active and healthy, which is why we partner with Dean Living Healthy Rewards and other programs to offer monthly challenges and incentives for healthy lifestyle choices. Head over to the Wellness web page to learn how you can earn a $150 gift card just by staying active!
Resources
The Wellness Team collaborates with many organizations to help provide resources and event discounts Find everything from local mental health professionals to nutrition support and discounts at big names, like Adidas and Green Chef.
We have a new honorary staff member named Kingsley! This sweet pup is training to become a therapy dog and often spends time visiting the District Services Center for practice!
EmployeeWellnessClinic
We are proud to introduce our new Employee Health Wellness Clinic located on the West Middleton Elementary School Campus! The clinic provides routine services to staff and their immediate family members, such as general exams, healthy lifestyle coaching, labs, disease management, and more
Clinics/Hospitals
MCPASD Wellness Clinic
7627 W. Mineral Point Road, Verona 608-829-9009
SSM Health Dean Medical Group
752 N. High Point Road, Madison
General clinic/urgent care
608-824-4000
SSM Health St Mary’s Hospital Madison
700 S Brooks Street, Madison 608 251-6100
Unity Point Health Meriter Hospital
202 S. Park Street, Madison 608-417-6000
UW Health University Hospital
600 Highland Avenue, Madison 608-263-6400
Madison VA Hospital 2500 Overlook Terrace, Madison 888-478-8321
EmployeeBenefits
The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District offers an attractive benefits package to staff working a minimum of 30 hours per week, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, workers’ compensation, employee assistance program, family and medical leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings through the Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds, and 403b options
HealthInsurance|DeanMedicalGroup
HMO Plan: $100/$200 single/family deductible with $40 office co-pay
HDHP:
$3,000 deductible | single plan
$6,000 deductible | family plan. The employee pays all nonpreventive expenses until the deductible is met
$2,070 | single plan
$5,175 | family plan
POS
$200 | single deductible
$400 family deductible with 10% coinsurance
MCPASD pays up to 100% of
$1,000 annual benefit plus two
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DistrictContacts
DistrictLeaders
DISTRICT LEADERS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS
Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Cheryl Janssen | cjanssen@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9004
Executive Assistant to the Deputy Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
Cielo Rodriguez-Romero | crodriguezromero@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9033
ContactsByDepartment
COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT
Director of Information and Public Relations
Shannon Valladolid | svalladolid@mcpasd k12 wi us
Front Desk / Administrative Assistant for Information and Public Relations
Axel Gonzalez | aarandarodriguez@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9056
Public Relations Specialist
Becca Bailey | rbailey@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9046
Translation Services
mcpasdtranslator@mcpasd k12 wi us
Soly Rodriguez | Multilingual Support Specialist
Ari Aranda Rodriguez | Language Support Specialist
Dr. Dana Monogue Superintendent
Jerrud Rossing Assistant Superintendent of Operations
Dr Silvia Romero Johnson Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
Dr. Sherri Cyra Deputy Superintendent
EMPLOYEE SERVICES
Director of Employee Services
Dr Barb Buffington | bbuffington@mcpasd k12 wi us
Employee Benefits
benefitsmailbox@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Christine Acker
Navid Kempka
Personnel Specialists
employeeservicesmailbox@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Diane Austin
Candace Montag
Ciji Colegial
Talent Recruitment and Retention Specialist
Sherry Smith | ssmith5@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9026
FACILITIES DEPARTMENT
workorder@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Dale Rhodes | Facilities Services Coordinator
Todd Duquette | Operations Supervisor
FISCAL SERVICES
Director of Finance and Operations
Erin Wheeler | ewheeler@mcpasd k12 wi us
Middleton High School Financial Specialist
Jason Rasa | jrasa@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9926
Payroll Specialists
payrollmailbox@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Andrew Schremp
Fabian Velasco Montoya
Purchasing and Financial Specialists
fiscalservices@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Mesa Osvog
Kelsie Perez
MULTILINGUAL SERVICES
Director of Multilingual Services
Mandi Sersch-Morstad | msersch-morstad@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Administrative Assistant for Teaching and Learning and Multilingual Services
Laly Cadenillas Sialer | gcadenillassialer@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9015
REGISTRATION DEPARTMENT
mcpasdregistration@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Yadiris Sanchez | District Registrar
Sayra Jayo | Registration Clerk
SAFETY & SECURITY SERVICES
Safety and Security Coordinator
Asher Torbeck | sgttorbeck@gmail.com
STUDENT SERVICES
Director of Student Services
Chris Mand | cmand@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Director of Special Education
Cynthia Malcheski | cmalcheski@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Administrative Assistants for Special Education and Student Services
Julie Remily jremily@mcpasd k12 wi us | Ext 9006
Jennifer Vosberg jvosberg@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9040
Health Services Coordinator
Marcia Moe | mmoe@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9820
Families in Transition Coordinator
Amy Poole | apoole@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9738
Social-Emotional Learning Coordinator
Melanie Hill | mhill@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9020
TEACHING AND LEARNING
Director of Elementary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
MaryBeth Paulisse | mpaulisse@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Director of Secondary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
Dr. Jan Chynoweth | jchynoweth@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
Director of Student, Family, and Staff Engagement
Tony Dugas | tdugas@mcpasd k12 wi us
TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Technology Help Desk helpdesk@mcpasd k12 wi us | Ext 9036
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Transportation Services Information mcpasdtransporation@mcpasd k12 wi us 608-829-2365
WELLNESS
Wellness Coordinator
Kalise Horst | mcpasdwellness@mcpasd.k12.wi.us | Ext. 9030
Silvia Romero Johnson Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
SchoolContacts
4KProgram
MCPASDEarlyLearningCenter
2429 Clark Street, Middleton
608-829-9067
4K/ Early Childhood | Katie Kavanaugh kkavanaugh@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
MiddleSchools
GlacierCreekMiddleSchool
2800 Military Road, Cross Plains
608-829-9420
Principal | Ken Metz kmetz@mcpasd k12 wi us
KromreyMiddleSchool
7009 Donna Drive, Middleton 608-829-9595
Principal | Dom Ricks dricks@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
HighSchools&Cardinal Academy
CardinalAcademy
2429 Clark Street, Middleton
608-829-9821
Transition Coordinator | Gerilynn Rohrer grohrer@mcpasd k12 wi us
ClarkStreetCommunitySchool
2100 Bristol Street, Middleton 608-829-9640
Principal | Dr Jill Gurtner jgurtner@mcpasd k12 wi us
MiddletonHighSchool
2100 Bristol Street, Middleton 608-829-9660
Principal | Peg Shoemaker pshoemaker@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
ElementarySchools
ElmLawnElementary
6701 Woodgate Road, Middleton 608-829-9070
Principal | Lisa Rust lrust@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
NorthsideElementary
3620 High Road, Middleton 608-829-9130
Principal | Sylla Zarov szarov@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
ParkElementary
1209 Park Street, Cross Plains 608-829-9250
Principal | Brett Humphrey bhumphrey1@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
PopeElementary
816 Schewe Road, Middleton 608-826-7700
Principal | Jessica Taylor tfranklin2@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
SaukTrailElementary
2205 Branch Street, Middleton 608-829-9190
Principal | Chris Dahlk cdahlk@mcpasd.k12.wi.us
SunsetRidgeElementary
8686 Airport Road, Middleton 608-829-9300
Principal | Brett Wilfrid bwilfrid@mcpasd k12 wi us
WestMiddletonElementary
7627 West Mineral Point Road, Verona 608-829-9360
Principal | Mandy Harvey aharvey@mcpasd k12 wi us
