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THE MESSENGER OF JUNEAU COUNTY
of Mauston April 18, 2013
Wrestling champion looks toward next steps Becoming a Powerlifting National Champion does not come without hard work, dedication and support. What started out as a way to get stronger for football became Jerome's best sport. As a sophomore there were only 5 team members and Jerome was determined to see that change. So, he enlisted the help of some friends and as a junior had 12 teammates. With more recruiting from him and other team members that number grew to 33 for his senior year. Jerome has finished first or second in every regional meet that he has lifted in and set 3 meet records at Whitehall this year. He is a 3 time State and National qualifier with highlights of a 7th place finish at both State and Nationals in
2012 and everything being capped off by becoming the 2013 National Champion in the 114 lb weight class. He is the first National Champion at Mauston High School. Jerome's many supporters include his parents Dennis Leak, Angie Leak (Brian Schauer), sister Courtney (also a Powerlifter) and his grandparents. Friends, teammates and coaches that are big supporters and influences are Lilly Brunner (Rick & Dulcie), Ian McIntire, Matt Erickson, Taylor Ingram, Teague Fenwick, Cheyanne Messer, coaches Steve Coronado, Isaiah Pesce, Jill Ripp, Joe Crowley, John Winker, Diana Messer and former football coach and current principal Jim Dillin. Next up for Jerome are the
adult Nationals in June and, if things go well, a trip to the World Powerlifting Championships in August, both of which will be held in Texas. Both Jerome and Coach Coronado are looking forward to the challenges these trips will bring. Since Powerlifting is a club sport all fees are paid by the families, so Jerome will be working on some fund raisers to offset some of the cost for his trips. Jerome was welcomed home from the nationals to a heros welcome. Sirens sounded off throughout Mauston upon his return. Nationals took place in Colorado last week. Watch for more information on that as it becomes available.
Mauston High School Powerlifting coaches posed for a photo with Jerome during Nationals in Colorado.
Sharing Supper founder recognizes Mauston Schools for contributions BY EVA MARIE WOYWOD Margie Strouse founder of Mauston's Sharing Supper recognized the Mauston School District for their dedication to the monthly meal. According to Strouse this month will mark the two year anniversary of the school district hosting the community event on a monthly basis in the high school's commons area. Prior to the high school being the home for the meal, the now six year running event was held at the Moose Family Center in Mauston. Strouse emphasized the pride the district and community should feel for supporting Sharing Supper and emphasized the fact that Sharing Supper has moved beyond the Mauston area and into other communities in neighboring counties. "The Wisconsin Dells are going into their 3rd month of hosting their own dinner under the Sharing Supper model that was started here in Mauston," she stated. Strouse expressed gratitude to all the district's employees who have taken on Sharing Supper as one of their own causes, including in that recognition was High School Vice Principal Doug Kryder, the kitchen staff, and the district's custodians. She listed the name of numerous student based organizations who have also volunteered at the monthly dinner. "We have a lot to be proud of, you have a lot to be proud of," she said. Soon, according to Strouse, the Mauston Sharing Supper will be highlighted in a center spread publication from the
At Monday's evening meeting of the Mauston School Board Jim Cauley, board president, administered the Oath Of Office to re-elected members, Betty Kryka and Brian Fox. Both had been re-elected to office earlier this month during the Spring Election.
International City/County Management Association. That news was just recently shared with her, she stated, by Mauston City Administer Nathan Thiel who submitted information to the association on Sharing Supper. "It will be your school, your district highlighted in this publication," she said. This month's Sharing Supper is being held one week earlier than usual on Thursday, April 18. The free community meal will begin at 5 p.m. and service will run through to 6:30 p.m. The school district will have multiple displays on hand, as will the Juneau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault who are one of the sponsors. MHS Journey to Personalize In a showcase report to the board high school principal Jim Dillin focused on the many existing opportunities there are and new ones that are on the horizon to individMauston High School principal Jim Dillin addresses the school board on MHS ualized the educational experience for students. Journey to Personalize. One such opportunity will
be based off the Crossroads Program which is utilized in the Tomah School District. The program will be personalized for Mauston students and will be designed for non traditional learners who have had or are having difficulties in the regular classroom. Students work in a self-paced and self-directed manner under the guidance of a licensed secondary education teacher. Dillin stated that such opportunities along with changes in the block schedule which will allow for focus throughout the school year for those that need it in subjects like math, will enhance the learning opportunities for all. In the Superintendent's report to the board, Dr. Christine Weymouth stressed that innovative programs within the district fit in with her work on the district's marketing strategies in making Mauston School District a educational choice for those looking for alternative approaches for their children. One avenue to highlight those opportunities is a detailed marketing publication she is currently researching on the possibility for the district to publish. The publication would be made available through different avenues including possibly at the local chamber office and for those interested in moving into the area. Pending Actions Board members approved adding a WIHA Equestrian Club as a new co-curricular club for students to take advantage of. Members voted to change who will be auditing the district. Wegner CPA based in Baraboo submitted the lowest bid and was one out of three firms who vied for the position. The board accepted the retirement of middle school teacher Eva Johnson.