The Mishicot Golf Team has only ever been Regional Champs once. However, under the coaching of Mr. Robert Stroess—and his assistants, Matt Wallander and Leonard Kowalski—the golf team has once again gained that title.

For the first time in Mishicot School history, the girls’ track and field team took the Sectional Champions title on Friday, May 29, at the Hilbert Sectional Meet. The team is coached by Head Coach Kyle Novack and Assistant Coaches Mackenzie Greenwood, Marissa Gove, Daniel Butler, and Aaron Butler.

Creativity, problem solving, and entrepreneurship were on full display at Mishicot High School as seniors presented original business concepts during the school’s annual Shark Tank simulation. The event gave students the opportunity to pitch innovative ideas to a panel of “Sharks” made up of school administration and members of the Mishicot School Board.

Students in the Mishicot area will have the opportunity to explore science, technology, and creativity this summer through the nationally recognized Camp Invention program. The hands-on summer day camp will take place at O.H. Schultz School in Mishicot from July 6–10, 2026.

Last Monday, members of the Denmark American Legion Post 363 and Denmark VFW Post 6705 completed their annual tours of area cemeteries to honor veterans interred there and commemorate Memorial Day 2026.

During Friday morning’s Denmark Elementary School (DES) end-of-year assembly, along with recognizing Wisconsin School Safety Patroller of the Year, Adalyn Geffers (see Page 1), students and staff took part in a number of fun activities to celebrate the start of another summer vacation.

Last Thursday, Denmark Middle School (DMS) bid farewell to this year’s 8th grade class with a celebration of their advancements and achievements. This year’s 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony featured speeches, awards and recognitions commemorating each of the 122 students who make up the Denmark Class of 2030.

On Thursday morning, the Denmark High School (DHS) Class of 2026 received a proper send off from their younger peers and former teachers. That morning, prior to commencement practice, the graduating seniors made the traditional procession through the parking lot past each of the three district schools.

Last Wednesday, students, teachers, family and friends joined together at Gatherings 43 to commemorate the close of another year of learning and growing at Viking Academy. That night, Denmark's alternative school hosted their annual End-of-Year Celebration and Graduation which served to recognize student efforts, reflect on the closing school year and send off this year's six graduating seniors.

On Friday, along with the last day of the school year, Denmark Elementary School (DES) students had even more to celebrate as one of their peers was recognized by AAA - The Auto Club Group as the top Safety Patroller in the State of Wisconsin.

On Sunday, thousands gathered in the Gold Gymnasium at Denmark High School (DHS) to commemorate, celebrate and send off the DHS Class of 2026. The Commencement Ceremony was attended by family, friends and school staff and featured speeches, music and tributes to the 136 now-former students who make up the graduating class.

On Saturday May 16 at Kohler Performing Arts Center, seven Mishicot school teachers accepted the Eastern Wisconsin Excellence in Education Award. Each one of these teachers goes above and beyond inside and outside of the classroom to make a lasting impact on the district's students.

On May 17, the Mishicot FFA Chapter gathered to celebrate another successful year during the annual FFA Banquet. The evening was led by advisers Mrs. Propson and Mrs. Koeppel alongside the 2025–2026 officer team. Members, families, and community supporters came together to recognize the accomplishments and hard work of more than 100 FFA members throughout the year.

High school students are given the opportunity to apply for many scholarships or additional programs throughout their time at Mishicot High School. Within this opportunity come great rewards, whether that is money or obtaining a head start on their pathway to their future goals. 

For only the second time in school history and the first time in over 20 years, the Mishicot Girls Track and Field team took home the 2026 Big East Conference Championship title last Monday. The girls competed at an outstanding level, with many of the girls trying events they have only ever competed in a couple of times or not at all.

Last week, the Friends of Neshota Park joined with some local young people to help remove an invasive plant species and beautify a great local park. On Tuesday and Thursday, groups of volunteers helped pick and bag garlic mustard from Neshota Park in order to allow native wild flowers to grow and flourish. We stopped by Thursday morning to learn more.

Last week, the Denmark Lions made a donation of $2,500 to the Denmark Volunteer Fire Department to support their work in protecting the greater Denmark area. Pictured: Denmark Lions Treasurer Susan Selner presenting the check to Denmark Fire Chief Dave Bielinski. (Photo courtesy of Susan Selner)