Minocqua J1 School District

Minocqua J1 School District Minocqua J1 School District is made up of two schools: MHLT Elementary School and Lakeland Star Charter School.

The district serves 600 children in grades PreK-8 living in the towns of Minocqua, Hazelhurst, and Lake Tomahawk. A majority of the land in the district is described as rural recreational. It encompasses 350 square miles in Oneida County and is considered part of “The Northwoods” of North Central Wisconsin. Minocqua J1 is one of four elementary districts that feed into Lakeland Union High School.

Each district is administered by its own Board of Education. The tourism industry is the major source of revenue for the local economy. The numerous lakes and the abundance of recreational activities, as well as superb hospitality services, bring travelers to our community during all four seasons. Outside of the tourism industry, the largest employers include community health care, lumber manufacturing, and local retail stores. The combined population of our communities is approximately 9000, but during the summertime, it quadruples. A large number of retirees select this area for the quality of life it offers. The Minocqua J1 School district offers a comprehensive program of studies for our students. This includes support and enrichment services for any level of student need. The staff includes 63 teachers and support staff members, 2 administrators, 5 supervisors, 18 instructional aides, 5 custodians, and 6 food service workers. The district is administered by a five member board. Student achievement results are consistently above state and national averages. In general, our students score in the top 25% for students nationwide in Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. While our achievement scores exceed the state average, our per pupil costs are below state average and are the lowest in the Lakeland area. A wide range of extra curricular and after school activities is offered by the district, including summer school.

Yesterday the 7th grade Northwoods Way of Life class spent the afternoon at the Forest of Antlers Outfitters. There they...
03/26/2026

Yesterday the 7th grade Northwoods Way of Life class spent the afternoon at the Forest of Antlers Outfitters. There they learned about whitetail deer, health of a deer herd, made venison hamburgers, explored deer habitat, and went on a shed hunt. They had a couple lucky finds during the hunt! Thank you to the Forest of Antlers Outfitters for the invite and a great day in the woods!

Congratulations to the February PE Superstars!
03/24/2026

Congratulations to the February PE Superstars!

During library classes in January and February, students in first through fourth grades voted in the annual book bracket...
03/24/2026

During library classes in January and February, students in first through fourth grades voted in the annual book bracket. Before break, the classes celebrated this year's winner, "Stalactite and Stalagmite." Students watched a personalized message from the author and then created something that reminded them of the book.

LAST CALL FOR YEARBOOK ORDERS - all orders are due Friday!This year, orders are placed online at http://bit.ly/4bNSwLX**...
03/23/2026

LAST CALL FOR YEARBOOK ORDERS - all orders are due Friday!
This year, orders are placed online at http://bit.ly/4bNSwLX

**8th graders will receive a yearbook, no action is required for 8th grade students.**

A reminder that yearbook orders are due by March 27 - that's two weeks away!

This year, orders are placed online at http://bit.ly/4bNSwLX
The only way to guarantee getting a yearbook is to order before the 27th, there will be a very limited supply of extra books.
**8th graders will receive a free yearbook, no action is needed for 8th grade students.**

5th graders held their annual Wax Museum before Spring Break. The students spent weeks completing a research paper, a tr...
03/23/2026

5th graders held their annual Wax Museum before Spring Break. The students spent weeks completing a research paper, a tri-fold display board, diorama, and portrait of a historical person who impacted American culture in a positive way. The students did an exceptional job!

A reminder that kringle pickup is this Friday from 2-6pm.
03/23/2026

A reminder that kringle pickup is this Friday from 2-6pm.

A reminder that yearbook orders are due by March 27 - that's two weeks away!This year, orders are placed online at http:...
03/13/2026

A reminder that yearbook orders are due by March 27 - that's two weeks away!

This year, orders are placed online at http://bit.ly/4bNSwLX
The only way to guarantee getting a yearbook is to order before the 27th, there will be a very limited supply of extra books.
**8th graders will receive a free yearbook, no action is needed for 8th grade students.**

Due to blizzard conditions and poor travel conditions, the MJ1 School District will be CLOSED Friday, March 13th. Pleas...
03/13/2026

Due to blizzard conditions and poor travel conditions, the MJ1 School District will be CLOSED Friday, March 13th. Please be safe out there.

Have a safe and relaxing spring break, classes will resume Monday, March 23.

7th graders in the Cook and Create class had a cookie baking competition! Students were able to choose their recipe and ...
03/12/2026

7th graders in the Cook and Create class had a cookie baking competition! Students were able to choose their recipe and make their own ingredient list and plan, which they executed yesterday! Our winner was a delicious S'more Cookie!

03/12/2026
Yesterday, a group of 4th and 6th graders attended an RVA event, Kids in Action, at the Rhinelander Courthouse. They lea...
03/11/2026

Yesterday, a group of 4th and 6th graders attended an RVA event, Kids in Action, at the Rhinelander Courthouse. They learned about different levels of government, played Wisconsin trivia, and went through the process of creating a bill. Our students, along with students from two other schools "passed a bill" to have a four day school week. Many of them were bummed when it was ultimately vetoed.

Miss Zoesch’s second grade class had a Reading Camp Out last week! Students spent the day flashlight reading in tents, p...
03/09/2026

Miss Zoesch’s second grade class had a Reading Camp Out last week! Students spent the day flashlight reading in tents, practicing their math and writing skills, and enjoying s’mores in their classroom campsite! It was a fun time under the "stars"!

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7450 Titus Drive
Minocqua, WI
54548

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Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 4am

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The district serves over 600 children in grades PreK-8 living in the towns of Minocqua, Hazelhurst, and Lake Tomahawk. A majority of the land in the district is described as rural recreational. It encompasses 350 square miles in Oneida County and is considered part of “The Northwoods” of North Central Wisconsin. Minocqua J1 is one of four elementary districts that feed into Lakeland Union High School. Each district is administered by its own Board of Education. The tourism industry is the major source of revenue for the local economy. The numerous lakes and the abundance of recreational activities, as well as superb hospitality services, bring travelers to our community during all four seasons. Outside of the tourism industry, the largest employers include community health care, lumber manufacturing, and local retail stores. The combined population of our communities is approximately 9000, but during the summertime, it quadruples. A large number of retirees select this area for the quality of life it offers. The Minocqua J1 School district offers a comprehensive program of studies for our students. This includes support and enrichment services for any level of student need. The staff includes 63 teachers and support staff members, 2 administrators, 5 supervisors, 18 instructional aides, 5 custodians, and 6 food service workers. The district is administered by a five member board. Student achievement results are consistently above state and national averages. In general, our students score in the top 25% for students nationwide in Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. While our achievement scores exceed the state average, our per pupil costs are below state average and are the lowest in the Lakeland area. A wide range of extra curricular and after school activities is offered by the district, including summer school.