Karen Mikolainis
Whitnall School Board

Dear Whitnall Community Members,
 

When I joined the Whitnall School Board in 2019, I brought a deep commitment to our community. As a new public servant, I was eager to work alongside families, students, teachers, and neighbors to make a positive impact. What a journey it has been! Over the past six years, we’ve navigated challenges, celebrated successes, and learned invaluable lessons together. To everyone who has been part of our shared Whitnall story—
THANK YOU.

 

A few highlights of the past years include:
 

• Celebrating Hales Corners Elementary being named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School—a prestigious honor recognizing academic excellence.
   

• Hiring and onboarding Whitnall's new superintendent, Dr. Brady Reinke, and supporting his transition into the district.
   

• Supporting the implementation of an updated and more effective reading and math curriculum, which has already shown positive results in student performance.
   

• Increasing employee satisfaction and student engagement, with recent survey data showing the highest-ever employee satisfaction in 5 years and gains in student feelings of belonging and respect.
   

• Listening to the community as we embark on significant capital improvement projects to create modern, safe learning spaces.
   

• Managing a balanced budget with a steady mill rate, ensuring financial stability for the district.
   

• Cheering on the incredible accomplishments of our Whitnall students in athletics, activities, and the arts, recognizing their hard work and dedication.

 

Looking ahead, I’m proud to say our school district is on an exciting path forward.
 

In this spring election, my board colleague Jason Craig and I ask for your votes so that we may continue doing good work for Whitnall residents, students, staff, and families. As experienced board members, we have the knowledge and skills to help grow the Whitnall school district's student achievement, reading and math proficiency levels, and student college- and career-readiness.
 

Thank you for your trust and support. Let's work together to keep Whitnall moving forward.
 

With gratitude,

Karen Mikolainis