Why Us

Welcome to Markesan District Schools.  Markesan District Schools consists of seventeen municipalities covering 184 square miles.  The elementary school houses Early Childhood through Grade 5.  The middle/high school serves Grades 6-12.

The vision of Markesan District Schools is Educating Every Student Every Day.  We take this vision very seriously and utilize this vision as the primary guide to our strategic planning framework, and invite you to join us as we work to be a district of collaboration.  We are a district that:

  • Celebrates both student growth and attainment
  • Sustains learning environments that are healthy, diverse and respectful
  • Promotes student engagement
  • Builds positive relationships with students
  • Institutes a challenging curriculum, diverse to the needs of students for future success
  • Promotes a safe environment for all.

Markesan is an attractive recreational area for all of Wisconsin’s four seasons.  Boating, golf, fishing, biking, hunting, ice fishing, skiing and snowmobiling are some of the enjoyable activities in our area.

Whether you are an alumnus, a community member, a parent, a student in our district, we are proud of Markesan District Schools.  Being a Hornet means being respectful, dedicated, enthusiastic and motivated to be the best each of us can be today, and every day.

GO HORNETS!