WELCOME Back to School

Dear Timberwolf Families,

Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year!

Allow me to introduce myself as the Principal of McDill. I am honored to have been selected to lead this building and begin to create a welcoming community where everyone has a seat at the table.

While this is my first year in the Stevens Point Area School District, it is my 25th in education. I have served as a Middle School Principal for Grades 5-8 for the past 10 years and look forward to bringing those experiences to McDill. People ask me what drove me to choose McDill, and the answer is clear; they chose me. I believe in building community, collaborating and connecting with all stakeholders to truly use a team approach to best meet the needs of all students. It has been clear in all of my conversations that McDill believes in that as well, further demonstrating that this is the right place for me!

I am including much important information to begin the school year with links and important dates. If there is something you need help with that is not listed here, please reach out and we will do our best to answer your questions.

I look forward to connecting with all of you. Please introduce yourself to me at Back to School Night, as I value personal in-person connections as much as possible.

Chris Robinson

Principal, McDill Elementary School

crobinso@pointschools.net

715-345-5420

Our Back to School Night is a night to welcome all students and families, kick off the new year, see old friends, meet new teachers and staff and get ready for a great year ahead. This year our back to school night will be held:

THURSDAY, AUGUST 27TH

from 4:30-6:00 pm

ALL GRADES 4K-6TH

More detailed information as to what to expect at McDill that night will be sent soon!

Chris Robinson, Principal - crobinso@pointschools.net

Classroom teacher assignments will be viewable in Skyward Family Access starting at 3 pm on Wednesday, August 26th.

• Skyward Family Access
• Contact Technology Support
• Transportation
• Who to Call When Navigating Questions or Issues

We believe that school attendance is crucial to the success of all students. Ensuring that students attend school regularly is a responsibility shared by students, parents, schools, and our entire community. We are committed to partnering with and communicating with families to support consistent student attendance.

Attending school all day, every day, has a significant impact on a student’s academic success, starting as early as preschool and continuing through high school. Even as students grow older and become more independent, families play a key role in ensuring that students get to school safely every day and understand the importance of regular attendance for success in school and in life.

Did you know…

• Students who are chronically absent in preschool through 1st grade are much less likely to read at grade level by the end of 3rd grade.
• By 6th grade, chronic absence is a proven early warning sign for students at risk of dropping out of school.
• By 9th grade, good attendance can predict graduation rates even better than 8th-grade test scores.

Absences can add up quickly. A student is considered chronically absent if they miss just two days of school each month. The academic impact of missing this much school is significant, and it doesn’t matter whether the absences are excused or unexcused—both can affect a student’s learning.

We understand that there are times when absences are unavoidable due to illness or family emergencies. However, we encourage you to prioritize your child's attendance and work with us to minimize any disruptions to their education. In an effort to ensure consistency across all elementary sites in the Stevens Point Area Public School District, please be aware of the following expectations regarding how attendance is documented for all K-6 students:

• Any absence that extends beyond thirty minutes at the beginning or the end of the day will be counted as a half day absence. Any time less than thirty minutes will be documented as tardy.

• If your child/children are absent for more than five days, you will be notified with an auto-generated letter from their school.

• A similar letter will follow if absences exceed ten days. At this point you may be asked to provide a physician’s note for all future absences.
  
  

If your child is experiencing challenges that affect their attendance, please reach out to our school staff. We are here to support you and provide resources to help ensure your child can attend school regularly.

Thank you for your commitment to your child's education and for partnering with us to ensure their academic success. Together, we can make a positive impact on their future.

Parents/guardians should confirm via Skyward Family Access if their address is up-to-date for the new school year. All address changes are processed through the district office, and require proof of address, such as a copy of a utility bill, driver’s license, rental/purchase document, etc. If you have any questions, please call the main office at 715-345-5420.

All Health and Medical information can be found using this LINK

The 2026-2027 Free/Reduced Meal Application, along with the District's Meal Charge Policy, are attached for your convenience. Completed applications can be emailed to foodservices@pointschools.net, mailed to: Food Service Office, 3400 Water Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481, or dropped off at the school office. Applications can also be completed and submitted online through Skyward Family Access. If you have received a Letter of Direct Certification for the current school year, either by email or through the post, please do not complete an application unless you feel you may qualify for a better benefit.

If you have questions regarding Free/Reduced Meal Applications and/or if you should complete one, please contact the Food Service Office by emailing foodservices@pointschools.net or by calling 715-345-5435.

For the 5th year in a row, SPAPSD Food Service Department will provide universal free breakfast to ALL students and free lunch to any student who qualifies for free or reduced price meals!

All families are encouraged to apply for free & reduced price school meals. Simply fill out and return the application, or complete online through your Skyward Family Access. Families who qualify for free and reduced meals also qualify for discounted school fees and fee waivers.

Student PINS

All students use Personal Identification Numbers (PIN) during meal service. Students are expected to memorize these numbers in order to help our food service line move more quickly. These PIN numbers can be found in Skyward Family Access under Food Service. A student's PIN remains the same throughout their years in school.

NOTE - Students in younger grades are not expected to know their number from the start of school. School staff will help students as needed.

Chris Robinson, Principal
crobinso@pointschools.net

Email: khuebner@pointschools.net
Website: https://mcdill.pointschools.net/
Location: 2516 School Street, Stevens Point, WI, USA
Phone: 715-345-5420
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcdilltimberwolves/
Twitter: @pointschools