Communications

The district website is the hub of information like calendars, school nutrition menus, family resources, academic resources, school contact information, staff directories and more. 

Each school also has its own website, accessible through the district website. 

The Infinite Campus Parent Portal provides parents and caregivers access to grades, assignment due dates, attendance, lunch account balances, fees and more. 

Find access to the portal:

1) Using the quick link Infinite Campus icon on the homepage

2) Linked within the main menu

We utilize email, SMS and calls through Finalsite Mass Communications. It is our practice to send an SMS message with an email through this platform. Types of messages sent through this platform include: messages sent to all district families, school-wide updates, grade-level information, and classroom-wide announcements. These emails may also include urgent notifications such as school closures or emergency alerts, which are the only messages that are accompanied with a recorded phone call.

Email: Messages sent to all district families are saved in our Message Archive for each school year (located on this page). We use contact information and communication preferences from your Infinite Campus account, so it’s important to keep your contact details up to date to ensure you don’t miss important updates.

Messages sent via Finalsite are from the email address: no_reply@mgschools.net.

Text: It is our practice to send a text (SMS) message with an email. We have two short code numbers for sending text messages. 

• Emergency messages come from 53291
• General outreach messages come from 97178

If you aren’t receiving text messages along with our emails (after checking your contact information is correct in Infinite Campus), simply text “START” to 60680 to opt in and ensure you stay connected.

Phone: Phone calls are used in cases of school closures or other emergencies. The most common reason for a phone call is a school closure due to weather (ie, snow days). 

Messages sent through Infinite Campus are typically used for classroom-specific updates, attendance notices, and school nutrition information.

Messages sent via Infinite Campus are from the email address: infinitecampus@mononagrovewi.mg.infinitecampus.org.

Messages can typically be viewed in the Message Center of the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

Each school releases a monthly newsletter at the start of the month, featuring important upcoming dates, school and district news, highlights from our school community, and links to digital flyers. These newsletters are sent straight to your inbox and are a great way to stay informed and connected.

Past issues are also archived on each school’s website under News & Calendars > Newsletters.

As part of our efforts to keep families well informed, to be more environmentally friendly, to embrace innovation, and to maintain fiscal responsibility, we have transition from paper to electronic flyer delivery.

You may view all digital flyers available, or they may be viewed by applicable school and are also linked in every school's monthly newsletter.

Flyers are submitted by outside vendors and do not imply District endorsement of any identified product and/or of services.

You can find us on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for additional and frequent content from MGSD.

Facebook and Instagram are used for celebrating our students, staff and school community. The only informational posts you can find on these channels are for no school days or emergency updates. While everyone is welcome and encouraged to comment, our first priority is to protect students, staff and community members. Comments and/or posts that do not follow our Commenting Guideline may be removed.

MG21 (our public charter school) can be found on Facebook and Instagram. Monona Grove Athletics can be found on Facebook and Instagram. 

We send out a Community Newsletter to anyone who has signed up to receive communications related to MGSD. The newsletter includes School Board updates and other information relevant to our community.

You can be added to the contact list by filling out the form on the School Board webpage.

Canvas (for secondary students) is a platform where you'll receive notifications directly from your student's teachers about classroom learning, assignments, and more.

Students may receive teacher feedback on work submitted through Canvas.

TalkingPoints is designed with student safety and data privacy in mind and helps ensure school-related communication stays in one secure, district-approved system.

What families should know:

• TalkingPoints is a tool students and families can use to communicate with their school, coaches, club leaders, and teachers via text message or the TalkingPoints app.
• Participation for students is optional. Students must choose to opt in to use the platform, but if they choose not to participate staff, coaches, teachers and club leaders will not be able to text or message them on any other platform. School email will be the only method of communication in that case.
• Students’ phone numbers are not visible to staff in TalkingPoints.
• Messages stay within the secure TalkingPoints system to help protect student information and support appropriate school communication.
• Students only need to enroll one time (not once per teacher, class, or activity).
• Students who opt in can send and receive messages either through the TalkingPoints app or by standard text message.

How do I sign up for TalkingPoints?
There is no need to sign up for TalkingPoints. Families will automatically receive text messages from the principal, teacher, or other school staff. Messages will be sent to the cell phone number listed in Infinite Campus. If you do not wish to receive text messages, you can unsubscribe at any time by texting GOODBYE or STOP.

How do I get the TalkingPoints app?
The TalkingPoints for Families app is ideal for families who have limited text messages, or who wish to make use of enhanced messaging features. Once you install the app and register your phone, you will no longer receive text messages.
App for iPhones
App for Android

How do I switch back to text messages if I no longer want to use the app?
If you have registered for the app and wish to receive text messages again, you must first log out of the app before deleting it from your phone. If you delete the app before signing out, the system will not switch you back to text messages.

How do I rejoin TalkingPoints after I unsubscribed?
If you unsubscribe from TalkingPoints and want to rejoin, please reach out to your student’s teacher or principal. They will share a special phone number for you to use. You can text REJOIN to this number to begin receiving messages again.

To maintain a clear and consistent identity across all communications, Monona Grove School District follows established brand guidelines. These guidelines help ensure that our messaging, visuals, and overall presentation reflect the professionalism and values of our district.

Monona Grove School District Brand Guidelines

Monona Grove Athletics Brand Guidelines

For access and questions about logo use, colors, fonts, or other brand elements, please reach out to communications@mgschools.net.

All media requests to interview, videotape, or photograph Monona Grove School District staff, students, or board members should be directed to Katy Byrnes Kaiser. Please contact her at 608-316-1960 or via email at kathleen.kaiser@mgschools.net.

Visiting School Sites:
Media are occasionally invited to our schools to cover stories or highlight events. To ensure the safety and security of our students and staff, all media must contact the Communications Office prior to visiting any school site. Upon arrival, media representatives must sign in at the school’s front office like all other visitors. When conducting interviews, filming, or photographing, the Communications Office (or a designated staff member) will accompany media personnel to minimize disruptions and provide support as needed.

Photo/Video Releases:
State and federal laws permit students and parents/guardians to opt out of having student information, including photographs, shared publicly. The Communications Office works closely with school staff to ensure that students who do not have photo/video release permission on file are not photographed, filmed, or interviewed.

Emergency and Crisis Communications:
During emergencies, the district’s top priority is ensuring the safety and well-being of students and staff, and communicating promptly with families. The Communications Office will provide accurate and timely updates to the media through an official spokesperson, written statement, or press conference. Media may be directed to a designated staging area to ensure safety and reduce disruption to emergency response efforts.