Teacher Kevin Cleger describes nearly two decades with Dodgeland School District and a student-focused mission
March 21, 2026 | Dodgeland School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
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Kevin Cleger, a sixth- and seventh-grade English language arts teacher, eighth-grade health teacher and middle school Aspire and CL coordinator, said he has worked in the Dodgeland School District since 2004 and described a long-standing commitment to the community and its students.
Cleger, who also coaches cross country, middle school basketball and high school track and field, said he began volunteering with the city recreation department as a teenager and returned to the community after completing his teaching degree. "I wasn't looking for just anywhere to work. I wanted to be a part of a place that I already had roots and relationships developed," he said.
His remarks emphasized why he remains in the district: the scale is small enough that "every student matters," he said, and teachers can see tangible changes when students gain confidence. He described the work as "deeply fulfilling," noting long-term relationships with students and families and the satisfaction of watching former students thrive in college and careers.
Cleger said he has had opportunities to influence classroom practice, athletic programs and student-support initiatives, calling out the trust and stability that allowed "small shifts in mindset" and initiatives to take root. He framed his priorities as pairing academic excellence with character development so students leave with "confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging."
He described the district as "a home away from home," citing colleagues and community members who have supported his work and contributed to a shared purpose. "We're not just going through the motions," Cleger said. "We're generally committed to each other's success and to building something meaningful for our students."
Cleger said those relationships and the ability to effect change keep him in Dodgeland. He closed by reiterating his hope that the district remain a place focused on seeing and supporting every student.
No formal actions or votes were recorded during these remarks.
Cleger, who also coaches cross country, middle school basketball and high school track and field, said he began volunteering with the city recreation department as a teenager and returned to the community after completing his teaching degree. "I wasn't looking for just anywhere to work. I wanted to be a part of a place that I already had roots and relationships developed," he said.
His remarks emphasized why he remains in the district: the scale is small enough that "every student matters," he said, and teachers can see tangible changes when students gain confidence. He described the work as "deeply fulfilling," noting long-term relationships with students and families and the satisfaction of watching former students thrive in college and careers.
Cleger said he has had opportunities to influence classroom practice, athletic programs and student-support initiatives, calling out the trust and stability that allowed "small shifts in mindset" and initiatives to take root. He framed his priorities as pairing academic excellence with character development so students leave with "confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging."
He described the district as "a home away from home," citing colleagues and community members who have supported his work and contributed to a shared purpose. "We're not just going through the motions," Cleger said. "We're generally committed to each other's success and to building something meaningful for our students."
Cleger said those relationships and the ability to effect change keep him in Dodgeland. He closed by reiterating his hope that the district remain a place focused on seeing and supporting every student.
No formal actions or votes were recorded during these remarks.
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