• Bachelor's Degree: Herzing University for Business Management

• Teaching Certification: Viterbo University for Business Education

• Master's Degree: Cardinal Stritch University for Education Leadership

• Teaching Certification: Marquette University for Computer Science

• Leadership Certification: University of Wisconsin-Stout for CTE Coordinator

Hi!  My name is JJ Heesch.  I grew up in the Wisconsin Dells and graduated high school from Portage, WI.  I attended UW-Baraboo and then Herzing University, where I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.  I began my working career in banking and then IT as a Network Administrator.  I learned a lot and truly enjoyed my time working in these industries.  

After about eight years, I returned to school for my teaching certification from Viterbo University.  I was hired by Pewaukee High School and taught there for six years. I was fortunate to start a program called Insight, which allowed students to complete real projects for real companies like the Milwaukee Bucks, American Heart Association, and the JJ Watt Foundation.  All students were provided a mentor who is a professional working in the career the student is interested in pursuing.  

I primarily teach at iLEAD Charter School.  I also teach computer science at Mauston High School. I am also the CTE Coordinator at MHS. Lastly, I am working with Mr. Walsh to launch esports at MHS in our new gaming lab! Students will compete regionally and nationally. 

I use Google Classroom for all of my courses; please get in touch with me personally for access.  Here is a link to my AP Computer Science Syllabus and Exploring Computer Science Syllabus, and this link will take you to current MHS grading practices.

Open Office Hours:

• Prep
• After School