Mather Pride on Display!
Today, our Student Leadership Team and All-Star STANG Citizens had the incredible opportunity to welcome State Superintendent Dr. Maleyko to Mather Elementary!
Our students did an outstanding job representing Mather by showcasing their leadership, confidence, and STANG values—Stay Safe, Take Responsibility, Act with Kindness, Never Give Up, and Give Respect.
Superintendent Mr. Travis gave them a tour of our building, highlighting both the wonderful learning happening at Mather and the importance of continued support for facility improvements to best serve our students and staff.
We are so proud of the way our Mustangs represented our school and community~ way to go!
Today, our Student Leadership Team and All-Star STANG Citizens had the incredible opportunity to welcome State Superintendent Dr. Maleyko to Mather Elementary!
Our students did an outstanding job representing Mather by showcasing their leadership, confidence, and STANG values—Stay Safe, Take Responsibility, Act with Kindness, Never Give Up, and Give Respect.
Superintendent Mr. Travis gave them a tour of our building, highlighting both the wonderful learning happening at Mather and the importance of continued support for facility improvements to best serve our students and staff.
We are so proud of the way our Mustangs represented our school and community~ way to go!
Bus Driver Appreciation at Mather!
What a great way to start the day at Mather Elementary! This morning, our students lined both sides of Elm Avenue to cheer on and celebrate our amazing bus drivers: Jeff, Chris, Kevin, and Rick!
With signs, smiles, and lots of excitement, our Mustangs showed just how grateful we are for the dedication, patience, and care our drivers bring every single day. From early mornings to challenging weather and everything in between, they go above and beyond to keep our students safe.
Thank you for all that you do~ we appreciate you more than words can say!
What a great way to start the day at Mather Elementary! This morning, our students lined both sides of Elm Avenue to cheer on and celebrate our amazing bus drivers: Jeff, Chris, Kevin, and Rick!
With signs, smiles, and lots of excitement, our Mustangs showed just how grateful we are for the dedication, patience, and care our drivers bring every single day. From early mornings to challenging weather and everything in between, they go above and beyond to keep our students safe.
Thank you for all that you do~ we appreciate you more than words can say!
Thank You- Community Organizations- for a Wonderful Health Fair!
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make our Health Fair such a success for our Pre-K through 5th grade students! A special shout-out to Nurse Amy for her incredible work organizing such a meaningful event.
From planning and organizing to presenting and supporting our students, we truly appreciate the time, effort, and care that went into creating such a meaningful and engaging experience. Our students had a great time learning about healthy habits and wellness in fun and interactive ways!
We are so grateful for our amazing staff, community partners, and volunteers who made this event possible. 💙
Thank you for supporting the health and well-being of our Mather Mustangs!
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Hayden Bayer!
Hayden Bayer is the daughter of Danielle Kolbus and Rich Bayer. Throughout high school, she has been an active member of the school community. She has been on the volleyball, basketball, track, softball, golf, and tennis teams. She has also been involved in the yearbook, Youth in Government, and student council. She has received a Volleyball All Conference Second Team award and has been on the Honor Roll. Her favorite high school memory is of winning the volleyball district tournament in her junior year. She plans to attend Bay Community College for a few semesters and then continue her education in South Carolina.
Hayden Bayer is the daughter of Danielle Kolbus and Rich Bayer. Throughout high school, she has been an active member of the school community. She has been on the volleyball, basketball, track, softball, golf, and tennis teams. She has also been involved in the yearbook, Youth in Government, and student council. She has received a Volleyball All Conference Second Team award and has been on the Honor Roll. Her favorite high school memory is of winning the volleyball district tournament in her junior year. She plans to attend Bay Community College for a few semesters and then continue her education in South Carolina.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Rylee Beauchaine!
Rylee Beauchaine is the daughter of Jeffrey and Cheri Beauchaine. She has been involved in Drama Club and the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Throughout high school, she has received recognition for her art. Her favorite high school memory is of “irritating” Mrs. Ludecke all throughout school. Rylee plans to attend college to become a veterinarian. So far, she has nursed nine wild animals back to health.
Rylee Beauchaine is the daughter of Jeffrey and Cheri Beauchaine. She has been involved in Drama Club and the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Throughout high school, she has received recognition for her art. Her favorite high school memory is of “irritating” Mrs. Ludecke all throughout school. Rylee plans to attend college to become a veterinarian. So far, she has nursed nine wild animals back to health.
Bus Driver Appreciation Day at MPS!
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who help start and end our students’ days with care and dedication.
A special THANK YOU to Jeff, Chris, Kevin, and Rick!
From navigating challenging weather and road conditions to managing the many dynamics that come with student transportation, your patience, commitment, and heart do not go unnoticed. You play such an important role in keeping our students safe and supported every single day.
We are so grateful for all that you do for our Mustangs!
Today we celebrate the incredible individuals who help start and end our students’ days with care and dedication.
A special THANK YOU to Jeff, Chris, Kevin, and Rick!
From navigating challenging weather and road conditions to managing the many dynamics that come with student transportation, your patience, commitment, and heart do not go unnoticed. You play such an important role in keeping our students safe and supported every single day.
We are so grateful for all that you do for our Mustangs!
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Sage Anderson!
Sage Anderson is the daughter of Brock and Krissy Anderson. She has been involved in volleyball, yearbook, student council, and National Honor Society. While in high school she was on the honor roll and received the Excellence in Education award. Her favorite high school memory is of her Spanish 2 class. Sage will be attending Bay Community College this fall for paramedic school.
Sage Anderson is the daughter of Brock and Krissy Anderson. She has been involved in volleyball, yearbook, student council, and National Honor Society. While in high school she was on the honor roll and received the Excellence in Education award. Her favorite high school memory is of her Spanish 2 class. Sage will be attending Bay Community College this fall for paramedic school.
MPS would like to honor the graduating class of 2026! Congratulations to Dylan Adkinson!
Dylan is the son of Jennifer and Richard Adkinson. He has been involved in many sports, including cross-country, track, football, basketball, and tennis. He has participated in quiz bowl, key club, yearbook, and is a member of the National Honor Society and student council. Throughout high school, he was on the honor roll and received many sports and academic awards. His favorite high school memory is of when he went to the Breslin to watch the boys basketball team at their state championship. Dylan plans to attend the Michigan Technological University for a degree in general engineering.
Dylan is the son of Jennifer and Richard Adkinson. He has been involved in many sports, including cross-country, track, football, basketball, and tennis. He has participated in quiz bowl, key club, yearbook, and is a member of the National Honor Society and student council. Throughout high school, he was on the honor roll and received many sports and academic awards. His favorite high school memory is of when he went to the Breslin to watch the boys basketball team at their state championship. Dylan plans to attend the Michigan Technological University for a degree in general engineering.
Mather Elementary is proud to recognize Samara Brewer as our Student of the Week!
Congratulations to Ben and his parents!
M-STEP Week at Mather!
Our 3rd and 4th grade students will be taking the M-STEP assessment this week! We are so proud of all the hard work they’ve put in and are excited for them to show what they know.
Families, you can help set them up for success by making sure your child:
Gets a good night’s rest
Arrives at school on time
Has a healthy breakfast
Your support makes a big difference! Let’s encourage our Mustangs to do their best and shine.
Our 3rd and 4th grade students will be taking the M-STEP assessment this week! We are so proud of all the hard work they’ve put in and are excited for them to show what they know.
Families, you can help set them up for success by making sure your child:
Gets a good night’s rest
Arrives at school on time
Has a healthy breakfast
Your support makes a big difference! Let’s encourage our Mustangs to do their best and shine.
MUNISING PUBLIC SCHOOLS INVITES PARENTS, STAFF, AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO COME TOMORROW, FRIDAY 4/24 TO MEET MRS. MICHELLE PAUL, THE DISTRICT'S NEXT SUPERINTENDENT FROM 3:00-6:00PM AT THE MUNISING SCHOOL PUBLIC LIBRARY. THERE WILL BE TREATS & BEVERAGES. MRS. PAUL WILL OFFICIALLY ASSUME THE ROLE ON JULY 1ST.
Our kindergarten class had an unforgettable trip to the Children’s Museum in Marquette yesterday, and it truly was a day filled with adventure, curiosity, and fun from start to finish. The students were full of excitement as they explored the hands-on exhibits, discovering new ways to learn through play, creativity, and imagination.
From interactive science displays to imaginative play areas, every corner of the museum offered something new to explore. The children especially loved working together, asking questions, and trying new activities that sparked their curiosity and encouraged problem-solving. It was wonderful to see their faces light up with joy as they made new discoveries and shared those moments with their classmates.
A day like this would not have been possible without the support and dedication of so many wonderful people. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the parents and volunteers who helped make this trip smooth, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. Your time and effort made a big difference.
We would also like to give a special thank you to Mrs. VanBuren, Ms. Campbell, and Mrs. Rusmisel for their guidance, organization, and care throughout the day. Their enthusiasm and commitment to creating meaningful learning experiences helped make this trip truly special.
By the end of the day, the students returned with happy hearts, tired feet, and many stories to tell. It was a memorable experience that combined learning and laughter in the best possible way, and one that will surely be remembered for a long time.
From interactive science displays to imaginative play areas, every corner of the museum offered something new to explore. The children especially loved working together, asking questions, and trying new activities that sparked their curiosity and encouraged problem-solving. It was wonderful to see their faces light up with joy as they made new discoveries and shared those moments with their classmates.
A day like this would not have been possible without the support and dedication of so many wonderful people. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the parents and volunteers who helped make this trip smooth, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. Your time and effort made a big difference.
We would also like to give a special thank you to Mrs. VanBuren, Ms. Campbell, and Mrs. Rusmisel for their guidance, organization, and care throughout the day. Their enthusiasm and commitment to creating meaningful learning experiences helped make this trip truly special.
By the end of the day, the students returned with happy hearts, tired feet, and many stories to tell. It was a memorable experience that combined learning and laughter in the best possible way, and one that will surely be remembered for a long time.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Today we celebrate the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep Munising Public Schools running smoothly each and every day.
We are so grateful for the dedication, care, and heart of:
✨ Mrs. Heribacka
✨ Mrs. Uehlein
✨ Mrs. Berube
✨ Mrs. Goings
✨ Mrs. Wing
✨ Mrs. Anderson
✨ Nurse Amy
Your kindness, organization, and unwavering support make a difference for our students, staff, and families every single day. You are truly the heartbeat of our schools.
Thank you for all you do! We appreciate you more than words can express!
Today we celebrate the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep Munising Public Schools running smoothly each and every day.
We are so grateful for the dedication, care, and heart of:
✨ Mrs. Heribacka
✨ Mrs. Uehlein
✨ Mrs. Berube
✨ Mrs. Goings
✨ Mrs. Wing
✨ Mrs. Anderson
✨ Nurse Amy
Your kindness, organization, and unwavering support make a difference for our students, staff, and families every single day. You are truly the heartbeat of our schools.
Thank you for all you do! We appreciate you more than words can express!
Fall Football for 5th & 6th Graders!
We are excited to share that Munising will be offering a 5th and 6th Grade Tackle Football Team for Fall 2026!
This is a great opportunity for our students to build teamwork, confidence, and school pride while learning the game of football.
If your child is interested in participating, please reach out to:
5mstangs6@gmail.com
Coaches are currently gathering interest to begin planning for the season, including jersey orders. Please include your child’s weight, shirt size, and preferred jersey number (not guaranteed) in your email.
We look forward to seeing our Mustangs take the field!
We are excited to share that Munising will be offering a 5th and 6th Grade Tackle Football Team for Fall 2026!
This is a great opportunity for our students to build teamwork, confidence, and school pride while learning the game of football.
If your child is interested in participating, please reach out to:
5mstangs6@gmail.com
Coaches are currently gathering interest to begin planning for the season, including jersey orders. Please include your child’s weight, shirt size, and preferred jersey number (not guaranteed) in your email.
We look forward to seeing our Mustangs take the field!
M-STEP Testing Has Begun!
Our students in grades 3–5 started M-STEP this week! We are so proud of their hard work and encourage them to do their best and show what they know.
Families can help by making sure students:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive on time and ready to learn
Let’s support our Mustangs as they shine!
Our students in grades 3–5 started M-STEP this week! We are so proud of their hard work and encourage them to do their best and show what they know.
Families can help by making sure students:
Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a healthy breakfast
Arrive on time and ready to learn
Let’s support our Mustangs as they shine!
Daykamp 2026 is coming!
Looking for a fun and engaging summer option for your child? Daykamp runs June 15 – August 21 (Monday -Friday) for ages 5–12!
Sign-ups begin April 17 at the APRD Office
For more info: kimidaykamp@gmail.com
Don’t miss out on a summer full of fun, learning, and adventure!
Looking for a fun and engaging summer option for your child? Daykamp runs June 15 – August 21 (Monday -Friday) for ages 5–12!
Sign-ups begin April 17 at the APRD Office
For more info: kimidaykamp@gmail.com
Don’t miss out on a summer full of fun, learning, and adventure!
Congratulations to Ethan Nachazel on an incredible achievement at the Boston Marathon! Finishing with an outstanding time of 2:35:44 and earning an impressive 666th out of 16,336 Males & 696th place out of 29,020 overall- finish is a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and athletic excellence.
Running the Boston Marathon is an accomplishment in itself, qualifying, training, and competing at such a high level requires unwavering commitment. Ethan’s performance reflects not only his physical endurance, but also his mental toughness and determination to push beyond limits.
We are incredibly proud of Ethan for representing our community with such strength and pride. His achievement is an inspiration to our students and staff, reminding us all of what can be accomplished through hard work, goal setting, and never giving up.
Way to go, Ethan! Mather is cheering you on every step of the way!
Running the Boston Marathon is an accomplishment in itself, qualifying, training, and competing at such a high level requires unwavering commitment. Ethan’s performance reflects not only his physical endurance, but also his mental toughness and determination to push beyond limits.
We are incredibly proud of Ethan for representing our community with such strength and pride. His achievement is an inspiration to our students and staff, reminding us all of what can be accomplished through hard work, goal setting, and never giving up.
Way to go, Ethan! Mather is cheering you on every step of the way!
MATHER ELEMENTARY FACILITIES PICS OF THE WEEK (APRIL 20) - VOTE MAY 5, 2026 ON THE MPS SINKING FUND BALLOT PROPOSAL. "Did you know that boilers at Mather are 33 years old which is 13 years beyond the life span rating. Since the boilers are analog (not computerized) they must be monitored and adjusted daily by hand and parts are incredibly difficult to find and often must be ordered from E-bay. Did you know that some portions of Mather still employ the use of knob and tube wiring. K&T wiring which is uninsurable in the residential setting, is an obsolete, early 1900s electrical system consisting of single-strand copper wires, ceramic knobs, and protective tubes. Did you know that some rooms and spaces at Mather are no longer usable due to the presence of leaking water which sustains moisture and mold. Did you know that Mather does NOT have functioning ventilation which was decommissioned in 1993? There is no fresh air exchange at Mather and the lack of fresh oxygenated air is known to impact the learning and health of students and staff. Learn more at https://munisingmi.sites.thrillshare.com/o/munising-public-schools/page/sinking-fund-2026
Congratulations to Landyn and his family!
