MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Hudson Rockhill!
Hudson Rockhill is the son of Mike and Brittany Rockhill. He was a member of the basketball, golf, and wrestling teams. His favorite high school memory is of having lunch with his friends. Hudson’s plan after high school is to make money.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Madelyn Richardson!
Madelyn Richardson is the daughter of John and Melissa Richardson. She has been a part of the tennis, cross-country, track, softball, golf, and basketball teams. She was involved in Youth in Government and the school’s peer to peer program. She also interned at both the transition center and the hospital. She has been on the honor roll and was awarded both the JMG Excellence in Youth Leadership award and an All UP Tennis Honorable Mention. Her favorite high school memories are of helping to rebuild the tennis program and being a peer. Madelyn will attend Northern Michigan University to receive her masters degree in occupational therapy and will then get a job in pediatric occupational therapy.
Madelyn Richardson is the daughter of John and Melissa Richardson. She has been a part of the tennis, cross-country, track, softball, golf, and basketball teams. She was involved in Youth in Government and the school’s peer to peer program. She also interned at both the transition center and the hospital. She has been on the honor roll and was awarded both the JMG Excellence in Youth Leadership award and an All UP Tennis Honorable Mention. Her favorite high school memories are of helping to rebuild the tennis program and being a peer. Madelyn will attend Northern Michigan University to receive her masters degree in occupational therapy and will then get a job in pediatric occupational therapy.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Carter Rautanen!
Carter Rautanen is the son of Heather MacArthur and Jared Rautanen. He has been on the basketball and tennis teams for four years and was involved in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. He has won academic awards, a Mr. Hustler basketball award, and has been on the Honor Roll. His favorite high school memory is of playing basketball with his best friends. Carter plans to attend Central Michigan University.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Gavin Radloff!
Gavin Radloff is the son of Ryan Radloff and Alissa Bartol. He has been on the basketball team and enjoys fishing. His favorite high school memory is of being on the basketball team with his friends. He appreciates all his friends and the memories he has made throughout the school year. Gavin plans to pursue a career in the fishing industry.
Gavin Radloff is the son of Ryan Radloff and Alissa Bartol. He has been on the basketball team and enjoys fishing. His favorite high school memory is of being on the basketball team with his friends. He appreciates all his friends and the memories he has made throughout the school year. Gavin plans to pursue a career in the fishing industry.
Congratulations to Athena and her father!
Hat Day is THIS Friday, May 22nd at Mather Elementary!
For just $1.00, students can wear their favorite hat to school while helping support our Mather Activity Fund!
All proceeds help provide:
✨ Student projects
✨ School events
✨ Field trips
✨ Fun opportunities for our Mather Mustangs
Thank you for supporting our students and helping make Mather such a special place!
For just $1.00, students can wear their favorite hat to school while helping support our Mather Activity Fund!
All proceeds help provide:
✨ Student projects
✨ School events
✨ Field trips
✨ Fun opportunities for our Mather Mustangs
Thank you for supporting our students and helping make Mather such a special place!
Save the date for this awesome display of student talent in a beautiful venue! All are welcome!
Congratulations to Mather Elementary's Student of the Week Paisley Lynch!
Tutoring Program Reminder
Dear Mather Families,
Please note that the week of May 18th–22nd will be the final week of our after-school tutoring program for the 2025–2026 school year.
We would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our dedicated teachers, as well as our amazing Junior National Honor Society and National Honor Society student volunteers, for the time, support, and encouragement they provided throughout the year. Their commitment helped make a positive difference for so many of our students.
Thank you to our families for your continued support and partnership. We are proud of the growth and hard work our students have shown this year!
Dear Mather Families,
Please note that the week of May 18th–22nd will be the final week of our after-school tutoring program for the 2025–2026 school year.
We would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our dedicated teachers, as well as our amazing Junior National Honor Society and National Honor Society student volunteers, for the time, support, and encouragement they provided throughout the year. Their commitment helped make a positive difference for so many of our students.
Thank you to our families for your continued support and partnership. We are proud of the growth and hard work our students have shown this year!
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Tamryn Nolan!
Tamryn Nolan is the daughter of Tom and Amie Nolan. She was on the tennis and volleyball teams. She was a member of the Student Council, National Honor Society, Key Club, and yearbook. She received the Excellence in Education award, an All U.P. Honorable Mention in tennis for both her junior and senior year, was on the Honor Roll all four years of high school, and was the tennis team captain her senior year.Her favorite high school memory is of going down to the Breslin to watch the boys basketball State Finals. Tamryn will attend Bay College to study radiology. She will complete two years of schooling at Bay College before finishing her education at a four year university.
Tamryn Nolan is the daughter of Tom and Amie Nolan. She was on the tennis and volleyball teams. She was a member of the Student Council, National Honor Society, Key Club, and yearbook. She received the Excellence in Education award, an All U.P. Honorable Mention in tennis for both her junior and senior year, was on the Honor Roll all four years of high school, and was the tennis team captain her senior year.Her favorite high school memory is of going down to the Breslin to watch the boys basketball State Finals. Tamryn will attend Bay College to study radiology. She will complete two years of schooling at Bay College before finishing her education at a four year university.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Michael Newman!
Michael Newman is the son of Sonya Calica and William Newman. During high school, he enjoyed learned about coding with his family. His favorite high school memory is of science camp. Michael plans to attend culinary school after graduation.
Want to be a substitute teacher? We would love for you to join our team! Check out this upcoming hiring event!
MPS TRANSPORTATION NOTICE - FRIDAY, MAY 15TH - PM BUS RUN
This afternoon we will be operating with 3 buses due to a planned driver absence. Shingleton area and the tail end of the Frog bus route can expect delayed drop offs possibly 30 minutes or more depending on the number of riders. Refer to the route sheet below for more information.
This afternoon we will be operating with 3 buses due to a planned driver absence. Shingleton area and the tail end of the Frog bus route can expect delayed drop offs possibly 30 minutes or more depending on the number of riders. Refer to the route sheet below for more information.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Avery Murk!
Avery Murk is the son of Travis and Sarah Murk. He was on the football, wrestling, basketball, track, and golf teams. He has received multiple awards for his involvement in sports. His favorite high school memory is of Mr. Davis’ class. Avery plans to earn his CDL and become a truck driver.
Avery Murk is the son of Travis and Sarah Murk. He was on the football, wrestling, basketball, track, and golf teams. He has received multiple awards for his involvement in sports. His favorite high school memory is of Mr. Davis’ class. Avery plans to earn his CDL and become a truck driver.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 20626! Congratulations Ember Morrison!
Ember Morrison is the daughter of Chad and Jennifer Morrison. She has been involved in the National Honor Society, the volleyball team, and completed an internship at the Alger County Sheriff Department. Her favorite high school memory is of Mr. Miles’ woods class and Mr. Burtis’ middle school basketball team. Ember was a District Champion in volleyball her sophomore year and she has been on the honor roll with a GPA of 3.5 or higher for all four years of high school.
Ember Morrison is the daughter of Chad and Jennifer Morrison. She has been involved in the National Honor Society, the volleyball team, and completed an internship at the Alger County Sheriff Department. Her favorite high school memory is of Mr. Miles’ woods class and Mr. Burtis’ middle school basketball team. Ember was a District Champion in volleyball her sophomore year and she has been on the honor roll with a GPA of 3.5 or higher for all four years of high school.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Wyatt Merryman!
Wyatt Merryman is the son of Monica and Cory Merryman. He has been involved in, in his own words, “way too many games" while in high school. Wyatt plans to join the workforce after graduation.
Wyatt Merryman is the son of Monica and Cory Merryman. He has been involved in, in his own words, “way too many games" while in high school. Wyatt plans to join the workforce after graduation.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Ian McNally!
Ian McNally is the son of Brandy Davis and Matt McNally. Throughout high school he has enjoyed traveling to places he has never been. Ian plans to go to college after graduation.
Ian McNally is the son of Brandy Davis and Matt McNally. Throughout high school he has enjoyed traveling to places he has never been. Ian plans to go to college after graduation.
Spring Band Concert – Featuring MSHS Students!
Join us for a wonderful evening of music as our talented MSHS Band performs for the Mather community!
Thursday, May 14
5:30 – 7:30 PM
William G. Mather Elementary School Auditorium
Be sure to stop by the Art Show in the gymnasium, open until 8:30 PM, to celebrate the incredible creativity of our students!
We hope you can join us for a night of music, art, and community!
Join us for a wonderful evening of music as our talented MSHS Band performs for the Mather community!
Thursday, May 14
5:30 – 7:30 PM
William G. Mather Elementary School Auditorium
Be sure to stop by the Art Show in the gymnasium, open until 8:30 PM, to celebrate the incredible creativity of our students!
We hope you can join us for a night of music, art, and community!
Thank You, Mather Community!
What an incredible afternoon celebrating our talented Mather Mustangs!
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing parents, families, friends, and community members who came out to support our students at the Spring Concert & Art Show. Your presence made the event truly special and meaningful for our children.
We are so proud of our students for their hard work, creativity, and courage to perform and share their talents!
A very special thank you to Mrs. Gaunt and Mrs. Sontag for their dedication, passion, and countless hours spent preparing our students. Because of you, our school was filled with music, creativity, and joy!
And thank you to all of our teachers and staff who supported this event and helped make it such a success- we appreciate you!
This is what makes Mather so special~ our strong, supportive community.
What an incredible afternoon celebrating our talented Mather Mustangs!
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing parents, families, friends, and community members who came out to support our students at the Spring Concert & Art Show. Your presence made the event truly special and meaningful for our children.
We are so proud of our students for their hard work, creativity, and courage to perform and share their talents!
A very special thank you to Mrs. Gaunt and Mrs. Sontag for their dedication, passion, and countless hours spent preparing our students. Because of you, our school was filled with music, creativity, and joy!
And thank you to all of our teachers and staff who supported this event and helped make it such a success- we appreciate you!
This is what makes Mather so special~ our strong, supportive community.
May 2026 Pony Express- Here is what's going on at Mather!
