Secret Staff Dress-Up Day was a success at Mather Elementary! Twins and triplets were out in full force, bringing lots of laughs, creativity, and school spirit to the day. It was fun seeing so many matching teams around the building!
Congratulations to Waverly, daughter of Emily Kordish & Randy Becker- Mather's Student of the Week!
Wheel of Misfortune Week at Mather
From finding 3 Declans, 4 Amelias and 3 Noras… to creating secret handshakes, silly dances, hallway challenges, and unforgettable moments of laughter - our students and staff fully embraced the fun during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!
What started as a few silly challenges quickly turned into a week filled with teamwork, smiles, school spirit, and memories our students will be talking about for a long time. Watching teachers and students laugh together, encourage one another, and step outside their comfort zones reminded us just how special the Mather community truly is.
Thank you to our incredible teachers and staff for being such great sports and for everything you do each and every day for our students.
And thank you to our amazing Student Leadership Team for delivering treats and appreciation throughout the week!
From finding 3 Declans, 4 Amelias and 3 Noras… to creating secret handshakes, silly dances, hallway challenges, and unforgettable moments of laughter - our students and staff fully embraced the fun during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!
What started as a few silly challenges quickly turned into a week filled with teamwork, smiles, school spirit, and memories our students will be talking about for a long time. Watching teachers and students laugh together, encourage one another, and step outside their comfort zones reminded us just how special the Mather community truly is.
Thank you to our incredible teachers and staff for being such great sports and for everything you do each and every day for our students.
And thank you to our amazing Student Leadership Team for delivering treats and appreciation throughout the week!
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Jacob Holmes-Niven!
Jacob Holmes-Niven is the son of Gabriel Niven and Jennifer Holmes. He has been a member of the football and wrestling teams. Jacob plans to join the local workforce after graduation.
Jacob Holmes-Niven is the son of Gabriel Niven and Jennifer Holmes. He has been a member of the football and wrestling teams. Jacob plans to join the local workforce after graduation.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Kristin Joyner!
Kristin Joyner is the daughter of Charlie and Starr Rasmussen. She has been a member of the volleyball, softball, track, basketball, and competitive cheer teams. She has received both an honorable mention and a Second Team All Conference award for softball. Her favorite high school memory is of her and her sister playing softball together. Kristin plans to pursue a nursing degree at Bay College.
Kristin Joyner is the daughter of Charlie and Starr Rasmussen. She has been a member of the volleyball, softball, track, basketball, and competitive cheer teams. She has received both an honorable mention and a Second Team All Conference award for softball. Her favorite high school memory is of her and her sister playing softball together. Kristin plans to pursue a nursing degree at Bay College.
Next week is Fine Arts Week! Save the dates to come and see our talented student artists and performers!
Save the date for a FUN fundraiser for the Senior All Nighter! The public is welcome to join our staff and students outside the school as we Soak a Senior!
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Natalie Hermann!
Natalie Hermann is the daughter of Mark Hermann and Stephanie Graves. She is drawn to intense, meaningful things but really craves a simple, calm life. She has been an active member of Youth in Government, the sideline cheer team, Drama Club, Robotics, and the Yearbook. Her favorite high school memory is of any time she has spent in the art room. Natalie plans to attend Bay College to become an art teacher.
Natalie Hermann is the daughter of Mark Hermann and Stephanie Graves. She is drawn to intense, meaningful things but really craves a simple, calm life. She has been an active member of Youth in Government, the sideline cheer team, Drama Club, Robotics, and the Yearbook. Her favorite high school memory is of any time she has spent in the art room. Natalie plans to attend Bay College to become an art teacher.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Caiden Curtis!
Caiden Curtis is the son of Randy Curtis & Dana Steinhoff. He has been involved in basketball, tennis & track and has been on the honor roll throughout high school. Caiden plans to attend trades school focusing on electrical work.
Caiden Curtis is the son of Randy Curtis & Dana Steinhoff. He has been involved in basketball, tennis & track and has been on the honor roll throughout high school. Caiden plans to attend trades school focusing on electrical work.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Tristin Hauler!
Tristin Hauler is the daughter of Renee Dowd and Jason Hauler. She has been a member of the volleyball and track teams, as well as the honor roll. Her favorite high school memory is of prom her junior year. Tristan plans to attend Central Michigan University to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Internal Relations and become an investigative journalist.
Tristin Hauler is the daughter of Renee Dowd and Jason Hauler. She has been a member of the volleyball and track teams, as well as the honor roll. Her favorite high school memory is of prom her junior year. Tristan plans to attend Central Michigan University to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Internal Relations and become an investigative journalist.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Damion Hase!
Damion Hase is the son of Bill Hase and Victoria Nava. He has been a member of the football and wrestling teams. His favorite high school memory is of his ninth grade woods and metals class. Damion plans to complete an apprenticeship and become a local 8 iron worker.
Damion Hase is the son of Bill Hase and Victoria Nava. He has been a member of the football and wrestling teams. His favorite high school memory is of his ninth grade woods and metals class. Damion plans to complete an apprenticeship and become a local 8 iron worker.
Wheel of (Not So) Misfortune – Teacher Appreciation Fun!
Some of our amazing Mather teachers dressed up like their students today & took a spin on the Wheel of (Not So) Misfortune… and let’s just say—their fate was sealed!
Mrs. Johnson (2nd Grade) was challenged to bring back 3 Declans in 3 minutes… and with the help of her students, she crushed it in 1 minute 33 seconds! (Two Declans were in the same class;)
Mrs. VanBuren (Kindergarten) had to hum 3 different tunes and get her students to guess them correctly- challenge accepted and completed!
Mr. Johnson- our other 2nd grade teacher- was sent on a mission to find 4 other Johnsons in the building in 4 minutes… and with teamwork, he completed it in 2 minutes 41 seconds!
The laughter, teamwork, and school spirit were unmatched. What a fun way to celebrate our incredible staff!
Thank you, Mather teachers, for bringing the energy, joy, and heart every single day
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MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Adia Hallford!
Adia Hallford is the daughter of Shandy St. Martin and Daven Hallford. She has been involved in the school’s band and Drama Club. Her favorite high school memory is of filming a Backyardigans video for Mrs. Gaynor’s class. Adia plans to take a gap year after graduating before attending cosmetology school.
Adia Hallford is the daughter of Shandy St. Martin and Daven Hallford. She has been involved in the school’s band and Drama Club. Her favorite high school memory is of filming a Backyardigans video for Mrs. Gaynor’s class. Adia plans to take a gap year after graduating before attending cosmetology school.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Layla Gould!
Layla Gould is the daughter of Travis Gould and Malana Langley. She has participated in the school’s poetry and individual art programs. She has been a member of the school newspaper and Youth in Government. Layla wants to enter the workforce after high school.
Layla Gould is the daughter of Travis Gould and Malana Langley. She has participated in the school’s poetry and individual art programs. She has been a member of the school newspaper and Youth in Government. Layla wants to enter the workforce after high school.
Parents of Mather 5th Grade Class-You’re Invited – 5th Grade D.A.R.E. Graduation!
Mather families, we are excited to celebrate our 5th grade students as they complete the D.A.R.E. program!
Friday, May 8
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 Mather Elementary
Parents and families are warmly invited to attend and help us recognize our students for their hard work, commitment, and growth throughout this important program.
We are so proud of our 5th graders and all they have accomplished!
Mather families, we are excited to celebrate our 5th grade students as they complete the D.A.R.E. program!
Friday, May 8
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 Mather Elementary
Parents and families are warmly invited to attend and help us recognize our students for their hard work, commitment, and growth throughout this important program.
We are so proud of our 5th graders and all they have accomplished!
M-STEP continues at Mather...
Poetry Night at Mather ✨🎤
A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support our Poetry Night! What an incredible evening filled with creativity, courage, and student voice.
Our young poets truly shined as they shared their words, stories, and talents. We are so proud of each student who participated—you inspired us all!
Thank you to our families, staff, and community members for showing up, encouraging our students, and helping make the night so special. Your support means everything.
A special thank you to the Dolaskie family and Gallery Coffee for hosting us and creating such a welcoming space for our students to shine.
And a huge shoutout to Mrs. Wing, Ms. Martin, and Ms. Amy for all of your help in making this event such a success—we appreciate you!
Mather is full of talent, heart, and creativity!
A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support our Poetry Night! What an incredible evening filled with creativity, courage, and student voice.
Our young poets truly shined as they shared their words, stories, and talents. We are so proud of each student who participated—you inspired us all!
Thank you to our families, staff, and community members for showing up, encouraging our students, and helping make the night so special. Your support means everything.
A special thank you to the Dolaskie family and Gallery Coffee for hosting us and creating such a welcoming space for our students to shine.
And a huge shoutout to Mrs. Wing, Ms. Martin, and Ms. Amy for all of your help in making this event such a success—we appreciate you!
Mather is full of talent, heart, and creativity!
Interested in joining Girl Scouts? See the attached flyer.
MPS would like to honor our graduating class of 2026! Congratulations Sierra Dyer
Sierra Dyer is the daughter of David and Kerry Dyer. She has been a member of the jazz band, drama club, and Youth in Government. Sierra has received recognition for her GPA and active participation. Her favorite high school memory is of the Youth in Government trip down to Lansing. She will attend Bay Community College for nursing and earn her associates degree.
Sierra Dyer is the daughter of David and Kerry Dyer. She has been a member of the jazz band, drama club, and Youth in Government. Sierra has received recognition for her GPA and active participation. Her favorite high school memory is of the Youth in Government trip down to Lansing. She will attend Bay Community College for nursing and earn her associates degree.
