A Special Thank You!
We are incredibly grateful to Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours of Munising for their generous donation of children’s books to the Mather Elementary Library!
These wonderful books will help our students explore the history, wildlife, natural beauty, and stories of our Great Lakes and local area.
Thank you for supporting Mrs. Berube, our Mather Library, and our young readers! Your generosity is an investment in our students and our community.
We are incredibly grateful to Glass Bottom Shipwreck Tours of Munising for their generous donation of children’s books to the Mather Elementary Library!
These wonderful books will help our students explore the history, wildlife, natural beauty, and stories of our Great Lakes and local area.
Thank you for supporting Mrs. Berube, our Mather Library, and our young readers! Your generosity is an investment in our students and our community.
Fire Safety Comes to Life at Mather!
Yesterday, our Mather students from Pre-K through 5th grade had an incredible opportunity to learn about fire prevention, fire safety, and the important work of our local firefighters!
Students were able to interact with firefighters, explore the fire trucks and equipment, and even meet Smokey Bear! Our kindergarten students also had the extra-special experience of visiting and touring the firehouse.
A huge THANK YOU to Mrs. Murk, our very own 1st grade teacher and firefighter, for organizing this meaningful experience for our students! We are also incredibly grateful to the entire Fire Department team for giving their time, sharing their knowledge, and creating such an engaging, hands-on learning experience.
Experiences like this make a lasting impact-helping our students learn important safety skills while building connections with the people who serve and protect our community.
Thank you for investing in our Mather Mustangs!
Yesterday, our Mather students from Pre-K through 5th grade had an incredible opportunity to learn about fire prevention, fire safety, and the important work of our local firefighters!
Students were able to interact with firefighters, explore the fire trucks and equipment, and even meet Smokey Bear! Our kindergarten students also had the extra-special experience of visiting and touring the firehouse.
A huge THANK YOU to Mrs. Murk, our very own 1st grade teacher and firefighter, for organizing this meaningful experience for our students! We are also incredibly grateful to the entire Fire Department team for giving their time, sharing their knowledge, and creating such an engaging, hands-on learning experience.
Experiences like this make a lasting impact-helping our students learn important safety skills while building connections with the people who serve and protect our community.
Thank you for investing in our Mather Mustangs!
4th Grade Adventures on the Big Lake!
Our Mather 4th graders had an incredible opportunity to experience the beauty of our own backyard aboard a Pictured Rocks Cruise! Students spent the day exploring the stunning shoreline of Lake Superior and making memories with their classmates.
A very special THANK YOU to the Pictured Rocks Cruises family for generously donating this experience to all 4th grade students throughout Alger County. We are incredibly fortunate to have community partners who provide such meaningful opportunities for our students.
Thank you also to Mrs. Kelto, Ms. Martin, our staff, and volunteers who helped make this special day possible!
1st Grade Corn Maze Adventure!
Our 1st graders had a wonderful time exploring the corn maze this past Monday! It was a fun-filled day of adventure, learning, and making special memories with classmates.
A big thank you to Mrs. Murk and Mrs. LaFlamme for planning this experience and to all of our parent and family volunteers who helped make the field trip possible. We appreciate you!
Our 1st graders had a wonderful time exploring the corn maze this past Monday! It was a fun-filled day of adventure, learning, and making special memories with classmates.
A big thank you to Mrs. Murk and Mrs. LaFlamme for planning this experience and to all of our parent and family volunteers who helped make the field trip possible. We appreciate you!
Did you know?
Early attendance and early literacy grow side by side! Every Day Counts at school - reading, learning, and building the foundation for a bright future.
#UPAttendance #EveryDayCounts
Early attendance and early literacy grow side by side! Every Day Counts at school - reading, learning, and building the foundation for a bright future.
#UPAttendance #EveryDayCounts
Bus Safety at Mather Elementary!
Today, our Mather Mustangs participated in Bus Safety Training with Bus Driver Mr. Jeff!
Mr. Jeff walked students through important bus expectations and safety procedures, including how to ride safely, follow the driver’s directions, maintain an appropriate noise level, and safely exit the bus during an emergency.
Students also participated in an emergency evacuation simulation, giving them an opportunity to practice exactly what to do if an emergency were to occur.
A big THANK YOU to Mr. Jeff for taking the time to teach and practice these important skills with our students!
Safety first, Mustangs!
Today, our Mather Mustangs participated in Bus Safety Training with Bus Driver Mr. Jeff!
Mr. Jeff walked students through important bus expectations and safety procedures, including how to ride safely, follow the driver’s directions, maintain an appropriate noise level, and safely exit the bus during an emergency.
Students also participated in an emergency evacuation simulation, giving them an opportunity to practice exactly what to do if an emergency were to occur.
A big THANK YOU to Mr. Jeff for taking the time to teach and practice these important skills with our students!
Safety first, Mustangs!
Attention MS football and basketball parents and fans! Tomorrow's girls basketball game vs. Father Marquette will be played versus our 8th grade girls team only and Wednesday's MS football game vs. Newberry has been canceled.
Congratulations to Gordon and his parents!!
Introducing Mather Elementary- Student of the Week. Congratulations to Henry Lewis & his parents. Keep up the great work!
There is a special meeting of the Board of Education on Monday, October 5, starting at 6 pm.
There is a Board of Education Administrative, Finance & Personnel Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 6, starting at 5 pm.
Is your middle/high school student interested in e-sports? We are thrilled to announce the first-ever MARESA Cup, a free, full-day event for students in grades 6–12 from across the U.P. Students will spend the morning learning from real industry pros, enjoy a free lunch, and compete in an afternoon Smash tournament run by Michigan State University Esports, with an ROG Xbox Ally on the line. Please share with your students and families. See the flyer for more information.
School pictures for the middle/high school are Monday! We can't wait to see you those smiles!
Munising High School is looking for their next GOLF COACH! Apply today!
Congratulations to our Monthly Minga Point Leaders! These students earned the most Minga points from the school staff for showing great character: Service - Lennon Livermore, Leadership - Ethan Petersen, Responsibility - Mason St. Amour, Respect - Ari Uehlein, and Perseverance - Orin Shalom. Way to go!
Students and parents, share your thoughts and earn $25! UM is hosting focus groups to understand your experiences of school cellphone policies.Click here to sign up! http://tinyurl.com/micellphonestudy-focusgroups
Do you know what you want to study in college? Let Pathfinder help you figure it out!
The recently updated Pathfinder provides personalized career and education data to fit
your needs. Get started at Pathfinder.MiTalent.org. #College #Pathfinder #MiTalent
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your needs. Get started at Pathfinder.MiTalent.org. #College #Pathfinder #MiTalent
Important Update for Families:
Changes to Michigan Work Permits
Beginning October 2, 2026, the process for obtaining work permits for minors in Michigan is changing.
Currently, schools issue and revoke work permits. Under Public Act 196 of 2024, that responsibility will move to the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).
What families need to know:
• New online system: Minors and employers will use LEO’s free online registration system to apply for and process work permits.
• Ages 14–15: Work is permitted between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. from June 1 through Labor Day and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. the rest of the year.
• During the school year: Work is limited to 3 hours per day and 18 hours per week.
• When school is not in session: Minors may work up to 40 hours per week.
As the October 2 transition approaches, additional information about the new system will be available through Michigan LEO.
🔗 Helpful Resource
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity Youth Portal:
https://www.michigan.gov/leo/initiatives/youth-employment
Changes to Michigan Work Permits
Beginning October 2, 2026, the process for obtaining work permits for minors in Michigan is changing.
Currently, schools issue and revoke work permits. Under Public Act 196 of 2024, that responsibility will move to the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).
What families need to know:
• New online system: Minors and employers will use LEO’s free online registration system to apply for and process work permits.
• Ages 14–15: Work is permitted between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. from June 1 through Labor Day and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. the rest of the year.
• During the school year: Work is limited to 3 hours per day and 18 hours per week.
• When school is not in session: Minors may work up to 40 hours per week.
As the October 2 transition approaches, additional information about the new system will be available through Michigan LEO.
🔗 Helpful Resource
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity Youth Portal:
https://www.michigan.gov/leo/initiatives/youth-employment
Lets unite Alger County once again for a great cause and help us raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer and breast cancer! Please join us at our next home varsity football game on Saturday, October 10th at 7pm vs. Superior Central, which has been officially designated as the Rose Gold on the Gridiron game! Please wear pink and gold! Raffles and spirit items will be on sale with all funds going to Senya's Lighthouse, a non-profit organization supporting UP families battling childhood cancer.
Orange Shirt Day Reminder
Tomorrow, Mather students and staff are encouraged to wear orange in recognition of Orange Shirt Day.
We wear orange to honor Indigenous children who were taken from their families and communities and sent to residential/boarding schools, to remember those who never returned home, and to recognize survivors, their families, and their communities.
Every Child Matters.
Tomorrow, Mather students and staff are encouraged to wear orange in recognition of Orange Shirt Day.
We wear orange to honor Indigenous children who were taken from their families and communities and sent to residential/boarding schools, to remember those who never returned home, and to recognize survivors, their families, and their communities.
Every Child Matters.
