Welcome Back, Mather Mustangs!
The start of a new school year is almost here, and we can't wait to welcome our students and families back to Mather Elementary!
Student Registration
Monday, August 17 – Thursday, August 20
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mather Elementary Office
Open House
Tuesday, September 1
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Join us to meet your teacher, drop off school supplies, explore your classroom, and get excited for a wonderful school year!
Kindergarten Registration
Thursday, September 3
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
To help provide families with dedicated time to meet with their child's teacher, please arrive according to your child's last name:
🟠 A–J: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
🔵 K–Z: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Our kindergarten teachers look forward to meeting our newest Mustangs and their families!
The official first day of school for students is Tuesday, September 8!
We look forward to welcoming all of our Mather families and kicking off another fantastic school year together.
MPS is looking for special education paraprofessional aides at both the elementary and middle/high school buildings! Apply today!!
Attention Middle School Students and Parents!! Middle School athletics begin MONDAY, AUGUST 17TH! Please check out the individual sports start times below! A sports physical is required to participate and new student athletes are welcome to join!
Just a reminder- Mather Elementary Summer School Begins This Thursday Aug 6th!
We're excited to welcome our students back for Summer School, beginning Thursday, August 6!
August 6 – August 19 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
William G. Mather Elementary
Grades K–5
If you received an invitation and enrollment form or have already signed up, we look forward to seeing you!
If your child would benefit from additional support in reading and mathematics and you haven't registered yet, there may still be space available. Please contact the Mather Elementary office at (906) 387-2102 as soon as possible to inquire.
We're excited to welcome our students back for Summer School, beginning Thursday, August 6!
August 6 – August 19 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
William G. Mather Elementary
Grades K–5
If you received an invitation and enrollment form or have already signed up, we look forward to seeing you!
If your child would benefit from additional support in reading and mathematics and you haven't registered yet, there may still be space available. Please contact the Mather Elementary office at (906) 387-2102 as soon as possible to inquire.
High School Fall Sports are starting soon! Looking to join a team? Check out our first week of practice start times! Don't forget your sports physical! New team members are welcome!
Starting August 1st all fall sports are on a preseason downtime until their first day of practice. Only voluntary conditioning and weightlifting can occur. Open gyms for fall sports will not be held.
Now Enrolling for FREE GSRP Preschool!
Give your child a great start at William G. Mather Elementary! Our FREE GSRP Preschool offers a 4-day, full-day program (Monday–Thursday) where children learn, play, explore, and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.
🍎 Certified Early Childhood Teachers
📚 Hands-on Learning
🎨 Early Literacy & Math
❤️ Social-Emotional Development
🎒 Kindergarten Readiness
Enrollment is now open for the 2026–2027 school year!
William G. Mather Elementary
(906) 387-2102
👉 Apply today: https://www.maresa.org/services/early-childhood/gsrp/
We can't wait to welcome our newest Little Mustangs
Give your child a great start at William G. Mather Elementary! Our FREE GSRP Preschool offers a 4-day, full-day program (Monday–Thursday) where children learn, play, explore, and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.
🍎 Certified Early Childhood Teachers
📚 Hands-on Learning
🎨 Early Literacy & Math
❤️ Social-Emotional Development
🎒 Kindergarten Readiness
Enrollment is now open for the 2026–2027 school year!
William G. Mather Elementary
(906) 387-2102
👉 Apply today: https://www.maresa.org/services/early-childhood/gsrp/
We can't wait to welcome our newest Little Mustangs
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There's Still Time!
It's not too late to have your child screened for Preschool or Kindergarten at Mather Elementary!
Just drop in! Our team is here and ready to welcome you and your child.
Today! We're here until 2:00 PM
No appointment is necessary- we're ready for your student! Screening is a great opportunity to help ensure your child is prepared for a successful start to school.
We look forward to meeting your family!
It's not too late to have your child screened for Preschool or Kindergarten at Mather Elementary!
Just drop in! Our team is here and ready to welcome you and your child.
Today! We're here until 2:00 PM
No appointment is necessary- we're ready for your student! Screening is a great opportunity to help ensure your child is prepared for a successful start to school.
We look forward to meeting your family!
It's Not Too Late! Preschool & Kindergarten Screening is Tomorrow at Mather Elementary!
Join us Wednesday, July 15 at William G. Mather Elementary School for Alger County Preschool & Kindergarten Screening!
🕘 Appointments begin at 9:00 AM
If you haven't scheduled your child's screening yet, there's still time! Give us a call today to reserve your appointment.
📞 (906) 387-2102
We welcome all Alger County families and look forward to meeting our future learners!
Join us Wednesday, July 15 at William G. Mather Elementary School for Alger County Preschool & Kindergarten Screening!
🕘 Appointments begin at 9:00 AM
If you haven't scheduled your child's screening yet, there's still time! Give us a call today to reserve your appointment.
📞 (906) 387-2102
We welcome all Alger County families and look forward to meeting our future learners!
Munising Public Schools is looking for a variety of team members for the upcoming school year! We would love for you to be a part of school family! Apply today!
Mather Summer Reading Challenge!
Calling all Mather Mustangs!
Reading this summer? We want to see it! Take a picture of yourself reading a book in a fun or unique spot- at the beach, camping, in a hammock, at the park, on a boat, in a tree, or anywhere your summer adventures take you!
Share your photo & favorite book with Principal DeFrancesco by emailing it to shannon.defrancesco@mps-up.com or dropping it off at the Mather Elementary office. We'd love to see your summer reading adventures!
* You'll have a chance to earn a Book Vending Machine Token to choose a FREE book from our Mather Book Vending Machine!
Happy reading, and have an amazing summer! We can't wait to see where your books take you!
We're Hiring! Join the Munising Public Schools - Mather Elementary Team!
Do you, or someone you know, have a passion for supporting students? We're currently accepting applications for two rewarding positions:
Student Responsibility Center (SRC) Supervisor - Mather Elementary &
Native American Educator & Coordinator
If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share these opportunities! We'd love to welcome dedicated individuals to the Mustang family.
For application information, visit the Employment page at munisingschools.com or view the attached vacancy postings for more information.
Do you, or someone you know, have a passion for supporting students? We're currently accepting applications for two rewarding positions:
Student Responsibility Center (SRC) Supervisor - Mather Elementary &
Native American Educator & Coordinator
If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share these opportunities! We'd love to welcome dedicated individuals to the Mustang family.
For application information, visit the Employment page at munisingschools.com or view the attached vacancy postings for more information.
It's Not Too Late!
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by December 1, 2026? Or are you interested in learning more about our preschool programs?
Join us for Kindergarten Round-Up & Preschool Developmental Screening at William G. Mather Elementary School!
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Our screenings help us get to know your child, answer your questions, and ensure a smooth, successful start to the school year.
📞 Appointments are required.
Call (906) 387-2102 today to schedule your child's screening!
Open to all Alger County families. We can't wait to welcome our newest Mustangs!
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by December 1, 2026? Or are you interested in learning more about our preschool programs?
Join us for Kindergarten Round-Up & Preschool Developmental Screening at William G. Mather Elementary School!
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Our screenings help us get to know your child, answer your questions, and ensure a smooth, successful start to the school year.
📞 Appointments are required.
Call (906) 387-2102 today to schedule your child's screening!
Open to all Alger County families. We can't wait to welcome our newest Mustangs!
Next week is the MHSAA required dead week for all school athletics. No open gyms, weight sessions, etc. can be held for any school athletic teams. Deep Blue Fitness Summer Training sessions will be held as normal. Have a great 4th of July!!
Check out our job vacancy listings for the middle/high school! We would love for you to join our team!!
Congratulations to our Support Staff Member of the Year: Melissa Berube! Melissa was selected by her colleagues based on her hard work and dedication to Mather Elementary's special education department and school library. Although officially retired as a teacher, Melissa continues to be a vital part of the team at Mather developing literacy programming and helping mentor young teachers every day!
Congratulations to our 2025-26 Teacher of the Year: Jim Cotey! Jim was selected by his colleagues for the award after serving 28 years in public education at MPS where he has been a trusted teacher, coach, mentor and leader. He connects with students with ease, building great relationships with his calm demeanor and willingness to go above and beyond to help anyone who asks.
What an AMAZING Field Day at Mather Elementary!
Yesterday was filled with sunshine, smiles, laughter, teamwork, and lots of fun! Students enjoyed bounce houses, relay races, tug-of-war, frisbee toss, softball throw, obstacle courses, nature hikes, sidewalk chalk, gym games, water relays, and so much more.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible staff, volunteers, parent volunteers, Junior NHS students, and community partners who helped make the day such a success. Your time, energy, and support created lasting memories for our students.
A special shout-out to Peoples State Bank and their amazing volunteers for generously providing hot dogs, chips, and water for all of our elementary students, staff and volunteers. Your support, kindness, and willingness to give back to our school community helped make the day even more special. We are so grateful for your partnership and commitment to our students!
Thank you to our Mather Mustangs for demonstrating great sportsmanship, teamwork, kindness, and STANG pride throughout the day. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day to celebrate another wonderful school year together!
Yesterday was filled with sunshine, smiles, laughter, teamwork, and lots of fun! Students enjoyed bounce houses, relay races, tug-of-war, frisbee toss, softball throw, obstacle courses, nature hikes, sidewalk chalk, gym games, water relays, and so much more.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible staff, volunteers, parent volunteers, Junior NHS students, and community partners who helped make the day such a success. Your time, energy, and support created lasting memories for our students.
A special shout-out to Peoples State Bank and their amazing volunteers for generously providing hot dogs, chips, and water for all of our elementary students, staff and volunteers. Your support, kindness, and willingness to give back to our school community helped make the day even more special. We are so grateful for your partnership and commitment to our students!
Thank you to our Mather Mustangs for demonstrating great sportsmanship, teamwork, kindness, and STANG pride throughout the day. We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day to celebrate another wonderful school year together!
Final exams start tomorrow for our high school students. High school students who do not have to take their 6th hour exam will be allowed to leave at 12:56 pm tomorrow and only need to attend school during their required exams. Please see the schedule for more information!
Introducing Elliot Mellon as Mather Elementary's Student of the Week.
