Where’s Short Santa? at Mather
Holiday excitement is in full swing at Mather Elementary as students search each day for Short Santa, hidden somewhere in the building! This festive activity has brought lots of smiles, laughter, and school spirit while encouraging students to stay engaged and attentive throughout the day.
Students are encouraged to keep track of Short Santa’s location throughout the week, adding an extra layer of fun and anticipation. We love seeing our students enjoy these joyful moments and celebrate the season together!
Holiday excitement is in full swing at Mather Elementary as students search each day for Short Santa, hidden somewhere in the building! This festive activity has brought lots of smiles, laughter, and school spirit while encouraging students to stay engaged and attentive throughout the day.
Students are encouraged to keep track of Short Santa’s location throughout the week, adding an extra layer of fun and anticipation. We love seeing our students enjoy these joyful moments and celebrate the season together!
Holiday Hustle Champions!
Congratulations to Ms. Martin’s 4th Grade class, our Holiday Hustle winners! To celebrate their outstanding teamwork and generosity, students enjoyed an extra recess, hot chocolate, and pizza today.
Congratulations to Ms. Martin’s 4th Grade class, our Holiday Hustle winners! To celebrate their outstanding teamwork and generosity, students enjoyed an extra recess, hot chocolate, and pizza today.
Congratulations to Annika Hand. Mather Elementary School's Student of the Week!
Holiday Hustle Success @ Mather
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our students, families, and staff, Mather Elementary’s Holiday Hustle raised $2,687.17!
All proceeds will go directly toward supporting the M-Packs Program, helping ensure children in our community have access to food when they need it most. Even more exciting—through the Alger Regional Community Foundation Grant Program, this donation will be matched, bringing the total impact to an amazing $5,374.34 for local families!
Congratulations to Ms. Martin’s 4th grade class, who earned the top spot and won the Holiday Hustle competition! Way to lead with generosity and school spirit! They will celebrate their win with hot cocoa, pizza, and an extra recess as part of their well-earned title!
We are so proud of our Mather students for showing what it means to care for others and give back to our community.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our students, families, and staff, Mather Elementary’s Holiday Hustle raised $2,687.17!
All proceeds will go directly toward supporting the M-Packs Program, helping ensure children in our community have access to food when they need it most. Even more exciting—through the Alger Regional Community Foundation Grant Program, this donation will be matched, bringing the total impact to an amazing $5,374.34 for local families!
Congratulations to Ms. Martin’s 4th grade class, who earned the top spot and won the Holiday Hustle competition! Way to lead with generosity and school spirit! They will celebrate their win with hot cocoa, pizza, and an extra recess as part of their well-earned title!
We are so proud of our Mather students for showing what it means to care for others and give back to our community.
Congratulations to Owen and his parents!
Next week we will celebrate the holiday season at the middle/high school with some fun dress up days lead by our Student Council!
Family Safety Reminder
As part of our ongoing commitment to student safety, we encourage families to make sure that all tobacco products, vaping devices, medications, and other adult-only items are kept securely stored and out of children’s reach. Young learners are naturally curious, and preventing access helps us ensure their health and safety both at home and at school.
Thank you for helping us create a safe environment for all Mustangs.
As part of our ongoing commitment to student safety, we encourage families to make sure that all tobacco products, vaping devices, medications, and other adult-only items are kept securely stored and out of children’s reach. Young learners are naturally curious, and preventing access helps us ensure their health and safety both at home and at school.
Thank you for helping us create a safe environment for all Mustangs.
Congratulations again to senior Avery Murk!
MUNISING PUBLIC SCHOOLS - FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM UPDATE - 12.9.25
We are working hard to improve our food service program with increased food quality and menu variety. We care about what our students have to say and have involved Student Council members in various taste testing panels to seek their input on new menu items. We recently surveyed our secondary students about their likes and dislikes to help us in determining which items should stay on our menu and which items need to be improved or phased out. The results of the student food service survey are linked on the Dining Information page of the district website. Feel free to check it out. There are more exciting changes to come which our students, staff, and parents are sure to appreciate. Sincerely, MJT
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UDE168k9vQxbbqQrt9sj-OH3bY85MgD2/view
We are working hard to improve our food service program with increased food quality and menu variety. We care about what our students have to say and have involved Student Council members in various taste testing panels to seek their input on new menu items. We recently surveyed our secondary students about their likes and dislikes to help us in determining which items should stay on our menu and which items need to be improved or phased out. The results of the student food service survey are linked on the Dining Information page of the district website. Feel free to check it out. There are more exciting changes to come which our students, staff, and parents are sure to appreciate. Sincerely, MJT
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UDE168k9vQxbbqQrt9sj-OH3bY85MgD2/view
MPS TRANSPORTATION NOTICE - MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2025
This afternoon, due to planned driver absence, we will only be running 3 bus routes. Parents and guardians can expect students to be dropped off a little later than usual, especially near the end of the routes. For questions, contact Bus Driver Coordinator, Mr. Jeff Meyer at jeff.meyer@mps-up.com or 906-387-4145.
This afternoon, due to planned driver absence, we will only be running 3 bus routes. Parents and guardians can expect students to be dropped off a little later than usual, especially near the end of the routes. For questions, contact Bus Driver Coordinator, Mr. Jeff Meyer at jeff.meyer@mps-up.com or 906-387-4145.
Congratulations Dylan and his parents!!
Congratulations to Liam Steinhoff, our student of the week. Liam was nominated by Mrs. Petersen! Liam comes to school each day with a big smile, he participates fully, and always “Acts with Kindness” by helping his classmates.
He loves school, and outside of class he enjoys playing with his pets, hiking, ice skating, and Jiu-jitsu.
Great job, Liam! Mather Elementary is proud of you!
He loves school, and outside of class he enjoys playing with his pets, hiking, ice skating, and Jiu-jitsu.
Great job, Liam! Mather Elementary is proud of you!
MPS Superintendent Search Input Opportunities for Mustang Parents & Community Supporters - See related letter from the Board of Education below for details regarding in person and/or survey form link: https://forms.gle/U39p4YoWp4TLQVFE9
MPS WINTER WEATHER NOTICE - 3 HOUR DELAY TODAY 12.4.25 - Due to sustained high winds resulting in reduced visibility from blowing and drifting snow, and producing accumulating lake effect bands that are expected to persist through the morning commute creating hazardous travel conditions, Munising Public Schools will be under a 3 hour delay today, Thursday, December 4th, 2025. Munising Middle/High School will begin at 11:00 am and Mather Elementary at 11:15 am. Due to the delay our morning ECSE class will be canceled at Mather.
Fourth Grade Field Trip Highlights!
A huge thank-you to Gallery Coffee and the ROAM Community Foundation for their incredible hospitality and generosity today! Our fourth graders enjoyed a wonderful learning experience centered around plot and storytelling, and the welcoming atmosphere (hot cocoa included) made the lesson even more special.
Students had the chance to learn in a real community space, explore new ideas, and connect their classroom work to the world around them. We are so grateful for partners who support our students and help bring learning to life.
Thank you, Gallery Coffee, ROAM Community Foundation, Ms. Martin, Mrs. Kelto, Mr. Ethan, and Volunteers for making today unforgettable for our fourth graders!
A huge thank-you to Gallery Coffee and the ROAM Community Foundation for their incredible hospitality and generosity today! Our fourth graders enjoyed a wonderful learning experience centered around plot and storytelling, and the welcoming atmosphere (hot cocoa included) made the lesson even more special.
Students had the chance to learn in a real community space, explore new ideas, and connect their classroom work to the world around them. We are so grateful for partners who support our students and help bring learning to life.
Thank you, Gallery Coffee, ROAM Community Foundation, Ms. Martin, Mrs. Kelto, Mr. Ethan, and Volunteers for making today unforgettable for our fourth graders!
Our middle/high school Intervention classes are collecting non-perishable food items this month for the "Stuff the Goose" challenge in coordination with our local police Officer Kleiman and Trooper Kinnunen. Monetary donations will also be accepted with $1 = 1 food item with all funds raised and food collected going to our local food pantry. The class with the most food items will win the Fun Day Friday reward! Help us teach our students the important of caring for our neighbors this holiday season!
The December Pony Express is here!
Take a moment to check out all of the exciting events, celebrations, and updates happening at Mather Elementary this month. December is full of learning, joy, and schoolwide traditions—you won’t want to miss it!
Take a moment to check out all of the exciting events, celebrations, and updates happening at Mather Elementary this month. December is full of learning, joy, and schoolwide traditions—you won’t want to miss it!
Save the date for our upcoming middle and high school band concert - Thursday, December 18th at 6pm at Mather Auditorium!
Congratulations to Eiza and his mom!
Mather Elementary Student of the Week: Blake Willis!
We are excited to recognize Blake Willis as our Student of the Week! Blake was nominated by Mrs. Murk, who shared that he has shown tremendous effort and determination in his schoolwork this year. Blake demonstrates what it truly means to “Never Give Up!” and brings so much character and fun to the classroom.
Blake’s favorite subject is reading, and he looks forward to each new story. Outside of school, he enjoys riding his bike, playing with monster trucks, and spending time with his brother, Skylar.
Congratulations, Blake, on this well-deserved honor! We are so proud of you!
We are excited to recognize Blake Willis as our Student of the Week! Blake was nominated by Mrs. Murk, who shared that he has shown tremendous effort and determination in his schoolwork this year. Blake demonstrates what it truly means to “Never Give Up!” and brings so much character and fun to the classroom.
Blake’s favorite subject is reading, and he looks forward to each new story. Outside of school, he enjoys riding his bike, playing with monster trucks, and spending time with his brother, Skylar.
Congratulations, Blake, on this well-deserved honor! We are so proud of you!
