Marion Public Schools

Woohoo! Seniors are picking up caps and gowns today! Look for an article in the Cadillac News. This is a happy day with lots of beeping, cheering and air hugging. ♥️♥️🦅

Senior Spotlight: Joe F. Joe is planning on attending NMC in the fall where he will be working on an associate's degree in fresh water studies. Upon completion he intends to further his studies at Lake Superior State University where he will work on a BS in Environmental Biology. Congratulations Joe!!!

Today all of Marion Public Schools and Eagle Nation push the Class of 2020 on to their next phase of life. We hope you discover your wings, we wish you to be free from fear, we know you've learned how to soar. Take care and thank you for the gifts and memories. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ap8u-xD8xc&pbjreload=10&scrlybrkr

Some would say math and science are all about problems. Using IXL.com there are some kids tackling them! Mrs. Clark's fourth grade class has answered 25,000 math questions for this school year. Mrs. Quist's third graders have answered 500 science questions during our distance learning session. Great job using technology to your advantage to further your learning!!

Senior Spotlight: Ali B. “In the fall I plan on attending Florida State College. I am going to miss all of the friendships that I have created and the memories that we have all made together since preschool.” Congratulations Ali!

Junior high teachers are giving recognition to some students who are ALL IN for finishing this school year strong, virus or no virus! We are proud of you! Mr. Ingleright says that Alekz R. and Bryce C.i are doing great in shop! Mrs. McCrimmon is giving kudos to Alekz R. and Ethan T. for working super hard in all subjects! Carrierose and Keirston have been rocking as paper/pencil learners, Micheal H. has been doing all his online assignments for math, and Emily C. for completing English work. Mrs. Deighton has some 6th grade marvelous mathematicians: Elaina, Mason, Jennifer, Molly, Jaden, Cayden, Ava, Collin, Reagan, Cannon and Aaliyah. In The Great Reading Race of 2020, Cayden M. won the 2nd leg with Elaina following and Collin in 3rd place! There is one more leg to go! Super Scientists from Mrs. Flemming and Mrs. Deighton are Ava, Carrierose, Keirston, Jaden, Cayden, Mackenzie, Kaylee, Bryce, Mara, Maddie S, Emily C, Madison H, Emily H. Alexz R, McKayla C, Sye, Emilee R. Bonnie K, Ashlyn H, Dawson T, Alora, Jacelyn, Lila K, Daniel F, Brandon F, Ellie P, and Karma L. Mrs. Louwers is giving shout outs to Bryce, Marissa H., Mara, Mackenzie S, and Brandon F. in English class! Thank you to the families who've supported these kids, too!

Marion athletes: The MHSAA has released information regarding athletic physicals for the 2020-2021 school year. If an athlete has an athletic physical for the 2019-2020 school year it WILL carry over to the 2020-2021 school year, however, they will be asked to fill out a Health Questionnaire form. These forms can be picked up in the high school office.

Senior Spotlight: Brandon S. “I plan on attending Mid Michigan Community College and working. The thing I miss most about high school is seeing friends everyday and of course-baseball.”

MHS would like to honor some high school students who are rising above the obstacles of our times. Learning without a school building, person-to-person communication, and sometimes a less than stellar internet connection is a challenge! These students are connecting to teachers and completing assignments to the best of their abilities! Their resolve deserves recognition. From Mr. Ingleright: Shop 1: Daniel G. and Justice G.--make contact, do all work, and have done several home remodel projects. Advanced shop: Keegan B., Cameron S., Chase S. have completed all work and done extra home projects. Art 1: Paige B., Marlaina N., Kimberly W., Natalie S. all completed work. From Mrs. LaLone: --English I students sharpening their reading/writing skills: Daniel, Aadin, Weston, Selena, Tabby --English II students putting in some extra effort: Kim, Calvin, Stewart, Stella, Jersey, Emily, Jordan --English III students meeting with success: Sara, Chloe, Riley, Kameron, McKenzie, Andrea, Payton, Lyly, Keegan, Hope, Bree, Marlaina, Natalie, Aarin, Chase, Nicolette --Sociology Star: Emily From Mrs. Flemming: HS Students Striving for Success in Science: Tabitha, Katelyn W., Elizabeth F., Aidan T., Reno L., Alexis E., Georgia M., Jordan W., Colton B., Robert C., Kim W., Darrah T., Aadin Y., Daniel G, Harley B. Nicolette M., Emily E., Emillee B., Selena Q. Your efforts are appreciated!

Here's some kids gaining more knowledge power: Fourth graders, Macy M. is working on her 2nd study path at the 5th grade level in Edready and Chase M. is working on the 1st study path for 5th grade. Way to power through! Yay, for fifth grader, Isiah P., who finished the first study path in Ed Ready for 5th grade. A shout out to Kohen T, third grader, for completing another topic using System 44! MES is very grateful to all the families and parents learning and returning the packets from your teachers. Keep up the good work; we're on the home stretch!

Senior Spotlight: Christian S. “I am leaving for the service on May 17.” Congratulations!!!

Senior Spotlight: Alexis S. “I plan on first attending Mid Michigan Community College for one year and then transferring to Ferris State University to study psychology or another science related field. I will attend the ROTC program at Ferris. Once I get my degree I plan on joining the National Guard or Army Reserves while continuing my career in psychology or science.  What I miss about high school is seeing my friends and favorite teachers everyday and playing sports. ”

Attention students of next year’s 6-12 grades: MPACT is looking for members! Founded by MHS students in 2014, MPACT is Marion's Peer Advisory Council of Teens. Our purpose is to positively influence our community by creating a safe positive environment, giving students an influential voice, solving problems through student leadership, and supporting other student groups. So if you’re at all interested in leadership opportunities, having a voice about events and procedures at MHS and you care about making our school and our community more awesome than it is already, send an email to Mrs. Baker, Mr Baldwin or Mrs. Deighton to request an electronic application. If you're unable to email please call the high school or one of the advisors’ Google Voice numbers and they will help you. We look forward to hearing from you.

Senior Spotlight: Mia G. Plans in the fall: “I plan on going to Ferris State University in the fall for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.” What will do you miss about high school:  ”I miss most the crazy conversations and hanging with my track girls; they are my family.” Congratulations Mia!!!

A reminder that Marion Elementary will be passing out packets today for K-5 students from 11-6. If you are not able to pick up the packets, please notify your child's teacher to make alternative arrangements. Looking forward to seeing everyone!

Senior Spotlight: Robert M. “I will do infantry oust training-one station unit training at Fort Benning, Georgia. I miss seeing my friends.” Congratulations Robert!!!

Attention High School Students!! Here's something to put on your calendar and look forward to (cross your fingers). Prom has been rescheduled for August 13, 2020 provided large gatherings can occur at this time. Stay tuned!!

Senior Spotlight: Chase R. “I plan on attending Alpena Community College in the fall to become a lineman. I miss seeing my friends at school.”  Congratulations Chase!!!

Dear Marion Elementary Parents: Thursday, May 14th, is our third “round” of instructional materials being sent home. Teachers will be taking shifts from 11 a.m - 6 p.m, to help distribute learning materials and chromebooks. We are hoping as many parents as possible can visit campus to pick up materials on Thursday. We are proud of our teachers for sending home the most meaningful and creative learning opportunities possible. Likewise, we have GREAT PARENTS...THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! After Thursday, if you still need to pick up materials, please email your child's teacher directly. Please explain how we can best serve you in terms of getting you the materials. Your options include: (1) setting up a pickup time and date to come to campus for pick-up, (2) indicating that you will pick materials up from one of our other four lunch distribution sites: (Redding Township Hall, Dighton Store, Middlebranch Township Hall, and Winterfield Township Hall - just tell us which one, please). If this is not possible, please let us know, and we can (3) arrange for a bus to deliver things to your driveway. Again, please let us know the address and the days you need delivery. Here is a link to staff email: https://www.marion.k12.mi.us/o/mps/staff. If you require immediate help, please email dsalis@marion.mi.k12.us or carrington@marion.k12.mi.us. The main district line is (231) 743-2486 extension 1. We miss our kiddos! We hope you and your loved ones are safe and well!

Dear Marion Jr./Sr. High School Parents: Our school plan is to send the third “supply” of schoolwork on May 14, 2020. This will include internet and virtual learning opportunities as well as traditional paper & pencil forms. Teachers will send instructional resources again on May 28th. Parents can pick up traditional paper and pencil work at any of our lunch distribution centers (on May 14th from 11:30-1:00 ), or by making other arrangements. Please explain how we can best serve you in terms of getting you the materials. Your options include: (1) setting up a pickup time and date to come to campus for pick-up, (2) indicating that you will pick materials up from one of our other four lunch distribution sites: (Redding Township Hall, Dighton Store, Middlebranch Township Hall, and Winterfield Township Hall - just tell us which one, please). If this is not possible, please let us know, and we can (3) arrange for a bus to deliver things to your driveway. Completed work can be shared with teachers electronically (Google Classroom, email, etc) or can be returned to a lunch drop off station submitted to a bus driver. After Thursday, if your student currently attends Marion Jr./Sr. High School, please email your child's teacher directly with class specific questions. Here is a link to staff email: https://www.marion.k12.mi.us/o/mps/staff. If you require immediate help, please email lkulhawick@marion.k12.mi.us, or dprielipp@marion.k12.mi.us. The MS/HS Phone number is (231) 743-2846 extension 2. We hope you and your loved ones are safe and well.