Marion Public Schools

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.

Ladies and Gentlemen: Our regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting will be held virtually tonight, May 12th at 6 pm. Any device capable of internet connectivity will allow you to attend the meeting if you desire. Both the elementary and high school parking lots have free wifi available. Here's the link you will need to attend: meet.google.com/zep-zfar-kpn

Senior Spotlight: Darian T. "I plan to attend Baker College in the fall to get my bachelors in Nursing.  I miss eating snacks in Mrs. Robbin’s room everyday when I was supposed to be working on college classes and I will miss seeing my friends everyday." Congratulations Darian!!!

Senior Spotlight: Alex S. Plans for the fall:  "I will be attending Ferris State University in the Secondary Education Program. I am double majoring in Social Studies and Physical Education." What I miss most about high school: "I miss hanging out with my friends and finishing my senior year of sports." Congratulations Alex!

Ladies and Gentlemen: The staff here desperately wants life to get back to normal for many reasons, but since we are human, we must admit we have selfish reasons, too. We LOVE AND MISS OUR STUDENTS! At the end of this message will be a video shared by some of our educator friends. Please take three minutes of your time to check it out, you wont be sorry! We at MPS realize if you can watch the video, you obviously have internet access. Not everyone does. We know that many educational opportunities are best served in "hard copy" form. Unfortunately, others could be boosted by methods that require our students (& Parents) having access to high speed internet. We realize about half of our student's have access to quality internet. Our district can't "fix everything" for folks, but we are trying to help. Here's how: We are writing grants to help us finance the purchase of 6 commercial grade "Mifi" boxes from Verizon. These boxes can handle up to 18 simultaneous high speed connections before they slow down for the user. By early next week, these boxes will be configured and installed at the following locations: 1. Marion Elementary 2. Marion HS 3. Winterfield township 4. Middle Branch Hall 5. Middle Branch gas station 6. Redding Hall 7. Dighton Store 8. Highland Township Hall 9. Pisgah Church Users would have to be in the parking lots of the locations to connect. They will be left on 24 hours a day. We know this doesn't "fix the internet problem" but we are proud to work hard to make things better for our kids and families. We hope the connections are used frequently. Here's the video. Please let your friends and families know about the Mifi boxes so they can watch the video early next week! Here's the video as promised: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=7qJvxXdaOps&feature=youtu.be#dialog

Senior Spotlight: Isabell B. "I plan to attend Ferris state university in the fall. I am going to miss all of my teammates and coaches and sporting events. I am also going to miss our lovely lunch ladies (Mrs. Lisa and Mrs. BB). Thank you for feeding me. I'm going to miss my friends more than anything." Congrats Isabell!