Tonight, we witnessed something truly inspiring at the IMHS Scholarship Awards Night—a celebration of perseverance, talent, and the unwavering support of a community that believes in its students.

We are incredibly proud to share that over $150,000 was awarded through Iron Mountain High School and Dickinson Area Community Foundation scholarships this evening. These awards are a testament to the generosity of our local donors, organizations, and families who continue to invest in the dreams of our students.

From memorial scholarships to community service awards, each one carries a story and each recipient has earned their place through hard work, dedication, and heart.

But that’s not all. In total, our students were recognized for earning over $441,000 in college scholarships from institutions across the Midwest! These scholarships reflect not only academic excellence but leadership, service, creativity, and the unique strengths that make each of our seniors stand out.

The future is bright, and tonight was just the beginning.

Thank you to our presenters, Tamara Juul of the Dickinson Area Community Foundation, Kathy Tomassoni, Dennis Larson of the Sons of the American Legion, Brad Borchardt with Packermania, Jeff Powell with M. J. Electric, the Mike Bondo Family, and thank you to our Scholarship Coordinator, Dawn Smith with all her help coordinating this wonderful event!

Congratulations to our scholarship recipients: Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship - Copper, $4,000- Micah Treiber Michigan Technological University Excellence Award,$12,000- Micah Treiber General, $9,000- Micah Treiber Joseph J Negro Memorial, $8,000- Micah Treiber Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship - Gold, $12,000- Bradon Walstrom Michigan Technological University 906 Scholarship, $906- Bradon Walstrom Leading Scholar Commended Finalist Award, $8,000- Bradon Walstrom Albert C. Hoyle & Violet Hoyle Memorial, $3,500- Bradon Walstrom Tortelli, $4,000- Bradon Walstrom Bacco, $8,000- Bradon Walstrom Richard J. Debelak, $8,000- Bradon Walstrom Packermania, $1,500- Bradon Walstrom Anne Look (DACF),$6,000- Landon Gvillo Millie Hagerup (DACF), $5,000- Camryn Doers Edward Koerschner (DACF), $1,200- Ian Marttila Ron & Angie Tomassoni Memorial (DACF), $500- Alexis Buchanan Ron & Angie Tomassoni Memorial (DACF), $1,200- Abigail Ward IM-K Rotary Club (DACF). $1,000- Gerilis Sampoll-Torres Sons of the American Legion, $500- Kaydence Humblet M.J. Electric Invest in the Future, $8,000- Jacob Powell Bellin College Admissions Scholarship, $50,000- Isabella Pickett Central Michigan University Maroon & Gold Merit Scholarship,$14,000.00- Gerilis Sampoll-Torres Central Michigan University Maroon & Gold Merit Scholarship, $16,000- Alexis Buchanan Central Michigan University Maroon & Gold Merit Scholarship, $14,000- Betsy Vanegas-Mendoza Ferris State University Provost Scholarship, $22,000- Jacob Powell Gogebic Community College Athletic Scholarship, $1,500- Macy Linsenbigler Marquette UniversityPere Marquette Scholarship, $102,000-Cali Picucci Marquette University Ignation Distinction Scholarship, $10,000- Cali Picucci University of Michigan U.P Scholars Scholarship, $38,000- Benjamin Truong Michigan Technological University 906 Scholarship, $906- Evan Copley Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship - Silver, $8,000- Evan Copley Michigan Technological University Leading Scholar Commended Finalist Award, $8,000- Evan Copley Northern Michigan University Wildcat Merit, $8,000- Bryce Davis Northern Michigan University Wildcat Merit, $8,000- Camryn Doers Northern Michigan University Wildcat Merit, $8,000-Evan Mendini Northern Michigan University Wildcat Merit, $12,000- Giovannie Saldana Northern Michigan University Wildcat Merit, $8,000- Skyler Southwick Northern Michigan University Wildcat Merit, $10,000- Juliana Tapio Northern Michigan University Wildcat Merit, $6,000- Abigail War Northern Michigan University Wildcat Meritm, $6,000- Landon Gvillo MI Achievement Scholarship $10,000- Abigail Ward MI Achievement Scholarship Last Dollar Award- $12,000, Abigail Ward Northern Michigan University Athletic Football Scholarship, $22,400- Alexander Jayne University of Wisconsin-Osh Kosh Titan National Scholar, $14,120- Oskar Kangas IMHS Scholarships Kathleen & Martin Bunnin Memorial, $1,400- Anabelle Vicenzi Bruce & Margaret Guild Memorial, $750- Abigail Ward Dr. William and Kathleen Jackson Memorial, $4,000- Alexis Buchanan Noah and Anne Ruffato-Spigarelli, $700- Anabelle Vicenzi Jack Pozza Memorial, $1,300- Veronica Stanchina Edwared Palluconi, $1,800- Jude Frizzell Henry and Dorothy Maynard Clemo Memorial, $500- Evan Copley Hammel-Delangis, $2,300- Cali Picucci Jim Fleury Trades, $500- Evan Mendini Jim Fleury Trades, $1,000- Ian Marttila Jim Fleury Trades $1,000- Adam Krackenberger Kathleen Harry Memorial $1,200- Abigail Ward Dunkin Donuts (Tmart), $500- Lilic Jokinen Caroline Hofer, $1,300- Veronica Stanchina Gary and Marilyn Hooper Spigarelli, $1,400.00- Macy Linsenbigler Robert Raffin Memorial, $1,500- Evan Mendini Mickey Horwitz, $500- Daniel Manier MTU Klungness, $10,000- Evan Copley Georgina Mitchell Johnson, $1,900- Cali Picucci Horatio Alger State, $10,000- Alexis Buchanan John and Elaine Rizzardi Technical, $2,000- Ian Marttila Military Order of the Purple Heart, $500- Macie Gunville Dorothy Perine Memorial, $300- Abigail Ward Cecil O. Rushford Memorial, $500- Hailey St. Germain Floyd A. & Margaret Brynelson, $1,500- Jude Frizzell Magee Johnson Memorial, $500- Juliana Tapio Simone Insurance, $1,000- Veronica Stanchina Bette and Lynn Gordon, $2,500- Alexis Buchanan PTO, $1,000- Jacob Powell PTO, $1,000- Abigail Ward James Perino Memorial, $2,200- Juliana Tapio Elsie Evelyn Trestrail Robbins Memorial $1,500- Kaydence Humblet Jamie Dooley Beck Memorial, $2,000- Cali Picucci IM Kingsford-Credit Union, $500- Veronica Stanchina Cerasoli Family, $1,000- Jude Frizzell Rudolph “Rudy” Ganga, $5,000- Quyen Tran Donna Van Holla Memorial, $1,500-Landon Gvillo IncredibleBank, $500- Cali Picucci

• Trip Destination: Kalahari Resort – Lake Delton, WI (Wisconsin Dells)
• Date of Trip: Thursday, May 29th, 2025
• Due date of Permission Slip and $25 Trip Fee: Friday, May 23, 2025
• Departure Time: Students must arrive at school by 5:30 AM
• Return Time: Approximately 9:00 PM (subject to traffic)

As a celebration for our graduating 8th grade class, students will enjoy a day of fun at Kalahari Resort's Tom Foolery’s Dry Park, and their indoor and outdoor waterparks.

Cost:

$25.00 towards admission/lunch (must be turned in with this permission slip), this will cover a portion of the cost, Central Middle School Student Council funds the rest!

Students should also bring an additional $10-25.00 for dinner and any extras (locker,souvenirs, arcade games, snacks, etc.)

The park is CASHLESS! Students may fill a card at the park for no fee, but one condition is that all Kalahari food outlets include a 20% tip when using their card. We strongly suggest that students come with a prepaid card in hand - Walmart and Walgreens is a good place to get these.

Lockers can be shared, charges are as follows and also cashless:

• Medium $12
• Large $16
• Extra Large $22

What to Bring:

• Breakfast/morning snacks for the bus ride
• Water/refillable water bottle for bus ride
• Swimsuit and towel
• Sunscreen
• Lanyard/Protector for phone
• Change of clothes
• Positive attitude
• Respectful behavior

Transportation: Students will travel by chartered school bus with chaperones consisting of school staff and approved volunteers. Students may leave items on the bus, we do not recommend bringing or leaving any valuables.

PERMISSION SLIP AND $25 TRIP FEE MUST BE RETURNED BEFORE FRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025 TO THE DOWNTOWN OFFICE OR MRS. PEDDYCORD.

Dear families,

This is a reminder that Track and Field Day for 2nd through 6th grade students is tomorrow at 12:00 PM, Mountaineer Stadium. You are invited to attend. The weather is expected to be partly cloudy with temperatures in the mid-seventies, so please dress your child appropriately for outdoor activities and make sure they bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.

Refreshments will be available for parents and for 5th and 6th grade students to purchase at the concession stand. However, 2nd through 4th grade students are not permitted to leave the event area to visit the concession stand, so we ask that you do not send them with cash. Instead, ensure they are well-prepared with everything they need for the day, especially water.

We’re looking forward to a fun and active day with our students!

Today, our seniors took their last walk through the Downtown Campus and North Elementary School—retracing the very halls where their educational journey began.

From wide-eyed kindergarteners to confident graduates, they've grown into young adults ready to take on the world. As they passed familiar classrooms and waved to their former teachers, there were smiles, tears, and so many memories.

To the younger students watching: one day, you’ll be in those caps and gowns too.

To our seniors: thank you for inspiring the next generation and showing us all how far heart, hard work, and a little bit of hometown spirit can take you.

Get ready for a day of fun in the sun!

Our 7th and 8th grade students will be heading to Lake Antoine on Monday, June 3rd for an end-of-year celebration. Students will be bussed from the school to the lake in the morning, and we’ll spend the day—from 8:30 AM until the end of the school day—enjoying the outdoors and having a cookout!

Parents are welcome to join us for the day, and all students should be picked up from the lake at the end of the day. We’re also looking for donations to help with the cookout—check out our SignUpGenius to see how you can contribute and make it successful.

Students should come prepared with weather-appropriate clothing, sunscreen, a towel, and a swimsuit if they plan to swim. They’re also welcome to bring outdoor games, balls, or fishing gear—as long as they can carry and manage it themselves.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Nattiel or Mrs. Peddycord. It’s going to be a great day to make some memories!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B49ACAD2FA6FFC34-56416811-middle

Dear Mountaineer Staff/Club Advisors/Students/Families,

The 4th of July is right around the corner, and we’re excited to announce that Iron Mountain Public Schools will once again be participating in the annual Iron Mountain-Kingsford Independence Day Parade! This year’s theme is “Christmas in July”.

This is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a school community, showcase our creativity and school pride, and celebrate the spirit of Independence Day with the community. We’re inviting all clubs, groups, and individuals to join us in building this year’s float and marching in the parade.

Here’s how you can get involved:

• Help design and build the float – We welcome creative ideas and hands-on help to bring our theme to life!
• Walk in the parade – March and represent IMPS with pride!
• Donate materials- Candy, float building materials, and CASH DONATIONS are appreciated!

Whether you’re a student, advisor, teacher, or staff member—your participation will make a difference and help create a fun, memorable experience for all.

Parade Date: Thursday, July 4, 2025, 9:00 AM (Setup time TBD) Location: Iron Mountain-Kingsford (Meetup location TBD) Float Work Days: TBD

Please let us know if you or your group would like to take part by signing up on the following SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DA4AC2FA0F4C07-56474975-imps#/, or by emailing Maryssa Gussert at gussertm@imschools.org. You can also call 906-779-2600, option 5. 

Let’s show the community the pride, passion, and unity of Iron Mountain Public Schools. We hope to see you there—marching, waving, and celebrating together!

Best regards,

Maryssa Gussert

Communications Coordinator Iron Mountain Public Schools

Hello Class of 2025:

For in-building students, the Senior Chromebook return date is tomorrow, May 14, 2025. If you still need your Chromebook, please do not turn it in tomorrow and instead turn it in prior to the Commencement Ceremony.

Chromebook returns will be in the Technology Office on A Floor.

If you wish to purchase your Chromebook, please have submit a check or cash to the High School Office. For the Dell 3100 model, the cost is $35. Other Chromebook models may be available for purchase on a case by case basis. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you,

Mr. Reath

Tonight, we proudly welcomed a remarkable group of students into the National Honor Society during our annual Induction Ceremony at the Iron Mountain High School Auditorium.

These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character — the core values of NHS.

A heartfelt thank you to our NHS advisor, Mrs. Audra DeRidder, for her dedication and leadership in guiding these outstanding students.

We are incredibly proud of each inductee and look forward to the positive impact they will continue to make within our school and community!

New members:

Charles Anderson

Emma Bouchard

Avea Brown

Riley Couper

Seth Greenleaf

Kailey Jayne

Brayden Kassin

Kadence McLaren

Margot McRoberts

Philip Miziniak

Elena Nelson

Timothy Recla

Ava Sardina

Gabriella Theisen

Quyen Tran

Tessa Vicenzi

Alysia Wood

Current Members (Juniors):

Lucy Baumgartner

Louis Fiorucci

Georgia Mundy

Lillian Olson

Isabelle Person

Vivian Petrusch

Jacalyn Rowe

Max White

Current Members (Seniors, receiving cords):

Alexis Buchanan

Evan Copley, Vice President

Bryce Davis

Camryn Doers

Macie Gunville

Oskar Kangas

Annaliese Lucas, President

Ian Marttila

Cooper Pigeon

Isabella Pickett

Cali Picucci, Secretary

Jacob Powell

Giovannie Saldana

Veronica Stanchina, Treasurer

Juliana TapioBenjamin Truong

Betsy Vanegas-Mendoza

Anabelle Vicenzi