OUR MISSION AND VISION
Mission
The Iron Mountain Public Schools exist to work in partnership with students, families, and all stakeholders in the relentless pursuit of student excellence so they can enrich the communities they serve.
Vision
Iron Mountain Public Schools aspires to be an academic institution that develops a culture of caring and excellence.

DISTRICT NEWS
- Jul 24, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools
Get ready for Gus Macker 2025!
Dear Iron Mountain Families,
We’re excited to share that the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament is coming to Iron Mountain – and we want YOU to be part of the action!
Register to Play: Whether you’re a serious baller or just in it for fun, the Gus Macker tournament is for all ages and skill levels. Get your team together and sign up today at gusmackerim.org. Don’t wait—registration closes soon!
Volunteer Opportunities:We’re also looking for energetic and community-minded volunteers to help make this event a success. From court monitors to scorekeepers and more, there’s a role for everyone. Volunteering is a great way to support our community while enjoying the exciting atmosphere of tournament weekend.
Event Date: AUGUST 16 – 17 2025
\ Location: Iron Mountain, Michigan
Let’s show our Mountaineer pride by participating, volunteering, or just cheering from the sidelines. We hope to see many of our students and families representing Iron Mountain at this incredible community event!
Go Mountaineers!
- Jul 22, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools
Welcome, Principal Sara Pericolosi!
We’re excited to welcome Mrs. Sara Pericolosi as the new principal for grades 5 through 12 at Iron Mountain Public Schools! In this video, Mrs. Pericolosi shares a bit about her background and what she's most looking forward to this school year.
With a strong passion for student success and a commitment to building positive school culture, Mrs. Pericolosi is ready to lead, inspire, and connect with students, staff, and families.
- Jul 21, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools
Fall Sport Communications
Mountaineer athletes and families-
Do not put off your physical for one more day! Make your appointment today if you have not already!
In order to attend practice or tryouts beginning on Monday, August 11, 2025, you must have a physical on file.
The physical form, yearly concussion awareness form, and yearly handbook agreement form, can be found here or in the Iron Mountain Public Schools Superintendent's Office. Summer office hours are available on our website, www.imschools.org
We look forward to seeing you all at Meet the Mountaineers on Wednesday, August 20 at 5:30 PM. Concessions and refreshments will be provided by the Athletic Booster Club beginning at 5:00 PM. Thank you Booster Club for all you do to support our student-athletes! Consider joining their amazing team this school year. More information will be available at Meet the Mountaineers.
Thank you, and go Mountaineers!
JV and Varsity Football
Football equipment handout for grades 9-12
August 4, 6, 7
7:00AM-8:15 AM
(During Weightlifting)
Izzo Commons
JV and Varsity Two-A-Days
August 11
7:15 AM (Players and Coaches Meeting at 8am)-11:00 and
6:00-8:00 PM
Practice/Game Schedule will be handed out at practice on August 11th
August 12-15 (First two weeks)
9:00-11:00 AM
6:00-8:00 PM
Stadium
Bring your personal equipment and cleats
Volleyball Tryouts
August 11-15, 9:00-11:00 AM, break, 1:00-3:00 PM
High School Gymnasium
Practice begins following week
Boys Varsity Soccer
First practice
August 11, 4:30-6:00 PM
St. Mary's Soccer Complex (Pine Mountain Rd.)
Girls Varsity Tennis
First practice
August 11, 3:00 PM
Eastside Tennis Courts
Sideline Cheerleading
Open Gym/Tryouts
August 11-14 with Friday off, 2:00-4:00 PM
North Elementary School
Practice begins following week
- Jul 7, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools
Summer School/Credit Recovery Resumes
We’re excited to welcome our students back as Summer School resumes this week from Tuesday, July 8 through Thursday, July 10 at North Elementary School.
Students in EK through 6th grade will attend from 8:45 to 11:45 AM, and students in 9th through 12th grade credit recovery will attend from 8:30 to 11:30 AM.
It’s hard to believe, but we’re already entering the final stretch of our Summer School program! There are just three weeks left, with our last day scheduled for Wednesday, July 24.
We’ve had a wonderful time learning and growing together so far, and we look forward to making the most of these final few weeks. We can’t wait to see everyone back in the classroom this week!
- Jul 4, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools
Introducing Snuffy!
Meet the new face of Mountaineer pride—Snuffy is back and better than ever! We're thrilled to unveil our brand-new Snuffy mascot costume, bringing fresh energy, school spirit, and a whole lot of Mountaineer heart to every game, event, and celebration. With a bold new look that honors tradition while embracing the future, Snuffy is ready to rally Iron Mountain students, staff, and fans like never before. Get ready to cheer louder, smile bigger, and show your black and gold pride—because Snuffy has arrived!
- Jun 30, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools
Calling all Mountaineers!
Join Iron Mountain Public Schools in walking in the Iron Mountain-Kingsford Independence Day Parade and help us celebrate Christmas in July Mountaineer style! We’re inviting all students to walk with us and show off our Mountaineer pride.
Where to meet:
- We are meeting at the Dickinson ISD Consortium building- 1295 Pyle Dr, Kingsford, MI 49802 then walking as a group to the float lineup on N. Balsam.
- The parade route ends in the parking lot of Super One, please arrange pickup with your student.
- Parade route: Parade starts at the corner of Balsam/Woodward, proceeds east down Woodward and turns left onto Carpenter, then then right onto H St to end at the Super One parking lot.
When to meet:
- We are meeting no later than 8:30 AM. PLEASE ARRIVE 5-10 MINUTES EARLY. DO NOT BE LATE, WE WILL LEAVE WITHOUT YOU.
- The parade will begin at 9:00 AM.
What to wear:
- Black and gold/Mountaineer gear
- A Santa hat if you have one (to match the Christmas theme!)
We’re especially excited to debut our brand new Snuffy mascot costume during the parade! Come be part of the big reveal and represent IMPS with pride!
Let’s make it a parade to remember. We can’t wait to see you there!
- Jun 25, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools
Snuffy comes to life, debut on July 4
The countdown begins... only 9 days until the BIG debut of our brand-new Snuffy mascot costume!
Snuffy will make his first official appearance in the Iron Mountain-Kingsford Independence Day Parade, and we can’t wait for the community to meet him! Get ready for smiles, spirit, and some serious Mountaineer pride as Snuffy steps onto the scene for the very first time!
Mark your calendars- July 4, 2025!