Hello Mountaineer families!

We are sending this message as a reminder of our cell phone expectations and to share a new policy about drinks in the classroom:

Grades 5-6

• Cell phones should be left at home.
• If a phone is found, it will be placed in the student’s backpack for the remainder of the day.
• If your child is concerned about their locker lock, please contact the main office.

Grades 7–12

• Cell phones may not be used during class time (bell to bell) unless a teacher explicitly asks students to use them for instructional purposes.

General Expectations (All Students)

• Devices must be used safely, responsibly, and respectfully at all times. Students are responsible for their own devices. The district is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage.
• Cell phones and devices are not permitted in locker rooms, restrooms, or other private areas.
• Sharing or creating inappropriate or illegal content (photos, videos, audio, etc.) may result in disciplinary action and could also violate state or federal law (Policy 5209).

Drinks in Classrooms

• Students may bring water only into classrooms.
• Other drinks (energy drinks, coffee, soda, etc.) should be left at home or at a minimum kept in lockers.

Thank you for helping us keep our school safe, clean, and focused on learning.

Experience the beauty of the season! 🎄

The Iron Mountain Choir, under the direction of Ms. Weaver and in collaboration with Mrs. Sullivan, presents our annual Winter Wonderland Concert!

Come enjoy an enchanting evening of festive music and performances by our incredible students. It's the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.

Concert Details:

• Date: Saturday, December 16
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Doors Open: 5:30 PM (Come early to get a great seat!)
• Admission: FREE!

Mark your calendars! Spread the word!

During Meet the Mountaineers on Tuesday, November 18, we’ll be hosting a Miracle Minute to support the Miilu family, who recently experienced the heartbreaking loss of their mother in an apartment fire.

We encourage everyone attending to bring a cash donation. Every dollar collected will go directly toward helping the family with household needs and expenses during this incredibly difficult time.

Thank you, Mountaineer community, for always showing up with compassion and generosity.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

This past weekend, the mother and stepmother of four of our students perished in an apartment fire. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the family during this unimaginably difficult time. The school has implemented a response plan that was developed some time ago to deal with situations of tragedy or trauma, such as that which we now face. We have staff trained in handling the effects of trauma who are reaching out to all our students and also identifying students who are in need of special assistance and support during this time.

Each student and staff member will react differently to this event. We – all of us, staff, parents, and children – should expect to deal with a spectrum of emotions, in ourselves and in other members of our community. A document package has been prepared to assist you in identifying and addressing your children’s needs. You will find this material helpful after reviewing it.

You may have questions, comments, or concerns. If so, do not hesitate to bring them to our attention.

We know you will join us in our concern, support, and sympathy for those involved in and affected by this incident. We also greatly appreciate your cooperation and assistance.

Sincerely,

Iron Mountain Public Schools

Grief and Trauma- What Parents Need to Know

What Students Need in Time of Tragedy

Join us in the Iron Mountain High School Gymnasium on Tuesday, November 18 for our annual Meet the Mountaineers event! Come out and show your support as we introduce our amazing Winter Sports student athletes and coaches.

Refreshments served by our Athletic Booster Club starting at 5:30 PM. Team Introductions begin at 6:00 PM.

Bring your school spirit and help us kick off the season the Mountaineer way! We can't wait to see you there!

The Drama Club will be performing a series of one-act plays on November 20, 21, and 22!

Good luck, Mountaineers!

Buy your tickets online or at the door:https://mountaineerdrama.ludus.com/index.php

Yesterday, our students enjoyed a special treat- Puerto Rican rice, lovingly prepared by our own cafeteria team member Ingrid Pagan Gracia!

Ingrid moved to the U.P. from Puerto Rico in 2021 and says she’s grown to love life here. She wanted to share a piece of her culture with our students, cooking up this flavorful dish made with rice, sofrito (a blend of peppers, onions, cilantro, and spices), tomato, sazón, ham, and red beans.

Like many Puerto Ricans, Ingrid grew up eating this dish and learned to make it from her grandmother. Thank you, Ingrid, for bringing warmth, flavor, and culture to our cafeteria!

We’re proud to present a digital catalog of Iron Mountain High School yearbooks, dating all the way back to 1916! For decades, our yearbook, lovingly called The Argonaut, has captured the memories, milestones, and history of our school and community.

This digital collection lets you explore generations of students and events, with a convenient search-by-text feature to make finding names, clubs, and special moments easier than ever. (Note that feature may not work on all yearbooks)

Dive into our rich history and reconnect with the past!Note: Yearbooks will be updated every 10 years.

https://imschools.org/en-US/yearbookcatalog