NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Grades EK-4

900 5th Street Iron Mountain, MI 49801

906-779-2626


Principal: Andy Mendini

Administrative Assistant: Ruthie Yoder

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District News

  • Sep 16, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    Immediate Action Required: FinalForms Due September 30

    Dear Parent/Guardian,

    Our records show you have at least one form not completed in FinalForms. Please complete all student information forms immediately.

    Deadline: September 30, 2025

    If forms are not submitted by this date, your PowerSchool access will be suspended.

    All Iron Mountain families (including Homeschool Partnership/Virtual) are required to confirm student information in FinalForms: https://ironmountain-mi.finalforms.com

    • Select the “Parent” option when filling out paper forms.
    • Use “N/A” in any blank fields to proceed.
    • Students in grades 7–12 will then receive registration paperwork via school email to complete on their Chromebooks.

    For assistance, contact your student’s school office.

    Thank you for addressing this matter without delay.


  • students surrounding Little Library with school staff and Lynne Lillge
    Sep 12, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    North Elementary Opens New Free Little Library Sponsored by Local Illustrator

    North Elementary is excited to share that we now have a brand-new Free Little Library right on our school grounds!

    The Lynne Lillge Little Library was made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship by Chelsey Lynne Lillge the Italic Illustrator. Lynne created the library complete with illustrations of beloved characters, and donated dozens of books including from local authors. The Free Little Library will be a space at North Elementary where students, families, and community members can “take a book, leave a book,” and enjoy the simple joy of reading. It’s a great way to build connections, encourage literacy, and make books easily available for everyone.

    We are so grateful to Lynne for helping bring this project to life. Their support makes a meaningful difference for our school and community, and we can’t wait to see this little library filled with well-loved stories and new favorites.

    Next time you’re at North Elementary, stop by, check it out, and help us keep the love of reading growing!


  • Students raise flag
    Sep 11, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    Remembering 9/11

    Each morning, our North Elementary fourth graders proudly raise the American flag as part of their daily routine. Today, on September 11, they lowered the flag to half-mast in remembrance of the lives lost and the heroes who showed great courage on this day in 2001.We are proud of our students for honoring this tradition with respect and care.


  • We are proud to announce this year’s Homecoming Court representing Iron Mountain High School!
    Sep 11, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    2025 Homecoming Court

    We are proud to announce this year’s Homecoming Court representing Iron Mountain High School!


  • flier
    Sep 8, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    North Elementary School Fundraiser

    Hello North Elementary Parents,

    Today, your child is bringing home a Book Buddy Lanyard letting you know about a safe and easy way for our school to raise funds for essential tools our students and teachers need to succeed.

    The SchoolStore Program is 100% online so there is NO face-to-face selling, handling money, or delivering products. Your participation will take less than 12 minutes, and there are exciting prizes to make it fun for the students.

    Here is all you need to do to participate: 1. Go to https://www.schoolstore.net/sid.t?0000153899 to sign up. 2. Send form emails inviting family, friends and co-workers to support your child by making purchases from the following businesses: Merchant List. 3. Return the Book Buddy Lanyard with the Student Prize Code to school for your child to get their fun participation prize.

    Be sure to ask your child for the Book Buddy Lanyard tonight. Your participation will make a difference for our school and teachers!

    Thanks,

    North Elementary School


  • Sep 2, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    Homework Hour (7th-12th Grade)

    Students in grades 7–12 are invited to join Homework Hour after school from 3:00–4:00 pm Mondays-Thursdays in Mr. Christiansen's room. This is a great opportunity to receive extra help on assignments, ask questions, and stay on top of classwork in a supportive environment.

    Aug 26, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    Reminder- Cell Phone Policy

    As the school year begins tomorrow, we are reaching out with an important reminder:

    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).

    Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment for all students.

    Aug 26, 2025 · Iron Mountain Public Schools

    Bus Route Information Now Available

    Choice Transportation Bus Service will provide bus transportation for Iron Mountain Public Schools for the 2025-26 school year. Please visit our Transportation Webpage for routes and more information.

    Students should be at their bus stop at least 10 minutes before the published arrival time. Pick-up and drop-off times are subject to change, based on the need to make adjustments because of route changes.

    Be prepared for some variation of times during the first few weeks. The arrival times should be consistent after the first two weeks of school.

    Bus route schedules will be updated on our website as they become available.

    If you have questions or need to update your transportation situation, please call your school office.



OUR SCHOOL

    Title I

    Title I funding is used to offer support services to students who need extra time and instruction to master grade level curriculum. Title I schools are identified through a state formula each year.

    A parent letter will be sent home if your child is identified as eligible for support services funded through Title I. Title I services may be short term or long term depending on the needs of each individual student. We are pleased to offer these services to help ALL of our students be successful.

    If you have any further questions, please contact your child's building Principal or the District Office.  

    Summer School

    Find information here

    Homework Hour

    Homework hour is available after school on days of the week TBD for no cost to parents for students who need extra help outside the classroom.

    Specials
    • Art
    • Music
    • Gym
    Our Playground

    See video of our newly built playground on our Facebook page here!

    School Safety Features

    Security door system with locked entry, security camera system, laminated film glass, School Resource Officer Matt Opolka

    Our School Resource Officer

    Officer Matt Opolka spends time between the buildings on our campus on a daily basis. Learn more about school safety here.

    Box Tops for Education

    Box Tops for Education

    No more cutting and collecting! Download the Box Tops App on the Google Play or Apple App Store today to start earning cash for our schools! Many items are eligible for earnings (see full list here: https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/box-tops-products**)****You can even connect your online Walmart account with Box Tops to save time and maximize your donations!**Thank you in advance for your support and participation. Go Mountaineers!

    Panorama Survey

    The district periodically surveys all Iron Mountain Public School families in order to gain insight into family perception of our school and district effectiveness. To ensure we continue to provide high quality, rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of our learners and prepare them for college and career, we need your and your student's feedback.

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