Marshall Public Schools

The scores are in... Marshall High School is the highest performing high school in the county and surrounding area when measured by SAT College Readiness standards. MHS topped every Calhoun County high school as well as the following neighboring schools: Western High School, Charlotte High School, Concord High School, Jackson High School, Northwest High School, and Springport High School.

Great job staff and students of MPS!

Check out the new ATHLETICS EVENT CALENDAR on marshallpublicschools.org - All athletic events, home and away, all in one place!

Click the link below to check it out
https://www.marshallpublicschools.org/athletics/athletic-calendar

5th grade students at Gordon Elementary celebrated their 5th day of 5th grade by making solar oven s’mores in Gordon’s outdoor classroom.

Find out how to make your own solar oven s'mores by visiting https://climatekids.nasa.gov/smores/

Johnny’s Markets (Walters-Dimmick Petroleum) has generously donated $2,500 in gas gift cards to Marshall Public Schools to assist unhoused and foster care students with transportation support.

The gift cards will be distributed to eligible families to help cover fuel costs for getting students to and from school.

We're grateful for Johnny’s support of our students in need. Reliable transportation is critical for academic success, and these gift cards will make a real difference for many families

Thank you Johnny’s Markets for being a strong community partner.

The 2024-2025 school year is off to a great start at Harrington Elementary!

- Morning Mantra -
I am somebody.
I was somebody when I came here.
I will be a better somebody when I leave.
I am important and I am smart.
I am worthy of the education that I get here.
I am somebody.

Great news for middle and high school students in our district - you can now attend all home athletic events for free! Starting this school year, any student in grades 6-12 will be able to get into home games, matches, and competitions at no cost.

This new policy is aimed at making it easier for our young people to get involved and engaged with their school's sports teams. By removing the financial barrier of admission fees, we hope to see more students coming out to cheer on their classmates and be a part of the exciting game day atmosphere.

Whether you're a diehard fan of the varsity football team or just want to try out a new sport you haven't seen live before, you're invited to attend for free. This applies to all home events hosted by our middle schools and high schools - from volleyball and soccer to track and field.

We believe that extracurricular activities like school sports play a vital role in the overall education and development of our students. Not only do they teach important lessons about teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition, but they also foster school spirit and community pride.

By opening up free admission, we hope to encourage more students to experience that school spirit firsthand and take an active part in supporting their peers. So come on out to the next big game - admission is on us!

https://www.marshallpublicschools.org/departments/communications/~board/our-story/post/free-admission-for-mps-students-6-12-at-home-athletic-events

High School students celebrated the start of the new school year with an all school assembly. 🎉

Go Redhawks!

Last First Day ☀️

Seniors meet before school at 6:30 a.m. to celebrate their last first day of the school year. What a great tradition.

Marshall’s SRO Groeneveld and friends helped ensure the seniors started the year off right by providing donuts.

Dear Students -

We can't wait to see you tomorrow!

❤️❤️,
MPS Staff

We're thrilled to announce the installation of new digital LED landmark signs at all district schools. These eye-catching displays will enhance communication between our schools and the community.

Key features:
High-visibility LED screens
Real-time updates for events and announcements
Energy-efficient design
Weather-resistant construction

These modern signs will showcase important information like:
✅ Upcoming events
✅ Academic achievements
✅ Sports scores
✅ Emergency notifications

The purchase of the signs was made possible through ESSER III grant funds.

Thank you Ford Motor Company for your investment in our students and staff. A donation in the amount of $138,000 to the district will have a tremendous impact.

The donation will be used for the following:

Freestanding 20’ x 30’ fully functioning greenhouse to be placed at Marshall Middle School. The greenhouse will allow us to offer experiential learning for our middle school agri-science students.
Total contribution to the district = $100,000.

Four industrial grade outdoor basketball hoops for Marshall Middle School. The district will pay for new cement to go along with the new basketball hoops. This will allow community members another place in the district to gather for physical activity.
Total contribution to the district = $20,000

Ford’s donation will also allow us to bring in nationally acclaimed speaker, Chris Singleton, who will share his powerful message of resilience, forgiveness, and unity. Chris' journey began in the wake of tragedy when he lost his mother in the 2015 Mother Emanuel Church Shooting in Charleston, South Carolina. Through his experiences, he has cultivated a profound mission: to inspire others with his story and unite millions around the belief that "Love is Stronger Than Hate." He will speak at our staff back to school event on August 19th. On August 20th he will have the opportunity to talk to middle & high school students, and a group of athletes/community members.

Pictured:
Ford representative Gabby Bruno was on hand at a recent Board of Education meeting to share the great news with MPS Superintendent Rebecca Jones.

Pictured:
FFA Advisors Lora Finch & Andrea Gerloski with Ford representative Gabby Bruno

Kick off is right around the corner. Our facilities department has the field prepped and ready for play.

Redhawk One took flight to grab some aerial views of their hard work.

Thank you MPS Facilities team!

Marshall Public Schools is excited to announce the hiring of Mr. Jesse Brinks as our new Athletic Director.

Jesse earned a Bachelor's degree in Movement Science and a minor in Health Education from Grand Valley State University. He also holds a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from Western Michigan University. Jesse and his wife Megan are the proud parents of twin boys, Sam and Mason.

Mr. Brinks joins us after 19 successful years at Grand Rapids Northview Public Schools. Jesse is passionate about promoting student-athlete development and helping our teams and programs reach new heights.

"I look forward to serving our student-athletes and communities to achieve the best possible K-12 athletic experience," said Mr. Brinks.

Please join us in welcoming Mr. Jesse Brinks to the Redhawk family.

🎶 Band Camp 🎶

Members of the MHS marching band are spending the week at band camp putting in long days perfecting their skills. Approximately 115 students are joined by MHS marching band alumni, parents, and various staff members - Thank you to everyone who work so hard to make this a great experience for our students. Go Redhawks!

The 2024-2025 school year is right around the corner!

For information including; class supply lists, open houses, transportation, food service, calendars, and MORE - click the link below

https://bit.ly/mpsBack2School

🚌JOIN OUR TEAM🚌

BUS DRIVERS & SUB BUS DRIVERS

Play a crucial role in children's education by ensuring their safe transportation to and from school.

To join our transportation family, please visit --> https://bit.ly/NowHiringBusDriver

❗️JOIN OUR TEAM❗️
PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT/HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Follow the link to apply:
https://www.applitrack.com/calhouncounty/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=10735

Collaboration - Creativity - Engagement....the possibilities are endless.

Gordon Elementary has a new look with the delivery of their new furniture for the 2024-25 school year. Students in K-5 will be able to learn in a space that promotes collaboration, creativity, and engagement. The agile furniture allows spaces to turn from collaborative to individual work spaces in a matter of minutes.

Soaring above MHS on a beautiful summer day.

Say goodbye to the classroom furniture of the 1960s & 1970's, say hello to 21st century furniture!

The middle school became the 1st of 7 buildings to receive new classroom furniture as part of the MPS districtwide furniture project. Students will be able to use the new flexible and agile furniture to collaborate with classmates to kick off the 2024-2025 school year.

By the end of summer, every classroom in our district will have new furniture.

The entire project is funded with ESSER III grant dollars.

Middle School Project Fast Facts:
- Over 24 TONS of new furniture was delivered.
- 36 classrooms were outfitted with new teacher and student workstations.
- 4 administration offices received new furniture
- 3 teacher workroom/conference spaces were updated

- Attention Marshall Taxpayers -

Due to a combination of higher city of Marshall property values, increased solar fields, and fiscally responsible decisions made by the district - your taxes will be going DOWN.

School debt millage rates will be going from 6 down to 4 mills. You will see the decrease starting on your Summer 2024 tax bill. A monthly SAVINGS of $20.83 (based on a taxable home value of $125,000).

Michigan Youth Challenge Academy Cycle 50 celebrated many achievements today before their graduation this Saturday. Superintendent Jones presented awards to cadets that achieved academic excellence.

118 cadets will be graduating with 96 earning their high school diploma. Cycle 50 cadets volunteered over 5,600 hours of community service.

Congratulations!

**REMINDER**

Community Listening Sessions

On May 7, 2024 the Marshall Public Schools community voted down a $90 million bond initiative. The district would like your feedback as to why the proposal didn’t pass and how to move forward with our $150 million in facility needs.

JUNE 10, 2024 - 5:30pm
Albion Community Room at Opportunity High School

JUNE 11, 2024 - 5:30pm
Marshall Middle School Auditorium

🏆 DISTRICT CHAMPIONS 🏆

Marshall Redhawks softball team are DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!

The Redhawks beat Harper Creek 10-4 to start district play and beat Coldwater 12-1 in the district final.

The last time the Redhawks brought home a softball district title was 2004-2005.

Congratulations Ladies!

🏆 STATE CHAMPIONS 🏆

The Marshall Redhawks 4 x 800 relay of Jack Bidwell, Reece Davis, Connor Griffith, and Abraham McHugh are STATE CHAMPIONS! They achieved a personal record with a time of 7:48.49

CONGRATULATIONS! 🎉

A night to remember!

Congratulations Opportunity High School Class of 2024. We are so proud of you! ❤️🖤❤️🖤

Congratulations!

5th graders from Harrington Elementary were celebrated at Goodrich Chapel as their school year comes to an end.

❤️🖤 Congratulations Marshall High School Class of 2024 ❤️🖤

WATCH LIVE

Marshall High School Class of 2024 Commencement
Thursday, May 30, 2024 - 6:00pm

https://youtube.com/live/-G274Z9yThY