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Birchview School
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Dan Barry, Principal
Melissa Corkin, Secretary
Ishpeming Middle and
High School
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Vicki Lempinen, Principal
Shelly Johnson, Secretary
District Office
485-5501
John Summerhill
Superintendent
Connie Bertucci, Secretary
Special Education
485-1066
Tamara Doney
Transportation
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Dan Barry
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2015
2010 Valedictorian
Valedictorian ~ Tamara Simula
Tamara Simula, daughter of Gerald and Etta Simula is the Valedictorian for the class of 2015.
She finished the year with a perfect 4.0. While a student at
Ishpeming High School, Tammy was involved in Volleyball,
Basketball, National Honor Society, Key Club, I-Club, and
Girl Power. She was the recipient of several honors and
awards. She was a member of the All-Defensive basketball team in 2014 and 2015, she received an Excellence in
Education award all four years of high school, she received
an Excellence in Education Scholarship, Scholastic Physical Fitness award from the Michigan Army National Guard,
Kaye Scholarship from NMU, Elks Most Valuable Student
Scholarship, Daughters of the American Revolution Good
Citizenship Award, and 1st Place in HOSA Regional and 3rd place in HOSA State competition.
Tammy plans to attend Northern Michigan University and pursue a career in the medical field.
2010 Salutatorian
2015 Salutatorian
Salutatorian ~ Erin Heidelberger
Our Salutatorian, Erin Lynn Heidelberger, daughter of Karin
and Joseph Heidelberger, finished her high school career
with a 3.97 GPA. Erin was involved in many activities while
in high school including Band, Orchestra, Chorus, High
School Bowl, and National Honor Society. She has consistently been on the Honor Roll, was an Excellence in Education Scholarship recipient, received the Elks Foundation
Scholarship, as well as a Presidential Award from Michigan
Tech. Erin plans to attend Michigan Technological University
for Engineering.
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Commencement
Friday, June 5, 2015
7:00 p.m.
W. C. Peterson Auditorium
Senior Class Officers
President:
Nathanial Meyer
Vice President: Mark Holmgren
Secretary:
Jordan Musser
Treasurer:
Thomas Bleau
Representative: Cody Johnson
Advisors:
Carole Turner and Etta Simula
Class Flower:
Class Colors:
Class Song:
Class Motto:
Forget-Me-Not
Sparkly Silver and Royal Blue
“It’s My Life” by: Bon Jovi
“One day you’re seventeen and you’re planning for someday. And then quietly, without you ever really noticing, someday is today.” (One Tree Hill—Nathan
Skoctt)
Senior Graduates 2015
Brianna Lynn Aho, Faith Marie Austin, Kelsi Lynn Beaumont Andrews, Torie Anne Beltrame, Nicholas Joseph Bertucci,
Thomas Matthew Bleau, Jessica Lynn Carello, Libby Jean Chipman, McKenzie Rae Dobson, Kaylie Lynn Engler, Dylan
Urias Giuchin, Austin Micheal Hakkarinen, Erin Lynn Heidelberger, Travis James Hoffman, Mark Charles Holmgren,
Benjamin Phillip Johns, Cody James Johnson, Tyler Jacob Knight, Lauren Elise Lasko, Elijah Anthony Lemard, Emily
Patricia Liquia, Adam Thomas Loman, Steven Laurence Luokkala, Kiana Pauline Maki, Bethany LeeAnn Mannila, Halle
Denise Mashburn, Amelia Jo McCormick, Nathanial Ryan Meyer, Jordan Charles Musser, Emily Lizabeth Myers, Joseph Scott Nault, Braiden Alexander Nelson, Catherine Anne Nevala, Joshua Allen Penrose, Thomas Phillip Potter,
Jared Allen Quinnell, Bree Ann Ranta, Kaylee Michelle Ronn, Honora Rose Seppanen, Tamara May Simula, Morgan
Leigh Skytta, Jessica Lee Spencer, Chloe Ann Stetson, Dominic Peter Suardini, Zachary Charles Suardini, Lance Benjamin Swenor, Nya-Surah Nikba Murad Thomas, Lindsey Noelle Thompson, Daniel Joseph Thornton, Khayluv Grant
Torres, Christian James Tousignant, Elizabeth Ann Uuro, Alec Steven Vanhorn, Joseph Anthony Warner, Cheyanne
Justice Wedgworth, Krystal Marie Wells, Johnathan Christopher Willey, Jesse Wayne Williams
Class of 2015 Accomplishments
Football
2014 State Runner Up
2014 MPC Champions
2013 State Champions
2013 MPC Champions
Jeff Olson – Coach of the Year
2014 All U.P. Class C Team of the Year
2012 State Champions
MPC All Conference
 Dominic Suardini: Defensive Player of the Year, 1st Team Inside Linebacker
 Dan Thornton: Lineman of the Year, 1st Team Offensive Guard, 1st Team Defensive End
 Joe Nault: 1st Team Tackle
 Ozzy Hakkarinen: 1st Team Running Back, 1st Team Defensive Back
 Nate Meyer: Honorable mention Fullback
 Alec VanHorn: 1st Team Defensive Lineman
All U.P.
 Dan Thornton: All U.P. Dream Team Offensive Guard
 Dominic Suardini: All U.P. Dream Team Linebacker
 Ozzy Hakkarinen: 1st Team Defensive Back
 Alec Van Horn: 1st Team Defensive Lineman
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Class of 2015 Accomplishments (Continued)
All State Detroit Free Press
 Ozzy Hakkarinen
 Dan Thornton
 Dominic Suardini
Cross Country
2014 Girls MPC Champions
2014 Girls U.P. State Champions
2014 Boys U.P. State Champions
 Mark Holmgren: All U.P., All State Academic
 Tommy Potter: All U.P.
Volleyball
 Jessica Spencer: MPC All Conference 1st Team
Girls’ Basketball
2014-2015 MPC Champions
2013-2014 District Champions
2012-2013 District Champions
MPC All Conference
 Jessica Spencer: Player of the Year
 Kaylie Engler: 1st Team
 Tammy Simula: All Defensive Team
Boys’ Basketball
2015 District Champions
Wrestling
2015 District Champions
2012 District Champions
 Alec VanHorn: 1ST place in District, Regional Qualifier
 Christian Tousignant: Regional Qualifier
 Johnathan Willey: Stae Finals Qualifier, 129 career wins
 Cody Johnson: State Finals Qualifier
 Nate Meyer: 102 career wins
Track
2013 Boys U.P. Runner Up
2014 Boys Regional Champions
2014 Boys U.P. Champions
MHSAA Scholar-Athlete Finalist
 Mark Holmgren
Band
Scored 1 at Band Festival
HOSA
 Amelia McCormick: 1st in Dental Science at Regionals
 Cody Johnson: State Final Qualifier
 Christian Tousignant: Regional Qualifier
 Alec VanHorn: Regional Qualifier
Bowling
Labeled “Best Team in U.P.”
Regional Champions
Finished top 8 in States
Other
Quiz Bowl: Made it to round 3; “Sweet 16”
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Class of 2015 Scholarship Recipients
Brianna Aho – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship
Faith Austin – Anona Quayle Nursing Scholarship; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Ferris State University Ferris Gold Scholarship; Ferris State University Merit Grant; Ishpeming High School Alumni Association Scholarship; Pioneer Kiwanis Scholarship
Thomas Bleau – Alma College Presidential Scholarship and Scholar Summit Award; American Legion Auxiliary – Lillian Larson Unit #114; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Douglas & Lillian Larson Scholarship; Ishpeming High School Alumni Association Scholarship; Paul Blewett Memorial Scholarship
Jessica Carello – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award
McKenzie Dobson – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award; Ishpeming High School Alumni Association – Nellie (Giotto) Gaball Italian-American Scholarship; TruNorth Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Kaylie Engler – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan Honors Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Clermont C. &
Kathryn K. Watson Scholarship Trust Fund; Ishpeming Rotary Scholarship; Paul Blewett Memorial Scholarship; William &
Jean Hocking Scholarship
Dylan Giuchin – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Swick
Home Services-Ray Sischo Memorial Scholarship
Erin Heidelberger – C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship; Excellence in Education –
Francis & Genevieve Tousignant Memorial Scholarship; Edna Arsenault Memorial Scholarship; Ishpeming High School Student Citizenship Scholarship; Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship of Excellence; Nolan Scholarship;
Teal Lake Masonic Scholarship
Mark Holmgren – Andy Nault Memorial Scholarship; Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Excellence Award; C.L.
& Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Douglas & Lillian Larson Scholarship; Ishpeming High School Alumni Association Scholarship;
Ishpeming High School Student Citizenship Scholarship
Benjamin Johns – C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship; Merwyn A. Haney Memorial
Prize; Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship of Achievement and University Student Award; Nolan
Scholarship
Cody Johnson – Cathy Beinlich Memorial Scholarship; Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Excellence Award;
Northern Michigan University and Wayne State University Med-Start Award
Lauren Lasko – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award
Elijah Lemard – C.L. Phelps Prize; Independent Order of ODD Fellows Turn-Around Scholarship; Steven Leverton Memorial
Scholarship
Adam Loman – Air Force –Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship of Distinction
Kiana Maki – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award
Halle Mashburn– Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award
Amelia McCormick – St. Norbert College Van Dyke Award
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Class of 2015 Scholarship Recipients (Continued)
Nathanial Meyer – C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Clermont C. & Kathryn K. Watson Scholarship Trust Fund; Daniel Olson
Memorial Scholarship; Ferris State University Provost’s Scholarship; Nolan Scholarship
Jordan Musser – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Honors Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Mossimo
James Romeli Memorial Scholarship
Emily Myers – Ishpeming Firemen’s Association Scholarship
Catherine Nevala – Anna L. Tobin Scholarship; Carolyn Lalas Music Scholarship; Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Ishpeming High School Alumni Association – William & Ida (Giotto)
Medlyn Scholarship; Joseph Paul Bertucci Memorial Scholarship; Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees Grant;
Northern Michigan University Cunningham Scholarship; Patricia S. DeVold Memorial Scholarship;
Joshua Penrose – Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship of Leadership and Michigan Tech Alumni Legacy
Award; Steven Leverton Memorial Prize
Kaylee Ronn – Ben Renz Scholarship; Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Honors Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps
Scholarship; Everett D. Austin Memorial Scholarship; Excellence in Education – In Honor of Dorothy & Willliam ‘Bee’Sivula;
Nolan Scholarship
Tamara Simula – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Excellence Award and Kaye Scholarship; C.L. & Mary E.
Phelps Scholarship; Doctor William ‘Bee’ Sivula Scholarship; Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship; Excellence in Education
– John & Ruth Marietti Memorial Scholarship; Henrietta Nardi Scholarship; Nolan Scholarship; Northern Michigan University
Board of Trustees Grant; Teal Lake Masonic Scholarship; The Pat Potter Fund
Morgan Skytta – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Excellence Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Excellence in Education – Steve & Carole Pence Scholarship; The Pat Potter Fund
Jessica Spencer – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Honors Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Dee
Brown Memorial Scholarship; Excellence in Education Scholarship – Susan Chinn Memorial Scholarship; and The Susan
Chinn Memorial Scholarship
Chloe Stetson – William & Virginia Sawyer Scholarship
Dominic Suardini – C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship; Daniel Olson Memorial Scholarship; John M. Croze Memorial Scholarship; Michigan Technological University Presidential Scholarship of Distinction and Michigan Tech Alumni Legacy Award;
Paul Blewett Memorial Scholarship; Walter J. Crimmins Scholarship
Daniel Thornton – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award
Alec VanHorn – Daniel Olson Memorial Scholarship; Ishpeming Firemen’s Association Scholarship; Paul Valenti Memorial
Scholarship; TruNorth Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Cheyanne Wedgworth – Certificate of Merit Northern Michigan University Success Award; C.L. & Mary E. Phelps Scholarship;
Ishpeming Booster Club Prize; Let ‘Em Play Award
Krystal Wells – Let ‘Em Play Award
Johnathan Willey – Duane Phillips Memorial Scholarship; Ishpeming Booster Club Prize; Michigan Technological University
Presidential Scholarship of Achievement
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Excellence in Education
Excellence in Education Week is designed to publicly
recognize the outstanding academic achievement of
students and excellent performance of educators in
Marquette and Alger Counties. Celebrated on an annual
basis, Excellence in Education Week joins top
businesses from our community with our local schools to
celebrate educational excellence and quality schools.
Student Scholarships
Each year the top five graduating seniors receive $1,500
scholarships to further their education after high school.
This year’s recipients and their Influential Educators:
Gabrielle Croley ~ Mrs. Heather Swanson
Christine Leppanen ~ Mr. Erl Langness
Erin Heidelberger ~ Kris Swenor
Kaylee Ronn ~ Lori Boase
Tamara Simula ~ Becky Fox
Morgan Skytta ~ Scott Syrjala
Jessica Spencer ~ Scott Syrjala
Lindsey Thompson ~ Jodi Crist*
These students are honored at a banquet the Monday
night of Excellence in Education Week. Each student's
parents and an influential educator that the student has
selected as having had the greatest impact on their
academic success, attend the banquet.
Professional Development Awards
Area educators are also honored at the banquet and
receive $500 professional development awards. The
educators utilize the awards to further their education,
enhance their classroom activities, or develop unique
school projects. Mrs. Anne Asplund and Mrs. Sheila
Grazulis were award recipients this year.
Mrs. Asplund will receive $500 to help provide for support
for students to not only see a live performance by professional musicians, bt also provide a rare chance to explore
music composition and interpretation.
Mrs. Grazulis will receive $500 in order to attend a weeklong workshop on world drumming.
Industry Tours & Local Days of Excellence
During the week, outstanding students (grades 8 — 12)
from each local school district are hosted by Excellence in
Education Business Partners at local Days of Excellence
designed to honor students for their academic success.
Following the
Excellence in Education Breakfast, the
students are each assigned to a tour. Students have the
opportunity to tour the Tilden Mine, Empire Mine, RTI,
Eagle Mills, Jacobetti Skill Center or FABCO Equipment,
Inc.. The Day of Excellence concludes with a luncheon at
the Holiday Inn for honored students and community leaders.
*Lindsey Thompson had been selected as a recipient,
however she has chosen to serve our country in the Air
Force, and therefore graciously declined her scholarship
so that it would benefit another student.
Excellence in Education Week Participants
Jessica Carello
Kaylie Engler
Erin Heidelberger
Kyle Hooper
Marlice Laurin
Alyssa Palomaki
Ashok Ravindran
Morgan Skytta
Sadie Stetson
Hailly Thompson
Cheyanne Wedgworth
Erin Casey
Thomas Finegan
Hart Holmgren
Nichole Johnson
Matthew Malone
Griffin Pepin
Kaylee Ronn
Jessica Spencer
Dominic Suardini
Lindsey Thompson
John Ylitalo
Jordan Christian
Daren Giuchin
Joanna Holmgren
Lorissa Juntti
Jordan Musser
Andrew Poirier
Kelsey Routhier
Delaney Steppke
Khora Swanson
Alex Torres
Sydney Dorow
Evan Gravedoni
Mark Holmgren
Kassandra Kytola
Desiree Neveau
Madison Pruett
Tamara Simula
Audrey Stetson
Silas Talley
Mitchell Uhl
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Happy Retirement
We had several employees retire from the Ishpeming Public
School District. Please join us in congratulating:
Jeanne Cox, Support Staff
Dean Dompierre, Teacher
Diane Johnson, Teacher
Sandra Miller, Teacher
Carol Palomaki, Teacher
Laura Rundman, Support Staff
Thank you for all of your years of service.
Congratulations to all the students, parents, and staff
for another great year in the Ishpeming Schools!
Veggie University ~ Birchview Elementary
The ground was still frozen and covered with snow and ice, but the
fourth grade students at the Birchview Elementary School were getting a taste of early spring planting with the Veggie University Program.
The Veggie University Program has introduced the students to the
study of soil types, seed, and plant anatomy, planting, growing, and
nutrition. This non-profit program is from the Culinary Vegetable Institute in Milian, Ohio. The goal of the program is to change the eating
habits of children by teaching them about agriculture and healthy food
choices. Fourth grade student, Tyler Willey said, “We are learning
about seeds, how to plant them, and eating healthy.”
They started our investigation by test tasting a variety of fresh fruits
and vegetables. Isis Vollmar said, “When the plants have grown
enough, we will get to harvest them and have a feast celebration.” A
variety of vegetables such as red and green lettuce, celery, radishes,
peas, mung beans, squash, pumpkins, and even corn were planted. Andrew Prosser said, “I enjoy seeing how fast
the plants are growing each day.” We are learning that it is better to eat fresh than opening a can. This program was
new to the Birchview School this year. It was provided to our school through a grant from U. P. Health Systems Bell.
The curriculum is designed to meet the federal standards for the No Child Left Behind Initiative.
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Hematites Perform Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ~ South Pacific
In February of 2015 Denise Clark and Mrs. Grazulis held auditions for the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, South
Pacific. After a weekend of mulling over the cast and many discussions the cast list was posted on a Monday morning.
Of the 5 leading roles, only one (Alec VanHorn as Luther Billis) had performed in a major role at Peterson Auditorium
and two (Joe Nault as Emile DeBeque and Griffin Pepin as Joe Cable) had never been in a musical anywhere. Lindsay Corkin (Nellie Forbush) had been in the chorus of Guys and Dolls and Rachael Loman (Bloody Mary), who had
the most stage experience, was cast in her very first major role.
Johnathan “Pookie” Willey (Brackett), Cody Johnson (Professor) and Thomas Bleau (Stewpot) returned to the stage in
minor roles with major impact. Other sailors included Seb DeWitt, Ben Johns and Kobe Nason. This small group of
young men, along with Luther Billis, filled the stage with wonderful singing and acting in their two group numbers, Bloody
Mary and There is Nothin’ Like a Dame!
Alice Yu, an exchange student from China with no experience,
played the part of Liat.
Brianna Aho (Dinah) was also a first time performer (what a
shame!) and Kelsey Routhier led the nurses. Other performers
were Nicole Johnson, Mariel Morton, Desiree Neveau, Delaney
Steppke, Sadie Stetson and Kiya Williams (all first time performers!). Jordan Christian and Desiree Hughes filled out the cast.
Other, out-of-sight, people who made incredible contributions
were Jordan Musser and Josh Penrose (lighting and sound),
Tommy Potter (Poster and palm tree design) and Betty Mongiat
(stage props).
This show was the best musical Ishpeming High School has put on. Rachael and Alec became their characters and
the audience laughed raucously many times! Lindsay Corkin shocked the crowd with her projection and beautiful
voice. Joe Nault has just been discovered and hopefully will pursue further opportunities in college. Griffin Pepin will
definitely appear in future IHS productions.
If you missed the chance to see it in May and would like to watch it, please feel
free to contact Mrs. Sheila Grazulis, to arrange a viewing of the DVD at
[email protected].
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Hematites In Harmony Take A Bite Out Of The Big Apple
On Thursday April 9, 2015 at 5:00 a.m. forty three high school students, nine chaperones and Mrs. Grazulis boarded a
Checker Bus (driven by James) to begin their long-awaited trip to New York City! Thursday’s destination was
Sandusky, Ohio and the Kalahari Resort. The students enjoyed some water park fun, arcade games, a short rehearsal
and a good night’s sleep.
Early on Friday, they boarded the bus to complete their long
trek to the Big Apple. Upon arriving in the city at 5:30 p.m.,
they exited the bus at Ellen’s Stardust Diner, met their tour
guide, Mike, and never looked back. Their whirlwind 4 days
of sightseeing had begun! The Diner featured singing waiters and waitresses. Broadway hopefuls. Incredible performers. After a visit to Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, students had some time to wander in Times Square.
Saturday morning started
quite early with a visit to
the Today Show! Some of
the students were spotted
on TV6! That was followed by a tour of the New Amsterdam Theater, where they
learned the history of the building, the incredible renovation and were able to see and try on costumes from actual Broadway productions. Later that morning they
toured Radio City Music Hall, enjoyed lunch on our own
and headed to the Broadway Choral Workshop.
IHS Hematites in Harmony learned to sing the opening
number, Magic to Do from the musical Pippin from a
Broadway musical director. The next 45 minutes were
spent learning choreography from a Broadway performer. After this incredible experience, they headed to St.
Paul’s Church to participate in mass and perform their
concert literature in a beautiful building with incredible
acoustics. The day ended at Medieval Times, where they witnessed an incredible horse
show and cheered on Yellow Knight in a 1300 seat stadium. Their dinner was eaten without utensils.
Sunday April 12 they met their ‘step-on’ tour guide, Gideon. He brought the group to Central Park, where they sang the
National Anthem with street performer, Rakiem Walker, at the Bethesda Fountain. They also rode the Subway and
spent time at Grand Central Station. That afternoon they saw the Tony Award winning musical, Aladdin. After a couple of hours of free time in Times Square, Sunday ended with a
visit to the Top of the Rock; the best view of the city.
Monday’s incredibly long day began at Ellis Island and included the Statue of Liberty,
Wallstreet, the 9/11 Museum
(heart wrenching), Little Italy
and Chinatown. They walked for
12 hours that day. “James” met
them in Little Italy at 8:00 p.m.
and they arrived home on Tuesday April 14 around 4:00
p.m.. It was the trip of a lifetime.
One student summed up the
trip, “I loved every thing. We
pretty much got the whole experience in 4 days. It was really fun.”
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2015-2016 School Calendar
September
2, Wednesday
3, Thursday
7, Monday
8, Tuesday
Professional Development
Professional Development
Labor day
Professional Development
Classes begin (1/2 day students)
October
9, Friday
Professional Development
November
25, Wednesday
26, Thursday
27, Friday
Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess
Thanksgiving Recess
December
22, Tuesday
Last day of school before winter break
January 2016
4, Monday
22, Friday
Classes resume
Records day (1/2 Day make up)
February
12, Friday
Professional Development
March
23, Wednesday
Last day of school before spring break
April
4, Monday
29, Friday
Classes resume
Break Day – Make up day
May
30, Monday
Memorial Day
June
8, Wednesday
Final student day (1/2 Day students)
Professional Development (1/2 Day)
9, Thursday
Records Day (1/2 Day Make Up)
Commencement Scheduled
Friday, June 3, 2016
7:00 p.m.
W. C. Peterson Auditorium
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Ishpeming Negaunee Nice Community Schools
On Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. at Negaunee High School, 27 area adults received their high school
diplomas from the Ishpeming-Negaunee-NICE Adult Education Program. During the 47 years of service, the program has graduated 1601 adults according to Community Schools Director, Bill Hartman.
Graduate speakers for the class of 2015 were Elaina Treloar of the Ishpeming School District and Kayla Vickery of
the NICE School District, and guest speaker was Gerald Corkin, Chairman of the Marquette County Board of Commissioners. Superintendents Dan Skewis of Negaunee, Bryan DeAugustine of NICE, and John Summerhill of Ishpeming, along with their board presidents and Community Schools Director Bill Hartman, presented diplomas.
Captain Stephen Hansen of the Ishpeming Salvation Army gave the invocation and benediction, and William Koski,
Teacher with the Ishpeming-Negaunee-NICE Community Schools, served as Master of Ceremonies.
CLASS OF 2015
Daniel J. Arpiainen
Brad Scott Beaman
Cole A. Carlson
Christopher M. Cass
Wesley Allen Cote
Christa Cox
Erica Dishnow-Bess
Casey J. Emanuelson
Michelle Fetterhoff
Andrew J. Freeman
Cortney R. Hakkarinen
Sierra Rae Hakkarinen
Patrick W. Hansen
Melisah Marie Jenkins
Class Motto:
Vivian Leah Johnson
Dylan T. Juchemich
Cassidee Lynn-Marie Kudis
Karah Haileigh Lawry
Haley Justine-Momi Leader
Thomas B. Peters
Krystene S. Jacobson
Amber Leigh Skinner
Marisa Paige Tasson
Elaina R. Treloar
Kayla M. Vickery
Desarae A. Waara
Tami L. White
“Dream as if you will live forever, live as if you will die today”. – James Dean
Class Flower: Tiger Lily
Class Colors: Blue and Gold
Class Song:
“Do I Make You Proud” by Taylor Hicks
“We Go Together” from Grease
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Ishpeming Public School District No. 1
319 East Division Street
Ishpeming, MI 49849
John R. Summerhill
Anthony J. Bertucci
Superintendent of Schools
Phone: (906) 485-5501
Business Manager
Fax: (906) 485-1422
When I reflect on the 2014 – 2015 school year and all of the accomplishments of our students and staff, I
am amazed and in awe. The dedication and drive is impressive, and the results have culminated in scholarships, pride and unexpected doors opening for our students. Half a million dollars was earned by our graduating senior class this year; a reward much needed in these hard and difficult times. And now that these
58 seniors have graduated, we have 58 new alumni of Ishpeming Public Schools. I hope that your education at Ishpeming serves you well as you move into your new phase of life.
As the school year has come to a close, we have a natural inclination to look back and reminisce about the
school year. We remember all of the accomplishments, fun times, lasting memories, staff and student
achievements and even the setbacks. I believe that it is important to look to the future, as well. Ishpeming
Public Schools has made several gains toward the ultimate goal of creating a learning environment where
all students learn at high levels. Staff has worked on, and continues to work on, the School Improvement
Plans (SIP) they have created, creating a positive learning environment, and staff has spent countless
hours in the pursuit of educating ALL students. We also continue to work on the culture and climate of our
district through P.O.W.E.R. program, Peer-to-Peer, Safe and Civil School training, Response to Intervention
program and a Positive Behavioral Intervention System (PBIS). All of these efforts are designed to improve
the academic and social environment of our community and school system. I encourage you to ask questions and get involved in this process. The families and community of Ishpeming are integral parts to creating a great school district. Only together will we create a better and brighter future.
Also, a heartfelt welcome needs to be extended to our incoming Kindergarten Class of 2028 parents and
students – Welcome to the Ishpeming Public School family! I look forward to meeting you and working with
you and your son or daughter. Please join Ishpeming Public Schools and get involved in any way that you
can. I know that our senior parents would agree that their involvement added to their child’s success. I look
forward to many great years with our newest addition.
Seniors, congratulations and good luck! Everyone have a great summer!
John Summerhill
Superintendent of Schools
Another Century of Excellence
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