The 2026-2027 MAPS School Board Student Representatives are Kirra Longton and Colt Stensberg. They are both Ombudsmen on the Marquette Senior High School Student Council. The School Board would like to thank Kirra and Colt for their willingness to serve!
Our facilities teams and partners have been hard at work. Check out their latest newsletter for what is going on!
When students are present, they build the daily reading practice that keeps them on track. Every Day Counts!
#UPAttendance #EveryDayCounts
#UPAttendance #EveryDayCounts
Through 3rd grade, students learn to read. After 3rd grade, they read to learn. Every Day Counts!
Regular attendance in the early years opens doors to science, history, art, and beyond. Being here early sets the stage for a lifetime of learning!
#UPAttendance #EveryDayCounts
Regular attendance in the early years opens doors to science, history, art, and beyond. Being here early sets the stage for a lifetime of learning!
#UPAttendance #EveryDayCounts
Did you know?
Early attendance and early literacy grow side by side! Every Day Counts at school - reading, learning, and building the foundation for a bright future.
#UPAttendance #EveryDayCounts
October 6th is National Instructional Coaches Day! Thank you to our instructional coaches for all you do! #thankyouinstructionalcoaches
October 2nd is National Custodian Day! Thank you to our custodians for all you do! #thankyoucustodians
October is National Principals Month! Thank you to our principals for all you do! #thankyouprincipals
Check out the amazing photos of the SunRISE project by MSHS's photography club! If you want to learn more about the awesome science MSHS students are doing check out https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2026/09/28/mshs-partners-with-umich-nasa-install-new-radio-antenna-system/?fbclid=IwY2xjawUo7KVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAWJyaWQRMVJUdkw2UHBvMHphcEVSUUtzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeAtkGRsovuZnXl8BBogVDenk_47OgTBLVWk5woO8_kuA-NZ_CKu3mDxsIzyM_aem_gBx92qyEWmJdknWAj9YjdA
September 26th is National School Parent Group Day! Thank you to our school parent groups for all you do! #thankyouschoolparentgroups
September 15th is National IT Professionals Day! Thank you to our IT professionals for all you do! #thankyouitprofessionals
Welcome Back to School! We can't wait for a great year!
Happy Labor Day!
MAPS is hiring Special Education Aides for the 2026-2027 school year! Apply online today!
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REMINDER:
Our rural non-congregate summer meal service at Vandenboom (1175 Erie Street) is quickly approaching its final distribution date.
Friday, August 21st is our absolute final pickup day for the summer.
DETAILS:
- Day & Time: Aug 21st from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
- Ages Allowed: Free for all children 18 years of age and under.
- Sign-Up Rule: You must sign up 24 hours in advance (by Thursday at 10:00 a.m.) so we can ensure an accurate meal count.
Find more information and forms on our website: https://www.mapsnet.org/page/food-services
MAPS is excited to announce that we have provided over 17,000 meals this summer, from June through the end of July, with more to come. These meals have been distributed through our various programs and partnerships, including the summer school program, rural non-congregate services, and the YMCA early childhood program. Thank you to our dedicated food service staff for all you do!
For more information, please visit our website at https://www.mapsnet.org/page/food-services.
Happy Father's Day!
MAPS' future is bright! 🌟 This week, MAPS administration, staff, students, and our community partners are working together with Daniel Knewitz from CAREI to shape the future of our district. We’re focused on refining our MTSS framework and setting clear, actionable objectives to ensure every student succeeds. Thank you to everyone lending their voice to this important work! #MAPS #StrategicPlanning #CommunityFirst
Today we celebrated the phenomenal careers of our 2025-2026 retirees. We would like to thank them for their knowledge, experience, dedication, and tireless service to our children and community. They will be missed!
Retirees from Bothwell Middle School:
Bill Wesela, Aide
Jean Spehalski, Aide
Retirees from Marquette Alternative High School:
Cynthia DePetro, English Teacher
Retirees from Marquette Senior High School:
Steven Solinski, Science Teacher
District-Wide Retirees:
Debra Reynolds, Native Ed. Tutor
Retirees from Graveraet Elementary School:
Dr. Kristen Peterson, Principal
Congratulations to all!
Retirees from Bothwell Middle School:
Bill Wesela, Aide
Jean Spehalski, Aide
Retirees from Marquette Alternative High School:
Cynthia DePetro, English Teacher
Retirees from Marquette Senior High School:
Steven Solinski, Science Teacher
District-Wide Retirees:
Debra Reynolds, Native Ed. Tutor
Retirees from Graveraet Elementary School:
Dr. Kristen Peterson, Principal
Congratulations to all!
Today we celebrated our Elementary Teacher of the Year, 6-12 Teacher of the Year, and Support Staff Person of the Year.
Our Support Staff Person of the Year is Dawn Glasgow, a bus driver in our Transportation Department. Her nominator wrote, “Dawn is a front-line support staff member in building families’ trust in our special education department. She demonstrates strong relationships with the students, and parents are able to rely on her to keep their child safe and loved on their way to school. Dawn cares greatly for MAPS’ students and that is easily observed by watching her at any pick-up or drop-off spot. She values both students and staff. Dawn is greatly involved in the communication supports of the schools and transportation department. She has made communication more clear, efficient and collaborative. Dawn makes herself a great example on safety procedures for students. Dawn puts in great time and effort to keep our specialized transportation on track and organized.”
Our MAPS K-5 Teacher of the Year is Andrea Johnston, a Title 1 Teacher at Graveraet Elementary School. Her colleagues wrote, “Andrea is an outstanding educator for Marquette Area Public Schools because she not only excels in teaching in her own classroom, but has helped build an environment throughout the whole building for learning to grow and flourish. Andrea is committed to educational excellence, while keeping a positive attitude that positively impacts both her student and staff… Andrea is not just a teacher. She is a champion for teaching and learning. She is a mentor to colleagues who seek her wisdom and expertise. She is a collaborator who builds better systems and methods for students. She is an educator who works tirelessly to positively impact the lives of each and every student she knows. Most of all, she is a dedicated human being who comes to work every day striving to make a difference in the lives of those around her.”
Our MAPS 6-12 Teacher of the Year is Jessica Boehlke, a Special Education Teacher at Bothwell Middle School. Her colleague wrote, “Jessica’s presence in our school makes us a better place to be. Not only is she a phenomenal special education teacher, knowledgeable and skilled in her craft, but her willingness to jump in to help when she sees any need makes her an irreplaceable colleague… What is amazing about Mrs. Boehlke is that while others are happy to stay in their individual classrooms taking care of their own responsibilities, Jessica is out making all students and all parts of Bothwell better. So many general education students know, appreciate and benefit from Mrs. Boehlke’s hard work along with her special education students, administration and fellow teachers.”
Each awardee received $750, a plaque honoring this recognition, and their name permanently displayed on the MAPS website under “Teacher and Staff Recognition”.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding MAPS professionals!
On behalf of the Board of Education, MAPS administration, and our students and families, thank you for your dedication and commitment to educating our youth!
Our Support Staff Person of the Year is Dawn Glasgow, a bus driver in our Transportation Department. Her nominator wrote, “Dawn is a front-line support staff member in building families’ trust in our special education department. She demonstrates strong relationships with the students, and parents are able to rely on her to keep their child safe and loved on their way to school. Dawn cares greatly for MAPS’ students and that is easily observed by watching her at any pick-up or drop-off spot. She values both students and staff. Dawn is greatly involved in the communication supports of the schools and transportation department. She has made communication more clear, efficient and collaborative. Dawn makes herself a great example on safety procedures for students. Dawn puts in great time and effort to keep our specialized transportation on track and organized.”
Our MAPS K-5 Teacher of the Year is Andrea Johnston, a Title 1 Teacher at Graveraet Elementary School. Her colleagues wrote, “Andrea is an outstanding educator for Marquette Area Public Schools because she not only excels in teaching in her own classroom, but has helped build an environment throughout the whole building for learning to grow and flourish. Andrea is committed to educational excellence, while keeping a positive attitude that positively impacts both her student and staff… Andrea is not just a teacher. She is a champion for teaching and learning. She is a mentor to colleagues who seek her wisdom and expertise. She is a collaborator who builds better systems and methods for students. She is an educator who works tirelessly to positively impact the lives of each and every student she knows. Most of all, she is a dedicated human being who comes to work every day striving to make a difference in the lives of those around her.”
Our MAPS 6-12 Teacher of the Year is Jessica Boehlke, a Special Education Teacher at Bothwell Middle School. Her colleague wrote, “Jessica’s presence in our school makes us a better place to be. Not only is she a phenomenal special education teacher, knowledgeable and skilled in her craft, but her willingness to jump in to help when she sees any need makes her an irreplaceable colleague… What is amazing about Mrs. Boehlke is that while others are happy to stay in their individual classrooms taking care of their own responsibilities, Jessica is out making all students and all parts of Bothwell better. So many general education students know, appreciate and benefit from Mrs. Boehlke’s hard work along with her special education students, administration and fellow teachers.”
Each awardee received $750, a plaque honoring this recognition, and their name permanently displayed on the MAPS website under “Teacher and Staff Recognition”.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding MAPS professionals!
On behalf of the Board of Education, MAPS administration, and our students and families, thank you for your dedication and commitment to educating our youth!
