STATE CHAMPION! Braden Prielipp finishes first in D4 for high jump! 6’8” was the winning jump. This meet concluded Braden’s senior season on just about as high of a note as possible!
Braden was the D4 state HJ champion his sophomore year and finished runner-up last year. To come back this year and jump as well and consistent as he has is a testament to his growth throughout high school. In addition to his physical development, his leadership ability really started to surface this year as well as his ability to deal with the ups and downs of having to compete in an event where you always finish by failing three attempts. Braden’s high jump legacy will remain on the wall in the gym with the school record set last year in Kalkaska at 6’10”. - Coach Keeler
District Champs! 🏆 Congratulations Varsity Baseball! They clinched the district title with a win over Mesick. They now move on to regional play. Information will be announced soon!
The Marion Elementary staff would like to wish students and their families a safe and relaxful summer! Remember to keep reading!
Marion High School will miss two smiling faces next fall. Mrs. Janet Mort and Ms. Lisa Sembach are retiring. Both enjoyed a student send off during MHS's last Recognition Rally on May 15. Along with the usual student recognitions, this rally included a "Who said it? Taylor Swift or Shakespeare" competition between Mrs. Mort and Mrs. Ballew-Hoffman with their student "families". Ms. Lisa was greeted with the biggest crowd cheer the MHS gym has seen since winter sports. Thank you for serving our students, school staff and community with your dedicated smiles! Take a peek at Mr. Pummell and a couple of his Science Students of the Year. Mr. Pummell is resigning at the end of this year and will also be missed by MHS staff and students. We wish him the best in the next adventure in Montana. You will also notice the "coach talk" from Mr. Grundy so our students could "Power Through" to the end of school. Look, Coach, they made it!!
Marion Public Schools wishes to extend the BIGGEST thank you to our retiring staff. Janet Mort, Lisa Sembach and Lynna Eising were presented with an appreciation award at the staff luncheon to celebrate their years of service to the district and community. We wish the best years of retirement- full of fun, family, relaxation and in Janet's case more sewing. Please feel free to drop them a note of congratulations or appreciation if you wish. Enjoy the next chapter of life!
JR/SR High School Science Teacher Opening
Baseball Districts will be held tomorrow, Friday, May 30th in Marion!
Game 1: 10:00am- Mesick vs. Buckley
Game 2: Approx. 12:00 - Marion vs. Forest Area
Game 3: Approx. 2:00 - District Championship Game (winners of games 1 & 2)
Games will start 30 minutes after the conclusion of the previous game.
Tickets must be purchased on Go Fan https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10350 or with a card at the gate. Cash will not be accepted. #GoEagles!
Softball Districts will be held tomorrow, Friday, May 30th in Marion!
Game 1: 10:00am- Pentwater vs. White Cloud
Game 2: Approx. 12:00 - Marion vs. Holton
Game 3: Approx. 2:00 - District Championship Game (winners of games 1 & 2)
Games will start 30 minutes after the conclusion of the previous game.
Tickets must be purchased on Go Fan https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10350 or with a card at the gate. Cash will not be accepted. #GoEagles!
Marion Public Schools would like to remember and honor the men and women of our armed forces that fought and sacrificed for the freedoms we have. Thank you to the Marion VFW post 6015, the Auxiliary, Band Director Emily French and the jr high/high school band for helping our community pay tribute this Memorial Day 2024.
Opening for Elementary Teaching Position
Today the second graders had a wonderful experience traveling to Glen Arbor to see Lake Michigan and to climb the Sleeping Bear Dunes!
Important Notice: A reminder that Wednesday, May 29, and Thursday, May 30, are half days. The elementary will start at 8:00 and dismiss at 11:30. Junior high and high school will start at 7:50 and dismiss at 11:20. Have a great summer!
Memorial Day Event
Final goodbyes to the elementary, its staff and future graduates.
Congratulations to the baseball and softball teams! Both teams have clinched Conference Titles! Softball defeated MCE this past Friday and baseball defeated Mesick tonight to secure the titles! It's a great day to be an Eagle!🏆
Memorial Day is a federal holiday where we honor and mourn those brave men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country. Please join the Marion High School Band and VFW 6015 as we pay tribute to those who fought for our country on Monday May 27th at 10am at Marion Veterans' Memorial on Main St.
The baseball game that was scheduled to be played in Mesick on 5/20 had been rescheduled for 5/21.
Come and celebrate the Class of 2024. Graduation will be held Friday, May 24, at 7:00pm in the high school gymnasium. Congratulations Class of 2024!
The varsity track teams competed in the Regional Meet this past Saturday. The following athletes have advanced to the MHSAA LP Division 4 Finals meet which will be held on June 1 at Baldwin Middle School in Hudsonville:
Dru VanEpps - 200 m dash
James Williams - Shot Put
Cole Meyer - Discus
Braden Prielipp - High Jump and Long Jump
McKayla Cruson - Discus
Congratulations and good luck at the State Meet!
The Senior Class of 2024 celebrated their last day of high school with a blend of new and traditional events that made for a memorable farewell. The day kicked off with a Sunrise Breakfast at The Flashback, where students gathered to enjoy a meal together as the first light of day broke over their hometown. This early morning gathering allowed them to share laughter, reminisce about their high school journey, and prepare for the day's activities. After breakfast, they headed off to their final classes, where they tied up any loose ends and said goodbye to their teachers and friends.
As the morning turned into afternoon, the excitement continued with a fantastic cookout at lunch. The cookout featured a delicious spread of hotdogs, hamburgers, and a variety of side dishes. This feast was made possible thanks to the generous contributions of many families, who provided the food and helped with the preparations. The sense of community and support was evident as everyone came together to make this day special for the graduating seniors.
To add an extra layer of fun, Edward’s Rentals and More donated an inflatable obstacle course. This provided the students with a final opportunity to engage in carefree, childlike play, creating lasting memories of their last day at high school.
The seniors took their final walk around the track, where they received applause and cheers from their family and friends. Each step symbolized not only the end of their high school journey, but also the beginning of new adventures.
Following the walk, the tradition continued with a spirited water balloon fight. It was a perfect way to celebrate the end of their school days, a final burst of childhood fun before stepping into the responsibilities of adulthood.
As the sun began to set on this memorable day, a few of the seniors gathered in the athletic complex to witness the sunset together. The setting sun marked the end of one chapter and the dawn of another, a beautiful reminder that though high school was over, the bonds they had formed would last a lifetime.
Graduation is set for May 24th at 7pm and will take place in the High School Gymnasium.
