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Michael E. Sharrow, Superintendent
MPSConnect Link: https://www.midlandps.org/content2/706
October 4, 2021 Volume 9 - Edition 10
Superintendent Communiqué
Midland PS District Vision Statement
Lead with respect, trust and courage.
Ensure an equitable, collaborative and inclusive culture.
Enable all to achieve success.
OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PRINCIPAL MONTH
Principals are among the hardest working, yet often least recognized individuals in education. Principals set the academic tone for their schools, and it is their vision, dedication, and determination that provide the mobilizing force for achieving student success. (Excerpt from nassp.org) These lines from nassp.org describe Midland Public Schools' Principals and Assistant Principals so very well!
MPS Principals and APs work many, many, many hours. These are 'jobs' that cannot be turned off at the end of the workday. These selfless MPS team members work hard to ensure that curriculum and benchmarks are followed; encourage, guide and assist students and staff; meet with parents and district administration in problem resolution; enforce discipline when needed; provide an inclusive school environment so ALL students stretch, grow, and meet their maximum potential; and the list goes on and on and on. Midland Public Schools is so fortunate to have these dedicated, hardworking Principals and Assistant Principals working very hard each and every day for the education, safety and wellbeing of our 7,600+ MPS students!
When next you see your child(ren)'s Principal and Assistant Principal, please take a moment to thank him/her for all they do each and every day for students, staff & families.
Want to see the Niche rankings for yourself?
Go to www.niche.com for lots more information about 2022 Best Schools. There you can "drill down" for information about Midland Public Schools as well as the Saginaw area, Michigan and America!
Midland Public Schools 2022 Niche Rankings
Midland PS District overall Niche Grade: A
MPS ranks 845/10,772 = top 8% of Best School Districts in AMERICA
MPS ranks 39/556 = top 7% of Best School Districts in MICHIGAN
Best Public High Schools in Michigan
HH Dow High: 29/783 = top 4%
Midland High: 75/783 = top 10%
Best Public Middle Schools in Michigan
Jefferson Middle: 68/924: 7%
Northeast Middle: 99/924 = top 11%
#1 Best Public High School in Saginaw Area: HH Dow High
#1 Best Public Middle School in Saginaw Area: Jefferson Middle School
Admission (at gate):
$5 adults
$3 students (non-perform)
$3 senior citizens
We hope you can join us and watch these student musicians shine!!!
MARCHING BAND SHOWCASE IS BACK!
Wednesday, October 13 at 5:55 pm
Midland Community Stadium
Come to the Stadium to see and hear the talented marching bands in the Midland, Bay City, Saginaw and surrounding areas!
Here is this year's performance schedule:
5:55 Star Spangled Banner
6:00 John Glenn
6:15 West Branch-Ogemaw Heights
6:30 Farwell
6:45 Swan Valley
7:00 Bay City Western
7:15 Bullock Creek
7:30 Essexville-Garber
7:45 Meridian
8:00 Bay City Central
8:15 Midland High
8:30 HH Dow High
8:45 Saginaw Valley State University
MHS Economics Invites a Special Guest
THANK YOU to CHEF JAKE from Chartwells (MPS food service provider) for coming to visit Ms. Steger's Midland High Economics classes for a "Factors of Production Pizza Party!" Not only did the students discuss the various ingredients (land factors) that were on the homemade pizzas, but Chef Jake also shared a little background information about himself and his job at MPS/Chartwells. The students had an opportunity to ask questions and interview Chef Jake. They loved his open, honest and witty personality, as well as his thin crust pizza! He also explained the supply chain issues Chartwells (and other foodservice establishments) is experiencing. THANK YOU SO MUCH, CHEF JAKE!
Bringing a smile to a neighbor's face!
As we all know, last week was Neighboring Week in our Midland community. These 1st Grade Siebert students from Ms. Sczepanski and Ms. Pierce's classes shared their artwork with a neighbor that will without a doubt bring a smile to their faces and a warm feeling that a child made this just for them.
Soft Start at Siebert Elementary
Ms. Morden's 5th Graders started this past Friday with two different kinds of "mold"ing. Their "soft start" as they began their school day was to 'mold' playdough and spell their name.
In science, Friday was the class's last day to observe their 'mold' growth with various variables. This was part of their How We Organize Ourselves IB PYP unit, as they specifically looked at the organization of food chains and webs as well as the importance of all the elements they include (producers, consumers, decomposers).
2022 COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES HAVE BEEN SCHEDULED
Wednesday, May 25, is the date set for the 2022 Graduation Ceremonies for HH Dow High and Midland High Schools at Dow Diamond. This year, Dow High's graduation will be held in the late afternoon while Midland High's graduation will be held in the evening. In case of inclement weather on the 25th, the Graduation Ceremonies will be held Thursday, May 26. Stay tuned to upcoming Communiques for more specific information as the school year progresses.
King's Daughter's Christmas Closet forms are due to school offices by October 15
Community Christmas Closet, sponsored by the King's Daughters of Midland, provides clothing for students. If you are interested in completing this form for your student, gift request forms are available in your school office or on the MPS Community and Student Flyer Boards. Completed forms are due to us by October 15, 2021.
We name MPS Shining Stars every month during the school year. If you know of an MPS team member who goes above and beyond to make MPS a better place for students, please consider nominating them for a Shining Star. Here is the link to the nomination form: https://www.midlandps.org/Content2/shining-star-nomination-form
In this space each week, we will include fun events and happenings around the District that MPS families and community members may like to attend. If you have any questions about these events, please call the school office. Phone numbers for all of the school offices are located on the District Details page of this Communique.
Here are some upcoming events in the District:
October 6: Middle School Parent-Teacher Conferences 5:00-8:00 pm
October 7: High School Parent-Teacher Conferences 5:00-8:00 pm
October 13: Marching Band Showcase at Midland Community Stadium
October 22: 1st Marking Period Ends
October 28: Northeast Middle School MUSIQUE A La Mode
October 28-30: Midland High's Drama Dept. presents Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express
November 6: HH Dow High RenFair at Midland Center for the Arts
November 19-20: HH Dow High's Drama Department presents The Bully Plays
(MPS Schools: Please send events you would like highlighted in this space to youngcd@midlandps.org)
“It’s in the darkest moments when the cracks allow the inner light to come out.”
--Edward James Olmos