January 14, 2025
USED VEHICLE FOR SALE
2005 Chevy 2500 HD
102,329 miles
6.0 Liter Automatic Transmission
Bench Seat
8 ft Truck Bed
Plow Ready
Reese Hitch
Tires – Fair/Good
Gas Engine
Engine, Transmission and 4x4 work great
Some Body rust
Sold “As Is”
Interested parties, please send written bids to:
James Marshall, Superintendent
Marlette Community Schools
6230 Euclid St.
Marlette, MI 48453
989-635-7429
Bids must be received by Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.
Please mark envelope: “Used Vehicle Bids”
Bids will be opened on Friday, January 31, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
Superintendent’s Office of Marlette Community Schools
6230 Euclid St.
Marlette, MI 48453
For further information, please contact:
Mike Nickens, Maintenance Director
989-553-4162
Or
Tom Schank, Bus Mechanic
810-614-9299
The truck is available for inspection:
MCS Bus Garage
6595 Carpenter Street
Marlette, MI 48453
Call for an appointment
Winning bid must have vehicle picked up between
Monday, February 3, 2025 and Friday, February 7, 2025.
The Marlette Board of Education reserves the right to approve or reject any or all bids.

Play fearless and have fun today! Good luck! 🏀 Go, Red Raiders!

January is School Board Recognition Month, a time to express our appreciation for the individuals who devote themselves to the betterment of our students and public schools. School Board Members play a crucial role in representing the perspectives and priorities of our community, with their decisions profoundly impacting our children and shaping the future of our district.
Through their dedication, collaboration with district staff, governance, and advocacy efforts, they are actively building a brighter future for education in Michigan. Regardless of the challenges that may arise for our district in 2025, we are confident that our school board members will continue in their commitment to enhance student achievement and deliver exceptional education to our community’s children.
The responsibilities of a school board member can be demanding, with long hours and often limited recognition. This month, we encourage everyone in our community to take a moment to express gratitude to a board member. Let us take this opportunity to show our continuous appreciation for these dedicated leaders and to gain a deeper understanding of how our local trustees work to prepare today’s students to become tomorrow’s leaders.

Our games for this evening are cancelled due to inclement weather.

It’s time to show off your spirit with our Dress-Up Days! Here’s the lineup:
🏫 Monday - NO SCHOOL
🛌 Tuesday: Pajama Day - Get Up and Go!
🌈 Wednesday: Class Color Day - Taste the Rainbow
Seniors - Black, Juniors - Blue, Sophomores - Pink, Freshman - Red, Junior High - Grey
🔄 Thursday: Opposite Day
🔴Friday: Red and White Day
Let’s make this week unforgettable! 🥳

If your child will need daycare on Friday, January 17, after the half day or on Monday, January 20, please reach out to Ms. Tiffany via email to let her know - tbrooks@marletteschools.org. ✉️

Check out Principal Reynolds's January newsletter! 🎉 It's packed with important updates, upcoming events, and highlights from our school community. Don't miss out on what's happening!
Please read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/482zs

We are thrilled to recognize Cynthia as the Student of the Week. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement!

Let's publicly applaud Kaden for being named Student of the Week. Well done!

Trust in one another and play as a team! Good luck! 💖🏀

The power is in your hands! Good luck, Red Raiders! ✋🏀

Our elementary kiddos can be a part of the Snowcoming celebrations! Dress-up days are next week. Let's enjoy this winter event as a community!

Congratulations, Ben! Your achievements are truly inspiring!

Congratulations, boys on the wins against SASA! We are proud of your great Red Raider representation.

🏆 There is exciting news from the Wayne Brady Classic in Bad Axe! Westley Chapin brought home 1st place 🥇in the 175 lb. weight class, and Turlough Bennett secured 2nd place🥈in the 150 lb. weight class! The competition was fierce, and it was such an incredible experience watching our Red Raiders give it their all. We are proud of their hard work and dedication! 🥇💪 Go team! 🥈 #Wrestling

🏋️♀️What an incredible day at the powerlifting meet in Oxford! Our girls showcased their hard work and determination; we couldn't be prouder! 🌟 Gracie brought home the silver medal and qualified for states—an amazing achievement! 🥈💪 Ceyda also put in a fantastic effort, finishing fifth in her division. Way to go, ladies, on a successful first meet! Keep pushing and inspiring everyone around you! 💖✨
ATTENTION: There is a date change due to weather. Please plan on attending our Youth Basketball program next week. Enjoy the snow and stay safe!

For National Law Enforcement Day, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Officer Sanchez for his hard work and dedication. Your commitment to keeping our community safe and your willingness to go above and beyond do not go unnoticed. You inspire us all with your bravery and professionalism. Thank you for your service and being a reliable presence in our lives. We appreciate you!

Over the past few months, the Marlette Board of Education and District Administration have been actively exploring our school district's facilities thoroughly. On Thursday, January 9, 2025, we kicked off this important journey with the inaugural meeting of the Facilities Committee, and it was a tremendous success! The turnout was fantastic, with a vibrant mix of teachers, staff, parents, grandparents, local business owners, farmers, board members, and administrators all in attendance. It was truly inspiring to witness such a passionate gathering from our community, all united in their dedication to Marlette Community Schools. This spirit of collaboration highlights our collective commitment to providing our students with the highest quality education in a safe and nurturing environment.
As we progress with this initiative, we aim to maintain open lines of communication and transparency with everyone in the Marlette community. We value your input and encourage you to review the PowerPoint presentation shared during the Facilities Committee meeting. If you have any questions regarding the presentation, please don't hesitate to contact Superintendent Marshall at james.marshall@marletteschools.org. https://5il.co/34oxk

Board of Education, Organizational and Regular Meeting, Monday - January 13, 2025 at 7:00 pm in the Elementary School Library.
