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Superior Central Newsletter June 2019 Issue

FROM THE OFFICE OF MR. BILL VALIMA Superintendent/Principal K-12

I know I say it every year, but it’s hard to believe that another school year has come and gone. I hope this news-

letter finds you well and that you are enjoying the beginning of summer. As I write this, our summer projects are in full

swing. Johnson Control has been installing the new heating units down in the elementary. Master Electric is currently

running miles of cable for the new fire/emergency alarm system. The weight room is completely gutted, and we are

anxiously awaiting the arrival of our new equipment. Bell Roofing will be here in a couple weeks to put a new roof on the

old gym roof. It’s been busy around here since school got out. All these projects will be completed because of the

generous support of the community through Foundations, the Sinking Fund and the Technology and Transportation Bond.

I cannot thank the Superior Central community enough for your support of these two millages which allow us to make

improvements to the building without using General Fund dollars. Without your support I’m not sure where we would be

financially as a district.

I’ve recently read a couple of online news articles from local publications that have left me feeling concerned.

The latest article that I read was run by TV6 from the Associated Press on June 10th. The headline read “Michigan’s falling

teacher salaries push some from the field”. Another article from the Mining Journal on May 10th was titled, “Only 25% of

Michigan teachers recommend job”. After re-reading these articles I am still upset. What awful headlines about the

profession that I love. Yep, teachers are underpaid, we know that. Survey every teacher in this district and I can

guarantee you that none of them will tell you that they went into this profession to get rich. Has the average teacher

salary statewide remained stagnant over the last decade? Yep, on average. Are teachers paying more for insurance than

they did in the past? Yep. Have retirement benefits been cut? Yes. Are these really the reasons that teachers are leaving

the profession? I don’t know. I do know this; more and more are being asked of teachers than any time in history.

Teachers now more than ever are expected to be responsible for not only the academic needs of their students, but also

their students’ emotional, social, psychological, physical and sometimes nutritional needs. We expect teachers to push

students to be the best that they can be and hold students to high standards, but not be too hard on them. We expect

teachers to be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer homework or other classroom questions. We expect

teachers to put the needs of everyone else in front of their own needs, and we expect them to meet all these needs with

a smile. What I think we often forget is that teachers are people too. If you ask me, the reasons that teachers are leaving

the profession is because we give them so much responsibility, and may I point out, responsibility that they signed up for

and have gladly take on and then we do crazy things like rate their effectiveness from a state test given in the spring of

the year. Yep, teachers are leaving the field and not as many young people are going into teaching. I believe, and I could

be wrong, that the salary component is only one of the reasons.

When you see a teacher in the grocery store or getting ice cream this summer, don’t say, “must be nice having

summers off”, instead thank them, and let then know you appreciate all they do. Also, if you saw or read the TV6 story

that said that the average teacher salary in Michigan is $63,024 know that the average teacher salary at Superior Central

is $17,891.24 less than that.

Thanks again for giving me the opportunity to lead this district. As always, if you have any questions or concerns

feel free to call me @ 439-5532 x 244 or email me @ [email protected] or better yet, stop in for a vis

Sincerely,

Bill Valima

Superior Central Newsletter 2 June 2019 Issue

FROM THE OFFICE OF MRS. KATHY McCOWAN Assistant Principal/Special Programs

Summer Reading Program:

Grades K-5

in the LIBRARY

LITTLE FREE LIBRARY

Superior Central is promoting

READING this summer

with our new

neighborhood libraries!

Take a book, leave a book!

Grab a book and ENJOY!

Rumely Store Limestone General Store Located on the deck at these two locations!

School’s Out for Summer! K-5 students celebrated the last day of school

with a Bouncy Day! Thank you for supporting

our fundraising efforts all year!


SUPERIOR CENTRAL SCHOOLS HONOR ROLL

2018-2019 Fourth Quarter

Congratulations to the following students for being named to the Honor Roll for the fourth marking period.

An * denotes all A’s

UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ms. Thompson’s 3rd Grade: Marlene Johnson, Meredith Kempker, Alina Kolpack, Rebecca Koski, Lillian Lindgren, Conor

McDonnald, Kendra Pederson, Myah Pickett, Isaac Rondeau, Natalia Salmi, Lilly Simon, Kylie Stuer

Ms. Kelto’s 4th Grade: Andrew Charlebois, Rory Hancock*, Ryder Kroupa, Caleb McGee, Jasmine Nesberg*, Kianna Perron,

Josiah Peterson, Lucille Tyner, Elijah Valima, Gavin Vining

Miss Saberniak’s 4th Grade: Kyle Ely, Teagan Hall, Josie Knaus, Aidan Korpi, Evan Simon, Peyton Sobieski, William

Spranger*, Hannah Theodore

Mrs. Tyner’s 5th Grade: Isaiah Albro, Joseph Augustyn, Jamie Brown, Kiera McDonnald, Jack McDougall, Cole Ozoga,

Rosalin Thompson

Mrs. Maki’s 5th Grade: Gwenyth Charlebois, Isaac Gleason*, Parker Lindgren, Giovanni Pizzi, Danica Purdy, Blake Tanner

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL

6th grade: Drew Begovac, Ruth Johnson, Kate McGee, Sierra Moore, Calla Porter, Derick Tyner

7th grade: Craig Adams, Ruby Bernard, Alice Hancock, Jason Kanerva, Liam McDougall, Makenzie Oliver, Faith Pizzi, Ava Porter, Clara Rondeau, Breanna Swajanen*, Lily Swetich, Dani Wares

8th grade: Linda Albro, Emily Augustyn, Izabel Barber, Madisen Begovac, Amy Burns, Hudsen Cady, Wyatt Kulik, Elaina Lundquist, Natalie McGee, Riley Moore, Adair Porter, Avalynn Swick, Brylee Tyner*, Sophia Valima*, Emmett Vining

9th grade: Katrina Augustyn, Charlotte Charlebois, Riley Johnson, Garrett Koski, Eva LaVallie, Willow Lindgren, Dakota Maki*, Olivia Millin, Ethan Phillipson*, Anna Robinson, Emma Rutter*, Christopher Thompson, Olivia Viau

10th grade: Diane Augustyn, Isabelle Bernard, Michael Leppanen, James Maki, Parker Maki, Paige McGee, Caleb Nimee, Mason Porter*, Raymond Robinson, Michael Rondeau, Madisyn Tyner, Josephine Valima, Kaeden Weir

11th grade: Katie Burns, Will Carlson, Lena Carpenter, Wyatt Fink, Lily Harris, Caleb Johnson, Gloria Johnson, Jeremy Koski, Maddie Lancour, Lillyona LaVallie, Elizabeth Molag, Maezie Nettleton, Willow Pasanen, Chloe Platias*, Elizabeth Swajanen*, Ellie Swick, Abigail Thayer, Danika Walters, Jessica Walters

12th grade: Sydney Emard, Aurora Fisher, Noah Groulx*, Jada Johnson, Isabelle Kulik, Laurie Leppanen, Brandon Lyle, Sophia Maki, Bailey Morgan, Melanie Shuman, Samantha Thompson, Alayna Tyner, Cassandra Whitmarsh


Congratulations to the Class of 2019

Noah Joseph Groulx plans to attend Central Michigan University to study Biochemistry and then attend Medical School to become an Anesthesiologist. He is the recipient of the the Centralis Gold Scholarship, a Grow and Lead: Community and Youth Development Excel-lence in Education Scholarship, the MCPA Scholarship, the Heino Memorial Scholarship, the Chester E. Bignall Scholarship, and the Trenary Lions Club Scholarship.

Laurie Isabella Leppanen plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Public Administration. She is the recipient of a Grow and Lead: Community and Youth Development Excellence in Education Scholarship, the Carl R. Swanberg, a People’s State Bank Scholar-ship, and the Moose Lodge Scholarship.

Eddy Ann Ryo Fink plans to attend Michigan State University’s James Madison College to study Comparative Cultures and Politics. She is the recipient of the Denim Dollars for Scholars Scholarship.

Beau Matthew Rondeau plans to join the Electricians Union after graduation.

Sophia Lynn Maki plans to continue in the Technical Middle College program at Northern Michigan University in the Clinical Laboratory Science program. She is the recipient of the Northern Lights Community Credit Union Scholarship and the Toivo “TJ” Aho Memorial Scholarship.

Charlotte Ruby Himes plans to attend North Central Michigan College to study nursing. She is the recipient of the Marquette County 4-H Scholarship.

Caitlin Anne Thompson plans to attend Bay College to explore possible careers in Veterinary Medicine. She is the recipient of the Superior Central Board of Education Scholarship.

Sydney Alyce Emard plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Medical Imaging and then specialize in Nuclear Medicine. She is the recipient of a Superior Central PTO Scholarship and the Eric and Danielle Beverley Scholarship.

Samantha Lynn Thompson plans to attend Bay College to study Nursing. She is the recipient of a Rapid River Relic Riders Scholarship.

Cassandra Jane Whitmarsh plans to attend Bay College to study Nursing. She is the recipient of the Chatham Lions Club Scholarship, the Alice Norlin Scholarship, the John Lemmer Scholarship, and the Edward J. Sackerson Scholarship.

Jaelynn Rose Klyk plans to attend Kalamazoo Valley Community College to study Emergency Medical Services.

Jada Larae Johnson plans to attend Bay College to study Nursing. She is the recipient of the Upper Michigan Community Credit Union Scholarship, the Northern Lights Community Credit Union Scholarship, and the Dr. Mary L. Cretens Scholarship.

Isabelle Rose Kulik plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Elementary Education. She is the recipient of the Ade and Anna Karppinen Scholarship and the Bill Bernard Altar Server Fund Scholarship.

Chyann Marie Hall plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Radiography. She is the recipient of a Trenary Senior Citizens Scholarship.

Brigitta Kaylene Perron plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Chemistry with Pre-Medicine. She is the recipient of a Northern Michigan University Wildcat Achievement Scholarship and a Superior Central PTO Scholarship.

Bailey Francine Morgan plans to attend Central Michigan University to study Bio Chemistry to become an allergy Specialist. She is the recipient of the Central Michigan University Academic Excellence Scholarship, the Harry B. Lane Memorial Scholarship, and a Trenary Lions Club Scholarship.

Roubens King Fink plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Psychology and play football. He is the recipient of a Trenary Senior Citizens Scholarship.

Dennis Wayne Johns Jr. has enlisted in the United States Air Force as a Military Police Officer.

Aurora Michaela Fisher plans on joining the workforce after graduation and continuing to sell her artwork.

Sarah Elizabeth Wellman plans to attend Bay College with undecided major. She is the recipient of the Rapid River Relic Riders Scholar-ship.

Jordan Nicole Ramos plans to attend Gogebic Community College to study Mortuary Science.

Alayna Lynn Tyner plans to attend Northern Michigan University to studies Fisheries and Wildlife. She is the recipient of the Chatham Co-Op Scholarship and the Personal Achievement Scholarship.

Nathan Isaac Frusti plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Political Science.

Matthew James Timonen plans to attend Northern Michigan University to study Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. He is the recipient of the U.P. Whitetails Association Scholarship.

Melanie Emmanuella Shuman plans to continue in the Technical Middle College program at Northern Michigan University in the Clinical Laboratory Science Program. She is the recipient of the VFW Scholarship.

Brandon Jon Lyle plans to attend Ripon College to study Chemistry and Biology. He is the recipient of the Ripon Faculty Scholarship, the Arnegard Scholarship, a Peoples State Bank Scholarship, and the Sam M. Cahodas Scholarship.

Emmett Tyler Phillipson He plans to attend the Transitions II Vocational Program at Marquette-Alger RESA.

Ethan Lane Lavallie He plans to attend the Transitions II Vocational Program at Marquette-Alger RESA.

Ian James Lintula plans to join the work force after graduation.


A Wrap to a Busy Year of Projects As the school bell rang at 1:30 on June 5, marking the start of the semester exams, the Natural Resources and Watercraft Design class put away the last piece of the school’s wind turbine/solar panel system. Putting the finishing touches on the last project at the last second was a fitting end because it seemed to be a reoccurring theme for entire school year. Working togeth-er, eleven students built eleven solo canoes (pirogues), a punt boat, plus five other conservation projects. But, however stressful it was at times, it was also very successful as each of our goals were eventually met.

*Luke Lintula worked on improving grouse habitat by planting hawthorn trees in our school forest. *Wyatt Fink added solar panels to our wind turbine system to increase renewable energy capture. *Jordan Ramos and Alayna Tyner built and placed bat boxes to supply shelter for these beneficial mammals besieged by White Nose Syndrome. *Jeremy Koski and Avery Lindgren built and placed fish cribs in the Quarry Pond to provide habitat for its fish population. *Sophie Maki and Charlotte Himes maintained and monitored the water quality and fish health in our expanded aquaponics system.

Aurora Fisher, Bailey Morgan and Abbi Thayer drew up plans, built a scale model, then with a little help from everybody, built a 14 ft. duck hunting punt boat. Charlotte, Sophie, Alayna and Jordan constructed a removable lath floor for it, Jeremy and Avery pitched in to build an 8 ft. push paddle, and finally Luke and Wyatt created 2 seats/storage containers to add to the overall package. This summer the class will travel to the Ducks Unlimited State Convention in Lansing and see it raffled off to raise mon-ey for U.P. wetland conservation.

As always, the culminating activity of the year is our Spring Boat/Camping Trip on the Au Train Basin. Eleven students launched their pirogues for the first time on the morning of May 17 into a very strong headwind. It was with a good deal of effort that we paddled to our first stop to meet Teri Grout of the Conserva-tion District to learn about invasive species in our area. With the wind at our backs, it was a fast trip back to the campground for a quick lunch and a presentation by Alan Iho about his handmade boat. Alan traveled with us in his electrically pow-ered craft on our morning excursion, so we all got a good look at his boat on the water, but now that it was back on its trailer we were able to see it in detail as Alan spoke to the class about his boat’s design, construction technique and future boat-building plans. Tim Schirtzinger was up next and demonstrated the specialized camping gear used in extended kayaking trips as well as giving some pointers on how to get started in the sport when money is a little tight. Finally, I wrapped up the day’s lessons by spending a bit of time talking about keystone species in various habitats and also how people can make small contributions in a variety of creative methods to enhance the environment.

The rest of our camping trip was spent around campfires, taking quick trips in our pirogues, fishing, or just trying to stay warm and dry. Thank you to Tim Schirtzinger and Mary Beth Waring for chaperoning our trip and to all of the people who have helped us achieve our goals once again this year. You can see all of our work and travels on https://cougarwatercraft.weebly.com/

Mr. Bliss

https://cougarwatercraft.weebly.com/


Board of Education

Please take notice that upcoming meetings of the Board of Education of the Superior Central School District in Eben

Junction, Michigan are scheduled as follows:

Regular Meeting : Monday July 15, 2019 Monday August 19, 2019 Monday September 16, 2019

7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM

Regular meetings on the 3rd Monday of each month. Work sessions as needed. All meetings are 7:00 PM

Upon request to the Superintendent, the District shall make reasonable accommodations for a person with

disabilities to be able to participate in these meetings.

Request must be received at least five days in advance of the meeting.

Summer Lunch Programs for eligible students

Check this website for locations:

http://www.fns.usda.gov/summerfoodrocks

Programs available in Munising, Marquette, Gwinn

Harvesting and Planting Trees for Sustainability The long term goals of Superior Central’s school forest have always been to increase its biodiversity and age structure while using it as a learning tool. The Agriculture and Forestry class continued to work towards our goals this spring through the selective harvest of some trees and the planting of others. On May 21 our Forest Stewardship forester Jim Ferris, assisted by forester Jason Caron, instructed the students how to improve the quality and biodiversity of a forest through the removal of trees with deformities or disease allowing for more sunlight and nutrients to get to the trees we wish to keep for the future. After this instruc-tion, our students set out in 6 teams within our predetermined 4 acre plot to calculate basal area, evaluate each tree individually, then flag agreed upon trees for harvest. A week later these same students met Teri Grout of the Alger County Conservation District in the school’s East field to assist her and her team in the planting of a diversity of coniferous and deciduous tree seedlings. Five years ago we worked with Teri in this same field planting a wide variety of seedlings and it was very gratifying to see how they have grown since. This year’s planting filled in the areas where we experienced some past mortality and will add to the health of this wonderfully diverse section of our forest.

Mr. Bliss


Superior Central Athletics - Path to the Future Success

The overall goal of the Superior Central Administration and School Board is to develop the most fair and effective use of gen-

eral funds to support Superior Central Athletic Activities for the betterment of students and the community. In an effort to

maintain an excellent athletic program at Superior, the Administration and Board of Education of Superior Central School are

implementing the following plan. The terms “funded” and “non-funded” will no longer exist. All athletic programs will follow

the same guidelines and regulations with equality.

Beginning July of 2019 the following guidelines will be followed:

1. Registration Fee

a. $100 Registration fee for all athletes. *See Registration Guidelines

b. There is a family cap of $250.

c. A student athlete who cannot pay the fee, due to financial difficulties, can apply to the athletic direc-

tor for scholarship consideration. Forms are available in the athletic office; however, qualification is

based upon need. All inquiries will be confidential.

2. Sports – Minimum Participation

a. Minimum number per athletic team

i. Football – 13

ii. Basketball – 7

iii. Volleyball – 8

iv. Cross Country – 5 (per gender)

v. Track – 6 (per gender)

vi. Baseball – 12

vii. Softball – 12

* Administrative discretion can be used if numbers are lower.

b.Sports with lower numbers may be co-oped with other schools if an agreement is reached between

the schools.

3. Game Workers and Officials

All fees associated with game workers and officials will be covered by the district.

4. Transportation

a. Transportation costs (using Superior Central buses) to and from all athletic events will be covered by

the district.

5. Fundraising

a. There will be 4 Athletic Department Fundraisers plus advertisements (banners)

b. Program Fundraisers

i. ALL programs will be allowed to do up to 2 fundraisers per fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th)

to raise money for specific needs (not just “for the program”)

Beginning July of 2020 – Pending Contract Negotiations:

All coaches will be paid under the Schedule B portion of the SCEA Bargaining Agreement.


V School Volunteers: Who are they, what do they do and how do I become one?

A school volunteer is an important part of the school environment. They pick up the gaps not covered by other staff, spark new ideas, do fundraising, chaperon, tutor, coach…… The government defines a school volunteer as: a parent, community member or other adult who assist at a school site or program on a regular or semi-regular basis. Also included in this definition are those who help on a one-time basis

transporting or working with children without the direct oversight of District staff. Parents who observe or visit their child at school on a regular basis and stay more than 15 minutes each time are considered volunteers.

A volunteer criminal record check and history affidavit are required for all volunteers. All volunteers must complete a background check. A copy of your driver’s license should accompany the application. It is now required by the state, doesn’t take very long, is of no cost to the volunteer, confidential and is a precautionary meas-ure for the safety of our children. Forms and information may be picked up at the HS or Elementary office. Questions or concerns may be addressed to Bill Valima 439-5532 ext. 244

Check expiration date

Keep collecting your

Box Tops for Education

and

Tadych’s Econo receipts.

Bring them to school .We earn dollars

To purchase supplies for the school and students.

Thank you.

Changes are coming to Box Tops For Education

An mobile app is being developed so you can scan your receipt and add the earnings to your school online.

Go to btfe.com/sneakpeek for more information.

And keep clipping the labels until they are no more!!!

2019 Summer Projects at Superior Central

Heating units in the elementary classroom; we're finally getting rid of the 1960 era heaters. (Sinking Fund) Veteran's Memorial Gym room; truss repair and new rubber roof. (Sinking Fund) Weight room; all new equipment, floor, paint. (Heino Memorial Fund and the Juntunen Memorial Fund) Fire/Emergency System (Technology Bond) Veteran's Memorial Gym painting; walls/bleachers (General Fund) High School Hall painting (General Fund)


Please:

Report any changes of your:

Mailing, physical address or phone numbers.

E-mail changes to :

[email protected] For MS/HS

[email protected] For Elementary

Or

Call : High School 439-5532 x 242 Elementary 439-5531 x 201

Thank you.

Kindergarten Backpack Items to share: Tissues Hand sanitizer Bagged/boxed snack Table napkins

Last name A-M: baby wipes Last name N-Z: disinfectant wipes

1st Grade Backpack Pencil box & pencils Crayons—24 ct. Dry erase markers Glue sticks Erasers Markers Highlighter Primary Journal Plastic pocket folder Tissues Hand Sanitizer Disinfectant wipes

2nd Grade Backpack Pencils-no mechanical Scissors Markers Glue sticks Erasers Highlighter 1 red correcting pencil Crayons– 24 count Dry erase markers 2 composition books Plastic pocket folder(1) Tissues or disinfectant wipes 3rd Grade Backpack Pencils and pencil box Colored Pencils or crayons Scissors Glue sticks Erasers Dry erase markers Pocket Folders- green, yellow, blue, red, black Spiral notebooks (same color as folders) Tissues Hand Sanitizer

4th Grade Backpack Pencils and pencil box Colored pencils Large erasers Dry erase markers Glue sticks Large heavy Scissors 1 black fine pt. Sharpie Ruler inch/cm Pocket folders - green, yellow, blue, red Plastic pocket folder (1) Tissues Disinfectant wipes 5th Grade Backpack Pencils Colored pencils Highlighter Large erasers Dry erase markers & eraser Glue sticks Large heavy Scissors 2 black fine pt. Sharpie Ruler Inch/cm 5 Pocket folders - any color 5 Spiral notebooks Tissues

Elementary Suggested Supply List for 2019-2020

Middle School/ High

School

Suggested Supply List

Notebooks– one per class

Pocket Folders

Pens

Pencils

Other Suggestions:

Colored Pencils

Erasers

Lined Paper

Markers

Tissues

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