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Mancelona Schools, 112 Street Johns, Mancelona, MI (2026)

06/12/2026

🚗 Driver Education Registration – Summer 2026 🚗

Mancelona Public Schools will offer Segment 1 Driver Education this summer!

📅 Registration Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Mancelona Schools Central Admin Office (located near the football field entrance)

✔️ Must be 15 years old by October 30, 2026
✔️ Must have a minimum 1.66 GPA
✔️ Enrollment limited to the first 16 eligible students
✔️ Priority given to Mancelona students

💲 Cost: $300
Cash or check payment is due at registration. Enrollment is not confirmed until full payment is received and eligibility requirements have been verified.

📚 Class Schedule:
Classes begin Tuesday, June 30 and will meet Monday–Friday from 8:00–10:00 a.m. All classroom instruction and driving lessons will be completed by July 31. Classroom attendance is mandatory.

06/11/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Dorri Baran on Her Retirement! 🎉

Mancelona Public Schools is proud to celebrate the retirement of Dorri Baran after an incredible 27.5 years of dedicated service to our students, staff, and families.

Dorri was hired in 1999 as an assistant at Mancelona Middle School and spent her entire career supporting students in a variety of important roles. Throughout the years, she became known for her unwavering dedication, strong work ethic, and genuine care for the students she served.

A tireless and meticulous worker, Dorri brings extraordinary skill and heart to everything she does. She has a remarkable ability to build meaningful connections with students, particularly those receiving 1:1 Special Education support. Her patience, compassion, and commitment has helped countless students grow in confidence, achieve success, and feel valued each day.

Dorri's positive influence extends far beyond the classroom. She is a trusted colleague, a dependable team member, and a steady source of encouragement for both students and staff. The impact she has made through her kindness and dedication will continue to be felt for years to come.

As Dorri begins this next chapter, we celebrate a career defined by service, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. Thank you, Dorri, for years of making a difference in the lives of Mancelona students. We wish you a happy and well-deserved retirement filled with new adventures and cherished memories.

🧡🖤 Congratulations! Your Ironmen family will miss you greatly. 🖤🧡

06/10/2026

After an incredible career dedicated to students, learning, and laughter, we are honoring Lynette Grams for her remarkable impact on education and the countless lives she has touched along the way.

Since joining Mancelona Elementary School in 2010, Lynette has worn many hats—teaching music, Pre-K, and elementary students with passion, creativity, and heart. Throughout her career, which began in 1984, she has inspired and educated more than 10,000 students, leaving a lasting impression on generations of learners.

Lynette truly can do it all. Whether she is leading a classroom, encouraging a struggling student, sharing a laugh with colleagues, or demonstrating The Art of Teaching, she brings honesty, humor, candor, and compassion to everything she does.

Fun fact: When Lynette started teaching in 1984, Tina Turner's "What's Love Got To Do With It" was topping the charts—and her legendary admiration for Richard Simmons has certainly been one of the many memorable parts of her journey! 💃

While we will miss her dearly, we are grateful for the legacy she leaves behind and the example she has set for all of us. Thank you, Lynette, for your dedication, friendship, and unwavering commitment to children and education.

06/10/2026

Tomorrow, June 11, 2026 is the last day of school, and we will have a full day of classes.

As we celebrate the final day of an outstanding school year, we want to congratulate our incredible Mancelona Ironmen students, staff, and families on a year filled with hard work, growth, achievement, and school pride!

06/10/2026

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06/09/2026

Mancelona Public Schools is proud to recognize Lisa Schepperley for more than 20 years of dedicated service to our students and staff.

Throughout her career, Lisa has served as an assistant at both the middle school and high school, making a positive impact on countless students through her kindness, support, and commitment to the Ironmen community.

Lisa and her husband, Terry, are proud parents of three Ironmen graduates: Kelsi (Class of 2009), and twins Kyle and Kevin (Class of 2013). The Schepperley family has deep roots in Mancelona, and Lisa's dedication to our schools has helped strengthen the Ironmen tradition for generations of students.

As she enters retirement, Lisa looks forward to spending more time with her family, especially making memories with her granddaughter, Cora.

Thank you, Lisa, for your years of service, compassion, and commitment to Mancelona Public Schools. We wish you all the happiness and enjoyment retirement has to offer!

06/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations on Your Retirement, Ed McCarty! 🎉

Today, we celebrate Ed McCarty and his incredible career of service to Mancelona Public Schools and our community.

Over the years, Ed has played a vital role in the growth and success of our district, supporting two bond projects and helping Mancelona evolve into the district we know today—with three schools, a bus garage, athletic fields, and concession facilities that serve our students, families, and community.

Ed's dedication extends far beyond the school day. He is a familiar face throughout Mancelona, volunteering his time and talents with the Mancelona Education Foundation and the Bass Festival, DJ-ing community events, and officiating athletic contests at both the high school and collegiate levels. His commitment to our students and community has left a lasting impact that will be felt for years to come.

Most importantly, Ed and his wife, Cathy, are the proud parents of three sons—Steven, James, and Ryan—and several grandchildren. As he begins this next chapter, he is looking forward to spending more time with his family.

While Ed will be greatly missed on a day-to-day basis, we know retirement won't keep him away for long. His passion for Mancelona runs deep, and we are certain we'll continue to see him supporting the community he has always called home.

Thank you, Ed, for your years of dedication, leadership, and service. We wish you and Cathy many wonderful adventures, special family moments, and all the happiness that retirement can bring.

06/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Pami Sprague on Her Retirement! 🎉

Mancelona Public Schools proudly celebrates the retirement of Pami Sprague and the incredible impact she has made on our school community.

Pami was officially hired in 2017 as the Mancelona Middle School Behavior Interventionist, but her service to the district began long before that in a variety of roles. Throughout her years with Mancelona Public Schools, she demonstrated an unwavering commitment to supporting students, staff, and families.

Pami's retirement marks the end of an incredible era for our school community. An exceptionally hardworking individual, she was often one of the first employees in the building each day, ready to support students and tackle whatever challenges came her way. Her dedication, compassion, and leadership helped shape numerous building and district initiatives, leaving a lasting impact on those around her.
Whether working directly with students, collaborating with colleagues, or helping lead important efforts throughout the district, Pami brought positivity, professionalism, and a genuine care for others that made a difference every day.

Pami and her husband, Glenn, are the proud parents of two Ironmen graduates, Harmon and Gabriel (Class of 2017).

Thank you, Ms. Pami, for your years of service, your tireless work ethic, and the countless lives you have touched along the way. Your positive impact and daily presence will be deeply missed, but your legacy will continue to be felt throughout Mancelona Public Schools for years to come.

06/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations on Your Retirement, Trent Naumcheff! 🎉

Today, we celebrate and thank Trent Naumcheff for 20 years of dedicated leadership as a principal in Mancelona Public Schools.

Throughout his career, Trent has made a lasting impact on generations of Ironmen students, staff, and families. Many will fondly remember his years at Mancelona Elementary, where bouncy balls, magic tricks, and a genuine connection with students made school a little more fun each day.

Trent's influence reaches far beyond memorable moments. Our district and community are grateful for his vision and leadership in adopting core reading and math programs and formalizing intervention systems before those practices became commonplace. Under his leadership, Mancy PRIDE became more than a slogan—it became an expectation and a culture embraced throughout our schools.

At the high school, Trent helped reinvigorate elective opportunities, including the return and growth of programs like Woodshop. He also championed innovative opportunities for students through Baker Credits, Zero Hour, and Work-Based Learning experiences, helping students find pathways to success both inside and outside the classroom.

Students and staff alike will remember his daily presence, from his welcoming morning greetings to his friendly lunchtime conversations. Those simple interactions reflected his commitment to building relationships and creating a positive school environment.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Trent and his wife, Maureen, are the proud parents of two Ironmen graduates: Jason (Class of 2023) and Ryan (Class of 2026). Their family's connection to Mancelona Public Schools runs deep, making Trent's legacy even more meaningful.

Thank you, Mr. Naumcheff, for your unwavering dedication, leadership, and service to Mancelona Public Schools. Your impact will be felt for years to come.

06/08/2026

Mancelona Public Schools proudly recognizes Jenny Angell for her dedication and service to Mancelona Public Schools.

Jenny joined the Ironmen in 2002 as a high school and middle school science teacher. For more than two decades, she has inspired countless students through her passion for science, and commitment to education.

Jenny and her husband, Travis, are the proud parents of two Ironmen graduates, Elizabeth (Class of 2022) and Madilynn (Class of 2025). Throughout her career, Jenny has not only been a valued educator but also a proud supporter of Mancelona students both inside and outside the classroom.

As she begins her retirement, Jenny looks forward to spending more time with her family, especially enjoying hunting and fishing adventures together.

Thank you, Jenny, for your years of service, dedication, and positive impact on generations of Mancelona students. We wish you all the best in this exciting new chapter!

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