School will be closed today due to the winter storm.
Our elementary students have been enjoying their monthly visits to the Wakefield Public Library again this year! This month, the 1st graders read "How to Catch a Leprechaun" and searched for the leprechauns hiding throughout the library.
Our elementary students have been enjoying their monthly visits to the Wakefield Public Library again this year! This month, the 1st graders read "How to Catch a Leprechaun" and searched for the leprechauns hiding throughout the library.
Wakefield-Marenisco School District
Board of Education Vacancy
The Wakefield-Marenisco School District is seeking applications for a current vacant position on the board of education. An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through December 31st, 2028, and will need to file a petition to run in the November 2028 election if they would like to remain in the role.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a letter expressing interest in the position to the district office no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026.
Following a review of submitted materials, the board will schedule interviews with the selected candidates. If you have any questions concerning the role of the board of education and the responsibilities of a board member, please contact:
Jason Gustafson, Superintendent of Schools
715 Putnam St.
Wakefield, MI 49968
gustafsonj@wmschools.org
Board of Education Vacancy
The Wakefield-Marenisco School District is seeking applications for a current vacant position on the board of education. An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through December 31st, 2028, and will need to file a petition to run in the November 2028 election if they would like to remain in the role.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a letter expressing interest in the position to the district office no later than 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026.
Following a review of submitted materials, the board will schedule interviews with the selected candidates. If you have any questions concerning the role of the board of education and the responsibilities of a board member, please contact:
Jason Gustafson, Superintendent of Schools
715 Putnam St.
Wakefield, MI 49968
gustafsonj@wmschools.org
Pick up today’s edition of The Globe to see our featured students’ writing and artwork. Thank you to The Globe and our supporting business partners for helping showcase their creativity! Go Cardinals!
Our elementary classes had some special visitors for "Cat in the Hat" day yesterday!
A huge shout out to Miss Nickole and Miss Anna of the Holiday Shop for buying cupcakes for the students today!
Pick up Thursday’s edition of The Globe to see our contest winners from the Newspapers in Education Advertising Design Contest!
Students in grades 6–8 and the Creative Arts high school class participate each year with the support of local businesses. This is a fantastic program where students learn about local businesses, develop graphic layout skills, and showcase their artistic talent.
Wakefield-Marenisco G.S.R.P. registration for the 2026-2027 school year will be held at the Wakefield-Marenisco School on Thursday, March 12th from 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Children must be four years old by Sept 1. Please bring your child's birth certificate and proof of residency
Children must be four years old by Sept 1. Please bring your child's birth certificate and proof of residency
Division 4 Region 25 Boys Basketball Semi Final will be played at Houghton High School vs. Dollar Bay
Time: 6:00 CST
ALL tickets must be purchased on GoFan prior to getting to the door. No cash will be taken at the door
Good Luck, Cards!! 🏀
School will dismiss at noon on Tuesday, March 3rd for all students and staff. This will allow for travel time to the boys regional basketball game. We will run a student fan bus if there is enough interest. Congratulations Cardinals on winning the district championship! Best of luck at regionals!!
We will have a change to our calendar for May 18th. We will have a noon release on May 18th to allow for staff to assist with the track meet which will be held at our school that afternoon.
All admission for tonight's boys basketball District 97 game is $7. No passes are valid.
Tickets may be purchased on GoFan or cash will be accepted at the door
Our Physical Education class hit the slopes at Porcupine Mountains Ski Area today, and the students absolutely crushed it. They showed awesome effort, improved their skills all day, and had a great time on the hill. I'm so proud of this crew for their positive attitudes!
The girls basketball game tonight in Lake Linden has also been canceled
Tonight's boys basketball home game against Baraga has been canceled
Emma Choronzy has signed to play basketball and volleyball at Gogebic Community College this fall.
Please consider nominating a teacher for the Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District Teacher of the Year Award:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqNxtduLVRvhDzPrqkECudvjU--8h6dVAM_fH0X90jZzMLNg/viewform
We are once again hosting a Grandparents Breakfast with lots of yummy treats. Please join your grandchildren on Friday, March 6th, 2026 from 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. in the lunchroom to enjoy a tasty school breakfast.
Just a friendly reminder to donate blood tomorrow
