Out of an abundance of caution, Ironwood Area School went into Lockdown briefly today due to a report of a potential threat from a student. Ironwood Area Schools takes threats like this seriously and always responds quickly to ensure everyone's safety. Law Enforcement from several local agencies responded. By working together, we were able to locate the student and he was taken into custody. After securing the scene and concluding the initial investigation, Law Enforcement contacted the Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney. It was determined that there is no immediate threat at this time and the incident will be forwarded to the Prosecutor for review.
IAS wishes to thank all members of Ironwood Public Safety, Gogebic County Sheriffs, Michigan State Police, Hurley Police Department, Iron County Sheriffs Department, and any other Law Enforcement professionals for the rapid response and efficient resolution of the incident.
IAS is accepting applications for an INTERIM Middle School Boys Basketball Coach (8th Grade) for the 2023-2024 school year only. Application-job descriptions-hours are available at: https://www.ironwoodschools.org/page/employment-opportunities
A fire truck came to visit the school yesterday! Officer Clausen talked to the students about fire safety. The students were able to see the gear up close, and then Officer Clausen gave a tour of the truck itself. It was a beautiful day for learning!
At Ironwood, we show RISE expectations every day! Congratulations to the following classes for being the top ticket earners for the month of September: Mrs. Rubatt's Kindergarten, Mr. Negro's 1st grade class, Mrs. McRae's 2nd grade class, Mr. Mott's 3rd grade class, Miss Griebel, Mrs. Balchik, and Mrs. Lavinder's 4th grade classes, Ms. Stanczak's 5th grade class, and Mr. Bunt, Mr. Hofstede, and Ms. Mackey's 6th grade classes. Way to show Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Excellence!
The Class of 2026 says it is never too early to start thinking about holiday decor!
All proceeds will go towards their class account and will help them with future Prom plans. Money will be due to sophomores before November 3 and distribution day will be Saturday, November 25 from 9am-10:30am at the Ironwood Bus Garage.
Please see an Ironwood Sophomore student or email their advisor @ christina.lavinder@ironwoodschools.org to place an order!
Thank you to Doris Elias, who donated a backpack with school supplies, and Sharon Wiita, who donated homemade hats and socks! Your support is truly appreciated!
Our custodians and maintenance workers work hard to keep our school running and looking good. Thank you for your efforts!
Families - pictures will be available through Lakeshore Photography. They will contact you through your email we have on file. Not sure if you have the correct email in our system? Please contact the main office at 906-932-0932.
Ironwood Area Schools 4th graders were visited by the Think Energy crew. We participated in a variety of hands on activities to learn about circuits, conductors, insulators, etc, as well as ways to conserve energy. Each student received a Think Energy energy saving kit to take home and share with their families.
A few fun shots of the homecoming assembly, including the homecoming court.
The homecoming assembly started with a hall march through the school.
It was a great start to the morning, as the Ironwood Red Devils football players welcomed students to school!
Check out the parade route for tonight's homecoming parade. It begins at 4:30pm at the police station. Hope to see you there!
The second graders enjoyed a cool afternoon outdoors watching how to use an apple press. It's a great time of year for apples!
Mrs. Rubatt’s class wanted to do some architectural work. During free choice, they drew a picture of what they wanted to build. Then they used the picture to build it! This was so awesome to see!
Anatomy and Physiology classes played with Barbie and Ken this week to learn and demonstrate anatomical terms for body planes, regions, and directions. A perfect class lesson for Barbie and Ken day!
The 4th students learned about the chemical change of leaves and went on a nature walk looking at different plants. Thank you to Ranger Saunders, from the Ottawa National Forest, for the information!
The 4th grade students are studying potential and kinetic energy. They were tasked with making a track that would have a marble go through a loop and a hill without having the marble fall off the track or stop. Entertaining and informational!
IAS is accepting applications for the following:
FT/FY Maintenance Worker (8 hrs.)
FT/FY Custodian (8 hrs.)
PT After School Parapros (6)
Sub Food Service Workers (2)
Application-job descriptions-hours are available at: https://www.ironwoodschools.org/page/employment-opportunities
If you see some oddly dressed students today, they are enjoying BBQ Dad and Soccer Mom day for homecoming!
