Jerome Preschool student Ezekiel Smith develops his fine motor skills as he builds with gears. This activity develops the small muscles in his fingers, hands, and wrists that will be used for things like writing, buttoning, snapping, zipping, and so much more! #SaginawISD #OurStory

Fall is the perfect time of year for a color-blending activity! 🍂 Ms. Jessica and Ms. Diamond made these awesome trees with their Jerome Preschool students that were made out of their hands and then decorated Valley Preschool's hallway with them! #OurStory #SaginawISD


Stacie Coleman would like to nominate Mikla Burton for an Orange Spot Recognition. Mikla goes above and beyond for children every day. She not only prepares the food for all of Jerome Preschool, but you will often find her helping out in the classrooms, giving hugs, and spreading joy. She is a true example of the orange mindset! #OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #OurStory

Did you miss Custodian Appreciation Day last week? It's never too late. Our St. Peter and Paul preschool students showed their appreciation for Derrick! #SaginawISD


Our Brunkow Preschool staff love supporting Lisa and Tonia who kicked breast cancer! 🩷


Fabulous Family Service Advocates Ti'Airus Foote and Stacie Coleman are at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm giving out information about SISD Early Childhood Programs! #OurStory


Our preschool students from St. Peter and Paul worked on their daily schedule by participating in music, story and choice time. #OurStory









Students in Ms. Dawn and Ms. Brenda's Jerome Preschool classroom at Valley Preschool are developing cognitive, fine motor, and problem-solving skills with this cup stacking activity. #OurStory






#SaveTheDateSave Our 3rd Annual Fathers Count Conference will be on Saturday, November 16, 2024, beginning at 10:00 am at Victorious Believers Ministries, 624 S. Outer Drive!
A keynote panel, breakout sessions, lunch, childcare, and an appreciation gift will be included! This conference is for any male caregiver - Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, etc. Registration is coming soon!

Candice Ahrens and Stephanie Ahrens combined classrooms to make Playdoh and muffins in cooking class! The students loved it and took turns mixing the Play-Doh. #MilletMustangs #OurStory





Our Brunkow Preschool students started today at our temporary Valley Preschool site. They will all receive new blankets to replace the ones they lost in the fire! #SaginawISD

Here is the link to a great article by the Early Childhood Investment Corporation highlighting our own Ms. Betty Nash! Thank you for being a positive light not only in our organization but in our community as well!
https://www.ecic4kids.org/2024/08/27/building-the-village-one-black-entrepreneurs-dedication-to-providing-quality-in-home-care/
Dr. Taylor enjoyed a great day of advocacy for Early Childhood in Lansing at the MIAEYC Legislative Luncheon. She says, "It's always an honor and a pleasure to speak with Senator McDonald Rivet!" #SaginawISD


Swan Valley's ECSE classroom had an amazing field trip to the library featuring a fun-filled Pete the Cat theme! The students enjoyed an exciting morning packed with interactive activities, from an engaging story time to Pete the Cat art projects. It was a wonderful way to spark a love for learning and encourage the students to "keep walking along and singing their songs"! #OurStory




Congratulations to one of our faithful parent workers and Think Babies Parent Leader, Tamara Tucker, who has been highlighted by the Early Childhood Investment Corporation! Check out the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/ORwk6nOrihw
Thank you to our Early Childhood and Facilities staff for working hard to ensure our Brunkow Preschool students can quickly transition to their temporary site at Valley Preschool. Also, we would like to thank Pastor Bill and Pastor Nathan for their continued support and servant leadership! #OurStory

After this week's events, it's essential to prioritize fire drills to ensure emergency preparedness! St. Peter and Paul Preschool practiced this week as well! #OurStory



Head Start Family Service Advocate Heidi Lindner would like to nominate Facilities Program Director Tony Moryl for an Orange Spot Recognition for working so hard with his team to make the Murphy Farm Preschool building wonderful! #Orange

There is no shortage of love at SISD Valley/Jerome Preschool! Ms. Priscilla, Jerome Preschool teacher, gives morning hugs to student, Milo McKinney, to get her day started with a smile! Children learn better in an environment where they feel loved and valued. #OurStory #OrangeSpot

Murphy Farm Preschool would like to thank Mr. Lindner for making us a sign for Buttercup, our cow statue! #Orange


