Millet Learning Center Paraprofessional Janet Norris would like to nominate Program Secretary Janis Turney for an Orange Frog Nomination! Janet says, “Janis is a cornerstone of the Millet office. Known for her selfless nature and tireless work ethic, she consistently goes above and beyond to support her colleagues. Her positive impact on our office culture and operations is immeasurable, and we are deeply grateful for everything she does.”
We’re happy to have you, Janis!
#SaginawISD #OrangeFrog #OurStory 🐸🧡
Andrea Wise, Executive Director of Human Resources, would like to nominate Travis Culver, Custodian, for an Orange Spot nomination. Travis is one of our amazing custodians who exemplifies what it means to look out for others. He is attentive to safety and willing to jump in and help wherever needed, helping create a safer, more supportive environment for staff and students. Thank you Travis for thinking of others and being such a valued part of our team!
Millet Learning Center teacher Tammy Britton would like to nominate Katoya McCray for an Orange Spot Recognition! 🧡
Ms. Britton says, “Katoya has great attendance, will complete any task you ask her to do, and always has a positive attitude! Katoya has built great relationships with our students since starting in our classroom this August.”
Way to be Orange, Katoya! 🍊👏
#SaginawISD #OurStory #OrangeSpotRecognition
Congratulations to our Director of CTE, Josh Miller, on his first time presenting to the Board of Education this week! Josh provided an update on the continued growth of the Saginaw Career Complex, including nearly doubling student enrollment since the passage of the 2018 CTE Millage. As the fiscal agent of the millage, Saginaw ISD has distributed more than $20 million in reimbursements to our local school districts over time, removing financial barriers and expanding access to high-quality CTE programming for students across Saginaw County.
We’re looking forward to expanding additional programs at SCC, pending approval, and to continuing to build on this momentum. We’re also grateful for the strong partnership with Saginaw Public Schools and for SCC Principal Ben Leal, who attended the meeting and continues to support this important work. Well done, Josh! #CTEMonth #SaginawCountyCTE #OrangeSpot
This positive ORANGE message came into our preschool comment box this week, and it is a perfect reminder of the great things our leadership team does for our teachers and staff on a daily basis!" Thank you, Ashley Reed, for sharing such a positive message about your supervisor!
"I am coming up on my 5-year anniversary, and in the 5 years, I have had a different supervisor for every year I’ve been there. I want to say that Frankie Lopez is by far the best supervisor I’ve worked under. I recently had the chance to work with her in the classroom and met Teacher Frankie. I respect her input and help. She pushes me to do better, she’s involved, kind, patient, and not afraid to give constructive criticism. I wanted to say I’m happy to work under her in the workplace."
#SaginawISD #OurStory #OrangeSpot
Millet Learning Center Teacher Tammy Britton would like to nominate Paraprofessional Angel Box-Tatum for Orange Spot Recognition!
Tammy shares, “Angel builds amazing relationships with students and staff not only in our classroom, but throughout the entire building. She consistently goes above and beyond as a true team player, always stepping in to support any student or staff member in need of a helping hand.”
Angel’s dedication, positivity, and commitment to others truly make a difference each and every day. 🧡 #SaginawISD #OrangeSpot #OurStory
School Social Worker Jessika Doyle has nominated Visually Impaired Assistant Amber Sweatland for an Orange Spot Recognition!
Jessika shared, “Amber has been a tremendous asset in our STEP Program at Merrill. She originally supported a student in a different role, but when that student was out for a period of time, she stepped in to help in our STEP room. Although she shared that it was outside of her comfort zone, she still showed up and supported our staff and students. I hope she knows her support means more than she realizes.”
Thank you, Amber, for your flexibility, dedication, and heart for students. Your willingness to step up and serve wherever needed truly makes a difference.
#SaginawISD #OrangeSpot #OurStory
Our Executive Director of Human Resources (HR), Andrea Wise, would like to nominate HR Director Jenn Grigg for an Orange Spot in recognition of her exceptional work implementing the BambooHR applicant tracking system for the district. Jenn led this project to align with district needs while enhancing the experience for applicants, hiring managers, and HR staff. As a result of Jenn’s efforts, the district now benefits from a more efficient, organized, and compliant recruitment process. The new system has improved communication, streamlined workflows, and positioned the district to better support future hiring needs. Jenn’s orange mindset and focus on continuous improvement exemplify what it means to serve, innovate, and empower. #OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #OurStory
Huge Orange shoutout to Tony Moryl, Facilities Program Director, and Liz Roxberry, Hartley Program Director, who responded quickly this afternoon to a water line break at Murphy Farm. Their swift action contained the damage and ensured our preschool program was able to continue uninterrupted.
It is always inspiring to see how our team steps in to support one another and problem-solve in real time to ensure our learning environments remain safe, stable, and ready for our students. 🍊
#SaginawISD #OurStory #OrangeFrog
Jamie McGough, HR Manager, and Kayla Coughlin, Benefits Coordinator, would like to give a big Orange Frog shout-out to Scott Sawyer, Executive Director of Finance, for going above and beyond in his support of our team. Scott generously shared his time and expertise, and his willingness to jump in made a meaningful impact. Thank you for being such a positive and collaborative partner!
#OurStory #SaginawISD 🐸🧡
🧡 ORANGE SHOUT OUT 🧡
Dr. Senkowski would like to give a huge orange appreciation to Stephanie Eickholt for her outstanding leadership and dedication as our Preschool Education Administrator. During this past week’s onsite GSRP visit, Stephanie led with grace and clarity and continues to receive high praise from our partners for her support.
Her thoughtful oversight, strong collaboration across Saginaw County, and unwavering focus on quality and compliance ensure our youngest learners and the staff who serve them are supported at the highest level. Stephanie’s leadership, both behind the scenes and in the field, makes a meaningful difference every day. SISD and our Early Childhood partners are stronger because of her. Thank you, Stephanie, for all you do.🧡
#SaginawISD #OurStory #OrangeSpot
Today, we are proud to give an Orange Shout-Out to our Payroll Team. Their behind-the-scenes work has a meaningful impact on every employee at Saginaw ISD. Built on accuracy, trust, and consistency, they ensure every paycheck is correct, compliant, and delivered on time—even under tight deadlines, during audits, and during school breaks.
When payroll runs smoothly, it often goes unnoticed, and that quiet reliability speaks volumes about their professionalism and dedication.
Thank you to our Payroll Team for showing up every week and ensuring everyone gets paid, no matter the demands behind the scenes. #SaginawISD #OurStory
Assistive Technology Coordinator Jessica Bluhm would like to give a huge orange shout-out 🧡 to the incredible staff at Millet Learning Center:
• Teachers: Christie Jacques, Dana Polzin, and Callista Bassett
• Paraprofessionals: Lilly Easterling, Sheila Carter, Lupe Rodea, and Sherneer Sweeney
• Speech-Language Pathologists: Jessie Johnson and Anna Marietta-Rose
Thank you for warmly welcoming the OPTIMISE team into your classrooms to conduct interviews and capture amazing footage of students actively using AAC. Your dedication to inclusive practices and to giving Saginaw County students their voice does not go unnoticed. We are so grateful for the work you do every day! #OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #AACRocks #MilletLearningCenter
Business Manager Alyssa Gutowski would like to nominate Director of Instructional Services Chris Bolen for an Orange Spot Recognition. Alyssa says, "Working with Chris in any capacity makes it clear how deeply she cares about education. I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with her on many finance-related projects, and last week I watched her lead our team at the Boys and Girls Club in Saginaw with the same dedication and heart she brings to everything she does. I truly appreciate the passion Chris pours into her work. She embodies what it means to serve in education." Thank you, Chris! #OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #OurStory
Special Education Supervisor Nicole Green would like to nominate Melanie Pluto for Orange Spot Recognition for her outstanding work as a bus aide. Nicole says. "Melanie is incredibly patient with our students and consistently goes above and beyond to support their success on the bus. Her calm approach, positive communication, and strong teamwork make a huge difference every single day." You go Melanie! #SaginawISD #OrangeSpot #OurStory
Special Education Supervisor Nicole Green would like to nominate Kourtney Bourbina and Jessika Doyle for an Orange Spot Recognition! Nicole says, "Their shared commitment to understanding each child’s unique strengths and needs is what truly makes our school communities stronger. Thank you both for the heart you put into your work every day. Your partnership is helping create brighter paths for our students, and we are so grateful for all that you do!" #SaginawISd #OragneSpot #OurStory #TeamWork #SupportMatters
