🍂 A Fun Fall Day at Johnson’s Pumpkin Farm! 🎃

Mr. Rose’s and Mrs. Neumann’s post-secondary students from Millet Learning Center enjoyed a wonderful fall outing to Johnson’s Pumpkin Farm!

Students had a great time exploring the corn maze, enjoying delicious cider donuts, and sipping on fresh apple cider. 🍎 It was the perfect opportunity to get outdoors, soak in the beautiful fall atmosphere, and create lasting memories together!

Beyond the fall festivities, experiences like these provide valuable opportunities for our students to build independence, strengthen social skills, and engage in meaningful experiences within their community.

🍁 A fun fall day was had by all!

#SaginawISD #OurStory

about 3 hours ago, David Rose
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm
Students enjoying their time at Johnson's Pumpkin Farm

Little hands, big imaginations, and a whole lot of fall fun! 🍃 Students in Ms. Heather and Ms. Alainna’s preschool classes got creative with nature as they worked together to make colorful leaf collages!

Through this hands-on activity, our little learners explored the beauty of fall while practicing creativity, fine motor skills, and teamwork.

#SaginawISD #OurStory

about 5 hours ago, Heather Weaver
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💡 Did You Know? Your local school district and Saginaw ISD are two different organizations!

While local school districts are responsible for overseeing their individual schools, Intermediate School Districts (ISDs) work alongside them to provide specialized programs, resources, and services that support students, educators, and families. Here in Saginaw County, Saginaw ISD works collaboratively with 12 local school districts to expand educational opportunities and provide services that might otherwise be difficult for individual districts to offer independently.

From special education and early childhood programs to career and technical education, professional development, transportation, and technology support, Saginaw ISD helps connect the pieces that support student success.

Different organizations. Shared goals. One community.

#DidYouKnow #SaginawISD #OurStory
about 10 hours ago, Kimberly Pruitt
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National White Cane Awareness Day is celebrated on October 15th of each year. The white cane is a device that helps our students with visual impairments (VI) to be independent and safe. The VI and O&M (Orientation and Mobility) team takes pride in serving our students with vision challenges each and every day. #OneTeam #OneISD #SaginawISD #OurStory

about 10 hours ago, Robert Paris
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Thank you to all the students, families, and community members who joined us at the Saginaw Career Complex (SCC) tonight for our informational open house! We appreciated the opportunity to share more about the Career and Technical Education (CTE) millage renewal and restoration, answer questions, and showcase the opportunities available to students across Saginaw County. To learn more about the proposal, visit SaginawCountyCTE.com.
about 24 hours ago, Coty Kuschinsky

🍂🍁 Look what our Murphy Farm preschoolers found!

One little leaf, endless possibilities for learning! From counting and comparing to observing, discovering, and imagining, our preschoolers are learning that nature is full of academic adventures.

Sometimes, the best classroom is right outside our doors! 🍃

#SaginawISD #OurStory

1 day ago, Megan Bedford
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💡 Did You Know? Intermediate School Districts have been serving Michigan communities for more than 60 years!

Michigan established its Intermediate School District (ISD) system in 1962 to help expand educational opportunities, provide specialized services, and support local school districts across the state.

But did you know that not every ISD goes by the same name? Throughout Michigan, you’ll find educational service agencies operating under different names, including:

🟠 ISD – Intermediate School District
🟠 RESA – Regional Educational Service Agency
🟠 ESA – Educational Service Agency

While their names may differ, their purpose remains similar: supporting local schools, educators, students, and families through regional programs and services.

#DidYouKnow #SaginawISD #OurStory
1 day ago, Kimberly Pruitt
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Help us give back! Bring a hygiene item to our October 28th Open House at the Transitions Center to support students at the Transitions Center and Millet Learning Center!

📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
📍 Unity Hall

Every donation helps ensure our students have access to everyday essentials while empowering our Transitions Center students to experience the importance of service, teamwork, and giving back.

#SaginawISD #OurStory #TransitionsCenter

2 days ago, Mitchell Wheatcraft
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Meet Meagan Ratzlaff, Payroll Specialist!

Meagan’s journey with Saginaw ISD began in December 2016 as a substitute paraprofessional at Millet Learning Center through PCMI WillSub. In April 2024, Meagan joined the Human Resources Department as a Payroll Specialist before transitioning to the Finance Department in November 2025.

Today, Meagan manages biweekly payroll, state retirement reporting, and employee benefit allocations, including paid time off, for two local school districts. She also works closely with her colleagues and Payroll Manager Bill to ensure payroll operations run smoothly.

Meagan’s journey reflects her dedication, adaptability, and continued commitment to serving students, staff, and school districts throughout Saginaw County.

Thank you, Meagan, for your years of service and the important work you do behind the scenes!

#SaginawISD #OurStory
3 days ago, Kimberly Pruitt
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Trista Scheil, Payroll Specialist, would like to nominate Tammy Cavendish, Director of Finance, for an Orange Spot Recognition for her exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to creating an Orange Spot culture! 🧡

Trista shares:

“Tammy truly embodies Saginaw ISD’s mission to Serve, Innovate, and Empower in everything she does. She serves her team, colleagues, and community with genuine intention and care. Her support is unwavering, and no challenge brought to her is ever met with discouragement. Instead, she immediately begins looking for solutions, reminding us that no problem is too big to work through together.

She innovates by approaching challenges with creativity, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. Where others might see obstacles, Tammy sees opportunities. What we sometimes perceive as setbacks, she turns into learning experiences that help us grow.

Most importantly, she empowers those around her. Tammy never misses an opportunity to recognize our efforts, celebrate our successes, or remind us of what we’re capable of. She ensures we have the tools, resources, and encouragement we need to succeed while giving us the confidence to become the best versions of ourselves.

Tammy brings a warmth and positivity to the workplace that is truly contagious. She is a bright light, a constant source of encouragement, and the kind of leader who makes people feel valued, supported, and excited about the work they do.

Tammy doesn’t just promote Orange Spot culture. She creates it, lives it, and inspires it in everyone around her. We wouldn’t be the team we are without her.”

Thank you, Tammy, for your outstanding leadership and for making Saginaw ISD a place where others feel valued, encouraged, and empowered! 🧡

#OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #OurStory

3 days ago, Trista Scheil
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Calling all educators who support literacy! 📚

Saginaw ISD Instructional Services is hosting a new Literacy Network that you won’t want to miss!

Join us on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at SISD’s Jerome Campus, beginning at 9:00 AM.

For more information and to register, visit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdORFSchaEqrxZH6YVcVlZHvFa3mLYDG3iiPwm_t76AC4X5ag/viewform?usp=header

#SaginawISD #OurStory

3 days ago, Kelly Kujala
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October is AAC Awareness Month! 💬🧡 For Week 2, we’re busting some common AAC myths and replacing them with facts! ❌ Myth: AAC will stop someone from talking. ✅ Fact: AAC can support language development and may even encourage speech. ❌ Myth: A person has to prove they are “ready” for AAC. ✅ Fact: There are no prerequisites for communication. Everyone deserves access to a way to communicate. ❌ Myth: AAC is only for requesting wants and needs. ✅ Fact: Communication is so much more! AAC users can comment, ask questions, joke, learn, connect with others, advocate for themselves, and share their thoughts and personalities. When we presume competence and provide access, we give people opportunities to communicate, participate, and be heard. 💙 #AACAwarenessMonth #AACAwareness #PresumeCompetence #CommunicationIsAHumanRight #EveryoneDeservesAVoice #AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveEducation #SaginawISD
3 days ago, Jessica Bluhm

Hopping into the weekend in style! 🐸 Queen of Clean Makeba Lawson, HR Manager Jamie McGough, and PD Center Coordinator Kaitlin Lovely are sporting positivity and orange spirit on this froggy Friday! 🧡

#SaginawISD #OurStory

6 days ago, Kaitlin Lovely
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We are proud to have Dr. Collier represent Saginaw ISD and the Great Lakes Bay Region as a member of the Michigan Department of Education’s newly established Innovation Task Force! This is an exciting opportunity to help shape innovative ideas and advance the future of education for students across Michigan.
6 days ago, Saginaw ISD
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Benefits Coordinator Kayla Coughlin would like to nominate PD Center Coordinator Kaitlyn Lovely for an Orange Spot Recognition for her positivity, helpfulness, and willingness to go above and beyond! 🧡

Kayla shares: “Kaitlyn is always so positive to work with! She has been particularly helpful with scheduling our upcoming Flu Shot Clinics and coordinating meeting rooms for our informational and onsite counselor sessions during Open Enrollment in November. She is always willing to provide support and consistently has a great attitude. Kaitlyn also recently started sending out a weekly snapshot of upcoming scheduled events to those who have booked our locations, which has been incredibly helpful. Kaitlyn is awesome!”

Thank you, Kaitlyn, for your positive attitude, initiative, and dedication to supporting your colleagues. Your efforts do not go unnoticed!

#OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #OurStory

6 days ago, Kayla Coughlin
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There was plenty of exploring, moving, and learning happening in the sensory room for Ms. Tammy Britton’s class at Millet Learning Center!

With support from Occupational Therapist Ms. Lanette, students worked on both gross and fine motor skills through hands-on activities designed to encourage movement, coordination, and engagement.

These moments may look like play, but they’re also opportunities for our students to practice important skills and build confidence along the way! 💙

#SaginawISD #OurStory #MilletMustangs

6 days ago, MS. Tammy Britton
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Students from the Saginaw Career Complex (SCC) recently took their learning outdoors during a visit to Hartley Nature Center! As part of their visit, students conducted a walking audit of the property, exploring opportunities for future projects and potential collaborations with SCC’s Building Trades program. This hands-on experience gave students a chance to see how the skills they’re developing in the classroom can make a meaningful impact right here in our community.

We love seeing our Saginaw ISD programs come together to create real-world learning opportunities for students! 👏

#SaginawISD #OurStory #SaginawCareerComplex

7 days ago, Josh Miller
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🍂🎃 You’re Invited to Millet Learning Center’s Fall Open House! 🍂🎃

Fall is in the air, and we can’t wait to welcome our families to our school! Join us for a fun-filled fall evening as you explore our building, visit classrooms, meet staff, and see all the wonderful things happening at Millet Learning Center.

📅 Thursday, October 22, 2026
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Millet Learning Center
3660 Southfield Dr., Saginaw, MI 48601

We love having our families be part of our school community, and we look forward to spending time with you! Come enjoy the fall festivities, connect with our staff, and help us celebrate a wonderful school year.

We hope to see you there! 🧡

#SaginawISD #OurStory #MilletMustangs

7 days ago, Julie Clauss
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Career and Technical Education (CTE) Director Josh Miller had the opportunity to attend Carrollton’s Parent-Teacher Night, where he connected with students, families, and staff. During the event, students also participated in a hands-on activity, creating yard signs highlighting the upcoming CTE millage on the November 3 ballot.

#SaginawISD #OurStory

7 days ago, Josh Miller
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The Saginaw ISD Early On team and the Saginaw Public School District Birth-Five Program was happy to host Early On providers from Charlevoix-Emmet ISD today. They came to check out the joint collaboration and planning between both programs and to see how playgroups are run in Saginaw County. We were excited to have them join us for the afternoon! #SaginawISD #OurStory

7 days ago, Nicole Rethman
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