Saginaw ISD

Saginaw ISD is partnering with the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) to host a Pension & Retirement Seminar tailored to Michigan Public School employees. All public school employees are welcome to attend!

This seminar will provide comprehensive insights into retirement planning for Michigan Public School employees. Topics will include healthcare, pension benefits - both Defined Contribution (DC) and Defined Benefit (DB), retirement savings plans, and strategies for managing lifetime income.

Whether you are just beginning your career, mid-career, or nearing retirement, this seminar promises to be an invaluable resource for better understanding your benefits and planning your future with confidence.

RSVP: chris@marsprps.com

#SaginawISD #SISD #OurStory #Pension&Retirement #SISDHR

16 days ago, SISD Human Resources

Thank you to Saginaw ISD Board President Dr. Katherine Ellison for her leadership and support in helping create an alcove exhibit at the Saginaw Castle Museum highlighting our Hartley Outdoor Education Center. Dr. Ellison's impact continues to elevate #OurStory! #SaginawISD

about 4 hours ago, Jeffrey Collier

Saginaw ISD Executive Director of HR Andrea Wise and Bay-Arenac ISD Director of HR Jenn Grigg partnered to present at the MSBO Conference, speaking with school business leaders from across the state about the importance of collaboration between HR and Finance, as well as the critical functions of HR within a school district. #SaginawISD #OurStory

about 8 hours ago, Andrea Wise

Ready to earn your Google Certified Educator Level 1 certification? Join Google Certified Together – Level 1 Cohort and get the support, structure and encouragement you need to prepare with confidence! This REMC learning cohort offers expert guidance, peer support and focused learning around the six core pillars of the Google Level 1 Exam Guide. Don’t study alone - learn alongside other educators and build your Google Workspace for Education skills together.
📅 Begins May 11, 2026
💻 Virtual learning cohort
🎓 Earn 5 SCECHs
Register today and take the next step toward becoming Google Certified: https://bit.ly/REMCgooglecert

about 9 hours ago, Mark Lyons

A huge shout-out to Saginaw ISD Bus Driver, Cynthia Schmidt! 🚌 When approached with a last-minute, outside-the-box request to help with a creative project, she didn't hesitate for a second. We appreciate your spontaneity and kindness, Cynthia! #OurStory #SaginawISD #AboveandBeyond #OrangeSpot

about 10 hours ago, Emily Rau

School bus parked outside of a building with an orange frog waving out of the drivers side window. The bus has a graphic on the side that says "Thank You Cynthia!"

Dr. Trisha Berg presented valuable, research-driven strategies for addressing attendance challenges. Teams from school districts across Saginaw County participated in the four-day workshop. A special thank you to Maggie Wisniski and the MiFamily Engagement Center for providing this meaningful learning opportunity. #SaginawISD #OurStory

1 day ago, Chris Bolen

Thank you to Saginaw ISD Instructional Coach Matt Lovely for the opportunity to witness the outstanding relationships being built with students and staff at Arthur Eddy School through a shared focus on literacy. #SaginawISD #OurStory

1 day ago, Chris Bolen

Ms. Sarah’s students at Millet Learning Center showed their appreciation for their bus drivers by creating thoughtful gifts. They colored “thank you” bus cards and made personalized ink pens for each driver! #SaginawISD #OurStory

1 day ago, Sarah Ludens

Ms. Sarah's students love their business drivers. They colored them a bus thank you card and made them a personalized ink pen!

The Superintendent's Office proudly celebrates Christine Thompson, Technical Support Specialist, at Saginaw ISD! Christine consistently leads forward through the way she models outstanding customer service each day. Her kindness, friendliness, and welcoming spirit are noticed by everyone she serves. She approaches every challenge with professionalism, grace, and a true commitment to finding solutions that help others succeed. Christine, thank you for being a daily positive difference-maker, and for always leading forward with excellence and care! #OurStory #Orange

1 day ago, Jeffrey Collier

Today we recognize the people who start and end each school day for so many of our students, our bus drivers. They do far more than drive a route; they build relationships, keep students safe, and create a consistent, caring presence every single day. We’re grateful for the patience, responsibility, and heart they bring to their work. Thank you for everything you do!

2 days ago, Coty Kuschinsky

Celebrating Stacy Darrow and this well-deserved recognition from the EduPaths team! Stacy Darrow, Instructional Coach at Saginaw ISD, is being celebrated for her leadership in developing the newly published EduPaths course, "Coaching Conversations that Matter." Her expertise, vision, and dedication helped bring this impactful professional learning opportunity to life. Developed in partnership with EduPaths, Stacy’s work will support up to 50,000 educators across Michigan this fall, which is an incredible reach and a powerful testament to her professional practice, leadership, and commitment to the field. Thank you for leading forward, Stacy! #OurStory #Orange

2 days ago, Jeffrey Collier

The Early Head Start home visiting program invited STARS to our weekly socialization. The families received a tour and got to take little ride around town! Of course, we sang "Wheels on the Bus!" #SaginawISD #OurStory

2 days ago, Sara Mason

STEM was in full force this April.

From rocket builds and space-themed learning at Sherwood, to coding with Dash and Sphero indi robots, to hands-on exploration with Hemlock Semiconductor, students across our region were fully engaged in thinking, building, and problem-solving.

These are the moments that spark curiosity and show students what’s possible.

Huge thanks to Westdale, Sherwood Elementary, and Saginaw STEM for partnering with SISD to make these experiences happen.

#SaginawISD #OurStory

2 days ago, Mark Lyons

Flyer titled “STEMtastic April” on a light blue background featuring a collage of six polaroid-style photos highlighting STEM activities. Images include: students building a strawbee rocket at Sherwood; a “Planet Sherwood” space-themed graphic for Sherwood Space Day; a presenter from Hemlock Semiconductor speaking to a group; a collection of Dash robots; students coding robots at SVRC Marketplace; and students at Westdale Elementary participating in a “Howl Day” coding activity using Sphero indi robots. At the bottom, text reads: “Huge thanks to Westdale, Sherwood Elementary, and Saginaw STEM for partnering with SISD to make this work possible.”

Semiconductor Saturday was a great example of what can happen when organizations come together to create meaningful, hands on learning experiences for students. Saginaw ISD/REMC 9 was proud to collaborate with incredible partners to bring this event to life. Students used coding to guide robots through processes inspired by Hemlock Semiconductor, connecting real world industry to STEM learning. #SaginawISD #OurStory

2 days ago, Mark Lyons

Flyer titled “Semiconductor Saturday” with a light blue background. Text explains that Saginaw ISD collaborated with multiple organizations to host the event and that participants used coding to guide robots through simulated processes inspired by Hemlock Semiconductor. The bottom features cartoon-style graphics of a small robot, a purification machine labeled “Purification Process,” and a character in a protective suit using a tablet next to a conveyor belt with boxes. Logos included are REMC, Saginaw ISD, MiSTEM Network, Saginaw STEM, Delta College STEM Explorer, Hemlock Semiconductor (HSC), Bay Arenac ISD, and MEDC.

We’re admiring one of the beautiful spaces at Saginaw ISD—and the woman who helps make it shine, MaKeba Lawson.

MaKeba joined Saginaw ISD in 2019 and begins each day with joy and gratitude. Known around the building for greeting everyone she passes, she says her positivity comes from within.

“Kindness is what I lead with because I want to be treated with kindness. I wouldn’t want to be treated rude, so I don’t treat people that way. I’m full of laughter and fun—and you’ve got to make the job fun.”

MaKeba takes pride in her work, cleaning the building with care and precision. “Every day, I try to roll the red carpet out for our guests. I want this building to be flawless when people walk in, and I take pride in that.”

Thank you, MaKeba, for the joy, care, and excellence you bring to Saginaw ISD each and every day. ✨

#SaginawISD #OurStory #OrangeSpot

2 days ago, Kimberly Pruitt

Person in green shirt sitting at a table with hand on chin, in a room with chairs and tables.

A person cleans a table in a dining area with round tables, chairs, and a trash can.

A person in a green shirt and blue jeans uses a mop to clean a blue bench in a room.

Great Start to Quality and the Family Child Care Network are excited to announce our first ever in-person conference for Home-Based Educators and Caregivers on May 16th at the Saginaw ISD. Please see the flyer to learn more!

Link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZG50wWMKhdG-CyA7i-nyuEQQ5fe0Cy1z7z-2o2J6xQlJCjQ/viewform

#SaginawISD #OurStory

3 days ago, Julie Bash

Brucker Principal Stephanie Eickholt would like to nominate Holly Murchison for an Orange Spot Nomination for working hard to earn her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and becoming an Early Head Start Lead Teacher. Holly’s dedication to her professional growth and commitment to early childhood education continue to make a positive impact on her students and colleagues. Way to go, Holly! 🧡🐸 #SaginawISD #OurStory #OrangeSpot

3 days ago, Kimberly Pruitt

Huge shoutouts to Program Director Liz Roxberry and our entire Hartley Outdoor Education team for their incredible work this spring season. Their servant leadership, energy, and commitment to creating meaningful experiences for every student continues to make lasting impacts!

3 days ago, Jeffrey Collier

Last week, the Early Head Start Home Visiting program gathered at the Saginaw Art Museum, where creativity was on full display as participants explored their artistic side and created some truly wonderful masterpieces! 🎨

#SaginawISD #OurStory

3 days ago, Sara Mason

When Ms.Megan's class is practicing how to balance with their bodies, they're helping their brains learn how to focus, sit still, and be ready to learn.

#SaginawISD #OurStory

4 days ago, Megan Bedford