Saginaw ISD

Leading Forward: Mental Health Program Director Emily Rau leads forward by being open, honest, and vulnerable with everyone. Her willingness to learn more and do what's best for kids are some of her key assets. #OurStory #LeadingForward

almost 2 years ago, Scott Sawyer

Smiling individual seated at a desk in an office environment, wearing a white sweater, with a computer monitor, keyboard, notebook, and water bottle visible on the desk.

Special thanks to Mark Lyons for coming to STEP Elementary to teach students about coding and activities with Dash Robots. Coding is for everyone! #FunFriday #Coding #SISD

almost 2 years ago, Amanda Smith

Great minds think alike! Transitions Center Paraprofessional Jan Doyle and Payroll Coordinator Bill Taylor showed up twinning today. Who wore it best? #TeamSpirit #SaginawISD #OurStory

almost 2 years ago, Scott Sawyer

Two employees stand side by side against a teal wall. On the left is a man wearing a light pink, short-sleeve, collared shirt with thin stripes. On the right is a woman wearing a solid light pink sweater and a black lanyard with ID badges. Both are smiling warmly at the camera.

Saginaw County Youth Ambassadors: Education & Training Day! Cohort 4 had an amazing field trip this month, exploring the world of Education and Training opportunities in Saginaw County! They started their day at Local 85 Plumbers, Steamfitters, and HVAC, where they learned valuable trade skills, including welding, brazing, and soldering; Next, they visited Stone Elementary to read to first graders and shared gratitude through a heartwarming Thanksgiving project. The day wrapped up at Saginaw Valley State University, where they explored college admissions, enjoyed lunch at the Marketplace, and let their creativity shine in the Innovation Lab. A huge thank you to their coach, Amanda Koch, and field trip guide, Ann Marie Batkoski, both from the amazing Saginaw ISD CTE team, for making this experience unforgettable. A special thank you to our amazing community partners who make this day extra special for our youth ambassadors! We couldn't provide these opportunities without you! #OurStory #youthambassadors #saginawforadayoralifetime

almost 2 years ago, Ann Marie Batkoski

student welding with a welding hood on while an instructor watches. Sparks are flying

Student reading while sitting in a chair to a classroom of 1st graders who are sitting on the floor

students listening to a guest speaker at SVSU's innovation lab

Student using a brazing torch while another student looks on

Students bending aluminum with piping and bend cutters

College student holding up a piece of his retractable skateboard while the professor looks on

Millet Paraprofessional Shamiah Chandler is thankful to teacher Amy Kohnert for always going above and beyond for students and staff! #orangespot

almost 2 years ago, SHAMIAH CHANDLER

🌟 Congratulations to Tai Petrillo! 🌟 We’re thrilled to celebrate Tai on becoming a certified LETRS Early Childhood Facilitator! 🎉 This achievement is a game-changer for Saginaw County, as Tai's expertise will empower our educators with invaluable literacy knowledge. #OrangeSpot

almost 2 years ago, Kelly Kujala

Our Millet Learning Center front office staff participated in group costume day and dressed as our nursing crew for Spirit Week! #MilletMustanges #SpiritWeek

almost 2 years ago, Chelsea Korzecki

Did you know General Motors offers an incredible apprenticeship program? Students from the Saginaw Career Complex Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing program do now! This week, they explored Saginaw Metal Casting Operations, diving into career paths in skilled trades and the diverse engineering opportunities waiting for them after high school. A huge thank you to Ann Marie Batkoski, Business Partnerships Consultant, for connecting UAW 688 and General Motors with Saginaw County students for this career exploration experience! For more information about GM's apprenticeship program, check out their website at https://search-careers.gm.com/en/gm-apprenticeship-program/ #ourctestory #ourstory #cteworks #ctestrong #careeerawareness #saginawisd #generalmotors

almost 2 years ago, Ann Marie Batkoski

UAW 688 President Tony Mann speaking at GM SMCO in front of a group of students sitting at tables

GM Representatives talking to students sitting at long tables with a safety rep looking on

Students inside the GM plant looking at engine molds

Students inside GM plant learning about injection molding

Here are more photos of our Millet Spirit Week with our Wild Shoes and Socks!

almost 2 years ago, SHAMIAH CHANDLER

Congratulations to Saginaw ISD’s new Bronze Level Authors from October! This important first step in positive storytelling begins with sharing just one story. We look forward to seeing the impact of your continued contributions to the #OurStory initiative! Learn more about #OurStory: https://www.sisd.cc/page/our-story

almost 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky

Heritage High School and Saginaw Career Complex Hospitality students explored careers in Hospitality, Tourism, Sports Management, and Event Planning during a Talent Tour in the Great Lakes Bay Region. They toured the Dow Event Center with Kevin Murphy to learn about event planning and sports tourism with Tim Shelton of Go Great Lakes Bay. At Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Lodge & Restaurant, Randy Hegenauer introduced them to Michigan’s largest waterpark, while Kayla Pink shared insights on leisure tourism. The students enjoyed a day of inspiration and hands-on learning about the hospitality industry! Thank you to Ann Marie Batlkoski, Saginaw ISD Business Partnerships Consultant, and Sue Hill, Heritage H.S. Work-Based Learning Coordinator for all of your help in planning this fabulous day for students! #OurStory #SaginawISD #careerawareness #heritagehawks1 #saginawcareercomplex

almost 2 years ago, Ann Marie Batkoski

Tim Shelton of Go Great Lakes Bay talking about Sports Tourism

Students backstage of the Dow Event Center Theater

Students inside the Bavarian Inn Lodge getting a tour

Students at the Dow Event Center Ice Arena with Kevin Murphy of the Dow Event Center

Michael Zehnder and Randy Hegeneur showing students where the new waterpark is at the Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn Lodge

Students outside the Bavarian Inn Lodge wth Randy Hegeneur

Students inside the Bavarian Inn Restaurant listeing to a presenter

Kayla Pinok of Go Great Lakes talking to students about leisure tourism

During this Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week, the Saginaw ISD Transitions Center School wants to thank Stacy Wood for being our rock. Stacy is willing to sub in any position and does it with positivity. We appreciate having her on our team! #OurStory #SISDTransitionsCenter #SubstituteTeacherAppreciationWeek

almost 2 years ago, Brigette Uhrich

Happy Thanksgiving from Ms. Courtney's room at St. Peter and Paul Preschool. #SaginawISD #OurStory

almost 2 years ago, Teri Maslowski

Superintendent Collier shared his gratitude for the thoughtful delivery of a flexible buoy chair from partners at NBS Commercial Interiors. #SaginawISD continues to explore and embrace modern, flexible furniture to meet the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s campuses. #OurStory

almost 2 years ago, Jeffrey Collier

Executive Director of Human Resources, Andrea Wise, would like to nominate Matt Nordquist, Service Operations Manager, for an Orange Spot recognition. Matt created a one-click login to Skyward in Google to implement two-factor authentication. This allows our team to be more efficient in working with multiple school districts' payroll and HR systems. Thank you, Matt, for making the Skywards login process more efficient for our team! #OrangeSpot #Saginaw ISD #OurStory

almost 2 years ago, Andrea Wise

Director of HR Jenn Grigg and Deputy Superintendent Scott Sawyer had a great time talking with SVSU student teachers about the benefits of public school employment. #OurStory

almost 2 years ago, Scott Sawyer

A virtual meeting screen with multiple participants, some with cameras on and others off.

Two individuals smiling in an office setting, with framed diplomas and documents displayed on a cabinet behind them.

Congratulations to Saginaw ISD’s new Iron Level Authors from October! Reaching this milestone with 25 stories or more reflects a strong commitment to positive storytelling. Your dedication to sharing impactful moments continues to inspire and empower our #OurStory initiative. Learn more about #OurStory: https://www.sisd.cc/page/our-story

almost 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky

Congratulations to Saginaw ISD’s new Orange Level Authors from October! By sharing 10 or more stories, you’re actively seeking out and celebrating the positivity around you. This milestone reflects the spirit of our Orange Frog training and the power of positive storytelling. Learn more about #OurStory: https://www.sisd.cc/page/our-story

almost 2 years ago, Coty Kuschinsky

Mental Health Program Director Emily Rau and Mental Health Practitioners Assegid Mersha, Danielle Perry, Marinella Brady, Kylie Seliskar, Stacey Smyczynski, Lisa Coney, and Hannah Hill attended the Children's Grief Center Hearts of Hope Luncheon. Hannah Hill served as a panelist for the discussion surrounding grief support for children. We are grateful for the partnership and service the Children's Grief Center offers to students in Saginaw County and beyond. November is National Children's Grief Awareness Month, and may we honor all those who have lost loved ones. #OurChildren #OurStory

almost 2 years ago, Emily Rau

mental health practitioner smiling with a microphone

8 mental health practitioners standing in front of a screen

Saginaw ISD was thrilled to host Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) leaders, Abby Cypher and Ben Hicks, today! #OurStory #MAASE

almost 2 years ago, Dave Krantz