Educators were welcomed back to Unity Hall, Central Campus (formerly the Transitions PD Center) for our first professional learning since the renovation “Unlocking Literacy: Explicit Phonics as a Key to Word-Level Reading and Spelling.” SISD Instructional Coaches Katie Bailey and Sara Johnston led this wonderful day of learning. #SISDliteracy #OurStory
over 1 year ago, Katie Bailey
Phonics PD
Phonics PD
Welcome
A special "Thank you" to school board member Ruth Ann Knapp for sending this beautiful arrangement of flowers to the Superintendent's office, stating, "Welcome to your new home." 🙂 Today marks the full opening of our newly renovated Central Campus superintendent and administration offices, and district-wide universal collaborative work spaces in Unity Hall. #SaginawISD #OurStory
over 1 year ago, Jeffrey Collier
flower bouquet
Last week, our STEM Director, Mark Lyons, presented at the MACUL Conference. He shared topics such as AI's impact on our environment and budget-friendly assistive technologies while networking with fellow educators and was inspired by the keynote speaker. #MACUL24
over 1 year ago, Mark Lyons
Cornelius and Mark at the MACUL conference
Pin board showing badge and pin from MACUL conference
Mark presenting on AT solutions
Shout out to Deputy Superintendent Scott Sawyer, Executive Director of Instructional Services Vic Bugni, and Director of Early Childhood Sabrina Jackson for showing off our Jerome Preschool renovation project at tonight's board meeting! #SaginawISD
over 1 year ago, Coty Kuschinsky
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The #SaginawISD Instructional Services Quarter 3 Newsletter is now available! Check it out using this link: https://www.smore.com/n/7kpfm.
over 1 year ago, Chris Bolen
#ATTENTION Juniors and Seniors! Unlock the secrets of accounting and join us for a day of hands-on activities, presentations, and mentorship by experienced professionals from Andrews Hooper Pavlik PLC on June 11th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Heritage High School. Students who are interested in a career in accounting, finance, or business won't want to miss this opportunity! Click on the QR code on the flyer or register at https://forms.gle/BbGFtqpHwWAkwU3i9 to sign up today! Space is limited for this FREE camp! Contact Ann Marie Batkoski, Saginaw ISD Business Partnerships Consultant, at abatkoski@sisd.cc or 989-399-6183 for more information.
over 1 year ago, Ann Marie Batkoski
Careers in Numbers Summer Camp hosted by Andrews Hooper Pavlik on June 11th from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at Heritage High School. Register by contacting Ann Marie Batkoski at abatkoski@sisd.cc or 989-399-6183
#SaginawISD Mental Health Practitioner Hannah Hill and Behavior Support Consultant Jon LeFevre spent the day with staff from St. Charles discussing self-care strategies and other social-emotional learning opportunities. Thanks for the great day of learning and conversation!
over 1 year ago, Jon Lefevre
 mental health
 mental health
Congratulations to our #SaginawISD team members who are celebrating a service anniversary this week! #OurStory
over 1 year ago, Saginaw ISD Human Resources
happy work anniversary
Spark the Orange Frog is hopping into St. Patrick's Day, bringing a wave of joy and luck to Saginaw ISD! 🍀🌈 #StPaddysDay
over 1 year ago, Coty Kuschinsky
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Saginaw ISD Instructional Coach, Stacy Darrow, enjoyed presenting MagicSchool.ai to a packed room at MACUL this week. #OurStory #aiForAll
over 1 year ago, Stacy Darrow
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This coming Thursday, March 21st, bring your leadership team to the newly renovated Central Campus for professional development that will work to improve your MTSS and Improvement System! For more opportunities, visit: https://www.sisd.cc/page/instructional-services #SaginawISD
over 1 year ago, Chris Bolen
Systems Work
Check out this article authored by the Principal of Hemmeter Elementary who is also a Hartley alumnus that beautifully captures his experience: https://classroomcommunities.com/2017/11/30/building-relationships-in-the-wilderness/?fbclid=IwAR0_NbyJO521L6U6bKJOnO3lj_vIMM75-PripeHm_VewEXTVOmy2vhUwngs
over 1 year ago, Eric Rutherford
Hartley sign with students behind it.
📚 Shoutout to the incredible staff at Merrill Elementary School for their unwavering dedication to nurturing the love of reading and fostering lifelong learners! Your passion and commitment make a world of difference in shaping young minds. 🌟 #GOVANDALS #SaginawISD
over 1 year ago, Sara Johnston
#GOVANDALS
Instructional Coach Jessica McKee enjoyed presenting to educators at MACUL on how to increase student agency, engagement, critical thinking, and collaboration. #MACUL24 #SaginawISD
over 1 year ago, Jessica McKee
instructional services
Laure Weakman would like to nominate School Social Worker Rebecca Stewart for an Orange Spot Recognition. She has gone above and beyond to organize Freeland's 2nd Annual Wellness Fair. Thank you for dedicating your time/energy to this event. #OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #OurStory
over 1 year ago, Laure Weakman
Part of the FCSD Mental Health Team
Agencies Setting Up for the Wellness Fair
2nd Annual Wellness Fair
Wellness Fair guests choosing raffle prizes
Some of the agency donated raffle options
Occupational Therapists Kate Kawiecki and Ashleigh Trato shared their research and application regarding Sensory Integration with an engaged group of START Coach Leaders at #SaginawISD. Learning from our colleagues and collaborating on evidence-based practices is a priority. Thank you, Kate and Ashleigh! #SaginawISD
over 1 year ago, Jill Asiala
Ashleigh and Kate standing together in front of their title slide, Sensory Integration.
Sarah tries  an adaptive "donut" ball as a flexible seating option.
Participants engage in a brain break using pool noodles to keep a beat with a Danny Go video.
Happy and engaged participants show off their pool noodles after completing the Danny Go activity.
Saginaw ISD Counselors and Career Readiness Team members build knowledge of careers in construction while touring upgrades and renovations at Dow Event Center with Spence Brothers project leaders Jake Golden and Sam Struble. #SaginawISDCTE
over 1 year ago, Tina Bacigalupo
Sam Struble, Spence Brothers Project Manager, describes the many construction careers involved in their projects
Jake Golden, Spence Brothers Project Director, leads the team tour
Team leaders describe the attributes needed for career progression
Herb Spence, Chairman and CEO, welcomes the team with Ann Marie Batkoski, Saginaw ISD
Discovery Education Unleashed - part 2. This asynchronous opportunity explores the interactive tools and how to capitalize on engagement strategies built into the system. There is one 30-minute meeting on 4/20 at 4 pm. Earn 2 SCECHs, register now: https://bit.ly/remcdiscoverpart2
over 1 year ago, Mark Lyons
Virtual Discovery Edu for teachers
Our Executive Director of Early Childhood Dr. Ericka Taylor says, "My family and I were honored, blessed and humbled to meet THE President of the United States and talk briefly about my work in Early Childhood today!" #SaginawISD
over 1 year ago, Ericka M. Taylor, Ph.D.
Taylor Family
Ms. Kohnert's class at Millet Learning Center had a great time outside, going for walks and doing sidewalk chalk fun in yesterday's weather! #OurStory #SaginawISD #MilletMustangs
over 1 year ago, AMY KOHNERT
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sidewalk chalk fun
fun times on a walk
beautiful day