Orange Spot nominations continue to roll in for Program Secretary Janis Turney of Millet Learning Center!

Brenna Polzin shared, “I don’t know what I would do without Janis! Since I started in the building, she has been a constant source of not just information, building norms, and helpful reminders, but also positivity, support, and friendly conversation. She’s grace under pressure and keeps this place running without breaking a sweat. We’re so lucky to have her! I’d love to nominate her for an Orange Frog—she has helped me so much.”

Keep up the amazing work, Janis! 👏

#SaginawISD #OrangeFrog #OurStory

10 days ago, AMY KOHNERT
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We’re happy to share this opportunity on behalf of FACT (Families and Children Together) Saginaw County!

FACT’s Loads of Love is hosting a FREE Community Laundry Day for local families.

🗓 Thursday, March 19
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Wash King Dry Cleaners & Laundromat
3075 Williamson Rd., Saginaw, MI

✨ Up to 3 FREE loads of laundry per household
✨ FREE laundry supplies provided

Families are welcome to arrive anytime between 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM (last wash starts at 1:30 PM).

🔗 RSVP here:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=KbQn2rckv02Qe8TFI5N2rdT_MiO5kzdFjWduY4thtE1UOUlSQjZWTjVJUVdCV1FDOU5XU1o2QVNaWS4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl

Let’s help spread the word and support our community!

#SaginawISD #OurStory

10 days ago, Chris Bolen
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Ms. Amy Kohnert’s class has many important classroom jobs, and yesterday Onyx served as the Harmony Helper! He did an awesome job. wWay to go, Onyx! 👏

#SaginawISD #OurStory #MilletMustangs

10 days ago, AMY KOHNERT
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Another successful Early On playgroup last night! A special thank you to the SVSU early childhood students for hosting for our Early On and Saginaw City Birth–Five families. It was an evening filled with St. Patrick’s Day activities, crafts, pizza, and fun! 🍀

#SaginawISD #OurStory #EarlyOn

10 days ago, Nicole Rethman
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Ms. Britton from Millet Learning Center would like to give a huge shout-out to these amazing little pledge leaders! Last week, they led the Pledge of Allegiance, and we couldn’t be more proud of them. 🇺🇸

#SaginawISD #OurStory #MilletMustangs

10 days ago, MS. Tammy Britton
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026
6:00 PM
Saginaw Valley State University
Gilbertson Hall – Room GS 117

This session will provide families and students with an overview of the Great Lakes Bay Early College program, including enrollment requirements, program expectations, and opportunities available to students.

To register for the information session please click the provided link (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BhQgf-D5dpfphWsorzsMg0rpsj28g5Yc/view?usp=drive_link) or scan the QR Code on the flyer. If you have questions, please contact Rodney Woods, Program Director, at rwoods1@sisd.cc or 989-964-6374.

We hope to see you there.
#GLBEC
10 days ago, RODNEY WOODS
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Top of the morning, friends! 🍀 I’m hopping around spreading a little extra luck, positivity, and #OurStory cheer wherever I go today. Don’t forget, kindness is the real gold at the end of the rainbow! #StPaddysDay
10 days ago, Coty Kuschinsky
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Computer science is not something that should begin at a certain grade level. The exposure to its ideas, vocabulary, and ways of thinking should start early. The goal is not to turn every student into a computer programmer, but to help students understand the concepts and language that shape the technology around them. These books will be added into the REMC Lending Library for checkout after spring break. #SaginawISD #OurStory #REMC

11 days ago, Mark Lyons
Graphic with the headline “Start the Conversation Early” and large text reading “Future Ready.” A cartoon book character stands on top of a stack of books in front of a library bookshelf background. Surrounding the character are several children’s technology themed books including “Artificial Intelligence for Babies,” “Python for Kids,” “Quantum Computing for Babies,” “A Kids Book About AI,” and “The AI Navigator.” The image promotes introducing computer science and AI concepts to children at a young age through books and early exposure to technology topics.
Merrill preschoolers got into the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day today by designing and building their own leprechaun traps! 🍀 Using different classroom materials, the children worked together to share ideas, problem-solve, and get creative while thinking about how they might catch a sneaky leprechaun. Hands-on activities like this encourage imagination and teamwork. Now we’ll have to wait and see if a leprechaun visits our classroom tonight! 🌈✨
11 days ago, HALEY HICKEY
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Last week we had a great turnout of readers for our Month of Reading, and we truly enjoyed having you in the classroom! 📚

We love welcoming families who want to share a story with our students. If you’re interested in visiting the classroom to read with us, please contact the teacher to arrange a time. Your support helps make reading even more special for the kids.

#SaginawISD #OurStory

12 days ago, Eboni Hollis
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The flooded fields at Murphy Farm Preschool turned into a day of boating experiences for the kids in Ms. Megan's classroom. They took a ride in the canoe and tested to see if their homemade boats would sink or float. How cool! #SaginawISD #OurStory

12 days ago, Megan Bedford
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Saginaw ISD's Director of Instruction, Christine Bolen, and Professional Learning Program Director, Kelly Kujala, testified before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce this week. They shared SISD's commitment and dedication to literacy for all students. #SaginawISD #OurStory

14 days ago, Vic Bugni
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Chris Bolen and Kelly Kujala in front of the Michigan State Capitol Building.

This week, students from Handley Elementary School visited Hartley and participated in a class on Nature Photography. During the lesson, they learned how photography has evolved over time—from early film cameras to the digital cameras and phones used today. Students also explored how changing the angle of a photo can make an image more interesting, practicing techniques such as shooting from above, below, and up close to capture nature in creative ways. #HartleyOEC #SaginawISD #OurStory

14 days ago, Brigitte Hendershot
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Yesterday the SOAR Art Exploration class went around Saginaw to see the local artwork and had a lot of fun doing so 🎨

#SgainawISD #CommunityArt #SOAR #OurStory

14 days ago, Stefanie Brown
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The Saginaw ISD Wellness Committee would like to give a big thank you to everyone who attended the staff Game Night they hosted this week! 🎲

It was great to see so many staff members come together to relax, laugh, and enjoy some friendly competition. Your participation helped make the evening a fun and welcoming event for everyone.

We appreciate you taking the time to connect with colleagues and support our wellness initiatives. Stay tuned for future events!

#SaginawISD #OurStory

14 days ago, Kayla Coughlin
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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 🐸🧡

14 days ago, AMY KOHNERT
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GLBEC would like to congratulate Cessaly Fichtner for earning the Presidential Scholarship at Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU). Cessaly will attend SVSU in the Fall of 2026 on a full academic scholarship. We are overjoyed for Cessaly and her family. This is an amazing opportunity for Cessaly to continue her academic journey! #GLBEC!
14 days ago, RODNEY WOODS
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The Wellness Committee would like to congratulate the Winter Wellness Challenge Week 3 Winners!🎉

Social/Emotional - Kelly Bull
Physical - Amy Kohnert
Nutritional - Ashleigh Fitzgerald
Random Drawing - Stefanie Elston
14 days ago, Kayla Coughlin
The Early On team hosted a playgroup at Sherwood Elementary. The students got to play with the toys in the early childhood classrooms and use the gross motor rooms! #SaginawISD #OurStory #EarlyOn
14 days ago, Nicole Rethman
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Mrs. Hewitt’s and Ms. Curtis’s class got hands-on with science as they planted flowers and learned about the different parts of a flower and how plants grow. Students also created rain clouds while exploring what happens when it rains and how clouds form.

#SaginawISD #OurStory

15 days ago, Elaina Hewitt
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