Today we're excited to celebrate some of our new hires! Welcome to the Saginaw ISD! #LeadForward #OurStory
Kate Kawiecki, Emily Garlinghouse, Ashley Zervan, and Jon LeFevre from the Special Education Department collaborated with Angelica Garcia and Jessica McKee from the Instructional Services Department in preparation for the next Reaching and Engaging All Learners (REAL) professional development coming February! #OurStory
Special Education Supervisor Jessica Bluhm would like to give a big orange shout-out to Emotionally Impaired Teacher Consultant Kalee Wortley! She put in a lot of work to help with a smooth and comfortable transition for a new student in our Middle School STEP Program. Thank you for being awesome! #OrangeSpot #OurStory
School to Work Job Specialist Chico Ramos and Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant Jennifer Schaller led an engaging discussion in their Job Club this morning covering soft skills. This weekly Job Club focuses on targeted job skills to help prepare students for competitive employment. #STW #OurStory #SaginawISD
Janet Ciesla, Executive Administrative Assistant, had the opportunity to walk through the renovations taking place at Jerome Preschool. The Superintendent's office was housed at Jerome for eight months during Central Campus renovations. It's exciting to see the transformation to turn this campus into a Green STEM Preschool for our littles! #SaginawISD #JeromePreschool
The SISD leadership teamed helped "Spark" Mental Health Practitioner Katelyn Ferry's appreciation for being a part of such a positive and dedicated organization! 😁
Today, Transitions Center SOAR students visited Delta College. They walked around campus for a glimpse inside college life and even got a special tour of the broadcasting center! #DeltaCollege #TransitionsCenter #SOAR
Celebrating #ThrowbackThursday, Saginaw ISD shines a light on one of our region’s most influential historical leaders in education.
Ottilia M. Frisch was a pioneering figure in rural education, serving as Saginaw County’s 8th School Commissioner before Intermediate School Districts (ISDs) were established in Michigan in 1962. Born in 1892 in Frankentrost, Michigan, Frisch faced numerous challenges due to limited access to schooling and transportation. She worked as a babysitter to fund her education, graduating from Saginaw County Normal School in 1912. After years of dedication and further studies, Frisch began teaching in Buena Vista and became assistant county school commissioner in 1917. She assumed the role of county school commissioner in 1921, dedicating over three decades to strengthening the rural education system. Her work laid the foundation for what would eventually evolve into the Saginaw Intermediate School District.
Under her leadership, Frisch championed consolidating smaller schools, introducing agricultural courses, and implementing art, music, and nature studies programs. She also spearheaded initiatives like creating a county health unit and bringing programs for children with disabilities into schools. Her involvement extended beyond education, with contributions to the Michigan Children’s Society and the Michigan Congress of Parent-Teacher Associations. Frisch’s impact on Saginaw County’s educational landscape was profound, earning her numerous honorary degrees and community recognitions.
Frisch retired in 1952 and is remembered as a tireless advocate for rural education and children’s well-being. Her legacy, rooted in service and innovation, continues to inspire. Frisch passed away in 1990 at the age of 98, but her contributions remain integral to Saginaw ISD’s mission. #SaginawISD
Millet Learning Center Teacher Tammy Britton gives kudos to Keyion for doing a great job being safe, respectful, and responsible! #MilletMustangs
The Student Leadership Council hosted a fun and successful Penny War over the past two weeks! The GLBEC staff member with the most pennies earned a pie in the face, and a special shoutout goes to Mr. Christensen, who took three pies like a champ! Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event a memorable one!
-Mr. Rodney Woods, Program Director
Our Saginaw ISD School-to-Work Team partnered with Delta College to provide students from across Saginaw County the opportunity to learn about post-secondary programs, admissions and other resources that are available to them! #SaginawISD #STW #OurStory
As 2024 Michigan Superintendent of the Year, Dr. Collier had the honor of representing Michigan in Washington, DC, this week at the National Superintendent of the Year Forum & Gala. An amazing experience and opportunity to connect with inspiring national leaders! #OurStory 🌟🏅
Yesterday, our Adams Preschool students explored with STEM building materials! 🛠️#SaginawISD
PSA Lashawn Vaughn enjoyed learning about Sparky The Orange Frog at The new hire training at #SISD #TransitionCenter
Saginaw ISD would like to wish everyone a happy World Kindness Day! Take a moment to recognize the kind acts others have done for you, and make sure to help brighten up someone else's day with a kind act of your own. #SaginawISD #WorldKindnessDay
Our Early On team is at the 2024 Early On Conference themed "Ripples to Waves: The Power of Early Intervention." #OurStory #SISD #EarlyOn
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Our St. Peter and Paul Preschool students played the "Humpty Dumpty Egg Drop" game today and tried not to crack their egg! #SaginawISD
Murphy Farm Preschool is completing the Creative Curriculum Tree Study! Today, we became chefs to make applesauce. 🍎 #SaginawISD
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