Another CTE Alumni sharing their experience in career and technical education! My name is Brock Golden, and I am a proud graduate of the HVAC/R program at the Saginaw Career Complex (SCC). During my senior year of high school, I enrolled in the program with no prior experience in the field—honestly, I barely knew where to start. But thanks to the incredible resources and hands-on training at SCC, I quickly became confident in my skills. Throughout the year, I gained valuable knowledge and experience, earning my OSHA 10 certification and competing in the SkillsUSA competition at the local, regional, and state levels. After graduation, I put my training to work in the field, specializing in commercial HVAC service. Today, I am continuing my education at Ferris State University, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in HVAC/R. In just a few months, I’ll be starting my career with Trane, a direct result of the education, skills, and industry connections I gained through my CTE program. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities SCC provided me, and I wholeheartedly support and advocate for CTE programs—they truly set students up for success.
Thank you to Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet and WNEM TV5 for welcoming Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Collier to discuss the current conversations surrounding education at the national level. Saginaw ISD remains committed to keeping our community informed and ensuring confidence in our service to students. Watch the full interview here: https://www.wnem.com/2025/02/19/potential-impacts-mid-michigan-shutting-down-department-education/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIi6-lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHXgMWORh0a7nl7hRsW8518wg69Djr0We-dfeHYlgjbL_sbsaxv5bdIpP-A_aem_wkX824Py7Tz13lsaGxMp7Q
It was a great day of learning last week as Transitions Center Assistant Principal /Transition Coordinator Mitch Wheatcraft held the second Tri-County Teacher Meeting along with Transition Coordinators Jenille Kent (Bay Arenac) and Jennifer Coston (Midland). This collaboration brings together middle and high school special education teachers along with outside community agencies to discuss resources, curriculum, and topics to support teachers in all three counties. #SaginawISD
School counselors from across Saginaw, Bay, and Arenac Counties had the exciting opportunity to visit Northwood University as part of the CTE PD series! 🎓 They toured the campus, met with admissions, and gathered valuable insights to share with our students the variety of offerings available to them at Northwood. A huge thank you to the Admissions team at Northwood University for hosting us! #GoTimberwolves #SaginawCountyCTE
Ms. Lindner's Murphy Farm Preschool students are exploring marble and nano bug runs! #SaginawISD
Another powerful takeaway from Dr. Carolyn Strom’s presentation at the Michigan Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MiMTSS) and Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Dyslexia Summit! We are grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside educators from Saginaw County and across the state. Together, we are better! #SaginawISD
Paraprofessional Rachel Chernenko and her students from Millet Learning Center had a great time at the Vassar movie theater yesterday! #MilletMustangs
After attending a Board of Fellows meeting today at Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU), Dr. Collier wishes to thank Dr. Grant, President of SVSU, for his excellent leadership throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region! #OurStory #LeadingForward
Learning happens everywhere—even on the court. Sometimes, the best conversations start with a game of basketball. Movement has a way of opening hearts and minds, reminding us that growth isn’t limited to the classroom. 🏀💙 #LearningThroughPlay #SELinAction #MoreThanAGame
Congratulations to Sophia Martin (Frankenmuth) for placing 2nd in the SkillsUSA Action Skills competition and Kimmora Dawkins (Carrollton) for placing 1st in the Employment Application. Both sudents are moving on to States in Grand Rapids!
#cteworks #ctestrong #skillsua #ctemonth #frankenmuthhighschool #carrolltonhighschool
Safeguard your digital realm with cybersecurity. 🛡️ It's your personal army to keep threats outside your walls! REMC has tools and resources to help: https://bit.ly/remccybersecurity #MiCyberSafety
Let's celebrate CTE month by recognizing CTE Alumni, Chef Leonard Clark! Chef Clark graduated from the Saginaw Career Complex and St. Charles High School in 2011. He was trained at Great Lakes Culinary Institute at Northwestern Michigan College, as well as the Saginaw Career Complex while in high school. Chef Clark has worked at some great restaurants in the area, and brings some WILD ideas to the kitchen! He has over 15 years of food service experience, has cooked at high-end restaurants, cooked at the Saginaw Harvest Table, a non-profit community event, and helped create creative plates and menus. He has recently accepted a position near his hometown as Head Chef at Frankie’s! Frankie's is a restaurant and bar in St. Charles, MI. The Owner of Frankie's stated, "We are so lucky to have Chef Clark here at Frankie's; he has put his blood, sweat, and tears into this place and is exceeding our expectations. A great Chef, but an even better person." #cteworks #ctestrong #ctemonth2025 #ctealumni
Students in Ms. Elaina's classroom at Valley Preschool enjoyed a letter hunt activity. Children used red squares to detect the hidden letters to find the match. #SaginawISD #OurStory
Please join us in congratulating Makeba Lawson, Central Campus Custodian, for being named the January Orange Spot Recognition Winner! 🎉
Program Secretary Teresa Mashue nominated Makeba for embodying kindness—not just in her attire but in her actions every day. Whether through a warm smile or a helping hand, Makeba’s positivity shines, making a difference for those around her. Thank you, Makeba, for bringing the "Be Kind" message to life! 🧡 #SaginawISD #OrangeSpot
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Congratulations to our #SaginawISD team members who are celebrating a service anniversary this week! #OurStory
Business Partnership Consultant Ann Marie Batkoski proudly nominates Chief of Staff and Communications Advisor Coty Kuschinsky for an Orange Spot Recognition. Coty plays a pivotal role in overseeing all communications for Saginaw ISD, including managing the countless social media posts that keep our community informed and engaged. While the social media workload alone could be a full-time job, it’s just one of the many responsibilities she handles with exceptional dedication and skill. Thank you for keeping us on brand and orange!
#OrangeSpot #SaginawISD #OurStory
Thank you to our incredible educators in the STEP Program for participating in a new professional development opportunity led by Sarah Baird, one of Saginaw ISD’s Teacher Consultants for students with Emotional Impairments. This session explored Heather Forbes’ transformative book, "Help for Billy," and fostered meaningful discussions on supporting students affected by trauma. We appreciate your engagement and dedication to learning! #SaginawISD
Learned more about orange frog and the Happiness Advantage today!
Paraprofessional Terrilynn Johnson enjoyed #OrangeFrog training for the first time today! 🐸
Paraprofessional Shamiah Chandler and Spark are enjoying coffee together at today's Happiness Advantage training! ☕ #OrangeSpot #SaginawISD
