Today we're excited to celebrate some of our new hires! Welcome to the Saginaw ISD! #LeadForward #OurStory
Great Lakes Bay Early College (GLBEC) will host April Informational Sessions: April 10th, 15th, and 24th. This is a great way to learn about the program, and join the GLBEC Family. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRT6x6iqVlqM8kvwnl-G-uYrqxr586mwOjlIG8aCJqC1Omrg/viewform
Many thanks to our wonderful families like Maci's, from Linnea Nelson's class, who volunteered for the Spring Book Fair. Millet Learning Center's book fair would not be possible without them. Please stop in and check out all the great books or gift a book to a student or class wish list. We need YOU to keep the Scholastic Book Fair coming back to MLC. https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/fair-finder.html
Students in Ms. LaToya's Valley Preschool classroom have been working hard on their study of pets! They have documented what pets they have as a class and even sent in pictures of their pets from home. Children explored what pets eat and where they live. Then, children created their own pet fish and named it so everyone could have their own pet. These young scientists are learning so much! #OurStory #SaginawISD
Since January 2023, Saginaw ISD storytellers have shared 4,522 powerful stories—each one capturing moments that reflect our commitment to serve, innovate, and empower.
This month, we’re celebrating our newest authors, ongoing milestone achievements, and a historic first: Congratulations to Mark Lyons, our first-ever Diamond Level Author, with over 500 stories told! Your voices shape the story of education in Saginaw County. Thank you for showing up, sharing out, and leading forward.
Learn more about #OurStory: www.sisd.cc/page/our-story
Mornings are always better with coffee! ☕ Teacher Olga Kirsanova and her class at Millet Learning Center take orders each day by sending out a coffee and treat form via email. Once the orders are in, students get to work preparing and delivering them with care. Payment can be made upon delivery with cash or a prepaid card. This process is a fantastic opportunity for students to practice customer service, attention to detail, and accountability—and they’re doing an amazing job! Thank you for your hard work, team!
Millet Learning Center Paraprofessional Kristin Hemminger joined her classroom in an enjoyable stop to the sensory room! 💡
Amy K's Millet Learning Center classroom celebrated Opening Day last week! ⚾️🐅
Ms. Tennant and Ms. Britton's Millet Learning Center classrooms had a great time at the Saginaw Children's Museum last week! 💦
Students in Ms. Dawn's classroom at Valley Preschool participated in this STEM Engineering activity. They were challenged to build structures using only plastic eggs and play dough. Activities like this help our youngest learners to lead forward into future career success. #OurStory #SaginawISD
April is the Month of the Young Child, and Saginaw ISD is celebrating early learning across our community. Executive Director of Early Childhood Dr. Ericka Taylor and Director Sabrina Jackson joined Lauren Piesko on WNEM’s Education Matters to share how we’re supporting families and empowering our youngest learners. #MonthOfTheYoungChild #EducationMatters #SaginawISD #OurStory
https://youtu.be/xRTEjT2LsPU
The Scholastic Book Fair is happening now at Millet Learning Center! Stop in April 7–11 to shop a great selection of books and support our Millet Mustangs. 📚
If you’d like to help spread kindness, you can also “Share the Fair” by using the link below to support students who need help purchasing books:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/fair-finder.html
Two Great Lakes Bay Region Superintendents. Two years. One powerful conversation.
Superintendent Dr. Collier recently welcomed Dr. Matt Schmidt from Bangor Township Schools for this month’s video newsletter. As the 2024 and 2025 MASA Superintendents of the Year, the two leaders talked about challenges, celebrations, and what it truly means to lead with heart. #LeadForward #MASASuperintendentOfTheYear #StrongerTogether
https://youtu.be/SbolCXucVmM
#REMINDER: We're hosting a Strategic Compass Stakeholder Feedback Session today at Claytor Preschool, 3200 Perkins Street in Saginaw, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. We want to hear your voice as we plan for the future of Saginaw ISD.
There’s still one more chance to join us in person on April 16 at Unity Hall, 3860 Fashion Square Blvd. from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Can’t make it in person? No problem. Join us virtually on April 16 from 3:30–5:00 PM: qrco.de/StratCompassZoom OR take our quick online survey any time: qrco.de/StratCompassSurvey
Congratulations to Dr. Collier on completing Cohort 2 of the Google Fellowship Program!
Over the weekend, he presented alongside his fellowship peers at the ASU+GSV Conference, showcasing how Saginaw ISD is integrating AI into the Our Story platform. This innovative work aims to boost efficiency and engagement, helping to amplify the inspiring stories of our students, educators, and community partners.
Allise Noble, resident art instructor from Michigan Arts Access, had her last session with our Millet Mustangs last week. Students loved working in a variety of mediums and learned about accomplished artists, many of whom had disabilities or exceptionalities themselves. Thank you, Allise, for dedicating your time and expertise to teaching our students the wonderful world of art. Your guidance and passion have truly made a difference in their creative journey. #SaginawISD 🎨
Millet Learning Center Paraprofessional Zoey Parker would like to nominate Custodian Travis Culver for an Orange Spot Recognition. Zoey says, "I have seen him help people with cleanup, lifting, and other tasks, and he goes out of his way. He even helped me in my room by cleaning extra places and getting my laundry basket from the kitchen. Travis loves to joke with others and makes them smile, even if our staff is having a bad day; he always has a special joke to cheer them up and helps anyone in need." 🧡🐸 #OrangeFrog #Custodians #Recognition #MLC #GoMustangs
Congratulations to our #SaginawISD team members who are celebrating a service anniversary this week! #OurStory
A heartfelt thank you from the Wellness Committee to everyone who participated in the 2025 Winter Wellness Challenge. We were delighted by the level of interest and engagement displayed by all participants. Regardless of their accomplishments, everyone should be proud of their participation. If you actively participated in any way, that’s a resounding success.
We are thrilled to announce our Top Points winners for the Winter Wellness Challenge! Congratulations to our first, second, and third-place winners. We eagerly anticipate the next challenge and look forward to seeing even more participation.
#SISDWinterWellnessChallenge2025
Saginaw ISD's Instructional Services department is hosting the MDE Dyslexia Event on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Millet Learning Center (3660 Southfield Dr., Saginaw). This professional learning opportunity is open to all K-12 educators and will explore the Michigan Dyslexia Handbook, the science of reading, early identification of dyslexia, MTSS and Structured Literacy approaches, and how to use assessments for data-driven decision-making.
Register now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGks3PHCTPnLU_0XjQzu8o9dhSynCj32tfyS6ISV1U3YjwAg/viewform
#SaginawISD #OurStory #ProfessionalDevelopment #LiteracyLeadership #DyslexiaAwareness
