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Over the Shoulder Podcast
Don Killingbeck Interviews Jeffrey Collier
Watch as Superintendent Don Killingbeck of Hemlock Schools interviews Superintendent Jeffrey Collier during this episode of 'Over the Shoulder' to discuss the future of education in Saginaw County and the entire Great Lakes Bay Region.
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Dow Supports Educators
Gift Cards & Donations for Class Projects
To support local classroom needs, Dow is partnering with DonorsChoose to offer teachers a $100 gift card to use for classroom projects and supplies. Dow is also launching another match for classroom needs in our community where Dow will match donations toward class projects posted on DonorsChoose up to five times (turning a $10 donation into a $50 donation).
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Dave Krantz Receives Award
Murray O. Batten Humanitarian Award
The Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) presented Mr. Krantz with the Murray O. Batten Humanitarian Award. This prestigious, annual award is given to practicing ISD/ESA special education administrators who emulate the qualities of honesty, integrity, trust, and compassion that were exemplified by Murray Batten throughout his lifetime. Congratulations!
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Scott Sawyer Promoted
Mr. Sawyer Now Deputy Superintendent
Scott Sawyer, J.D. has been promoted to serve as Deputy Superintendent effective immediately during the Saginaw ISD Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. Mr. Sawyer has served as the Executive Director of Human Resources at the ISD for five years and had acted in the dual capacity of Executive Director for both the HR and Finance departments for the past 18 months.
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School CEO Podcast
Interview w/Superintendent Jeffrey Collier
Listen as Superintendent Jeffrey Collier discusses how storytelling in education can positively impact any school district and the community in which it serves. A communications strategy can stabilize/boost enrollment, attract talented educators, as well as help pass bond proposals and the like.
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Nominate an Educator
Recognizing Educators in Saginaw County
The Saginaw ISD is highlighting and promoting the work of educators across Saginaw County and the region. Take a moment to tell us an Educator Highlight moment. Educators will be featured on the SISD Facebook & Twitter Feed as well as in the weekly Educator Guide.
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November Orange Spot
Congratulations Julie Bank
Congratulations to Julie Bank our Orange Spot Recipient! Julie was nominated by Bethany Grotelueschen. Beth says, "When our office needed to be moved last week, Julie came over one Friday and moved most of it by herself. She came back an hour later when our printer wasn't working and helped us move it back to its old location. She always takes great care of us!"
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Participate in Book Club
The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein
Seek to better understand diversity, inclusion, and social equity by participating in Saginaw Intermediate School District’s virtual book club. The book club will meet every Tuesday, beginning January 5, 2021, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m., via Zoom to discuss The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America by Richard Rothstein.
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MiMfg Magazine Features CTE
How Schools & Training Centers Cultivate Talent
Discover how schools and training centers are cultivating new talent for manufacturing by flipping to page 20 in MiMfg Magazine's December issue! Inside this article, our Executive Director of CTE, Jennifer Geno, discusses how the community rallied behind Saginaw County CTE in order to fill talent gaps.
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New COVID-19 Risk Tool
MDHHS Launches CV19 CheckUp
The Aging and Adult Services Agency at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced the launch of CV19 CheckUp in Michigan – a free, anonymous, personalized online tool that evaluates someone’s risks associated with COVID-19. The tool helps individuals understand their risk based on their life situation and personal behavior.
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Meet Deborah Schneider
Carrollton Middle School Math Teacher
Meet Deborah Schneider, Carrollton Middle School Math Teacher! Deb has been instrumental through the pandemic in helping staff "adapt" to a new learning platform. Throughout all of this, Deb switched from teaching ELA to Math! She has done this all while continuing to help others with a smile on her face!
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MASA Midwinter Conference
Moving Your District From Good to Great
Join Saginaw ISD Superintendent Jeffrey Collier, MiSTEM Network Director of East Central Michigan Claire Bunker, and 2021 Michigan Superintendent of the Year Craig Carmoney of Meridian Public Schools at MASA's 2021 Virtual Midwinter Conference! Together they are hosting the concurrent learning session 'Moving Your District from Good to Great with 3P Learning' (Problem, Project, and Place-based Learning). Register today!
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Meet Teresa Rose
Academic Coach
Meet Teresa Rose, Academic Coach at Thomas White and Atkins Elementary Schools! Teresa Rose is being recognized for her outstanding effort, courage, and hard work. Mrs. Rose has an open Zoom hotline where students, staff, and families are able to connect with her throughout the day. She works with our virtual families on various issues and attends weekly leadership meetings.
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Saginaw Career Complex
Principal Josh Little Shares Perks of SCC
The Saginaw Career Complex (SCC) is the Career and Technical Education Center for Saginaw County with over 700 students. SCC offers 20 programs that help students prepare for college, technical work, or skilled work. Watch as Principal Josh Little welcomes viewers to SCC and goes over the opportunities that SCC has to offer.
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United Way Digital Pledge
Saginaw ISD Employee's Live United
Thank you Saginaw ISD employees who have supported United Way in the past through volunteerism or donations and to those of you who may consider your support during this year's campaign. This year, United Way has created a digital Pledge Card for donations. Use the below link to set up payroll deductions or make a one-time donation. For those that are outside of our organization, please click here to donate.
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In case you missed it...
Last month, we shared a lot of great news. Topics covered included gratitude, book club pre-registration, Hartley's virtual field trips, Juvenile Detention Center installs WiFi, virtual apprenticeship night, Health Department update, Michigan Learning Channel, Dr. Kathy Stewart receives YWCA award, and more!!
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