Together we ARE Saginaw ISD.

It is my pleasure to officially announce the launch of "Our Story" at Saginaw ISD.  The purpose of this collaborative story share platform is to provide an extensive, authentic voice for every staff member.  This opportunity provides choice of engagement with a complimenting guide that outlines a personal Thrillshare training and certification process for team members that can lead to a Brand Ambassador status.  

Our overwhelming positive stories of education accentuate the “Orange Frog” happiness advantage that we celebrate within a positive culture throughout Saginaw ISD.  This expanding culture initiative allows for every ISD team member to proactively share positive stories, interactions, programs, events, and successes, while simultaneously celebrating students, staff, work, and community.  With the collective voice of "Our Story," we have the ability to promote the gold standard of servant leadership and perpetually shift our organization from good to great.  

If you have a positive story to share, I encourage you to become a collective author of "Our Story" through Saginaw ISD’s new Thrillshare Training for Storytelling and Brand Ambassador Certification Program Guide.  These stories represent our devoted passion to education and how much we care about the success of our students.  Together we ARE Saginaw ISD. 

Yours in Education,
Jeffrey Collier, Superintendent


Congratulations Heidi Gonzaga
August Orange Spot Recipient

Put your hands together for our Orange Spot recipient, Heidi Gonzaga. Principal Ehrich stated, "Heidi, along with 2 SOAR students, laid about 100 bags of mulch. Sara Weiss also said, "Heidi's positivity is motivating to all her students!"
Honoring Mr. Jeff Dukes
SCC CTE Alumni of the Year

Congratulations to Jeff Dukes, UA Local 85 pipefitter apprentice, who was celebrated at the Saginaw Career Complex's 2021 CTE Alumni of the Year luncheon! Thanks to Jenny Geno for her incredible leadership, Dr. Roberts at Saginaw Public School District, legislators, and guests in attendance for supporting Saginaw County CTE programs.

Recognizing Elizabeth Best
GLBEC Student Tests Invasive Plants

GLBEC student, Elizabeth Best, participated in the Dow Science and Sustainability Education Center Summer Research Experience Program. Elizabeth presented her research findings of testing different invasive plant species in the Great Lakes Bay Region for Anti-Microbial efficacy that could hopefully lead to future anti-fungal medication.
SkillsUSA National Training
National Statesman Award Recipients

Michigan SkillsUSA student officers attended the National Leadership and Skills Conference in Washington D.C. to further develop their leadership skills and participate in competitions. Congratulations to SCC students: Samuel Dittmar for earning a silver medal in Collision Repair Technology, Arthur Smith for earning a gold medal in the Employment Application Process, and to all Michigan SkillsUSA competitors for earning the National Statesman Award.

Celebrating Derek Lemanski
Saginaw County Educator Highlight

Congratulations to Frankenmuth High School Algebra teacher Derek Lemanski, who was highlighted in the Saginaw County Educator Spotlight. Principal Clark says, "Derek's results speak for themselves with students building a solid foundation and understanding of algebra."


ABC 12 Interviews Dr. Taylor
MI Tri-Share Child Care Program

ABC 12 covered a new pilot program that may reduce child care bills for some Michigan families. Watch as Dr. Ericka Taylor, Executive Director of Early Childhood, shares information on the new MI Tri-Share Child Care program. 

AT&T Pioneer Backpacks
Over 200 Backpacks Distributed

AT&T Pioneers prepared 200 backpacks full of school supplies for distribution to Saginaw County students. Special thanks to Senator Horn, Representative O’Neil, Representative Wakeman, Representative Frederick, Gavin Goetz, Jeffrey Collier, Scott Sawyer, and local districts for your support.

NAACP Hosts 50th Annual Freedom Fund

On Sunday, September 26, 2021, Saginaw ISD's leadership team and Board of Education members, attended the Saginaw Chapter NAACP's 50th Annual Freedom Fund program, themed "Always Fighting Forward." Together we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.


The Power of a Promise
A Decade of Scholars Luncheon

Saginaw Promise & Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce present "The Power of a Promise a Decade of Scholars" with keynote speaker Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II and guest speaker Dr. Michael Gavin, President of Delta College. Funds raised support Saginaw Promise programming and scholarship funding. Register to attend!


Enter the A.H. Nickless Innovation Award Competition

Enter the A.H. Nickless Innovation Award competition for an opportunity to create game-changing projects and win a share of up to $77,500 in prizes. High school students and schools in Bay, Midland, Saginaw, and Tuscola counties can apply.
Additional News
August Newsletter

In August, we welcomed back educators to the 2021-2022 school year. Inside this edition, we celebrate Youth Ambassadors, discuss brand guidelines, welcome Ruth Ann Knapp to our Board of Education, share bargaining team successes, and more!

June Newsletter

In June, we celebrated the end of the school year and the beginning of summer. Stories covered included Leadership Saginaw, Hartley's Outdoor Classroom Pavilion, graduation ceremonies, Great Start to Quality Eastern Resource Center, Youth Ambassador Program, and more!