March 2017 E-Newsletter
February  Service  Strong
Congratulations to Tracy Kuehne, Teacher Assistant at the Millet Learning Center, for being nominated during the month of February for SISD Service Strong recognition. She was nominated by Jami Daniels and her nomination reads: "Upon leaving for the week Tracy watched me struggling to load my vehicle up and stopped and offered much needed help. Even off the clock she is willing to lend a helping hand."
Congratulations to Tracy and all nominees for the month of February.  Here is a complete list  of nominations submitted throughout the month.

Great Start Collaborative Accepting Donations for Little Free Library
Great Start Collaborative is currently working to create five Little Free Library sites throughout Saginaw County. Little Free Library (LFL) is a nonprofit organization that "inspires a love of reading, builds community, and sparks creativity by fostering neighborhood book exchanges around the world." The five sites being created by the GSC will be located at Merrill Head Start, Nixon's Grocery in Brant, First Ward Community Center in Saginaw, CAN Council in Saginaw, and New Beginning Enrichment Center in Saginaw.
The GSC is accepting donations of new and gently used children's books for the LFL sites. If you have books you would like to donate, please contact Julie Kozan at jkozan@sisd.cc or 989-399-7452.
United Way 'Create Your Own Getaway' Raffle Tickets Available at SISD
SISD is pleased to announce that Morley is once again sponsoring a "Create Your Own Getaway" raffle to support the United Way of Saginaw County.
Raffle tickets are $10 each, and the winner will receive three nights' accommodations at their choice of Marriott hotel located anywhere in the 48 contiguous  United States and coach-class, round-trip airline tickets for two  people to/from the Marriott hotel's location. Ticket sales will benefit the  United  Way of Saginaw County and will be used to create an impact in the areas of health, education, and financial stability in our community. Only 1,200 tickets were printed, and the drawing will be held at  United  Way's annual meeting on May 2. You must be 21 years of age or older to win.
Those who are interested in purchasing a ticket may contact Krystal Kozuch at kozuchk@sisd.cc or 989-249-8701. Payment may be made by cash, a check payable to  United  Way of Saginaw County, or credit card.
SISD to Celebrate Month of the Young Child and Head Start's 50th Anniversary in April

April is Month of the Young Child and an additional reason to celebrate this year is that it is also the 50th anniversary of SISD Head Start. SISD received detailed plans from the Early Childhood Celebration Committee. They are leading and coordinating several activities for SISD for the month of April as follows:

  • Early Childhood fun facts will be posted at all Saginaw ISD buildings accompanied with child artwork. Several early childhood businesses will also be posting Early Childhood fun facts and artwork.
  • T-shirts will be available for all Saginaw ISD staff, highlighting both Month of the Young Child and Head Start's 50th anniversary. Head Start children and staff will receive free t-shirts. All other ISD staff can order t-shirts from Brad Gomoluch. 
  • Each site will present a "Gallery Art Walk," highlighting artwork of that site during April's Parent Clubs. Gallery Walks include children's art displayed via frames, mattes, etc. Please visit this site for ideas on displaying children's art. Early Head Start will provide a Gallery Walk for Transitions Center while Birth-5, HFA, and MI-APPP will prepare a display for the RESC.
  • All programs will have fun themes each week to celebrate young children and the 50 years that Head Start has contributed to the Saginaw County Community. Classes may carry-out themes in any way they desire. Themes may be found here.

Many thanks to the planning group for implementing activities that all may participate in to show support of young children.
Employment Opportunities
There are many employment opportunities across Saginaw County. Please use  this link  to access available positions within Saginaw ISD, Saginaw ISD Head Start, Carrollton Public Schools, Bridgeport-Spaulding Community Schools, Chesaning Unions Schools, and others. If you have any questions, please contact the SISD Human Resources Department at 989-249-8705.
Great Start Day at the Zoo
Great Start Collaborative of Saginaw County and Bay-Arenac Counties in partnership with the Children’s Zoo at Celebration Square is proud to present the 7th annual Great Start Day at the Zoo. The event will take place from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on May 4 at the Saginaw Children’s Zoo at Celebration Square, 1730 South Washington Avenue. Admission is free. Carousel and train rides will be available for $1 per ride, per person.
For further information, contact Julie Kozan at jkozan@sisd.cc or 989-399-7452