Saranac Community Schools

Congratulations to our very own Susan Young

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We would like to inform you that the district will be transitioning from Skyward to PowerSchool Student Information System (SIS) beginning in the 2026–27 school year.

PowerSchool will continue to support important family features such as access to student schedules, grades, and attendance. To ensure a smooth transition, staff will be participating in training, and additional resources will be shared with families as we get closer to implementation.

More information, including guidance for parent access and key dates, will be communicated in the coming months. Thank you for your patience and partnership as we work to improve our systems in support of students and families.

Reminder: All entrants to this week's district playoff games must pay admission. Family passes, CMAC passes, Golden Passes, etc. are not accepted at MHSAA post-season games. Students also must pay admission. The cost is $7.00 per person. Tickets must be purchased through GoFan (in advance or at the door).

https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10260

Go RedHawks!

Enjoy this blog of last night's varsity boys basketball game versus Portland St. Patrick's written by Chuck Kraft.

https://thebleacherdenizen.com/2026/02/20/saranac-at-portland-st-patrick-cmac-boys-basketball-game-of-the-week-the-bleacher-denizen-february-19-2026-by-chuck-krafft/

This afternoon, JSH administration was made aware of threatening comments made by a student in a classroom. Administration quickly responded, initiating the SCS threat-assessment protocols, involving parents, and contacting law enforcement. It was determined that there was no immediate threat.

SCS will continue to work with outside agencies, follow our handbook policies and protocols and address this matter to ensure students and staff remain safe in our building.

Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.

SCS Administration

Boys basketball district will be played at Delton Kellogg High School
10425 Panther Pride Dr. Delton, MI 49046
Parking is available in the lot to the East of the High School. Enter from Delton Rd.

Saranac will play Monday, Feb. 23 vs. Wellspring Prep at 7:00 pm

Ticket information
https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10207

The 2026-2027 Preschool Application is now Live! Please fill out the document early so you have a spot in the GSRP Preschool Program! We look forward to serving your little learners. https://form.jotform.com/211446595790060

A HUGE day for the Saranac JSHS Drama Department! We spent yesterday afternoon with the incomparable Julia Murney!

As our cast begins rehearsals for Between the Lines Jr., who better to learn from than the woman who originated the roles of Grace and Queen Maureen in the original New York production? She also happens to be a Broadway legend who wore the green as the fifth Elphaba in Wicked.

Julia shared the 'hard truths' about the industry, the importance of a locked-in ensemble, and what it really takes to bring these characters to life. We are officially ready to get to work. Huge thanks to Julia Murney for being so generous with her time and wisdom!

Good luck to our RedHawk wrestlers today as they travel to team Regionals at Martin High School.

Help support Michigan FFA through the MI FFA Alumni Gator Raffle!
Tickets are available from Saranac FFA.
Your support helps grow future leaders in agriculture!
Saranac FFA is selling until we leave for State Convention on March 4th! You need not be present to win! Please reach out to tdahms@saranacschools.org or syoung@saranacschools with any questions.

The SHS wrestling team will compete this Wednesday evening at Martin High School for a regional title. All tickets must be purchased online through GoFan. Here is link to purchase. Go Redhawks!

https://gofan.co/event/6131816?schoolId=MHSAA

Today's Professional Development at Saranac Community Schools was time well spent. We would like to thank the Ionia County Sheriff's Office for providing staff training on how to respond in an active threat situation. We also extend our gratitude to Kevin McGraw and our local first responders for leading CPR and AED training. We appreciate these ongoing partnerships and the continued opportunities to keep our staff informed and prepared.

Please remember that there is No School Friday, February 13th (Professional Development) and Monday, Febraury 16th.

Tonight's Pre-Festival High School Band Concert has been cancelled due to widespread musician illness and lack of practice due to multiple snow days. It will hopefully be rescheduled at a later date.

Saranac Community Schools would like to extend congratulations to our fellow colleague and friend Chris Updyke. Chris retired officially February 1st. Chris started at Saranac in 2000 as the Bookkeeper in the Finance Department. She continued in that position until last Friday. We thank Chris so much for her years of service, commitment to the district, and most of all her friendship.. Please join us in congratulating and celebrating Chris Updyke.

Upcoming 7/8th Grade Dance:
The junior high student council is hosting a 7th/8th Grade Black Light Dance on Friday, February 20th from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. The cost is $5,00 and includes free neon face-painting. Students are encouraged to wear neon clothing, as well. Parents interested in chaperoning should contact Mr. Manion at jmanion@saranacschools.org.

The high school wrestling team will be competing for a district championship next Wednesday, February 11th at Ravenna High School.  Tickets are only available electronically and may be purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/MI10260. Good luck grapplers!