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/
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
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
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!
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.
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
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.
Saranac Community Schools will be closed Friday, February 6th.
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 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!
Pizza Hut Fund Raiser - Feb 10
Saranac Community Schools is pleased to introduce Chloe Shockey. Chloe will be working as an admin assistant at the JSH school. Chloe is a graduate of Saranac Community Schools. Please join us in welcoming Chloe Shockey to the Saranac Community Schools family.
Chloe's position is a result of a transfer by Mandy Mutschler to Central Office. Mandy will serve as Bookkeeper in the Finance Dept. as a result of Chris Updyke retiring Feb 1st.
Kate Hardy will continue in the JSH office and be serving as the Athletic Dept admin assistant and continuing her previous duties.
Chloe's position is a result of a transfer by Mandy Mutschler to Central Office. Mandy will serve as Bookkeeper in the Finance Dept. as a result of Chris Updyke retiring Feb 1st.
Kate Hardy will continue in the JSH office and be serving as the Athletic Dept admin assistant and continuing her previous duties.
Come support the Saranac Band boosters at our pancake and bake sale fundraiser on March 7th from 8:00 am to 11:00 am in the JSH cafeteria. A $10 donation is suggested for each plate. We’ll also have a 50/50 raffle.
Please consider signing up to volunteer as a ticket-taker at upcoming winter sports events. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B094FAAAE2FA13-59236900-winter/186956729#/
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B094FAAAE2FA13-59236900-winter/186956729#/
The annual Purple Game for benefit Ionia County Relay for Life will take place this Thursday vs. Lansing Christian High School. T-Shirts are available for purchase for $15 in the JSH Office. They will also be on sale at this week's home events. Thank you for supporting this great cause!
