The 4th grade program begins at 7pm in the JSH auditorium on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. Students should arrive between 6:30 and 6:45. All students aside from main speaking parts should wear jeans without rips/tears and a solid (no print) red or green shirt (long or short sleeved) OR an ugly Christmas sweater. We are looking forward to another great night of entertainment!
The 5th Graders put on an amazing Show last night! Thanks you to Dawn Peterson, our amazing Music Teacher, for the countless hours you spent preparing for the show. Thank you to the 5th grade teachers and all of our parent that helped our students be successful. Performing on stage can be overwhelming to our students, but once they conquer the fear some of the kids really find their confidence!
THANK YOU! Students, Parents, Staff of S/Jr-Sr/HS and Saranac Elementary School for your six van & truckloads of canned and packaged food, (even a load of pet food/supplies) and generous cash gifts for the Saranac Community Church Food Pantry! We are so thankful for your partnership with us as we serve the Saranac-Clarksville area people. You really made a huge contribution to our need for the Christmas Pantry, and also the pantry located at Saranac Housing Commission. You are making a difference to so many people! If anyone you know has need of food assistance, our Christmas Pantry is open Thursdays, Dec. 2, 9, & 16 from 2-4 pm. Drive-up only, no appointments needed, call 616-642-6322 to sign up for the day you choose. People may use the pantry one time per calendar month. Open again January 6 & 20, 2-4 pm. Mobile Feeding America Food Truck Jan. 27 at 4:30; located at Saranac Community Church, 125 S. Bridge St., Saranac. Thanks again for your most generous help, and a blessed Christmas season to you all!
Last week our GSRP students were learning about the environment and recycling. As part of their learning, they helped clean up the outside of our building, great job kids!
Saranac Elementary Foody Pantry Spirit Week starts tomorrow!
Do you have a 3rd or 4th grade girl who you would like to stay active this winter. Check out this cool opportunity!
Are you a certified teacher? We are currently looking for an Art Teacher in our elementary school! If you are interested please contact Mike Catrell catrellmik@scs-staff.org
On Saturday the Ionia Shoppers Guide featured art work created by our 2nd Graders. Our students took time to show their gratitude for our Veterans!
Toys for Tots has kicked off its annual toy collection. We have a drop-off box in our front hallway. The toy drive runs through Dec 17th.
Wednesday, November 3rd is Picture retake day! Students must bring their original package in in order to be able get retakes done.
Happy Halloween! Hopefully you will all enjoy a fun filled night of tricks and treats!
Tomorrow will be the first day of November so we are sending out our lunch calendar for the month.
Did you know you can find our main entre choice on our district website. www.saramnac.k12.mi.us
Just click on the elementary tab and select dining. Then you will be able to see the lunch choice for the day.
Michelle Behler does an amazing job of being a great friend! She always tries her best!
Chloe Austin is kind and respectful. She participates in learning activities with a great attitude and shows her best effort.
Brenner Reed is always willing to help others in the classroom. He is a hardworker, kind, respectful, and shows HEART in everything he does!
Betsy Seif is so kind to all! She makes sure all of her classmates have a partner and that they feel they are important and heard in our classroom.
Tenley Pick works hard in class. She is always willing to help others out, even without being asked. She is a great team player
Ila Chesebro works very hard in class and is a leader for her team. She is always willing to help others and shows respect to everyone.
Addison Courtney works hard and does a good job on her assignments. She is always willing to help others. She is very caring.
Maggie Donker works hard and always follows directions! She has added to our school atmosphere with her awesome HEART.
Daniel Victory is courteous to others, ready to listen and eager to get to work. He always brightens up the room with his kind smile.
Our Specials teachers had students participating in team building activities! What a great way to celebrate Homecoming!!
Homecoming day!! We started off our day with our Homecoming Pep Assembly! Please come out and join the celebration tonight. The parade is at 5:30 around downtown. The game starts at 7:00! Come out and support our kids as they play the Bath Bees!
Our kids love it when the cheerleaders come in to read to them! Go Saranac Pride! Don't forget our homecoming parade is at 5:30 and the game starts at 7:00
Back by popular demand, HEART Heros! We take time every week to recognize one student from every grade level that goes above and beyond to make our school a better place!
Sophia Flanagan - Sophia does a great job listening and following directions and is a kind and helpful friend.
Stella Scaggs- She is a great listener.
Lilah Peterson- Lilah is a hard worker and tries her best. You can find her working quietly ON-TASK and always has her supplies out and ready on time! Way to go, Lilah!!
Maggie Donker - She is a good friend to others!
Reid Ickes - Is a great friend and leader in the classroom!
Rhys Ward - He has had a terrific start to the school year by volunteering to share ideas with our class and remembers to use HEART!
Alli Grose - She works hard every day and is always willing to help others.
Austin Mulford - Always works hard and tries his best in Art class!
Alexis Ryan- has a great attitude and works to improve herself every day!
It's time! The FFA Club will be having a Gala apple sale on Tuesday, 9/14/21, from 3-4:30pm on the west side of Jr/Sr High school. The apples were grown at the MSU AgBioResearch Center in Clarksville. 10 pound bags are $7.50 and 20 pound bags are $15. ENJOY
There is a lunch menu change for Tuesday and Thursday.
Tomorrow is hamburger instead of sloppy joe and Thursday is pizza instead of subs.
The Board of Education is seeking input regarding the mascot. You are encouraged to fill out the survey under the News Update.
The Elementary building will be closing for the summer Friday, June 18th at noon. The office will reopen August 2nd. If you need to register a student while the office is closed you can contact our Central Office building at 616-642-1400. You can also leave a voicemail at 616-642-1200.