Reminder
Since Toys for Tots will not be collecting in Ionia County this year, Saranac Schools will serve as a drop site for the Holiday Hearts effort. See the attached QR code for information. Thank you!
Have a safe and happy Halloween
Wishing all our athletes the best as Fall sports wind down.
For Cross-Country, Esther Cahill has qualified for the state meet for the second time! Congratulations and good luck as she runs this Saturday at MIS.
The football team earned a 3 seed in the playoffs and will travel to North Muskegon Saturday for the first round.
Volleyball will travel to Delton Kellogg the week of Nov 3rd for their district tournament taking on Potterville in the first round.
For Cross-Country, Esther Cahill has qualified for the state meet for the second time! Congratulations and good luck as she runs this Saturday at MIS.
The football team earned a 3 seed in the playoffs and will travel to North Muskegon Saturday for the first round.
Volleyball will travel to Delton Kellogg the week of Nov 3rd for their district tournament taking on Potterville in the first round.
Safe school bus reminders
National School Bus Safety Week
Due to a cancellation by our original opponent, JV football has picked up a home game this Thursday at 6:30 PM vs. Portland St. Patrick's. This game will be played using 8-man football rules. We are currently seeking at least one volunteer to take admission. If you are interested, please contact Jason Ricket at jricket@saranacschools.org or at 616.642.1100. Thank you and go RedHawks!
There will be no school for students on Friday, October 17th and Monday, October 20th.
JSH Parents, when using the back lot for drop off, please remember that the front row of parking (closest to the building) is reserved for JSH staff. When possible, to reduce congestion, please utilize the drop-and-go line. Thank you!
Thursday, October 2nd, the upper student parking lot will be closed due to drainage work on the softball field. Students will need to park in the lower lot, or, if there is no room in the lower lot, in the front lot in the back row (along Pleasant St.). Thank you!
The Jonagold apples are beautiful! Get them at the last Saranac FFA apple sale today, September 30, 2025 at 3-4:30 pm in the Saranac Jr/Sr High west parking lot. Look for the red livestock trailer. 10 pounds- $7.50 and 20 pounds - $15
Reminder, there is no school for students on Monday, September 29.
The Saranac FFA will have its LAST apple sale on Tuesday, September 30 at 3-4:30pm in the Saranac Jr/Sr High west parking lot. Look for the red livestock trailer. They will be selling Jonagold apples in 10 pound bags for $7.50 and $20 pound bags for $15. Enjoy!
Are you a 12-19 year old student interested in wildlife or fisheries? The MSU Extension office is offering Zoom-based Q+A sessions with experts in the field. Click the link below for information.
https://events.anr.msu.edu/event.cfm?eventID=9A733ACE5645C89F6EB0BC35374BDAA433C02D2A15D50DF4CC33D95001F7F973
https://events.anr.msu.edu/event.cfm?eventID=9A733ACE5645C89F6EB0BC35374BDAA433C02D2A15D50DF4CC33D95001F7F973
Reminder: Wednesday, Sept. 17th, is picture retake day at the JSH. Staff and students who missed Smart Start or need their original photos retaken will have their pictures taken. Dress sharp and smile!
Congratulations to the 2025 Homecoming Court Representatives. Voting for King and Queen will take place on September 26th. Winners will be announced at halftime of the game that night.
Freshman Class Representatives: Katie Whipple and Nolan Wood
Sophomore Class Representatives: Alivia Elliott and Jacob Bush
Junior Class Representatives: Raeann Johnson and Sawyer VanKuiken
King's Court: Tyler Elliott, Brady Klahn, Brody Stanton, and John Sterzick
Queen's Court: Addison Elliott, Tessa McGee, Madison Murillo, Alexis Smus
Freshman Class Representatives: Katie Whipple and Nolan Wood
Sophomore Class Representatives: Alivia Elliott and Jacob Bush
Junior Class Representatives: Raeann Johnson and Sawyer VanKuiken
King's Court: Tyler Elliott, Brady Klahn, Brody Stanton, and John Sterzick
Queen's Court: Addison Elliott, Tessa McGee, Madison Murillo, Alexis Smus
Honeycrisp FFA apple sale on Tuesday, September 16 at 3-4:30pm on the west side of Saranac Jr/Sr High! Look for the red trailer. $1 per pound.
Please consider this fundraising event for a great cause.
Dear Parents and Guardians of 8th Grade Students,
The long awaited 8th Grade Washington, D.C. trip is upon us.
The first information meeting is Tuesday, September 16th at 6pm in the JSH Auditorium. We will have information on the basics, the cost, fundraising opportunities, and a possible itinerary.
If you are unable to make it to the meeting but still would like information, please send me an email. kpriest@saranacschools.org
Thank you,
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Kristy Priest
English, Drama, Journalism
Saranac Junior Senior High School
The long awaited 8th Grade Washington, D.C. trip is upon us.
The first information meeting is Tuesday, September 16th at 6pm in the JSH Auditorium. We will have information on the basics, the cost, fundraising opportunities, and a possible itinerary.
If you are unable to make it to the meeting but still would like information, please send me an email. kpriest@saranacschools.org
Thank you,
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Kristy Priest
English, Drama, Journalism
Saranac Junior Senior High School
Saranac Community Schools is pleased to introduce Therese Krieger. Mrs. Krieger will be working as a playground para-professional at the elementary school. Therese has two children who attend Saranac Community Schools. Please join us in welcoming Therese Krieger to the Saranac Community Schools family.
