Saranac Community Schools is pleased to introduce Kayla Keller. Mrs. Keller is a graduate of Southern Illinois University. She will be teaching 3rd grade at the elementary school. Mrs. Keller has been a teacher for 17 years. She is also a graduate of Ionia High School. She, and her husband, are happy to move back to West Michigan again. They have 2 daughters in high school at Saranac. Mrs. Keller enjoys running with her two labs and spending time with her family. She can’t wait for a new chapter to begin at Saranac. Please join us in welcoming Kayla Keller to the Saranac Community Schools family.
This is a reminder that JSH Smart Start is today from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All JSH students are expected to attend at some point. The typical visit takes approximately 30 minutes or less.
Unfortunately, the PTSO activities for 7th graders have been cancelled. 7th graders no longer need to attend from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.
Seniors should see Mr. Eisen during their visit to set up Parchment.
Thank you!
Saranac Community Schools is pleased to introduce Stephanie Morrison. Mrs. Morrison is a graduate of the University of Michigan. She will be teaching Young 5's at the elementary school. This is where her passion for becoming a teacher started and she is very excited to be back with our youngest learners. When not teaching, she can be found at local campgrounds or cheering on her children at all their sporting events. Please join us in welcoming Stephanie Morrison to the Saranac Community Schools family.
Saranac Community Schools is pleased to introduce Jonathan Stewart. Mr. Stewart is a graduate of GVSU. He will be teaching 3rd grade at the elementary. Jonathan is an avid lacrosse player, starting as a 3rd grader playing through college. He currently serves as a lacrosse coach. Please join us in welcoming Jonathan Stewart to the Saranac Community Schools family.
Saranac Community Schools is pleased to introduce Alexandra Dora. Ms. Dora is a graduate of GVSU. She will be teaching in the English Department at the JSH. Ally brings quality experiences and a wealth of knowledge. Please join us in welcoming Ally Dora to the Saranac Community Schools family.
Saranac Community Schools is pleased to introduce Angela Flater. Mrs. Flater is a graduate of Kendall College of Art and Design. She will be teaching Art at the elementary school. Mrs. Flater has been working at the elementary for the past couple years in the special education department as a para-professional. Please join us in welcoming Angela Flater to the Saranac Community Schools family.
Good luck to all our students and coaches as fall sports begin today.
Go RedHawks!!!!
One week from today, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15TH, is Smart Start. All JSH students are expected to attend at some point between 9AM and 5PM. 7th Graders should attend, if possible, between 3PM and 5PM for specific activities planned by the PTSO. Details can be found in the summer newsletter.
*The newsletter incorrectly listed the day as Wednesday the 15th, instead of Thursday the 15th.
Attention: High School Students taking MCC dual-enrollment classes
The start date for all MCC dual-enrollment courses, including in-person courses, is Monday, August 19th. Please check your email regularly for communications from your instructor. In-person classes meet in room 108 at the JSH.
The JSH is looking for local sponsors to help, along with local grant dollars, cover the cost of Redhawk T-shirts for all of our students and staff. We typically use funds donated by parents and families, as we try to avoid traditional fundraising. Our accounts are running a little low, though, and we are looking to retain funds for other student activities. Sponsors who donate $200 to sponsor a class (i.e. the Class of 2025) will have their business or organization's name featured on the T-shirts. Interested donors should reach out to Josh Leader at jleader@saranac schools. org or via phone at 616.642.1100. Thank you so much for your support!
Good Afternoon,
The JSH office will officially reopen on Friday, August 2nd. The office will be open from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM daily until the start of school for student on August 26th.
Mr. Eisen, school counselor, will return to work on Monday, August 12th. Teaching staff will return on Wednesday, August 21st.
Congratulations to the Saranac Sweepstakes 4-H at the Ionia Free Fair! They each were showmanship champion for their animal and competed against all other champions showing all 11 species.
Here is the 2024-2025 school calendar.
Wishing all our students the best as we approach the Ionia Free Fair. Our students devote so much time, energy, and dedication to their projects. Best of Luck to all!!
The JSH office is currently open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The office will close for the summer next Wednesday, June 26th at 2:00 PM. The office will reopen on Thursday, August 1st at 8:00 AM.
Mr. Leader, Mrs. Serne, and Mrs. Mutschler will each work a few days in July, but have no predetermined dates scheduled. Mr. Eisen will be working July 3rd and 10th.
Staff and administration will check email sparingly during July, so responses may be delayed. The district central office will remain open most of July and may be reached for time sensitive needs at 616.642.1400.
Saranac Community Schools would like to extend congratulations to our fellow colleague and friend Mrs. Mo Jorgensen. Mrs. Jorgensen will be retiring at the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year. Mrs. Jorgensen started at Saranac in 1990 as an elementary reading teacher. She taught at the elementary school her entire time at Saranac, spending her time overseeing Title I, teaching reading, PE, 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd grade. Mo also spent some time coaching JV girls basketball. Her positive attitude is second to none, how could anyone not want to spend time with Mo. Please join us in congratulating and celebrating Mrs. Mo Jorgensen.
Saranac Community Schools is seeking to hire the follwing coaching positions through PCMI. Please refer to the infographic for available positions and instructions on how to submit an application. For further information, please select the corresponding positions located on our website, which can be found at the following link: https://www.saranac.k12.mi.us/page/employment-postings
Saranac Community Schools would like to extend congratulations to our fellow colleague and friend Mrs. Renee Brogger. Mrs. Brogger will be retiring at the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year. Mrs. Brogger started at Saranac in 1995 as a 1st grader teacher coming to us from Florida. She taught at the elementary her entire time at Saranac, spending most of her career in kindergarten. Her positive relationships and routines are second to none. Please join us in congratulating and celebrating Mrs. Renee Brogger.
Saranac Community Schools would like to extend congratulations to our fellow colleague and friend Ms. Beth Kelly. Ms. Kelly will be retiring at the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year. Ms. Kelly started at Saranac in 1986 as a high school Art teacher. She taught art her entire time at Saranac, high school, middle school, and even a little elementary. Beth has been so active in promoting the arts here at Saranac, students have been blessed to have her leadership in this department. Please join us in congratulating and celebrating Ms. Beth Kelly.
Saranac Community Schools would like to extend congratulations to our fellow colleague and friend Mrs. Diana Smith. Mrs. Smith will be retiring at the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year. Mrs. Smith started at Saranac in 2000 as an English and French teacher coming to us from Bronson High School. She taught high school her entire time at Saranac. Diana also coached cross-country and track for a number of years. Mrs. Smith also led the student council and yearbook for many years. Her positive impact on students has been truly amazing. Please join us in congratulating and celebrating Mrs. Diana Smith.
