Kindergarten families for the 26-27 school year, please read the attached flyer for two special events:
Kindergarten Information Night
Parents with a child who will be attending Kindergarten/Young 5s in the 2026 - 2027 school year are asked to attend Kindergarten Parent Information Night at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 31, in the elementary school’s Activity Room.
Kickoff to Kindergarten
All students who will be enrolling in Young 5s or Kindergarten for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Students who turn 5 prior to December 1st are eligible to enroll.
Join us on Monday, May 11th.
Please RSVP prior to May 4th by scanning the QR code above or calling the office at (616) 642-1200 so that we can be sure to have materials and snacks prepared for those who are attending.
6 months ago, Mike Catrell
PowerSchool is HERE!
In the next 24 hours, Parents and/or guardians of students will receive an email containing:
- Your new Access ID and Password.
- Instructions on how to log in to your PowerSchool account
- The District Code needed to set up the mobile app.
*New this year: All registration and annual forms are to be completed through PowerSchool*
For support, please email powerschool@saranacschools.org
4 days ago, Robert Silvernail
Come join our kindergarten teachers!
7 days ago, Mike Catrell
If you have a child between the ages of 3 and 5, please check out the flyer below for information on our upcoming playgroup sessions.
12 days ago, Mike Catrell
Due to ongoing construction, our elementary open house will be scheduled after the first day of school. This change will give our teachers the time they need to finalize their classroom preparations.
First Day of School: Monday, August 31st, 7:45 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kindergarten Opening Day: Monday, August 31st. Parents may accompany their child into the classroom from 8:00 AM to 8:25 AM before students finish the rest of the school day.
Elementary Open House: Wednesday, September 2nd, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Families can tour summer construction progress and bring shared classroom supplies like Kleenex and Clorox wipes.
We are excited to have families visit the school and check out all of the construction progress that has taken place throughout the summer. The building will remain under construction throughout the upcoming school year, with completion next July.
16 days ago, Mike Catrell
Are your kids in need of school supplies? Join the Better Together 4 Saranac group this Thursday from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Saranac Depot. We will be passing out supplies to help all our students start the school year on the right foot!
18 days ago, Mike Catrell
Need supplies for back to school? Check out Better Together 4 Saranac at the Depot this Thursday from 3:00 to 6:00.
18 days ago, Mike Catrell
Interested in the possibility of hosting an international exchange student? Saranac Community Schools partners with CETUSA to place a number of students each year with local families. See the attached information sheets for details!
about 2 months ago, Josh Leader
Due to construction, the sports physicals have been moved across the road to Galilee Baptist Church at 291 Orchard St. They are still 12-2 on Friday, June 26th. Cost is $20 per athlete.
The JSH summer school will be moved that day as well to our Central Office, the same location where we started. There will be no access to the JSH from Friday until Monday.
Thank you for your flexibility.
about 2 months ago, Josh Leader
SCS will be offering athletic physicals to all Saranac student-athletes (K-12) on Friday, June 26th from 12:00 to 2:00 PM in the JSH auxiliary gym. The cost is $20. MHSAA physical forms are available on our website or at the event. These physicals will cover student athletes for the entire 2026-27 school year.
2 months ago, Josh Leader
If you are interested in running in the Bridgefest 5K, check out the QR code at the bottom of this flyer.
2 months ago, Mike Catrell
Happy Summer, everyone!
Our Elementary summer hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
If your child has medication at the school, please ensure it is picked up by June 12th.
The elementary school office will be closed starting June 18th and will remain closed until August.
I hope you all enjoy the beautiful Michigan weather!
Mike Catrell
3 months ago, Mike Catrell
The Rights Door is putting out Mom's Club for the summer. If you need additional information, the contact information is at the bottom of the page.
3 months ago, Mike Catrell
FFA Plant Sale - Thursday, 3pm-4:30pm
No preorders.
Vegetables - 4 plants for $1.50
Better Boy Tomatoes
Mariana Roma Tomatoes
Sweet One Hundred $1 each
Green Bell Peppers that turn Red
Green Bell Peppers that turn Yellow
Medium Heat Jalapeno Peppers
Hot Banana Peppers
Flowers - VERY limited supply, 4 plants for $1
Zinnias
Cosmos
Marigolds
Thank you for supporting the FFA
3 months ago, Josh Leader
The Saranac FFA will hold their annual plant sale Thursday, May 21 from 2:45 to 4:30pm at the new greenhouse behind the JSH. Enter through the front lot and head south around the building. Thank you for your support!
3 months ago, Josh Leader
Thank you to Herbruck's for the very generous donation of 500 popsicles for our students on Field Day. We are very grateful for their partnership with our school.
4 months ago, Mike Catrell
Students at Saranac Elementary are participating in the mileage club this spring. Students who walk, jog, or run are earning prizes. The mileage club is completed during their time in PE (dependent on weather). Students are also allowed to walk or jog with an adult that can record their miles at home. Parents/guardians, please email me at
twernette@saranacschools.org to let me know how many miles your student walked or jogged. Every five miles your child will earn prizes! If your student gets to 20 miles they earn a free water bottle. This is a great but simple activity that promotes healthy lifestyles.
May 16 and May 23 the track will be open from 10:00am-11:00am for students to walk, jog, or run at the track. I will be there with all the mileage cards so students can earn more miles.
If you plan on attending on a Saturday morning, please make sure your child is attending with an adult and not alone. The mileage club will conclude on May 23.
4 months ago, Mike Catrell
Kick off to Kindergarten is coming up soon. If your child, or a child you know in the community, turns 5 by December 1, they can start Kindergarten. Take a look at the flyer for more information.
4 months ago, Mike Catrell
The JSH will be holding an orientation meeting for incoming 7th and 9th grade students on Wednesday, April 29th at 6:00 PM in the JSH auditorium. This meeting will include a presentation, tour, and opportunities for questions. See you there!
4 months ago, Josh Leader
Fine Arts Night - Friday, May 1st at 7:00 PM
4 months ago, Josh Leader
