An Educational Day of Rural Living!
Our elementary students were able to learn about rural life and the important role agriculture plays in our community. Students had the opportunity to explore old gas tractors, learn how tractors have changed over the years, and even get some hands-on experience behind the wheel.
From historic machinery to hands-on learning, it was a fun day filled with new experiences, big smiles, and plenty of memories!
A special thank-you to everyone who helped make this educational experience possible and shared their time, knowledge, and love of agriculture with our students. We are grateful for the opportunity to take learning outside the classroom!
Our elementary students were able to learn about rural life and the important role agriculture plays in our community. Students had the opportunity to explore old gas tractors, learn how tractors have changed over the years, and even get some hands-on experience behind the wheel.
From historic machinery to hands-on learning, it was a fun day filled with new experiences, big smiles, and plenty of memories!
A special thank-you to everyone who helped make this educational experience possible and shared their time, knowledge, and love of agriculture with our students. We are grateful for the opportunity to take learning outside the classroom!
Our first graders had a great time taking their learning outside as they explored shadows! They observed their own shadows, traced them with chalk, and discovered how shadows change depending on the position of the sun.
What a fun way to turn science into an outdoor adventure! We love seeing our students learn, explore, and make discoveries together!
What a fun way to turn science into an outdoor adventure! We love seeing our students learn, explore, and make discoveries together!
Parents of our Elementary Students, Please Be Advised
Parents of our Elementary Students, Please Be Advised
📣 Calling All Little Cheerleaders! 📣
Join the Merrill Varsity Cheerleaders for our Little Cheerleader Clinic!
-Ages: Preschool – 5th Grade (open to non-Merrill students too!)
-Cost: $45 (includes T-shirt & cheer bow)
-Deadline: Register by September 18th Participants will perform at the Homecoming Parade and a JV Football Game!
Scan the QR code to register!
Merrill Community Child Development Center:
Morning minds at work! Our classrooms always kick off the day with hands-on table activities that challenge and engage young minds.
Today, our friends practiced color recognition, sorting, and fine motor skills using these bright stacking cups and blocks. Working together at the table also gives our children a wonderful opportunity to practice sharing, turn-taking, and building friendships. Along with outdoor play, burning off that energy where our kids use their big imagination and explore the natural world around them.
Morning minds at work! Our classrooms always kick off the day with hands-on table activities that challenge and engage young minds.
Today, our friends practiced color recognition, sorting, and fine motor skills using these bright stacking cups and blocks. Working together at the table also gives our children a wonderful opportunity to practice sharing, turn-taking, and building friendships. Along with outdoor play, burning off that energy where our kids use their big imagination and explore the natural world around them.
August Super Vandal: Mindee
Mindee brings a kind soul, a big heart, and a fantastic work ethic to our district every day! Always dependable, Mindee is consistently ready to lend a helping hand wherever she is needed—working wonderfully with children of all ages, from our littlest ones in daycare to students in extended care and classrooms. She is a vital part of our team who keeps our days running smoothly and makes everyone around her feel cared for. Thank you, Mindee, for all you do!
#WeAreMerrill #VandalPride
Mindee brings a kind soul, a big heart, and a fantastic work ethic to our district every day! Always dependable, Mindee is consistently ready to lend a helping hand wherever she is needed—working wonderfully with children of all ages, from our littlest ones in daycare to students in extended care and classrooms. She is a vital part of our team who keeps our days running smoothly and makes everyone around her feel cared for. Thank you, Mindee, for all you do!
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August Super Vandal: Aubrey
Aubrey exemplifies what it means to be a Super Vandal with her outgoing, funny, and deeply welcoming personality. She has a special gift for making everyone feel instantly seen, valued, and accepted. Whether encouraging a new student to join our district or inspiring peers to get involved in cheer and volleyball, Aubrey naturally brings people together and builds lasting friendships. Her bright spirit and kind heart make a incredible difference in our school community every day.
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Friendly reminder: No school this Friday, September 4th through Monday, September 7th! Have a great long weekend!
We're hiring!
We are looking for a passionate and creative Elementary Kindergarten Teacher to join our team! If you love inspiring young minds and building a strong foundation for early learners, we’d love to hear from you.
See full job details & how to apply below!
We are looking for a passionate and creative Elementary Kindergarten Teacher to join our team! If you love inspiring young minds and building a strong foundation for early learners, we’d love to hear from you.
See full job details & how to apply below!
Consumers Energy, in partnership with Communities First, is hosting Utility Assistance Day on Thursday, September 3rd at the First Ward Community Center from 2–6 p.m.
This event is designed to provide in-person support for residents seeking help with utility bills and access to energy assistance resources. Food will be provided, and all community members are welcome to attend.
Super Vandal is Back!
Help us celebrate the amazing people in our district! Scan the QR code or use the link below to nominate a student or staff member for August Super Vandal.
Super Vandal Nomination Link: https://forms.gle/2V9skrj4yvPyJwou7
Last year, we received over 40 incredible nominations—this year, our goal is to double it! Who makes our district super? Let us know today!
#WeAreMerrill #VandalPride
Help us celebrate the amazing people in our district! Scan the QR code or use the link below to nominate a student or staff member for August Super Vandal.
Super Vandal Nomination Link: https://forms.gle/2V9skrj4yvPyJwou7
Last year, we received over 40 incredible nominations—this year, our goal is to double it! Who makes our district super? Let us know today!
#WeAreMerrill #VandalPride
We're Hiring: Bus Driver & Elementary Classroom Aide!
We’re urgently looking for a dedicated Bus Driver and Elementary Classroom Aide to support our students each day. If you love working with kids and making a difference in their school experience, we’d love to have you on our team.
Check out the details below to learn more and apply. Please help us share these opportunities!
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We’re urgently looking for a dedicated Bus Driver and Elementary Classroom Aide to support our students each day. If you love working with kids and making a difference in their school experience, we’d love to have you on our team.
Check out the details below to learn more and apply. Please help us share these opportunities!
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Professional Learning is underway!!
While the students enjoyed a Friday off, the staff was hard at work! Elementary teachers dove more deeply into new math curriculum, Bridges. The Middle/High School staff completed their Multi-Tiered Systems of Support work with guidance from the Saginaw ISD, and then did some data investigation on student success. The support staff and a few of our special education teachers renewed their Crisis Prevention Intervention training, also with support from the Saginaw ISD. Focused and individualized learning is important for everyone at MCS!
While the students enjoyed a Friday off, the staff was hard at work! Elementary teachers dove more deeply into new math curriculum, Bridges. The Middle/High School staff completed their Multi-Tiered Systems of Support work with guidance from the Saginaw ISD, and then did some data investigation on student success. The support staff and a few of our special education teachers renewed their Crisis Prevention Intervention training, also with support from the Saginaw ISD. Focused and individualized learning is important for everyone at MCS!
We are thrilled to introduce Nicole Allen, who is joining our high school team as a Math Teacher!
She is passionate about building strong relationships with her students and helping them develop real world problem-solving skills.
Please join us in giving Mrs. Allen a warm Merrill welcome! We can't wait to see the positive impact she will make on our students and school community this year.
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She is passionate about building strong relationships with her students and helping them develop real world problem-solving skills.
Please join us in giving Mrs. Allen a warm Merrill welcome! We can't wait to see the positive impact she will make on our students and school community this year.
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3 days left! Today’s countdown is brought to you by 3 of our amazing support staff members who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure our buildings are safe, clean, and ready for students, we couldn't start the year without them. Give them some love in the comments below!
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4 days to go! Today's official countdown crew features 4 of our sweetest Vandals. They may be tiny, but their school spirit is huge! We can’t wait to see all of our students back in the halls so soon!
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#VandalPride #WeAreMerrill
We’re 6 days away! Huge thanks to 6 of our volleyball players for bringing you today’s countdown!
See you August 26th, Vandals!
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See you August 26th, Vandals!
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We’re hiring!
We are currently looking for:
-Elementary Recess Aide
-Elementary Specialized Aide
If you love working with kids and want a rewarding job with a school-friendly schedule, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today or share this post with someone who would be a great fit!
We are currently looking for:
-Elementary Recess Aide
-Elementary Specialized Aide
If you love working with kids and want a rewarding job with a school-friendly schedule, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today or share this post with someone who would be a great fit!
What a fun-filled summer it has been! From playground adventures and creative activities to making new friends, sharing meals, and creating memories together, our campers have truly made the most of every day.
As we wrap up our summer camp program, we’re so proud of all the fun, friendship, and growth we’ve seen this summer. A big thank-you to our amazing staff for making each day special and to our families for sharing these moments with us!
Now it’s time to turn the page and welcome a new school year! We’re excited for new beginnings, new adventures, new learning, and plenty of opportunities to grow together.
Welcome back, everyone! We can’t wait to see what this year brings!
As we wrap up our summer camp program, we’re so proud of all the fun, friendship, and growth we’ve seen this summer. A big thank-you to our amazing staff for making each day special and to our families for sharing these moments with us!
Now it’s time to turn the page and welcome a new school year! We’re excited for new beginnings, new adventures, new learning, and plenty of opportunities to grow together.
Welcome back, everyone! We can’t wait to see what this year brings!
