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!
Merrill Community Child Development Center is Hiring!
Please join us in welcoming Kristen Schutt to the Vandal family!
Ms. Schutt is joining Merrill Community Schools as a Middle School Special Education Teacher, and she brings an incredible wealth of experience to our classrooms! With a Master’s degree in Special Education from North Carolina State University and 25 years of teaching experience, we are so lucky to have her dedication and passion on our team.
Drop a comment below to give Ms. Schutt a big Merrill welcome! Let’s make it a great year ahead!
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Ms. Schutt is joining Merrill Community Schools as a Middle School Special Education Teacher, and she brings an incredible wealth of experience to our classrooms! With a Master’s degree in Special Education from North Carolina State University and 25 years of teaching experience, we are so lucky to have her dedication and passion on our team.
Drop a comment below to give Ms. Schutt a big Merrill welcome! Let’s make it a great year ahead!
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Join Superintendent Allison Jordan for a Lunch & Learn at Woody's on Tuesday, August 18, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Once a Vandal, always a Vandal!
We are excited to officially announce that Tammy Smith is returning to the district as a Special Education Teacher for our Middle and High School students! After a brief stint teaching in Tennessee, Tammy is back where she belongs. We know her experience, dedication, and heart for students will make this year extra special.
Drop a message below to welcome Tammy back to Merrill!
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We are excited to officially announce that Tammy Smith is returning to the district as a Special Education Teacher for our Middle and High School students! After a brief stint teaching in Tennessee, Tammy is back where she belongs. We know her experience, dedication, and heart for students will make this year extra special.
Drop a message below to welcome Tammy back to Merrill!
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JOIN OUR TEAM! We're hiring for our Food Services Department:
🔹 CACFP Cook/Aide (Child & Adult Care Food Program)
🔹 Café Aide
Enjoy great benefits, a supportive team, and a school-friendly schedule!
👉 Check out the details below to see benefits and apply today!
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🔹 CACFP Cook/Aide (Child & Adult Care Food Program)
🔹 Café Aide
Enjoy great benefits, a supportive team, and a school-friendly schedule!
👉 Check out the details below to see benefits and apply today!
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Our staff has been hard at work taking our learning to the next level! Here is a look at what our team spent time focusing on:
Student Safety First: Our staff completed SEC Training to stay fully compliant with Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and Michigan State Police safety requirements. This includes updated language and brand-new safety operation plans tailored for each of our buildings.
Leadership & Growth: Our building leaders participated in a powerful session on Visible Learning by John Hattie, provided by Saginaw ISD. This directly supports our major PD focus for the year: Collective Efficacy—the belief that we can all make a difference, and that impact is multiplied when we work together!
Swipe through to see our team in action! 📸👇
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Student Safety First: Our staff completed SEC Training to stay fully compliant with Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and Michigan State Police safety requirements. This includes updated language and brand-new safety operation plans tailored for each of our buildings.
Leadership & Growth: Our building leaders participated in a powerful session on Visible Learning by John Hattie, provided by Saginaw ISD. This directly supports our major PD focus for the year: Collective Efficacy—the belief that we can all make a difference, and that impact is multiplied when we work together!
Swipe through to see our team in action! 📸👇
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A Familiar Face in Our Hallways!
One of the best parts of summer is seeing familiar faces return to our school! This summer, we're excited to have a former elementary student working in our childcare program.
It's always a special full-circle moment to watch students who once filled these hallways come back to help care for and encourage the next generation. We love seeing our school community continue to grow through the connections that begin right here.
Thank you for spending your summer with us and making a difference in the lives of our youngest learners.
Once a student, always part of our school family.
One of the best parts of summer is seeing familiar faces return to our school! This summer, we're excited to have a former elementary student working in our childcare program.
It's always a special full-circle moment to watch students who once filled these hallways come back to help care for and encourage the next generation. We love seeing our school community continue to grow through the connections that begin right here.
Thank you for spending your summer with us and making a difference in the lives of our youngest learners.
Once a student, always part of our school family.
We are Hiring:
-Cafe Aide (District Wide)
-Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Cook/Aide
-Elementary Recess Aide
Please visit https://www.merrillschools.org/page/employment for more detials.
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-Cafe Aide (District Wide)
-Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Cook/Aide
-Elementary Recess Aide
Please visit https://www.merrillschools.org/page/employment for more detials.
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Merrill Community Schools is accepting applications for a Middle/High School Teacher for the upcoming school year. We are seeking candidates certified in one or more of the following subject area combinations:
-Secondary Math & Science
-Secondary Math & History
-Secondary History
Placement will depend on district staffing needs and candidate qualifications.
For full details and to apply, please visit www.merrillschools.org/page/employment.
-Secondary Math & Science
-Secondary Math & History
-Secondary History
Placement will depend on district staffing needs and candidate qualifications.
For full details and to apply, please visit www.merrillschools.org/page/employment.
Ready for Vandal Athletics? Grab your 2026–2027 VIP Season Passes now! Details below.
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Vandal Families: Check out the flyer below for our Open House schedule and key dates, and grab your school supply lists!
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Merrill Cheer Car Wash & Bottle Drive!
Drop off your returnable cans and get your car washed for just $10.
📅 Friday, August 7, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Bus Garage (near KC Hall) — 21507 Gratiot Rd
Scan the QR code on the flyer to pay in advance or donate. Thank you for supporting our Vandals!
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Drop off your returnable cans and get your car washed for just $10.
📅 Friday, August 7, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Bus Garage (near KC Hall) — 21507 Gratiot Rd
Scan the QR code on the flyer to pay in advance or donate. Thank you for supporting our Vandals!
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A huge thank you to Steven and Joanne Carstensen for their incredible generosity in donating a large collection of school supplies to our school!
Your kindness and support will help ensure our students have the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed this school year. We truly appreciate your willingness to invest in our students and our school community.
Your kindness and support will help ensure our students have the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed this school year. We truly appreciate your willingness to invest in our students and our school community.
We have an exciting update regarding our middle school athletics program! To help support our teams and bring stability to our programs, our middle school coaching positions are transitioning to paid roles starting this season. We are so grateful for everyone who has volunteered their time over the years, and we’re excited to take this step in supporting our coaching staff.
We’re currently looking for coaches for:
🏈 5th & 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Football
🏀 7th Grade Girls' & 8th Grade Boys' Basketball
🏃 Middle School Track
Interested in joining the team? Check out the details at /www.merrillschools.org/page/employment
We have an exciting opening for a High School Spanish Teacher! Whether you are looking for Full-Time or Part-Time, we’d love to discuss options to make this role work for the right candidate.
Take a look at the attached job description for full details.
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Take a look at the attached job description for full details.
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Superintendent Allison Jordan stopped by with a special treat for our Summer Camp crew yesterday! Look at all these happy campers enjoying their summer with friends!
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Join the Merrill Community Child Development Center! We're hiring Infant & Toddler Assistant Teachers to help create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where our youngest learners can thrive. Apply today or share this opportunity with someone who would be a great fit!
https://www.merrillschools.org/page/employment
https://www.merrillschools.org/page/employment
Moments like this are what make Merrill Community Schools special.
Seeing our Facilities Director, Sue Roe, walk hand-in-hand with a Little Vandal to help her grab something she forgot is a gentle reminder: every member of our district makes a difference.
Beyond academics and operations, we are so grateful for a team that genuinely cares for our students every single day. 💙
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Seeing our Facilities Director, Sue Roe, walk hand-in-hand with a Little Vandal to help her grab something she forgot is a gentle reminder: every member of our district makes a difference.
Beyond academics and operations, we are so grateful for a team that genuinely cares for our students every single day. 💙
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Make a difference in a child’s day before the first bell even rings! 🚌
Merrill Schools is looking for friendly, reliable bus drivers to join our team. If you love working with kids and want a flexible position with great hourly pay and paid time off, we’d love to have you on board!
✨ $20 – $27/hr (based on experience)
✨ $500 Sign-On Bonus
✨ Paid Training Provided
Apply today: www.merrillschools.org/page/employment
