Join us on March 10th from 4PM to 5PM at all SPSD elementary schools to enroll your child in KINDERGARTEN for the 2026-2027 school year. You will have the opportunity to meet school staff, get the enrollment info you need, and sign up on site.
Welcome, Class of 2039!
Please be sure to check it out so you don’t miss any of the great things happening at Zilwaukee! Thank you for your continued support. 💙
🏒🎾 Get Ready — Sports Sign Ups Are Open! 🎉
We’re excited to share some great upcoming sports opportunities for our students! Families can now sign students up for Floor Hockey and Tennis using the QR codes shown in the flyers. These programs are open to specific grade levels, so please check each picture carefully for eligibility.
✅ Quick and easy sign up
✅ Limited spots available
✅ Great way for students to stay active and involved
Just scan the QR code in the image and complete the form to register your student.
We hope to see lots of our students joining in the fun this season! 💙
Special note: There will be a Tennis Kick Off event on Saturday, March 14th at Thompson Middle School from 130-4pm. For this event, parents must come with their child and sign them in at registration in order for them to be able to participate.
Calling all Zilwaukee families – we've got an exciting morning planned! Join us for our Family and Community Lighthouse meeting right after drop-off tomorrow. 📅 It's your chance to be part of something amazing and share your awesome ideas about upcoming school events!
When: Thursday, February 12th at 8:30 am
Where: Media Center 🏫
Your voice matters, and we can't wait to hear it! Grab a coffee ☕ on your way to school and come connect with our school community. See you there! 🌈
🏀 Elementary Basketball Championship Games 🏀
It’s championship week for our elementary basketball teams! Join us as students compete for the title and showcase their hard work, teamwork, and school pride.
📅 Wednesday, February 11
1st–3rd Grade Tournament & Championship
📍 Location: Saginaw Middle School
🏀 Courts 1 & 2 | Half Court Games
🕔 5:00 PM – Tournament Games
• Handley vs. Arthur Eddy
• Herig vs. Stone
🕠 5:45 PM – Semifinal Game
• Jessie Rouse vs. Court 1 Winner
🕡 6:30 PM – Championship Game
• Court 1 Winner vs. Court 2 Winner
❤️ Saturday, February 14 (Valentine’s Day)
4th–5th Grade Championship Games
📍 Location: Saginaw Middle School
🏀 Full Court Games
🕚 11:00 AM – Semifinal Games
Girls (Court 1):
• Chester Miller vs. Stone (Championship Game)
Boys (Court 2):
• Kempton vs. Jesse Loomis
🕛 12:00 PM – Championship Games
• Boys Championship: Handley vs. Boys Semifinal Winner
$2 admission for games.
Our 1st–5th grade students are hitting the court this week for the SPSD Elementary Basketball Tournament! Games tip off Tuesday, February 10 at Arthur Eddy, Stone, Handley, and Kempton, with championship games at Saginaw Middle School on Wednesday, Feb. 11 and Saturday, Feb. 14.
Come out, cheer loud, and support our young athletes!
🏀 SPSD Elementary Basketball Tournament
Tuesday, February 10
1st–3rd Grade Tournament
🕔 5:00 PM
• Arthur Eddy (Jelks) vs. Chester Miller (Reimus). 📍Location: Arthur Eddy
• Stone (Watson) vs. Handley (Scott). 📍Location: Stone
🕠 5:45 PM
• Arthur Eddy (Ray) vs. Handley (Herd). 📍Location: Arthur Eddy
• Herig (Tolbert B) vs. Chester Miller (Goodman). 📍Location: Stone
🕡 6:30 PM
• Jesse Rouse (Campbell) vs. Handley (Danks). 📍Location: Arthur Eddy
4th–5th Grade Tournament
🕔 5:00 PM
• Stone Girls (Wicker) vs. Herig Girls (Gallardo). 📍Location: Handley
• Jesse Loomis (Lincoln) vs. Kempton (Lavario). 📍Location: Kempton
🕕 6:00 PM
• Handley (Thigpen) vs. Merrill Park (Sunday). 📍Location: Handley
• Kempton (Evans) vs. Herig (Bland). Location: Kempton
🕕 6:00 PM (Girls Game)
• Girls BI: Chester Miller (Smith)
🏆 Wednesday, February 11
1st–3rd Grade Championship Night
🕔 5:00 PM – Tournament Games
• Court 1: Team vs. Team
• Court 2: Team vs. Team
🕠 5:45 PM – Semifinals
• Bye Team vs. 5:00 PM Winner
• 5:00 PM Winner (Most Points) advances
🕡 6:30 PM – Championship Game
• Winner of 5:45 vs. team with most semifinal points
📍 Location
• Saginaw Middle School
🏀🏆 Saturday, February 14 (Valentine’s Day)
4th–5th Grade Championship
🕚 11:00 AM – Semifinals
• Court 1: Girls Championship Game
• Court 2: Boys Semifinal
🕛 12:00 PM – Championship Game
• Semifinal Winner vs. Tuesday Team (Most Points)
📍 Location
• Saginaw Middle School
$2 admission for games.
It’s time to sign up for sports!🏒📣🎾
Sign-ups are now open for Floor Hockey (Grades 4 &5), Competitive Cheer (Grades 2-5), and Tennis(Grades 2-5). Sign up sheets were sent home for Cheer and Tennis. Students interested in Floor Hockey can sign up using the QR code in the picture.
Please note that practices and events for all three sports will take place at other schools, so be sure to read through the information provided for details.
We hope to see many of our students take part in these fun opportunities!
Just a reminder- There will be no school on Friday, January 16th and Monday, January 19th. Please enjoy the long weekend!
❄️ Our January Newsletter is here! Be on the lookout for our Mackinaw Island Fundraiser order forms coming home today! What better way to get ready for Valentine’s Day than by sharing delicious chocolates and sweet treats with family and friends? All orders and money are due back to the school office by Thursday, January 28th. Please see the order form and attached note for more details.
As a quick reminder, if your child’s end-of-day transportation plans change, please be sure to call the school office at (989) 399-5200 preferably no later than 2:45pm so we can ensure everyone gets home safely.
Also, as we are well into winter weather, please send students with coats, hats, gloves, boots, and snow pants when possible so they can enjoy a warm and fun recess time when weather permits. Thank you for your continued support! ⛄
We look forward to seeing all of our LEADers back on January 5th at 8:25 am. Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season along with a happy and healthy start to the new year!
Yes, we are back in school today and excited to see all our students! Hopefully everyone enjoyed their snow day and got some time do rest and relax. Due to the weather and school cancellation, we were not able to have our Leader of the Month Assembly yesterday (Wednesday).
We will hold our December Growing Leaders Assembly on Wednesday, December 17th at 9:45 am. As always, if you child has been chosen as the Leader of the Month, you will receive a special invitation to the reception that morning as well. We hope to see many of you at the assembly as we celebrate our students for perfect attendance, Leadership skills and also highlight some Leader In Me habits.
We are excited to invite all of our Zilwaukee families to our upcoming Holiday Program. Our students have been practicing some wonderful holiday songs and cannot wait to share them with you.
The program will take place on Tuesday, December 9th at 1:30 PM in the gym.
We will also be hosting a bake sale in the media center immediately after the program, so feel free to bring a few dollars to take home some tasty treats.
We look forward to celebrating the season together!
Please note: As the temps drop, please send students with warm layers including coats, hats, and gloves. We’ll go outside for recess as often as possible (weather permitting).
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The Detroit Lions are looking to celebrate amazing educators across Michigan — and we know Zilwaukee is full of them! 💙
The Touchdowns for Teachers program recognizes teachers who go above and beyond for their students. Winners receive special Lions experiences 🦁 and classroom grants 💰 to make their creative ideas come to life!
✨ How it works:
💬 Parents, students, staff, and community members can nominate a Zilwaukee teacher who has made a difference.
🎉 Selected teachers will be honored by the Lions and awarded funds to support classroom projects.
Let’s show everyone the heart and dedication of our Zilwaukee staff — nominate your favorite teacher today!
📅 Deadline: Monday, November 17, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.
📍 Nominate here: https://www.detroitlions.com/community/touchdown-for-teachers
Let’s help one of our incredible Zilwaukee teachers score a touchdown for education! 💙💛 #ZilwaukeePride #RaiderStrong #TouchdownsForTeachers #DetroitLions
October is National Principals Month! Let’s recognize the principals and assistant principals who shape our schools in the Saginaw Public School District.
Visit principalsmonth.org for ideas on how to celebrate and show appreciation. #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth
Join us at Texas Roadhouse – Saginaw TOMORROW Wednesday, October 8th, from 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
When you dine in or order to-go and show this flyer or mention “Zilwaukee Fundraising,” Texas Roadhouse will generously donate 10% of your total food purchase back to Zilwaukee Elementary.
Enjoy a great meal and help our students at the same time—we can’t wait to see you there!
📍 Location: Texas Roadhouse, 2508 Tittabawassee Rd., Saginaw
There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, October 6th due to a Teacher Training/Professional Development Day.
We’ll see our Raiders back in school on Tuesday, October 7th. Thank you for your support as our teachers grow and learn together! 💙🤍
Count Day helps determine vital funding for our schools, which directly supports programs, teachers, and resources for your child's education.
Every student counts-- and every day matters!
We’re thrilled to welcome over 50 new teachers and social workers to kick off the 2025–2026 school year — our largest group of new hires in years! From hometown heroes returning to serve their community to fresh faces bringing new energy, this team is ready to inspire, empower, and elevate our students.
Meet some of the incredible educators joining us — including alumni who are coming full circle and passionate professionals who believe in the power of public education.
“Saginaw Public Schools is the best in the area,” says Executive Director of HR Tiffany Pruitt. We couldn’t agree more.
Read the full story and meet some of our newest team members on the district website: https://www.spsd.net/article/2357595
