We are looking for a Long Term Substitute in our elementary building. Please click the link to view & apply.
https://sccs.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=30
Support the Sophomore Class by purchasing a Homecoming Topiary for a Varsity Athlete or Marching Band Member. Fall Homecoming is Friday, September 29th!
Septembers Positive Postcards have been addressed!
Great Job to Kellen Bailey, Quinn Daniels, Lily Hawkins, Christopher Anderson, Tessa Benko, Rylee Martis, Ramzey Poe, and Corbyn Pinsoneault.
ATTENTION Parents & Families of the Class of 2024! Commencement for the graduating seniors will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7pm under the lights at Ayers Field. In the event of inclement weather, commencement will be moved into the HS gym. Please call the HS Office with any questions.
If you are looking for something to do this Saturday, September 9, please visit the LISD Tech Center from 11am-3pm for a fun & FREE family event!
After much anticipation, 2022-2023 yearbooks have been distributed for those who ordered last school year. Graduates of the class of 2023 can pick up their yearbooks in the main office of the jr./sr. high school. If you missed the opportunity to order your yearbook last school year, please contact Erika Scheu (erika.scheu@sc-aggies.us).
On Saturday, September 9th the Sand Creek Marching Band, along with the Ida Marching Band, will be performing at the Tiger's Entrance prior to the start of the Detroit Tigers baseball game versus the Chicago White Sox. Discounted tickets are available at the link below as well as additional information. We hope to see you there!
https://fevogm.com/event/sandcreekband23
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Due to the extreme heat expected tomorrow, Thursday August 24th, we will be moving to a half day of school. Jr/Sr HS students will be released at 11:30am and elementary students will be released at 11:45am.
Please contact your building principal with any questions.
Reminder - We will be having the second Bond Informational Meeting on Tuesday night, Tuesday, August 22nd, at 7 p.m. in the Sand Creek Jr/Sr High School library.
Hope to see you there!
Free Breakfast and Lunch for ALL students at Sand Creek Community Schools!!!
Reminder - the first Bond Informational Meeting is tomorrow night, Tuesday, August 8th, at 7 p.m. in the Sand Creek Jr/Sr High School library.
Hope to see you there!
Sand Creek Community: Mark your calendars for these important upcoming dates!
- High School fall sports begins on Monday, August 7th
- Sand Creek Schools Bond Issue Proposal Information Night will be held Tuesday, August 8th at 7 p.m. in the Don Harlan library
- Registration packets are available for pick-up from the school office starting Monday, August 7th. Upon return and completion of the packets, students will receive schedules and teacher assignments.
- High School Band Camp - August 7th-9th and 14th-15th: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Special Board Meeting - Monday, August 14th at 6 p.m.
- 6th Grade Orientation and Open House - Tuesday, August 15th (see separate post for details)
- Open Houses - Wednesday, August 16th
*Ruth McGregor Elementary: 4-6 p.m.
*Sand Creek Jr/Sr High School: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- First Day of School - Monday, August 21st (half-day)
**Watch for the August edition of the Aggie Connection Newsletter for more important dates and information. Will be in your homes soon.
Classroom Supply Lists are now available on the home page of both building websites:
Elementary: https://www.sc-aggies.us/o/rme
Jr. High: https://www.sc-aggies.us/o/schs
CORRECTION: 6th Grade Orientation will be held on Tuesday, August 15th from 3-6pm for students only. Immediately following will be an Informational Parent Meeting at 6pm in the Junior High Gym. We apologize for any confusion on the 6th Grade Open House!
VACANT SEAT ON THE SAND CREEK BOARD OF EDUCATION
Effective September 1, 2023
Pursuant to section 311 of Michigan’s Election Law, MCL 168.311(1), the Sand Creek Community Schools Board of Education is accepting written notice from qualified, interested and registered electors of Sand Creek Community Schools wishing to be appointed to serve on the Sand Creek Community Schools Board of Education.
Written notice and required materials must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m. (EST) on Friday, August 11, 2023, to the Sand Creek Board of Education, Attn: Sharon Smith, Superintendent, 6518 Sand Creek Hwy. Sand Creek, Michigan 49279, or via email to sharon.smith@sc-aggies.us.
Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered for appointment:
• Written letter of interest submitted to the Superintendent by the deadline (see above).
• A few lines of introduction, a brief bio, and motivation for applying for the open board seat should be included in the letter.
• Proof that the applicant is a current registered voter in the Sand Creek Community Schools district.
• The board may request interested applicants to attend a special board meeting on Monday, August 14th.
The Sand Creek Board of Education will review applicant materials received and reserves the right to interview select candidates to ascertain their qualifications. Appointment by the board to fill this vacancy shall be made by a majority vote of the full board on August 21, 2023 with the effective date of the appointment on September 1, 2023.
The individual appointed by the Sand Creek Board of Education to fill the vacancy on the Sand Creek Schools Board of Education shall file an acceptance of office and hold office only until a successor is elected at the next general November election in the manner provided by law. The term would end December 31, 2024.
If the vacancy is not filled within thirty (30) days after it occurs, the Board of the Intermediate School District shall fill the vacancy by appointment.
We are still accepting School of Choice applications; now through Friday, August 25th.
Back to School Open Houses are quickly approaching!
The 2023/2024 school year kicks-off at Sand Creek Schools with the Back-to-School Open House on Wednesday, August 16th. This will be a great chance for students and parents to meet teachers, find classrooms and lockers, and greet classmates and staff.
• Ruth McGregor Elementary School Open House: August 16th, 4-6 p.m.
• Sand Creek Jr./Sr. High School Open House: August 16th, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• A separate 6th grade Open House and Orientation will be held on Tuesday, August 15th, 6-7:30 p.m.
The first day of school is Monday, August 21st, which is a half-day. The Sand Creek Jr./Sr. High School will dismiss at 11:30 p.m. and Ruth McGregor Elementary School will dismiss at 11:45 a.m.
The full district calendar, as well as both building calendars, are currently being worked on but can be found on the district website as soon as they are ready.
We are in search of a Middle School English Teacher! Please click the link below to apply and join our team:
https://sccs.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=27
We are looking to fill some positions for the 2023-2024 school year.
Please click the link below to see what openings we have! https://sccs.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx