Merrill Community School District

We are looking for someone to join our amazing team here at Merrill Community Schools. If you have a passion for helping children and a history in special education we have the job for you! See our website, https://www.merrillschools.org/page/employment for all available postings.

Who doesn't love a beautiful mum in the fall!? The Class of 2027 is selling mums through September 3rd. Get yours ordered today!

Mark the dates for open houses on your calendar! They are coming up soon. We can't wait to see all of our Vandal families! #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride

We are currently looking for someone to coach the 7th and 8th Grade Volleyball Team. If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact Jason Buckley, buckley@merrillschools.org.

Our kindergarten campers had a wonderful experience today! They got to do a trial run of what their first BIG day of school will be like! We are so excited to welcome our newest Vandals!

High School Volleyball Tryouts for JV and Varsity Teams will take place next on Monday, August 12th and Tuesday, August 13th from 3-5 pm. A parent meeting will be held prior to tryouts on Sunday evening at 5:30 pm on Sunday, August 11th. #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride

It takes a team to give students an opportunity to learn and grow! Every person and every role is critical to that team mindset! We are looking for individuals to join our amazing team here at Merrill Community School District! You can view all active postings on our website: https://www.merrillschools.org/page/employment

Today is the day to come and get your meal boxes! We still have over 250 FREE child meals to give away! We are here until 5:00 pm. There is currently no line! Come get it!

We know that you aren't quite ready to think about school yet.... but as we slip into August tomorrow, we wanted to get some dates on your radar! Enjoy the rest of your days in the sun and we will see students back on their first day of school, Wednesday, August 21, 2024! If you do want to start prepping, supply lists are on their respective building pages of our website, www.merrillschools.org. Some Other Important Dates: August 7th: Kindergarten Camp (students only), 9 am-12 pm August 12th: 6th Grade Orientation (students only), 8:30 am- 12:00 pm August 12th: 9th Grade Orientation (students only), 12:00 pm-2:30 pm August 19th: Kindergarten Open House, 5:00 pm-6:30 pm August 20th: Elementary Open House 1st - 5th Grade, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm August 20th: MS/HS Open House, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm We look forward to seeing all of your smiling faces back in our hallways!

Take us with you in your pocket wherever you go! Make sure to download the Merrill Schools App through your Apple or Google Play Store today to keep important information at your fingertips! #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride

Hello Vandal Community! Did you know that Farm Fest is next weekend? There will be many events that benefit our schools and programs. We hope to see you there! Co-Ed Volleyball Tournament: High School Volleyball Program Fundraiser Heavenly Thunder Car Show @ Merrill High School: Concessions to benefit Merrill Band Program Fun Color Walk/Run: Merrill High School Basketball Program Fundraiser Cow Pie Bingo: To support Merrill Middle School Washington DC Trip We hope you can make it and join in the community fun!

Another open gym opportunity for Middle School Girls tomorrow! #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride

Don't forget your child's sports physicals. You must have a current sports physical card on file to begin practice for any fall sport, including youth football. #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride

If you have an incoming kindergartner, we hope to see you at camp! No need to register ahead of time. To check your child in you must have a registration on file. Don't have one on file, no worries! You can complete your registration packet any time between now and drop off! See you there little Vandals!

Last week we served 513 kids. This was a total 3528 breakfast and 3528 lunches dispersed in our community! We would like to send out some special thanks yous this week to Vanderwall trucking, Cindy and Slim, for the donation of bottled water. We would also like to thank Superintendent Gwen Glazier, Beth Thompson and family, Branden Newton, Sue Roe, Alexis Monk and Bonnie Muller for donating their time to help distribute the water and food last week. This is a huge undertaking and we couldn't do it without the help! We take Vandal pride in helping to keep the children in our community filed up with nutritious meals throughout the summer!

Are you looking for a District that offers small classroom sizes, personalized education, and unique opportunities? Look no further! We are ready to enroll your children at Merrill Community School District! #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride #WhereYouBelong

Do you need an easy back to school solution for your child's health screenings or immunizations!? We have a solution for you! The Saginaw Health Department in partnership with Great Lakes Bay Health Centers is providing all of the above to families on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 1600 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw, MI 48602. Walk ins are welcome from 9 am to 3 pm.

We have another open gym opportunity for middle school girls interested in playing volleyball! If you have a passion for volleyball and a willingness to teach we are currently seeking a 7th grade volleyball coach! Contact Jason Buckley for more information.

Would you like to support the Merrill High School Volleyball Program? You have a couple of opportunities! #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride

On Saturday August 3rd grab your kids, your friends, your parents, and your neighbors! This is an event anyone can do! Immediately after the parade the color run/walk will take place at the township park! Register in advance to guarantee a shirt. It is only $10 per person, that includes the shirt! Farm Fest weekend will be packed with all kinds of fun, but you don't want to miss this! All proceeds will benefit the High School Girls Basketball Program. #WeAreMerrill #VandalPride