The City of Saginaw has officially proclaimed April 11–17, 2026, as the “Week of the Young Child,” recognizing the critical role early childhood education plays in shaping the future of children, families, and the broader community.
The proclamation, issued by Mayor Brenda F. Moore, highlights the importance of high-quality early learning experiences and the dedicated professionals who support the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of young children from birth through age eight. It also acknowledges the long-term impact early childhood investments have on strengthening families, supporting the workforce, and contributing to the overall well-being of the community.
As a leader in early childhood services throughout the region, Saginaw Intermediate School District (ISD) serves more than 2,000 preschool-aged children through programs including Early Head Start, Head Start, and the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP). The district partners with local school districts and community organizations to expand access to high-quality early learning opportunities for families across Saginaw County.
“This proclamation is a meaningful recognition of the work happening every day in our classrooms and communities,” said Melissa Johnson, Executive Director of Early Childhood at Saginaw ISD. “Early childhood is where the foundation for lifelong learning is built. When we invest in our youngest learners, we are investing in stronger families, a stronger workforce, and a stronger future for Saginaw County.”
The Week of the Young Child is an annual celebration that brings attention to the needs of young children and their families while recognizing the educators and caregivers who play a vital role in their development. Community members are encouraged to join in recognizing the importance of early childhood education and the impact it has on long-term success.
Saginaw ISD remains committed to expanding access to high-quality early learning experiences and continuing its work to support children, families, and communities across the region.
ABOUT SAGINAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Saginaw Intermediate School District (ISD) is an educational service agency that provides effective and innovative leadership, services, resources, and programs throughout Saginaw County. Saginaw ISD provides career and technical education, early childhood, finance, human resources, instruction, pupil accounting, special education, technology, and transportation services. In addition, Saginaw ISD operates multiple educational programs to meet the unique needs of students ages birth to 26 across Saginaw County, including: Hartley Outdoor Education Center, Head Start/Early Head Start and Great Start to Readiness Programs, Great Lakes Bay Early College, Saginaw County Juvenile Detention Center School, and Special Education Center Programs.
Saginaw ISD serves 12 local school districts, four public school academies, and 22 non-public schools, with a total enrollment of approximately 26,000 students. Public school districts supported include: Birch Run Area Schools, Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District, Carrollton Public Schools, Chesaning Union Schools, Frankenmuth School District, Freeland Community School District, Hemlock Public School District, Merrill Community Schools, Saginaw Public School District, Saginaw Township Community Schools, St. Charles Community Schools, and Swan Valley School District.
MEDIA CONTACT
Coty Kuschinsky - Saginaw ISD Chief of Staff and Communications Director