Morrish Elementary School

08/11/2026

DID YOU KNOW? 👀👂🦷

Vision, hearing, and dental screenings are required for students entering kindergarten in Michigan and we’re making it easy for our Dragon families to check these off the back-to-school list!

FREE screenings will be available Friday, August 21, from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Cage Fieldhouse. ❤️🤍

No appointment needed, just stop by!

08/10/2026

Back-to-school season is here, Dragons! ❤️🤍

The first day of school for all Swartz Creek students is Monday, August 31, and it’s a half-day PM schedule for everyone! We are so excited to welcome our Dragons back. Here are a few things families can do now to help make the transition as smooth as possible:

✅ Ease Into the Routine: Start shifting bedtimes and wake-up times now. A steady routine can make those first mornings much easier!

✅ Practice Lunch Skills: For our younger Dragons, practice opening lunch containers, snack packages, and water bottles. Those little skills build confidence and independence.

✅ Keep School Supplies Simple for Now: General elementary and middle school supply lists are available on our website by grade level, but we recommend sticking with the basics for now—pencils, notebooks, folders, highlighters, etc. Save those receipts and wait until Open House or until your child’s teacher shares any classroom-specific needs before purchasing too much. High school families should wait until classes begin and teachers share what students will need for each course.

✅ Talk It Through: Talk with your child about what the school day might look like. A little preparation can go a long way toward easing nerves and building excitement.

✅ Label Everything: Backpacks, jackets, water bottles, lunchboxes—if it’s heading to school, put a name on it!

🚨 Early 5s & Kindergarten Families: Parents will attend with their child on the first day from 1:00–2:00 PM for a special welcome. More information will be mailed with classroom placement letters.

🏫 Schedule Pick Up & Open Houses Are Coming! High School Schedule Pick Up is August 20, Middle School Schedule Pick Up is August 27, and Middle School and Elementary Open Houses are August 27. The High School Open House will be on September 8. Check the graphic for specific times and details.

📩 As we get closer to August 31, watch for school-specific communication from your child’s building with everything you need to start the year feeling prepared, including elementary classroom placement letters.

We can’t wait to fill our classrooms and hallways with Dragons again. Here’s to a great 2026–2027 school year! Go Dragons! ❤️🤍

07/28/2026

Updated 2026-2027 School Calendar Available!

We’ve made a couple of important updates to the 2026-2027 Swartz Creek Community Schools calendar.

✅ The calendar now includes our Seniors’ Last Day and Graduation Day.

✅ We’ve also added a new calendar-style version to make it even easier to view important dates at a glance.

Both versions are available on our website:
📍 At the top of the homepage [https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3693/Sccs/f768d924-e047-4e4e-9bde-e7e2533f29ff/2026-2027-School-Calendar.pdf?disposition=inline]

📍 Under the Events section [https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3693/Sccs/db9fa6fe-430d-49cb-9242-426bdceeea38/2026-2027-SCCS-Calendar.jpg?disposition=inline]

Whether you prefer the traditional printable calendar or the new month-by-month calendar view, you’ll have easy access to all the important dates for the upcoming school year.

We encourage families to save a copy and start planning for another great year. 🐉❤️🤍

07/10/2026

06/26/2026

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥

In its ongoing commitment to total community transparency, Swartz Creek Community Schools is sharing an update regarding the receipt of a $40 million purchase agreement proposal for Morrish Elementary, delivered by MegaSite representatives. In strict compliance with open meeting laws and public transparency requirements, the sealed envelope was formally opened during the full, public session of our recent board meeting so that all board members and community constituents could witness the initial presentation firsthand. Given the significant public interest and history surrounding this site, the Administrative action has been taken to immediately forward this to our legal counsel at Thrun Law Firm for a complete and rigorous evaluation.

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲
The board will make no decisions regarding this property until our attorneys provide a comprehensive report and 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 are held to ensure 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐝. Specific dates for these 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 will be provided at a later time, "as we are dedicated" to keeping the public fully informed of everything going on with this process. This evaluation ensures that the 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲'𝐬 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐬, 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐚𝐱 𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲.

Sincerely,
𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐤𝐢
Board President, Swartz Creek Community Schools Board of Education

06/11/2026

Have a great summer, Morrish students! ☀️ ❤️Thank you for an amazing year. Enjoy your break, make great memories, and we’ll see you in the fall! 😎☀️

06/10/2026

Today marks their final day at Morrish Elementary!

To Mrs. Wasson, Mrs. West, and Mrs. Bauserman, thank you for your years of dedication, compassion, and love of learning. The impact you’ve made on students, staff, and families will be felt for years to come. Congratulations on your retirement!❤️❤️❤️

And to Miss Walla, best of luck as you begin your new journey as an educator in Grand Rapids! They are lucky to have you.

You will all be greatly missed, and Morrish will always be better because of each of you! 🥰❤️

06/09/2026

Dear Morrish Families,

It is with mixed emotions that I share some important news with you. I have recently accepted a position as Principal of Myers Elementary in the Grand Blanc Community Schools and will be leaving my role as Principal of Morrish Elementary.

This decision was not made lightly. Serving as the principal of Morrish has been one of the greatest honors of my career. Over the past two years, I have had the privilege of working alongside an incredible staff, partnering with supportive families, and most importantly, getting to know and celebrate the amazing students who make Morrish such a special place.

Together, we have accomplished so much. From strengthening our academic programs and implementing new curriculum resources to building a positive school culture focused on kindness, responsibility, and student success, I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved as a school community. The dedication of our staff and the support of our families have made Morrish a place where students thrive, and I am grateful to have been part of that journey.

While I am excited for this new opportunity, leaving Morrish is bittersweet. The relationships I have built with students, families, and staff will always hold a special place in my heart. Morrish is more than a school; it is a family, and I will forever cherish the memories and experiences we have shared together.

I am confident that Morrish will continue to flourish. The exceptional staff, strong family partnerships, and remarkable students that make this school so special will continue to ensure its success for years to come.

Thank you for your trust, support, and partnership during my time as principal. It has truly been a privilege to serve the Morrish community. I wish each of you continued success and happiness, and I will always be cheering for Morrish from afar.

Sincerely,
Mrs. Jaclyn Thompson
Principal, Morrish Elementary School

06/09/2026

Friendly reminder that tomorrow and Wednesday are 1/2 days! Dismissal is at noon. We can’t wait to soak up these last two days with our kiddos before we send them off for a well-deserved summer break! ☀️💛

06/09/2026

It’s a very special day at Morrish Elementary as we celebrate Grandma Sherry! For 16 years, she has dedicated her time, kindness, and heart to volunteering in Mrs. Comeau’s classroom, making a lasting impact on so many students and staff along the way. Today, we celebrate her incredible commitment as she officially retires. Thank you, Grandma Sherry, for the love and joy you brought to Morrish each and every day! You will be greatly missed! 💙