Do you know a Branch County school staff member or a student who has gone above and beyond to include students with disabilities? This recognition celebrates those who foster a welcoming environment, encourage diversity, and ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds, feel valued and supported. The nominees exemplify the spirit of inclusion by creating opportunities for every student to thrive and succeed.
The AFNR class spent the day with the great folks of the Branch County Conservation District as they helped scout fields, dig holes, and served as judges for our Soil Evaluation competition! We are grateful for their time!
November is Family Engagement Month! Families are a child's first and most important teachers. What is one special thing you've taught your little one recently? #MIFamilyEngagement
The BISD Parent Advisory Committee is excited to share the November PAC Newsletter. Check out the tips and resources from our Parents!
This Head Start Awareness Month, your story can inspire others to get involved and set an example of what early learning can do for children and working parents.
Every year, Head Start serves nearly 750,000 children and families across the country, offering:
📚 Early learning that sparks curiosity and builds confidence
🍎 Nutritious meals and health screenings for healthy development
🧑🧑🧒 Family resources to support parents and caregivers
🌐 Wraparound services that connect families to community support
Whether you're a Head Start alum, a parent or caregiver whose family was supported, an educator who’s witnessed breakthroughs, or a supporter of early learning—join us in celebrating the ways Head Start shapes lives and strengthens communities. 🎉
📣 Tell us what Head Start means to you and see how others are celebrating! go.nhsa.org/HSAM
Every year, Head Start serves nearly 750,000 children and families across the country, offering:
📚 Early learning that sparks curiosity and builds confidence
🍎 Nutritious meals and health screenings for healthy development
🧑🧑🧒 Family resources to support parents and caregivers
🌐 Wraparound services that connect families to community support
Whether you're a Head Start alum, a parent or caregiver whose family was supported, an educator who’s witnessed breakthroughs, or a supporter of early learning—join us in celebrating the ways Head Start shapes lives and strengthens communities. 🎉
📣 Tell us what Head Start means to you and see how others are celebrating! go.nhsa.org/HSAM
Did you know our Intermediate School District (ISD) provides services and support for Career & Technical Education (CTE), Special Education, and Early Childhood programs? This week, our CTE and Special Education departments teamed up to create a memorable day of learning and fun!
Students from Waldron Learning Center were hosted by our Education Professions and Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources programs for a special fall event. 🍂 Students enjoyed a hayride out to meet the animals raised by our Ag students, then came inside to experiment with toys created by Education Fundamentals students, paint pumpkins that were generously donated by Swift Pumpkin Patch, who is also a BACC alumnus, and enjoy a snack.
Even though the weather brought a little rain, the day was filled with sunshine, smiles, and laughter from everyone involved. ☀️🎃🐮
#CTE #SpecialEducation #EarlyChildhood #Collaboration #HandsOnLearning #FallFun #BranchISD
Students from Waldron Learning Center were hosted by our Education Professions and Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources programs for a special fall event. 🍂 Students enjoyed a hayride out to meet the animals raised by our Ag students, then came inside to experiment with toys created by Education Fundamentals students, paint pumpkins that were generously donated by Swift Pumpkin Patch, who is also a BACC alumnus, and enjoy a snack.
Even though the weather brought a little rain, the day was filled with sunshine, smiles, and laughter from everyone involved. ☀️🎃🐮
#CTE #SpecialEducation #EarlyChildhood #Collaboration #HandsOnLearning #FallFun #BranchISD
Check out the next Kinship Care meeting on Tuesday, November 4th. Please RSVP the number of adults and children in your party to 517-279-6565.
Happy AAC awareness month! Here at Waldron we celebrate all the unique ways our students communicate. With the use of their AAC our students are empowered to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas!
We wanted to highlight a few of our incredible students....... and Sir Wellington🐕🦺........ using AAC to share their voices and connect with others.
🗣️💬 Communication is for everyone!
We wanted to highlight a few of our incredible students....... and Sir Wellington🐕🦺........ using AAC to share their voices and connect with others.
🗣️💬 Communication is for everyone!
Are you a hunter??? Consider participating in BACC's Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources annual Buck Pole contest. See flyer for details!
🌟 October is National Principals Month! 🌟
Branch ISD is proud to recognize and celebrate the incredible leadership, dedication, and care shown by our school principals. Every day, they inspire students, support staff, and strengthen our entire learning community.
Please join us in thanking these outstanding leaders:
• Mike Rasmussen - Branch Area Careers Center
• Christa Conroy - Waldron Learning Center
Your vision, compassion, and commitment make Branch ISD stronger every single day. We appreciate you!
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth #BranchISD #LeadershipMatters
Branch ISD is proud to recognize and celebrate the incredible leadership, dedication, and care shown by our school principals. Every day, they inspire students, support staff, and strengthen our entire learning community.
Please join us in thanking these outstanding leaders:
• Mike Rasmussen - Branch Area Careers Center
• Christa Conroy - Waldron Learning Center
Your vision, compassion, and commitment make Branch ISD stronger every single day. We appreciate you!
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth #BranchISD #LeadershipMatters
BACC Parent-Teacher Conference schedule:
Tuesday, October 14 - All Health Science, BMMT and AFNR 2.
Wednesday, October 15 - All other programs.
Hope to see you there!
Tuesday, October 14 - All Health Science, BMMT and AFNR 2.
Wednesday, October 15 - All other programs.
Hope to see you there!
💡Did you know? In 1982, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed October as National Head Start Awareness Month to honor the program’s impact.
Every October, we celebrate the children, educators, families, and communities who are part of our Head Start family. Since its founding in 1965, Head Start has provided high-quality education, health care, and family support to more than 40 million children and their families nationwide.
📣This month, we invite you to be a part of #HeadStartAwareness by sharing a story, memory, or experience you’ve had with our program. go.nhsa.org/HSAM
Every October, we celebrate the children, educators, families, and communities who are part of our Head Start family. Since its founding in 1965, Head Start has provided high-quality education, health care, and family support to more than 40 million children and their families nationwide.
📣This month, we invite you to be a part of #HeadStartAwareness by sharing a story, memory, or experience you’ve had with our program. go.nhsa.org/HSAM
The BACC FFA wants to extend a great big THANK YOU to TOMMY'S EXPRESS in Coldwater for the donation of $900 for 24 students to attend the National FFA Convention! They are a new donor and we are ecstatic about partnering with them for this opportunity to help students! Thank you again!
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Start the journey at Pathfinder.MiTalent.org.
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Did you know that October is #HeadStartAwareness month?
2025 marks 60 years of Head Start.
#HeadStart provides young children from eligible families a well-rounded classroom experience centered around social-emotional learning and offers support to them and their families beyond the classroom, preparing them for success in school and life.
📣This month, we invite you to be a part of #HeadStartAwareness by sharing a story, memory, or experience you’ve had with our program.
It was Agronomy Day at the BACC! Our annual partnership with Keystone Cooperative - Coldwater location always proves to be an educational and fun event. A huge thank you to everyone at Keystone for hosting the AFNR class today!
Salvation Army will begin taking applications for Toys for Tots on Wednesday, October 1st online or Thursday October 2nd in person. If you have any questions please contact Kevin at Kevin.Kroehler@usc.salvationarmy.org
Branch Area Careers Center hosted “College Day” on Tuesday September 23, where students were exposed to a range of post high school opportunities. College Day featured 43 colleges, universities, trade schools, and military representatives, providing a diverse range of options for students to explore. The event was made possible by the dedicated efforts of the Branch Area Careers Center team and Kellogg Community College.
On Thursday, September 18, the BACC Education program visited Trine University to experience "Teacher by Trine." What a great experience for our future educators!
BACC College Day is Tuesday, September 23. Students, please be sure to register for StriveScan at https://app.strivescan.com/registration or capture the QR Code in the picture.
