Meeting with representatives from Clemens to continue our partnerships supporting the Coldwater and Branch County communities. Pictured are Nick and Bri Porter with Sir Wellington from the Waldron Learning Center and Jan Storrs representing Adult Education. Thank you Clemens for your support.
Laura Flores and Cammy Hostetter presented today at Coldwater Kiwanis Club about The Family Coalition which is a part of the Great Start Collaborative.
Congratulations to Josie Smith for receiving the Outstanding Counselor Award from Kellogg Community College!
We are very happy with how our new student/parent drop off area is looking! It will be nice to have students out of the weather when loading and unloading from the buses. Landscaping and our final coat of asphalt is coming soon!
The Branch Intermediate School District Board of Education has two (2) board position openings effective July 1, 2025. The term of office for intermediate boards of education is six years. A registered voter of the Branch Intermediate School District must fill these positions. Intermediate school board candidates have the choice of either paying a nonrefundable $100 filing fee or filing nominating petitions. The $100 fee or the nominating petitions must be filed with the Branch County Clerk by Monday, May 5, 2025. Nominating petitions are available from the Branch County Clerk’s Office, 31 Division Street, Coldwater. The ISD is also requesting that a candidate biography be completed and returned with either the filing fee or nominating petitions. The biography form is also available at the Branch County Clerk’s Office. John Bolton (Coldwater) and Chantal Paxton (Quincy) currently hold the expiring board positions.
Check out the progress on the Construction Trades house...great job!
On Tuesday, February 13th, Darrin Adair spoke at the Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education in Lansing. As the previous (2024) winner of the Murry O. Batten Humanitarian Award, he shared the impact that it has had on his career and life over the past year. See and hear the speech here: https://youtu.be/6qswnp_u1wU
Last Friday February 7th, students from the BACC shared their knowledge on the career fields they study with 3rd & 4th graders from Jennings Elementary. All students participated in hands-on activities including learning how the internet works, using tools to tighten bolts, trying out electrical circuits, and how to stop the bleed. Check out some neat pictures from the event!
Happy 100th day of School! Thanks to our friends for hosting a 100th day of school pancake breakfast. We look forward to it all year. 😀🥞
The BISD Parent Advisory Committee recognized the first recipients of their new Inclusion and Belonging Recognition Project. The purpose of the Inclusion & Belonging Recognition is to distinguish dedicated staff members within Branch County who go above and beyond their job responsibilities to promote inclusion within the school and classroom. 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 Eastern Star generously donated money to the Branch County Adult Education program to purchase additional books and other supplies. Thank you Eastern Star!
The BACC's Computer Networking program had a good turn out for their eSports tournament held on Saturday, January 11 - check out the photo!
BACC's Computer Networking program is hosting a Fortnite Tournament Saturday, Jan 11. Check out the flyer for more details!
Check out the smoker Keegan Krebs (L) and Andrew Norton (R) from Bronson High School made out of an old air compressor tank in the Welding Program at the BACC.
On Friday December 6th at Western Michigan University, McKenna Bowerman (L) Quincy High School and Madison Shuler (R) Coldwater High School placed first with their project "Light the Way" in the 2024 Innovation Expo The two young ladies designed a solar-powered fire hydrant pole attachment with LED lights which enhance visibility, allowing firefighters to swiftly locate hydrants. Its self-sustaining design eliminates reliance on external power, reducing maintenance needs. The LED's are activated by the Emergency Vehicle Preemption (EVP) system which is on some emergency vehicles. The ladies presented their design to a panel of judges, one person who they talked with said they wish their idea was already out there because they had a friend whose house had burned down two days earlier because firefighters couldn't locate a fire hydrant.
This was the second year in a row that McKenna has taken first in the competition. The fire hydrant they used for their prototype was provided by the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities where McKenna is doing OJT. Both ladies are in the Engineering and CAD/CAM Program at BACC and are looking at continuing their study of engineering in college.
Congratulations to BACC's Troy Setser, Welding Program Manager, for receiving Modern Woodmen of America's Hometown Hero award. Amey Little from Modern Woodmen presented Mr. Setser with his award, which is given annually to an individual who has made a significant contribution their community. Congratulations Mr. Setser and thank you Modern Woodmen of America.
Branch ISD Special Education staff receive 3 Mini-Grants made possible through funding from the Guido A. and Elizabeth H. Binda Foundation in conjunction with Barry, Branch, and Calhoun Intermediate School Districts.
*Kristy Aleman, Waldron Learning Center, $1,000.00 Enhancing Curriculum Accessibility
*Kendra Bonjernoor & Michelle Crull, Legg MS, $1,000.00 Inclusive Peer Support and Anti-
Bullying Program
*Kaileen McKinney, Max Larson, $500.00 Alternative Seating for Alternative Learning
Congratulations!
Lincoln center families had a great time at our Game Night event!
Check out the BACC's Medical Assisting program learning how to apply and remove casting!
On Saturday, November 16, the BACC's BMMT program raised funds for BPA competitions and the Humane Society by selling their custom-designed products at Longstreet Living's Open House. Students creativity and hard work was on display as they engaged with the community. Thank you Longstreet Living for having us!
