It's Kinder Round Up Time! Start to prepare for next school year and don't wait until you see the school bus go by at the beginning of the school year! Our truancy officer, Mr. Piwowar, attends kinder round ups and open houses throughout the schools and has many resources to help with great attendance or any barriers. Click here for some ideas to start to prepare for their educational journey.
Two adorable two-week-old piglets from Ms. Angela’s farm stopped by, and let’s just say… they completely stole the show.
From tiny snorts to wiggly tails, our students were all smiles getting to see, hear, and gently interact with these sweet little animals. Experiences like this bring learning to life in the best way!
And of course, we couldn’t let them leave without learning a few fun facts…
🐖 10 Fun Piglet Facts We Learned:
*Piglets can start walking just minutes after they’re born!
*They stay close to their mom and recognize her voice.
*A piglet’s little “zoomies” are called the piggy zoom (okay, we might’ve made that one up 😄).
*They use their noses to explore the world—kind of like built-in shovels!
*Piglets sleep a LOT—growing is hard work!
*Each piglet has a favorite spot when nursing and will go back to the same one every time.
*They can squeal in different ways to communicate different needs.
*Piglets love warmth and often cuddle together to stay cozy.
*Their tails wag when they’re happy—just like a puppy!
*Pigs are actually very smart animals—even as babies!
Huge thank you to Ms. Angela for sharing such a special experience with us. This was definitely a day to remember in our MOCI classroom! 💛🐷
🎬 We’re Live! 🎉
We’re excited to share the very first broadcast from our Older MoCI classroom with Ms. Angela—now available on our YouTube channel!
This project highlights the incredible work, creativity, and personality of our students as they build communication skills, confidence, and real-world experience through broadcasting. We couldn’t be more proud of their efforts and teamwork in bringing this to life!
👏 Be sure to watch, like, and celebrate their success with us:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KE9NOEaVa4
Stay tuned… this is just the beginning! 🌟
We’re proud to have members of our MISD team attending the Michigan Association of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) professional learning event, Design a Life You Love: Win at Work and Succeed at Life!
Thank you to Brooke, Becky, and Denver for representing Manistee County ISD and engaging in this valuable learning experience.
This impactful two-day event focused on helping educational leaders clarify priorities, build sustainable systems, and create a healthy balance between professional success and personal well-being.
At MISD, we are committed to continuous growth—bringing back new ideas, strategies, and tools that strengthen our work and enhance how we support students, families, and communities.
We look forward to seeing how this learning translates into meaningful impact across our district! 💡
#MISD #ProfessionalLearning #MAASE #Leadership #ContinuousImprovement
We want to take a moment to celebrate and sincerely thank our incredible Occupational Therapists for the vital work they do each and every day. Your dedication, creativity, and compassion make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
From supporting fine motor skills and sensory needs to helping students build independence and confidence, your impact goes far beyond the classroom. We are grateful for the way you collaborate with our staff, connect with our students, and help create meaningful opportunities for success.
Thank you for all that you do—you are truly appreciated! 💙
Families will learn how transition planning helps prepare young adults for life after high school, including planning for employment, education or training, independent living skills, and community participation. They will also gain a better understanding of the IEP transition plan and how schools support students while having the opportunity to meet representatives from local community agencies, learn about available services, and explore ways to connect supports with adult programs and resources.
Attendees will gain information on/about ...
✔️ What Transition Planning means for Michigan students (16-26 years old) with an IEP
✔️ Understanding the Transition Section of the IEP
✔️ How to connect with local agencies supporting young adults with disabilities
✔️ Information about services, eligibility, and application steps for community supports
The Manistee ISD Board Meeting that was rescheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. Thank you for your understanding.
Our students (and staff!) are sporting some seriously stylish mustaches today!
It wasn’t just about the ‘staches—it was about having fun, learning together, and celebrating creativity and self-expression in our classroom community. Who wore it best? Check out their amazing looks and share in the fun! 😎✨
#ManisteeISD #mustacheday #learningtogether #specialeducation
Our seasonal wellness challenges offer any school employee the opportunity to learn about and practice various strategies to strengthen their mental, emotional, physical, and social wellness.
The Spring Wellness Challenge will be open for registration after spring break.
Members of our administration and special education team are attending the Michigan Assoc. of Administrators of Special Education (MAASE) Hot Topics in Special Education Law event today! 💼📘
Staying up to date on special education law and policy is essential to the work we do every day. Events like this help ensure we remain informed, proactive, and aligned with current legal guidance and best practices—so we can continue making thoughtful, student-centered decisions and support our educators with confidence.
We’re grateful for opportunities like this to stay on top of evolving special education matters and bring that knowledge back to better serve our students, families, and school communities.
#ProfessionalLearning #SpecialEducation #MAASE #ContinuousImprovement
The Snack Shack is officially open in the lobby of the West Shore Community College / Michigan Works building on River Street in Manistee!
The Snack Shack is a student-run initiative of the Manistee ISD Older- MOCI's TCLE Transition Program, which supports young adults ages 18–26 with moderate cognitive impairments as they prepare for life after high school. Through hands-on, real-world experiences, students are building skills in communication, independent living, and workplace readiness — all while connecting with our community.
Every purchase helps our students practice customer service, money skills, teamwork, and responsibility. Our students, along with their Community Coach, will be taking inventory and restocking weekly to keep your favorite snacks coming!
🙌 A HUGE thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping make this possible:
Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce, West Shore Community College, Munson Healthcare, and West Shore Bank!!
🧾 Self-service / Cashless purchase system
We accept credit and debit cards only via a quick and easy QR code using Square.
If you’re in the building, swing by, grab a snack, and help support our students as they gain confidence, independence, and real-world job skills. Your support truly helps open doors to belonging and lifelong success. 💙
#SnackShack #ManisteeISD #MOCITransitionProgram #InclusionInAction #SupportLocalStudents #Manistee
