🧠 Learning Happens Every Day 🧠
Each day brings new skills and chances to grow. Consistent attendance keeps your child on track. Share any barriers. We will problem solve with you.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Each day brings new skills and chances to grow. Consistent attendance keeps your child on track. Share any barriers. We will problem solve with you.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.

Come on out and support an important cause and watch some Panther Basketball for both our boys and girls basketball teams on January 9 for a triple header at SSC!

All SSC Athletic Events -Boys Basketball at SSC , Coed Wrestling at Bay City Central, MS Girls Basketball-all practices, & all workouts are cancelled for tonight. The Basketball game is rescheduled for 12/15/25 at SSC.
Please be safe!
Go Panthers
SSC Athletic Department
December 10, 2025

Coming Home Week December 8th-12th Dress up Days

🎄 Keep Routines Through the Holidays 🎄
Busy schedules do not have to mean missed learning. Keep bedtime, wake time, and morning plans steady. If you expect travel, tell us so we can support.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Busy schedules do not have to mean missed learning. Keep bedtime, wake time, and morning plans steady. If you expect travel, tell us so we can support.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.

🚌 Attendance Builds Belonging 🚌
Regular attendance helps students feel connected to classmates and school. Every day is a chance to grow friendships and be seen. Tell us how we can support consistent routines.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Regular attendance helps students feel connected to classmates and school. Every day is a chance to grow friendships and be seen. Tell us how we can support consistent routines.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.

Congrats to 8 of our HS Band members who were selected to perform in the U of M-Flint Honor Band this past weekend!
Delainey Allison, Brooke Badgerow, Khloe Berthiaume, Nevaeh Brandon, Emma Gradowski, Nick Joslin, Isabella Kinsey, and Aanya Sweet,

Attention all boys or girls that participated in a fall sport. Varsity swim will have its first practice Monday November 24th right after school at the high school pool. If anyone is interested please message Coach Mady at 989-213-7300. No experience is required, hope to see you there!
Latest coin war standings:
1st- Juniors
2nd- Sophomores
3rd- 7th grade
4th- Seniors
5th- Freshmen
6th- 8th grade
1st- Juniors
2nd- Sophomores
3rd- 7th grade
4th- Seniors
5th- Freshmen
6th- 8th grade
Coin War so far:
1st-Seniors 2nd-Juniors. 3rd-8th Grade 4th-7th Grade 5th-Sophomores 6th-Freshmen

🌞 Mornings Matter 🌞
A strong day starts with showing up. Daily attendance builds confidence, friendships, and focus. Share your morning hurdles. We will problem-solve with you.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
A strong day starts with showing up. Daily attendance builds confidence, friendships, and focus. Share your morning hurdles. We will problem-solve with you.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.

🎒 Small Steps, Big Results 🎒
Packing the backpack tonight, setting a calm bedtime, and planning the morning helps your child arrive ready to learn. Tell us what would make routines easier. We will help.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Packing the backpack tonight, setting a calm bedtime, and planning the morning helps your child arrive ready to learn. Tell us what would make routines easier. We will help.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.

On Sunday November 2, the High School Marching Band attended U of M's Band-O-Rama concert in Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor.
The students got to watch Michigan's Concert Band, Symphony Band and their Marching Band, with surprise guest Chad Smith, from the Red Hot Chili Peppers!




Congrats!!

Our SSC students play an essential role in the success of Red Ribbon Week by actively championing its core message: living drug-free lives. Their support transforms the week from a simple observance into a powerful, peer-driven movement. By participating in our dress-up days this week, students demonstrate leadership and create a culture of positive decision-making within our schools and community.

Congratulations to Christina Pake for finishing 11th today at Cross Country Regionals and qualifying for the State Finals!

REED CITY 52, STANDISH-STERLING 15
Standish-Sterling closed out a challenging campaign with another tough setback, falling to Reed City 52-15.
The Panthers (1-8) trailed 38-0 by halftime in the non-league tilt.
Rylee Blanchard and Noah Gratopp scoring rushing touchdowns in the second half for Standish. Joel Bellor passed for 80 yards and Malachi Schaenzer rushed for 61 yards on four carries.
Congratulations Coach Wade!

🤧 Healthy Habits, Ready to Learn 🤧
Wash hands, eat well, stay active, and drink water. If your child is ill, let us know. We will coordinate make-up work and support a smooth return.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Wash hands, eat well, stay active, and drink water. If your child is ill, let us know. We will coordinate make-up work and support a smooth return.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.

