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St. Clair County RESA toured Woodland Developmental Center during their June meeting, which was held at the school due to renovations at our Administration Building. The visit offered the opportunity to visit Woodland's classrooms and learning spaces while gaining a deeper understanding of the building's ongoing needs. Along the way, board members enjoyed seeing student artwork displayed throughout the building. As Woodland prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary this fall, visits like these help keep our board connected to the spaces that have supported generations of students. #WeAreSCCRESA
24 days ago, St. Clair County RESA
SCCRESA staff and board of education members stand in the hallway during a tour of Woodland Developmental Center
A close up of student self portraits
SCCRESA staff and board members stand in a classroom during a visit to Woodland Developmental Center
Artwork is displayed in the hallway of Woodland Developmental Center
SCCRESA staff and board members view student artwork in the hallway of Woodland Developmental Center
JOB POSTING: We're looking for an Assistant Director for Instructional Services-CTE to join our #WeAreSCCRESA team at St. Clair County TEC, supporting classroom instruction and student achievement across our CTE programs and partner districts. This leadership role works closely with instructors to strengthen teaching and learning, support curriculum development, and plan and deliver professional learning opportunities.

View full job description and apply online at: Apply online: https://sccresa.schoolspring.com/
Application deadline: July 6, 2026
25 days ago, St. Clair County RESA
RESA logo with text reading, "We're hiring: Assistant Director for Instructional Services-CTE, St. Clair County TEC. Support innovative instruction, strengthen CTE programs, and help prepare students for success in high-demand careers. Apply at www.sccresa.org"
Congratulations to the nine students celebrated at Woodland Developmental Center's Completion Ceremony on June 17! Families, staff, and students gathered to honor Camryn, Joshua, Tyrique, Jenea, Adam, Trevor, Max, Joya, and Dominic. The ceremony included a processional, the presentation of certificates, heartfelt tributes from staff, and special musical performances by the Woodland Choir, including a duet featuring completer Camryn and a fellow student, as well as a solo by Tyrique. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and wish them the best as they enter a new chapter. #WeAreSCCRESA
25 days ago, St. Clair County RESA
Woodland's nine completers wearing graduation caps and gowns sit in chairs on a dais in the school gym with a banner in the background reading, "COngrats Program Completers
A Woodland staff member delivers a speech as they stand at a lectern
The Woodland Choir, dressed in all black, sings under the direction of Alan Demski
Two Woodland students standing in front of microphones sing a duet
A completer is congratulated by their family after the Completion Ceremony
Smiling completers Camryn and Tyrique wearing graduation caps and gowns hold certificates
Completer Tyrique stands at a microphone while singing a solo during the Completion Ceremony
A completer is presented with a certificate during the Completion Ceremony
Families enjoyed a special playgroup at the Marysville Park on June 17, thanks to a partnership between our Early Childhood Services team and PBS. Tara from PBS joined the playgroup with support from the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, bringing books, family resources, and fun giveaways for children and caregivers. The visit was part of an effort to build connections with families across Southeast Michigan and expand access to early learning opportunities beyond the metro Detroit area.

Thank you to PBS and the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan for helping create meaningful opportunities for families to play, learn, and connect. #WeAreSCCRESA
26 days ago, St. Clair County RESA
Tara from PBS holds a picture book in front of two children
A young child holds noisemakers with their arms in the air
Caregivers and children sit on a rug at Marsyville Park
A young child smiles while holding a noisemaker
A young child sits on their parent's lap during the PBS-sponsored playgroup
Adults and children sit on the group clapping their hands
Early Childhood Services Director Becky Gorinac and Tara from PBS pose behind a table full of books and giveaways
RESA's Jennifer Gunderson sits on a colorful blanket and engages in a letter activity with a child
A young child holding noisemakers points to their ears
Adults and children engaged in an activity during the PBS-sponsored activity
We're looking for a Cybersecurity Instructor to join our #WeAreSCCRESA team at St. Clair County TEC. In this role, you will prepare high school students for post-secondary education, industry certifications, and careers in the fast-growing fields of information technology and cybersecurity.

Qualifications:
• The ideal candidate will possess a Michigan secondary CTE teaching certificate in 11.0901 Computer Systems, Networking, and Telecommunications.
• Two or more years (4,000 hours) of recent relevant work experience. If not already certified, must begin a CTE teacher-training program within the first 3 years of employment.

Apply online: https://sccresa.schoolspring.com/ See less
26 days ago, St. Clair County RESA
TEC Cybersecurity Instructor posting
Today is Juneteenth Freedom Day, which commemorates June 19, 1865, the day enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. At #WeAreSCCRESA, we believe learning about our shared history helps students better understand the world around them and one another.

To learn more about Juneteenth, visit the National Museum of African American History & Culture's website:
https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/moments/juneteenth
30 days ago, St. Clair County RESA
Illustration of three colorful hands with a heart in the palm reaching upward with text that reads, "Juneteenth Freedom Day, June 19."
CALENDAR REMINDER: Woodland Developmental Center will be closed from June 22 to July 3 for a scheduled break. Wishing our families and staff a great break! #WeAreSCCRESA
30 days ago, St. Clair County RESA
Calendar illustration with text reading, "2025-2026 school year. June 22 to July 3. No school for Woodland Developmental Center."
Students at Woodland Developmental Center enjoyed an afternoon in the sun with a game of kickball during last week’s Summer Sports and Games Club. Activities like this give students the chance to have fun outdoors with their peers while also building teamwork, coordination, and communication skills. #WeAreSCCRESA
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Woodland students and staff pose outside during the after-school sports and games club
A Woodland staff member tosses a basketball to a students who outstretched hands
A Woodland staff member high-fives a student as another staff member looks on
A Woodland staff member high-fives a student as other students look on
A smiling Woodland student runs toward a yellow dot on the ground that a staff member points at
A staff member holds a student's hands as they walk toward a yellow dot on the ground. Another staff member watches.
Two staff members walk next to a student holding a basketball
A Woodland staff member high fives a student

More than 350 children, parents, grandparents, and caregivers joined us on June 6 for Celebrate Your Child Literacy Day, a morning of stories, laughter, learning, and family fun. Families enjoyed hands-on literacy activities, explored the St. Clair County Library System Bookmobile, connected with community partners, and discovered simple ways to support early literacy and learning at home. We were also excited to welcome representatives from MiLEAP to help us share the importance of reading and school readiness.

One of the highlights of the day? A special visit from Bluey! While we can't officially confirm who was in the costume, rumor has it that our very own Superintendent, Brenda Tenniswood, stepped in when Bluey had another commitment. The story quickly became a favorite among staff and guests, including our visitors from MiLEAP, and it perfectly captures our #WeAreSCCREA team's willingness to do whatever it takes to create memorable experiences for children and families.

#CelebrateYourChildLiteracyDay #EarlyLiteracy #FamilyEngagement

about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Adults and young children stand around a table participating in a seed planting activity. Groups of people can be seen in the background.
Adults and children stand around a table with Play-Doh and cutout and rolling tools. A sign reads, "Let's talk about letters."
Back view of a toddler sitting on an adult's lap while another adult turns the pages of a board book.
A family walks the trails at the nature center. A toddler sits on the shoulders of a man.
An adult leads children sitting on a blanket in the grass through a musical activity.
Bluey poses with MiLEAP representatives and RESA's Director of Early Childhood Services.
Young children sit at a table coloring
Four smiling St. Clair County Library staff members pose in front of the Bookmobile.
Young children sit at a table painting

There were lots of smiles, laughter, happy tears, and applause last week as families, friends, and faculty came together to celebrate this year’s Next STEP Transition Program completers. The special ceremony honored an amazing group of young adults whose hard work, growth, and accomplishments have prepared them for exciting new opportunities ahead. Throughout their time in the program, students worked hard to build employment and other skills while creating post-secondary plans that aligned with their individual interests, strengths, and goals.

We are incredibly proud of each student and look forward to seeing all they achieve in the future. Congratulations!

about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
The Next Step completers sit in a row during the completion ceremony. Some with hands in the air, other clapping, and others wipe tears from their eyes.
A Next Step student hugs another student who is wiping tear from his eyes, as a third student, smiling, looks on
A Next Step student smiles at his family as he walks to accept his completion ceremony.
Next Step staff present a student with their completion certificate
A family member wipes tears from their eyes during the Next Step completion ceremony
A Next Step staff member shakes hands with a student during the completion ceremony
A Next Step student smiles as they receive their completion sertificate
A staff member hugs a student during Next Step's completion ceremony
Family members and staff clap during the Next Step completion ceremony
St. Clair County TEC students Michael Carrier and Blake Duvall, both in Metal Machining Technology, and Rori Cowhy, in Welding, recently traveled to Atlanta to compete at the 2026 National SkillsUSA Leadership & Skills Conference. While they didn't bring home medals, competing at the national level is a huge achievement, and we couldn't be more proud of them! We also want to congratulate TEC alumnus Lucas Bauman, a former Metal Machining student who now attends SC4. Competing in the postsecondary division, Lucas earned an impressive ninth-place finish in the nation. #WeAreSCCRESA
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
TEC students and SC4 students stand in front of an illuminated SkillsUSA background.
Rori Cowhy poses while holding her welding sculpture
Today is Flag Day, which commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. You can learn more about the history of Flag Day by visiting the Library of Congress website at: https://www.loc.gov/item/today-in-history/june-14/
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Illustration of an American flag with text reading, "Flag Day, June 14."
As we close the 2025-2026 school year, we extend our heartfelt thanks to every member of the #WeAreSCCRESA team. Each of our teachers, paraprofessionals, teacher aides, office professionals, custodians, maintenance staff, food service workers, administrators, and countless others plays an important role in supporting students, families, and schools across the county. Happy summer!
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
RESA logo with text reading, "Thank you for an amazing 2025-2026 school year!"
St. Clair County families can find meals for children and teens at several school locations throughout the county. Meal service dates and hours vary by location, with many sites offering breakfast and lunch. The program is open to all children 18 and under. For a list of locations in St. Clair County, visit https://www.mcgi.state.mi.us/schoolnutrition/ or download a list at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sq2ALNIo4tYBfBnZP7ZmyLvRQBx4rhZN/view?usp=sharing
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Child taking a big bite of a sandwich with text overlay reading, "Meet Up and Eat Up at school sites throughout St. Clair County,"
Join our team! We have openings in buildings and departments throughout our district. Visit the RESA Employment page at https://sccresa.schoolspring.com/ to view postings and job descriptions.
#WeAreSCCRESA #nowhiring #employmentopportunities
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
June 2026 job openings at St. Clair County RESA
Thanks to a generous $11,000 grant from the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, the Pine River Nature Center has a new crew-style vehicle that will help make outdoor experiences more accessible for visitors and students. The vehicle will support Woodland Developmental Center's Can-Do Crew during their work-based learning experiences at the nature center, assisting with trail maintenance, weed pulling, and lodge cleaning. Thank you to the Community Foundation for investing in our community and for opportunities that connect students to the outdoors and hands-on learning. #EnvironmentalEducation #WeAreSCCRESA
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Sarah Nelson and Monique Werner pose with the new Polaris Ranger Crew 4x4 at the entrance of the Pine River Nature Center.
Woodland's Can-Do crew sit on the Polaris vehicle in front of the Pine River Nature Center lodge.
Woodland's Can-Do Crew sit in the new Polaris vehicle waving at the camera. The PRNC sign is visible in the background.
We’re pleased to introduce Kelly Bennett, our new Executive Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent. Transitioning from within the #WeAreSCCRESA family as a former Career & Technical Middle College (CTMC) Advisor with St. Clair County TEC, Kelly will be training in her new role under Kris Murphy, who will be retiring from the position at the end of August. Please help us give Kelly a warm welcome in the comments!
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Kelly Bennett Spotlight
Lesley Murphy, St. Clair County RESA's Director of Career and Technical Education and Principal of St. Clair County TEC, recently joined WJR Radio's School Talks to share insights about CTE, student opportunities, and the impact of work-based learning. The episode is now available on podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Thank you to WJR for highlighting the great work happening in St. Clair County! #CTE #WeAreSCCRESA
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Lesley Murphy standing in the lobby of the WJR lobby
Please join us in recognizing Lane, a St. Clair County TEC Counselor, on his upcoming retirement. Throughout his 29 years with RESA, Lane has shown an unwavering commitment to students and their success. We are grateful for his dedicated service and wish him all the best in the years ahead! Help us congratulate him in the comments. #WeAreSCCRESA
about 1 month ago, St. Clair County RESA
Lane Robinson Spotlight
Meet Blue Water College Access Network college adviser Lindsey Strozeski. Lindsey can help Memphis Jr/Sr High School students with college searches, essay writing, SAT/ACT prep, college applications, FAFSA completion, scholarship searches, college visits, and successfully transitioning to post-secondary education, including four-year or two-year institutions and trade or technical schools. Visit the BWCAN website to learn more: https://www.bwcan.org/ #BlueWaterCAN #CollegeAdvisor #CareerandCollegeReadiness #WeAreSCCRESA
about 2 months ago, St. Clair County RESA
BWCAN College Advisor Lindsey Strozeski