Mark your calendar! Martin G. Atkins Elementary FALL 2025 Parent-Teacher Conferences are next week, Thursday, October 23, from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm. This is a perfect opportunity to meet with your child's teacher and explore our Curriculum Resources.
We'll also have Cider & Donuts available! Come see us!
11 days ago, Liz Merrihew
Promotional flyer for the Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District's Martin G. Atkins Elementary (a Title I School) FALL 2025 Parent-Teacher Conferences. The event is on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Parents are encouraged to "Come See Us!" to meet with their child's teacher, view Curriculum Resources, and enjoy Cider & Donuts. The school's motto "No Barriers... Just Possibilities" and the website www.gobearcats.net are also featured.
McDonald’s of Michigan has chosen to support Bridgeport High School Athletics!
On Tuesday, October 21, 2025-20% of all Mobile Order Sales (MUST USE THE APP and order from the Dixie Hwy Bridgeport location) will be donated to support Bridgeport Athletics.
10 days ago, Liz Merrihew
McDonald's digital fundraiser poster: "High School Sports Digital Fundraiser" on Tuesday, October 21. 20% of all Mobile Order & Pay sales in the McDonald's App will be donated to Michigan High School Sports Programs. Support Bridgeport High School Sports by selecting the 6331 Dixie Hwy McDonald's.
Our 4th graders are raising money for their awesome adventures outside the classroom, and we need your help!

You can support them and snag a super soft blanket in the process. Choose from two great designs:

Design 1 (Large 50" x 60") for just $25

Design 2 (Extra Large 60" x 70") for only $35

All orders and payments (Money Order or Cashiers Checks, cash accepted at school offices) are due on November 26, 2025.

Check out the flyer for payment details and designs! Thank you for supporting our students!
11 days ago, Liz Merrihew
Alt text: **A yellow and orange gradient flyer titled "Cozy Up for a Cause!" promoting a blanket fundraiser to support 4th graders' adventures outside the classroom.** Two blanket designs are shown. **Design 1**, featuring a red and yellow wildcat paw print with the text "BEARCATS" and "NO BARRIERS, JUST POSSIBILITIES" is a **Large Blanket (50" x 60") for \$25 each**. **Design 2**, featuring a red, yellow, and orange design with a fierce wildcat head and the text "BRIDGEPORT" and "BEARCATS," is an **Extra Large Blanket (60" x 70") for \$35 each**. Payments are due at the time of order, payable to **Bridgeport Spaulding Community Schools** by Money Order or Cashiers Checks, with **cash only accepted at school offices**. The deadline for **Orders is Due: November 26, 2025**.
Hey Bearcat Parents🐾 Looking for a way to get involved? 🐾
Join us for the next Bearcat PTO Meetings!
📆 Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
🏫 Martin G. Atkins Elementary & Middle School
Room: 300
⏰ 5:30pm
We can't wait to see you there!
14 days ago, Liz Merrihew
Poster for the Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District Bearcat PTO Meeting Schedule 2025. It lists meeting dates as Wednesday, November 12, 2025 and Wednesday, December 10, 2025, both at 5:30 pm at Martin G. Atkins Elementary & Middle School. The design features a large Bearcat paw print, the text "Bearcat PTO," and a small calendar icon.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION: What Families Need to Know About Michigan’s Safe Firearm Storage Law
27 days ago, Liz Merrihew
Official letter dated September 30, 2025, from Mark A. Whelton, Superintendent of Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District, to Parents and Caregivers. The letter discusses the safety and well-being of students, references Michigan's **"Safe Storage Laws"** (MCL 28.429, 380.1313a, and 380.1313b), and provides links to resources on secure firearm storage and contact information for the Michigan Department of Education.
Community Information graphic from **Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District**. The image features a large central icon of a **gold locked padlock** on a red background, symbolizing security and safety. The graphic also displays the logos for the **Michigan Department of Education** and the **Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS)**. The district's slogan, **"No Barriers...Just Possibilities,"** is written at the bottom.

Join us for our Second Annual Holiday Bazaar & Craft Show! Get a head start on your holiday shopping with unique handmade crafts, gifts, and more.
🗓️ Saturday, December 6, 2025
⏰ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 4691 Bearcat Blvd, Bridgeport, MI
💲 Free Admission!
about 1 month ago, Liz Merrihew
A digital flyer for the "Second Annual Holiday Bazaar & Craft Show" on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The event runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with free admission. The location is 4691 Bearcat Blvd, Bridgeport, MI 48722. It is hosted by the BHS Parent Teacher Organization. The flyer has a light blue background with a white, wintry design featuring snowflakes and blue and white branches with red berries.
Join us for a day of discovery and fun at our Touch-a-Truck Safety Day! On Thursday, September 25, from 1-3 PM at Martin G. Atkins Elementary, we're bringing our community together to celebrate safety and learning.

Kids can explore a variety of vehicles and meet the people who operate them, while families can connect with valuable curriculum and community resources.

about 1 month ago, Liz Merrihew
A promotional flyer for a "Touch-a-Truck Safety Day" event. The flyer has a dark red background with large, friendly-looking cartoon illustrations of different vehicles. At the top, the text "BRIDGEPORT SPAULDING COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT" is followed by the main title "TOUCH-a-TRUCK Safety Day" in large, bold, black and yellow letters, with a cartoon fire truck beside it. Below that, the text reads "Martin G. Atkins Elementary" in large red letters, with a smaller note underneath that says "Martin G. Atkins is a Title I School." The event details are listed next: "Thursday, September 25, 2025" and "1:00pm–3:00pm." The phrase "Free Family Fun!" is prominently displayed in a large, playful font. Two bullet points follow: "Curriculum Resources" and "Community Resources." At the bottom of the flyer, there are four more cartoon vehicles: an ambulance, a police car, a helicopter, and a dump truck. The flyer's motto is at the very bottom: "No Barriers...Just Possibilities." Below this are the website "www.gobearcats.net" and a QR code.
Hey Mountain Mover! Join Girls on the Run
Discovering their "I Can!" power, managing tough emotions, and conquering challenges with the support of their team! Girls on the Run! helps girls build the confidence to achieve their goals and become mountain movers.

Register now: www.gotrgreatlakesbay.org

Have questions? Contact jennifer.naegele@girlsontherun.org or haynesc@gobearcats.net
2 months ago, Liz Merrihew
A motivational flyer for a youth running program called Girls on the Run. The title "Hello, MOUNTAIN MOVER!" is written in large letters. The flyer highlights how girls will build confidence and learn powerful tools to tackle challenges alongside their team. It lists four skills girls learn: "Discover their I Can! Power — the power to do hard things," "Manage and move through difficult emotions," "Use stick-with-it strategies to help them overcome obstacles," and "Proudly breathe, believe, and achieve their goals." The flyer also includes three photos: a girl running with her arms out, a close-up of a girl reading with an adult, and two different group photos of girls with coaches.
Get ready, Bearcat fans! This Thursday, August 28, is T-Mobile Night at Bearcat Stadium.
The Bridgeport Bearcats take the field for their season opener vs. The Caro Tigers.
The first 50 admissions receive a FREE Bearcat t-shirt!
Students wearing their Bearcat gear get FREE admission to the game!
Show your school spirit! We're in it to win it!
No Barriers...Just Possibilities
#FN5GL#sweepstakes
2 months ago, Liz Merrihew
A vibrant poster promoting a "Friday Night 5G Lights Football" game between the Bridgeport Bearcats and the Caro Tigers. The event, sponsored by T-Mobile, is scheduled for Thursday, August 28, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Bearcat Stadium. The poster features a dark background with pink speckles and an image of two football teams facing each other on the field. Key promotional details are highlighted, including: "1st 50 admissions gets a FREE Bearcat t-shirt" and "Students wear your Bearcat Gear for FREE admission to the game." The prominent slogan "We're in it to win it" is displayed in large, bold pink and white lettering across the center. A QR code for GoFan is visible in the bottom left corner, and the bottom of the poster reads "No Barriers...Just Possibilities" and the website "www.gobearcats.net".
Please see the attached for grade-specific supplies and a list of classroom donation requests. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 989-777-1600.
2 months ago, Liz Merrihew
A school supply list from Martin G. Atkins Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year. The list is presented in a grid format, showing which supplies are needed for students in second, third, fourth, and fifth grade. The supplies include headphones, pencils, glue sticks, erasers, composition notebooks, scissors, a pencil case or pouch, dry erase markers, crayons, colored pencils, markers, sticky notes, highlighters, and sidewalk chalk. The list notes that due to limited storage, teachers will store extra supplies, and items should not be labeled with individual names. Below the chart, there is a list of optional items for donation, including hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, gallon-size Ziploc bags, tissues, and baby wipes. The bottom of the flyer includes a message from the school stating that all students will have the same opportunities and supplies regardless of donations and provides a phone number for assistance. The school's motto, "No Barriers...Just Possibilities," and a QR code are also at the bottom. The entire page has a decorative border of various school supplies.
It's Back to School Time Bearcats! Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District is hosting a Back to School Open House on August 27, 2025, from 4:00-7:00 PM. Bring the whole family for fun activities across the district, meet your teachers, and get ready for a great school year! School starts on September 2, 2025.
2 months ago, Liz Merrihew
Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District "Back to School Open House" flyer. The event is on August 27, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Bridgeport High School, Thomas White Elementary, and Martin G. Atkins Elementary & Middle School will participate. Activities include meet-and-greets with teachers, orientation, food trucks, popcorn, slushies, and community resources. The flyer also notes that school starts on September 2, 2025.
Get ready for the 2025-2026 school year!
🗓️ Important Dates: Mark your calendars for all the key events, including the First Day of School-September 2, 2025
⏰ Daily Schedules: Check out the bell times for each school to ensure everyone is on time, every time!
3 months ago, Liz Merrihew
A flyer from the Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District titled "Important Dates 2025-2026." The flyer lists key dates for the school year in a grid format. The dates are: First Day of School, September 2; Last Day of School, June 11; Thanksgiving Break (No School), November 27-30; Christmas Break (No School), December 22-January 4; Spring Break (No School), March 30-April 6; other No School days are November 4, January 19, February 23, and May 22-25; 1/2 Days are September 25, October 23, November 26, January 23, February 12, and May 7; Homecoming is October 3; Back to School Open House is August 27; and Graduation is June 4. The bottom of the flyer has the slogan "No Barriers...Just Possibilities" and the website address "www.gobearcats.net".
A flyer from the Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District titled "Daily Schedules." The flyer lists the start and end times for the different schools in the district. Bridgeport High School (grades 9-12) runs from 7:50 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Martin G. Atkins Middle School (grades 6-8) runs from 7:35 a.m. to 2:27 p.m. Martin G. Atkins Elementary (grades 2-5) runs from 8:40 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. Thomas White Elementary (grades PreK-1) runs from 8:45 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. At the bottom, there is a graphic of a red alarm clock, the slogan "No Barriers...Just Possibilities," and the website address "www.gobearcats.net."
The Birch Run Premium Outlets School Supply Drive is ON for July 1-31! Help local students get ready for school by donating new supplies.
Drop-off points: Old Navy, Hometown Hustle, Columbia.
Wish list includes: Backpacks, Notebooks & Folders, Pencils, Pens & Markers, Crayons & Colored Pencils, Glue Sticks, Scissors & Rulers, Pencil Pouches & Sharpeners, Travel Tissues & Hand Sanitizer, New Socks & Shoes.
Let's stock their backpacks and minds! at Birch Run Premium Outlets
4 months ago, Liz Merrihew
A poster with a red background on the top half and a white background on the bottom half. The red half is filled with various school supplies like colorful pencils, pens, notebooks, binders, scissors, paper clips, erasers, and paint pots. The white half has the text "SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE JULY 1-31" in large, bold letters. Below that, it says "Help us support local students by donating new school supplies. Drop-off Locations: Old Navy, Hometown Hustle, Columbia". Further down, it lists a "SUPPLY WISH LIST" with bullet points: Backpacks, Notebooks & Folders, Pencils, Pens & Markers, Crayons & Colored Pencils, Glue Sticks, Scissors & Rulers, Pencil Pouches & Sharpeners, Travel Tissues & Hand Sanitizer, and New Socks & Shoes. In the bottom right corner, there are three yellow outlined stars.
Fuel your summer with free, healthy meals!
5 months ago, Liz Merrihew
The left side features large orange text "MEET UP and EAT UP" with a sandwich in the background. The right side has blue text "Healthy food to fuel your summer. Free!" Below it, "Served at: Bridgeport High School Cafeteria, 4691 Bearcat Blvd, Bridgeport, MI 48722". Contact information: "FOR MORE INFO CALL: SHANNON SINGLETON 989-777-7018". Dates and times: "Monday - Thursday, June 17th - July 24th, B: 8:15-9AM, L: 10:50AM-11:30AM". The bottom includes USDA non-discrimination statement and logos for UDM, No Kid Hungry, and United Way.
The left side features large orange text "MEET UP and EAT UP" with a sandwich in the background. The right side has blue text "Healthy food to fuel your summer. Free!" Below it, "Served at: Bridgeport Middle / Atkins Ele School, 3675 Southfield Dr, Saginaw, MI 48601". Contact information: "FOR MORE INFO CALL: SHANNON SINGLETON 989-777-7018". Dates and times: "June 18th - June 27th, August 4th - 7th, August 11th - 14th, B: 8:15AM - 9AM, L: 11:30AM - 12PM". The bottom includes USDA non-discrimination statement and logos for UDM, No Kid Hungry, and United Way.
Get ready to step up! Join us for our Ice Cream Social on Thursday, June 5th, 2025 from 5:30-6:30 PM at Martin G. Atkins Elementary. Meet your new teacher, explore your next classroom, and enjoy some FREE ice cream! 🍦 We'll also have summer resources and recreational activities.
5 months ago, Liz Merrihew
An invitation for a "Step Up Day" Ice Cream Social, featuring a colorful ice cream cart with a striped canopy. The text says "Join Us! Ice Cream Social" and lists the details: "Thursday, June 5, 2025, 5:30-6:30pm, Martin G. Atkins Elementary." Below the cart, it mentions "Meet Next Year's Teacher!!" and "Visit Next Year's Classroom!!" It also states "FREE! Summer Resources & Recreational Activities." The bottom of the invitation includes "Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District" and a motto "No Barriers...Just Possibilities" with a QR code and a web address.
Bridgeport Community Night at Bavarian Blast Waterpark
6 months ago, Liz Merrihew
An indigo blue flyer announces "Bridgeport Community Night at: Michigan's Biggest Indoor Waterpark & Family Fun Center." The top right features the logo for Bavarian Blast Waterpark, depicting a green cartoon alligator wearing a Bavarian hat and suspenders. The event is scheduled for "Monday, June 9." Below, it details "Discounted Blast Passes:" "$35 Full Day Pass" "or $25 Half Day Pass (4 - 8 PM)" A note states, "Must show ID to verify community address when picking up passes." and "*This is not a school sponsored event." To the right, a black and white QR code is displayed with the text "Get Your Passes Here!". At the bottom of the flyer, the address "700 Weiss St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734" and phone number "(989) 652-7200" are listed.
Enroll Now for the 2025-2026 School Year. School of Choice Registration is open May 12-June 13, 2026. Visit www.gobearcats.net for more information.
6 months ago, Liz Merrihew
Two smiling young students, one girl with long dark hair wearing a red Spider-Man shirt and holding a yellow object to her ear, and one boy with short dark hair wearing a black shirt and holding a yellow object to his ear, are featured against a vibrant red background with radiating lines. The text "Did you hear the news?" appears at the top, followed by "Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District ENROLLMENT for the 2025-2026 school year NOW OPEN!" The Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District logo is visible in the lower left corner, and a QR code is in the lower right. Text at the bottom reads "No Barriers...Just Possibilities" and includes the website "www.gobearcats.net". Additional text on the right side states "School of Choice Registration Open May 12-June 13, 2025".
Bring your favorite blanket & join us for a Family Reading Campout! May 15, 2025 5:30pm-6:30pm Atkins Elementary & Middle School
6 months ago, Liz Merrihew
A flyer announcing a "Family Reading Campout" hosted by the Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District at Martin G. Atkins Elementary on May 15, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. The flyer features a dark blue, starry night sky background with silhouetted pine trees along the bottom. The words "Family" in large red script and "READING Campout" in smaller yellow text on a red banner are prominently displayed at the top. Below this, the event details are provided in white text. A cartoon illustration shows a red bear wearing a red and white plaid shirt sitting on a log, roasting a marshmallow over a bright orange campfire. To the right of the campfire is a yellow and red tent. In the upper left corner, there is a stack of colorful books with the words "TITLE I FUNDED" above them. A logo with a stylized red "B" inside a yellow hexagon is located in the upper right corner. At the bottom of the flyer, in green text, is an invitation: "Bring your favorite blanket & join us for a Family Reading Campout! CAMP MEAL BOOKS *FLASHLIGHTS, *BOOKMARKS *S'MORES No Barriers...Just Possibilities www.gobearcats.net"
Did you hear the news? Preschool Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is NOW OPEN!
6 months ago, Liz Merrihew
Two smiling young children, a girl and a boy, are pretending to talk on banana phones in a brightly colored announcement for Thomas White Elementary Preschool Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year. The girl on the left wears a red shirt with a superhero design, and the boy on the right wears a black shirt. They are seated at tables, seemingly in a school cafeteria setting, with lunch trays in front of them. The text "Did you hear the news?" appears prominently at the top in red. Below the children, large white cursive text reads "Thomas White Elementary Preschool Enrollment" followed by "for 2025-2026 school year NOW OPEN!" in a mix of red and white bold fonts. A curved arrow points from the text "Have a 4 year old turning 5 before 9/1/2025?" to the website "miearlychildhood.org". Contact information for Emily Radewahn, Principal & Preschool Director, including her email and phone number, is also provided. The Thomas White Elementary logo is in the bottom left corner, and a QR code is in the bottom right. The tagline "No Barriers...Just Possibilities" and the school's website "www.gobearcats.net" are at the bottom. The overall design is eye-catching and aims to attract parents to enroll their children in the preschool program.
Join us for the 8th Annual Bridgeport Athletics Golf Outing. Become a sponsor or register your team today. June 7, 2025 Green Acres Golf Course
6 months ago, Liz Merrihew
Sponsorship flyer for the Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District Athletics Golf Outing on June 7th at Green Acres Golf Course. Features a cartoon bobcat golfer and information on sponsorship levels, raffle donations, and registration.