Congratulations to the three communities who piloted the Michigan Scholars initiative during the 2004-2005 school year.

	Howell Public Schools
Lansing School District		Saginaw Public Schools

Special thanks to the Lead Business/Community Coordinators:

	Kathy Conklin Saginaw County Business & Education Partnership
	Garrett Geer The Dow Chemical Company
	Pat Convery Howell Area Chamber of Commerce
	Jim Sandy Michigan Chamber of Commerce

Saginaw Spirit Offer Ticket Vouchers

Saginaw Spirit Hockey team is pledging free game ticket vouchers for Spirit Games during the upcoming 2005-2006 season.  The 49 students from Saginaw recognized Tuesday morning will be able to enjoy and support their local team as a result of their hard work and academic accomplishments.  The Michigan Scholars initiative sets challenging academic goals for the youth of Michigan as they prepare for college and careers after high school.

Piston Shock supports Michigan Scholars

“Palace Sports & Entertainment, the NBA Detroit Pistons and WNBA Detroit Shock are proud to pledge support for the Michigan Scholars educational initiative being implemented in the State of Michigan… [The initiative’s] goals are consistent with the values that we work hard to achieve within the Palace Sports & Entertainment family. As such, we are please to be able to encourage student participation toward achieving the distinction of becoming a Michigan Scholar.”

Dennis Sampier, Director of Community Relations-Pistons/Palace Foundation

Saginaw Partners Host Michigan Scholars Recognition