August 21, 2026

Dear Mt. Morris Families,

Our school community continues to grieve the recent loss of students within our community. We recognize that news of this nature can affect students in many different ways.

Support will be available in our schools throughout next week for any student who may need assistance. School counselors, social workers, and other support staff will be available to listen, provide guidance, and help students process their feelings.

During this difficult time, we encourage families to talk openly with their children, allow them to express their feelings, maintain familiar routines, and watch for significant changes in behavior, sleep, appetite, or school engagement. Please remind your child that asking for help is a sign of strength and that caring adults are available.

Families may also access the following community resources:

• Mt. Morris Youth Health and Wellness Center: 810-213-8192
• Genesee Health System 24-Hour Crisis Line: 810-257-3740
• Genesee Health System Text Crisis Line: Text GHS to 934688
• Genesee Health System Behavioral Health Urgent Care: I 040 W. Bristol Road, Flint; open 24 hours a day. Call 810-496-5500 for walk-in, virtual, or mobile crisis assistance.
• NAMI Genesee County: 810-232-6498 for mental health education, support, and
community resources.
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 at any time for free and confidential
support. Individuals do not need to be suicidal to contact 988.
• Michigan 2-1-1: Dial 211 to connect with community resources.

We extend our deepest sympathy to the families, friends, classmates, staff members, and community members affected by these losses. As a school community, we will continue to care for one another and ensure that students know they are supported during this incredibly difficult time.

Sincerely,

Mickie Kujat, Superintendent

Consistent with Section 308.614 of the Revised School Code and MMCSD Board of Education Policy 0142.5, MMCSD Board of Education will select one candidate to fill the
vacant seat in a process that is thorough and open to the public.

An individual is eligible to serve as a school board member if the individual is a citizen of the United States and is a qualified and registered voter of the school district. To be considered for appointment, candidates must submit a letter of interest and resume to the Superintendent's Office no later than 3:00 p.m., Friday, August 21, 2026. Please submit letter of interest and resume by mail, email or in person to mkujat@mtmorrisschools.org.

Applications should be addressed to:
Mrs. Amy Plyler, Board President
Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools
12356 Walter Street
Mt. Morris, Michigan 48458

All interviews and meetings are open to the public. Initial interviews are scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The Board of Education will select the new board member immediately following completion of all interviews.

The name of the candidate and a complete schedule of interviews and meetings will be posted after applications have been submitted. Pursuant to the Revised School Code, the new board member will serve until December 31, 2028.

All questions, comments or requests for information may be submitted to Superintendent Mickie Kujat, Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools, 12356 Walter Street, Mt. Morris, Michigan 48458.

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.