Allegan Area ESA

Check out our newly released Fall Adult CTE Course Flyer! Weather is changing and it is a great time to "Up-skill"! Take a course to improve your existing skills, gain new skills, that could potentially lead to future employment. Our instructors are experts in their field and look forward to sharing their gifts and talents to help you reach your goals. Call 269-512-7855 to register! Classes will fill quickly!

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Tech Center Adult Education

Schedule of Fall Adult Ed Courses Call 269-512-7800 for information

September is Suicide Prevention Month. 1-800-273-TALK www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org #youmatter

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

We are happy to announce new support for literacy - The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library will be coming to the Allegan County Community Foundation! ACCF will continue to partner with Allegan Area ESA to bring books to every child in Allegan County aged 0-5. Thank you to United Way of Allegan for supporting this effort for so many years. Stay tuned to learn how you can sponsor a child to receive a book every month from newborn to age 5.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

Happy Labor Day!

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

We are closed today for Labor Day weekend.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

Free and Low-Cost preschool options are still enrolling for the 23-24 school year. Apply today at www.hmgallegan.org/preschool.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

Allegan Area ESA will be closed in observance of Labor Day - September 1-4, 2023.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

It's that time of year when we welcome many new staff members to Allegan Area ESA. Check out the Spotlight feature on the Alleganaesa.org home page to see these New Faces.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

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almost 2 years ago, Bill Brown

Back to School Preparation Tips The transition back to school after summer break is full of big changes and big feelings. But there are ways to prepare for the transition to optimize your family’s experience. Here are some tips from tips from the MDHSS Stay Well program.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

The transition back to school after summer break is full of big changes and big feelings. But there are ways to prepare for the transition to optimize your family’s experience. Consider the suggestions below. •A few weeks before the first day of school, start making bedtime occur earlier. •Start scaling back screen time and substitute activities like reading and writing. •Visit libraries, museums and other places that engage the “learning brain.” •Start eating breakfast and lunch at the expected school-day mealtimes. •Review parent and student needs for homework and teacher correspondencethrough email, websites or special apps. Round up the right passwords andtroubleshoot any problems now. •If you don’t know your child’s bus stop and school location, find out and visit them. •To ease back-to-school anxiety, consider having your child write a “social story”about it. Learn how here (URL: https://bit.ly/45fr1W5). •The week before school starts, talk with your child about how school can beenjoyable and why it will be good for them. Be sure to highlight the social aspects ofnew experiences and seeing friends. •As parents and caregivers, be sure to review how this transition impacts your life. oSpend time charting out your new routine(s). oShift your own curfews, mealtimes, self-care and work needs to allow for asmoother transition. oPrepare yourself for the attitudes, mood, and emotions that accompany theend of summer and the resulting grief that individuals often feel as summerbreak ends and families spend less time together. •As a family, practice patience and be sure to remind each other that transitions oftencome with an adjustment period that can bring on a host of unpleasant feelings,such as anxiety and frustration. For free resources to cope with the stressors and emotions of the summer-to-school year transition, visit Michigan.gov/StayWell.

Welcome back! Time to kick-off the 2023-24 school year.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

Great school year kickoff celebration with our amazing staff at the Griswold Auditorium. Matt Johnson is taking us on a wellness journey!

almost 2 years ago, Bill Brown

Pediatric Equipment Pop Up September 21, 9:00 a.m. - noon Hillside Learning Center 212 Grove St. Allegan, MI We understand these are difficult times for children with disabilities and we want to help! Come to Renew Mobility's pop-up event to receive free mobility equipment for your children. If you would like to volunteer or make a monetary donation, visit renewmobility.org or call (616) 493-2620.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

Pediatric equipment pop-up on September 21

We are currently having issues with our phone system at the Education Service Center. Please use email to contact staff working at the ESC. Thank you.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

Allegan Area ESA Job Opportunity Position: Early Childhood Specialist Location: Education Service Center Date posted: 8/15/2023 Date available: Immediately For more information or to apply: https://www.applitrack.com/aasac/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=5814

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

The August issue of E-Notes is now available. Check out the great things happening in public education in Allegan County. https://conta.cc/45rVBv0

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

Allegan Area ESA Administrative Council retreat today @BayPointeInn.

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

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A great partnership that will benefit our students, schools, and communities.

almost 2 years ago, Bill Brown

Allegan Area ESA is looking for substitute teachers for the 2023-24 school year. We use #EDUstaff for hiring substitutes. Please scan the barcode or follow the link to learn more or to apply. https://www.edustaff.org/

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

This morning students and their families joined local carpenters and educators from the Allegan Area ESA for a “signing day” to kick-off a new way for students to earn class credits. These students will be the first of many in the Allegan Area ESA to learn a skilled trade through a dual enrollment program at the Carpenter and Millwright training center during their senior year of high school. @MRCCUnion https://www.alleganaesa.org/article/1193246

almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA

three students with their parents standing behind them