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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Excited to work with our Early Childhood, Specialized Instruction, and Instructional Services Departments on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Midwest Equity Forum.
almost 2 years ago, Bill Brown
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School starts in just a few weeks. Have you downloaded the Allegan Area ESA app yet? It's a great way to keep up with everything that's happening across the district. You can curate your feed to show you specifically what's going on at one of our buildings or programs.
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
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The Education Service Center is closed on Fridays during the month of July.
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
The Education Service Center is closed on Fridays during the month of July.
The 2023-24 Allegan Area ESA transportation staff. They have been spending the day in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training.
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
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Allegan Area ESA Job Opportunity Position: Great Start Readiness Program Supervisor Location: Education Service Center Date posted: 7/26/2023 Date available: Immediately For more information: https://www.applitrack.com/aasac/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=5560
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
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33 years ago on July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. This historic civil rights law protects the rights of people with disabilities. Follow the link to learn more about the ADA. https://adata.org/factsheet/ADA-overview
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Allegan Area ESA Job Opportunity Position: Physical Therapist Assistant Location: Hillside Learning Center Date posted: 7/19/2023 Date available: 7/31/2023 For more information or to apply: https://www.applitrack.com/aasac/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=5739
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
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The Education Service Center is closed on Fridays during the month of July.
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
The Education Service Center is closed on Fridays during the month of July.
Allegan Area ESA Job Opportunity We are hiring BUS DRIVERS. Great pay and benefits. Follow the link for more information and instructions on how to apply. https://5il.co/1zwrv
almost 2 years ago, Allegan Area ESA
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