Attention current sophomores! Now is the time to come learn about the Early College Program and consider being a part of our 10th cohort!
We are hosting an information night at the Allegan Tech Center on Tuesday, 11/28/2023. You can join in person or virtually.
In Person: 6:00 pm-7:00 pm
OR
Virtual Meeting: 4:30 pm-5:30 pm
Email: evy.houser@alleganaesa.org for the Zoom link or if you have any questions!
Enjoy our Early College Fall Newsletter: https://conta.cc/3tUd1TA
Do you know a current Allegan County sophomore who would benefit from earning an associate degree for free starting their Junior year? We are seeking students who are mature, have good attendance, complete their high school assignments, and turn them in on time to apply to our program! Through our partnership with Lake Michigan College conveniently located at the Allegan Tech Center, we are looking for students passionate about education to be a part of our 10th Early College Allegan County Cohort! Attend one of our information meetings either virtually or in person at the Allegan Tech Center. Email: evy.houser@alleganaesa.org for the link to join remotely.
Visit our website: https://www.alleganaesa.org/page/early-college
Looking for help to pay for college? Attend a virtual Financial Aid Webinar hosted by the Michigan Department of Treasury’s MI Student Aid team. There has been a change in the FAFSA and it will be available in December with a new and simpler format. You must register to attend these virtual webinars. The dates and times to choose from include:
Nov. 2nd, 12:00pm-1:00pm
November 16, 2023 at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
December 7, 2023 at 12 - 1 p.m.
December 21, 2023 at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
For more information and to access these webinars visit:
https://www.michigan.gov/mistudentaid/students-families/virtual-financial-aid-presentations
Attention Allegan County 10th-grade students! Come learn how to earn up to 61 credits, your high school diploma, and an associate's degree for free! See flyer for details on how to attend an information meeting.
This week we start promoting the Early College program as we join the Allegan Tech Center Staff and present to 10th-grade students throughout the county over the next few weeks. 10th-grade students have many amazing options here at the Allegan Tech Center for their Junior year and beyond. I can't believe we will be recruiting for the 10th Cohort in partnership with Lake Michigan College. Students admitted into the program have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree for free as part of the Early College Allegan County!
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We concluded Educator Appreciation Week with our Celebration of Learning. There was cake, a video honoring staff members, awards, a barbecue, and plenty of camaraderie. Congratulations to the entire Allegan Area ESA staff on a successful 2022-23 school year. #beboldandthrive
Early College pinning ceremony taking place right now at the Allegan Performing Arts Center. #LakeMichiganCollege #LMC
This week the House and Senate passed their versions of the Fiscal Year 2024 school aid budget. I am pleased to announce that I am excited about these recommended numbers. These recommendations are historic in size, scope, and potential impact on the students and families served by Allegan Area ESA.
Some of the key recommendations include:
Historic funding for special education
Increased Early Literacy funding
Groundbreaking changes to Great Start Readiness Program services and funding
Including ISDs (like Allegan Area ESA) eligible for mental health and safety funding
Increased funding to support the well-being of students and staff
I am grateful to the subcommittees, led by former teachers, for their excellent work. I thank our area legislators for continuing to put our students first and placing a priority on their education and well-being. Thus, supporting our vision to "Ensure every learner, school, and community thrives".
I look forward to working together with our legislators to ensure future academic success for all students.
Yours in Education,
William Brown
Allegan Area ESA Superintendent
