The Transition Center has lost power. We anticipate that power will be restored in a few hours.
Students and staff are safe and the building has water so we plan to release at the regular time. We will continue to monitor the temperature within the building and act if necessary.
If you need to reach the Transition Center, please call 269.512.7700 and we will pass along your message to Transition Center staff.
Again, students are safe so we plan to release at the regular time.
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
On Administrative Professionals Day we honor all of your hard work.
The 12th Annual Allegan Area ESA 5K Walk/Run takes place May 20th. Scan the QR code or follow the link to register.
https://givegrove.com/aaesa5kevent
Congratulations to Mr. Don Baker for being selected as a 2023 Outstanding People for Education. Don (pictured in the center) is a community member who provides our Transition Center students with amazing opportunities to learn new skills!
The importance of reading 20 minutes every day.
