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📢 Dangers of Vaping: What Parents Need to Know 📢 Vaping, tobacco, and nicotine use among youth continue to be major concerns. With more discreet vapes entering the market—camouflaged as everyday items like video games, toys, and school supplies—it's more important than ever to stay informed. Please join a FREE virtual presentation on Tuesday, March 25 at 6:00pm ET to learn how to protect youth from the dangers of vaping. You'll discover: ✅ How the tobacco industry targets youth ✅ The risks of nicotine and non-nicotine vapes ✅ Steps to protect youth and take action in your community This event is open to all parents, educators, and community members. Can't make it live? Register anyway to receive the recording! 👉 Register now to secure your spot! http://parentsagainstvaping.org/events-2/pave-march-25-dangers-of-vaping?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=8f60e3e6-2ffc-4b92-89d1-a05416e9b5ad #VapingPrevention #YouthSafety #ParentEducation #FreeWebinar #ProtectOurYouth

It's National Consumer Protection Week - Help us #slamthescam! Hang up or ignore suspicious calls or messages. Government employees will NEVER threaten you or demand immediate payment. #SlamTheScam #NCPW2025

🌟 Looking for a way to give back and have fun? 🌟 Join us at The Silo on Wednesday, March 19th, from 12–2 PM for a Volunteer Fair! 🎉💡 Explore all the amazing ways you can share your time, talents, and passion right here in Allegan County! Whether you love working with kids, helping animals, supporting local causes, or making a difference in other ways—there’s something for everyone! 🚀 Find your perfect volunteer match! 🎭 Meet inspiring organizations! 🎁 Give back & feel great doing it! Tag a friend and make it a volunteer adventure! See you there! 👏💙 #VolunteerAllegan #GiveBack #MakeADifference

🚀 Mark Your Calendars! 🚀 🌟 Renew Mobility’s Pediatric Pop-Up is back again this year on May 2! Register your family today to receive essential mobility equipment for FREE! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pediatric-pop-up-registration-1147283067539

It's that time of year again—Daylight Saving Time begins tonight! Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead by one hour

📚✨ March is Reading Month! 📖🎉 There’s no better time to pick up a book, explore new stories, and dive into the magic of reading! Whether it’s a favorite classic, a brand-new adventure, or a nonfiction deep dive—every page opens up a world of possibilities. Let’s celebrate the joy of reading together! 📚 Share what you're reading this month in the comments! ⬇️ #ReadingMonth #ReadTogether #BookLove

🎉 Nominations are officially open! Help Us Celebrate Excellence in Education! 🎉 The 2025 Outstanding People for Education recognition is your chance to honor individuals who go above and beyond to make a difference in public education. From teachers and aides to bus drivers and attendants, custodians, and volunteers, this recognition celebrates the heroes who positively impact our schools and students. 🏆 💡 Who can you nominate? Anyone supporting education—teachers, administrators, secretaries, support staff, bus drivers, custodians, and volunteers. 📅 Nomination Deadline: April 1, 2025 Let’s shine a spotlight on the incredible people making our schools a better place! Submit your nomination today and help us celebrate the heart of education: the people. ❤️ 🔗 https://forms.gle/1uMhiEtBS4NmRxBu8

🌟 Celebrate Our Amazing Teachers! 🌟 National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5-9, and the Michigan Department of Education is recognizing Michigan’s hardworking and dedicated educators. We want YOU to help us recognize the hardworking educators who make a difference every day in Allegan County! 📚🍎 🎥 Submit a Teacher Appreciation Video! Share your gratitude by recording a short video thanking a teacher who has positively impacted you. Whether they inspired you, supported you, or helped you grow, this is your chance to say THANK YOU! Let’s flood Michigan with appreciation and celebrate our incredible teachers! 💙 📩 Submit your video today! #MITeacherAppreciation #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek

Every student brings their own unique abilities, and schools across Michigan believe that every child is a general education student first. We all learn better when we're together! 🌱 Special education plays an essential role in supporting each student’s strengths and needs, creating learning environments where everyone can thrive. Today, we celebrate the valuable contributions of our special education students as key members of our school communities. Inclusivity begins with recognizing and appreciating every learner! 💚 #LimitlessPotential #MILimitlessPotential #CommunitySupport #GrowingTogether #AllMeansAll

🚀 Get ready to make a difference! 🌟 Join us at The Silo on Wednesday, March 19th, from 12-2 PM for a Volunteer Fair! 🎉 Discover amazing opportunities to give back, meet incredible organizations, and find the perfect way to share your time & talents in Allegan County! 💙 🙋‍♀️ Whether you love working with kids, helping in the community, or supporting local causes—there’s something for everyone! Tag a friend & let’s make an impact together! ✨ #AlleganVolunteers #GiveBack #MakeADifference #allegancountycommunityfoundation

🚨 Weather Alert – Complete Shutdown🚨 Due to inclement weather, Allegan Area ESA will be CLOSED Thursday, February 6. No one is to report. For further updates, stay tuned to our social media channels.

🌟 Give your child a Great Start with no-cost preschool! 🌟 Allegan Area ESA’s Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) provides high-quality preschool for eligible 4-year-olds, helping them build essential skills for kindergarten and beyond. 🏫✨ 📍 Multiple locations across Allegan County 📅 Enrolling now! Give your child the best start in school and life—apply today! 💙 🔗 Learn more & apply: [https://www.alleganaesa.org/page/great-start-readiness-program](https://www.alleganaesa.org/page/great-start-readiness-program) #GreatStart #FreePreschool #EarlyLearning #AlleganESA

🚀 Mark Your Calendars! 🚀 🌟 Renew Mobility’s Pediatric Pop-Up is back again this year on May 2! Register your family today to receive essential mobility equipment for FREE! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pediatric-pop-up-registration-1147283067539

Statement from Superintendent Michael F. Rice on White House Rescission of OMB Fedral Grants and Loans Freeze Source: Michigan Department of Education, 01/29/2025 03:57 PM EST

🌟 Join Our Team! Paraprofessional Positions Available 🌟 Are you passionate about supporting student success and making a difference in their lives? We're hiring paraprofessionals to work alongside teachers and service staff, providing essential support to students with identified needs. 📚 Key Responsibilities include: -Reinforcing instruction & fostering skill development -Ensuring safety and student achievement -Assisting with leadership programming & daily operations -Supervising work-sites, record-keeping, and more -Help students grow their independence and thrive! Apply today to become a part of our team! https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/AlleganAreaESA?locations=Allegan+Area+ESA

We're hiring a Consultant for K-12 Special Education! To view the job description, visit: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/AlleganAreaESA/opening/113869

The White House has placed a temporary pause on the funding of some federal grants and loans. Because school districts use federal funding and grants to deliver services and programming, this pause has the ability to impact our citizens, families, and students. Know that I am closely monitoring this situation and working diligently to gather accurate information about any potential impacts. I am actively engaging with our state and federal partners to advocate for the resources necessary to uphold the quality and consistency of the programs we deliver. Supporting learners is central to our mission and vision, and we remain dedicated to serving our community. Thank you for your continued patience, resilience, and commitment. If you have questions or concerns, please let me know. Yours In Education, William Brown Superintendent

Please see the attached statement regarding current executive orders and their potential impact on our school community.

🚨 Weather Alert – Complete Shutdown🚨 Due to inclement weather, Allegan Area ESA will be CLOSED tomorrow: Wednesday, January 22. Please stay safe and warm. For further updates, stay tuned to our social media channels and local news.

Weather Alert: All Allegan Area ESA programs and buildings are closed on Wednesday, January 22 , 2025 due to inclement weather conditions.