Today, we take a moment to honor all veterans who have so bravely served our nation. Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and dedication. We are grateful to all those who have served and continue to serve our country this Veterans Day and every day.
Our Career and Technical Education team is busy welcoming 10th-grade students and employers to Dow Diamond for the afternoon session of Life x Design! More than 850 students from across Midland County are taking part in a day of career exploration, hands-on experiences, and connections to future educational and career opportunities.
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🎒 Small Steps, Big Results 🎒
Packing the backpack tonight, setting a calm bedtime, and planning the morning helps your child arrive ready to learn. Tell us what would make routines easier. We will help.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Packing the backpack tonight, setting a calm bedtime, and planning the morning helps your child arrive ready to learn. Tell us what would make routines easier. We will help.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
We are thankful to Northwood University for once again inviting MCESA to be a part of Go MAD (Go Make a Difference) Day! This annual day of service brings together Northwood University students, staff and faculty to engage in community service and acts of kindness.
This year, students partnered with the MCESA team to organize PT equipment and other items at our Homer Road site. We appreciate their time and willingness to lend a helping hand!
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This year, students partnered with the MCESA team to organize PT equipment and other items at our Homer Road site. We appreciate their time and willingness to lend a helping hand!
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It's almost here! The MCESA Career and Technical Education team is excited to bring a new event, Life x Design, to Midland County on November 10 at Dow Diamond.
This event will bring together 850 10th grade students from across Midland County along with more than 80 employers for a day filled with career exploration and industry awareness, hands-on experiences, networking, and connecting classroom learning to future career opportunities.
A special thank you to our event sponsors for helping make this new opportunity possible: Clark Construction, Corteva Agriscience, Greater Michigan Construction Academy, Midland Area Community Foundation, MyMichigan Health, and The Legacy Center for Community Success.
Learn more about this event and CTE in Midland County by visiting: https://www.midlandesa.org/page/midland-county-career-technical-education, and stay tuned for more from Life x Design next week!
#MCESABetterTogether #LifexDesign
This event will bring together 850 10th grade students from across Midland County along with more than 80 employers for a day filled with career exploration and industry awareness, hands-on experiences, networking, and connecting classroom learning to future career opportunities.
A special thank you to our event sponsors for helping make this new opportunity possible: Clark Construction, Corteva Agriscience, Greater Michigan Construction Academy, Midland Area Community Foundation, MyMichigan Health, and The Legacy Center for Community Success.
Learn more about this event and CTE in Midland County by visiting: https://www.midlandesa.org/page/midland-county-career-technical-education, and stay tuned for more from Life x Design next week!
#MCESABetterTogether #LifexDesign
We are currently looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in several paraeducator positions!
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Paraeducators
One (1) full-time position at Chestnut Hill Elementary
One (1) full-time floater position
Paraeducators
Two (2) full-time positions
One (1) afternoon position at Longview Early Childhood Center (Monday through Thursday, 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
We also have ongoing day-to-day substitute paraeducator opportunities available if you are need of a more flexible schedule.
Interested in learning more or applying for any of our available opportunities? Contact Bridgett Petsnick at 989-631-5892, ext. 2125.
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Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Paraeducators
One (1) full-time position at Chestnut Hill Elementary
One (1) full-time floater position
Paraeducators
Two (2) full-time positions
One (1) afternoon position at Longview Early Childhood Center (Monday through Thursday, 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
We also have ongoing day-to-day substitute paraeducator opportunities available if you are need of a more flexible schedule.
Interested in learning more or applying for any of our available opportunities? Contact Bridgett Petsnick at 989-631-5892, ext. 2125.
#NowHiring #MCESABetterTogether
Last week, MCESA Post Secondary students in the Sugnet School were spotted enjoying art class in one of our renovated rooms, which was transformed into a Makerspace. This space was specifically designed to encourage creativity and hands-on learning, giving students opportunities to explore a variety of technology, tools and creative activities.
It is great to see how the renovated spaces are supporting inspiration and learning in our students!
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It is great to see how the renovated spaces are supporting inspiration and learning in our students!
#MCESABetterTogether
We are looking for an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team and provide 1:1 student support for deaf or hard-of-hearing students across classroom and educational settings. This role works closely with classroom teachers across Midland County and the IEP team to facilitate full academic and social access.
A full job description is available at www.midlandesa.org/page/employment
To apply, contact hr@midlandesa.org.
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A full job description is available at www.midlandesa.org/page/employment
To apply, contact hr@midlandesa.org.
#NowHiring #MCESABetterTogether
October MCESA team member shoutouts are available, highlighting team members who were recognized by their coworkers. These shoutouts are a great reminder of how our team members make MCESA "better together" each day.
You can read the full October recognition list here: https://aptg.co/dsj97f
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You can read the full October recognition list here: https://aptg.co/dsj97f
#MCESABetterTogether #EmployeeRecognition
We are hiring a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team! This position provides evaluations and services to students with identified impairments in accordance with their Individualized Education Plans. SLPs are a key resource for the development of communication skills and systems in Midland County.
To learn more about this position, visit www.midlandesa.org/page/employment, and contact hr@midlandesa.org to apply.
#NowHiring #MCESABetterTogether
To learn more about this position, visit www.midlandesa.org/page/employment, and contact hr@midlandesa.org to apply.
#NowHiring #MCESABetterTogether
As a reminder, November 3, 2026 is Election Day. For voter information in Midland County, visit: https://midlandcountymi.gov/clerk-elections
For information relating to the Midland Public Schools November 3, 2026 sinking fund proposal, visit: https://www.midlandps.org/sinkingfund
For information relating to the Meridian Public Schools November 3, 2026 facilities bond improvement, visit: https://www.merps.org/page/bond
For information relating to the Midland Public Schools November 3, 2026 sinking fund proposal, visit: https://www.midlandps.org/sinkingfund
For information relating to the Meridian Public Schools November 3, 2026 facilities bond improvement, visit: https://www.merps.org/page/bond
MCESA team members throughout the county had plenty of fun dressing up for Halloween this week!
Wishing everyone a safe and fun Halloween!
Longview Early Childhood Center hosted a character parade yesterday that included all of the programs within the building! All families were invited to attend any of the two sessions that were held, and students dressed up in their favorite costumes and paraded the halls of the Longview building.
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As a reminder, Tuesday, November 3, 2026 is Election Day and a Professional Development Day for MCESA staff. There will be no school for MCESA students on day.
Another successful MCESA Trick-or-Treat is in the books! 🎃
Yesterday, we welcomed MCESA students and families to the Sugnet Gym for our annual Trick-or-Treat event! This event provides a safe, familiar, and inclusive environment for students and families to enjoy Halloween festivities together. This year, we added something new to the fun with a Scholastic Book Fair!
We enjoy hosting this event each year and are proud to provide an experience that all of our students and families can enjoy.
#MCESABetterTogether
Yesterday, we welcomed MCESA students and families to the Sugnet Gym for our annual Trick-or-Treat event! This event provides a safe, familiar, and inclusive environment for students and families to enjoy Halloween festivities together. This year, we added something new to the fun with a Scholastic Book Fair!
We enjoy hosting this event each year and are proud to provide an experience that all of our students and families can enjoy.
#MCESABetterTogether
Today, Midland County superintendents gathered at The Legacy Center to share updates on education across the county with the Health and Human Services Council.
The council brings together community leaders and organizations to support the well-being of Midland County residents through collaboration, systems level planning, and the promotion of health and human services.
Pictured are Coleman Community Schools Superintendent Jennifer McCormack, Midland Public Schools Superintendent Penny Miller-Nelson, Midland County Educational Service Agency Superintendent John M. Searles, Bullock Creek School District Superintendent Shawn Hale, and Meridian Public Schools Superintendent Sarah Glann.
Thank you to the Health and Human Services Council for the opportunity to share updates and highlight the important work taking place across Midland County schools!
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The council brings together community leaders and organizations to support the well-being of Midland County residents through collaboration, systems level planning, and the promotion of health and human services.
Pictured are Coleman Community Schools Superintendent Jennifer McCormack, Midland Public Schools Superintendent Penny Miller-Nelson, Midland County Educational Service Agency Superintendent John M. Searles, Bullock Creek School District Superintendent Shawn Hale, and Meridian Public Schools Superintendent Sarah Glann.
Thank you to the Health and Human Services Council for the opportunity to share updates and highlight the important work taking place across Midland County schools!
#MCESABetterTogether
Congratulations to MCESA teacher Jacqueline Chamberlain, who was voted Top K–12 Teacher in the Midland Daily News 2026 Readers' Choice Awards!
Jacqueline serves students at our Sugnet location, and we are proud to see her dedication to education recognized by the Midland community. Way to go, Jacqueline!
Congratulations are also extended to all of this year's finalists! This recognition highlights the many dedicated educators making a positive impact on the lives of students and families throughout our community.
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Jacqueline serves students at our Sugnet location, and we are proud to see her dedication to education recognized by the Midland community. Way to go, Jacqueline!
Congratulations are also extended to all of this year's finalists! This recognition highlights the many dedicated educators making a positive impact on the lives of students and families throughout our community.
#MCESABetterTogether
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October has been a great month to get outside and enjoy the fall weather!
Many of our MCESA classrooms have taken advantage of the season with trips to Grandma's Pumpkin Patch. Students have enjoyed exploring the farm and participating in fall activities, making new memories outside of the classroom.
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Many of our MCESA classrooms have taken advantage of the season with trips to Grandma's Pumpkin Patch. Students have enjoyed exploring the farm and participating in fall activities, making new memories outside of the classroom.
#MCESABetterTogether
Volunteers from Corteva Agriscience recently partnered with MCESA team members to help enhance the playground at Longview Early Childhood Center!
Together, the team was able to install new edging around the playground, making a positive difference in the outdoor space for our students.
Thanks to all for their support!
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October is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Awareness Month, a time to recognize the many ways individuals communicate and express themselves. From gestures and picture boards to speech-generating devices, AAC helps make meaningful communication possible at school, home, and throughout the community.
Did you know there are communication boards located throughout Midland County?
In 2025, MCESA speech-language pathologists Lindsey Freer and Amanda Mahler received grant funding through the Midland Service Club Alliance to install communication boards across the county, helping promote accessibility and inclusion for all.
These boards provide an additional way for individuals who experience communication challenges to express their needs, thoughts, and ideas by pointing to pictures and words.
We're proud of the work our team members are doing to help make communication more accessible for everyone!
#AACAwarenessMonth #MCESABetterTogether
Did you know there are communication boards located throughout Midland County?
In 2025, MCESA speech-language pathologists Lindsey Freer and Amanda Mahler received grant funding through the Midland Service Club Alliance to install communication boards across the county, helping promote accessibility and inclusion for all.
These boards provide an additional way for individuals who experience communication challenges to express their needs, thoughts, and ideas by pointing to pictures and words.
We're proud of the work our team members are doing to help make communication more accessible for everyone!
#AACAwarenessMonth #MCESABetterTogether