A feel good Friday post for your feed... 🌟
Here's a glimpse into "Reading Buddies," which is one of MCESA's newest programs at our Sugnet site!
Every Thursday afternoon, some of our post secondary students spend time reading with students in the SXI classroom. This is an awesome way for students to build friendships and confidence over a love of reading! #MCESABetterTogether
Here's a glimpse into "Reading Buddies," which is one of MCESA's newest programs at our Sugnet site!
Every Thursday afternoon, some of our post secondary students spend time reading with students in the SXI classroom. This is an awesome way for students to build friendships and confidence over a love of reading! #MCESABetterTogether
A little crazy, a little inside out, and completely mismatched is how we celebrated the FINAL day of Spirit Week at Longview Early Childhood Center! #MCESABetterTogether #SpiritWeek
This February, we’re celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month! 🎉 CTE offers many pathways and opportunities, helping students explore a wide range of careers and build skills for their futures.
High school students from across Midland County recently explored career paths and workplaces throughout the community during the Midland Noon Rotary Club’s first Vocational Day. This hands-on experience connected classroom learning to real-world professions and helped students discover the many possibilities available after graduation.
Thank you to everyone who made this meaningful day possible for our students!
Learn more about many of the exciting CTE programs and events in Midland County by visiting https://www.midlandesa.org/page/midland-county-career-technical-education #CTEMonth #CareerReady #MCESABetterTogether
https://confluenceglb.com/vocational-day-gives-midland-students-hands-on-look-at-community-careers/
High school students from across Midland County recently explored career paths and workplaces throughout the community during the Midland Noon Rotary Club’s first Vocational Day. This hands-on experience connected classroom learning to real-world professions and helped students discover the many possibilities available after graduation.
Thank you to everyone who made this meaningful day possible for our students!
Learn more about many of the exciting CTE programs and events in Midland County by visiting https://www.midlandesa.org/page/midland-county-career-technical-education #CTEMonth #CareerReady #MCESABetterTogether
https://confluenceglb.com/vocational-day-gives-midland-students-hands-on-look-at-community-careers/
Looking to make an impact in Midland County? We are hiring a Speech and Language Pathologist (26-27 school year) and an Occupational Therapist who are passionate about helping students succeed.
Apply today by visiting www.midlandesa.org/page/employment
#NowHiring #MCESABetterTogether
Spirit Week continues to bring Longview Early Childhood Center students and staff together – the building was shining bright in pink and red today! 💗❤️
#MCESABetterTogether #SpiritWeek
#MCESABetterTogether #SpiritWeek
We are currently hiring three full-time paraeducators to join us in supporting students and making a difference each day. If you’re passionate about helping students learn and thrive, we’d love to connect with you! See the posting below for full details.
We are also still in need of flexible day-to-day substitute staff who can step in and support our classrooms as needed. Your flexibility makes a big impact!
Interested in joining our team or learning more? Reach out today! #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #BetterTogether
Our Longview crew is celebrating Spirit Week in style! Today is Western Day. Stay tuned for more fun throughout the week. #mcesabettertogether #spiritweek
🏫 Engage, Participate, Thrive! 🏫
Students who feel connected to their school community are more likely to attend regularly. Encourage your child to join activities, ask questions, and get involved, they’ll gain more than just knowledge!
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.
Students who feel connected to their school community are more likely to attend regularly. Encourage your child to join activities, ask questions, and get involved, they’ll gain more than just knowledge!
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.
Shoutout to our January 2026 Better Together honorees! These team members were recognized by coworkers for their teamwork, collaboration, and commitment to one another. The full list for January is available to view here: https://aptg.co/tqxz_b
❤️ Feeling Seen = Showing Up! ❤️
Students attend more when they feel noticed, supported, and celebrated. A little encouragement goes a long way!
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.
Students attend more when they feel noticed, supported, and celebrated. A little encouragement goes a long way!
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.
The winter 2026 edition of MCESA’s Better Together magazine is now available! Take a moment to explore the stories, partnerships, and accomplishments that highlight how we truly are "better together" this season. #mcesabettertogether https://www.bluetoad.com/publication/?i=858853&p=1&view=issueViewer&fbclid=IwY2xjawPls5tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFheEVqdGV5SVVHMlhLeXdXc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHu3KdtpbPxdHd3nm6nOKCrgSTT1Jj5ZIB7H-7h7B-Rjl0hab--6Zsj25vmsb_aem_Nh8ccB5XWcb0gpDmVIrYTg
Midland County ESA programs will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026 due to forecasted cold and wind chill temperatures. Stay safe and warm.
Great work by MCESA Post Secondary student JP! He replaced the pulley, belt, and heating element to prepare this dryer for sale. His job coach shared that he’s learning so many new skills at Pivot Point and putting them to great use. Way to go, JP, and thank you to Pivot Point for this partnership!
🗓️ Check the School Calendar! 🗓️
Know what’s happening at school! Check for holidays, half-days, and other events so you can plan ahead for the second semester and help your child stay on track. You can even ask for a printed calendar to hang at home.
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.
Know what’s happening at school! Check for holidays, half-days, and other events so you can plan ahead for the second semester and help your child stay on track. You can even ask for a printed calendar to hang at home.
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.
The MCESA Board of Education proudly recognized the Midland Public Schools transportation team at last night’s board of education meeting.
MCESA Special Education Supervisor Jennie Coston shared how closely the transportation team works with the MCESA Post Secondary Work-Based Learning students transporting students to job sites and ensuring they arrive where they need to be. Their flexibility, willingness to adjust schedules, and continued support make a meaningful difference in student success.
We are truly grateful for this partnership and their commitment to our students!
#mcesabettertogether
MCESA Special Education Supervisor Jennie Coston shared how closely the transportation team works with the MCESA Post Secondary Work-Based Learning students transporting students to job sites and ensuring they arrive where they need to be. Their flexibility, willingness to adjust schedules, and continued support make a meaningful difference in student success.
We are truly grateful for this partnership and their commitment to our students!
#mcesabettertogether
Today at MCESA, our team members are engaging in professional development, "Universal Protocol: Reduce Crises, Increase Joy," led by Adithyan (Dithu) Rajaraman from FTF Behavioral Consulting. We are grateful for opportunities like this to strengthen our practice and support positive outcomes for students and educators. #mcesabettertogether #professionaldevelopment
As a reminder, Monday, January 19 is a professional development day for MCESA staff. There will be no school for students. Have a great weekend!
👩🏫 Teacher Connections Matter 👩🏫
Share concerns or questions with teachers, they want to partner with you for your child’s success every day!
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.
Share concerns or questions with teachers, they want to partner with you for your child’s success every day!
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.
At Longview, we have an amazing program opportunity for all our teachers to advance in the field with Michigan Works called the Apprentice Program! In this program, they get extensive training via education and on-the-job training. Our very own, Miss Zoey, who used to work in our infant classroom, completed this program with Mrs. Brenda as her Mentor in December. We are so excited for her and so happy to have such a great teacher advancing in the early childhood field!
We are excited to share another phase of the Sugnet renovation project is complete! This phase includes the third floor of the building, which now is the office and storage space for MCESA itinerants. Demolition of the final phase of the project is scheduled to begin next week, which will be the administration office and basement. #mcesabettertogether #buildinghope #buildingfutures #construction
