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LEO Announces New MiSTEM Network Regional Director
Position serves Michigan’s northwestern Lower Peninsula, covering Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Leelanau Counties LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) announced that Sarah Roche has been...
Char-Em ISD, four local districts recognized for work with student support systems
CHARLEVOIX - Charlevoix-Emmet Intermediate School District and four of its partner districts were recognized recently for their work in implementing a framework of supports that helps to meet the needs of each student, through various tiers of instruction and...
Great Start Collaborative donates funding toward Dolly Parton Imagination Library initiative
In October 2024, the Great Start Collaborative & Family Coalition of Charlevoix, Emmet and Northern Antrim Counties provided $20,000 in funding to the Charlevoix Kiwanis Club Youth Foundation to support the launch of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library for...
Great Start Collaborative kicks off 2024-25 fiscal year with ambitious initiatives and family-focused projects
Each fall, the Great Start Collaborative & Family Coalition of Charlevoix, Emmet and Northern Antrim Counties takes time to review its previous year’s accomplishments and map out what initiatives lie ahead to support families with young children in Northern...
Superintendent Koziol thanks Sen. Damoose for school budget efforts Regional school administrators were present during this week’s negotiations in Lansing for the 2024-25 school year budget. Char-Em ISD Superintendent Scott Koziol noted his appreciation for the...
Great Start Collaborative receives preschool grant funding from local foundations
The Great Start Collaborative of Charlevoix, Emmet and Northern Antrim Counties recently received preschool funding that will support families and children in Northern Michigan. The Charlevoix County Community Foundation and the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area...
Crooked Tree High School named Michigan’s Alternative Education School of the Year
HARBOR SPRINGS - Crooked Tree High School has been named the state’s Alternative Education School of the Year by the Michigan Alternative Education Organization. The school’s staff was awarded the honor at MAEO’s annual conference on May 2, 2024 at Crystal...
The Class of 2037! Kindergarten round-ups for 2024-25 school year
Kindergarten round-ups, open houses scheduled in local school districts for students enrolling in the 2024-25 school year It’s the time of year when local elementary schools roll out the welcome mat for incoming kindergartners and their families, through open...
Inclusivity in action at Pellston Elementary School: A Success Story
Creating a place where all students’ daily lives are intertwined ‘The goal is for staff to know that anything that is good for kids - all kids - is good with me.’ - Stephen Seelye, Pellston Superintendent PELLSTON - The disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic...
Char-Em ISD receives grant for supporting social and emotional needs of Indigenous local youth and English Language Learners
CHARLEVOIX - When the Charlevoix County Community Foundation’s Youth Advisory Council conducted a survey of more than 800 local students in grades 7-12 about their biggest concerns, the results showed a desire to increase acceptance and belonging and to reduce...
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Char-Em Board of Education meets the EJ Shoe Club!
Char-Em Board of Education meets the EJ Shoe Club! The Char-Em ISD Board of Education held its regular November meeting at East Jordan Middle High School on Nov. 17, 2025, where members enjoyed a presentation by the Shoe Club, a club for 7th and 8th graders that is...
MiFamily Engagement Center Region 2 announces second round of grant awards to support family engagement and literacy
MiFamily Engagement Center Region 2 announces second round of grant awards to support family engagement and literacy Region 2 includes Char-Em ISD, Manistee ISD, Northwest Education Services, and Wexford-Missaukee ISD Celebrating National Family Engagement Month,...
Regional educators, legislators reflect and comment on Michigan budget process and delays
Regional educators, legislators reflect and comment on Michigan budget process and delays When the Michigan legislature passed a state budget on Oct. 3, 2025, it was a relief to the state’s school district leaders that resources were finally locked in to serve...
Great Start Collaborative funding update
On Oct. 3, 2025, the state legislature passed a budget for Michigan that eliminates all funding for Great Start Collaboratives around the state. Char-Em ISD is committed to continuing our work. Please see a message below from Savanah Cool, Great Start Collaborative...
Lack of state budget may soon impact school districts
Lack of state budget may soon impact school districts Please join us in urging our elected officials to reach a quick agreement and keep K-12 funding secure Sept. 9, 2025 Dear Parents & Community Members, As we begin the 2025-2026 school year, we want to update...
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