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Grant builds upon, supports organic gardening program at Crooked Tree High School
Growing student skills at Crooked Tree High School Grant builds upon, supports organic gardening program at alternative high school Crooked Tree High School students spend considerable classroom time learning academics as they work toward earning their diplomas, but teacher Don Heinz also works to ensure they learn hands-on, employability and life skills as well. A […]
FreeCycle Book Project celebrates 10 years – and nearly 100,000 books shared – with community event on Sept. 10, 2022
Ten years ago, local leaders from the Great Start Collaborative and Parent Coalition had a novel idea: Collect gently used children’s books from the community and redistribute them for free to families in Charlevoix, Emmet, and northern Antrim counties. On Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, the collaborative will celebrate 10 years of sharing nearly 100,000 books […]
Char-Em ISD among grant awardees for creating innovative Project Based Learning experiences
Gov. Whitmer Boosts Funding for 16 schools to expand Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math programs to prepare students for in-demand jobs LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer, along with state environmental and workforce leaders, announced 16 K-12 institutions, school districts and educational partnerships have been awarded $205,028 to develop Great Lakes-based science, technology, engineering, and […]
Calling all families who grocery shop with their kids!
‘Talking is Teaching’ arriving with fun giveaways in local grocery stores June 18, 2022 Families with children ages birth through five who bring their children grocery shopping are encouraged to stop by Louie’s Fresh Market locations on Saturday, June 18, 2022, for new “Talking is Teaching” campaign celebrations. Talking is Teaching is an initiative of […]
Charlevoix County Community Foundation grants support preschool tuition
This year brought a new partnership between the Charlevoix County Community Foundation and the Great Start Collaborative of Charlevoix, Emmet, and northern Antrim counties, with the foundation awarding several grants for preschool scholarships. This past spring, the foundation provided tuition support of $5,220 benefitting seven children in Charlevoix and Boyne City. On May 23, 2022, […]
Career and Technical Education millages approved by voters
On Tuesday, May 3, 2022, voters throughout Char-Em ISD approved two Career and Technical Education proposals: The core renewal/restoration of 0.75 mills, and an expansion of career tech with a 0.25 mills request. The first request, 0.75 mills renewal/restoration of the core CTE millage, passed by 66%, 7,307 yes votes to 3,753 no votes. The […]
First Welding Skills Lab wraps up with employer/welder open house
EAST JORDAN – Ten participants in the first Welding Skills Lab received certificates of completion and had a chance to network with regional employers in need of welders on April 28, at the conclusion of the first 15-week session of this new training opportunity for participants of all ages. The participants gathered at East Jordan […]
Char-Em Street STEM – ISD’s traveling trailer brings science and math into the classroom in new ways
Visit the Street STEM web page “We never know who will be the next engineer, scientist, astronaut, or technology problem-solver, but we do know they are right here in Char-Em.” Jim Rummer, Director of Career and Technical Education, Char-Em ISD When Brandon Beltz walks into a classroom these days, students light up with excitement. […]
Char-Em ISD Career and Technical Education millage information
On May 3, 2022, voters throughout Char-Em ISD’s 11 public school districts will be asked to consider two Career and Technical Education ballot proposals: The core CTE millage renewal of 0.75 mills. This millage has been approved by voters every four years since 1996. This millage has supported the operation of 47 CTE programs throughout […]
U.S. Marine, general aviation pilot introduced as new instructor for aviation career tech program
ALANSON – Former Marine helicopter and current general aviation pilot Duane Enos will be the new instructor of the Aviation Science and Technology course, housed at Alanson Public Schools with instruction at Pellston Regional Airport, beginning in the fall for the 2022-23 school year. The course is a collaborative effort between Alanson schools and Char-Em […]
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Back-to-School dates for ISD districts
Districts throughout Char-Em ISD are preparing to welcome students back for the 2023-24 school year. Following are opening dates for local districts:
Aug. 28: Central Lake
Aug. 29: Beaver Island, Boyne City, Boyne Falls, East Jordan
Sept. 5: Alanson, Charlevoix, Ellsworth, Harbor Springs, Pellston, Petoskey, Concord Academy Boyne, Concord Academy Petoskey
We’re hiring: Char-Em ISD current job openings
Char-Em ISD is hiring!
Accountant – Lead
Accounts Payable
Bus Drivers
Bus Riders (who assist drivers)
Special Education Teacher Assistant
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Schedule a driver’s license road test
Char-Em ISD road testers are scheduling driving tests for those seeking auto, motorcycle and CDL licenses. Students and adults are encouraged to contact the test administrators directly; their contact information can be found on the Driver's License Road Testing page.
Preschool Pre-Application
Parents and guardians may begin the preschool program enrollment process by completing a pre-application for children ages 0-5. Fill out the pre-application
WE ARE HIRING! Substitute bus drivers, riders/aides needed, paid training available
Precious cargo aboard! Char-Em ISD is looking for substitute bus drivers and riders/aides for our multiple bus routes to and from Char-Em programs. Flexible hours and days mean you choose when you can provide coverage of routes. Char-Em pays for all required driver...
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