All 21 BPA State attendees had a successful weekend whether networking, achieving personal goals, attending a college fair or attending a workshop that could impact their future. Seven NCCTC students had on stage recognition.
Camila Herrera placed 4th in Ethics & Professionalism, Isabel Yanez-Zacharias placed 7th in Fundamental Accounting, Ashton Dronchi placed 4th in Computer Security, Madison Olin placed 4th in Health Administration Procedures, Eli Bement placed 2nd in Payroll Accounting, and Charlotte Karnes placed 1st in Graphic Design Promotion, 1st in Fundamental Desktop Publishing and Digital Communication & Design Concepts - Open. In addition, she is also a Top Ten finalist in Virtual Multimedia & Promotion.

A personal goal was reached by Hallie Snyder by winning the state trading pin design two years in a row! The entire MI delegation will be trading her pin at the National Conference that will be held May 6-10 in Nashville, TN.
about 17 hours ago, Treasa Dunn
BPA States members and advisors
States on stage recognition
Hallie pin design winner
trading pin

All Newaygo County school districts and NC RESA are closed today, Monday, March 16.

1 day ago, Marie TenHave

Saturday, May 2, 2026
Registration: 9:30 AM | Walk: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Location: Fremont High School Football Field Track

The annual Newaygo County Autism Walk is set, and we look forward to coming together again to support the important work of the Newaygo County Autism Community (NCAC) and the families they serve. This event is a great opportunity to promote understanding and acceptance of autism while supporting a cause that makes a meaningful impact in our local community.

Whether you walk, volunteer, or support through fundraising apparel, your participation helps make a difference.

*When apparel is ready, you will be notified via text or email. Items will be available for PICK-UP at the Neway Center (585 Fremont St., Newaygo) or will have coordinated DROP-OFFS before or at the Autism Walk. THESE ITEMS ARE NOT BEING SHIPPED, so that a larger contribution can be made to NCAC.

6 days ago, Marie TenHave
Save the data: autism walk May 2, 2026 10am-12pm
clothing
clothing
clothing
NC RESA hosted the fabulous presenter, Andy Mann from the REMC today. He presented on AI tips and tricks for Speech and Language Therapists! They had fun using AI to create songs, story books, images, and games to make more engaging activities for students across Newaygo County!! Thank you Andy Mann!
18 days ago, Lynette Hodges
Happy SLPs learning about AI
Taking full advantage of the beautiful sunshine, our students stopped by Java Junction for refreshing drinks!
29 days ago, Marie TenHave
playing games
ordering coffee
ordering coffee
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a homemade treat! Thank you to our talented culinary students for making us a carrot cake and spreading a little extra love around the office!
about 1 month ago, Marie TenHave
carrot cake made by culinary students
This student has been learning for 100 whole days — and it shows!
about 1 month ago, Lisa Kokx
An elementary student is dressed up for the 100th day of school.  He's holding his cane, and magnifying glass in one hand and a watch on a chain in the other hand. He is wearing a fake grey mustache and eyebrows.
An elementary student is dressed up for the 100th day of school and poses with a teacher.
Train the trainer for some of our Assistive Technology team members.
about 1 month ago, Jill Young
AT train the trainer for some of our AT team.
Another great day of our MICIP in Action series!
We came together to align districtwide improvement strategies, integrate MTSS, and strengthen systems for lasting impact. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the meaningful work—we appreciate your commitment to continuous improvement!
about 2 months ago, Marie TenHave
meeting
meeting
Cold temperatures and heavy snow couldn’t slow down our Career-Tech Center community! Teachers, students, and bus drivers showed real Michigan grit today!
about 2 months ago, Marie TenHave
career tech center in snow
career tech center in snow
career tech center in snow
We recently had a group from True North come in to volunteer at the Baby Pantry, and they were absolutely amazing. They helped us get everything organized, and it made such a huge difference. Thank you!
about 2 months ago, Marie TenHave
fish volunteers
fish volunteers
fish volunteers
We are incredibly thankful to Starr Commonwealth for leading an impactful two-day training.

Special shout out to our local professionals who braved the snow and attended even with school cancellations This is what commitment to our community looks like!
about 2 months ago, Marie TenHave
learning workshop
learning workshop
All NC RESA buildings and programs are closed today, Monday, January 19th, due to the weather.
about 2 months ago, Marie TenHave
snow day, all NC RESA buildings are closed, January 19
Bad day to be a salmon at the Career Tech Center. Chef VanDop's students taught Director Miller and Principal Melius some new skills.
2 months ago, Blake Prewitt
Fish 2
Fish 3
Fish 4
Fish 1
Check out this amazing opportunity that takes place right here in Newaygo County. Camp Sunshine provides an inclusive camp experience for young adults and adults with disabilities.
At Camp Sunshine Michigan, inclusion isn’t just something that is talked about—it’s something that is lived.

The vision is to make the world beyond camp a more affirming and inclusive place by inspiring agents of change through transforming experiences and meaningful relationships.

Every day at Camp Sunshine, people with and without disabilities come together to experience a culture rooted in inclusion, grace, and joy. Here, barriers are broken down, gifts are celebrated, and everyone is encouraged to recognize their own strengths while valuing the talents of others.

The impact doesn’t stop when camp ends—it goes with campers, volunteers, and families into their schools, workplaces, and communities.

Together, a more inclusive world is being created—one relationship at a time.
2 months ago, Libby Danielson
Camp Sunshine

January is School Board Appreciation Month! Our staff, students, and community are grateful for your dedication and continued support.

2 months ago, Marie TenHave
Thank you to our School Board

January is Braille Literacy Month! January 4th is the celebration of Braille's creation!

Louis Braille developed Braille, a system of reading and writing using touch, at the age of 15.

We have two blind first grade students in our county who are learning Braille to read, write, and do math (which is a different Braille code called Nemeth that uses the same six dots in a Braille cell as the Braille literacy code. We are fortunate to have a powerful team of three working diligently to support our braille learners in Newaygo County!

Shout out to Sally Wayner, Andrea Atwood, and Madison Whipple! Thank you for empowering our students with skills and advocacy!

Engage with us! If you are out and about in Fremont, stop in at the Education Service Agency to learn more about Braille- there is an interactive learning wall (shown here) where you can engage in learning more! While you are at it, grab a freshly brewed specialty coffee at Java Junction just down the hall!-- see you soon!

2 months ago, Lynette Hodges
picture of a wall with 5 colorful sections about Braille Month in January 2026. The first box says January is Braille Literacy month. with english words and Braille. The second box is blue and has the history of Braille with the inventor Louis Braille. the third box is the Braille alphabet and the final box  has math Braille called Nemoth.
NC RESA programs will be closed today, Friday, December 19th. The ESC building will be open.

3 months ago, Marie TenHave
programs are closed today

Ms.Kelly's preschool classroom enjoyed a week full of snow, hot cocoa, s'mores, tinsel exploration, and family time 🎄❤️❄️

3 months ago, Kelly Samuelson
making a snowman
s’mores time
s’mores
yummy
Snow much fun!
Best friends
Tinsel and static exploration
Family event
MoCI has been busy this week! Peers, ancillary activities, and gen ed projects.
3 months ago, Jill Young
Yoga with some of our Perr2Peer friends.
Practicing knife/spreading skills with Miss Katie.
It can be tough, but look at the pride! STEAM class project!