Crisis Intervention Training Held in Fremont
We were honored to host the Crisis Intervention Team introductory training yesterday, in partnership with the City of Fremont and the City of Newaygo Police Departments.
This collaborative initiative brings together law enforcement, mental health professionals, and community members to improve responses to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis and reduce stigma. The training featured experts in mental health, law enforcement procedures, court systems, and homelessness, and concluded with group scenarios to apply what was learned.
We look forward to seeing this program grow and expand to further support the evolving needs of our community.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this impactful day possible!
We were honored to host the Crisis Intervention Team introductory training yesterday, in partnership with the City of Fremont and the City of Newaygo Police Departments.
This collaborative initiative brings together law enforcement, mental health professionals, and community members to improve responses to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis and reduce stigma. The training featured experts in mental health, law enforcement procedures, court systems, and homelessness, and concluded with group scenarios to apply what was learned.
We look forward to seeing this program grow and expand to further support the evolving needs of our community.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this impactful day possible!
Last week NC RESA hosted the first Transition Network meeting of this school year. We are thankful for great partners including Ready for Life that was able to share information on a post-secondary option for students with disability in partnership with several Michigan colleges and universities. NC RESA Special Education team also honored Danielle Bennett from Disability Network as an Outstanding Community Partner.
Join our team and find joy in supporting students as a job coach!
Java Junction, NC RESA's new student ran coffee business had their soft opening this week. Java Junction offers a supported Work Based Learning opportunity for students across Newaygo County. Thank you to our local superintendents for stopping by on Friday to support their students.
The first week is in the books! What an exciting start to a year full of learning, growth, and fun! Please click the link to see a video collage of the many adventures of our Preschoolers!! First Week of Preschool Video
Last Friday, was BPA Kick Off as second year BPA members shared why they joined BPA, the benefits and experiences to Business Management, Accounting, Graphics, IT and Health students. Officer applications and membership applications are in full swing. Can't wait to see who will make up the leadership team this year let alone our chapter members!
Ms. Dunn's AM Business Management students put their manager hats on today as they reviewed Customer Complaint Makeover's . They had to chose which "employee" they would keep or give a raise to as they reviewed the professional responses where they had to turn a negative customer complaint around while protecting the company's image. Many had new learning as they used Whiteboard to collaborate online to type what it looks like for traditional customer service vs. digital customer service.
Play for ALL! 🎉 White Cloud Preschool is excited to open our brand-new inclusive playground—where every child can play, explore, and belong.
Join Disability Network this coming Wednesday September 17th for the Ignite Fire Peer Group. This month young adults will be celebrating with hot dogs and support pets. The location of the event is NC RESA Educational Service Center - 4747 W 48th St Fremont MI 49412. The event is from 5:30 pm -6:30 pm. Scan the QR code for more information.
On Friday, our Community Play & Learn group had such an amazing time exploring Riverfront Park! Families walked the paved trail with magnifying glasses in hand, searching for all sorts of interesting things in nature. 🐛🍂🔍
Along the way, we stopped by the granary and got to witness trucks being filled with corn — such a neat, real-world learning moment! 🚜🌽 To top it off, one of the truck drivers came over and surprised the kids with FREE hats. Their smiles said it all.
What a wonderful day of discovery, learning, and community connection!
Along the way, we stopped by the granary and got to witness trucks being filled with corn — such a neat, real-world learning moment! 🚜🌽 To top it off, one of the truck drivers came over and surprised the kids with FREE hats. Their smiles said it all.
What a wonderful day of discovery, learning, and community connection!
Celebrating Building Bridges Preschool Open House this past week! It was a success, welcoming a new group of preschoolers and their families at Grant and Hesperia's Open house on Wednesday evening. We were able to collaborate with the Great start Collaborative to have a book table at each of our centers!
Celebrating Building Bridges Preschool Open House this past week! It was a success, welcoming a new group of preschoolers and their families at Fremont, Neway, and White Cloud Open House on Thursday evening!! We were able to collaborate with the Great start Collaborative to have a book table at each of our centers!
🧹 Meet Michelle — Our Custodial Star!
Michelle has been a dedicated member of our custodial team for 3½ years. She’s now transitioning from the Career-Tech Center to Fremont Center Preschool, where she’ll help create a safe, welcoming space for our youngest learners.
Her expertise in maintaining clean, organized environments supports staff and students alike. Michelle is excited to build new connections and contribute to a productive school year. We’re grateful for her adaptability and all she brings to the team!
⏰ What time is it? SNACK TIME! 🍎
We’re excited to welcome our Preschoolers back!
Snacks do more than fill tummies—they fuel learning, boost moods, and build community. From counting grapes to sharing crackers, snack time helps kids grow in every way.
Let’s celebrate the power of a good snack!
🧹Meet the Custodian Crew: Featuring Kayla !
This week, we are pleased to introduce Kayla, who has been with NC RESA custodial team for two years. Kayla works in the Neway building, where she ensures a safe and clean environment for our preschoolers.
Kayla is recognized for her commitment to her job and her evident pride in her work. She approaches each day with a positive attitude and a welcoming smile, consistently encouraging those around her with her optimism.
Kayla's connection to NC RESA began when she attended the Career-Tech Center Construction Trades Program. During her time there she was honored with the Breaking Traditions Award and Gavin Sima Award, highlighting her dedication and excellence.
Kayla's favorite aspect of her position is creating safe and clean spaces for students, staff, and the community. She enjoys the challenges her role presents and takes full ownership of her responsibilities, striving to maintain a high standard in everything she does. Everyone needs a Kayla on their team!
This week, we are pleased to introduce Kayla, who has been with NC RESA custodial team for two years. Kayla works in the Neway building, where she ensures a safe and clean environment for our preschoolers.
Kayla is recognized for her commitment to her job and her evident pride in her work. She approaches each day with a positive attitude and a welcoming smile, consistently encouraging those around her with her optimism.
Kayla's connection to NC RESA began when she attended the Career-Tech Center Construction Trades Program. During her time there she was honored with the Breaking Traditions Award and Gavin Sima Award, highlighting her dedication and excellence.
Kayla's favorite aspect of her position is creating safe and clean spaces for students, staff, and the community. She enjoys the challenges her role presents and takes full ownership of her responsibilities, striving to maintain a high standard in everything she does. Everyone needs a Kayla on their team!
🧹Meet the Custodian Crew: Featuring Kay!
At NC RESA we’re proud to have an incredible team behind the scenes keeping our spaces clean, welcoming and ready for action. Today we’re shining the spotlight on Kay, a valued member of our custodian crew who has been with us for 5 years.
You will most often find Kay in our ESC Building where she works her magic – literally! Whether she’s creating beautiful setups for meetings, sanitizing rooms after classes and events, or tidying up office spaces, Kay brings care and attention to every detail.
When asked about her favorite part of the job, Kay mentioned that she enjoys working with the custodial team during the summer and waxing floors.
Her dedication helps make NC RESA a comfortable and professional environment for staff, students, and visitors. We’re so grateful for everything she does!
Stay tuned as we continue to introduce more of our amazing custodian crew. 👏
At NC RESA we’re proud to have an incredible team behind the scenes keeping our spaces clean, welcoming and ready for action. Today we’re shining the spotlight on Kay, a valued member of our custodian crew who has been with us for 5 years.
You will most often find Kay in our ESC Building where she works her magic – literally! Whether she’s creating beautiful setups for meetings, sanitizing rooms after classes and events, or tidying up office spaces, Kay brings care and attention to every detail.
When asked about her favorite part of the job, Kay mentioned that she enjoys working with the custodial team during the summer and waxing floors.
Her dedication helps make NC RESA a comfortable and professional environment for staff, students, and visitors. We’re so grateful for everything she does!
Stay tuned as we continue to introduce more of our amazing custodian crew. 👏
At the fairgrounds in the sun, E-I-E-I-O!
We brought some books and had some fun, E-I-E-I-O!
With a fun pop here, and a book there,
Here a smile, there a goat, everywhere some dusty toes —
At the fairgrounds in the sun, E-I-E-I-O!
The Great Start crew was out in force, E-I-E-I-O!
FISH and PAT joined in, of course, E-I-E-I-O!
With resources here, and programs there,
We helped connect with loving care—
For little ones and families too, E-I-E-I-O!
Over 350 kids came to play, E-I-E-I-O!
With books and popsicles to make their day, E-I-E-I-O!
With a moo-moo here, and a cluck-cluck there ,
We braved the heat with time to spare—
At Kid’s Day full of cheer, E-I-E-I-O!
We brought some books and had some fun, E-I-E-I-O!
With a fun pop here, and a book there,
Here a smile, there a goat, everywhere some dusty toes —
At the fairgrounds in the sun, E-I-E-I-O!
The Great Start crew was out in force, E-I-E-I-O!
FISH and PAT joined in, of course, E-I-E-I-O!
With resources here, and programs there,
We helped connect with loving care—
For little ones and families too, E-I-E-I-O!
Over 350 kids came to play, E-I-E-I-O!
With books and popsicles to make their day, E-I-E-I-O!
With a moo-moo here, and a cluck-cluck there ,
We braved the heat with time to spare—
At Kid’s Day full of cheer, E-I-E-I-O!
What do you get when you mix rubber ducks, a waterslide, and a great cause? A quacktastic fundraiser, of course!
On Friday, July 11th, United Way of the Lakeshore and Michigan’s Adventure teamed up for a splashy event to support the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Newaygo, Muskegon, and Oceana Counties.
Supporters adopted rubber ducks that raced down the waterslide at Michigan’s Adventure water park — and those little ducks made a big impact!
The event raised enough to provide 72,000 books to over 6,000 children across our communities!
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library mails free books to children from birth to age five every month, nurturing a love of reading right from the start. In Newaygo County, approximately 575 children are currently enrolled and receiving books each month.
That’s 575 little learners building home libraries and big imaginations!
A huge THANK YOU to United Way and Michigan’s Adventure for your creativity, generosity, and commitment to early literacy.
On Friday, July 11th, United Way of the Lakeshore and Michigan’s Adventure teamed up for a splashy event to support the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Newaygo, Muskegon, and Oceana Counties.
Supporters adopted rubber ducks that raced down the waterslide at Michigan’s Adventure water park — and those little ducks made a big impact!
The event raised enough to provide 72,000 books to over 6,000 children across our communities!
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library mails free books to children from birth to age five every month, nurturing a love of reading right from the start. In Newaygo County, approximately 575 children are currently enrolled and receiving books each month.
That’s 575 little learners building home libraries and big imaginations!
A huge THANK YOU to United Way and Michigan’s Adventure for your creativity, generosity, and commitment to early literacy.
What a fantastic turnout!
Over 50 children and caregivers joined us today at Riverfront Park in Newaygo for our Play and Learn group!
The kids had a blast blowing bubbles, making slime, and enjoying outdoor gross motor play. Families also explored the trail between the parks and discovered all kinds of fascinating critters along the way.
Today was extra special as we celebrated Ms. Sharon before her retirement at the end of the month. We shared cupcakes, watermelon, and lots of smiles as we honored her incredible work with our families.
Everyone went home with a goodie bag and a copy of the book “If You’re Happy and You Know It.”
Thank you to all who joined us for such a joyful day of connection, play, and celebration!
🌞Summer Cleaning is underway at White Cloud Center. As the school year winds down and students head off for a well-deserved break, our dedicated custodial team is gearing up for an important task - summer cleaning! Making sure every corner of our schools are getting the attention they deserve.
A big thank-you to our custodial staff for their hard work and commitment to excellence.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back to a sparkling clean school in the new year. Until then, enjoy your summer! 🌴
