We’d like to give a huge thank you to our incredible team from Char-Em ISD who support students here at East Jordan Public Schools! Their dedication, expertise, and care make such a difference every day.
Today we are celebrating Emily and Chelsea, our amazing Communities In Schools site coordinators! These two work tirelessly to support our students and families—helping connect them with resources, offering a listening ear, and ensuring every child feels seen, supported, and ready to succeed.
A Celebration of Corn Across the Americas
Students from the Title VI and EL programs, the Anishinaabemowin Native Language class and the Spanish Department celebrated Indigenous Peoples' day with a focus on the importance of corn in the Americas. Students moved through a variety of hands-on activities like grinding corn using Anishinaabek and Mesoamerican grinding instruments, beading, cooking, and reading or playing corn-inspired games. Amanda Weinert was a guest speaker, and she gave a presentation on the importance of corn or maandamin in Anishinaabek cuisine and culture. Mrs. Lyons and Ms. Lewis made enough Three Sisters Soup for to offer to staff at both buildings, and Mrs. Lyons also made a batch of the ever-popular pozole for students and staff to enjoy at the middle high school. Spanish Honor Society members Riley Roberts and Maddyson Towns teamed up with Emma Shelly from the Anishinaabemowin language class to pass out samples to students and staff at lunch. The ears of corn featured below was harvested from the Mino'de Kitigaaning/Happy Heart Garden at the elementary school and was planted and harvested by EJES students.
Students from the Title VI and EL programs, the Anishinaabemowin Native Language class and the Spanish Department celebrated Indigenous Peoples' day with a focus on the importance of corn in the Americas. Students moved through a variety of hands-on activities like grinding corn using Anishinaabek and Mesoamerican grinding instruments, beading, cooking, and reading or playing corn-inspired games. Amanda Weinert was a guest speaker, and she gave a presentation on the importance of corn or maandamin in Anishinaabek cuisine and culture. Mrs. Lyons and Ms. Lewis made enough Three Sisters Soup for to offer to staff at both buildings, and Mrs. Lyons also made a batch of the ever-popular pozole for students and staff to enjoy at the middle high school. Spanish Honor Society members Riley Roberts and Maddyson Towns teamed up with Emma Shelly from the Anishinaabemowin language class to pass out samples to students and staff at lunch. The ears of corn featured below was harvested from the Mino'de Kitigaaning/Happy Heart Garden at the elementary school and was planted and harvested by EJES students.
Today we are celebrating two amazing members of our elementary school team!
Mrs. Thomas brings such care and calm to every situation, keeping our students healthy, comforted, and ready to learn. Whether it’s a scraped knee, a tummy ache, or just a student needing a reassuring smile, she’s always there to help.
Mrs. Southerton supports the emotional well-being of our students every day, offering guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear. Her work helps our students grow in confidence, resilience, and kindness.
We’re so grateful for both of these incredible women who care deeply about our students and make a difference in their lives every single day.
Mrs. Thomas brings such care and calm to every situation, keeping our students healthy, comforted, and ready to learn. Whether it’s a scraped knee, a tummy ache, or just a student needing a reassuring smile, she’s always there to help.
Mrs. Southerton supports the emotional well-being of our students every day, offering guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear. Her work helps our students grow in confidence, resilience, and kindness.
We’re so grateful for both of these incredible women who care deeply about our students and make a difference in their lives every single day.
A huge thank-you to our amazing Title team — Mrs. Smith, Miss Arquette, Mrs. Bearden, Mrs. Kraemer, Mrs. Ziebarth, and Mrs. Ogden! They support students through small-group learning and bring that same care and positivity to the playground every day. We’re so grateful for all the ways they help our students learn, grow, and have fun!
On Sunday, the East Jordan Bands will be holding their first annual Halloween Concert at 3pm in the EJMHS auditorium. Music will have a spooky theme and all band students are invited to play the concert in their Halloween costume.
Today, we are shining the spotlight on our incredible Specials Team — the creative, energetic, and inspiring educators who make learning come alive in so many unique ways! Together, this amazing team helps our students learn, grow, and explore the world from every angle. Thank you for bringing so much heart, creativity, and passion to East Jordan Schools! Huge shoutout to Mrs. Barrera, Mrs. Gee, Mr. Kelts, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs. Sarya, Mrs. Spence, and Mr. Ziebarth!
We want to give a huge shoutout to our incredible Special Education team — Mrs. Seelye, Mrs. Hatfield, Mrs. Matelski, and Mrs. Bolser! Their patience, creativity, and dedication help every student feel supported and valued. Thank you for all you do to make East Jordan a place where every learner can shine!
Elementary students get free admission to the football game tonight with a paying adult. Come cheer on our Red Devil football team!
We’re celebrating our amazing 6th grade teachers, Mr. Boyer and Mrs. Petrie! Their commitment to learning through adventure, curiosity, and teamwork makes 6th grade an unforgettable finish of the elementary experience. Whether exploring new ideas or tackling challenges together, these two turn every day into an exciting learning journey!
Our amazing 5th grade team—Mrs. Jarvie, Mr. Joy, and Mrs. Pray—bring energy, creativity, and heart to everything they do! Whether they’re diving into science experiments, guiding thoughtful discussions, or sharing plenty of laughs, they make 5th grade a fantastic place to learn and grow.
Our fabulous 4th grade team is moving full steam ahead! Mrs. Kerr, Mrs. Walker, and Miss Skop bring deep thinking, kindness, joy, and thoughtfulness to everything they do. Their classrooms are filled with curiosity, laughter, and a love for learning — we can’t wait to see all the great things their 4th graders will accomplish this year
The Elementary School Proud party is fast approaching! Students have been working hard to earn a fun day at school and it will be happening on November 25. We will also be giving students prizes. If you would like to help out with purchasing prizes please use the link or QR code to check out our wish list. https://tinyurl.com/EJESWishlist
Big shoutout to our awesome 3rd grade crew — Miss Fitzpatrick, Mrs. Poel, and Mr. Thomas! Their classrooms are full of laughter, creativity, and hands-on learning every single day. Whether it’s tackling new challenges or celebrating big wins, these three make 3rd grade a pretty great place to be!
Our 3rd–6th graders enjoyed a visit from Great Lakes Energy, where Mike and Dave shared their expertise about electricity and safety. Through their engaging Powertown demonstration, students learned how to stay safe during storms and what to do if power lines are down. A big thank-you to Mrs. Rogers, Mrs. Gee, and Mr. Kelts for organizing this exciting and educational event!
This week we’re celebrating our amazing 2nd grade team — Ms. Sladick, Mrs. Rykse, Mrs. Foley, and Mrs. Greenman! These dedicated educators fill their classrooms with creativity, care, and a love for learning every single day. From helping students build confidence to making lessons come alive, they make East Jordan a wonderful place to grow!
Meet Mrs. Crain , Mrs. Fleshman, and Miss Harrington — our amazing first grade teachers! Their classrooms are full of curiosity, laughter, and a love for learning. We’re so thankful for all they do to help our students grow and shine!
Our kindergarten assistants make learning fun and every day a little brighter! Mrs. Streufert, Mrs. Caverly, Mrs. Thompson and Mrs. Crowe are always ready to lend a hand, share a smile, and help our youngest students learn and grow. We’re so thankful for their kindness and teamwork!
Big hearts and bright smiles fill our kindergarten classrooms thanks to Mrs. Anderson, Mr. Bergmann, Mrs. Kauffman and Mrs. Patten! With a perfect mix of fun, learning, and care, they help our littlest Red Devils grow curious minds, kind hearts, and a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
Thank you, Miss Susan, Miss Bella, and Miss Ann, for filling our four year old GSRP preschool with kindness, creativity, and joy! Each day in their classroom is bursting with songs, stories, giggles, and discovery — a happy place where little learners grow, play, and shine bright.
