Upcoming Events, District News, & Community Information

Is something missing? Please share with John Ellsworth, GLPS Director of Communications, any additional Recognitions & Acknowledgments you think we should include on this list or upcoming lists – email him at EllsworthJ@GLcomets.net.

The Grand Ledge Emergency Assistance Program (GLEAP) is currently accepting paper applications for its annual Christmas Food Basket program for families residing in the Grand Ledge School District.  Donors in the community (individuals and groups) have volunteered to help provide a food basket during the Christmas season for families in need.  If this would be helpful for your family, please apply by October 28.  You may pick up a paper application in the school’s main office or print one from this link. You may return the completed application to the school’s main office or mail it to the address on the application.  Assistance is not guaranteed and will be given based on the donations received by GLEAP.   You will be notified of eligibility by Dec. 10th by email or text.  

Grand Ledge Public Schools wants to support every student, and regular attendance plays a big role in your child’s learning. We closely monitor explained and unexplained absences to keep records accurate and to offer help when needed.  Here is a one-page summary of the district-wide, consistent attendance policy.  

How absences are counted
 • Documented (AD): A note from a doctor or other professional covers only the dates on the note.
 • Explained (AE): You call or send a note, but there is no professional note.
 • Unexplained (AU): No call or note.

Important thresholds
 • After six full-day undocumented absences in a year, the school will send a truancy letter.
 • After ten full-day undocumented absences in a year, a mandatory meeting with a school official will be required.
 • School-related activities such as field trips or athletics do not count toward truancy.

Families can check PowerSchool to review attendance. If you have professional documentation, send it to the school so we can correct the record. If your family needs assistance with attendance or other things, please contact your child’s school to talk to a counselor, dean of students, or the administration.  The Tri-County Community Health Guide has additional information to support families, and anyone can call 211 when they are unsure where to turn when looking for assistance with a problem.

Please use the Symptom Screener daily. Children and staff should stay home when appropriate to keep everyone healthy.