Unchanged diapers and understaffed classrooms are among the accusations made against the preschool and childcare center.
District leaders gave an update on the projects being paid for by a $23.5 million bond that voters approved in May.
This is the final of three stories bringing the responses all six East Lansing Board of Education candidates gave to questions ELi asked them
This is the second of three stories bringing the responses all six East Lansing Board of Education candidates gave to questions ELi asked them.
This is the first of three stories bringing the responses all six East Lansing Board of Education candidates gave to questions ELi asked them.
Reporter Mark Pontoni captured last week’s homecoming festivities through photos.
Coach Heather Stanley is optimistic about this year’s team.
Four recent high school graduates from East Lansing were among those selected.
The Trojans will look to capture a fourth consecutive CAAC-Blue title.
Despite being down several swimmers, the ELHS Trojans girls swim team took home first place at the Holt Invitational.
The Trojans boys tennis team lost some key contributors from last year’s team that earned its way into the state tournament, but returning players are ready to step up.
Precios Armstrong comes to the position with more than 25 years of experience in education and a doctorate in educational leadership.
According to the MSAN’s about page, “MSAN is a national coalition of multiracial school districts learning, growing, and working together toward the goal of improving access, opportunity, and achievement for students of color.”
After experiencing issues with its previous custodial service provider, ELPS switched back to in-house services. Billy Hastings and his team have since cleaned up the district.
Richardson, who grew up in Lansing, will move back to the area to take over as Glencairn Elementary School principal.
The filing deadline is July 23 and four school board seats will be up for grabs in November’s election.
The Trojans girls soccer team started to find its identity late in the season, a development coach Jeff Lyon hopes carries over to next year.
2022 ELHS graduate Marie Adele Grosso is still unsure if she’ll be allowed to return to Columbia University after protesting against Israeli military actions.
ELHS Lacrosse Coach William Wismer looked for his team to accomplish three goals this season: Improve as players, improve the team culture and improve the young men in the program. Wismer proudly said this year’s squad met its goals.
While the state’s budget has not yet been finalized, ELPS Director of Finance Rich Pugh gave an update on proposed school funding.
After a hate crime that targeted LGBTQIA+ students was committed on MSU’s campus, ELPS students and staff rallied to support the district’s queer students.
The ELHS girls tennis team will compete at the two-day state tournament, which kicks off today in Grand Rapids.
The murals are designed to remind elementary students of the STEP problem solving routine utilized by the school district.
ELPS is looking to increase the diversity of its staff, as just 12 of the district’s 300 teachers are Black.
East Lansing Public Schools has launched a program that it hopes will help address the teacher shortage, and increase diversity among educators.
The East Lansing Public Schools Board of Education discussed the possibility of later passing a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and Israel at its May board meeting.
With over 4,600 votes cast, more than two-thirds of voters approved of the bond proposal.
The Monday, April 22 Board of Education meeting was the last for ELPS before voters will decide on a $23.5 million school bond proposal.
The summit will be open to ELPS students and other community members.
A look at how East Lansing schools would spend the $23.5 million in the bond proposal, if voters approve it at the May special election.
The school board heard from Donley Elementary School Principal Tracey Barton and others on strategies to encourage good behavior.
Documents show the process followed when ELPS hired an administrator’s son at an elevated pay rate.
East Lansing and MSU star basketball player Klarissa Bell now teaches in the school district she grew up in.
The East Lansing Board of Education again heard from the union the district’s administrative assistants are part of at its March 11 meeting.
Several members of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, which East Lansing School District administrators belong to, showed up at the Feb. 26 Board of Education meeting.
MacDonald Middle School student Cayla Hawkins set a new state record in the 400-meter race.
If approved, the “safety, security, accessibility bond” will go toward improvements at ELHS and MMS as well as a new central office building.
MSU graduate, Chloe Wolma, is spending her gap year working with ELHS students to find their way after high school.
MacDonald Middle School Principal Amy Martin and Associate Principal John Atkinson gave a presentation on restorative justice techniques used by the school at the Monday, Jan. 22 East Lansing Board of Education meeting.
Last school year, 41 ELPS students experienced homelessness. School staff works to ensure students experiencing homelessness have the tools necessary to meet their academic potential.
Chris Martin is elected school board president during the Jan. 8 meeting.
Dec. 11 school board meeting also included reports from the superintendent and Glencairn Elementary staff.
The Monday school board meeting included reports on the district, high school and Whitehills Elementary School.
The regular meeting of the school board also included a report on plans of the local chapter of MSAN.
The Oct. 23 meeting included a presentation by the ELHS principal, adoption of 24 board policy revisions and approval of a bond proposal for security enhancements.
Majority of the four-hour meeting was spent interviewing the six candidates for the trustee position vacated by Monica Fink.
The board is expected to also approve a separation agreement with suspended middle school physical education teacher, Dennis Petrowitz.
Those interested in applying for the open trustee position have until noon Friday to submit an application.
Public comment is on the agenda for the 12:30 p.m. meeting. Comments about the suspension of the middle school teacher are anticipated.
ELPS community has been responding to the recent five-day suspension of Dennis Petrowitz and is planning a “No More Harm” demonstration on Friday.
The team’s goal is to bring together dozens of parent voices and communicate with the school district through a single channel.
Building lasting relationships, supporting students and creating a safe environment are goals all three bring to their new positions.
Only three candidates applied for the seat vacated by Amanda Cormier, and then one dropped out.
Patricia Kroth, who retired in June, has left a lasting mark on the band program and thousands of students.
ELi has learned East Lansing Public Schools Board Trustee Amanda Cormier has tendered her resignation from the board. A special school board meeting is scheduled for 4 p.m. today (Aug. 4) to develop a process for her replacement. Cormier won her seat in November 2022, along with Trustees Terah Chambers, Kath Edsall and Tali Faris-Hylen,…
Parents also gave a presentation on the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) initiative during the fast-paced regular meeting.
Nominations are due Aug. 6 for the annual awards celebration and fundraiser planned for May 2024.
The nonprofit organization teaches the game of football, but also promotes “sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, responsibility, and self-discipline.”
The high school is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for all students.
Six retiring educators and staff and the Michigan Lottery Educator of the Year recipient were all recognized during the June 12 meeting.
A local resident pushed the school district to open the facility for regular public use.
The official grand opening of the renovated Patriarche Park pickleball facility is Thursday but, once the nets went up last week, there was no stopping the enthusiasts from playing.
Eleven track team members have qualified to compete in the state championships Saturday, June 3, at Rockford High School.
Ashley Schwarzbek takes the leadership reins at the high school after some challenging times during the school year.
A long conversation about bias, responsibility and moving forward as a community preceded the school board’s unanimous decision to approve Ashley Schwarzbek as the next principal of ELHS.
The recommendation will go before the ELPS Board of Education in a special meeting this week or next week.
A long-time physical education teacher has issued an apology after the May 10 matter.
Board hears about the professional learning experiences teachers participated in during the school year.
ChatGPT has taken the ability for cheating to a whole new level.
Recent tensions, anger are not seen at the April 24 meeting, as the school board recognizes theater students, talks Graduation Alliance program and much more.
Every member of the team qualified for nationals and have the chance to travel to Louisville, Kentucky.
Senior players are forced to retire early from matches in order to make graduation.
FOIA response shows fact-checking notes taken by Superintendent Dori Leyko.
Superintendent Dori Leyko lays out the safety steps taken so far; public comments indicate parents want more.
Despite efforts of an experienced facilitator, frustrations dominated the team-building session.
Superintendent Dori Leyko gave a detailed update on security measures that have been implemented in the district.
Superintendent Dori Leyko has provided ELi more information about the hiring process that was used.
An email leaked to ELi provides details on what Superintendent Dori Leyko says led to Shannon Mayfield’s resignation.
Superintendent Dori Leyko cites “privacy and confidentiality reasons” for providing little information.
A single threat of violence led to the emergency closure of EL schools and locking of City Hall doors.
This article has been updated throughout the day.
District officials will communicate more information later today.
ELPS administrators and Black parents and mentors paint differing pictures of the easing tensions.
The process used for filling the vacant position was decided out of sight of the public.
The deadline to apply is coming up fast: Feb. 24 at 4 p.m.
What happened at Monday’s school board meeting? ELi catches you up on the leadership shake-up and expressed public concerns.
Randy Talifarro’s first formal statement as East Lansing’s interim city manager was about the killings on MSU’s campus.
ELi spoke with MSU Prof. Glenn Stutzky to get his take on ongoing concerns in East Lansing’s public schools.
The ever-growing group helps students build critical-thinking skills.
In-depth digging (and lots of capitalizations) raise concerns about this foundation.
Trustee Monica Fink is calling out transparency problems with East Lansing’s school board. We explain her objections and the backdrop.
Kath Edsall resigned as president rather than facing a vote to remove her. A new safety plan was presented and public comment brought many strong comments. ELi brings you details from the four-hour meeting.
The ELPS district and ELEF devoted $35,000 for K5 classrooms to buy books this year.