As October comes to a close, so does AAC Awareness Month. However, that doesn't mean we stop exploring AAC with our complex communicators! Today, we used a Big Mac switch to activate a light up toy during this student's co-treatment therapy with PT, OT, and Speech. The first step in therapy and using AAC is all about engagement, and I'd say we were quite successful with our friend "P" today! #CGRESD #AAC #ourstory
All had fun at the 2nd annual Trunk or Treat hosted by our own Area School staff. The music was jamming, the candy was flowing, and there were smiles all around! #AreaSchool #CGRESD #ourstory
The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-21-year-old students, explores the CTE agriculture barn at the Magnas Center. Our students enjoy seeing the growth of the chickens each week. The chicks started smaller than the palm of our hand. Weeks later, they are bigger than 5 of our palms. The students really enjoy our partnership with CTE Ag. #OurStory #CTE #MOCI #AreaSchool
Join us for our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat at the Clare-Gladwin Area School!
Clare-Gladwin RESD’s Hollie Nash and Nick Winter had the incredible honor of serving as keynote panelists at the annual CMHA Conference in Traverse City!
It was an inspiring opportunity to highlight the impactful work happening in our region and to connect with passionate professionals dedicated to advancing mental health support across Michigan. #CGRESD #ourstory
The Area School MOCI class comprises 15-21-year-old students who use various types of assistive technology to help them be successful and confident in their surroundings, working on projects and socializing with their friends. These resources vary from person to person; some are high-tech, while others are low-tech. Staff and students work together to build our toolboxes. What tools are in your toolbox? #OurStory #MOCI #AreaSchool
We had an amazing Play and Learn Group this week! Our little friends were there and ready to PLAY! #CGRESD #ourstory
In preparation of the implantation of Michigan's Science of Reading Law, the Special Education Department and members of the Teaching and Learning department came together for a professional learning session on Dyslexia, from Tiniyja Burney. #SpecialEd #CGRESD #ourstory
The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-21-year-old students, is learning all about germs in health class with Mr. Tucker. #OurStory #MOCI #AreaSchool
What better way to celebrate AAC Awareness Month than by trialing the first-ever Early On AAC device! The team is SO excited to get started and provide this amazing opportunity for early communication development! #CGRESD #ourstory
At the Area School, sometimes our students need a little help from their friends. This student and teacher are creating a short film to help another student learn how to ride the bus. Thinking outside the box is what we do best. We all have unique gifts, students and staff alike, and we use them together to make great things happen every day.
#OurStory, #AreaSchool, #CGRESD, #MOCI
Teams include up to 4 students and 1 mentor, and thanks to a new REMC + MACUL partnership, $1,000 in support is available for participating teams! Apply by November 1, 2025 to be part of this inspiring event.
Registration can be found here: https://sites.google.com/macul.org/sts-at-the-capitol-2025/home
The Area School staff and Business Office staff came together one afternoon to relax, have fun, and enjoy each other’s company. Everyone had a great time painting, laughing, and getting to know one another better. This activity was part of the PERMAH initiative that CGRESD offers to all employees.
#AreaSchool, #PERMAH, #CGRESD, #Wellness, #OurStory
Students at Beaverton schools were recently introduced to Stop Motion Animation by REMC 5 Director Joe Trommater. Students used modified laptops to create videos by taking many pictures to create the illusion of motion. If you are interested in this for your classroom, contact Joe (jtrommater@cgresd.net)! #CGRESD #ourstory
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You know it was a fun day in Speech when the therapy room looked like a mess!
Preschool students practiced their speech sounds, answered questions, identified prepositions and animals, and built pre literacy skills using a sensory bin activity paired with a book. Assistive technology for seating was also used, featuring the red wobble seat. #CGRESD #ourstory
