Clare-Gladwin RESD

The Area School MoCi class, comprised of 19-to 26-year-old students, wants to send a big thank-you to Hilary Vasher for sharing her dog, Mac, with our students. The class loves quality time with Mac. #CGRESD #ourstory

Joe Trommater, REMC 5 Director, recently shared with teachers from Beaverton some of the REMC tools and games available for checkout in Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot, and Isabella Counties. They got to use the Makey Makey, Edison Robots, Labdiscs, tabletop games, and much more during that time. If you are interested in an opportunity like this, contact Joe Trommater! Visit https://www.cgresd.net/page/remc to learn more! #CGRESD #ourstory #REMC5

Leaders from Clare, Gladwin, and Midland counties met recently to learn how to teach students and teachers to use AI safely and appropriately. Aaron Baughman from Michigan Virtual, the presenter, put it best when he said that if we don't teach students how to use it appropriately, they will only get AI candy, and not their AI vegetables! #CGRESD #ourstory

• Baby, it’s cold outside... but the kitchen is heating up!
  Want to stay active this winter without freezing your toes off? We’re hosting Indoor Pickleball Wednesday’s, and we want YOU to join us!
  Never played? No problem! It’s easy to learn, incredibly social, and way more fun than a boring treadmill session. Whether you’re a total newbie or a seasoned pro, there’s a spot on the court for you.
  How to Join the Team:
  We use the TeamReach app to coordinate games and RSVPs. It’s super simple to get started:
  1.      Download the App:

• iPhone: Click here to download

• Android: Click here to download

• 2.      Enter Our Group Code: 18000PBZ

• 3.      RSVP: Check YES on the calendar and let us know you’re coming!
  🗓️ The Details:
  • When: Wednesday’s throughout the winter. Check the schedule on Team Reach.
  • Time: 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
  • Where: CGRESD Area School Gym
  Tip: If you don't have a paddle yet, don't worry! Just let us know in the app and we’ll make sure there is a spare for you to use.
  See you on the court! 👟🔥
  
  
  

CGRESD and Gladwin Intermediate staff collaborate to teach and encourage inclusion and acceptance through Peer-to-Peer. #CGRESD #Gladwinintervediate #peertopeer #ourstory

Congratulations to the students in Ashley Bontrager's class! They are the 1st place winners of the REMC Podcast Challenge. Students from Fulton High School created "From Students For Students – Suicide Prevention," a powerful, student-led podcast for National Suicide Prevention Month. Through honest conversation and peer-to-peer storytelling, these students are helping break the stigma and remind others they are not alone.
🎧 Watch and listen here: https://youtu.be/I5aFlObHNpY
#OurStory #StudentVoice #SuicidePrevention #PodcastChallenge #YouthMentalHealth #StudentCreated #NationalSuicidePreventionMonth

Continuous improvement teams from Beaverton, Bullock Creek, Clare, Coleman, Farwell, Harrison, Gladwin and CGRESD spent time on Tuesday defining the layers of academic and behavioral support that are provided to our students across the region. By having common definitions and coordinating efforts, we can help all students succeed! #OurStory #MICIP #MTSS

Students in Tammy Hall's new 6th-grade STEM class at Farwell Middle School recently participated in a challenge with the REMC 5 Sphero Indi robots, which are programmed using colored pads. Students first had to program a loop, then create an arch, and program Indi to go through the arch multiple times. Students succeeded in various ways and had creative ways to solve the challenge. #CGRESD #ourstory #REMC5

Clare-Gladwin Area School is grateful for the generous donations provided by local Knights of Columbus councils through the proceeds of their annual Tootsie Roll sales. The Clare Knights of Columbus, represented by Grand Knight Bruce Wentworth; the Harrison Knights of Columbus, represented by Mike Dushan; and the Gladwin Knights of Columbus, represented by Scott Cody and Dave Poxon, presented checks to Area School Principal Beth Wood in support of students and programs at the Area School.

These contributions support students ages 6–26 with moderate cognitive disabilities by helping provide communication tools, sensory supports, classroom materials, playground equipment, and meaningful learning experiences.

Clare-Gladwin RESD and the Clare-Gladwin Area School extend their sincere thanks to the Knights of Columbus for their continued generosity and commitment to students and families across our community. #areaschool #CGRESD #ourstory

The Area School MOCI class, comprising 15-to 21-year-old students, is participating in "Walking Wednesday," a health initiative promoted by the CGRESD Wellness Committee. The students are participating in multiple ways. Students have set a class goal to collectively walk 50 miles by the end of the school year. They also send certificates of achievement to CGRESD staff who participate in the "Walking Wednesday" activity.
#OurStory, #CGRESD, #AreaSchool, #MOCI, #WalkingWednesday

The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-21-year-old students, started two new work sites. Office mail delivery for the CGRESD and working with "The Venue at 501" in Clare. Students practice their independence and leadership skills by picking up and delivering mail and other deliveries within the Area School and Business Office. When at the Venue, students work on various projects such as decorating, setting up, or cleaning up for events. Our students are loving these new experiences. Thank you to "The Venue at 501" and the CGRESD for partnering with us.
#OurStory, #CGRESD, #MOCI, #AreaSchool, #TheVenue, #TheVenueat501

The Area School MOCI class, made up of students ages 15–21, prepared their annual apple cider with a new twist. They also invited a few students from the MOCI 9–15 class to join them. This year, the group added apple cider slushies to the experience, which were a big hit. Joe Trommater stopped by with the CGRESD CTE Agriculture cider press, giving students hands-on experience grinding and pressing apples. After sampling the cider, one student suggested turning it into slushies, and the class happily followed through. Everyone enjoyed both the fresh cider and the slushies.

Thank you to Walraven's Market for partnering with the program and generously donating the apples!
#OurStory, #MOCI, #AreaSchool, #CGRESD, #Walraven

Happy New Year! The Area School MOCI class, made up of students ages 15–21, prepared their annual apple butter. Students reviewed the recipe, checked ingredients against the cupboard inventory, and created a shopping list. This year, apples were cooked with the skins on to preserve extra nutrients, and once blended, the skins were no longer noticeable. The class enjoyed fresh apple butter on toast, and each student took a container home to share with their family. Some was also frozen to enjoy in the new year, giving students the opportunity to learn how freezing food helps extend shelf life.

Thank you to Walraven's Market for generously donating the apples. We appreciate your continued partnership on this project!
#AreaSchool, #MOCI, #CGRESD, #Walraven, #Ourstory

The Area School went to the Clare Ideal Theatre together and watch the animated movie "The Grinch". We all had a great time with all our sensory needs met. Students enjoyed their drinks and popcorn.Thank you to the staff at Ideal Theatre—they were wonderful!
#MOCI, #AreaSchool, #MOCI, #CGRESD, #IdealTheatre