We are so proud to feature Naomi, a fantastic student from our PREP program who is participating in Work-Based Learning (WBL)!

Here you see Naomi meeting with her job coach to review her WBL evaluation. This one-on-one feedback is a cornerstone of our program. It's a valuable opportunity to celebrate progress and identify areas for growth.

5 months ago, Pleasanna Carter
Job Coach Amanda and Work -Based Learning Student, Naomi

A fresh start in a fresh space! Our Director Alana and PREP teachers, Liz, Charlotte and Christine greet students from the front desk of our new Fowlerville facility.

5 months ago, Dennette Kreutzkamp
Four educators standing and smiling together at the front desk in a business-like school setting.

Focused and hard at work, Nick completes a task to help a teacher, in a calm and organized space.

5 months ago, Amy Buchler
A student sitting at a desk
A photo from the end of Aiden's Work-Based Learning rotation that is extra special! This marks the completion of our first rotation with Diversified, a new WBL site.

When Mike (the owner) came on board this fall, he was upfront about his reservations. But watching Aiden shine, Mike was sold in less than a few weeks. Aiden got the privilege of polishing the showroom truck after earning Mike's trust—it’s an incredible example of how Work-Based Learning truly works: it cultivates independence and personal growth in students while strengthening our local business community.

Thank you, Mike and Diversified, for giving it a shot!
5 months ago, Pleasanna Carter
Learner Aiden with Mike Owner of Diversified standing in front of showroom truck

We have many opportunities within our company to grow!
Jody G is putting that into action by leaving Brighton RTC to join Howell RTC as a mechanic!
Congratulations Jody!

5 months ago, Crystal Walker

A Hartland student got a full look at life as a Residential Superintendent—from start to finish! Huge thanks to Chestnut Development on Liv Co Job Shadow Day!

5 months ago, Laura Saline
Chestnut Development truck and staff with Job Shadow Day student
Student and Builder on residential home site
Student watches builder hang cabinets
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Purposeful play is powerful! During a pumpkin-face activity, one of our students used his AAC device to choose parts and share "put on". 🎃💬
5 months ago, Jaime Oppenlander
Student using communication device and building a pumpkin with potato head pieces.

Cognitive Coaching is in full swing today at the Ed Center. This group of Instructional Coaches, Administrators and Support Staff are leaning into meaningful conversations, collaboration, and growth on behalf of the learners they serve in Livingston County 📚

5 months ago, Merribeth Tognetti
The goal of Cognitive Coaching is to develop one’s identity and capacity as a Mediator of Thinking 💭
Two women leading Cognitive Coaching
Conference Room full of Support Staff
Conference Room

Our little firefighter is busy saving the day during dramatic play time!

5 months ago, Kelsey Mickus
A young child dressed as a firefighter holds toy tools while playing in a classroom area.
A dedicated LESA Pinckney team (L-R: Amy Uphouse, Beth Gehring, Julie Budd and Adrienne Smith) meets to collaborate on plans for supporting a student, gathered around laptops and resources in a warm, welcoming classroom setting.
5 months ago, Amy Buchler
Pinckney staff prepared for a meeting.
Cozy readers enjoying books together in their classroom library nook 📚🏡✨
5 months ago, Kelsey Mickus
Two young children sit in a cozy reading nook looking at books.
A student using descriptive language to assist with drawing a preferred item, a fire truck.
5 months ago, Amy Buchler
A student describing what he wants staff to draw for his journal time.

Howell has a brand new driver!
Congratulations to Gretchen Hines!
She passed her driving test last Thursday and has taken route #68!

5 months ago, Crystal Walker
Early College students learning how to create the perfect cover letter.
5 months ago, Merribeth Tognetti
Teacher and student student sitting at table
Table full of students creating their cover letters

🚌 Bus lane construction complete! Staff received lunch, directors played “Pathway Uber,” and the superintendents cooked like a pro. Thank you!

5 months ago, Jaime Oppenlander
Women gather meals for her staff who couldn't make it outside.
Man cooking at the grill and serving a lady.
Grill stations and tables with staff eating in the bus lanes.
Abbey enjoying a story by Sharron during library time at Pathway.
5 months ago, Amy Buchler
Student being read a book at the library
Learning together, supporting better—Early Childhood educators exploring Multi-Tiered Systems of Support in action!
5 months ago, Kelsey Mickus
Learning together, supporting better—Early Childhood educators exploring Multi-Tiered Systems of Support in action!
Learning together, supporting better—Early Childhood educators exploring Multi-Tiered Systems of Support in action!
Learning together, supporting better—Early Childhood educators exploring Multi-Tiered Systems of Support in action!
Access matters! Using keyboards as alternative pencils lets students explore writing freely and build early literacy skills without pressure. ✏️
5 months ago, Jaime Oppenlander
Student and teaching assistant sit at table. Student is using a keyboard, while the assistant scribes.
Sydney looking at a book during independent reading time in her classroom.
5 months ago, Amy Buchler
A student looking at a book
Full bellies and happy hearts make for the best learners.
5 months ago, Livingston ESA
Little boy smiling and eating cheerios.