It's National School Counseling week! Be sure to thank a school counselor in your world this week! We are so grateful to have them as a part of our school community, and for the work that they do to support all of our students and staff.

18 days ago, Megan Kelley
National Counselor week slide
Interactive fun at morning circle time in the Brighton ECSE!
18 days ago, Ashley Scherrer
Fun at morning circle time
Community Connect 2026 is a free event connecting Livingston County residents to resources, free services, food, care items and support. It is on February 7, 10am–1pm at 242 Church in Brighton.
18 days ago, PREP Perspectives
"Community Connect 2026” with stylized figures representing people connected in a community.
Preschoolers share their voices by writing their names to answer the question of the day—yes or no to volcanoes! 🌋✍️
18 days ago, Kelsey Mickus
Whiteboard showing a question of the day with preschoolers’ names written under yes or no to share their answers.

We are deeply grateful to Brian and Cole for the behind-the-scenes work done daily, it makes such a difference. Your commitment and pride in what you do, does not go unnoticed.

19 days ago, Merribeth Tognetti
Two men loading a hand cart with a desk
Two men with a loaded hand cart.
Two men secure a desk inside a box truck

We worked on opening packages, using the microwave to pop popcorn and melt chocolate, measuring with cups and spoons, reading and following a recipe! Photo Courtesy of Charlotte Martin

19 days ago, Dennette Kreutzkamp
Three young adults standing around a kitchen island holding bags of popcorn.
The Behavior Initiatives Team provides evidence-based behavior plan training to LESA and local district staff.
20 days ago, Leslie Leemgraven
Behavior team provides training to staff
Purposeful play at work 🎯 Games give students meaningful ways to practice math, communication, and social skills in an engaging, motivating format.
20 days ago, Jaime Oppenlander
Two students playing the game Trouble.
Teen playing the game Sorry.
Preschoolers choose their own classroom “pets” for the week, building responsibility and learning how to care for animals through hands-on play!
20 days ago, Kelsey Mickus
Preschool children sit in a circle on a rug, selecting stuffed animals as classroom pets.

Meet Hartland's February bus driver of the month, Mrs. Baut! A Michigan native who loves her team, summers off, trips up north, staying active and a fresh bag of potato chips! 🚌💛

20 days ago, Erin Wiles
Woman next to a lake with her dog

This post is brought to you by Brooke Esch, Fowlerville High School Teacher.

Hands down, today was one of the best days of my career. Watching one of our athletes be seen, heard, and celebrated is a memory I’ll carry forever.

We had a very special guest in Fowlerville today! Jeff Lindblom from WXYZ-TV Channel 7 stopped by to highlight our Unified Sports program. Watching him interact with our students—and even teaching Jason how to work the camera—was pure magic.

Why this matters:

Inclusion isn't just a buzzword; it’s an action.

Belonging changes lives.

Unified Sports is so much more than just a game.

Our game might have been rescheduled due to the school closing, but the energy is still high! Jeff will be joining us at Howell High School next week to capture the whole team in action. 🏀

A massive thank you to: 🙌 Jeff Minock & the Fans of the Coach Minock Varsity Club Foundation for making these experiences possible. Frazzini Photography for the incredible senior banners and for being so patient and flexible with our kids. Jeff Lindblom, for your kindness and for making Jason feel like a superstar.

23 days ago, Pleasanna Carter
Student getting microphone put on him for an interview
student standing next to basketball photo
Student looking at his basketball poster

Today’s students are tomorrow’s workforce.
Meet them, talk with them, and help shape their career paths at the Youth Employment Fair.
Networking isn’t just about filling positions – it’s about building relationships.
Join us at the Youth Employment Fair. Employer registration is open!
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Youth Employment Fair
📅 April 22, 2026 | ⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Livingston ESA Education Center
1425 W. Grand River Ave., Howell


✔️ Free to register!


📅Register by Feb. 20 to be included on school posters.
(Registration remains open after Feb. 20 for other promotions)
🔗Register: https://app.grouptrail.com/public/sites/22195
🔗Learn More: https://www.livingstonesa.org/o/lesa/page/career-college-readiness

23 days ago, Laura Saline
Network with local talent  image
Learners at the table are building skills in de-escalating conflict and practicing calm communication.
23 days ago, Dennette Kreutzkamp
Four young men sitting around a table.
It may be too cold to play outside, but that didn't stop ECSE students from having a blast with "snow."
23 days ago, Leslie Leemgraven
Playing with snow
Concentrating hard as creativity takes the lead, bringing thoughtful articles together for our PREP newsletter.
24 days ago, Dennette Kreutzkamp
Two young men and a female sitting at a table, working on their laptops.
Students work one-on-one with their teacher, Kim White, using daily communication books to practice choices, self monitoring, and meaningful connection.
24 days ago, Amy Buchler
Student working with teacher
Student sitting at table working with teacher
Cheryl is repping Liv CTE with our new promotional hats!
24 days ago, Laura Saline
Cheryl Judd with hat
This visual schedule breaks routines into clear steps, helping preschoolers understand what comes next and feel confident moving through their day!
24 days ago, Kelsey Mickus
A classroom door displaying a visual schedule with picture cards that show both daily routines and the steps within each routine for preschool children.

Meet our Driver of the Month, Mr. Kreeger!

He has been driving for Hartland for 1.5 years and loves chatting with students. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, kayaking, woodworking, and of course, cherry pie.

24 days ago, Erin Wiles
Man taking a selfie near a lake
LESA staff supporting implementation of First/Then visuals in general education classrooms. First: Do the must-do, Then: Get the want-to. Clear expectations helps promote regulated behavior.
25 days ago, Leslie Leemgraven
Prompts to help students learn what comes next