MacDonald Early Childhood

MacDonald Early Childhood Building houses Head Start, Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), and Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) classrooms. 

Early Childhood Enrollment Information

Preschool Families 

Please call the Early Childhood Center at 586-716-7862 for GSRP and Preschool Options. Visit the ECC website for more information.

ECSE Families

Please call Special Services at 586-949-4513 for approval before doing the online enrollment process. The online registration link can be found on the district homepage. 

Upcoming Events

May 6
Professional Development Day – No Students in Attendance
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Professional Development Day – No Students in Attendance
Date: May 6
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May 23
Half Day All Students
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Half Day All Students
Date: May 23
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May 26
No School – Memorial Day
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No School – Memorial Day
Date: May 26
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May 28
Board of Education - Regular Meeting
7:00 PM
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Board of Education - Regular Meeting
Date: May 28
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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MacDonald Early Childhood - Board Room
June 9
Ashley 4th 5th Grade Breakfast
10:00 AM
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Ashley 4th 5th Grade Breakfast
Date: Jun 9
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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June 10
Half Day All Students
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Half Day All Students
Date: Jun 10
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Middle School and High School Exam Day, PM Teacher Records Day 
June 11
Half Day All Students - Last Day of School
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Half Day All Students - Last Day of School
Date: Jun 11
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Middle School and High School Exam Day End of Fourth Quarter and End of Second Semester

Spotlights

2025 Summer School Programs

Summer School details:

  • June 23rd - August 7th
  • Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 11:30am
  • $200.00 tuition per student (no family discounts)
  • $100.00 tuition - reduced lunch eligible students
  • $0 tuition - free lunch eligible students
  • Transportation fee: $15.00Registration 
  • Deadline: Friday, May 16th 4:00 p.m.

Enrollment Link: https://forms.office.com/r/k179Qb9kzy

2025 Outstanding Teachers of the Year

 Outstanding Teachers of the Year were recognized at the March board meeting. Congratulations and thank you for your commitment to our students. 

  • Elementary - Kelly Moore, Naldrett Elementary
  • Middle School - Ryan Lombardo, Middle School North
  • High School - Anne Harms, Anchor Bay High

Summer Pop Up Classes

It is that time of year again where it is time to register your child for our amazing summer "Pop-Up Classes."

This year we have over 100 different classes your child can pick from. Classes have limited spots and fill up quickly.

Registration deadline is Sunday, June 1.

Link to registration page: https://gofan.co/app/school/MI89886


2025 Education Excellence Award

The Anchor Bay Science Special has been recognized with a 2025 Education Excellence Award, a prestigious honor given to only 10 programs statewide by the SET SEG Foundation in partnership with the Michigan Association of School Boards. This award highlights innovative programs that make a significant impact on student learning.

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Kindergarten Transition Nights

Buildings/Dates:

  • Ashley  - May 1st, 5:00pm
  • Naldrett  - May 1st, 5:00pm
  • Great Oaks  - May 1st, 6:00pm
  • Lighthouse  - May 7th, 5:00pm
  • Maconce  - May 7th, 5:00pm
  • Lottie  - May 8th, 5:30pm

Contact Us

MacDonald Early Childhood

5201 County Line Road
Casco, MI 48064
Phone 586-598-7660

Special Ed

Frank Cusimano
Director
Nicole Ewert
Supervisor
Tammy Hampel
Office Manager
Jennifer Gonzalez
Data Para Professional

School Times

ECSE - AM: 9:00 AM - 11:38 AM
ECSE - PM: 1:13 PM - 3:51 PM
GSRP - 9:00 AM - 3:51 PM
1/2 Day - 9:00 AM - 12:26 PM

 

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Phone: 855-565-2729
Text: 652729
Email: OK2SAY@mi.gov
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