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

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April 22
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April 23
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May 6
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May 23
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May 26
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Non-Custodial Parents We are more than happy to cooperate in sending materials home to noncustodial parents, upon request. PLEASE REMEMBER TO INFORM THE SCHOOL AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH SCHOOL YEAR OF YOUR CURRENT ADDRESS AND NEED TO RECEIVE THIS INFORMATION. A call to our building, (586) 598-7660, at the beginning of the new school with the appropriate information is generally all that is required to set the process in motion.
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Preschool Open House

Come to the Open House at ECC on Washington Street on April 15th from 6:15pm-7:30pm.

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

PDF File Please see the attached brochure for a listing and description of the classes.

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
Fax 586-598-7671

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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