Official Launch of New Beyond Graduation Website
Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) is excited to announce the official launch of a new website for Genesee County residents from ages 14-26. The new website, www.beyondgrad.org will provide access to resources to help them plan for their future.
Whether individuals need assistance with career and college planning, skilled trades, apprenticeship programs, or are looking for transition planning options for students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan, the website provides all of that information in one location.
Students will also have access to financial support resources, including filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and information about the Genesee Opportunity (GO) Stipend, which is FREE money for any high school graduate in Genesee County.
College and Financial Aid Planning
Planning for college, being awarded scholarships, and receiving financial aid is a process! Many seniors are hoping to attend college in the fall after graduation, but they need help staying organized and focused when it comes to filling out college applications, scholarship applications, and most importantly, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
New this year is Michigan’s Community College Guarantee! All high school seniors are eligible to attend community college tuition free, regardless of income, just by completing the FAFSA.
2nd Annual Mental Health Symposium
Genesee Intermediate School District in collaboration with Genesee Health System and local area school districts is hosting the 2nd Annual Mental Health Symposium on October 15, 2024, at the Genesys Conference and Banquet Center, 508 Health Park Blvd., Grand Blanc.
Session 1 will be from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. for all school staff. Session 2 will be from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and is for all school staff unable to attend during the day, as well as for parents and mental health professionals. The deadline to register your staff is Friday, October 4, 2024.
Professional Learning Opportunity
Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) is offering a professional learning opportunity, Adult Learning Principles, on October 21 and October 22, 2024, at the Genesee Career Institute (GCI) Conference Center.
Unlock your potential as we explore a variety of ways to engage adult learners through collaborative structures and intentional interactions. This two-day learning session will focus on practical, real-world applications designed to engage and empower professionals to excel.
Bring a team from your district! All principals, assistant principals, central office administrators, teacher leaders, teachers, facilitators, supervisors, curriculum directors, and trainers are invited to attend.
Read to A Million Challenge
Thank you to all the local public school districts and public school academies for participating in our 2024 Read to A Million Challenge!
We are excited to bring you the final results from all of the reading that was recorded over the summer. Students read over 500,000 pages countywide! Congratulations - we know that the more students that read over the summer, the more prepared and on track they will be when they start school in the fall.
School District Winners:
- 1st Place - Grand Blanc Community Schools
- 2nd Place - Kearsley Community Schools
- 3rd Place - Lake Fenton Community Schools
Public School Academy Winner:
- 1st Place - Woodland Park Academy
Keeping Safety A Priority
As educators, safety is always on our minds. We know that critical incidents can occur at any time and any place.
We also understand that with the proper protocols, the understanding of such, coupled with the proper mode of operation, we can not only be prepared to react, but deter certain critical incidents from occurring.