July Parent Letter

Letter from Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross

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Discover Your Child's Future: New Magnet & Multilingual Schools Now Open for Registration!

Our district is excited to announce the launch of new magnet schools and programs and a dual language immersion school. These innovative schools offer specialized academic experiences, with the dual-language school providing a rich multilingual environment. We're confident these new options will foster academic excellence and prepare all students for success in a globalized world.

  • Ford STEAM Early Learning Center
  • Holmes STEAM Elementary
  • YCMS IB Program
  • YCHS IB Program
  • Ypsilanti Puentes Multilingual School

Ypsilanti Puentes Multilingual School and logo Ypsilanti Community Schools Magnet Schools Logo

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July 25 Friday Family Day in the Park Locaton West Will Park 2099 Tyler Rd Time 3-6 pm Free BBQ Dinner in partnership with Comer Health Ozone House, MBK Warehours Meet Up Eat Up All Summer Evernts are Meet Up and Eat Up meal sites for children 19 & younger
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The report below COVID-19 cases reported to schools by parents/guardians and staff. Schools are required to report cases to their assigned Local Health Department.

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Kindergarten and Spanish Immersion

Kindergarten and Spanish Immersion Registration

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten Registration It's that time of year again Register Now

Link to Kindergarten Registration

Spanish Immersion Registration

Spanish Immersion at YCS K-4th Grade in Fall Register Now

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Ypsilanti Community Schools Celebrated 6 Years of Accreditation

Ypsilanti Community Schools’s accreditation was granted by Cognia™, a nonprofit improvement organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers.

Link to more information:about the Cognia System of Distinction Award

Link to the Press Release #1

Link to the Press Release #2

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Join Us For Breakfast

Good Morning Join Us for Breakfast Breakfast Times: YCMS-7:10-7:45am Wima/WIHI - 7:20-8:40am High School - 7:30-8:30am ACCE - 7:45-8:15am Perry - 8:20-9:00am Ford - 8:30-9:15am Beatty - 8:45-9:15am Holmes - 9:00-9:30am Erickson & YIES - 9:15-9:45am Estabrook - 9:20-10:00am Breakfast Bingo play everyday plus food item pictures

Served daily, all meals, no Charge for Students


Regional Alliance for Healthy Schools - University of Michigan for Healthy Schools

School-Based Health Center
 

  • YCHS contact phone number:  734-221-1007
  • YCMS contact phone number:  734-221-2271

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1975

Ypsilanti Community Schools is in full compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1975, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in District programs, services, and activities. The District's policy manual for Section 504 can be found on the District's website.

RAHS at YCMS Information

YCS Sex Education

Advisory Board

We are seeking YCS parent input before recommendations are sent to the Board of Education. If you are a parent, please complete the survey found on our SEAB page.
Link to flyer information

Advisory Board Application

We're also recruiting new members of the YCS Sex Education Advisory Board to meet 4-6 times during the 2020 school year. Join the team by completing the application, the link to the application is found below.

We're also recruiting new members of the YCS Sex Education Advisory Board to meet 4-6 times during the 2020 school year. Join the team by completing the application, the link to the application is found below. If a paper application is necessary, please contact Shannon Hurley at Email: SHurley2@ycschools.us or Ph: 734-221-1104

An application for parents to join the Sex Ed Advisory Board.
 

YCS Manuals

PDF DocumentM-STEP Parent Guide
PDF DocumentYCS FOIA Procedures and Guidelines

Ypsilanti Community Schools Information

Administration Statement of Solidarity

Statement of Solidarity Read at June 29 Board of Education Meeting

 

Our Mission

The purpose of YCS is to develop mindful, engaged students with the skill set, work ethic, and attitude to contribute to a community that honors diversity, equality and justice.

 

 

Our Vision

YCS is — Academically strong and committed to transforming in ways that help students thrive.
YCS is — The choice for a trusted, reliable, and socially just district.
YCS is — A sense of connection for families and students in a district where each and everyone is valued and belongs.
YCS is — Your consistently well-managed and organized school district.

 

ADA Compliance

Our School Strives To Ensure Our Website Accessible To All Our Visitors.

Ypsilanti Community Schools  is committed to providing a website that is fully accessible. We are currently in the process of updating our website to better meet the needs of our customers. Our updated website will include improvements to ADA compliance and accessibility. During this transition, we remain committed to maintaining our existing website's accessibility and usability. 

 

Nondiscrimination Statements and Title IX Information

Educational Programs and Employment

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Title IX Information

What is Title IX?
Title IX is a federal civil rights law passed as part of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any District program, service, or activity, including, but not limited to, educational programs or activities, e.g., extracurricular activities, student services, academic counseling, discipline, classroom assignment, grading, athletics, transportation, etc.

Examples of Unlawful Discriminatory Practices Under Title IX
Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct/Violence, Stalking, and Retaliation 

  • Sexual Harassment: unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature
  • Sexual Misconduct/Violence: sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, and dating violence
  • Stalking: repeatedly following, harassing, threatening, or intimidating, including by telephone, mail, electronic communication, or social media
  • Retaliation: adverse academic or other actions against anyone reporting or participating in an investigation of Title IX allegations

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Reporting Prohibited Behavior

Members of the school district community who believe that a Title IX violation may have occurred should discuss their concerns and/or file a complaint with the District’s Title IX coordinator.

Carlos Lopez
Title IX Coordinator
clopez2@ycschools.us
(734)221-1221