Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Schools
Pre K - 12 • (734) 221-1221
YCS COVID Information
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.
Happy First Day of School at YCS - Staff and Students
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YCS English & Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program
YCS English & Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program at Ford Early Learning Center
Programa de Inmersión Dual en Inglés y Español de YCS en Ford Early Learning Center
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District News
District Newsletter - Week of 9/18/2023
In the News
- Upcoming Dates
- Message from Superintendent
- Transportation Updates
- L.E.A.P. Grant Back to School Book Giveaway
- YCS Photos
- Athletic Events
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Upcoming Events
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27 Sep
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YCS School of Choice - Feb 9 - Oct 4, 2023Date: Sep 27Calendar: YCS District Calendar
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ACCE Open House 4:00 PM to 5:30 PMACCE Open HouseDate: Sep 27Time: 4:00 PM to 5:30 PMLocation: 1076 Ecorse Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48198, USACalendar: YCS District CalendarACCE Open House
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29 Sep
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Please Note: WEOC Meeting - Change of Location 1:30 PM to 2:30 PMPlease Note: WEOC Meeting - Change of LocationDate: Sep 29Time: 1:30 PM to 2:30 PMLocation: EMU, 900 Oakwood Ave. Ypsilanti - EMU Student Center, Room 300Calendar: YCS District Calendar
- Friday, September 29, 2023 at 1:30 pm (Special Meeting, EMU, 900 Oakwood Ave. Ypsilanti - EMU Student Center, Room 300)
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/kbh-vahr-gvh Or dial: (US) +1 563-293-5035 PIN: 224420923# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
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4 Oct
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Student Count DayDate: Oct 4Calendar: YCS District Calendar
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YCS School of Choice - Feb 9 - Oct 4, 2023Date: Oct 4Calendar: YCS District Calendar
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12 Oct
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Estabrook: Hispanic Heritage Month and Multi-Cultural Night Celebration 5:30 PM to 7:00 PMEstabrook: Hispanic Heritage Month and Multi-Cultural Night CelebrationDate: Oct 12Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PMCalendar: Communications Calendar
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13 Oct
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WEOC Meeting 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMWEOC MeetingDate: Oct 13Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMCalendar: YCS District Calendar
Unless noted all meetings will begin at 11:00 am at the WISD unless noted below:
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/kbh-vahr-gvh Or dial: (US) +1 563-293-5035 PIN: 224420923# Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
Location:1819 S. Wagner Road Ann Arbor, MI 48106
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School Facebook Pages
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.
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16 Oct
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Board Meeting - Regular Meeting 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMBoard Meeting - Regular MeetingDate: Oct 16Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMCalendar: BOE Calendar
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6 Nov
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Board Meeting - Regular Meeting 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMBoard Meeting - Regular MeetingDate: Nov 6Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMCalendar: BOE Calendar
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4 Dec
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Board Meeting - Regular Meeting 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMBoard Meeting - Regular MeetingDate: Dec 4Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMCalendar: BOE Calendar
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22 Jan
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Board Meeting - Organizational Meeting 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMBoard Meeting - Organizational MeetingDate: Jan 22Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PMCalendar: BOE Calendar
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RAHS
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.
Teacher Digital Learning Guide
Teacher Digital Learning Guide
The Teacher Digital Learning Guide (Teacher Guide) provides resources to support educator-directed implementation of learning at a distance. Sections include:
- Access, Digital Citizenship and Safety, and Privacy & Security
- Personalize Learning for Students
- Collaborate with Parents and Families to Support Students
- Teacher Professional Learning and Well-being
SEAB
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
Ypsilanti Community Schools Reports
2021-22 YCS Annual Education Reports
2019-20 YCS Annual Education Reports
2019-20 District School Improvement Plan
2018-19 YCS CNA Overview
2014-15 District Annual Education Report (AER) Cover Letter
2018-19 Annual Education Report
2016-17 AER Combined Report
Coordinated School Health Team
Crisis Response Team Concern Report
Ypsilanti Community Schools Information
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.
Title IX Information
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
More Title IX Information
Link to Title IX Sexual Harassment Training Module
Link to Clark Hill PowerPoint Presentation - September 15, 2020
Link to Title IX Referral Form
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