Welcome
Instructional Vision: Ford ELC is committed to providing high quality instruction that is equitable, intentional, relevant, focused, and standards-aligned to each student in our community ensuring the academic achievement and social emotional growth of every student.
Cultural Vision: At Ford ELC, our staff believes in building respectful relationships, presuming positive intent, and ensuring an equitable, thriving and safe school atmosphere. Through collaboration between staff and our community we create a welcoming, transparent and respectful environment where every student, family and staff is accepted and valued.
2440 Clark Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: 734-221-1800
Fax: 734-221-1803
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Kindergarten and Spanish Immersion Registration
Ypsilanti Community Schools now has virtual tours of all district school buildings! These tours will allow families to see what each building looks like and is a unique way of learning more about each school's educational programs!
Enjoy the virtual tour experience!
Apply now for the 2025 - 2026 School Year
Ford STEAM ELC Applications Link
- Link to Ford STEAM ELC Enrollment
- Preschool Student Link: Link to Preschool Information
Ford Facebook Page
Have you heard? Free Quality Preschool
Ford STEAM Early Learning Center
Paul Garrett
Director of Dining Services
734-221-1024
Join Us For Breakfast
Guaranteeing that students receive nutritious meals is an essential part of fostering education and overall well-being.
STEAM Night will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 4:30-6:30 PM.
Career Day, a student-only event, will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 9:30–10:30 AM.
YCS Professional Development Day – Friday, May 23, 2025
Half-day of school with 11:45 AM dismissal for students.
YCS Closed – Memorial Day – Monday, May 26, 2025
No school for students and staff.
Instructional Vision: Ford ELC is committed to providing high quality instruction that is equitable, intentional, relevant, focused, and standards-aligned to each student in our community ensuring the academic achievement and social emotional growth of every student.
Cultural Vision: At Ford ELC, our staff believes in building respectful relationships, presuming positive intent, and ensuring an equitable, thriving and safe school atmosphere. Through collaboration between staff and our community we create a welcoming, transparent and respectful environment where every student, family and staff is accepted and valued.
