March Newsletter from Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross, Superintendent

The district is excited to announce the Grand Opening of a new dual-language Spanish immersion school that will serve students in grades K-5, with plans to eventually expand up to grade 8.

We are asking for your input in naming this innovative language school that will serve our scholars. Please submit your recommendations by June 13th.

Click here to: Join the conversation and share your recommendations

The Board will consider the recommendations and have a discussion at their board workshop at 5:30 pm on Monday, June 16th. The name will be selected at their Regular Board of Education Meeting at 6:30 pm on Monday, June 16th. 

Thank you for your participation.

Sincerely,

Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross
Superintendent of Schools

Click on Read Full Article for flyers with additional information about the New Dual-Language Spanish Immersion School.

As you may have heard, the President has signed an executive order instructing the U.S. Department of Education to begin the process of closing the agency. Understandably, this news has created uncertainty about the future of education at the federal, state, and local levels. First and foremost, we want to assure you that our top priority remains the education and well-being of our scholars. 

Please refer to this letter from Superintendent Dr. Zachery-Ross:  Link to letter with more information.

"During this holiday season, we want to express our sincere appreciation for the dedication you show in partnering with us to educate your child. Your support means the world to our school community." We hope you have a safe and warm winter break.

Linked below is a letter from Dr. Zachery Ross, the superintendent of the school.

Letter from YCS superintendent

Earlier this afternoon, we initiated a precautionary lockdown across all schools in our district due to an active threat in the vicinity. Our priority was to ensure the safety of our students and staff, and we are relieved to inform you that the threat was successfully addressed by local law enforcement and the lockdown was lifted.

For more detailed information about this incident, please refer to the full letter available at the link below. The letter contains additional important details regarding today's events.

Link to letter from Superintendent Zachery-Ross 

We have some exciting news! 
As we close out the 2023 calendar year, we want to share some exciting news. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill into law that will bring much-needed debt relief to the taxpayers of Ypsilanti and Willow Run, benefiting Ypsilanti Community Schools.