Gladwin Community Schools
NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAMS
LETTER TO HOUSEHOLDS EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS INFORMATION
Dear Parent or Guardian:
The GREAT NEWS is that Gladwin Community Schools will continue to participate in the Community
Eligibility Provision Food and Nutrition Programs for the school year 2025-2026. ALL students enrolled at our
school will continue to receive one healthy breakfast and one healthy lunch each day at NO CHARGE to your
household. Gladwin Community Schools still need your household to complete an online Educational
Benefits Form (EBF). The EBF collects information needed to ensure Gladwin schools receives state and
federal funding for education programs. You may find the form here: https://gladwin.familyportal.cloud/
Without this information, Gladwin schools could lose important funding for education programs that our
students need. These supplemental grants and programs have the potential to offer supports and services for
our students including, but not limited to:
• Instructional staff (ex. Reading Interventionists, Math Tutors, Academic & Behavior Aids)
• Teaching supplies and materials
• Counselors and Social Workers
• School Nurses
• Professional Learning for staff
• Parent and Community engagement supplies and activities
• Technology
Why is Gladwin schools requesting financial information? The Education Benefits Form determines eligibility of
a student or household. The total count of eligible students is used to determine the funding amounts that will
be made available to a school. All information remains confidential. The more forms returned the better.
We are asking that you please complete the online EBF with all household members on one form to ensure
that additional funding for our school is available to meet the needs of our students. All the information
submitted on the report is confidential. Without your assistance Gladwin Community Schools cannot maximize
the use of available State and Federal funds that our students deserve. If we may be of any further
assistance, please contact Sharon Kennedy at skennedy@gladwinschools.net .
Sincerely,
Sharon Kennedy
Sharon Kennedy | Director of Food Service Gladwin Community Schools skennedy@gladwinschools.net
NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAMS
LETTER TO HOUSEHOLDS EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS INFORMATION
Dear Parent or Guardian:
The GREAT NEWS is that Gladwin Community Schools will continue to participate in the Community
Eligibility Provision Food and Nutrition Programs for the school year 2025-2026. ALL students enrolled at our
school will continue to receive one healthy breakfast and one healthy lunch each day at NO CHARGE to your
household. Gladwin Community Schools still need your household to complete an online Educational
Benefits Form (EBF). The EBF collects information needed to ensure Gladwin schools receives state and
federal funding for education programs. You may find the form here: https://gladwin.familyportal.cloud/
Without this information, Gladwin schools could lose important funding for education programs that our
students need. These supplemental grants and programs have the potential to offer supports and services for
our students including, but not limited to:
• Instructional staff (ex. Reading Interventionists, Math Tutors, Academic & Behavior Aids)
• Teaching supplies and materials
• Counselors and Social Workers
• School Nurses
• Professional Learning for staff
• Parent and Community engagement supplies and activities
• Technology
Why is Gladwin schools requesting financial information? The Education Benefits Form determines eligibility of
a student or household. The total count of eligible students is used to determine the funding amounts that will
be made available to a school. All information remains confidential. The more forms returned the better.
We are asking that you please complete the online EBF with all household members on one form to ensure
that additional funding for our school is available to meet the needs of our students. All the information
submitted on the report is confidential. Without your assistance Gladwin Community Schools cannot maximize
the use of available State and Federal funds that our students deserve. If we may be of any further
assistance, please contact Sharon Kennedy at skennedy@gladwinschools.net .
Sincerely,
Sharon Kennedy
Sharon Kennedy | Director of Food Service Gladwin Community Schools skennedy@gladwinschools.net
Just a reminder that tomorrow is the first day of school for the 2024-2025 school year. We look forward to seeing our students! Tomorrow is a half day of school. School starts at 8:05 and dismissal is at 11:30. Tuesday-Friday are full days of school with start time of 8:05 and dismissal at 3:01.
Thanks to the generous donation from Jim Looker, students at Gladwin Junior High School were provided with glasses to safely observe the recent solar eclipse, marking the last occurrence of such an event in the United States until 2044.
Congratulations to two of our Outdoor Education students as they made it to our Top Ten list in Archery. Jackson scored a 42/50 and Braedon scored a 44/50, putting him at the top of the all time top ten list!
Gladwin Junior High students participated in a school wide Rock, Paper, Scissors contest today! Congratulations to Elizabeth for winning the entire contest, and a gift certificate to Northern Expresso!
GJHS Students were able to visit out local library yesterday!
8th grade students decorated Christmas placemats to give to our local nursing homes!
Exciting week in 8th-grade science! Our students dove into the fascinating world of sound waves . From understanding vibrations to exploring how sound travels, they're now equipped with a whole new level of knowledge!
On November 2nd, students that earned all As on their first marking period report card were treated to a Pizza Lunch at Mr. M's Pizza and Lounge. Thank you to Mr. M's staff for this along with our additional sponsors of Senator Hauck, Representative Hoadley, and Representative Shuette. The students enjoyed the recognition.
Students who earned all A's on their report card were treated to lunch at Mr. M's today!
Thanks Mr. M's, Senator Hauck, Representative Hoadley, and Representative Schuette for sponsoring the event!
Today our 7th & 8th Grade Concert Band presented a miniconcert for the preschoolers in the district. They performed a few Halloween themed songs and each instrumental group demonstrated their instruments for the younger children.
We will make an announcement so do not share the information with children yet.
Gladwin Schools along with Clare and Gladwin Sheriff's Departments and Gladwin City Police conducted lockdown drills in all the buildings today. Things went wonderfully smoothly and our students and staff are well-prepared for a situation requiring us to lockdown.
It's not quite the X-Men, but our 8th grade science class has been working on mutations this week!
The wait is finally over – the First Day of School is here! Welcome back, dear students, to a brand new academic adventure. 🚌🏫 Get ready to explore, learn, and make unforgettable memories. Our dedicated teachers and staff are thrilled to guide you on this journey. Embrace the challenges and opportunities that await you. Remember, every challenge is a chance to grow! Let's make this year remarkable together. 🌟
Gladwin Junior High will be having their Back to School Open Houses on August 15 & 16 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Students will be able to pick up their schedules, try out their lockers, meet teachers, and see their classrooms. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Welcome Daniel Jacob Shearer to the GJH family. Daniel was born July 2 weighing 9 pounds 4 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. Congrats to Jake and Ashlee!
Good morning Flying G families. Due to a situation in Beaverton involving a shooting, we will be operating in secure mode within our buildings. We do not believe there is any threat to our students, this is being done in an abundance of caution. We will continue to cooperate with law enforcement and keep you posted on any updates.
Our students that have earned All As for the 4th Marking Period were treated to Subway lunch provided by Master Electric along with chips, drinks, and cookies from The Sugar Shack, Sav-A-Lot, and Family Fare. Great job students and thank you to our sponsors!
Our Junior High bands will be having their final performance of the year tonight at 6:30 at the High School. We're looking forward to another great performance!