Meet Mark LaFollette, LISD TECH Center Auto Services & Technology Instructor, this week's featured LISD Staff Spotlight. Mr. LaFollette (a.k.a. "Boss") has leveraged his knowledge and relationships with regional employers to help place countless well-trained professionals in great work settings.
9 days ago, Mark Haag
Mark LaFollette
Happy Holidays from all of us at the Lenawee Intermediate School District.

As 2025 comes to a close, we want to thank our entire community for a year filled with learning, growth, and connection. Your support and collaboration make a difference every day.

We look forward to continuing this work together in 2026.
11 days ago, Ashley Pfund
an image that says Happy Holidays from the LISD

Meet Isaiah Espinoza, LISD Career Services Coordinator, this week's LISD Staff Spotlight. Isaiah brings a great relationship with the community to his role, which helps place individuals in work experience placements and employment. We are thrilled to have him on our team in this important role!

16 days ago, Mark Haag
Isaiah Espinoza

That's a wrap for Project SEARCH internship rotation #1 at ProMedica Charles & Virgina Hickman Hospital. Interns will return for their second rotation in January...stay tuned for more!

It's Right Outside Your Door!!!

#ProMedica #ProjectSEARCH #LISD

16 days ago, Glen Bowman
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This holiday field trip was about more than a visit to see Santa. It was about choice, comfort, communication, and belonging. Learn how a dedicated team made it possible for students and families.

👉 Read the full story: https://www.lisd.us/article/2608721
16 days ago, Ashley Pfund
Media release graphic for our Miracle Meadows story featuring three photos from the field trip
You’ve been thinking about it. Wondering what’s next. Asking yourself if it’s finally time to make a change. If a future in healthcare has been on your mind, this is your sign. Registration is now open for: 🩺 Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) 💉 Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) These programs are designed to help you move from thinking about it to doing it. You will gain real skills, real experience, and a path into a meaningful, in-demand career. You do not need to have it all figured out. You just need to take the first step. This is your moment. This is your sign. 👉 Register today lisd.us/adultlearning
17 days ago, Ashley Pfund
a graphic showing the CNA and CMA course options
Today, our very own PREP student, Taylor Sword, had the opportunity to participate in a job shadowing experience in cardiac sonography. She was beaming with excitement as she explored this career field and gained valuable hands-on insight into the profession.
17 days ago, Mikayla Cole
Taylor Sword’s Job Shadowing Experience at ProMedica
Taylor Sword’s Job Shadowing Experience at ProMedica

Dive into the story of Clinton High School’s SeaPerch team and see how these students are building robots, solving problems, and competing on the world stage. Their journey is about teamwork, resilience, and real-world learning you won’t want to miss.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.lisd.us/article/2602948

#LenaweeEducation #STEMEducation #Robotics #LenaweeISD #LISD

18 days ago, Ashley Pfund
Two students demonstrate in robotics using their lab pool
The Clinton SeaPerch Team posing at their Lab Pool
Three students discussing robotics
Today, a few of our programs came together for a special Miracle Meadows Christmas Field Trip. Students met Santa and Mrs. Claus, received thoughtful handmade gifts, decorated cookies, and explored a live animal nativity. The day was designed for students to enjoy each experience at their own pace, with plenty of hands-on moments and meaningful connections. A truly memorable holiday experience for all.

📸 See all the smiles, Santa moments, and holiday magic in the full photo album at lisd.us/photos

#LenaweeEducation #LenaweeISD #LISD #SantaVisit #MiracleMeadows
19 days ago, Ashley Pfund
A boy telling santa and mrs. Claus what he wants using a talker with assistant from his mom and teacher
A little girl on santa's lap
A young boy using his talker
A child giving a teacher a high-five
a student and his brother sitting with Mr. and Mrs. Claus and their dog
A little boy on Santa's lap while his mom holds his talker to communicate with Santa
A little girl and her mom with Mr. and Mrs. Claus
A little boy and his mom walking up to Santa and Mrs. Claus
A little one determining whether he wants to go see Santa and Mrs. Claus
A young boy using his talker to tell Santa what he wants as his teacher and mom assist
Christmas at Prep 🎄❤️ Our girls and babies were blessed with beautiful handmade bookshelves built by Tech Center Residential Construction and Nursing Prep students, and wagons overflowing with books, toys and clothes donated by our amazing school and community. So much generosity, creativity, and love poured into this day.
19 days ago, Mikayla Cole
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Project SEARCH was invited to participate with the Lenawee ISD Secondary Transition Fair at the LISD TECH Center on December 11th. This is an event organized by the LISD Secondary Transition Coordinator for the purpose of providing access to community resources that can aid individuals with living as independently as possible after high school.

Transition Information Station!!!

#LISD #MichiganWORKS #LISDWorforceDevelopment #Goodwill #MRS #ProjectSEARCH #SpecialOlympicsUnified #Maples #DisabilityConnections
20 days ago, Glen Bowman
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Project SEARCH had the privilege of attending the Align Workforce Development & East Adrian Community Coalition Christmas Movie Night on December 12th. Project SEARCH and its community partners will continue to foster opportunities for advancement in Lenawee County. Community leadership may have also recruited a local up and coming baker, who specializes in creating confections that cater to folks with food allergies. Stay Tuned!

Santa Clause is coming to town!!!

#Align #EACC #ProMedica #Ebeid #LISD #ProjectSEARCH #Amelia's_Kitchen
20 days ago, Glen Bowman
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Applications for Lenawee County Education Foundation scholarships are officially open today. Students can explore available scholarships and apply online in just a few clicks.

Have questions or need help getting started? Kristy Suiter is happy to help at (517) 265-1626.

#LenaweeEducation #Scholarships #LenaweeISD #LCEF #LISD
20 days ago, Ashley Pfund
Graphic explaining that LCEF Scholarships are open today

Meet Jeanne Alexander, LISD Speech & Language Pathologist, this week's featured Staff Spotlight. Jeanne provides critical services to students in Lenawee County to help ensure learning and future success.

23 days ago, Mark Haag
Jeanne Alexander
Behind every service member is a family making sacrifices too. 💙 Today, Mikayla Cole and her daughter were honored as WJR Radio’s Christmas On Us Military Family, sharing their story during a LIVE broadcast and reflecting on their family and Mikayla’s husband, Clayton Cole, who is currently serving in the U.S. Military. We are so thankful to WJR for highlighting one of our own and for recognizing the families who serve alongside their loved ones every single day. Our hearts are full of gratitude this holiday season. 🎄🇺🇸
23 days ago, Ashley Pfund
Mikayla Cole speaking with radio DJs
WJR speaking with Clayton on the phone
Mikayla and her daughter with some toys they received
WJR staff talking to Mikayla and her daughter
Strong schools start with strong conversations.

Today’s Legislative Breakfast brought together Lenawee County superintendents, school board members, and state legislators to talk openly about education policy and its impact on students and schools across Michigan.

We appreciate Senators Jeff Irwin and Joe Bellino, Representatives Nancy Jenkins-Arno and William Bruck, and Legislative Liaisons Annie Monawek and Jerry Johnson for taking the time to listen, engage, and connect with local education leaders.

#LenaweeEducation #LenaweeISD #LISD
23 days ago, Ashley Pfund
School board members and superintendents listening
School board members and superintendents listening
Legislative liason Jerry Johnson speaking
Senator Jeff Irwin addressing the group
Rep Jenkins-Arno speaking
The panel addressing the group
Today at PREP Academy, our students shared a special story time with their little ones, followed by a meaningful keepsake activity. Together, they created ornaments filled with festive decorations and a ribbon cut to the exact height of their child this year.

#LenaweeEducation #LenaweeISD #LISD
23 days ago, Ashley Pfund
A child in his mom's lap reaching for a book
A child in his mom's lap while they read a book
A mom reading with her child while an instructor points at the book with the kid
An instructor showing a child an ornament
A child playing with poms in a bin
A mom and her son playing with a ribbon
A group working on cutting the ribbon to a child's height
A student working on her ornament
A student making her ornament
A child enjoying a bulb ornament
Boyer the Magic Guy brought out the laughs, the shocks and the “Wait… HOW?!” at Porter today!
Students and staff loved every minute of it!
24 days ago, Ashley Pfund
Students showing how shocked they are about a magic trick
Students reacting to a trick
A student being shocked by a magic trick
Two students walking away from a magic trick with a live bird.
Two students participating in a magic trick
Crowd of kids and teachers
The magician chatting with our Superintendent
A student engaging with a large straw the magician pulled out of a small bag
Student "throwing soap" during the magic portion
Today we welcomed students and families to the Project SEARCH Open House at ProMedica Hickman Hospital. Everyone had the chance to explore the program, meet staff, and learn what this next step could mean for their future. We’re grateful for the conversations, questions, and excitement shared.

#LenaweeEducation #LenaweeISD #LISD #ProjectSEARCH #OpenHouse
24 days ago, Ashley Pfund
Jill Sysko handing out prizes
Glen Bowman presenting about the program
All Lenawee County Public Schools and LISD Transportation and student programs (except MSC and Project SEARCH), including TECH Center, are CLOSED on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, due to weather and road conditions
26 days ago, Mark Haag
School Closing and Delays