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Game Night Builds Community for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Families

Families and students from across Ingham County gathered for a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Game Night focused on fun, friendship, and shared experience.

Ingham ISD Student’s Passion and Perseverance Can Weather Any Storm

CJ, a student in Ingham ISD’s SAIL program, has delivered a daily weather forecast every single day since 2020—proving that with passion and perseverance, anything is possible.

Peer-to-Peer Connections Grow at Leslie Middle School

Leslie Middle School’s peer-to-peer initiative builds friendships and fosters empathy by bringing students together through shared activities and conversation.

Ingham ISD Transition Programs Empower Young Adults Toward Independence

Ingham ISD’s Transition Programs were featured on FOX 47’s Morning Blend, showcasing how students with IEPs are gaining independence through hands-on learning, job coaching, and community engagement.

Connecting Children and Caregivers Through Engaging Activities

Play & Learn Groups offer free, hands-on learning sessions for young children and their caregivers—creating a nurturing space for early growth, discovery, and connection across Ingham County.

Early Learning for All: What Pre-K Expansion Means for Local Families

With the expansion of PreK for All, more local families now have access to high-quality preschool—giving young learners the tools they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.

Bubbles Bring Science and Smiles to Heartwood School

Heartwood students explored science in motion through the annual Bubbles R Fun experience—an engaging blend of hands-on learning and joyful discovery.

Katie Uplifts Her Cheer Team with Spirit and Heart

Katie’s leadership and positivity bring her school’s cheer team together—reminding us that spirit isn’t just about cheers, it’s about connection.

Educational Careers Students Inspire with Bulletin Board Creations

Students in WTC’s Educational Careers program designed inspiring bulletin boards to promote kindness, perseverance, and self-confidence.

WinterFest Dance Brings Joy to SAIL Students

Students from across Ingham ISD’s SAIL programs gathered for a WinterFest Dance filled with music, movement, and holiday magic.