Clare-Gladwin Area School is grateful for the generous donations provided by local Knights of Columbus councils through the proceeds of their annual Tootsie Roll sales. The Clare Knights of Columbus, represented by Grand Knight Bruce Wentworth; the Harrison Knights of Columbus, represented by Mike Dushan; and the Gladwin Knights of Columbus, represented by Scott Cody and Dave Poxon, presented checks to Area School Principal Beth Wood in support of students and programs at the Area School.
These contributions support students ages 6–26 with moderate cognitive disabilities by helping provide communication tools, sensory supports, classroom materials, playground equipment, and meaningful learning experiences.
Clare-Gladwin RESD and the Clare-Gladwin Area School extend their sincere thanks to the Knights of Columbus for their continued generosity and commitment to students and families across our community. #areaschool #CGRESD #ourstory
The Area School MOCI class, comprising 15-to 21-year-old students, is participating in "Walking Wednesday," a health initiative promoted by the CGRESD Wellness Committee. The students are participating in multiple ways. Students have set a class goal to collectively walk 50 miles by the end of the school year. They also send certificates of achievement to CGRESD staff who participate in the "Walking Wednesday" activity.
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The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-21-year-old students, started two new work sites. Office mail delivery for the CGRESD and working with "The Venue at 501" in Clare. Students practice their independence and leadership skills by picking up and delivering mail and other deliveries within the Area School and Business Office. When at the Venue, students work on various projects such as decorating, setting up, or cleaning up for events. Our students are loving these new experiences. Thank you to "The Venue at 501" and the CGRESD for partnering with us.
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The Area School MOCI class, made up of students ages 15–21, prepared their annual apple cider with a new twist. They also invited a few students from the MOCI 9–15 class to join them. This year, the group added apple cider slushies to the experience, which were a big hit. Joe Trommater stopped by with the CGRESD CTE Agriculture cider press, giving students hands-on experience grinding and pressing apples. After sampling the cider, one student suggested turning it into slushies, and the class happily followed through. Everyone enjoyed both the fresh cider and the slushies.
Thank you to Walraven's Market for partnering with the program and generously donating the apples!
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Happy New Year! The Area School MOCI class, made up of students ages 15–21, prepared their annual apple butter. Students reviewed the recipe, checked ingredients against the cupboard inventory, and created a shopping list. This year, apples were cooked with the skins on to preserve extra nutrients, and once blended, the skins were no longer noticeable. The class enjoyed fresh apple butter on toast, and each student took a container home to share with their family. Some was also frozen to enjoy in the new year, giving students the opportunity to learn how freezing food helps extend shelf life.
Thank you to Walraven's Market for generously donating the apples. We appreciate your continued partnership on this project!
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The Area School went to the Clare Ideal Theatre together and watch the animated movie "The Grinch". We all had a great time with all our sensory needs met. Students enjoyed their drinks and popcorn.Thank you to the staff at Ideal Theatre—they were wonderful!
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The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-to 21-year-old students, enjoyed lunch at Applebee's in Mt. Pleasant. Each student was given a budget for lunch out. In class, we explored the online menu. Each student made personal choices, totaling their choices, including a tip, and stayed within their budget. If students' totals exceeded their budget, they went back and adjusted their choices until they were within it. When we arrived at Applebee's, students sat in small groups of their choice. We were modeling going out to eat with friends for a holiday lunch. Each student ordered their own meal and, when it was time, paid for it. As we finished paying, we discovered there was a $1.99 dessert. Everyone had enough money for dessert. Each student spoke with the wait staff and added dessert to their selection. We all had a great time with great conversation. It was a beautiful moment to observe and experience! Thank you to the Applebee's staff. They were amazing!
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The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-21-year-old students, went shopping at Five Below for their families. Before the shopping trip, the students put together a shopping list and were given a budget. The students talked with their families and came up with interesting gift ideas. With our lists prepared, they went shopping. All the students had a great time and were very successful in shopping. It was great to see them really put thought into what they were buying. The Five Below staff were excellent and supportive! The students had then wrapped all their presents to share with their families for the holiday. From our class to you, we wish you a safe and happy holiday!
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The Area School enjoyed a great afternoon with Santa and his crew. Santa delivered dragon T-shirts personalized with each student’s name on the back, with help from the Clare County Reserve Sheriff Deputies. Students also had the chance to take photos with Santa and share some of the items on their Christmas lists.
Merry Christmas from everyone at the Area School!
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The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-to 21-year-old students, created the viral wreath sweaters to wear for Crazy/UGLY Sweater Day. The students designed their own sweaters by picking out the bow ribbon, colored bulbs, and garland. Each sweater reflects the student's own design. Together, each student worked with a staff member to assemble their shirt. We had a great time using our creative skills.
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The Area School MOCI class, comprised of 15-to 21-year-old students, made Christmas cookies this year. The students discussed what their favorite cookies are and then decided which two they would make together. The students selected reindeer rice krispies and stained-glass cookies. The students used a recipe to create a list of supplies and followed it to make the cookies. We all enjoyed them, and the students took a plate of cookies home to their families.
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The Area School MOCI class, made up of students ages 15 to 21, invited the 21- to 26-year-old class to celebrate Thanksgiving together. The 15- to 21-year-old students prepared the dinner, while the 22- to 26-year-old students made the desserts. The meal included turkey, stuffing, brown sugar carrots, green bean casserole, gravy, fresh cranberry salad, broccoli salad, and deviled eggs.
Students worked together to discuss menu options, vote on selections, and create a shopping list. In the days leading up to the luncheon, they prepared the dishes, set the tables, and arranged the food area. Students also served at the food table. Once everyone was served, the group sat down to share what they were thankful for. It was an enjoyable experience, and everyone appreciated the time spent together.
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Students from the Clare High School Drone Club spent an evening helping Farwell Middle School SPARKS students take aerial photos of the forest at the Clare-Gladwin RESD. They also practiced a search-and-rescue operation, looking for staff members dressed as the Grinch! Students successfully found the Grinch, one human decoy, and four other decoys. Thanks to Nick Winter and Duncan Gervin for being such good sports and hiding in the woods, James Winkler from Clare HS for bringing his students and their drones, and to Rebecca Idzikowski from SPARKS and Joe Trommater from REMC 5 for putting the event together. #CGRESD #ourstory #SPARKS
Today, the Area School visited the CGRESD Business Office next door to go caroling. Students and staff had a great time sharing the holiday spirit!
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The Clare-Gladwin CAN Council distributed 50 ham dinners today to Clare and Gladwin families for their Christmas meals. Santa also stopped by to wave, visit, and give children time to feel comfortable admiring him, sharing a wrapped book with each child to take home. It was an amazing day supporting our littlest community members. #CGRESD #ourstory
