Clare-Gladwin RESD

There’s still time to sign up for FREE PreK through the Great Start Readiness Program!
Open to all Clare and Gladwin County 4-year-olds. All income levels are welcome to apply.

Get your child ready for kindergarten—enroll now before spots are gone!
Call 989-386-8075 or visit claregladwinpreschool.org. #CGRESD #Preschoolforall

4 months ago, Clare-Gladwin RESD

JOIN OUR TEAM! Clare-Gladwin RESD is seeking an Instructional Consultant - K-5 Literacy Consultant. If you’re interested—or know someone who might be—please share or apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/cgresd/onlineapp/

4 months ago, Jessica Jarosiewicz

Instructional Consultant - K-5 Literacy Consultant July 2025

SPARKS high school staff member Alaina builds positive relationships with youth by engaging them in a fun game at Gladwin Junior High. #SPARKS #cgresd #ourstory

4 months ago, DAVE THOMAS

Sometimes it's just about games in the park

Students from Harrison Middle School SPARKS and Harrison High School Ignite had a blast at Michigan's Adventure, making memories to kick off the summer. #sparks #ignite #aftershcool #ourstory

4 months ago, DIXIE GABALIS

Working up to the big rides at Michigan's Adventure.

Some relax time in the swan pond at Michigan's Adventure.

These two were looking for someone to race.

Gladwin summer SPARKS fishing championship shows us how it's done.!!

4 months ago, DAVE THOMAS

Gladwin Junior High SPARKS student stands proud after completing his STEM project. #afterschool #sparks #cgresd #ourstory #Gladwin

4 months ago, DAVE THOMAS

Gladwin Jr. high sparks proud of his project for STEM

4 months ago, Jessica Jarosiewicz

At SPARKS, Max embraces creativity as Ms. Trish teaches students how to make bracelets. Max ended up with a Michigan State bracelet and was pleased with his work! #afterschool #sparks #cgresd #ourstory #Gladwin

4 months ago, DAVE THOMAS

Ms. Trish explains how crafts can be fun too. Spark student max

Before summer break, Ignite students at Gladwin High School stayed focused and worked hard to finish their classes. Their dedication paid off—way to go! #afterschool #Ignite #CGRESD #ourstory

4 months ago, DAVE THOMAS

Sarah has made up several classes here at the summer program. She is currently getting help with math from Mrs. Travis!

Mrs. Haley helping Isabella with her English Class. Isabella already finished half a year of English!

Feedback from schools, families, and service providers shows that many children spend more time on screens than is healthy for sleep, attention, and reading growth. Students who take part in high-quality programs show stronger communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, attend school more regularly, earn better grades, and are more likely to graduate. Let’s make this a summer of exploration, movement, and healthy habits for every child in Clare and Gladwin counties! #CGRESD #ourstory

4 months ago, Amy Salogar

Fishing at Higgins Lake was a huge hit with Harrison Middle School SPARKS. #sparks #afterschool #ourstory

4 months ago, DIXIE GABALIS

Finally got the hook unstuck from a log.

Telling tall tails and show off her catch.

Love the fishing, not a fan of the releasing.

Students also met a bigtime celebrity while fishing at Higgins Lake.

Smokie the Bear had lots to tell our students about fire safety.

We still have openings for FREE preschool!
The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is enrolling now for fall. All 4-year-olds in Clare and Gladwin counties can qualify—no income limits.
Spots are filling fast, so enroll today and give your child a great start!
Call 989-386-8075 or visit claregladwinpreschool.org to get started.

5 months ago, Clare-Gladwin RESD

After School matters… Ignite matters! Ignite gives high school students the support they need to succeed—homework help, career exploration, and a safe space to grow. Help protect these essential services by supporting afterschool funding through the federal 21st CCLC funding.
🔗 YOUR VOICE MATTERS! For more information: https://www.cgresd.net/page/sparks

5 months ago, Clare-Gladwin RESD

Sarah McCurdy and Jessica Dankert, Family Liaisons for Clare and Gladwin Counties, were asked to host one of the Mondays in the Park at Billings Township. They enjoyed some nature fun by going on a scavenger hunt, making smiley faces out items they found, drawing in their nature notebooks, reading nature-themed books, and playing some games. Thank you to Billings Township for inviting us. #CGRESD #ourstory

5 months ago, SARAH MCCURDY

After School matters… SPARKS matters!
SPARKS and Ignite give students more than a place to go—they provide a place to grow.
These free out-of-school time programs offer fun, hands-on activities, academic support, and meaningful experiences that help students thrive—before school, after school, and all summer long.

SPARKS (K-8) and Ignite (9-12) remove barriers so every student can take part.

Because every student deserves the chance to succeed—inside and outside the classroom. Learn more: https://www.cgresd.net/page/sparks #SPARKS #Ignite #AfterSchoolMatters

5 months ago, Barbara Cataldo

SPARKS PROGRAM - Kinsley, 1st grade from Farwell

It has been a busy summer for elementary math educators in our region. Teachers from Beaverton, Clare, Farwell, Gladwin, and Midland school districts participated in Add+Vantage Math Recovery Course 2. This four day training supported educators in administering diagnostic assessments, analyzing student data, and designing instruction to meet the needs of all students in the areas of multiplication, division and conceptual place value. #CGRESD #ourstory #matheducators

5 months ago, MICHELLE SPAYD

Participants engaging in multiplication games to support student acquisition of basic facts.

Participant engaging in multiplication games to support student acquisition of basic facts.

The Clare-Gladwin Early Childhood and Early On departments enjoyed a sunny day at Fun Day in the Park on Friday, June 27th. #CGRESD #ourstory

5 months ago, SARAH MCCURDY

Our Great Lakes Bay Supplemental Math Program welcomed nearly 100 educators from across the region to the Teacher Leadership Institute for three days of learning. Dr. Gina Kling, author of Math Fact Fluency, lead the group in thinking about how to best support all students in developing math fact fluency. Educators also engaged in planning for implementation of Number Corner in their districts. #CGRESD #ourstory

5 months ago, MICHELLE SPAYD

Participants engaged in learning around fact fluency.

Book participants received to support their learning.

Beaverton staff planning for implementation of Number Corner.

Co-facilitator Shelly Spayd talking with the Clare team.

Clare Primary team planning for implementation of Number Corner.

Farwell Elementary team planning for implementation of Number Corner.

Larson Elementary team planning for implementation of Number Corner.

Educators from Beaverton, Clare, Farwell, and Midland school districts participated in Math Recovery Course 1 in early June. Participants learned to administer diagnostic assessments, analyze student results, and design instruction to meet the needs of all learners. The course, facilitated by Shelly Spayd, was funded by the Improving Mathematics Teaching and Learning grant through MDE. #CGRESD #ourstory

5 months ago, MICHELLE SPAYD

Teachers presented new learning on Guiding Principles.

Teachers engaged in hands-on games to support student learning.

Teachers created visual images to support understanding of Guiding Principles.

REMC 5 Director Joe Trommater created a new game for teams to compete with each other using strategy, coding, and good old-fashioned demolition. Students at Clare Pioneer helped test the game out, and beat their teachers 96 to 63. The robots and blocks can be checked out by any teacher in REMC 5. See this page for details: https://www.cgresd.net/page/remc Game rules can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/indibattle #CGRESD #REMC5 #ourstory A teaser video can be found here: https://youtu.be/pfpdbCvSdko

5 months ago, Joe Trommater

A Sphero Indi robot attacks a block tower.