It's free museum day across Jackson County, 5/13/23! So many museums to explore but don't miss out on this free family event today at Ella Sharp Museum- 10 free books for birth- 8th graders plus STEM fun and other activities!
Fantastic spring concert directed by Mr. Courtright!
High school students will experience 'Arrive Alive' this Friday. See flier below for more information.
We have the best at Vandercook Lake. Please help us celebrate our heroes!
Art students created a poster mural to be the "i" in kind!
Our Jayhawk Exchange is in need of the following items. If you can help, we appreciate your generosity.
Only 10 more school days for our Seniors! Class of 2023!
Jackson County ISD issued the following statement after voters overwhelming approved the countywide Special Education Millage Renewal Proposal:
“We want to thank the greater Jackson County community for renewing the special education millage proposal, which will allow our local districts to continue providing a high quality education to all Jackson County students. While this millage will reimburse schools for their mandated special education costs, all students will benefit because schools won’t have to move resources from other programs to cover these costs. Our core mission is working in partnership with local schools and the community, and we are committed to the success of all students. The passage of this renewal affirms our community’s strong support of our local districts and the generous hearts of voters who continue to support our students with special needs. Thank you so much, it is our honor to serve!”
~ Kevin Oxley, Jackson County ISD Superintendent
Due to weather conditions, middle school track, Varsity baseball, and Varsity softball games have been canceled tonight (5/1/23).
HELP WANTED:
We are looking for helpers with our home track meets next week. If you can help out with timer, recorder, or measuring please contact the Athletic office. 517-782-8167 Thank you.
Varsity boys golf at Ella Sharp Park today! Go Jayhawks!
Please take a moment to shower our administrative professionals with love! We are so grateful for their service!
Dear Vandercook Lake Staff and Families,
Don’t forget to vote on May 2!
On May 2, 2023, a question regarding a Special Education Millage Renewal will be on the ballot. No new taxes are being proposed. This renewal would cost homeowners with a market value of $100,000 or a taxable value of $50,000, $77.04 per year or $6.42 per month.
If approved, this would generate approximately $8,800,000 for students with special education needs in the Jackson County ISD service area, which includes our school district. During the 2022-23 school year, this millage brought $376,207 to Vandercook Lake Public Schools. If the millage fails, districts would still have to cover those mandated special education costs, resulting in fewer dollars to support programs for ALL students.
Every registered voter who lives in our school district, whether a property owner, or not, is eligible to vote.
For more information, to review frequently asked questions or view the ballot language, please visit the Jackson County ISD website at www.jcisd.org.
Thank you.
MS/HS video update, 4/21/23: https://youtu.be/yla0VXU_zh8
Welcome back to Vandercook Lake Alana!
Order lunch or dinner and support your Vandercook Lake Cheer Program!
Athletic Updates:
The HS Baseball and HS Softball game for tonight has been rescheduled for Wednesday. The Middle School track meet has been canceled. A possible reschedule date to come.
HS Softball will practice in the MS Gym from 3-4:45pm. HS Baseball will practice in the MS Gym from 5-7pm.
No practices for MS or HS Track.
Congratulations to BOTH of our eSports teams and coach Spaulding for making it to the state playoffs for the Michigan High School Esports League (MHSEL)! We'll be competing next week on Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Wish our teams good luck! Go Jayhawks!
Special Education Millage Renewal on May Ballot
Local school districts are mandated by law to provide special education programs and services. However, the federal and state governments have not adequately funded special education in the past, placing the burden on local and intermediate school districts. Without additional millage funds, local school districts are forced to use general education funds to pay for special education programs and services.
On the May 2 ballot, voters will be asked to renew the Jackson County Intermediate School District Special Education Millage. A taxpayer who owns a home with a market value of $100,000 (taxable value of $50,000) would pay $77.04 per year or $6.42 per month in renewed millage.
For more information or to review the Q&A, visit www.jcisd.org
FREE youth baseball clinic on Sunday, April 16th, 2023, in Ypsilanti, Michigan (near Canton Sports Center in Canton, Michigan).
Hey there baseball fans! Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to improve your child's skills FOR FREE? Then don't miss out on the Motor City Hit Dogs Baseball Academy powered by Play at the Cage! This exclusive clinic is taking place on Sunday, April 16th, 2023, at 1950 Holmes Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48198. These two FREE clinics are open to players who are NOT currently a part of the Motor City Hit Dogs baseball program. We had over 60 players participate in our last free clinic!
Check out this video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0vPCnseFtY&ab_channel=TomDishman to learn more about Play at the Cage, where the clinics are being held! In the video, current Detroit Tiger Eric Haase takes you on a tour of Play at the Cage. Eric trains here at Play at the Cage regularly in the offseason!
The clinic is open to 8U, 9U, and 10U players from 9:00 to 10:30 A.M., and to 11U, 12U, 13U, and 14U players from 11:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. The younger group needs to bring tennis shoes since metal cleats are not allowed on the turf, while the older group will be using our Hit Trax machines. We request that all players show up in full uniform if possible and bring all their baseball equipment.
Don't let your child miss out on this exclusive opportunity to improve their baseball skills FOR FREE! Remember, Coach Tom Dishman is available to answer any questions you may have. You can reach him at 734-646-3820 or through email at MotorCityHitDogsWestside@gmail.com.
Hurry and register your child now through this link: https://www.leaguelineup.com/formpreview.asp?url=mchdevents&formID=184864&fb=1. But act fast because spots are filling up quickly and this unbeatable offer won't last forever! Once again, it is FREE! There is no cost! You can also see pictures and videos from our last two free clinics by looking us up on Facebook (Play at the Cage), Twitter (@playatthecage), or Instagram (@playthecage). There are already over 55 players registered for the April 16th clinics! Do not miss out!
Feel free to spread the word to others about these free clinics!