Ellsworth Community School

Reminder! Tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 24 is a half day! Students are encouraged to wear their Michigan/Michigan State gear and bring in non-perishable goods to support the NHS can drive!

Join us on Nov. 11 as we honor our veterans! Families and community members are welcome to attend our K-12 assembly.

Reminder! Friday, Sept. 26 is a half day with dismissal at 11am. No lunch will be served and no Club Lancer provided.

Class supply lists are here!

Let's get ready for Fall! Classroom supply lists coming soon!

Reminder! Today is the last day of school with dismissal at 11am. Enjoy the summer season-- see you in the Fall!

Join us for Lancer Leap Showcase! Student work from Preschool to High School will be on display throughout the Middle/High School on Tuesday, June 10. Doors open at 5pm with live performances starting at 6pm in the MS/HS gym. Attendance is mandatory for all Middle/High school students-- see you there!

It's time to celebrate! Graduation will take place on Friday, May 30 at 6:30pm. The ceremony is outside, on the elementary lawn, so please bring your own chair. The Class of 2025 parade will take place following the ceremony.

Thank you to Charlevoix State Bank for generously hosting the Class of 2025 for a beautiful senior luncheon at A Matter of Taste! Your support means so much as we wrap up our time at ECS. Today was also graduation practice—we’re one step closer to the big day!

Reminder, ECS will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025 in observance of Memorial Day. School will resume on Tuesday, May 27. High School Awards will take place Tuesday evening at 6pm in the MS/HS Gymnasium. Have a great weekend!

Reminder! The Elementary Spring Concert is tonight at 5:30pm in the Middle/High School Gym. Family and Community members are invited to attend!

Reminder! Today is a 1/2 day with dismissal at 11am. No lunch will be served and no Club Lancer- Have a great weekend!

MS/HS exams start tomorrow, Wednesday, 5/14, and continue through Friday. Friday, 5/16, is a half day with dismissal at 11:00am.

ECS Senior Decision Day and MS Awards will take place at 1:45pm this afternoon (5/13) in the MS/HS gym. Parents are welcome to attend.

Class of 2025 Senior Spotlights – Edward Earl Goscicki Edward “Eddie” Earl Goscicki, son of Denise Richards and Ed Goscicki, is a steadfast member of the class of 2025. When he’s not in school, Eddie is often tearing up trails on his dirt bike, shuffling a deck for card games, or simply hanging out with friends and family. Eddie’s favorite high‑school memory is the Washington, D.C. trip, where the history‑rich sights and time with classmates made for an unforgettable experience. Academically, he embraced hands‑on learning through the CTE Welding program at East Jordan High School, honing skills that will serve him far beyond graduation. His favorite subject is History, a field he loves because it is always evolving and never fails to spark his curiosity. Eddie’s proudest achievement is landing a welding job at DTS Industries, proof that hard work in his CTE class paid off. After graduation, Eddie plans to enter the workforce, begin earning, and build practical experience in his trade. College remains a future option, but for now he’s focused on strengthening his skills and financial independence. Eddie’s favorite quote: “Were it so easy?” —Thel ‘Vadam (the Arbiter), Halo 3

Class of 2025 Senior Spotlights – Ruei‑Chi Lin Ruei‑Chi Lin, international student hosted by Kate VanderWeele, is a dynamic member of the class of 2025. On any given afternoon you’ll find Ruei‑Chi on the diamond, the court, or the fairway—he loves playing baseball, basketball, and golf and embraces every chance to compete. One of Ruei‑Chi’s favorite high‑school memories is the energetic Football Homecoming party, where school spirit, music, and new friendships made the evening unforgettable. During his year at ECS, he has proudly suited up for varsity Basketball and varsity Baseball, contributing hustle and enthusiasm to both teams. Ruei‑Chi’s favorite subject is Precalculus, which he finds comes naturally to him—so naturally, in fact, that his proudest accomplishment is earning a perfect 100 on a precalc test. That score proved, to himself and others, how quickly he could adapt to a new curriculum. After graduation, Ruei‑Chi will return to Taiwan to continue his education and build on the skills and memories he gained at ECS. Ruei‑Chi’s favorite quote: “I might swerve, bend that corner.” —G3 (LiAngelo Ball), “Tweaker”

If you are able, please wear yellow on Monday as we fondly remember Anthonie, our student, classmate, and friend. Thank you!

ECS Baseball, Softball, and Track & Field have home events tonight! Cookout Fundraiser will take place at the BB/SB fields and the proceeds from that, as well as the proceeds from concession sales in both CL and Ellsworth, will go to the Charlevoix Golf Team.

Please see the letter from ECS board president, Mrs. Sue Goslee, regarding Mr. Gaffney's leave of absence and details about our interim superintendent. https://5il.co/3fbid Contact Mrs. Goslee (sgoslee@ecslancers.org) or Mrs. Sponable (nsponable@ecslancers.org) with any questions.