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Provides educational services to eleven (11) school districts in 2 1/2 counties.

It is the mission of Charlevoix-Emmet Intermediate School District to serve local school districts.

It is the vision of Charlevoix-Emmet Intermediate School District to be an indispensable part of every local school district it serves.

Char-Em ISD is proud to have achieved accreditation by AdvancED for a second 5-year period effective July 2016. The AdvancED Accreditation Commission determined that Char-Em ISD engages in a continuous systemic process of improvement, and has effective and efficient quality assurance controls throughout the system. This achievement recognizes the quality of services provided by the ISD through the leadership team and governing authority, the dedication and service of the professional staff, and the support of community stakeholders.

The last week of June

The East Jordan Freedom Festival is East Jordan’s signature festival. The week long schedule of events offers something for the whole family. The week kicks off on Wednesday and continues throughout the week with an outdoor movie for all ages, Old Time Kids Games on Wednesday evening with fun and games for the kids. Thursday offers a Farmer’s Market in the morning with Schmidt Amusements, and Live Music in the Park for the evening. Friday is a favorite with locals, as well as, visitors from near and far with the Youth Parade, Friday Night Block Party with Live Music, Button Drawings for great prizes and vendor booths from local non-profits. Saturday is the highlight of the week with the Grand Parade, Food Vendors, Live Entertainment in the park followed by the Lip Sync Contest, Prize Raffle, Festival 500 Raffle and much more. The evening ends with the Fabulous Fireworks shot from a barge in the middle of the beautiful South Arm of Lake Charlevoix and synchronized to music. The weeks ends with the Freedom Lovers Breakfast put on by the Sno-Mobilers Club. Please make plans to join us in East Jordan for this fun filled week of events.

Visit the Freedom Festival website for a full schedule of events and times. http://www.eastjordanfreedomfestival.org.

Since 1958, North Central Michigan College has been opening the door to academic success for residents by offering two-year associate degrees in the arts and sciences that are transferable to four-year universities. In addition, North Central has paved the path to better-paying careers through its applied science programs in business, education, health science, criminal justice, information technology and legal assistance. Equally important, North Central provides a second chance for residents by advancing their skills, switching careers or just getting more from life through education.

North Central Michigan College is an open-door community college based in Petoskey, with additional locations offering classes and services in Cheboygan and Gaylord. North Central’s mission is to provide educational, economic and cultural opportunities for student learning, personal growth and community improvement. North Central is an Achieving the Dream Leader College and a Military-Friendly® and Veteran Friendly School.

Raven Hill Discovery Center is a regional science and technology center. It is located on 157 acres in a rural area of northwestern Lower Michigan next to the Little Traverse Conservancy’s Raven Ridge Nature Preserve. It is also a cultural, historical and art center. Raven Hill Discovery Center is the only place in northern Lower Michigan where children and adults can link science, history & the arts with hands-on activities and explorations both indoors and outdoors. Connections emerge through classes, exhibits and facilities that provide opportunities for all ages to learn, create, grow and play. The Center is located between East Jordan & Boyne City, just off C-48 at Pearsall Road. Can’t make it during regular hours? Call to schedule an appointment at your convenience. For more information, phone 231-536-3369 or toll free 877-833-4254 or email info@ravenhilldiscoverycenter.org. You can also check the Center’s website: http://www.RavenHillDiscoveryCenter.org for more information.

The Jordan Valley Community Band is celebrating it’s 30th anniversary during the 2020 season. The band will hold a special 30th Anniversary Concert on May 3rd at 7:00 PM. Our volunteer musicians range from students to senior citizens that rehearse at the East Jordan High School Band room on Thursday evenings from 7-9 PM. Rebecca Palmiter directs this group of musicians who represent Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet and Otsego Counties. The annual winter concert is the first Sunday in December, the annual spring concert is the first Sunday in May. These concerts are held at the East Jordan High School auditorium at 3:00 PM (May 2020 Concert at special time – 7:00 PM) and are free. Following the May concert, the audience is cordially invited to an Afterglow to celebrate our anniversary. During the month of July, the band performs in the bandshell in East Jordan’s Memorial Park on Thursday evenings at 7:30 PM. New members are always welcome. For further information, call Rebecca Palmiter, Director at 231-675-0543. The Jordan Valley Community Band is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization.

East Jordan Elementary School, part of East Jordan Public  Schools, one of our nation’s great public school systems.

East Jordan Elementary is a Pre-K through 6th grade school.  The staff  and parents of EJES are dedicated to creating and maintaining our  school as one of the best elementary schools in Michigan.  At  EJES, “Best” is the only option.

Great Kids!  Exceptional Staff!  Outstanding Results!  Just a few reasons  to consider enrolling your child  at EJES.

We are unique in that we offer a comprehensive academic program with a wide variety of enrichment and extended learning opportunities.  In addition, we are pleased to offer innovative reforms that promote  best instructional practices.  Thank you for your interest in East Jordan Elementary School!

Elementary School students are enriched by programs funded by grants from the East Jordan Learning Alliance, The Malpass Foundation and the Charlevoix County Community Foundation.

• EJ Elementary School houses four separate pre-school programs, including the Headstart Program, Great Start Readiness Preschool, East Jordan Co-Op Nursery and PreJ. These programs are offered to 3 and 4 year old students.
• East Jordan Elementary students benefit from an after school “Strings Program,” offered through The Crooked Tree Arts Council.
• Every elementary school student receives instruction in Art, Music and Physical Education.
• More than 95% of our parents attend Parent-Teacher Conferences!
• Our faculty members have developed assessments at each grade level in math, reading and writing that test the State of Michigan’s benchmarks and content standards.
• Kids’ Club provides before and after-school daycare for families that need extra support each day.
• East Jordan Elementary School teaches positive student behavior expectations building wide, and recognizes students who meet those expectations.
• East Jordan Elementary School offers all-day, every day kindergarten.

East Jordan Middle/High School

We are proud to offer a comprehensive curriculum that is personalized to help students achieve educational excellence.

Course options range from college preparatory to Career and Technical Education classes, all designed to help students have a positive transition from high school to the world of work or to post-secondary education.

• East Jordan High School’s high achieving students have the opportunity to enroll in AP Literature and Honors Courses in English and Science.
• High School students are enriched by programs funded by grants from the East Jordan Learning Alliance, the Malpass Foundation and the Charlevoix County Community Foundation.
• Members of the class of 2012 earned college credits through dual enrollment and direct credit options, prior to graduation.
• More than 84% of our parents attend parent-teacher conferences. East Jordan High School students benefit from the efforts of a school counselor who helps senior students and their families with college plans, campus visitations, financial aid, college and scholarship applications, and much more.
• EJHS business students consistently qualify for national competitions in the Business Professionals Association, a competition that measures a students’ business related skills.
• All EJHS school Career and Technical Education courses are articulated with colleges and universities that extend college credit upon successful completion of the high school course.  The courses include Accounting, Automotive Technology, Business Management Technology, Drafting & Design Technology, Furniture & Woodmaking,  Marketing and Retailing.
• 80% of EJHS students participate in one or more co-curricular programs in athletics, academic clubs and the dramatic and performing arts.

1967 and still going…

Jordan River Arts Council
As a leader of the Jordan River area’s cultural community, the Jordan River Arts Council promotes, encourages, and nurtures the artistic endeavors of local residents and provides an organized framework through which quality workshops, classes, exhibits, programs and performances can be presented.

Recognizing its responsibility to nurture art in daily living and to provide participation opportunities in all areas of the arts, JRAC serves a diverse and growing community. To accomplish this mission, the Arts Council relies upon a volunteer Board of Directors and the cooperation and support of area communities.

The East Jordan Co-Operative Nursery, established in 1968, continues to provide a top-notch preschool education for East Jordan area children 3 to 5 years of age.

By enrolling your child in Co-Op you can expect an environment which will stimulate your child’s curiosity, creativity, and thinking. A variety of self-directed opportunities are offered to enhance fine and gross motor skills, as well as pre-writing, pre-math and pre-reading skills. Our preschool classroom allows for the social experience and interactions with children their own age, sharing, cooperation and taking turns are learned, as well as respecting and accepting the differences of others. A healthy self-concept is promoted by providing opportunities for the development of self-confidence. In addition, our Teacher works closely with East Jordan Elementary School faculty in planning a curriculum that helps prepare the children for Kindergarten.

Our classroom is conveniently located at the East Jordan Elementary School.

Please email for additional information: EJCoopnursery@gmail.com

Friends of the Jordan River Watershed, organized in late 1990, is a grassroots, non-profit organization whose mission is to conserve the natural resources and protect the environmental quality of the Jordan River and its watershed.

Our goals include: Preserving the natural character of the river and watershed; Informing and educating the public about our activities and issues involving the Jordan River Watershed; Protecting water quality; Promoting wise resource management on public and private lands within the watershed; Facilitating the coordination of policies and actions of various individuals, groups, and agencies affecting the environment within the watershed; Developing financial resources to carry out our mission and goals; and Pursuing broad-based support for our activities.

Over the years, FOJ has hosted numerous public information seminars and activities and continues to network with many groups and organizations as well as mentoring students on water quality and natural resource issues. We steadfastly remain an advocate for the wild and scenic Jordan River and its watershed, seek ways to remediate abuses of the past and strive to balance sustainable use for the future.

FOJ needs and welcomes the support and participation of all those who value the pristine natural wonders freely found within the Jordan River Watershed. For more information, or to become a member, please visit our website or contact Ashley Cousens, our Program Director.

The Good Samaritan Family Services is a Christian service ministry striving to assist families in need.

HOURS: Tues. 10am-7pm, Wed.&Thurs. 10am-4pm, Fri.&Sat. 10am-2pm

SPECIALTY: Food Pantry & Resale Shop/ Mom & Tots Center, His House

Ebenezer Christian School was founded in 1945 by people of faith who wanted the Holy Bible to be the basis for the education of their children. We are a non denominational school who is open to all faiths.

Ebenezer Christian Preschool was founded in 2002. The preschool uses Zoo Phonics which is a method developed to make children strong readers at an early age. Research supports the focus of phonics in early reading programs and has many educational benefits for the student’s future.

We offer strings programs through the Crooked Tree Art Center for grades 3rd-8th Grade. Our students also participate in the public school band program grades 5th-8th.

Our students will be using iPad’s during the school year which will be integrated into their current curriculum. These will allow students to take advantage of teachable moments as well as have access to endless education at the touch of a finger. The teacher will incorporate online learning in all subjects and utilize apps that are created specifically for education.

Though we are a small school, we offer a great education in a loving environment and we strive to be an extension of the home. Please feel free to visit our website as well as our facebook page for more information.

Ellsworth Elementary.  Our school which is part of the Ellsworth Community School district, houses students in grades PK-5.  Recognized by the Center for Michigan as the 5th out of over 600 elementary buildings in Michigan, we pride ourselves on academic achievement, small class sizes, and individual attention for every student.

In addition to traditional curriculum offerings, all students receive instruction in art, music, physical education, and computers.  After-care is available to all students as part of our Club Lancer Program.

Ellsworth Middle/High School.  Our school which is part of the Ellsworth Community School district, houses students in grades 6-12.  Recognized by the Center for Michigan, State of Michigan, and US News & World Reports as one of the best schools in Michigan, we pride ourselves on academic achievement, small class sizes, and individual attention for every student.

In addition to traditional curriculum offerings, students can also participate in Agriscience, Graphic Design, Art, Building Trades, and our award winning Lancer Leap program.  Free after school tutoring is available for all students.

World Class Music – Right Here At Home! 

The Vision of the Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra is that we will be
“the Resident Chamber Orchestra of Northern Michigan that produces a sustainable,
high-quality product that delights the community.”

Life skills Building Center. Please visit our Resale Shop at 06585 M-66 Hwy., Charlevoix, MI

Paddle Antrim is a 501(C)3 ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO PROTECT OUR WATER RESOURCES BY USING PADDLE SPORTS TO CONNECT PEOPLE TO OUR WATERWAYS.

Please visit the EVENTS CALENDAR for more information!