Upcoming Events, District News, & Community Information

Is something missing? Please share with John Ellsworth, GLPS Director of Communications, any additional Recognitions & Acknowledgments you think we should include on this list or upcoming lists – email him at EllsworthJ@GLcomets.net.

TEACHER APPRECIATION MONTH is just around the corner. To honor our hardworking educators, submit a short video! MDE is seeking student- and family-created teacher appreciation videos to feature during Teacher Appreciation Month in May. Get creative! Videos can be a student speaking, the family sharing, or a drawing with voice-over. Find instructions on our Teacher Appreciation Month webpage.

Youth Mental Health Action Day 2026...
Student Tickets are FREE!

Please consider an opportunity for students in Michigan to participate in the “Youth Mental Health Action Day 2026: Piecing It Together – A Mosaic Made Strong with Every Voice" on Thursday, May 21, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This statewide event unites youth, families, and community partners for engaging activities, interactive sessions, and a resource fair dedicated to youth mental health. Students will acquire practical tools; connect with mental health professionals, policymakers, and legislators; and discover methods to take action within their schools and communities.

Registration is FREE for all students! Families are welcome to attend too!  Registration will remain open until April 1.

Youth Mental Health Action Day is organized by the Association for Children’s Mental Health, Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network, and Youth United.

The Grand Ledge Area Chamber of Commerce – representing and supporting all of Comet Country – is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for its annual awards.  Visit CometChamber.com/awards to nominate people for several categories:

 • School Staff Member of the Year,

 • Teacher of the Year,

 • Community Supporter of the Year,

 • Business Owner of the Year,

 • Chamber Member of the Year, and our

 • ATHENA Award. 

Learn more at CometChamber.com/awards – nominations close on March 4.

Prevention Network and the Partnership to End Addiction are hosting The Prevention Playbook for Parents . . .

Raising teens isn’t easy. Let’s talk about it. Parents and caregivers of pre-teens and teens are invited to a conversation on raising strong, healthy kids in today’s challenging world—with special guest State Representative Stephanie A. Young. This is a FREE community event.

Event Details: Space is limited

Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Cost: FREE

Location: Cooper Moon, 1247 Center Street, Lansing, MI 48906

 Whether you’re parenting pre-teens or teens, this event offers real-world guidance you can use right away—just in time for Parenting Awareness Month.

Register for the event.

Grand Ledge Emergency Assistance Program (GLEAP) - The GLEAP Food pantry serves the Grand Ledge School District. ID and proof of residency are required. Call ahead to place an order at least 1 hour before the pantry closes. Open Tuesday (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) and Thursday (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM). 4980 Burt Ave. 517-627-4348

MI Capital Cares - Resource for finding the services and supports you need within your community. Select one of the service areas listed to search for the resources you need or call 2-1-1 at the toll free number 866-561-2500 for additional assistance.

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties - This charity has an active community kitchen, food pantry, and bread rack. Hot breakfast (9:00 - 10:30 AM) and lunch (11:30 AM- 1:00 PM) provided Monday - Friday at the Cristo Rey Campus. Call for an appointment to access the food pantry, 517-372-4700.

Helping Hands Food Pantry Charlotte - Clients are subject to low-income guidelines and residency requirements and are required to sign a statement attesting to their need and the accuracy of the information. Open Tuesday (11:00 AM - 5:30 PM), Wednesday (10:00 AM - 4:30 PM), and Thursday (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM). 621 Jefferson St, Charlotte. 517-543-8737

The Salvation Army - This location has a food / personal needs pantry and hot meals available. The food pantry is open Monday thru Friday (9:00 AM -12:00 PM and 1:00 - 4:00 PM). Walk-In only. Hot meals are served Tuesday - Friday (12:00 -1:00 PM). 525 N. Pennsylvania Ave. 517-484-4424

517 Living - Provides a list of the greater Lansing food-focused non-profits.

Visit the Grand Ledge Chamber of Commerce Community Calendar or visit its Facebook page.

Visit the "Events in Delta" webpage on the Delta Township website or visit its Facebook page.