ENGAGE, SUPPORT AND EMPOWER

EYE CARE ASSISTANCE Learners in need receive a free eye exam and glasses through the generous support of the Tecumseh Lions Club Eye Care Assistance Program.

TWO GENERATION EDUCATION THROUGH FAMILY NIGHTS Funded by the Adrian Dominican Sisters. Addresses some of the root causes to why learners are struggling in school by supporting and empowering families who are living in generational poverty. Family nights are developed in partnership with Tecumseh Public Schools and Community Action Agency to offer financial literacy and financial coaching to parents. Learners receive the academic and social-emotional supports they need to be successful in school.

FRIDAY FOOD PACKS Funded by the Endless Feast, Gleaner Life Insurance Tecumseh Arbor, Kiwanis, and community members. Food packs including ready to-eat and simple snacks that are sent home weekly with learners in need to supply nutrients over the weekend.

CLC LOCKER ROOM HOUSED AT COMPASS LEARNING CENTER New and gently used clothing is made available for elementary, middle and high school learners in need at TPS.

CHILDREN’S SPECIAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES Provided through the Lenawee County Health Department, where families in need of help with medical bills for their children with chronic health conditions can receive support and connection to community-based services.

LEARNER-DRIVEN POSITIVE CHANGE INITIATIVE Funded by Lenawee Cares and possible through the support of local agencies and community members. Positive change projects developed by learners to address the growing concerns around mental health, wellness, and reducing high risk behaviors.

HOSPICE OF LENAWEE (HOL) CLC collaborates with HOL to bring grief and loss support to TPS learners.

BEFORE-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES A free before-school program at Compass Learning Center in partnership with TPS and the Before and After School Child Care Program offering a variety of activities including active play, games, clubs and more.

VOICES FOR CHANGE County-wide initiative that invites learners to design positive change projects for their school and community. Learners conduct annual surveys seeking input on what student supports are needed and review MiPHY data to assess areas of concern/need.

BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES Funded by Building Healthy Communities Grant. A school-based initiative designed to prevent childhood obesity and create healthy school environments.

LUNCH PAL Adults are paired with elementary/middle school learners providing a mentoring opportunity during lunchtime, one hour per week.

JR. SADD (Student’s Against Destructive Decisions) With the help of the Tecumseh Coalition for Youth, a Jr. SADD chapter is active at STEAM East and West

PEN PALS Business people exchange letters with 6th grade learners emphasizing the importance of education in attaining career goals.

5TH GRADE TEAM BUILDING Learners participate in a variety of team building activities facilitated by CLC and community members.

2018Annual Report

Provision of Basic Needs / Family Supports

CLC Summer Programming

School Climate / Mentoring / Post-Secondary

MAYHEM Learners build their math, organization and team building skills in a fun environment.

T-TOWN SAFETY In collaboration with many local agencies and businesses, this one-week program is offered to children grades K-2nd to teach them about safety through fun activities.

We thank our community partners who help support and provide programming.

communitylearningconnections.org212 N.Ottawa St.

Tecumseh, MI 49286517.423.7574

Fax 517.423.3535

Email: clc@tps.k12.mi.us

Our Mission:

PROGRAMMING

CLC has staff working in each of the six Tecumseh Public School (TPS) Buildings providing community-based integrated supports. CLC works with administrators, learners and parents to address the underlying reason why kids don’t succeed then leverages community resources in support of schoolwide and individual learner needs. Service categories include (but are not limited to); basic needs, positive behavior interventions, youth empowerment, family engagement, building assets and life skills, academic assistance, peer-to-peer mentoring, community service, financial stability, substance abuse prevention and post-secondary/career development.

INTEGRATED LEARNER SUPPORT

COMMUNITY LEARNING CONNECTIONS IS COMMITTED TO:

Identifying and addressing the needs of learners and their families in all six TPS Buildings

Providing whole school, small group, and individual integrated learner supports

Supporting learners in their academic achievement, as well as social-emotional health and well-being

Leveraging community resources

Using data to inform our decision-making

Facilitating evidence-based programs and services

Adhering to Total Quality Standards (TQS) in business and school

site operations

Community L earning C onnections

CLC is actively involved on the TPS Stakeholder Committee, LCAN (Lenawee College Access Network) Leadership Team and One Lenawee Workforce Development Committee working to develop post-secondary and career opportunities for Tecumseh learners, as well as the Cradle to Career Leadership and Building Safe and Healthy Communities Committees, Tecumseh Coalition for Youth, and Lenawee County Suicide Prevention Committee focused on K-12 student achievement and social-emotional health.

RULING OUR EXPERIENCES (ROX): Funded by The Stubnitz Foundation, Zonta of Lenawee, Athena and community members. ROX is an evidence-based empowerment program for girls that is sparking a positive change within the social climate of our schools. The mission of ROX is to equip girls with the knowledge and skills to lead healthy, independent, productive, and violence free lives. ROX is about building confidence and competence in ALL girls. ROX participants are given the opportunity to inspire positive relationships and model leadership skills they learn throughout the program, among their peers and throughout their lives.

2018 was Community Learning Connections’ (CLC) 23rd year serving Tecumseh youth in partnership with Tecumseh Public Schools (TPS) and the community. TPS graciously provides free office space, technology, and other in-kind support to help keep our operating costs low and ensure more funds are available for direct services.

During the 2018 fiscal year (October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018), we raised $174,880 through contributions, grants, and fundraisers. We have associated costs in the areas of staffing, supplies, and programs/services with a projected budget of $195,000 in the 2018-19 fiscal year. Our endowment funds remain stable and provide additional support as needed.

I thank you for your support and I am confident your investment in CLC and Tecumseh learners will help build a better and stronger community.

Sam Schmidt — Treasurer, CLC

* Denotes March Mingle Restaurant. ** New in 2017/18. † If we unintentionally left your name off, we apologize. Please contact us to make a correction.

From the Treasurer

*Does not include in-kind support of approximately $61,880

2018–2019

3 Dudes & Dinner*Aaron Philips Abbott Accounting**Adrian College Athletic

Department**Adrian College

Department of Theatre**Adrian Dominican SistersAdrian Symphony

Orchestra**Adrienne & Hon.

Gregg Iddings African Safari

Wildlife Park AJ Smith Recreation

Center**Al & Heather Perez**Al & Kim SchmidtAngie Gwilt**Anklin Eye Care**Ann Arbor Comedy

ShowcaseAnonymousAramark Food Service**Bad Hair Day?**Bailey’s Watercare**Bankcard**Basil Boys***Beth Noden**Bill & Deb RhodabergerBill ZookBoulevard Market**Brian & Cari RadantBritt and Diane HurlbutBrindamour PhotographyBrooke Mallory**Bronna KahleBullinger Photography**Busch’s Tecumseh***Cambrian Assisted LivingCarl LewandowskiCarrie BardenCarter Rehabilitation

Center**Char Lasley-MilksCharles H. Gross,

Attorney at Law**Chelsea Milling Company Circle-Prosco, Inc.**CLC Board of Directors**Classic Cabinets

& Interiors**Clinton Mini StorageCole & Co., LLC**Community Action AgencyCommunity Arts of

Tecumseh**

Community Mental HealthCompanion Animal

Clinic**County National Bank**Craig & Jamie FultonCreek Enterprise**Critchlow Alligator

Sanctuary**D & P Communications**Dan & Beth RobertsonDan Stahl**Dan & Michelle

Swallow**Danley’s Country House**Darlene LavoyDave LaneDavid & Katherine WhelanDebbie Berges-Johnson**Dennis & Denise Shelle**Detroit Princess

Riverboat**Detroit RedwingsDetroit TigersDiane SavoiaDr. Carlton CookDr. Kelly CoffinDwayne & Wendy

Pizaña**Edward Jones -

Mike Savoia**Edward Jones -

Jim ZawackiEdsel & Eleanor

Ford House**Endless FeastErvin Industries**Evans Street Station***F&S Landscape**Farm Bureau-Joe

Schultz Agency**First Federal Bank**First Insurance Group**First Student Fitness ConnectionFloral FantasyFrog & Stone**Frosty BoyGary & Diane SkeelsGillen Eye Care**Gleaner Life Insurance

Society**Gleaner Life Insurance

Tecumseh Arbor**GLYCON Corp.**Golden AcresGordon and Judy GreimanGreg & Tiffany Dolson

Gregg Perez**Grey Fox FloralGriff MillsHabitat for Humanity**Hacker Jewelers**Handler Funeral Homes**Hantz Golf Club**Heather HeersHenry Ford &

Greenfield VillageHinesly OrthodonticsHopscotch KidsHospice of Lenawee**Howard Hanna - Jan

Hammond**ididit, inc.**Integrity Painting Pros**Jackson College**Jan HammondJay & Deanne RussellJazzercise**Jeff & Jen DanleyJeff & Tracy HedrickJennifer Etherton**Jerry’s Beef & Deli**Jesse PizañaJim & Cindy HookJoe Schultz Agency

Farm BureauJoe & Jen MorganJohn BarnhartJon ZajacJoseph & Mary

Lou MacvicorJoseph & Sherri Tuckey**Josh & Sarah Miller**Joshua & Katie MattisonKapnick Orchard***Kellie McInchek**Kim Amstutz Wild **Kim KudlacKIRCHHOFF Automotive**Kiwanis Club of

Tecumseh**Krieghoff Lenawee

Company**Kristen HessLa-Z-Boy Incorporated**Laura Polchinski**Laurie ChurchLee & Rhaea MillerLemongrass Spa

Products-Carmen Borton**

Lenawee Cares**Lenawee Coalition

for Youth

Lenawee College Access Network**

Lenawee Community Ambulance**

Lenawee Community Education Foundation**

Lenawee Community Foundation**

Lenawee Youth CouncilLions Club of Tecumseh**Living in Lenawee RealtyLogan Church, LC MetalsLoMonaco Healthcare

LLC**Lowes of AdrianMarcy BrownMark & Megan StevensonMartin & Carol BootMartin’s Home Center**Mary Tommelein**Masters Accounting**Maynard Mini Service**McKenna**Megan LapeMelissa Roberts**Michele GarnerMichigan International

Speedway**Michigan Outdoor

Adventure**Michigan Science CenterMike & Betsy BielMike & Colleen

Sunderland**MIS Cares Foundation**MJR Cinemas**Modish NailsMSU Extension**Musgrove Coffee**Nate & Kathy SmithNewburg Meadows Mfd.

Home CommunityOld National Bank**Oriental Trading**Pat ForsythPaul’s Mfd. Homes

& RV SalesPerky Pantry**Pewabic Pottery**Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity

- Adrian College**ProMedica Health

Systems**ProMedica Veggie

Mobile**Radant’s Electric LLC**Raisin Valley Golf Course

Roberts Collision**Robyn FrancisRoger and Lisa HartRuling Our eXperiences

(ROX)**Ryan & Melody Bagby**Saline Tent**Sal’s Italian Restaurant***Salsaria’s***Sam and Carrie SchmidtSchmidt & Sons

Pharmacy**Scott Doman Family

DentistrySeasons Salon & Spa**Shane & Amanda GibsonShannon Clark

Cleaning Service**Shedd Aquarium Shopko Siena Heights UniversitySignature SewingSimple Nutrition**Splash Universe**Sports HutStacey TiltonStanley Ames**Steve HutchinsonStevenson Arbor CareStevenson Water HaulingStone Mountain

Family Fun CenterStubnitz Foundation**Suburban Chevrolet

of Clinton**Subway**Sunderland Insurance

Agency, Inc.**Swan Creek Candle**Sweet Baker**Tecumseh Area Chamber

of Commerce**Tecumseh Athletics**Tecumseh Brewing

Company**Tecumseh Center

for the Arts**Tecumseh Coalition

for Youth**Tecumseh Compass

Learning CenterTecumseh District

Library**Tecumseh East

STEAM CenterTecumseh Fire

Department**Tecumseh Football

Program**

Tecumseh Herald**Tecumseh High SchoolTecumseh Insurance

Agency**Tecumseh Learners,

Staff, Parents, and Community Members

Tecumseh Lions ClubTecumseh Music**Tecumseh North Early

Learning CenterTecumseh Parks and

Recreation**Tecumseh Police

Department**Tecumseh Pops

Orchestra**Tecumseh Post Office**Tecumseh Public

Schools**Tecumseh Service Club**Tecumseh South Early

Learning CenterTecumseh Veterinary

Hospital**Tecumseh West

STEAM CenterThe ArkThe Croswell**The Dog House***The Henry Ford

Museum**The Purple Rose

Theatre**Thomas and Jeanette

Meyer**THS Junior ClassTilton & Sons ShoesTLC Community

Credit Union**Toledo MudhensToledo WalleyeTom’s Long’s

Outdoor PowerTroy and Heather FrancoTuckey’s Big Boy Twin Pines Ice CreamUnion Block Suites**United Way of Monroe/

LenaweeVFW Hall-Slater

Post 4187**Victory Builders**Wacker Chemical**Walgreens**Way of LifeZingerman’s**

Julie LoMonaco D.C., Chair LoMonaco Healthcare Family Chiropractic

Jesse Pizaña, Co-Chair Old National Bank

Katie Mattison, Past-Chair First Federal Bank

Sam Schmidt, Treasurer Schmidt & Sons Pharmacy

Michelle Swallow, Secretary Alternative Components

Kelly Coffin, Director Tecumseh Public Schools

Executive Board

Carrie Barden Tecumseh Public Schools

Tiffany Dolson Twin Pines Ice Cream and Eatery

Angie Gwilt City of Tecumseh

Kellie Henning Department of Health

& Human Services

Josh Holly Suburban Chevrolet of Clinton

Thomas Meyer Retired Teacher

Megan Stevenson Cambrian Senior Living

Stan Ames Bieri & Ames

Steve Hutchinson Matthews-Hargreaves Chevrolet

Riley Manwaring Tecumseh High School Student

Lauren Swallow Tecumseh High School Student

Katie Selenko Tecumseh High School Student

Board of Directors

Alex Mattison Tecumseh High School Student

Heather Perez Executive Director

Cindy Hook Compass Site Manager

Tracy Hedrick Program Coordinator

Heather Franco Program Coordinator

Staff

Amanda Gibson THS Graduation Coach

We thank the following Community Partners & Financial Supporters

Foundation 14% Individual 4% Fundraising 28% Tec. Public Schools 19%Corporation 17% Clubs 1% Grants 16% Misc. 1%

During the 2017-18 school year, CLC:• Secured $50,690 in grant

revenue for programming

• Coordinated over 1800 volunteers who provided over 6,300 hours of services valued at approximately $123,300

• Case-managed 413 learners

• Provided programs serving 99% of TPS learners

JR. SADD at STEAM East and West – (Students Against Destructive Decisions)

• Took anti-drug pledges, created/distributed anti-drug locker signs during Red Ribbon Week and participated in the National Smoke Out.

• Hosted a Halloween Glow Dance for all STEAM learners to help raise funds for future speakers and/or events that encourage healthy and safe decisions.

• Assisted in painting positive messages in the girl’s restrooms at STEAM West.

SOURCES OF STRENGTH – Nationwide Suicide Prevention Initiative at THS, STEAM East and STEAM West Funded by Lenawee Cares

• Over 90 Tecumseh learners have been trained as peer leaders.

• Learners are working to promote hope, health and strength and help others identify their support systems.

FUEL UP TO PLAY 60 AT COMPASS AND STEAM EAST Funded by the NFL and United Dairy Council

• Promoting and encouraging peers to lead healthier lives through education, projects, and schoolwide initiatives including hosting a milk drive to include shelf stable milk in Friday Food Packs, a Jump with Jill school assembly, and Farm to Table lessons with field trips to local Dairy Farms.

VOICES FOR CHANGE (VFC) AT THS• Addressing growing concerns around anxiety and depression by promoting responsible use of social media/cyber-safety and more.

• Service projects including Habitat for Humanity, Rake a Difference, and Steps for Students.

• Advocacy at the local/state/national level and student representation on the One Lenawee Workforce Development Committee.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE CLUB AT COMPASS LEARNING CENTER Funded by the Lenawee Youth Council

• Once a week learners meet to organize service activities including starting a recycling program at Compass, making dog treats and toys for the Humane Society, assembling food boxes for families at Thanksgiving and making fleece blankets and scarves for the homeless shelter.

HEALTHY KIDS CLUB AT COMPASS Funded by Building Healthy Communities Grant

• Once a week learners start off their day with an energizing physical fitness activity and participate in nutrition and work-out challenges throughout the week with their families.

WHY YOU MATTER – Schoolwide Initiative at THS

• Poster Campaign where all learners and staff are reminded daily by walking down the halls that they matter!

• THS Football and Lacrosse games dedicated to erasing the stigma around seeking help for mental health concerns.

• Learners who are struggling are connected to extra support from staff and counselors.

LEARNING GARDEN AT STEAM EAST Funded by United Way of Monroe/Lenawee

• The Outdoor Learning Garden (including plans for solar energy) is designed, developed and maintained by learners.

• Helping improve the health of kids and communities by creating experiential learning and garden-based education opportunities for generations to come. (Coming to STEAM West in 2019)