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WELCOME TO GEORGE LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
George Long Elementary School supports the Kindergarteners through 5th graders of the Grass Lake Community School District. The elementary building also houses the our Little Warriors Preschool & Childcare, which can be reached at 517-867-5650. Our school was extensively renovated and a new wing was added on in 2007. We enjoy large rooms, modern audio-visual equipment, and a cooperative staff committed to helping all of our students to succeed. Call us if you are interested in a tour of our building. We would love to see you!
George Long Elementary School
829 S. Union Street
Grass Lake, Michigan 49240
517-867-5590
Instructional Hours - All Buildings
Grass Lake Middle School - 7:30 AM-2:30 PM
Grass Lake High School - 7:35 AM-2:35 PM
George Long Elementary School - 8:35 AM-3:35 PM
Felicia Thornton Joins the GLCS Family
As we say good-bye to GLCS K-8 Social Worker Elizabeth Jenkins who accepted a similar position nearer to her home, we welcome Felicia Thornton as our new K-8 Social Worker. Mrs. Thornton has years of experience supporting students and we look forward to her continued success.
George Long Elementary School Leadership Reconfigured
At the Monday, June 14, Board of Education meeting it was announced that effective with the 2021-2022 school year, Michelle Clark will be our Early 5's through 2nd grade Principal, and Ben Learned will be our 3rd through 5th grade Principal. Our Elementary School has grown to the point where specific individuals with overall responsibilities at these two grade levels will allow for more engaged leadership.
Enrollment at
Grass Lake Community SchoolsGo to https://bit.ly/3xblmzb for all the information you need to register your child at Grass Lake Community Schools for the 2021-2022 school year for grades 1 through 12. Go to https://bit.ly/3u7IDRc to see all you need to know to begin the enrollment process for students entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2021 at George Long Elementary School.
2021 Kindergarten Round-Up Information
Go to https://bit.ly/3u7IDRc to see all you need to know to begin the enrollment process for students entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2021 at George Long Elementary School.
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Supply Lists for Kindergarten Through 5th Grade for 2021-2022
George Long Elementary School has shared desired supply lists for our students for the 2021-2022 school year that begins Wednesday, August 25. These items are not required, but supplying them would be helpful. Click on the heading of this announcement to access a printable list.
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George Long Elementary School Students Share Views of their Favorite Teachers
George Long Elementary School teacher Mrs. Megan Kalmbach asked her students to read a text about a fictional favorite teacher and answer some questions; after which she asked them to include comments about their personal favorite teacher(s). Click on the heading of this announcement to see some of their comments.
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GLCS Offers an "Order of Contacts" for Offices and Buildings
In order to assist parents and community members in addressing questions that may arise throughout the school year, the district has established an "order of contacts". Click on the heading of this announcement for more information.
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Comments from Parents of George Long Elementary School Parents
Recently parents of our George Long Elementary School students shared comments with us regarding their experience with our school. Click on the heading of the announcement to see their comments.
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Check Here for Free and Reduced School Lunch Information
Children of eligible families can receive lunches and breakfasts free, or at reduced prices. Click the heading of this announcement to find out how.
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McKinney-Vento Act Homeless Services Available
If your family is living in a shelter, a motel, a campground, a car, a park, abandoned building, or sharing a home with another, your school-aged children may be eligible for services. Click on the heading of this announcement for more information.
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Apply Now for Free and Reduced Lunches for Your Children
Registration has begun for Grass Lake Community Schools families to apply for Free and Reduced Lunches for their children during the 2019-2020 school year. We highly encourage our families to apply for this accommodation. The recipients of this program remain completely anonymous. Click on the heading of this announcement for more information.
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Grass Lake Early Education Age Requirements
In an effort to clarify eligibility requirements for enrollment in our Early Education programs, we offer the following guidelines for our parents. Click the heading of this announcement for more information.
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View a Virtual Tour of George Long Elementary School
Click on the heading of this announcement to view a virtual tour our George Long Elementary School.
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Union Street Pedestrian Crossings
All students and caregivers who are crossing Union Street to access George Long Elementary School must use the crossing directly in front of the school's front doors with our crossing guard when the crossing guard is available.
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Early 5's-2nd Grade Principal's Corner
Mrs. Michelle Clark is our Early 5's through 2nd Grade Principal at George Long Elementary School. She is the instructional leader for our 300+ Grass Lake students in these grades. She is responsible its offerings and cognizant of each of our student's needs as they are being prepared to move into the 3rd grade. Click on the heading for more information
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Grades 3-5 Principal's Corner
My name is Ben Learned and I am excited to be the 3rd-5th grade principal. I have just completed my 11th year in education including 8 years as a math teacher. Grass Lake is the 3rd district I have worked in and I look forward to working closely with the community. I just finished my 2nd year as an administrator with the district and these have been very unique years to start as an administrator. I have worked closely with the 3rd-5th grade staff and students for the past school year. Click on this title for more information
