The Fulton Schools and Ashley Community Schools Board of Education are pleased to announce that we have entered into negotiations with Mr. Ryan Portenga to serve as the superintendent for both districts and communities. This is an exciting first step as we embark on a new chapter together!
Mr. Portenga brings a wealth of experience from his impressive service as the Middle/High School Principal at Pewamo Westphalia. During his tenure, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to championing all students across Academics, Arts, and Athletics. The interview process allowed us to gain an even greater appreciation for his accomplishments, which are grounded in a student and family-centered philosophy and close collaboration with his administrative teams.
We are confident that Mr. Portenga's strong communication abilities, steadfast work ethic, and core values will align with the goals and aspirations of both districts and communities. His leadership will help foster positive growth and a stronger sense of community throughout our schools.
We look forward to the positive impact Mr. Portenga will bring and are excited for what the future holds!
Here's to embarking on a remarkable adventure together-one that will benefit our communities for years to come!!!
Mr. Portenga brings a wealth of experience from his impressive service as the Middle/High School Principal at Pewamo Westphalia. During his tenure, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to championing all students across Academics, Arts, and Athletics. The interview process allowed us to gain an even greater appreciation for his accomplishments, which are grounded in a student and family-centered philosophy and close collaboration with his administrative teams.
We are confident that Mr. Portenga's strong communication abilities, steadfast work ethic, and core values will align with the goals and aspirations of both districts and communities. His leadership will help foster positive growth and a stronger sense of community throughout our schools.
We look forward to the positive impact Mr. Portenga will bring and are excited for what the future holds!
Here's to embarking on a remarkable adventure together-one that will benefit our communities for years to come!!!

A big shout out to one of our alumni, Olivia Kirkpatrick for being a part of Alma College's National Championship winning Cheer Team.! What an amazing accomplishment! Not only is she a graduate of Fulton but she spends a lot of time here as a volunteer cheer coach and as a substitute teacher. Congratulations Olivia! #PiratePride

We always have a good time when the MSAC traveling talent show come to town!
Especially our own acts: Leah, Lillian, and Jake.



English 9 acting our Romeo and Juliet

All 7th-grade students had an exciting visit to the GI-TEC Center in Mount Pleasant, where they explored a wide range of CTE courses and discovered the many opportunities waiting for them in high school!






-Varsity Girls Basketball Coach-
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-Assistant JV Football Coach-
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-Assistant JV Girls Basketball Coach-
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-Middle School Football Coach-
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Announcement: Schedule Change for 9th–11th Grade Awards Assembly
Please note that the 9th–11th Grade Awards Assembly scheduled for Thursday, May 28th, will now begin at 1:45 PM.
This adjustment has been made to better accommodate our CTE students.
Important: This is a time change only—the date remains the same.
Thank you for your flexibility, and we look forward to celebrating our students’ achievements!
Please note that the 9th–11th Grade Awards Assembly scheduled for Thursday, May 28th, will now begin at 1:45 PM.
This adjustment has been made to better accommodate our CTE students.
Important: This is a time change only—the date remains the same.
Thank you for your flexibility, and we look forward to celebrating our students’ achievements!

🚌💙 Huge Shoutout to Our Fulton Heroes on Wheels! 💙🚌
Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Today we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible, dedicated team of drivers at Fulton who transport our most precious cargo safely to and from school every single day.
From waking up before the sun rises to greeting our students with a warm smile, our drivers do so much more than just drive. They are a safe harbor, a trusted face, and an essential part of the Fulton community. Thank you for your patience, your kindness, and your commitment to keeping our kids safe, rain or shine! 🌧️☀️ Thank you for everything you do!
Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Today we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible, dedicated team of drivers at Fulton who transport our most precious cargo safely to and from school every single day.
From waking up before the sun rises to greeting our students with a warm smile, our drivers do so much more than just drive. They are a safe harbor, a trusted face, and an essential part of the Fulton community. Thank you for your patience, your kindness, and your commitment to keeping our kids safe, rain or shine! 🌧️☀️ Thank you for everything you do!

Congratulations to Bryson Sattler on making the Detroit News and BCAM's Best All State Honorable Mention teams in D4 Basketball!

2026 Fulton Pirate Fundamental Camp - June 2-4, 2026
Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/oVhhJsfWUUFnnmZW6.

A wonderful concert by our Pirate Band.
Congratulations to our seniors and Sousa Award Winners Jillian and Lillian.


Congratulations to all our new Jr National Honors Society members who were induced today.


Fulton Athletics - Week of 04/27-05/01
Monday - 04/27
4:00pm - BB/SB Home vs. Carson City
Tuesday - 04/28 - no events scheduled
Wednesday - 04/29
4:00pm - Golf hosting MSAC Jamboree @ North Star
4:00pm - MS Track @ Vestaburg
Thursday - 04/30 - no events scheduled
Friday - 05/01
2:00pm - HS Track @ Ovid-Elsie
4:00pm - BB/SB @ St. Charles
Go Pirates!
Monday - 04/27
4:00pm - BB/SB Home vs. Carson City
Tuesday - 04/28 - no events scheduled
Wednesday - 04/29
4:00pm - Golf hosting MSAC Jamboree @ North Star
4:00pm - MS Track @ Vestaburg
Thursday - 04/30 - no events scheduled
Friday - 05/01
2:00pm - HS Track @ Ovid-Elsie
4:00pm - BB/SB @ St. Charles
Go Pirates!

-PUBLIC NOTICE-


Fulton Schools conducted an A.L.I.C.E. DRILL this morning at 9:00am. This was only a DRILL.

Congratulations to Lynnae Podolak on signing to continue her academic and athletic careers at Hope College! She will be joining the Track & Field team at Hope in the Fall. We wish you all the best! Pirate Nation is proud of you!

Mother's Day Baskets Sale

