The Fulton Schools Board of Education has scheduled interviews for a new superintendent of schools. First round interviews will be on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 ( 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m.) and Thursday, April 9, 2026 (6 p.m. and 7 p.m.).
On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, beginning at 6 pm, the candidates are scheduled for interviews
are Randy Cusack, Brent Cole, and Alexis Shaver.
-Rand Cusack, current Director of Special Education at Eaton County RESA.
-Brent Cole, current 6-12 Principal at Climax-Scotts Community Schools.
-Alexis Shaver, current PK-12 and Alternative Education Principal at Carson City-Crystal
Area Schools.
On Thursday, April 9, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m., the candidates scheduled for interviews are David Farley and Ryan Portenga.
-David Farley, current Middle School Principal at Shepherd Public Schools.
-Ryan Portenga, current Middle School/High School Principal at Pewamo-Westphalia Community Schools.
The Board of Education invites parents, family members, community members, and district staff to attend the interviews. All interviews will be held in the library at Fulton Schools Middle School, located at 8060 Ely Highway, Middleton, MI 48856. Interviews will begin promptly at 6 p.m. Each interview will last approximately 45 minutes.
On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, beginning at 6 pm, the candidates are scheduled for interviews
are Randy Cusack, Brent Cole, and Alexis Shaver.
-Rand Cusack, current Director of Special Education at Eaton County RESA.
-Brent Cole, current 6-12 Principal at Climax-Scotts Community Schools.
-Alexis Shaver, current PK-12 and Alternative Education Principal at Carson City-Crystal
Area Schools.
On Thursday, April 9, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m., the candidates scheduled for interviews are David Farley and Ryan Portenga.
-David Farley, current Middle School Principal at Shepherd Public Schools.
-Ryan Portenga, current Middle School/High School Principal at Pewamo-Westphalia Community Schools.
The Board of Education invites parents, family members, community members, and district staff to attend the interviews. All interviews will be held in the library at Fulton Schools Middle School, located at 8060 Ely Highway, Middleton, MI 48856. Interviews will begin promptly at 6 p.m. Each interview will last approximately 45 minutes.
👨👩👧 Make Time Together 👨👩👧
Spend quality time with your child. Listening, talking about school, and sharing experiences shows them how much you value education and keeps them motivated to attend every day.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Spend quality time with your child. Listening, talking about school, and sharing experiences shows them how much you value education and keeps them motivated to attend every day.
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Last weeks Good Listeners
Employment opportunity with Chartwells (the company that runs our food service department).
Send resume to Andrea Gonzalez: gonzaleza@fultonpirates.net
Send resume to Andrea Gonzalez: gonzaleza@fultonpirates.net
🌟 Encourage Participation 🌟
Engaged students attend school more consistently. Encourage your child to ask questions, join activities, and explore new interests!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Engaged students attend school more consistently. Encourage your child to ask questions, join activities, and explore new interests!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Pirate Preschool winners of a token for a free book for this week .👏
Pirate Preschool thought it was a Good day for splashing through mud puddles 💧🏴☠️😱😅
🤒 Returning to School After Illness 🤒
Your child can return when:
✅ Fever-free for 24 hours
✅ Symptoms improving
✅ Ready to participate
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Your child can return when:
✅ Fever-free for 24 hours
✅ Symptoms improving
✅ Ready to participate
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Fulton Pirate Preschool traveled to Donohue & Donohue DDS this week to learn about dental health.
📈 One Day Missed Adds Up! 📈
Missing just 1–2 days each month can slow learning. Let’s make every day in class count toward a bright future!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Missing just 1–2 days each month can slow learning. Let’s make every day in class count toward a bright future!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Snow Day
Due to current road conditions, Fulton Schools will be closed today. Please be safe.
The groundhog saw his shadow so Pirate Preschoolers made more shadows
Adventures in the snow
This weeks book vending machine winners
"🏫 Engage, Participate, Thrive! 🏫
Students who feel connected to their school community are more likely to attend regularly. Encourage your child to join activities, ask questions, and get involved, they’ll gain more than just knowledge!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
Students who feel connected to their school community are more likely to attend regularly. Encourage your child to join activities, ask questions, and get involved, they’ll gain more than just knowledge!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center.
February Preschool Lunch/Breakfast menu
"❤️ Feeling Seen = Showing Up! ❤️
Students attend more when they feel noticed, supported, and celebrated. A little encouragement goes a long way!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center."
Students attend more when they feel noticed, supported, and celebrated. A little encouragement goes a long way!
Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com for family resources. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five is supported by the Region 5 MiFamily Engagement Center."
This weeks Winners of a book token
We’re excited to welcome Officer Greene from the Gratiot County Sheriff’s Office as our new School Resource Officer! 🎉
We appreciate the proactiveness and strong partnership of Officer Greene and the Gratiot County Sheriff’s Office. Officer Greene will be shared among schools throughout Gratiot County, and you will see him—along with other officers—regularly in our buildings, focused on getting to know students and staff and building positive relationships.
Through a Memorandum of Understanding between Gratiot County schools and the Sheriff’s Office, this partnership emphasizes mentorship, education, prevention, and assistance, supporting both student safety and a welcoming school environment.
We’re grateful for this collaboration and look forward to the positive impact this partnership will have across Gratiot County schools. 💙🚓
We appreciate the proactiveness and strong partnership of Officer Greene and the Gratiot County Sheriff’s Office. Officer Greene will be shared among schools throughout Gratiot County, and you will see him—along with other officers—regularly in our buildings, focused on getting to know students and staff and building positive relationships.
Through a Memorandum of Understanding between Gratiot County schools and the Sheriff’s Office, this partnership emphasizes mentorship, education, prevention, and assistance, supporting both student safety and a welcoming school environment.
We’re grateful for this collaboration and look forward to the positive impact this partnership will have across Gratiot County schools. 💙🚓
