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High school principal calls start of year 'the smoothest' in five years; staff training noted
Summary
Elk Rapids High School Principal Jack Young said the school had its smoothest start in five years and outlined professional development on 504 and social‑emotional learning; he also reported building upgrades and that no new staff were hired for the high school this year.
Jack Young, principal of Elk Rapids High School, told the board he considered the 2025–26 opening “the smoothest start in his five years,” citing early professional development on 504 plans and social‑emotional curriculum.
Young said the high school had no new permanent staff hires this year, noting only three long‑term substitute placements for teaching coverage, and highlighted building upgrades that made the spaces look "fresh and clean." The report was informational; the board took no action on the presentation.
