Welcome
YCS Mission Statement: In alignment with the mission of YCS, Ford’s purpose is to develop mindful, engaged students with the skill set, work ethic, and attitude to contribute to a community that honors diversity, equality, and justice.
Instructional Vision: Ford STEAM ELC is committed to delivering equitable, intentional, relevant, focused, and standards-aligned instruction that supports both the academic success and social-emotional growth of every student.
Cultural Vision: At Ford STEAM ELC, we foster respectful relationships, presume positive intent, and collaborate with our community to create an equitable, safe, and welcoming environment where every student, family, and staff member is valued.
2440 Clark Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: 734-221-1800
Fax: 734-221-1803
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Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Schools Kindergarten Registration
Ypsilanti Community Schools is excited to welcome families to our 2026–27 Kindergarten Registration Open Houses! These sessions are designed to help parents and caregivers learn more about our kindergarten programs, meet staff, ask questions, and complete the registration process with confidence.
Families may attend any one session—all sessions offer the same information.
YCS has five Kindergarten school programs - Kindergarten Registration and Eligibility flyers for each school.
- Ford STEAM Early Learning Center (PreK-1)
- Perry Early Learning Center (PreK-1)
- Ypsilanti Puentes Multilingual School (K-4th) | Ypsilanti Puentes Multilingual School (K-4th - Spanish)
- Ypsilanti International Elementary School (K-5th)
- Ypsilanti Connected Community School (K-8th)
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Upcoming Events
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19 Mar.
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Preschool Monthly Dance 9:30 AM to 9:50 AMPreschool Monthly DanceDate: Mar 19Time: 9:30 AM to 9:50 AMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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Kindergarten Monthly Dance 2:00 PM to 2:20 PMKindergarten Monthly DanceDate: Mar 19Time: 2:00 PM to 2:20 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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1st Grade Monthly Dance 2:30 PM to 2:50 PM1st Grade Monthly DanceDate: Mar 19Time: 2:30 PM to 2:50 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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Kindergarten Registration Open House / Ford and Perry 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMKindergarten Registration Open House / Ford and PerryDate: Mar 19Time: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMLocation: At Ford and Perry SchoolsCalendar: District Calendar
📅 Open House Dates & Times for Ford and Perry
Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕓 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.In Person
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Kindergarten Registration Open House / Puentes, YC2, & YIES 4:45 PM to 5:45 PMKindergarten Registration Open House / Puentes, YC2, & YIESDate: Mar 19Time: 4:45 PM to 5:45 PMLocation: At Puentes, YC2, and YIeS SchoolsCalendar: District Calendar
📅 Open House Dates & Times for Ford and Perry
Thursday, March 19, 2026
🕓 4:45 – 5:45 p.m.In Person
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20 Mar.
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Early Dismissal - Records DayDate: Mar 20Calendar: District Calendar
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23 Mar.
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Principal and Parents Coffee 9:00 AM to 10:00 AMPrincipal and Parents CoffeeDate: Mar 23Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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25 Mar.
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1/2 Day - Parent Teacher Conf.Date: Mar 25Calendar: District Calendar
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26 Mar.
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1/2 Day - Parent Teacher Conf.Date: Mar 26Calendar: District Calendar
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Ypsilanti Community Schools now has virtual tours of all district school buildings! These tours will allow families to see what each building looks like and is a unique way of learning more about each school's educational programs!
Enjoy the virtual tour experience!
Apply now for the 2026 - 2027 School Year
Ford STEAM ELC Applications Link
- Ford Kindergarten flyer link: Link to Kindergarten Flyer
- Preschool Student Link: Link to Preschool Information
Ford Facebook Page
YCS is — Academically strong and committed to transforming in ways that help students thrive.
YCS is — The choice for a trusted, reliable, and socially just district.
YCS is — A sense of connection for families and students in a district where each and everyone is valued and belongs.
YCS is — Your consistently well-managed and organized school district.
Ford STEAM Early Learning Center
YCS Breakfact Schools & Times
Pau
l Garrett
Director of Dining Services
734-221-1024
Join Us For Breakfast
Guaranteeing that students receive nutritious meals is an essential part of fostering education and overall well-being.
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Instructional Vision: Ford ELC is committed to providing high quality instruction that is equitable, intentional, relevant, focused, and standards-aligned to each student in our community ensuring the academic achievement and social emotional growth of every student.
Cultural Vision: At Ford ELC, our staff believes in building respectful relationships, presuming positive intent, and ensuring an equitable, thriving and safe school atmosphere. Through collaboration between staff and our community we create a welcoming, transparent and respectful environment where every student, family and staff is accepted and valued.
