Schools

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Allegan Area Educational Service Agency
Shelby Bill
310 Thomas St.
Allegan, MI 49010
Phone: 269-673-2161
Website: www.alleganaesa.org

What is an Educational Service Agency (ESA)?
Also known in Michigan as Intermediate School Districts, these organizations were originally created by the State of Michigan Department of Education to provide school districts with programs and services too expensive or too extensive to be offered individually.
Throughout America, these agencies are referred to as “invisible partners” as they are little known to the public, however, their traditional clients – school districts – consider ISDs essential to quality education. They provide leadership, programs, resources and services to the local school districts that many could not afford on their own.
Over the years, since the ISDs were created, the mission of the agencies has been expanded. The present mission in the State of Michigan is: To provide visionary leadership and quality services to strengthen teaching and learning for all citizens.

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Appletree Christian Learning Center
Julia Buckham
909 Dix St.
Otsego, MI 49078
Phone: 269-692-3675
Website: www.appletreekids.com

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Otsego Public Schools
Denny Patzer
540 Washington St.
Otsego, MI 49078
Phone: 269-692-6066
Fax: 269-692-6074
E-mail: dpatzer@otsegops.org
Website: www.otsegops.org

In Otsego, our vision is “Linking Students to the World…” We are focused on creating well-rounded individuals who are ready and prepared for their next step in life.
Providing a K-12 education for over 2300 students, research is a driving force behind many of our teaching methods and strategies that, we believe, sets our students apart. A new language and literacy program and increased physical activity programs are direct implementations of the research. Above all, is the culture and climate throughout the district that is one of caring, concern and compassion; your child’s education is our first priority.

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Patti Herm School of Dance
Patti Herm
719 E. Allegan
Otsego, MI 49078
Phone: 269-694-4565
E-mail: pattiherm@hotmail.com
Website: www.pattiherm.com

Professional dance instruction for 30 years. Quality instruction in classical ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, and children’s dance. Home of the PHD Competitive Dance Team. Boys Dance Free!

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