East Lansing elementary, middle and high schools are each represented by a community or parent council/school association. Three are the Marble Community Council, Robert L. Green Parent Council and the Donley School Association,
Marble Elementary
Tali Hylen, president of Marble Elementary’s Community Council, said the council recently changed its name from “parent council” to “community council.”
“We wanted to make it more inclusive of all caregivers, not just parents. A lot of kids are being raised by different caregivers. Our big goal with our council is to make it more inclusive and welcoming,” she said.
Due to COVID-19, the council hasn’t met in person for almost two years and won’t be meeting in person soon.
“It’s just going to be virtual for now. We’re hearing district recommendations for safety. It’s just nobody wants to risk anything,” Hylen said.