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
Enroll Now!
Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Schools Preschool and Kindergarten Programs.
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 six early childhood sites:
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Upcoming Events
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9 Feb.
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NAPPID @8:30 8:30 AM to 12:30 PMNAPPID @8:30Date: Feb 9Time: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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Spirit week M-F Monday wear your favorite Jersey 8:30 AM to 3:30 PMSpirit week M-F Monday wear your favorite JerseyDate: Feb 9Time: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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10 Feb.
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Spirit Week Tuesday wear your Comfiest Pajamas 8:30 AM to 3:30 PMSpirit Week Tuesday wear your Comfiest PajamasDate: Feb 10Time: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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11 Feb.
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Winter Count Day 8:15 AM to 3:30 PMWinter Count DayDate: Feb 11Time: 8:15 AM to 3:30 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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Spirit week M-F Wednesday wear your Valentine's Day attire 8:30 AM to 3:30 PMSpirit week M-F Wednesday wear your Valentine's Day attireDate: Feb 11Time: 8:30 AM to 3:30 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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19 Feb.
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Preschool Monthly Dance 9:30 AM to 9:50 AMPreschool Monthly DanceDate: Feb 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: Feb 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: Feb 19Time: 2:30 PM to 2:50 PMCalendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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3 Mar.
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Black History 101 Mobile Museum - FordDate: Mar 3Calendar: Ford STEAM ELC
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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 2025 - 2026 School Year
Ford STEAM ELC Applications Link
- Link to Ford STEAM ELC Enrollment
- 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.
Have you heard? Free Quality Preschool
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.
